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SalaryUniversity of Portsmouth Academy Trust
Chief Executive Officer
Salary: L27 - L32
Contract: Permanent, full time
Start Date: April 2024
Location: Hampshire
The closing date for application is: Friday 5th January 2024 at 9.00am
The University of Portsmouth Academy Trust (UPAT) is seeking an outstanding individual to take on the role of CEO, leading delivery of our mission to improve the educational outcomes and life chances for local communities in the Portsmouth Harbour region.
We are committed to inclusivity, lifelong learning and ensuring our learners are equipped to succeed at every stage from nursery to higher education.
Our Trust will build on the unique characteristics and diversity of each of the member organisations. Our shared mission is to build capacity to support and grow educational excellence across the region, working with other schools and colleges, Academy Trusts and education providers.
UPAT will deliver a sustainable model of educational improvement through a culture of collaboration, openness and partnership working, underpinned by support from the University of Portsmouth.
As CEO, the successful candidate will work closely with the Board and wider Trust leadership to develop, renew and implement our Trust strategy, including future growth.
The position requires a dynamic leader with the skills and expertise to network and effectively engage and inspire a wide range of internal and external stakeholders; strong people skills and the ability to articulate our vision are essential.
Our ideal candidate will have successful experience and a proven track record in education leadership, along with demonstrable experience of strategic financial management and success in building effective partnerships and links with a range of organisations.
A strategic thinker with the ability to motivate others even when things are tough, the CEO will build and develop the Trust’s staff and provide leadership for our professional community of teachers and leaders, creating a positive organisational culture that prioritises self-reflection and continuous improvement.
A commitment to demonstrating the highest standards in all areas of professional life and a shared belief in the power of education and learning to transform children’s life chances and choices is essential to the role.
To register your interest for the role, please visit www.joinupat.co.uk
To arrange an informal, confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Helen Stevenson at Satis Education on 07729 024631 or by email helen@satiseducation.co.uk
- The closing date for application is: Friday 5th January 2024 at 9.00am
- Longlisting will take place: Tuesday 9th January 2024
- Initial interviews will be held: Friday 12th January 2024
- Final interviews will be held: Wednesday 17th January 2024
The University of Portsmouth Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are also committed to the equality of opportunity for all. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and the Disclosure Barring Service.
