Director of Governance

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing benefits

Professional development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Tapestry Learning Partnership seeks an experienced Director of Governance to lead governance, compliance and board effectiveness across the Trust. Reporting to the Chair of Trustees and the CEO, you will provide expert advice, ensure statutory compliance, and drive continuous improvement in governance practices.

You will work closely with Trustees and senior leaders to strengthen governance, risk management and safeguarding oversight across the merged MAT, with a focus on integrity and staff

Qualifications

• Significant MAT governance experience.
• Expert knowledge of governance and compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Accredited Clerk status and Level 4 Certificate in Academy Governance (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead governance, compliance and board effectiveness across the Trust.
• Provide expert advice to Trustees and senior leaders.
• Ensure statutory compliance and drive continuous improvement in governance practices.

Skills

MAT governance experience

Governance & compliance

Leadership & influence

Education

Level 4 Certificate in Academy Governance

Job description

Closing date: 04 October 2026

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW

Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence!

At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we are on an ambitious and inspiring journey of transformation and improvement. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a strong, unified organisation driven by a clear belief; every child can succeed and flourish.

Our schools serve diverse communities across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, and we are committed to providing safe, welcoming and inspiring environments where young people and staff can thrive.

Shape the future of Governance in our growing Multi-Academy Trust

We’re seeking an experienced Director of Governance to lead governance, compliance and board effectiveness across the Trust. Reporting directly to the Chair of Trustees and the CEO, you will work closely with Trustees and senior leaders, providing expert advice, ensuring statutory compliance, and driving continuous improvement in governance practices.

You’ll bring:

• Significant MAT governance experience
• Expert knowledge of governance and compliance requirements
• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Accredited Clerk status and Level 4Certificate in Academy Governance qualification (or equivalent)

We offer:

• A welcoming, collaborative and inclusive culture, supported by values-led leadership, a Trust-wide network of professionals, and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
• High-quality professional development opportunities, alongside clear career pathways and opportunities for progression within the Trust.
• A comprehensive employee experience, with access to health and wellbeing benefits and the support needed to achieve excellence in your role.

Join us and play a key role in delivering robust governance that supports exceptional education.

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their preemployment checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).