School Governor The Effingham Schools Trust

ST. TERESA'S SCHOOL EFFINGHAM TRUST; Dorking; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational trust is seeking passionate individuals to join its Board of Governors. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic leadership in a dynamic educational environment, enhancing your career and CV. Whether you have an accounting background or simply a keen interest in governance, your involvement will help shape the future of three progressive schools. Embrace this chance to work collaboratively with a diverse group of professionals, while making a meaningful impact on the education sector. Join us in fostering exceptional teaching and pastoral care for students, and take your career to new heights in a rewarding voluntary position.

Qualifications

• Diverse backgrounds welcome; accounting or commercial experience preferred.
• No prior governing experience necessary; full induction provided.

Responsibilities

• Appoint additional Governors to provide strategic leadership.
• Participate in sub-committees for key strategic areas.

Skills

Accounting

Commercial Awareness

Strategic Leadership

Governance

Education

No specific educational requirement

Job description

School Governor - The Effingham Schools Trust

EST is delighted to be able to build on this success with Manor House School joining the Trust in September 2023, forming a dynamic educational triumvirate. Three modern, progressive schools, Cranmore, Manor House and St Teresa’s each have enviable track records, delivering best practice teaching to their pupils, whilst maintaining exceptional pastoral care.

As the Trust begins to grow and a number of Governors are rotating off the Board at the end of their tenure, we are looking to appoint additional Governors to continue delivering strong strategic leadership.

The Board of Governors comprises Governors with a range of backgrounds and professional experience. The Governing Board delegates key strategic areas to sub-committees responsible for Health & Safety, Risk & Compliance, Education, Finance & Operations, and Safeguarding.

We would be particularly interested in hearing from individuals with an accounting or commercial background, although a variety of skills and experience is always welcome. Previous governing experience is not necessary. All new governors receive a full induction and can be involved in a number of areas according to their preferences.

As a governing body, we wish to attract individuals from all stages of their career journey to increase our diversity and agility. Working at Board level delivers the opportunity to progress within your chosen career, broadening your career and providing the opportunity to work at a strategic level. This enhances CVs and provides an opportunity to work beyond a chosen profession.

How to Apply: Please forward your CV with a short paragraph indicating why you would be interested in taking up a governor position to Mrs Annette Turner, Chair of Governors: [e-mail].

All Governor roles are voluntary and subject to enhanced DBS and full clearance checks.

As part of St Teresa's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, any offer of employment to this post will be subject to a receipt of a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Seniority Level

• Executive

Employment Type

• Other
• Industries: Education