Chief Executive Officer
| Posting date: | 05 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 26 June 2026 |
| Location: | Middlewich, Not recorded, CW10 0DD |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | bf16c1ab-3ccc-46b1-aede-a4fb6bd90428 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a leader who: -
- Combines strategic vision with a deep commitment to improvingoutcomes for children.
- Has a proven track record of successful senior leadership in educationideally at Trust level.
- Has strong strategic, financial and organisational leadership skills.
- Can inspire, challenge and support leaders and staff across the Trustschools.
- Is an excellent communicator with the ability to build trust andcollaboration.
- Understands governance and can work effectively with a Board of Trustees.
- Brings energy, integrity and a clear sense of purpose.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can offer: -
- A well-established and successful Trust with strong foundations.
- A collaborative and supportive leadership team.
- Committed and talented staff across all schools.
- Opportunities to shape the future direction and growth of the Trust.
- A positive culture rooted in shared values and continuous improvement.
- Talented Governors and Trustees, who know the schools well and are fully supportive of work-life balance.
- Excellent opportunities for training and professional development.
- Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (counselling services, GP anytime,
musculoskeletal services)
-Eye care vouchers
- Discounted gym membership
- Free annual flu jab
Further details about the role
Thank you for your interest in the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Alexandra Academy Trust. Following the planned retirement of our
highly respected CEO, we are seeking an exceptional and visionary leader to guide our successful and ambitious Trust into the next phase of itsdevelopment from January 2027.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a strong, values-driven organisation with a proven track record of educational excellence, financial stability andcollaborative working across four thriving primary schools. At the Alexandra Academy Trust we are united by a clear purpose: to provide anexceptional education that enables every child to thrive, achieve and fulfil their potential.
Our schools are rooted in their communities and driven by a shared commitment to high standards, inclusion, ambition and opportunity for all.
We believe that education has the power to transform lives. Through strong leadership, excellent teaching and a culture of aspiration, we strive toequip our pupils with the knowledge, skills, character and confidence they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Our values underpin everything we do, shaping the experiences of our pupils, staff and wider school communities. As we look to the future, we are seeking an outstandingCEO to lead the next stage of our development.
This is an exciting opportunity to build on the Trust’s strong foundations and to work in partnership with our talented leaders, dedicated staff and committed Trustees,Members and local Governors to deliver our vision.
This is a dual position to incorporate the role of Director of Education and the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across the Trust, ensuring the higheststandards of educational excellence, organisational effectiveness and financial sustainability, whilst helping to shape and realise our long-term ambitions for growth andimpact
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are looking for a leader who: -
- Combines strategic vision with a deep commitment to improvingoutcomes for children.
- Has a proven track record of successful senior leadership in educationideally at Trust level.
- Has strong strategic, financial and organisational leadership skills.
- Can inspire, challenge and support leaders and staff across the Trustschools.
- Is an excellent communicator with the ability to build trust andcollaboration.
- Understands governance and can work effectively with a Board of Trustees.
- Brings energy, integrity and a clear sense of purpose.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can offer: -
- A well-established and successful Trust with strong foundations.
- A collaborative and supportive leadership team.
- Committed and talented staff across all schools.
- Opportunities to shape the future direction and growth of the Trust.
- A positive culture rooted in shared values and continuous improvement.
- Talented Governors and Trustees, who know the schools well and are fully supportive of work-life balance.
- Excellent opportunities for training and professional development.
- Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (counselling services, GP anytime,
musculoskeletal services)
-Eye care vouchers
- Discounted gym membership
- Free annual flu jab
Further details about the role
Thank you for your interest in the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Alexandra Academy Trust. Following the planned retirement of our
highly respected CEO, we are seeking an exceptional and visionary leader to guide our successful and ambitious Trust into the next phase of itsdevelopment from January 2027.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a strong, values-driven organisation with a proven track record of educational excellence, financial stability andcollaborative working across four thriving primary schools. At the Alexandra Academy Trust we are united by a clear purpose: to provide anexceptional education that enables every child to thrive, achieve and fulfil their potential.
Our schools are rooted in their communities and driven by a shared commitment to high standards, inclusion, ambition and opportunity for all.
We believe that education has the power to transform lives. Through strong leadership, excellent teaching and a culture of aspiration, we strive toequip our pupils with the knowledge, skills, character and confidence they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Our values underpin everything we do, shaping the experiences of our pupils, staff and wider school communities. As we look to the future, we are seeking an outstandingCEO to lead the next stage of our development.
This is an exciting opportunity to build on the Trust’s strong foundations and to work in partnership with our talented leaders, dedicated staff and committed Trustees,Members and local Governors to deliver our vision.
This is a dual position to incorporate the role of Director of Education and the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across the Trust, ensuring the higheststandards of educational excellence, organisational effectiveness and financial sustainability, whilst helping to shape and realise our long-term ambitions for growth andimpact
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.