Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: Highly competitive
Closing Date: 2025-05-05
About the Role
What You Will Do
This is a unique opportunity to work with the Group’s Board and Executive Leadership Team to deliver on the region’s skills agenda, through inspirational leadership, prudent financial management, and an unrelenting focus on learner outcomes. You will lead an experienced leadership team to deliver a responsive and employer-led model that drives quality and promotes innovation, with learners at the center of everything. As the lead ambassador for the group both regionally and nationally, you will foster a culture where staff are empowered to be autonomous, expansive in their thinking, and progressive in their approach to deliver education that is truly sustainable and transformative.
We seek to appoint a truly inspirational FE leader, strategic in approach, capable of leading within a fast-moving and complex operational environment. You will have learners at the heart of all you do, with a passion for employability, and the expertise to work effectively with a board, along with the communication skills to influence, engage, and inspire. Your drive, passion, and creativity will motivate, and you will deliver results aligned with strategic objectives. This role requires a dedicated professional who understands the evolving education landscape, is confident in their approach, and can lead from the front.
All enquiries and applications should be directed to Dodd Partners, who have been appointed to manage this vacancy on Luminate's behalf. Prior to submitting an application, candidates are encouraged to contact John Dodd at 07545 431 848 or via email.
For more information and application details, please review the candidate brief and visit our website.
Deadline for applications: 9:00 am, Monday, 5th May 2025.
About You
We are looking for a leader who embodies the qualities outlined above and is committed to making a positive impact in education.
Benefits
We offer fantastic benefits, including:
* Generous Annual Leave: At least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays for full-time staff, including Christmas closure days (pro-rata for part-time staff).
o Support Staff: 39 days
o Academic Staff: 44 days
o Senior Management: 44 days
* Excellent Pension Schemes: Teachers' Pension Scheme and Local Government Pension Scheme
* Memberships and Discounts: Access to membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM (formerly NUS card)
* Travel and Commuting: Discounted travel options through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus, and Cycle to Work schemes
* Learning and Development: Staff development days and training opportunities
* Employee Wellbeing: Various wellbeing initiatives
* Flexible and Hybrid Working: Depending on role requirements
About Us
Luminate Education Group is based in Yorkshire, dedicated to transforming lives through education and training. We offer diverse job opportunities across our support functions and member organizations, including Harrogate College, Keighley College, Leeds City College, Leeds Conservatoire, University Centre Leeds, Leeds Sixth Form College, and Yorkshire Centre for Training & Development. We are committed to lifelong learning, workforce development, and fostering a supportive environment for our staff and students.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment and will undergo mandatory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, online checks, and references. It is a criminal offence to apply if barred from regulated activity concerning children.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion, reflecting our diverse student body in our staff. We aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive, contribute, and reach their full potential, respecting and celebrating different backgrounds and perspectives.
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