Job Ref No. ECC0-43L Position Type: Director Pay Range: Scale 13/14 Pt 49-58
Position Start Date: 01/10/2025 Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 13/07/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC  

Job Description

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Join Our Senior Leadership Team

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and strategic operating officer to guide the Trust through its next phase of development. The HOO will play a pivotal role in ensuring operating excellence and long term sustainability across our multi-academy trust.

At NET Academies Trust, we believe that strong operational leadership is vital to fulfilling our mission of delivering exceptional educational experiences. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Operations Officer (HOO) to help shape and drive the next phase of our development.

This is an exciting time to join us, as NET Academies Trust expands from a six-school to a nine-school trust. The HOO will play a critical role in ensuring that our operational strategy supports this growth and underpins our ambition to create a high-performing, sustainable, and forward-thinking learning environment.

As HOO, you will:

  • Provide expert leadership and strategic advice.
  • Ensure sound compliance and operational delivery in all non academic areas of the Trust.
  • Be a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to the Trust's overall vision and success


This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving educational organisation with a strong community, collaborative ethos, and stable financial foundation.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Proven experience in operational leadership at a senior level, preferably in an education or public sector setting.
  • Excellent communication and strategic planning skills.
  • The ability to work collaboratively across teams and provide high-quality financial insight and direction.


Why Join NET Academies Trust?

NET Academies Trust offers a supportive and innovative environment where leaders are empowered to shape the future. With a strong financial position and a shared commitment to excellence, this is a rewarding opportunity for a visionary finance professional.

Please use the link below to access the HOO Recruitment Pack:

https://heyzine.com/flip-book/083698c6ba.html

In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs cannot be accepted.

NET Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of the Safer Recruitment process all shortlisted applicants will be subject to social media checks. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Amanda Shaw
Latton Green Primary Academy
Riddings Lane, Harlow
Essex, CM18 7HT
Telephone: 01279 421567
Email: recruitment@trust.netacademies.net

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