Chief Executive Officer (LUM57/1814)

Could you be our next Chief Executive Officer ?

Headquartered in Leeds, Luminate Education Group's role is to interpret local, regional and national skills needs through the provision of outstanding education opportunities for students and apprentices to drive economic and social value across the communities we serve. With an impressive track record of growth, innovation and award-winning provision, our highly diverse group is seeking to appoint a new Chief Executive Officer who will lead the group to inspire a whole generation of people and new leaders, and who will go on to make their own impact on the region and beyond.

This is a unique opportunity to work with the Group’s Board and Executive Leadership Team to deliver on the region’s skills agenda, through inspirational leadership, prudent financial management and an unrelenting focus on learner outcomes. You will lead an experienced leadership team, to deliver a responsive and employer-led model that drives quality and promotes innovation, with learners front and centre of everything. As the lead ambassador for the group both regionally and nationally, you will engender a culture where staff are empowered to be autonomous, expansive in their thinking, progressive in approach to deliver education that is truly sustainable and transformative. 

We are seeking to appoint a truly inspirational FE leader, who is strategic in approach and knows how to lead within a fast-moving and complex operational environment. You will have learners at the heart of all that you do, with a passion for employability, coupled with the expertise of working with a board and the communication flair to influence, engage and inspire. Your drive, passion and creativity will be motivational, and you will deliver results that drive performance set against the strategic objectives. This is an exceptional role that requires a dedicated professional who understands the changing education landscape, who is confident in their approach and thinking to lead from the front.

All enquiries and applications should be directed to Dodd Partners who have been appointed to manage this vacancy on Luminate's behalf. Prior to submitting an application candidates are encouraged to contact John Dodd on 07545 431 848 or email johndodd@doddpartners.com.

Closing date for applications will be 9:00 am, Monday, 5^th May 2025.

We have some fantastic benefits, including :

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
  • Support Staff 39 days
  • Academic 44 days
  • Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
  • Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). 
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities -  including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements