Establishment: E-ACT Location: National Team Salary: 1.00 Department: Executive Leadership Team Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date:07/07/:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: TBC
Additional Information
Establishment: E-ACT Location: National Team Salary: 1.00 Department: Executive Leadership Team Job Type: Full Time Closing Date:07/07/:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: TBC
Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Competitive, reflecting experienceThe Role
Chief Operating Officer
Pay range: Competitive, reflecting experience
We think big: lead the way in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!
The Chief Operations Officer (COO) is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, responsible for the strategic leadership and operational delivery of core trust-wide services. This includes estates and facilities management, IT and digital infrastructure, business planning, and risk management. The COO will ensure that all operational functions are aligned with the Trust's educational mission and strategic objectives, enabling high-quality, cost-effective services that support school improvement and pupil outcomes. They will continuously evaluate what works well and what doesn't, using data-driven insights to refine processes and enhance efficiency. Balancing long-term strategic vision with day-to day operational excellence
The key responsibilities are: (please refer to the Application pack for more detail)
Experience and Qualifications
For further information on the role please see the COO recruitment pack.
About E-ACT:
Join a trust that's making an impact!
With recent wins like TES Team of the Year 2024 and MAT of the Year 2023, now is the perfect time to be part of our journey. Our success comes from dedicated, talented staff committed to delivering excellence for every child and young person.
We encourage a people-first culture, supporting pupils, staff, and stakeholders across 38 academies, with staff satisfaction above national benchmarks. Through initiatives tackling workload and wellbeing, we ensure a positive, thriving environment.
At the heart of everything we do is our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy-preparing pupils not just for the world, but to succeed within it. With a collaborative approach to education, we unlock opportunities for every child to pursue their dreams. Want to be part of something extraordinary? Find out more at .
The package includes a competitive salary and generous local government pension scheme (defined benefit pension scheme)
Want to find out more
If this opportunity excites you, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out for an initial discussion by contacting Sian John, Head of Recruitment and Talent, at . You can also connect with us on LinkedIn to stay updated.
Qualifications
Qualification Title
Grade
5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent Essential
Degree or equivalent qualification Desirable
Skills
Leadership
Effective leadership and motivational skills Essential
Focused on standards and positive outcomes Essential
Strategic thinker Essential
Excellent leadership skills and the ability to inspire and challenge colleagues, peers and teams Essential
Personal Attributes
Integrity Desirable
Ability to develop and extend working practices Essential
CPD / Training
Be enthusiastic and willing to undertake CPD in order to fulfil the role Essential
Good communicator to all stakeholders Essential
Organisational Fit
Ability to work during periods of pressure Essential
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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