Strategic Lead for School Effectiveness and Compliance

Central England Academy Trust is delighted to welcome applications for the post of Strategic Lead for School Effectiveness and Compliance to start September 2026 or January 2027.

The Strategic Lead for School Effectiveness and Compliance is a senior Trust-wide role within the Central Team. Reporting to the Trust and School Development Director, the post holder will provide strategic leadership for school improvement, quality assurance and compliance across the Trust.

The role ensures that safeguarding practice is exemplary and fully aligned with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE); that behaviour culture is strong, inclusive and consistent; and that all of the statutory compliance requirements including policies, website content and staff conduct are met to a high standard.

The post holder will work closely with Trust and School leaders to ensure that Trust values underpin all practice. Development, monitoring and evaluation of safeguarding, teaching, learning, attendance, behaviour and compliance will directly contribute to sustainable school improvement and secure positive outcomes for pupils.