About This Role
Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more
Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
About This Role
We're looking for a confident individual who can form and maintain relationships with multiple stakeholders to support the delivery of the governance service. This is an opportunity to ensure rigour, efficiency and meaningful undertakings at a school level for our governors, directly contributing to the success of our schools.
As an essential member of the governance team, you will have oversight of a group of academies providing them with support and guidance. You will co-ordinate and support local governing body (LGB) activities, support governor recruitment and training as well as clerking governor panels for a number of OAT academies. In the role of clerk, you will ensure smooth process of agenda-setting, scheduling, formal minutes and correspondence throughout the academic year.
Working with the central governance team and academy staff, you will ensure compliance of statutory requirements and guidance regarding website and policy procedural matters.
In this role, travel will be required to attend some governance meetings on site at the Birmingham office or at the academies. We are open to discussions around working arrangements regarding full time/part time or term time only. Some evening work is required for this role, to attend governors meeting virtually or in person.
About Ormiston Academies Trust
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
There’s nothing more important than educating the next generation, and our teams across Ormiston are continuing to undertake excellent work to make sure that the opportunities we provide have the greatest impact for every child and young person. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
About You
You will be a values’ driven individual, show integrity, demonstrate confidentiality in this role. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrative experience in a similar role within the education sector, experience of delivering to deadline and working to a high standard. You’ll possess a strong understanding of what good governance looks like within a school setting.
We are looking for an organised individual, who understands how important excellent planning and attention to detail are crucial to the role. Your knowledge and support will develop strong and purposeful relationships with a range of stakeholders across the organisation including Chairs of Governors, Principals, Education Directors. Offering advice and guidance where necessary to resolve any issues quickly.
In this role, you will co-ordinate and deliver cluster/regional based governors’ induction and training virtually and in person. It is vital a high-quality and consistent induction programme is delivered to all new governors in line with the Trust’s development offer and expectations.
We are seeking someone who is flexible and adaptable, able to plan and manage their own workload and travel to meet expectations.
Benefits That Care For You
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children and young people in our schools.
When you join us at Ormiston, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect robust and holistic support from us to enable you to excel in your role.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
- 30 days annual leave, rising to 32 after 5 years’ service
- Generous pension and life cover
- Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.
- Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform.
- Free and confidential legal, tax and health 24/7 helpline.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
And much more as part of a leading multi-academy trust.
If you’re interested in exploring this opportunity further, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact our recruitment team at
[email protected] for further information.
The closing date for applications Monday 14 July at 9am. Interviews will take place week commencing 21 July.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.
Ormiston Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974 
