The Athelstan Trust currently encompasses seven primary and secondary schools in Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving over 4,500 learners and their communities. Guided by our core values of caring, collaborative and excellent, we are committed to delivering an exceptional comprehensive education to all our students.

Our Trust comprises a group of schools united by shared values and a common goal: to nurture every learner to reach their potential and prepare them for the wider world. We prioritise people, fostering the development and well-being of our staff and students alike. By sharing ideas and resources across all schools, we ensure our team can thrive. We invest significantly in our staff through an extensive range of professional development, enabling them to enhance their practices and provide outstanding educational experiences. Each school plays a central and integral role within its local community.

 Our dedicated and experienced school leaders work alongside talented, committed staff who bring expertise and passion to their roles. Our Trustees, with diverse professional backgrounds and invaluable skills, collaborate closely with school leaders to uphold the Trust’s vision and ethos of respect, community and aspiration. Together, we strive for continuous improvement and excellence.

With a proven track record of school improvement, we are well prepared for and committed to growth, with new opportunities on the horizon. Our goal is to elevate standards in all aspects of school life and raise the aspirations of learners, staff, and families within our communities. We aim to positively impact the lives of young people and families in the areas we serve.

Excellence through collaboration and partnership are central to our philosophy. We believe in mutual support, shared learning, and collective growth to provide exceptional educational opportunities for all our students.

The Board of Trustees is seeking to appoint a dynamic, compassionate, values-driven, and visionary CEO with a strong track record in leading education, engaging talented teaching staff, and delivering impactful school improvement. The successful candidate will embody our vision, uphold our values and possess the skills and expertise to lead the Trust through its next phase of growth and success.

We will provide you with:

• A family of schools united by our core values of caring, collaborative and excellent
• Respectful, motivated, and happy learners with a passion for learning
• A highly skilled and talented central team
• A strong commitment to your ongoing professional development
• A supportive and dedicated Board of Trustees
• A suite of offices for the central team in Tetbury
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working opportunities and a genuine commitment to family and work / life balance
• Enrolment to the teacher pension scheme

The Trustees thank you for your interest in this post and hope, that after reading the CEO Applicant Pack, you will feel encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Bal Kaur-Pierpoint from the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) Leadership Appointment Service is providing support to Trustees with this process. If you feel inspired to find out more about this very exciting opportunity, please contact Bal on: 07492 353368 or by email:  Bal.Kaur-Pierpoint@ascl.org.uk  for further information.

Candidates are warmly encouraged to take an informal opportunity to speak with the Chair of Trustees Keval Shah, between 6^th - 17^th January 2025. Please contact Bal (details above) to arrange this.

We are a flexible working employer, and we are willing to make any reasonable adjustments you require during your interview so please ask us.

The Athelstan Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview.  Please also be aware that you will be subject to an online check and that you may be questioned about the findings of such a check at your interview.