CEO for Team Multi-Academy Trust
Team Multi Academy Trust, Barnstaple, EX31 1JU20 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st September 2026
Closing date
26 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Leadership Scale 22 -27
Additional allowances
Leadership Scale 22 -27
CEO for Team Multi-Academy Trust job summary
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Role Overview
Job Title: CEO
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Salary: Leadership Scale 22-27
Hours Per Week: 32.5 hours per week
Status: Permanent/ Full Time
Closing Date: 12 Noon on Tuesday 26th May 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th June 2026
TEAM Multi-Academy Trust is seeking an exceptional and visionary leader to take on the role of Chief Executive Officer, leading the strategic development and operational success of our Trust and its schools.
This is a pivotal appointment for the Trust. The CEO will provide clear, ambitious leadership, ensuring that our vision and values are translated into outstanding outcomes for all children across our academies. Central to this role is the leadership of a Trust governed by Church of England Articles of Association.
The successful candidate will be responsible for upholding and protecting the Foundation of our Church of England schools, ensuring that the Trust’s Christian distinctiveness is woven into its strategic direction and daily life. Working closely with the Board of Trustees and Members, you will shape the future direction of the Trust, driving continuous improvement, financial sustainability, and strong organisational performance.
We are looking for a highly experienced and credible leader, ideally with a strong background in senior leadership within a Multi-Academy Trust or similar educational setting. You will bring a deep understanding of the educational landscape, alongside expertise in areas such as governance, finance, HR and organisational development.
The role combines strategic leadership with operational accountability. You will oversee all aspects of the Trust’s performance, including educational standards, financial management, people leadership, and external partnerships. You will ensure robust systems and structures are in place to deliver both immediate priorities and long-term objectives, while maintaining full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Diocesan Partnership and Support
The Diocesan Board of Education recognises that the appointment of a Chief Executive Officer is the most vital decision a Board of Trustees can make.
The Diocese actively supports the spiritual and strategic leadership of the Trust, ensuring our growth remains rooted in our core mission and our commitment to the communities we serve.
Why Join Us?
We offer a welcoming environment where teamwork and professional development are highly valued. In-service training is provided where appropriate. Additional benefits include:
Pension: Membership of a generous pension scheme (LGPS)
Health & Wellbeing: Access to Medigold Occupational Health who provide our employees with a range of free health and wellbeing benefits including access to Thrive; a mental wellbeing app and free seasonal flu vaccinations.
Work-Life Balance: Wellbeing and Long Service days
Schemes: Cycle to work scheme
For more information and to view the full details of this role, you can access the advert via our website at www.teamacademytrust.com/vacancies
We actively welcome visits to our schools. Should you have any further questions or wish to arrange a visit, please contact our Chair of Trustees Sue Wells via clerk@team-mat.org.uk
How to Apply
If you would like to contribute to a Trust committed to providing outstanding learning experiences for all pupils, please apply via mynewterm. To submit your application, you will be required to register as a candidate and complete the full application form on their platform, as we are strictly unable to accept CVs.
As this post is advertised on multiple platforms, we reserve the right to interview upon receipt of suitable applications; candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at their earliest opportunity.
TEAM Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken and references taken up before interview. All shortlisted candidates are subject to a pre-employment online search prior to interview.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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