Trustee. - Volunteer

Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust; Sutton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based educational organization is seeking passionate individuals for its Board of Trustees to aid in strategic decision-making and governance. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in education or finance and a commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. This governance role offers a unique opportunity to influence the educational landscape while joining a community focused on collaboration and integrity.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic leadership, particularly in education or finance.
• Strong commitment to governance and educational outcomes.
• Willingness to dedicate time and engage with the community.

Responsibilities

• Shape strategic decisions for the Trust.
• Support Local Governing Bodies and senior leadership teams.
• Influence strategic direction and financial sustainability.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Experience in education

Experience in finance

Commitment to governance

Job description

What difference will you make?

Orchard Hill College Academy Trust is seeking dedicated / skilled individuals to join our Board of Trustees. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organisation that transforms lives of children and young people with SEND.

What are we looking for?

We’re seeking strategic leaders with significant experience in education or finance to help shape the future of Orchard Hill College Academy Trust. Your expertise will contribute to strong governance across the Trust, supporting our Local Governing Bodies and senior leadership teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for pupils. Beyond professional experience, we value your time, curiosity, and commitment whether preparing for meetings, reviewing papers, attending events, or visiting our academies. You’ll join a governance community rooted in collaboration, integrity, and impact, where your insight will influence strategic direction, financial sustainability, and educational outcomes. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and industries including those interested in supporting our schools at a local level through governance. If you’re passionate about transforming lives and leading with purpose, we’d love to hear from you!

What will you be doing?

Orchard Hill College Academy Trust (OHCAT) is seeking dedicated and skilled individuals to join our Board of Trustees.

We are particularly keen to hear from

• Finance Professionals
• Education Professionals

Joining OHCAT as a Trustee means becoming part of a values‑driven governance team committed to transforming lives. You’ll help shape strategic decisions that create safe, inclusive, and thriving environments for learners and staff. Guided by our principles of Collaboration, Integrity, Impact‑Driven practice, and Culture & Values, and rooted in our core values – Confident, Respectful, Equitable, Advocacy, Teamworking, Enabling – your leadership will directly influence the future of specialist education across our Trust.