Chief Executive Officer

Our schools have their individual identities while benefiting from the strength, support and shared vision of the Trust. At our heart is a belief that education transforms lives – and that every child, regardless of background or need, deserves the very best.

As we look to the future, we are seeking an exceptional leader to take us into the next phase of our development.

The Role

As Chief Executive Officer, you will lead Unity Schools Partnership with clarity, purpose and ambition. Building on a strong foundation, you will work with our Board, executive leaders and Heads to deliver a cohesive strategy that puts pupils first, supports staff at every level, and reflects the distinctiveness of our communities.

You will ensure educational excellence across the Trust, underpinned by financial and operational rigour. Your leadership will be both visionary and grounded – championing innovation while maintaining a deep focus on standards, inclusion and trust-wide collaboration.

The Person

You will have a proven track record of strategic leadership at scale, ideally within the education sector or similar values-aligned public service. A deep understanding of the educational landscape is essential, alongside an authentic commitment to inclusion, equity and social mobility.

Inspirational and empathetic, you will be a natural collaborator with the credibility to engage a wide range of stakeholders. You will be a values-led leader with the resilience, agility and judgement to navigate complexity – and a steadfast belief in the power of education to change lives.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the Unity Schools Partnership on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference RBQPC. Alternatively email Belinda.beck@saxbam.com. Applications should be received by noon on Thursday 18 September.