About this role
GLF Schools are seeking an exceptional Director of Digital Innovation to lead how technology improves outcomes, reduces workload and strengthens organisational effectiveness across the Trust. This is a pivotal role, translating emerging technologies into safe, ethical and impactful practice.
Your Opportunity
This role sits at the forefront of digital innovation across GLF, shaping how technology supports education, operations and wider organisational priorities. The successful candidate will drive a clear, evidence-informed innovation strategy, aligned to Trust priorities and sector developments.
The role will lead the identification, evaluation and implementation of emerging technologies, ensuring they deliver meaningful and measurable impact. Responsibility will include designing and leading pilots, using robust evaluation to inform decisions on scaling or stopping initiatives.
Working closely with school leaders and central teams, the successful candidate will build capability, support effective use of digital tools and ensure innovation is practical, scalable and reduces workload. Strong external partnerships and sector engagement will ensure GLF remains informed, ambitious and outward-facing. The role will also ensure all activity operates within robust governance frameworks, including data protection, safeguarding and ethical use.
This is a unique opportunity for a strategic, forward-thinking leader who can bridge education and technology, turning complex ideas into clear, practical solutions that improve outcomes.
This role will be based at The Beacon School, Banstead, with Trust-wide working.
What we are looking for
Proven experience leading digital innovation that delivers measurable impact in complex organisations Strong track record of moving from concept to implementation, including piloting and scaling solutions Ability to translate strategy, research and data into clear, practical innovation programmes Proven ability to influence senior leaders and build confidence in digital approaches Strong understanding of safe, ethical and compliant use of technology Collaborative, strategic and solutions-focused, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly Join the GLF Schools Community
GLF currently has 35 schools in the primary phase, and 8 secondary schools. Our schools span a wide area, including Oxfordshire, Wokingham, Surrey, Croydon and West Sussex.
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 children Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across Southern England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education Our Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish.
Access to our highly competitive local government pension scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Healthcare benefits Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model The Details
Salary: Leadership 3 - £73,416 to £82,329
Hours: 36 hours a week, 52 weeks a year
Location: The Beacon School, Banstead (Surrey), with Trust-wide working.
Start date: 1st September 2026
Advert Closing Date: 14th July 2026
Interview Date: 24th July 2026