Chief Executive Officer - Central Schools Trust

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 84,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational trust in Solihull is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead its growth and expansion efforts. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in education, commitment to safeguarding children, and the ability to cultivate a professional culture. The position offers a competitive salary between £84,699 to £118,169, with a potential start date in September 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills and experience in an educational setting.
• Ability to promote an aspirational culture of professionalism.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Central Schools Trust during a phase of growth.
• Work collaboratively with the Chair of Trustees and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with DBS checks and safeguarding protocols.

Job description

Chief Executive Officer for Central Schools Trust (Comprising Balsall Common Primary School Academy & Damson Wood Nursery & Infant School Academy)

Salary: Group 6 (L21 – L35) - £84,699 to £118,169

September 2026 start

Central Schools Trust is currently a small trust undergoing an exciting phase of growth and expansion. Our values and ethos promote an aspirational culture of professionalism, mutual respect and honesty.

Trustees wish to appoint a CEO who is keen to join Central Schools Trust and who will continue to take the trust forward. We hope that you will consider joining us on this journey.

For further information about the trust and the application process, please contact Mrs Carlington on [e-mail]. She will be pleased to share the information with you and to offer you an opportunity to visit the trust and meet with the Chair of Trustees.

Central Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, barred list check, eligibility to work in the UK check, proof of identity, childcare disqualification check, qualification check, on-line check and living/working overseas check. You will be expected to provide two suitable references, one being your present employer.

The closing date for application for this post is noon on Friday 9 January 2026.