Are you a visionary leader with a passion for Catholic education? Do you have the drive and dedication to  shape the future of Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Birmingham through the creation of a new Catholic multi-academy trust? Can you inspire excellence at every level? If so, this is an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact as part of the strategic development of education across our schools.

 This new role will work with the Archdiocese of Birmingham to oversee the creation of a large Catholic multi-academy trust of 54 schools across Solihull, South Birmingham and Worcestershire. The position also includes the responsibility as CEO and Accounting Officer for the existing Lumen Christi Multi-Academy Company pending the creation of the new CMAT.  Lumen Christi is a successful MAC of 9 schools in South Birmingham, formed in 2015, all working together to shape the future of Catholic education of over 3,100 children and young people.  There is an established and experienced executive leadership team.

 This role offers the opportunity to lead at scale while remaining rooted in the daily life and mission of Catholic schools. The CEO will provide strategic leadership, work closely with the Board and diocesan partners, and ensure that Catholic life and mission, educational standards and governance continue to flourish as the new trust is established.

 We want an inspirational leader who: 

·         - is a practising Catholic 

·         - is passionate about improving the life chances of all children and young people 

·         - has proven leadership and management skills within diverse and complex organisations

·         - has substantial experience in, and an understanding of, the education sector including QTS status

·         - has a proven successful track record of raising standards

·         - will inspire, motivate, challenge and encourage staff

·         - will nurture the spirituality and wellbeing of staff and the community 

We can offer: 

·         - Dedicated and committed staff and school leaders working across our 9 academies (growing to 54)

·         -  An experienced executive, central and school‑based team across the 54 MACs and schools

·         - A supportive and challenging Board of Directors

·         - Supportive and strong working relationships with the Diocesan Education Service and the DfE

·         - An environment that strongly encourages CPD and formation

·         - A competitive remuneration package, reflecting the scale, complexity and significance of the role

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For an informal and confidential discussion, in the first instance with Steve Bell, Director of Education at the Diocesan Education Service at s.bell@bdes.org.uk or Stephen Graham, Chair of the Board of Directors at s.graham@lumenchristi.org.uk

Lumen Christi Catholic Multi Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to 2 satisfactory references, one being your latest employer/Head Teacher, (which will be requested prior to interview) an enhanced DBS check and prohibition check, online searches, medical, evidence of qualifications plus verification of the Right to Work (RTW) in the UK. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.