At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead educational excellence and improve outcomes for every pupil across our Trust.
- Company: Bourne Education Trust, committed to transforming schools and changing lives.
- Benefits: Generous pension, wellbeing support, training opportunities, and a strong work-life balance.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to social justice and innovative education.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on education and shape the future for children in our care.
- Qualifications: Proven track record in school improvement and senior educational leadership.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are seeking an exceptional educational leader to join our Executive Team as Chief Education Officer (CEdO). The educational landscape continues to evolve at pace, with more schools converting to academies and increasing consolidation across trusts. As Bourne Education Trust grows in scale, diversity and ambition, ensuring consistently high-quality education, strong inclusion and excellent outcomes for every pupil becomes an ever more important strategic priority.
The Chief Education Officer will lead on the quality, coherence and impact of education across the Trust. They will ensure all schools are supported by a clear, evidence-informed educational vision, underpinned by strong pedagogy, curriculum, assessment and inclusive practice. The role brings together school improvement, safeguarding, wellbeing, inclusion and community engagement into a single, aligned portfolio, with a clear focus on improving outcomes for all pupils.
As a member of the Executive Team, the CEdO will work closely with colleagues across the Trust to ensure educational excellence, equity and a strong sense of belonging are consistently delivered. In appointing this role, we are seeking an experienced senior education leader with a strong track record of impact across multiple schools or contexts. The successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of effective school improvement and a genuine commitment to making a difference.
As Chief Education Officer, you will play a key role in shaping the next stage of our development, providing both support and challenge to ensure the very best opportunities for every child in our care.
About Bourne Education Trust: Bourne Education Trust (BET) is a growing family of primary, secondary and specialist academies, together with associate schools, across Hampshire, London and Surrey. Our strapline, "Transforming schools; changing lives", reflects our unwavering belief that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, deserves an exceptional education. We are committed to social justice, high aspiration and creating sustainable, ethical and inclusive environments where our pupils and colleagues can grow. Innovation is central to our approach. We embrace new technologies and place digital education at the heart of our strategy, recognising its power to enrich learning and transform educational experiences across our schools.
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching, learning, curriculum and assessment are high-quality, coherent and evidence-informed.
- Educational standards and outcomes continue to improve across all schools.
- Pupil wellbeing, safeguarding, inclusion and belonging remain central to educational practice.
- Attendance and behaviour are consistently strong and supported through inclusive approaches.
- Parents, carers and communities are actively engaged as partners in education.
- Trust-wide educational priorities are implemented consistently and effectively.
About You
- A proven track record of successful school improvement across multiple schools, phases or contexts.
- Significant experience of senior educational leadership.
- A deep understanding of curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and inclusion.
- Strong strategic leadership and influencing skills.
- A commitment to equity, safeguarding and improving life chances for all children.
- The ability to inspire confidence and build strong relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
Qualifications
- Relevant degree and postgraduate qualification.
- NPQEL or equivalent leadership qualification.
- Evidence of recent and relevant professional development.
We Offer
- Teachers Pay and Conditions.
- Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities.
- Recognition for exceptional performance and long service.
- Wellbeing support, including 24/7 online GP access and an employee assistance programme.
- Access to My Staff Shop benefits platform with discounts on everyday spending.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance.
- Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme.
- Occupational sick pay.
Benefits
- Generous pension and holiday entitlement.
- Training and development.
- Recognition policies.
- Wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP).
- Access to discount platform.
- Work-life balance.
- Family-friendly policies.
- Free parking.
- Occupational sick pay.
We warmly encourage prospective candidates to arrange an informal conversation with us before applying. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the role, our schools and life within the Trust.
Chief Education Officer in Surrey employer: BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST
Bourne Education Trust is an exceptional employer dedicated to transforming education and changing lives across Hampshire, London, and Surrey. With a strong commitment to social justice and innovation, we offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance. As Chief Education Officer, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful educational initiatives while benefiting from generous pension schemes, ongoing training, and a collaborative environment that values every child's potential.
