CEO appointment service

At CST, we understand the critical importance of appointing the right CEO to lead your trust through its next phase of development. 

Our CEO appointment support service provides comprehensive guidance and support to the trust board throughout the entire appointment process. Our expert consultants will work closely with your trust board to ensure a smooth and effective recruitment process. The service includes: 

• Initial scoping: Our consultants will provide detailed information about the appointment process, ensuring that trust boards have a clear understanding of all aspects involved.
• Detailed planning: Collaboration between the trust board and the consultant to develop a structured plan, including timelines, deadlines, and communication links. 
• Candidate pack preparation: Guidance on creating a comprehensive candidate pack that is aligned with your trust’s vision, values and strategic priorities including job descriptions, person specifications, and other essential materials.  
• Shortlisting and selection days: Assistance in shortlisting candidates and coordinating selection days, including developing assessment exercises and activities. 
• Post-selection arrangements: Feedback to unsuccessful candidates and guidance on handover arrangements and induction processes for the incoming CEO. 

Recognising that each trust has a unique context, our CEO appointment support service is designed to be flexible and customisable.

Trust boards can select specific areas where they would like to receive support, ensuring that each project is tailored to the needs of the school trust. This flexibility allows our service to work seamlessly alongside a recruitment agency, should the trust decide to engage one.