Futures Education are working exclusively with Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust to fill three Headteacher vacancies within their Primary Schools and a Chief Executive Officer role.

Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust – Chief Executive Officer

£110,000 – £140,000 (Local Government Pay & Conditions)

We are looking for an individual who can:

  • Are you a highly effective and experienced strategic leader, ready for your next challenge?
  • Do you want the opportunity to lead a forward-thinking and ambitious multi-academy trust?

If so, read on, because this could be the opportunity for you.

Required for September 2020 (or sooner) or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Trust seeks to appoint an outstanding Chief Executive. This is a wonderful opportunity for the right person to be part of the exciting and challenging work of further establishing the Trust’s position and influence in the sector. The Trust works in partnership with the Diocesan Education Department and is currently home to 31 primary schools. The Trust is highly sought after as a unique and distinctive option for both community and Church schools.

Working closely with the Trustees to set the Trust’s strategic direction for the next five years, the appointed candidate will be a visionary leader, delivering further improvements in performance across the Trust and increasing the Trust’s capacity to contribute to the wider national debate on enhancing life chances for children

Whilst experience of education is not a pre-requisite, the Trust actively encourages applications from leaders who have a passion for inclusion and social mobility. The appointed candidate will also have the necessary leadership and commercial experience to lead a complex, multi-site organisation, and will possess the gravitas and advocacy skills needed to ensure that the Trust remains a leader within its field. We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Chief Executive Officer, who shares our values and has the drive and resilience to achieve our strategic vision to take the Trust to the next level.

We can offer:-

  • A competitive salary
  • A passionate, committed, highly skilled, and well-resourced central team
  • A skilled workforce – Headteachers, teachers and support staff, committed to providing the very best offer for all our pupils
  • Local government or teacher pension scheme
  • The opportunity to continue your professional development with extensive CPD opportunities
  • A supportive, collaborative and friendly working environment
  • Wide-ranging staff benefits
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional discretionary days.

Candidates are encouraged to contact the Chair of Trustees, Nigel Daniel, and we have provided opportunities to visit schools in each of our 4 hub areas. If you would like to arrange a chat, or to visit one of our schools. this, please book an appointment via phone 01749 372700 or email Ashley.scott@bwmat.org

The Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks.

How to apply

Download and complete an Application forms. Completed forms should be accompanied by a supporting letter and sent to our recruitment partner, Futures Education, using the following address:

ceo-bath&wells@futures.co.uk

Closing date: 9am on 6 March 2020

Shortlisting date: 9 March 2020

Interview date: 26 and 27 March 2020

For an informal and confidential discussion please speak to our advising consultant at Futures Education: Tom Haygarth on 07786 323 368.

Please note that we are unable to accept direct applications. All applications must be submitted via Futures Education.

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Wembdon St George’s Church School – Headteacher

£71,053 – £81,515

We are looking for an individual who can:

  • Inspire, motivate and lead staff
  • Understand, value and develop the special ethos of our school.
  • Achieve with staff the highest standards of teaching, learning and achievement.

We can offer:

  • A warm, caring and welcoming school environment
  • Committed and dedicated staff, governors and supportive parents;
  • Friendly, happy and talented children;
  • A well-resourced and friendly school with high quality accommodation;
  • Strong links with parents;
  • A high level of collaboration, CPD and support as part of the Bath and Wells Multi- Academy Trust

The closing date is 12th January 2020.

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Churchfield Church School – Headteacher

£71,053 – £81,515

We are looking for an individual who can:

  • Provide vision, leadership and direction for the school
  • Understand, value and develop the special ethos of our school
  • Create a culture of constant improvement and be an inspirational leader

We can offer:

  • Committed and dedicated staff, governors and supportive parents;
  • Friendly, happy and talented children;
  • A high level of collaboration, CPD and support as part of the Bath and Wells Multi- Academy Trust

The closing date is 12th January 2020.

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St John and St Francis Church School – Headteacher

£71,053 – £81,515

We are looking for a skilled and experienced school leader who can:

  • Inspire, motivate and lead the staff to build upon the good progress that has already been made
  • Understand, value and develop the special ethos of our school
  • Enthusiastically work collaboratively with other schools in the Trust and with other local schools.

We can offer you:

  • Friendly, happy and talented children
  • Committed and dedicated staff, governors, local Church and supportive parents
  • An attractive, spacious school site, conveniently located to both motorway networks and the beautiful Somerset countryside
  • A high level of collaboration, CPD and support as part of the Bath and Wells Multi- Academy Trust

The closing date is 12th January 2020.

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