Group COO

Methodist Independent Schools Trust (MIST); London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Methodist schools are inclusive, welcoming communities, valuing excellence in academic, cultural and sporting activities and providing outstanding pastoral care. There are 9 schools within the group and we are part of a wider network of other Methodist Schools across England and Wales, both independent and state. Methodist Education comes together in the Methodist Schools Committee to pursue the Transforming Lives agenda adopted by the Methodist Church in 2021.

This role will report into the CEO with responsibility to set and drive organisational strategy, planning and execution of operations, change management and bringing value-add to schools. At a time of challenge and opportunity for the independent schools sector, MIST is transforming its strategy and ways of working to better support and steward the schools. This role will not only provide the expert input into the operational thinking but will be a part of the shaping of wider strategy for the group.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Set and drive organisational strategy.
2. Plan and execute operations and change management.
3. Provide expert input into operational thinking.
4. Shape wider strategy for the group.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have degree level or professional qualifications, with outstanding leadership, people, influencing and stakeholder relations skills and experience. A proven strategic thinker, they will have expert knowledge of project and change management, as well as data management and property portfolio management experience. They will also have an interest in education and a genuine affinity with the Methodist faith, ethos and values.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to MIST on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference FAFASD. Alternatively email [e-mail]. Applications should be received by midday on Friday 16^th May 2025.