Governance Professional. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

anzuk Education; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Governance Professional for a Multi Academy Trust in Newham. The ideal candidate will drive governance excellence, ensuring compliance and strategic effectiveness. Responsibilities include overseeing governance practices, advising trustees, and leading governance development. This role offers a minimum of £30 per hour, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to shape governance across a high-performing Trust. Professional governance qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• Strong experience within governance, ideally in an education or Trust setting.
• Can confidently advise senior leaders and trustees on complex governance matters.
• Highly organised and proactive in managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee governance compliance and ensure adherence to statutory requirements.
• Support the effective operation of the Trust Board and committees.
• Lead on developing the Trust’s governance frameworks and structures.

Skills

Governance experience

Advising on governance matters

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Written communication

Education

Professional governance qualifications (e.g., CGI)

Job description

Governance Professional Multi Academy Trust (Newham)

Pay: Negotiable minimum £30 per hour
Contract: (phone number removed)pm 3 5 days week
Location: Newham, East London
Start: ASAP / January start available

Are you an experienced Governance Professional ready to take a leading role within a growing Multi Academy Trust? Our agency is proud to be supporting a forward‑thinking Trust in Newham in their search for a Governance Professional to drive governance excellence across the organisation.

Governance experience is essential. This is working for a growing MAT that offers a great culture, friendly team and benefits such as flexible working. This role offers flexible working, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at Trust-wide level. Candidates love working for this client!

The Role

As the Trust’s Governance Professional, you will be responsible for ensuring that all governance practice is compliant, strategic, and effective. This is a key leadership role supporting the CEO, Headteacher, Trustees and senior leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee governance compliance and ensure adherence to statutory requirements
• Support the effective operation of the Trust Board, committees, and senior leadership
• Lead on developing the Trust’s governance frameworks, systems and structures
• Manage, coordinate and continuously improve governance support
• Oversee policy management and statutory documentation
• Provide high‑level professional advice, guidance and training to Trustees and governance teams
• Lead on governance recruitment, induction, CPD and board self‑evaluation
• Clerk Trust Board and committee meetings, ensuring professionalism and compliance
• Act as a key adviser on legal, procedural and governance matters
• Support the CEO’s performance review process
• Contribute to strategic planning and organisational development

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong experience within governance, ideally in an education or Trust setting
• Understands statutory frameworks, company law, charity law, and education governance
• Can confidently advise senior leaders and trustees on complex governance matters
• Is highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
• Has exceptional written communication and minute‑taking skills
• Can lead governance development, training and compliance processes
• Brings professionalism, diplomacy and excellent stakeholder‑management skills

Professional governance qualifications (e.g., CGI) are advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

• Minimum £30 per hour, with higher rates for experienced candidates
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping governance across a high‑performing Multi Academy Trust
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional growth

How to Apply

If you are an experienced governance professional looking for your next challenge, click Apply Now or contact us directly for a confidential conversation.