Governance Professional

Plume Academy; Heybridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A secondary school in Essex is seeking a Governance Professional to advise the Board on matters of governance and constitutional duties. The role requires level 2 qualifications in Mathematics and English, along with a detail-oriented and flexible approach. As part of a welcoming and inclusive team, you will help support the school's development and has opportunities to contribute to extracurricular activities. This position offers casual, term-time work with competitive pay of £15 per hour.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Recognition of responsibilities

Opportunity to contribute to extracurricular activities

Qualifications

• Must possess a level 2 qualification in Mathematics.
• Must possess a level 2 qualification in English at a minimum C grade (or grade 4) at GCSE.
• Should be detail-oriented, hardworking, and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Board on constitutional matters and duties.
• Ensure continuity of Trustee business while maintaining confidentiality.
• Contribute to the extra-curricular programme as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Hardworking

Flexible

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Collaborative work ethic

Education

Level 2 in Mathematics

Level 2 in English at minimum C grade (or grade 4) at GCSE

Job description

Position Summary

TheGovernanceProfessionalis responsible for advising the Board on constitutional matters, duties and powers, and will work within the broad current legislative framework. They will secure the continuity of Trustee business and observe confidentiality requirements. The other responsibilities of the postholder will be in accordance with theGovernanceProfessionaljob description.

Minimum qualifications include level 2 in Mathematics and English at a minimum C grade [or grade 4] at GCSE.

The candidate should be detail‑oriented, hardworking, flexible, have a high level of commitment and be able to work in a calm, collaborative manner whilst maintaining confidentiality.

Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.

Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you'll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.

Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a 'good' Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.

Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.

If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.

Full time support staff may also have opportunities to contribute to the extra‑curricular programme. This is very wide‑ranging and can often enable staff to contribute particular skills and interests where they meet academy needs. Applicants should indicate if they have particular interests and this would be discussed at the time of interview.

Remuneration and Working Time

The hours of work required for the role are to be agreed with the Chair on a casual basis, term time only (38 weeks). The salary will be £15 per hour plus an annual leave entitlement.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.