The Education Village Academy Trust. Chief Executive. Job Description and Person Specification

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1 The Education Village Academy Trust Chief Executive Job Description and Person Specification

2 2 Job Description Salary: Report to: Job Purpose: Main Duties/Responsibilities Circa 110k plus up to a maximum of a 5% gross salary bonus, depending upon performance. The Education Village Academy Trust Board of Directors To provide dynamic and strategic direction and leadership to the Education Village Academy Trust, in an all age, all ability context. To be wholly responsible for the organisation. The Chief Executive will hold statutory headship responsibility for all of the Academies in the Trust, and will line manage the Principals (Heads of School) in these academies. 1. To fulfil the statutory role of Head Teacher for all of the Academies in the Trust and be the strategic leader for the Education Village Academy Trust. 2. Hold line management responsibility for all of the Principals in the Trust including being responsible for their performance management along with the performance management for the Executive Director and the Governor Development Manager. 3. To promote the ethos and vision of the Education Village Academy Trust and to present it to a wide range of audiences. 4. To ensure compliance with the requirements of the Master Funding Agreement and Supplemental Funding Agreements for the Academy Trust. 5. To ensure compliance with the Education Village Academy Trust Scheme of Delegation. 6. To provide dynamic and strategic direction and leadership for Teaching and Learning in the Education Village Academy Trust, in an all through, all ability context. 7. To be wholly accountable for all aspects of Teaching and Learning and Standards across the Education Village Academy Trust and act as principal adviser to the Education Village Academy Trust Board of Directors on all areas of provision across the Trust. 8. To be the Accounting Officer for the Education Village Academy Trust, personally responsible for the propriety and regularity of the public finances in your charge. 9. To be responsible for developing a diverse, innovative, inclusive and personalised curriculum offer for all pupils across the Education Village Academy Trust. 10. To be responsible for devising and ensuring implementation of all policies across the Trust. 11. To oversee the activities of the subsidiary company of the Trust. 12. Be proactive in addressing the strategic priorities of the Education Village Academy Trust and take the lead on Teaching and Learning, (including Engagement and Inclusion) within the Trust strategic plan. 13. Be the main point of contact for the Local Authority, EFA, DfE and other key bodies in respect of all aspects of the Trust. 14. Oversee the planning of the Education Village Academy Trust budget and the deployment of resources across the Trust, including the management and monitoring of the PFI contract, and the use of the Pupil Premium to ensure value for money and evaluation of impact at all times. 15. Act as an ambassador for the Education Village Academy Trust in developing partnerships and links with stakeholders that promote a positive profile of the Trust.

3 3 Job Description cont d 16. Take a leading role in key plans and documents such as the Trust s long term strategic plan, self evaluation and school improvement plans of the Academies. 17. To provide motivational and inspirational leadership at all levels of the organisation. 18. To lead the Education Village Academy Trust in achieving excellence with a focus on continuous improvement and raising standards. 19. Be responsible for meeting the demands of changing legislation, new initiatives and changing practice. 20. Oversee extended provision across the Trust and provide an evaluation of impact to the Board of Directors. 21. Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, staff, directors and governors across the Trust. 22. Support the need for effective communication, both internal and external to the Trust, including liaising with the local and national media. 23. Ensure equality of opportunity for all. 26. To safeguard and promote the welfare of children for whom you have responsibility or come into contact with, to include adhering to all specified procedures. 27. These duties are neither exclusive, nor exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake other duties and responsibilities which the Board of Directors may determine. This is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities of this post. It contains only the facts necessary to rate this standard job at the resultant responsibility. THIS POST REQUIRES ENHANCED DBS DISCLOSURE AND THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE SUBJECT TO RELEVANT VETTING CHECKS BEFORE AN OFFER OF APPOINTMENT IS MADE, AND WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO RECHECKING AS APPROPRIATE Date: May The post holder must carry out his/her duties with full regard to the Trust s Equal Opportunities and Racial Equality Policies in the terms of employment and service delivery to ensure that colleagues are treated and services delivered in a fair and consistent manner. 25. To comply with health and safety policy and systems, report any incidents/accidents/hazards and take pro-active approach to health and safety matters in order to protect both yourself and others.

