Governance & Compliance Coordinator

Westcountry Schools Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Westcountry Schools Trust is seeking a Governance Coordinator to support effective governance across our 31 schools. You will administer portfolios, prepare accurate minutes, monitor actions and coordinate recruitment and training of trustees and school staff.

The role involves ensuring compliance with policy, reporting, and occasional travel to schools. You will work closely with the Governance and Compliance team, manage multiple priorities and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders,

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above or equivalent.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and Copilot.
• Experience in education governance, compliance, audit assurance or clerking would be an advantage.
• Ability to prepare accurate minutes and maintain secure records.

Responsibilities

• Administer governance portfolios and support the full governance cycle.
• Prepare accurate minutes and maintain secure records.
• Monitor actions and follow up on outstanding items.
• Coordinate member recruitment, onboarding and training.
• Support policy approval and website compliance monitoring.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for governance activity.
• Travel to schools for meetings and occasional evening engagements.

Skills

Organised

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Professional judgement

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Copilot

GovernorHub

Scriba

Job description

Westcountry Schools Trust is seeking a Governance Coordinator to support effective governance across our 31 schools. You will administer portfolios, prepare accurate minutes, monitor actions and coordinate recruitment and training of trustees and school staff.

The role involves ensuring compliance with policy, reporting, and occasional travel to schools. You will work closely with the Governance and Compliance team, manage multiple priorities and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders,