Governance Professional 22.2 hours

Teaching Vacancies; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Clerk to the Trust Board. This role involves supporting the efficient operation of the Trust Board, ensuring governance compliance, and developing the governance framework. The position offers flexibility throughout the academic year, emphasizing a commitment to safeguarding and equality. Applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

Westfield Health

Local Authority Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in governance roles or similar responsibilities.
• Ability to work closely with trust boards and executive teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of the Trust Board and its committees.
• Ensure compliance with governance functions.
• Develop and improve the governance framework.

Job description

Overview

What skills and experience we're looking for

Due to our current Governance Professional retiring we are looking to appoint an experienced person to work closely with the Trust Board and Local Governing Bodies. You will act as Clerk to the Trust Board and Trust sub-groups and Company Secretary for The Trust to ensure that you:

• Support the efficient and effective operation of the Trust Board and its committees in accordance with the provisions of the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the Trust
• Ensure governance at all levels is carrying out its functions
• Support with the development of the Trust’s governance framework and driving improvements to its systems, processes and structures

As well as working closely with the Chair of the Trust, you will work in conjunction with the Executive Team to ensure compliance of the governance function.

The role is flexible across the academic year to ensure that the needs of governance are met.

About the Trust

The Sheffield UTC Academy Trust is sponsored by Sheffield Hallam University, The Sheffield College and Sheffield Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

What the school offers its staff

• Westfield Health
• Local Authority Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Commitment to safeguarding

We are an employer who values equality and diversity and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting policies and procedures.