Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer

Bradgate Education Partnership

Permanent

1 FTE

Salary: TBC – depending on experience & track record

Application Close Date: 9am, Monday 29th September 2025

Provisional Interview Dates: 9th and 10th October 2025

Are you someone who is passionate about improving the lives of young people?

Are you an experienced leader who can support us in developing our Trust?

Would you like to work as part of a truly collaborative Trust?

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join our Trust as a Chief Operating Officer, this role will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day central operations functions. Acting as the bridge between strategy and execution, translating strategic goals in to actionable plans.

The COO will guide and inspire the dedicated leaders within the Trust’s central business services, whilst working closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team.

This is an excellent time to join our Trust as we are in a robust position ready to embrace further growth and this new role has been created to support in leading us in to the next chapter with confidence and clarity.

The ideal candidate will:

• Substantial successful experience as an outstanding and collaborative leader.

• A successful track record within a range of relevant areas at a senior level

(e.g. finance, human resources or estates and IT).

• The drive, ability and creativity to manage, develop and influence central teams and key

stakeholders.

• A passion and enthusiasm for education and a belief in the potential of young people and staff and their capacity to succeed.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, consult and collaborate.

In return we offer:

• Opportunity to work within a collaborative, supportive and highly skilled Trust wide team

• Opportunities to access to professional development

• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (24% contribution by the employer)

• Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support)

• Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme

• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme

• Highly supportive Executive Leadership Team

If you would like to apply for this role:

If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to meet the Chief Executive Officer, prior to applying please contact the Trust Offices.

To apply for this position:

1. Apply using the online application form

2. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position and address the following questions:

i. How would you support the Trust in fulfilling its values of ambitious, collaborative and ethical?

ii. Your vision for the role under your leadership.

We look forward to receiving your application!

SAFEGUARDING…

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to be-have in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

INCLUSION…

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.

We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Safeguarding Statement

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.