Chief Operating Officer

Formed in 2017 following the merger of two colleges, our client is the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 18,000 students passing through their doors each year. This is an exciting time for the Group as they embark on a bold new chapter to strengthen their impact across the region and improve the opportunities of those in their communities.

Our client is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to provide strategic leadership and management across the Group's business support services. Working closely with the CEO, Executive Team and Governors, you will help drive operational efficiency, continuous improvement and strategic growth. The role covers estates, IT, health and safety, project management, GDPR and catering, with a strong focus on student experience. You will have successful senior leadership experience in corporate services within a large complex organisation - preferably multi-site. Experience of working within internal and external regulatory frameworks, strategic and business planning and contributing to significant change programmes is essential. You should also have experience of working as part of an executive leadership team, alongside strong commercial awareness and the ability to translate strategy into operational plans.

Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Contact to discuss this exciting opportunity before applying.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 18 August 2026

Interview date: To be confirmed