Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Primary Phase Lead)

Applications are invited from practising and committed Catholics for the post of Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust.

Directors are looking for an outstanding Catholic leader to provide dynamic and strategic direction and leadership across Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, particularly in the primary phase. You will deputise for the CEO when directed and as required.

The Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle has a growth plan for Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust to serve East Durham, Sunderland and South Tyneside, with a total of 34 schools in the Trust by July 2022.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust was established in February 2016, currently there are thirteen schools within the Trust with a schedule of additional schools joining each term.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and experienced Primary Phase leader to join a growing Trust which will have 29 Primary Schools by July 2022. Working alongside the CEO, the central team and our exceptional Headteachers, the Deputy CEO will provide high quality, tailored support and challenge to ensure that the Trust achieves its vision for world class education for all.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.

To have an informal, confidential discussion about the post with Mr Brendan Tapping, Chief Executive Officer for Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, please email dmollon@bccet.org.uk by Wednesday 3 March 2021 to make arrangements for this.

Application packs can be downloaded from the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust website http://bccet.org.uk/vacancies/ and are also available on the TES website. Only the CES forms included in the application pack should be used to apply for this post. Please do not download forms directly from the CES website.

The selection process will be held on Thursday 18 and Friday 19 March 2021.

Please note, the interview process will take place over a virtual platform to ensure the safety of all involved.

Completed application forms should be submitted by email to recruitment@bccet.org.uk by 9am on Wednesday 10 March 2021. Emailed applications are required and CV’s will not be accepted. Applications are required to be submitted by email due to the COVID 19 pandemic and current partial school closure. If you are unable to submit an electronic application, please contact Claire Druery on the email address above to discuss alternative arrangements.

Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.

The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

To view our online applicant pack please click here.