Chief Executive Officer & Accounting Officer
4 days ago
Worthing
• Provide inspirational and values‑led leadership for the Trust, setting a clear strategic vision that delivers excellence for all children and young people., • Lead the development and implementation of the Trust's strategic plan, ensuring long‑term sustainability, growth and impact., • Promote a culture of ambition, inclusion, collaboration and continuous improvement across all schools., • Drive outstanding educational outcomes and school improvement across the Trust., • Ensure high standards of teaching, learning, curriculum and inclusion., • Champion evidence‑informed practice and innovation., • Develop and empower leaders at all levels, building leadership capacity across the Trust., • Foster a positive organisational culture where staff can thrive and perform at their best., • Lead workforce development, talent management and succession planning., • Work closely with Trustees and Local Governing Bodies to ensure strong governance and accountability., • Act as the key adviser to the Board on educational, strategic and operational matters., • Promote the highest standards of integrity, transparency and public accountability., • Ensure effective stewardship of public funds and organisational resources., • Provide strategic oversight of financial planning, risk management, compliance and operational effectiveness., • Ensure the Trust remains sustainable, resilient and responsive to future challenges., • Represent the Trust locally, regionally and nationally., • Build strong partnerships with schools, families, community organisations and external stakeholders., • Strengthen the Trust's role as a civic leader within education and the wider community., • Proven senior leadership experience in education, including successful headship experience., • Significant system leadership experience with demonstrable impact across schools, trusts or wider education settings., • Track record of improving educational outcomes and driving sustained school improvement., • Experience of developing and delivering organisational strategy and leading change., • Strong understanding of curriculum, teaching, learning, assessment and accountability., • Experience of financial oversight, resource management and delivering value for money., • Strong understanding of governance, compliance and regulatory requirements., • Experience of developing high‑performing teams and senior leaders., • Ability to build effective relationships with trustees, governors, staff, pupils, families and external partners., • Exceptional communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills., • Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, equity and high expectations for all children and young people., • Values‑led leadership with integrity, resilience and strong emotional intelligence., • Relevant postgraduate or professional qualification., • Experience of leadership across multiple schools, phases or settings., • Experience of leading within a multi‑academy trust environment., • Experience of trust growth, merger, organisational expansion or significant transformation., • Experience of working with initial teacher training, research schools or wider system leadership organisations., • Experience of influencing educational policy or contributing to regional or national education networks., • Understanding of the Accounting Officer responsibilities within an academy trust. #J-18808-Ljbffr