Executive Director of Shared Services (Operations) – Fixed Term
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School:
The Education Village Academy Trust -
Location:
Darlington -
Salary:
£90,000 - £110,000 -
Hours:
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Contractual Status:
Fixed term -
Closing Date:
1st Apr 2026
Executive Director of Shared Services (Operations) – Fixed Term
The Education Village Academy Trust (EVAT) is entering an exciting period of change as we transition to a new Chief Executive from now until September 2026. We are seeking an experienced, values‑driven Executive Director of Shared Services (Operations) to provide senior leadership and stability to our central, shared services and the wider Trust, during this pivotal phase.
Joining us within this academic year (2025/26) and working with us until 31 August 2027, you will lead the ongoing transformation of our central shared services, ensuring our operational infrastructure, systems, and people strategies are modern, efficient, and aligned with our ethos. With oversight of a £2M+ budget, you will drive strategic leadership across:
- Digital transformation and data
- Professional and organisational services
- People, OD, and workforce planning
- Estates and facilities
- Marketing, communications, and media
This is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact on an ambitious Trust and help shape the future of a Trust committed to inclusion, aspiration, and improving life chances for children and young people.
For further information or to apply for this vacancy please visit Peridot Partners: https://www.peridotpartners.co.uk/jobs/executive-director-of-education-evat/
The Education Village Academy Trust
Established in 2006, we are a mixed Multi Academy Trust (MAT), bringing together mainstream and special schools and academies serving the borough of Darlington and neighbouring areas.
We are a village, and by building on our individual strengths, sharing our skills, and weaving each other’s ideas and perspectives into our practice, we are able to offer unique and enriched learning experiences.
We are proud to be part of a truly inclusive Trust. We firmly believe that fairness in opportunity and acceptance of individuality enhances understanding of the world, prepares pupils for the future, and creates young adults who value, appreciate and are able to make an active contribution to their communities.
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