Chief Operating Officer
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Leadership scale L24 – 28 (£91,158–£100,540).
Full Time
Permanent
Following the planned retirement of the current postholder, we are seeking to appoint a Chief Operating Officer who will play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of our organisational journey.
The COO will serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and the CEO’s principal partner for business strategy, financial stewardship, and operational leadership. The role combines strategic influence with grounded, values‑led leadership and offers the opportunity to help shape a mature, collaborative trust that is deeply committed to serving its schools and communities well.
The successful candidate will:
- Be an experienced business leader with a demonstrable track record of success.
- Be a team builder and investor in people.
- Work with integrity and wisdom for the benefit of the trust, demonstrating the highest standards of propriety.
- Have strong financial experience, preferably in the education sector.
- Have resilience, adaptability and patience.
- Be committed to supporting and contributing to the ethos, vision, and values of the trust.
In return the Trust will offer a caring, friendly and supportive atmosphere working with an experienced team who demonstrate sustained commitment to all schools and their pupils.
What the school offers its staff
Minster Trust for Education is a multi‑academy trust of 13 primary and secondary schools which has at its core a collaborative model of leadership and a belief in sharing expertise while unerringly pursuing the best education for its pupils. Together we help every child to flourish, opening doors to fulfilling futures.
The Trust is founded on 5 key principles that apply to pupils, students and employees alike. They are:
- Integrity – we do the right thing
- Wisdom – we think deeply
- Kindness – we care about each other
- Collaboration – we are better together
- Service – we pursue the greater good.
We seek to employ people who not only demonstrate these values but are also invested in our mission and truly wish to make a difference through their contribution, whatever the specific role.
Further details about the role
Applicants should apply via the TES website and follow the guidance notes provided. For further information please contact
Candidates are strongly encouraged to make contact with the trust by email to find out more about the role and the provision. Please contact to arrange for a conversation with Matthew Parris, CEO.
Closing date for applications is: Wednesday 15th April at 12 noon.
Interviews will be held: Week commencing 20th April 2026.
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. xwzovoh 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.
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