Founded in 2012, REAch2 Academy Trust is the largest primary-only academy trust in the country. Originating from successful school improvement and partnership work in Waltham Forest in East London, REAch2 now supports 60 primary academies across England and has plans for growth. REAch2 was established with the explicit intention of working in some of the most challenging parts of the country. This focus remains and many REAch2 schools are in areas of deprivation – in cities, towns or in coastal areas.

The Trust is the cornerstone to our schools; a strong, responsible foundation from which every school develops, grows and flourishes. As a Trust we are committed to creating an inclusive culture where diversity and individuality are celebrated. Our culture strongly reflects our Touchstones: seven principles which make our academies unique: Learning, Leadership, Enjoyment, Inclusion, Inspiration, Responsibility and Integrity.

REAch2 is entering a new phase in its journey and we are building on strong foundations. Only 17% of schools were rated as Good or Outstanding before they joined the Trust. This now stands at 87%. We are proud of what we have achieved. Our next CEO will continue to drive a culture of high attainment and personal responsibility; of safety and inclusion; and of aspiration and wellbeing to deliver truly exceptional performance at all academies, a distinctive contribution for each and every pupil and an enduring impact in the communities in which REAch2 operates.

We now seek a CEO to lead the organisation into the next stage of strategic development to enable us to realise our ambition to provide ‘exceptional opportunities for learning’ for every single pupil in our schools. REAch2 is currently nearing the end of the delivery period for the 2017-2022 strategic plan. The timing aligns well with the change in leadership enabling the incoming CEO to work with the Executive Team and the Board of Trustees, to design the Trust’s next five-year strategic plan from 2022.

If you have ambition and experience of developing a high performing senior leadership team in a large and geographically dispersed organisation; if you have a passion for improving young lives, combined with the strategic thinking and acumen to sustain our progressive growth… we would welcome a conversation with you!

REAch2 is working towards improving the diversity of the governance and leadership of the Trust, and the experience for our staff from diverse backgrounds. We are keen to hear from all candidates with the appropriate experience who feel they can make a real contribution to leading our Trust. If you can bring a fresh perspective to the challenges we face whether through your background as someone from an UK ethnic minority or you live with a disability (visible or not), are open about your faith, religion or belief or about being LGBTQ+, your application will receive a warm welcome. As will applications from all suitable candidates.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to REAch2 on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit http://reach2ceo.com/. Applications should be received by noon on Thursday 30^th September 2021.