Post: Chief Executive Officer

Hours of Work: Permanent, All Year Round

Salary: £165k to £185k (dependent on skills/experience)

Archway Learning Trust are looking for our next dynamic, inspirational and committed Chief Executive Officer, as our current exceptional and founding CEO looks to pass the baton on and enjoy their well-earned retirement.

We are looking for someone with the passion, energy, drive and focus to lead the next part of Archway’s journey. Someone who is motivated by further enhancing the life chances of the children and communities we serve; and harnessing the considerable energy, enthusiasm and commitment of the many wonderful, committed professionals who collaborate to make Archway a truly unique, engaging and amazing place to work.

In this complex, multi-faceted and demanding role, the Archway CEO is responsible for balancing the educational needs and aspirations of the Trust and the children and communities that we serve with running the operational enabling functions and services with adept business acumen and agility.

Who we are

Archway Learning Trust (ALT) is a multi-million-pound business with an annual turnover of £72m and an estates portfolio valued at £186m that comprises of a mixture of PFI, leased and owned properties.

We believe in the transformational power of education for each individual and that this is enhanced through collaborative working between the academies. We have a history of making schools better, serving disadvantaged communities and believe that we have a moral imperative to deliver for every child.

There are both moral and practical factors to note, including our responsibility as a Church trust to support and encourage other church schools. At this stage of our development, we are working hard to extend our impact in the primary sector, and we already have five further primary schools at various stages of their journey to join Archway. Alongside this we want to maximise further growth opportunities through our leadership in the wider education system.

About the role

This is a fabulous role with so many opportunities to make a real difference. As the Archway CEO you will be an exemplar role model of the Trust’s vision, mission and values. You will ensure that the outcomes, attainments and development of the character of the children that we serve stay central to all decision making. You will demonstrate consistently high standards of principled and professional conduct, always upholding and demonstrating The Principles of Public Life (Nolan Principles).

The Archway CEO is accountable to Board of Trustees for the day-to-day operation of the Trust and for the achievement of its strategic aims and has clear strategic leadership responsibilities, system and civic leadership responsibilities and being the Accounting Officer.

Who we are looking for

A passionate, engaging and respected leader, you will have an excellent understanding of the current educational landscape with a deep knowledge of Ofsted, DfE, and academy legislation.

Working in the ‘business of education’ you will have a sound commercial acumen with the skills to oversee executive leaders in education, finance, operations, HR, and data.

You will be able to demonstrate your experience of being accountable and working with governors, trustees, or non-executives with financial oversight experience in complex organisations. Motivating and inspiring colleagues across our Trust, you will balance effective resource management alongside strategic planning as we continually strive to improve. You will join us in Working Together, Transforming Lives.

For further information, our CEO brochure, Job description and People specification are available at CEO Vacancy - Archway Learning Trust

Applications for this role close at Midnight 9 th February 2025

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