Interim Chief Executive Officer
Fixed Term for 18 months
To start January 2026 or earlier if possible
As our CEO plans to retire and we plan for the next stage of our journey, NEAT Academy Trust are seeking to appoint an inspiring and influential Chief Executive Officer in an interim role to deliver growth and provide strategic leadership to achieve the Trusts vision of ensuring high-quality education for all pupils.
We are looking for an inspiring leader who has:
* Wide, current knowledge and understanding of national and local education policy and how it translates into the trust’s context and Understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing multi-academy trusts.
* Experience of secondary school improvement and analysing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate performance and identify school improvement priorities.
* A proven track record of successful educational leadership, strategic business planning, successful financial management (especially to enable strategic growth).
* Evidence of successfully developing high-performing teams of professionals, delegating with accountability and providing support and challenge.
* Commercial acumen and proven ability to lead transformational change with the capacity to direct the trust to achieve its objectives.
* The ability to inspire and influence all stakeholders (governance volunteers, colleagues, parents and carers) to support the fundamental importance of education and aspiration in young people’s lives and inspire confidence in the trust across the community.
* A commitment to lead, champion and support the Trust’s agenda for diversity, equity and inclusion.
In return we offer:
* A unique, opportunity to work with values-driven leaders, determined to deliver continuous improvement in educational outcomes.
* An inspiring workforce, dedicated to transforming the life chances of young people.
* A culture of strong governance, supporting the growth of our Trust and school improvement.
* A financially resilient Multi Academy Trust with an established and well-regarded central services team to support you.
* A Research School that drives continuous improvement through evidence-based practice.
We would love to speak to you about this role ahead of your application! Please get in touch on 0191 2284090 to arrange to visit with Debi Bailey before the end of term. Expected Interview Dates - 10th &11th September 2025.
Interested in applying? If you share our passion and believe you can make a difference, please read the accompanying person specification and job description and complete an application form by clicking ‘apply now’ no later than midnight on Sunday 17th August 2025.
NEAT is committed to safer recruitment practice and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. For shortlisted candidates, we will conduct an online search as part of our screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr