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Principal and Chief Executive Officer. Job in Leicester Education & Training Jobs

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East Midlands, Leicester

On-site

GBP 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

An established educational institution is on the lookout for a transformative leader to take on the role of Principal and CEO. This pivotal position requires a visionary with a strong background in leadership and strategic thinking, capable of motivating teams and managing stakeholders effectively. The ideal candidate will navigate local and national political landscapes to ensure the College meets regional skills needs while fostering an inclusive environment for students and staff. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of education in the community and drive excellence across the institution.

Qualifications

  • Proven track record in leading organizations of similar size and complexity.
  • Expertise in stakeholder management and navigating political landscapes.

Responsibilities

  • Inspire and empower teams to achieve excellence in a positive environment.
  • Ensure accountability and enhance the College's performance.

Skills

Leadership
Strategic Thinking
Stakeholder Management
Team Motivation

Education

Advanced Degree in Education or Related Field

Job description

Our client, a college in the Midlands, is a thriving, transformational environment that puts the community at the heart of everything they do. They are proud of the values that drive their positive and ambitious culture: Respect, Inclusion, Sustainability, Equality and Excellence. The College provides access to expert teaching and learning, industry-standard facilities and an excellent network of support services, offering a wide range of qualifications and pathways to help students achieve their goals.

Our client is seeking an exceptional leader, with significant experience of leading an organisation of similar size and complexity, to be their next Principal and CEO.

The successful candidate will be a visionary and strategic thinker with a proven track record of motivating, inspiring and empowering teams to achieve excellence. They will have expertise in stakeholder management and navigating political landscapes locally and nationally, to ensure the College is strategically positioned to meet skills needs both at local and regional level. They will ensure accountability and enhance the College's performance within a positive and inclusive environment for both students and staff.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 28 April 2025

Interview dates: Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 May 2025

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