Interim Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Multi-Academy Trust Interim 8 months day rate contract Derbyshire - 2 days onsite & 3 days WFH with occasion visits to schools We are seeking an experienced Interim Chief Operating Officer to support a Multi-Academy Trust during a transition period. Reporting to the CEO, the role will provide strategic and hands-on leadership across operations, IT, estates and health & safety, HR and GDPR/data protection. Key Focus Areas Trust-wide operational leadership and assurance Oversight and improvement of IT infrastructure, systems, and cyber security Health & safety, GDPR compliance, information governance, and data protection risk management Line management of central operational functions Board and Executive reporting; regulatory and ESFA complianceCandidate Profile Senior operational leadership experience within a MAT or education, working across multiple sites Strong track record in operations, IT oversight, and compliance Strong experience of estates and health & safety Working knowledge of GDPR and data protection Proven ability to deliver impact quickly in an interim role Excellent stakeholder and governance experienceStart - February 2026 and interviews being held in January 2026. If you have the expertise above, please apply now! Or alternatively, for more information, please contact Raj on (phone number removed) / r.basra @ (url removed) Panoramic Associates is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to necessary recruitment checks