Business Support Officer - Governance

JR United Kingdom; England; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Governance Professional supporting the education sector in Essex and West Suffolk. This role offers full training, flexible work from home, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Ideal for those passionate about education and governance.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Company Pension Scheme

Flexible work

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare agendas for governing board meetings.
• Attend meetings and take accurate minutes.
• Provide advice and guidance at governing board meetings.

Skills

Microsoft packages

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

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Business Support Officer - Governance, Suffolk

Client: Opus People Solutions Ltd

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Job Category: Other

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Join Our Team as a Governance Professional!

Essex and West Suffolk Area

Are you passionate about supporting the education sector? We're looking for dedicated governance professionals to join our talented team. Whether you're an experienced professional, looking to make a career change, or returning to work, we want to hear from you!

What you will receive:

• Full comprehensive training on all aspects of the role and ongoing support to ensure you can fulfill the role effectively.
• Flexible work, mainly from home, with occasional in-person meetings at schools. Ideal for those seeking additional hours on top of a current role or part-time flexible work.
• You will also benefit from regular training, briefings, and updates to enhance your professional growth, alongside a central administration team that provides continuous support.

Responsibilities:

• Help prepare agendas for governing board meetings (with support from a central governance team).
• Attend meetings in person or virtually and take accurate minutes.
• Provide advice and guidance at governing board meetings (with support from a central governance team).
• Ensure agendas and minutes are circulated within specified timescales.
• Be the first point of contact for governors/trustees in your allocated schools/academies to support with queries.
• Signpost governors/trustees to further advice and support where necessary.

Key Skills:

• Proficient user of Microsoft packages, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional and polite when dealing with colleagues and customers.

Additional details and package:

Based from home with travel costs paid for site travel.

Full setup of EFH equipment to carry out the role.

Comprehensive training and continuous professional development.

Access to a full range of perks and discounts.

WeCare – 24/7 health and wellbeing support.

Company Pension Scheme.

This role suits individuals who are resilient, forward-thinking, organized, and passionate about professional development and the education sector.

If you're looking for a varied and interesting role that offers full flexibility and the chance to make a real impact in the education sector, apply now!