Trustees required for a Multi Academy Trust of three village primary schools

We are looking for someone to join us in supporting the development of our Trust. This is a rewarding voluntary role similar to that of a school governor but with the overall responsibility for the management and future direction of the organisation.

The role:

You will be an integral part of the Trust Board whose main functions are:

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction of the school
• Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the effective and efficient performance management of staff
• Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent The role is strategic rather than operational. Trustees do not get involved with the day to day running of the school, instead supporting and challenging the school’s leadership team to drive school improvement. 

The role is strategic rather than operational. Trustees do not get involved with the day to day running of the school, instead supporting and challenging the school’s leadership team to drive school improvement.

Who are we looking for?

You don’t need experience in the education sector, and you don’t have to be a parent. We welcome people with lots of different backgrounds and from all walks of life. We would particularly welcome applications from those with skills and experience in:

• Educational Management
• Strategic Business Development
• Marketing and communications
• Finance and Risk management
• Information Technology
• Health and Safety/Premises Management

A successful Trustee is likely to possess a blend of the following skills and experience:

• Great listening skills, offering sound judgement with the ability to probe and challenge in a constructive way
• Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of positively engaging with a wide range of people, and possessing the art of knowing when to get involved and when to hold back
• The ambition to see our new school grow and develop and provide an excellent educational experience for local young people

What will it involve?

Trustees usually attend around 6-7 meetings a year. These are held in the evenings at one of our schools or there is an option to join remotely. The role is unpaid, and the term of office is 4 years.

Training and induction will be provided – this includes compulsory training in the first 6 months and further training to develop your role as you become an established member of the Board. 

Being a trustee is a commitment and a responsibility but offers you the chance to see first-hand the impact you can make in improving education for young people in your community.

Next steps:

If you feel that you can contribute your skills, experience and most critically your time then please apply now for further information.

We are committed to safeguarding and the welfare of students and staff. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.