Governance Officer — Training & Impact

Ted Wragg Multi-Academy Trust; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ted Wragg Multi-Academy Trust is seeking a proactive Governance Officer to help deliver high-quality governance across the Trust. The role supports meetings, panel processes, and governor recruitment and development, with training provided.

You will engage with a range of people, handle sensitive information, and contribute to a well-run governance function. The role offers flexible options and a supportive team; some evening meetings may be required with time off in lieu.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring governance meetings run efficiently, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and providing clear administrative support.
• Coordinating recruitment, onboarding and development for governors.
• Supporting statutory panels such as suspensions, exclusions and complaints, with professionalism and impartiality.
• Building strong working relationships with colleagues, governors and school leaders.
• Using Trust policies, frameworks and guidance to provide accurate, helpful advice.

Job description

Ted Wragg Multi-Academy Trust is seeking a proactive Governance Officer to help deliver high-quality governance across the Trust. The role supports meetings, panel processes, and governor recruitment and development, with training provided.

You will engage with a range of people, handle sensitive information, and contribute to a well-run governance function. The role offers flexible options and a supportive team; some evening meetings may be required with time off in lieu.