--- title: "Advertisement for the appointment of Headteacher Reference Group members" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4b83f55d-d244-4dbf-ad96-9ffecb3b7131" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4b83f55d-d244-4dbf-ad96-9ffecb3b7131" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b83f55d-d244-4dbf-ad96-9ffecb3b7131.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b83f55d-d244-4dbf-ad96-9ffecb3b7131.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2017-01-18" --- # Advertisement for the appointment of Headteacher Reference Group members Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b83f55d-d244-4dbf-ad96-9ffecb3b7131 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4b83f55d-d244-4dbf-ad96-9ffecb3b7131) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b83f55d-d244-4dbf-ad96-9ffecb3b7131.json) ## Summary The Department for Education is seeking committed headteachers for the appointment of members to the Primary and Secondary Headteacher Reference Groups. This initiative will allow selected individuals to advise government ministers and policymakers on education policies in England. The tender is currently active and is being conducted through an open procurement method. The deadline for applications is extended to midnight on 18 January 2017, with the opportunity set to commence on 1 May 2017, lasting until 30 April 2018. The contract falls under the category of education and training services. This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for educational professionals and organisations, especially those focused on primary and secondary education. Headteachers who demonstrate a commitment to influencing educational policy would be well-suited to apply. Moreover, the inclusive nature of this opportunity encourages applications from all headteachers, regardless of their background, which fosters a diverse and representative advisory body. This presents a chance for interested candidates to make a meaningful impact on national education standards and policies. ## Notice The Department for Education is looking for committed headteachers who would like the opportunity to contribute to national policy through the Primary Headteacher Reference Group and the Secondary Headteacher Reference Group. These groups of primary and secondary leaders act as an advisory body for Ministers and policy makers. This is an excellent opportunity for headteachers to make a lasting contribution to new and existing education policy in England. See 'Attachments' for full description and application form. Additional information: The closing date has now been extended to midnight on 18th January 2017 *** amended at 3pm on 18th January 2017*** If you are interested please see the information pack and application form, and submit your application to Recruitment.HTRG@education.gov.uk by 12 midnight on Wednesday 18 January 2017. If you are applying for the Primary Headteacher Reference Group, please use reference code: PRIMARY-LASTNAME-FIRSTNAME. If you are applying to the Secondary Headteacher Reference Group, please use reference code: SECONDARY-LASTNAME-FIRSTNAME. If you have any questions about the role or your application, please use the email address above. Please note we will not welcome applications from recruitment agencies. We welcome applications from all headteachers irrespective of their race, gender; religious belief; disability; age; sexual orientation; whether they are unmarried, married or in a civil partnership; or whether they have undergone or are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70d9a981-ed76-4f4c-9197-c5eddd271038 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jan 2017 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2017 - 30 Apr 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3BT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 18 Jan 2017 at 15:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70d9a981-ed76-4f4c-9197-c5eddd271038 - 18 Jan 2017 at 15:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70d9a981-ed76-4f4c-9197-c5eddd271038 - 4 Jan 2017 at 11:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70d9a981-ed76-4f4c-9197-c5eddd271038 - 4 Jan 2017 at 10:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70d9a981-ed76-4f4c-9197-c5eddd271038 - 4 Jan 2017 at 08:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70d9a981-ed76-4f4c-9197-c5eddd271038 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70d9a981-ed76-4f4c-9197-c5eddd271038 18th January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2281d83d-90e0-4002-8e1d-3a9a0e43440f Description - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/717b524e-60e2-4556-ba6a-41f3a5c75e7a Application form - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8413364f-074e-4368-9fc3-5f27f12749fb Information Pack - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ef625cdc-3072-4cdf-a7aa-50292ff2efca Advertisement ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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