Overview

Bourne Education Trust is growing rapidly, and we're excited to expand our successful team. We are seeking an Education Director to join our team at Bourne Education Trust. The Education Director will lead a cluster of primary, secondary and special schools. All Education Directors take on Trust-wide projects, which could include areas such as social justice, assessment, safeguarding and SEND. The Education Director will work closely with the central team to lead the delivery of exceptional education across the Trust. The successful candidate must have a proven track record of leadership and impact within the education sector, a deep understanding of effective school improvement processes and a dedicated commitment to growing school leaders.

BET is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty-four schools (plus eight further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases. Our strapline “Transforming schools...changing lives” reflects our belief that all children deserve a great education. We are committed to developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining high standards in our behaviours and values. We embrace digital innovation to enrich and transform the future of education.

Details

Position: Education Director

Location: Jubilee High School, Addlestone KT15 1TE (travel to other Trust sites may be required)

Contract: Permanent, full time

Benefits

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme for teaching colleagues (Employer contribution 28.68%).
• Condensed school year with a two week half term in October.
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities.
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service.
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests.
• Access to savings on everyday spending through My Staff Shop.
• Work-life balance and family-friendly policies and processes.
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the Deputy CEO to deliver the strategic education vision of the Trust.
• Build a collaborative learning culture across the Trust.
• Work with school leaders to ensure that schools’ strategic intents complement that of the Trust.
• Plan, implement and monitor a cross-Trust theme and translate outcomes into action and impact and/or inform policy.

Requirements

EDs will need to have a certain level of experience prior to taking on the role and a background in education and teaching. Specific qualifications required are:

• Awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
• Undergraduate degree and QTS.
• Experience marketing and promoting a school or group of schools.
• Experience running a project or theme across a group of schools.

For full job description and requirements, please see the applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

We value colleagues who are reflective, optimistic and aspirational; collaborative and innovative; committed, engaged and professional; and advocates for equality and inclusivity.

How to apply

Please click “Apply” to complete our online application form. CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is 3 October 2025. We recommend applying early. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we reserve the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum essential requirements.

Declaration and safeguarding

The application is subject to safeguarding checks, verifications and online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to sign the application at interview. We may contact referees prior to interview, with consent. It is a criminal offence to apply for or undertake work with children if barred from doing so. We comply with DBS checks and the Update Service where applicable.

Further information about vacancies and the applicant pack can be found on our careers website. For any accessibility needs, please contact us to request a different format of the job pack.