4 4 Person Specification A Qualifications & Education E/D Stage 1 Qualified Teacher Status E AF, C 2 NPQH qualification D AF, C 3 Degree/Masters Degree in related discipline D AF, C 4 Recognised Management Qualification D AF, C B Experience & Knowledge E/D Stage 1 Experience of Headship in either a Primary, Secondary or E AF, I, R Special School 2 Knowledge of all national curriculum key stages E AF, I, R 3 Experience of developing a highly exciting and innovative E AF, I, R curriculum which is personalised to the needs of the whole child 4 Experience of managing, developing, inspiring and motivating E AF, I, R staff including performance management at a senior level 5 Demonstrable success in raising standards and meeting E AF, I, R challenging targets 6 Experience of supporting the management of significant E AF, I, R organisational development and change 7 Experience of presenting high quality, strategic information to E AF, I, R Directors and Governors and supporting their role as a critical friend 8 Experience of implementing effective pupil target setting and E AF, I, R tracking systems to ensure that pupils of all levels of ability achieve their full potential and beyond 9 Experience of strategically leading on school finance issues, including budget management and funding allocation E AF, I, R B Experience & Knowledge (cont d) E/D Stage 10 Experience and/or knowledge of working in an all through D AF, I, R context and of the delivery and planning of the Special School requirements 11 Experience of leading in a multi academy trust or similar D AF, I, R organisation 12 Experience and confidence in addressing conferences and large audiences at regional and national level D AF, I, R C Skills E/D Stage 1 Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ability E AF, I, P to negotiate at all levels 2 Ability to set appropriate targets for the improvement of E AF, I, P academy performance and knowledge of how to monitor and evaluate an action plan in relation to those targets 3 Ability to demonstrate sound leadership in implementing E AF, I, P transition between key stages for pupils across the school, and with partner schools 4 Ability to demonstrate sound strategic skills, organisational E AF, I, P skills, work under pressure and determine priorities to meet tight deadlines 5 Ability to interpret and implement new legislation, policies and E AF, I, P directives and communicate with stakeholders 6 Ability to analyse information from a wide variety of sources E AF, I and solve complex problems 7 Be e-confident and able to understand and sell the benefits of ICT and future technology in an educational context E AF, I, P

5 5 D Personal Attributes E/D Stage 1 High personal standards of integrity and probity E AF, I 2 Enthusiasm, vision, drive, adaptability and resilience E AF, I, P 3 Being confident, positive and approachable E AF, I, P 4 Being able to secure the loyalty and confidence of pupil, staff, E AF, I, R parents, Directors, Governors and others 5 Have consideration of the views of others E AF, I, P 6 Advocate a sound educational philosophy, with the ability to E AF, I, P translate into practice 7 Ability to create a learning culture within the organisation E AF, I which is recognised by staff, pupils and parents 8 Commitment to own and others personal development E AF, I, R 9 Evidence of being able to build and sustain effective working E AF, I, R relationships with staff govenors, parents and the wider Education Village community including with Local Authority, Department for Education, external partners etc. 10 Evidence of being a high profile, inspirational leader E AF, I, R 11 Emotional resilience in working with children and adults E AF, I, R 12 High degree of motivation for working with children and E AF, I, R young people 13 Able to understand and develop your own emotional E AF, I, P intelligence 14 Enthusiasm to shape and influence decision making outside D AF, I, R of the Multi Academy Trust, locally, regionally and nationally 15 Evidence of representing an organisation/profession at the regional and national level D AF, I, R E Special Requirements E/D Stage 1 Be able and willing to work outside normal hours in order to E AF, I meet the demands of the role 2 Suitability to work with children E D NOTE: The person specification is related to the key accountabilities of the post as determined by the job description. Shortlisting is carried out on the basis of how well you meet the requirements of the person specification. You should refer to these requirements when completing your application. Elements required to undertake the post are provided under specific headings. Each element is essential or desirable as indicated by an E or D in the E/D column. The stage at which the evidence is tested is indicated under the remaining columns. KEY E/D: Essential or Desirable AF: Application Form C: Certificate I: Interview P: Presentation R: Reference D: Disclosure

6 The Education Village Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to a clear Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.