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I am delighted you have expressed an interest in the post of Chief Executive Officer for The Learning Trust. We were formed as a Multi Academy Trust in 2016 and are now entering the next stage of our evolution. With the planned retirement of our existing CEO we are looking to appoint a new CEO with the values, ambition and strategic leadership to lead us through that so that we can provide excellent education for children and young people.

Having established a strong foundation in providing excellent central services we need to turn our focus on securing further school improvement on a bespoke basis reflecting the differing needs of our schools. This must however be within framework of a clear Trust-wide educational vision and an agreed development strategy and standards. We are keen to expand, particularly but not exclusively in the Primary Sector by attracting schools which share our values and where we can identify mutual benefit. We must continue to provide lean and effective support services which allow our schools to focus maximum resources on students, identifying if there are further opportunities to extend central provision.

In summary we are local “family” Trust, ambitious for all our schools and our students, committed to achieving the highest standards whilst caring for each and every student and member of staff as individuals.

Our new Chief Executive must be someone who is aligned to our values and who demonstrates exceptional leadership capabilities. They must share our passion and drive for taking The Learning Trust further and to ensuring that the children and young people who attend our schools have access to an outstanding education so that we can give them the expertise and confidence to succeed. If that is you then I would encourage you to contact Martin Blair at Hays Leadership on 07736791138 or at martin.blair@hays.com for a private and confidential discussion about the opportunity.

I look forward to hearing from you and how you can support our Trust to achieve its aims.

Euan Imrie

Chair of Trustees

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About The Learning Trust

Based in Chester, TLT is an aspirational cross-phase MAT of four schools: Christleton High, Queen’s Park High, Chester International School and Belgrave Primary. The Trust was founded on the principle that individual schools are generally best placed to understand and meet the need of their students and local communities. As such Headteachers and their Governing Bodies are given a high degree of autonomy but within an agreed framework. However, the Trust also believes that there are great mutual benefits to be derived from joint-working across the Trust to share expertise and resources and to give students and staff the opportunity to experience a range of learning environments.

Christleton High School

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A highly successful 11-18 school situated in the village of Christleton, just outside Chester. The school has 1350 on roll and is a happy, hardworking and caring environment. The schools ethos centres on 5C’s: Caring for our students; Commitment to High Standards; with a Creative; Collaborative and Cheerful atmosphere and we will seek to instil them in every member of our school community.

Queen's Park High School

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A smaller than average 11-18 school with 650 on roll, in a beautiful location to the south of the River Dee, in the heart of Chester. QPHS is an ambitious, forward thinking school with a clear vision, which is to ‘Inspire Individuals, Empower Minds and Define Futures’. It strives to provide the very best learning and personal development opportunities for every young person in its care, but also strives to provide these opportunities with care too.

Chester International School

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CIS is a 14-19 studio school with 230 young people on roll. The school is a hub of technology, innovation and academic study which is unparalleled in its commitment to global and professional engagement. Students learn in ways which match their individual abilities and aspirations to real world employment opportunities. The unique learning experience, including a project-based approach to learning, access to personal coaches for personal development and, an extensive programme of work-experience and overseas visits ensures that all students leave as independent minds and global citizens.

Belgrave Primary School

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BPS joined the Trust in December 2021 as its first primary school. It is an inclusive and happy one-form entry primary with a child-centred curriculum that challenges learners of all abilities and needs. There is a shared commitment to teach the children the skills and 'habits of mind’: Independence, Resilience and Creativity that equip them for life in the future and a curriculum that is creative, inspiring and fun! These are known to the children as the Bee Mores: Bee More Independent; Bee More Resilient and Bee More Creative!

Trust Vision and Values

Students are always first - the prime consideration in all decisions will be the best interests and educational outcomes of current and prospective students.
Mutual benefit - the interests of the Trust will always be combined with the interests of individual schools, seeking the very best and co-operating to share resources and success.
Inclusivity - the Trust will welcome students of all backgrounds and abilities.
Freedom to innovate and make decisions - optimum delegation to local Governing Bodies and individual schools commensurate with the Trust’s statutory responsibilities and efficiency.
Excellence and learning - every student will be supported and challenged to achieve their potential. All adults employed by and associated with the Trust will have and exhibit a ‘learning mindset’.
Partnership - the Trust will continually seek to work in partnership to achieve better outcomes for current and prospective students, and to improve education in the area.
Fairness - all students and staff will be treated with fairness and parity whilst encouraging diversity and identity.
Integrity - all those associated with the Trust will act with kindness, courtesy and integrity, in accordance with both school and Trust ideals and values.

There is lots of additional information available at www.tltrust.co.uk

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The Role

Overview

The CEO will lead TLT as it develops in pursuit of its strategic aims, working closely with the Board of Trustees, Headteachers and Central Team to ensure every child and young person are the best they can be.

They will embed a culture of constant improvement, implementing effective systems of organisation and control, and high levels of professional standards to secure the highest possible achievement for all in every aspect of the schools’ provision.

It is important that the CEO embodies the Trust’s shared ethos. They will uphold and actively support the vision and values of the Trust to actively promote and market the Trust in a positive manner that enhances how it is perceived amongst the local and broader education community.

They should be aware of all aspects of strategy and delivery - influencing decision making where they feel necessary in order to achieve School and Trust aims.

Salary

Competitive and negotiable dependent on experience

Recruitment timeline

Closing date – 8am, Monday 20^th March

Final Interviews – 29^th March and 30^th March

Start date – September 2023

Safeguarding

The Learning Trust value equality and diversity and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment practises including satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check for the appointed candidate

How To Apply

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role or to discuss the application process please contact Martin Blair at Hays Leadership Appointments.