SENIOR GOVERNOR SERVICES OFFICER

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff Council is seeking a dedicated professional to support the delivery and development of Governor Services, advising Headteachers, school governing bodies and clerks to strengthen governance across Cardiff's schools.

You will coordinate professional learning, work with education colleagues and partners to recruit, develop and retain governors, including from underrepresented groups, and contribute to service improvement across Cardiff's education system.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with schools, governing bodies, local government or within an education, community or public service setting.
• Understanding of effective governance, education systems and the principles of public service.
• Excellent communication, organisational and partnership-working skills; ability to provide advice and guidance to governors, clerks and school leaders.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery and development of Governor Services, providing advice, guidance and support to Headteachers, school governing bodies and clerks.
• Strengthen governance across Cardiff schools; coordinate professional learning and development opportunities for governors and clerks; work with education colleagues, schools and partners.
• Contribute to equity, diversity and inclusion in school governance; develop recruitment and retention programmes; support safeguarding and leadership development; collaborate with schools, elected members, businesses and community groups.

Job description

Cardiff's Education and Lifelong Learning Directorate is committed to delivering excellence and equity in education across the city. We work collaboratively with schools, governors and communities to ensure every learner has access to high-quality teaching and inclusive learning environments. Our vision is aligned with the Council's Stronger, Fairer, Greener and Cardiff 2030 strategies, and we are proud to champion innovation, inclusion and continuous improvement across our education system.

About the job

This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery and development of Governor Services, providing advice, guidance and support to Headteachers, school governing bodies and clerks.

You will play an important role i n supporting the strengthening governance across Cardiff schools, coordinating professional learning and development opportunities for governors and clerks and working closely with education colleagues, schools and partners to support effective governance practice.

This role will involve supporting key initiatives and areas of work such as Equity, Diversity and Inclusion within school governance, developing recruitment and retention programmes, increasing confidence in governance leadership including safeguarding, and supporting governors with all aspects of their role. A significant aspect of the role will be working with schools, elected members, businesses, community groups and partner organisations to recruit, develop and retain governors, particularly from underrepresented groups, to ensure governing bodies better reflect the communities they serve. You will also contribute to service improvement projects and the development of collaboration and shared governance practice across Cardiff schools.

Agile working is a key feature of this role, with a base at County Hall, Cardiff Bay, and regular engagement with schools across the city.

What We Are Looking For From You

We are looking for an individual with experience of working with schools, governing bodies, local government or within an education, community or public service setting. You will have an understanding of the importance of effective governance, education systems and the principles of public service.

You will bring excellent communication, organisational and partnership-working skills, with the ability to provide advice, support and guidance to governors, clerks and school leaders. Strong IT skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information are essential.

You will be a proactive and resilient team player, committed to delivering high-quality outcomes, promoting equality of opportunity and supporting the continued development of school governance across Cardiff. Welsh language skills or a commitment to learn are also welcomed, but not essential.

Additional information

This post is temporary until 31/03/2027.

This post is suitable for post share.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.

We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.

We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.

Job Category Education - Professional / Support

Department Education & Lifelong Learning

Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Temporary