The Greensand Multi-Academy Trust is looking to appoint a highly organised, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to take on the role of Lead Governance Professional and Company Secretary. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of governance effectiveness and compliance, managing the interface between the Trust Board, subcommittees and Greensand senior leaders.

You will also:

• be strategically and operationally responsible for the support and guidance required to maintain and improve governance across our Trust
• ensure that the Local Academy Committees operate effectively and efficiently within the governance structure
• advise the Board of Trustees and sub-committees of their statutory duties and responsibilities, governance procedures and good practice
• manage and develop an effective clerking team who deliver a full governance service across the Trust

The ideal candidate will:

• have knowledge of governance procedures and legislation 
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• be forward thinking, creative, receptive to change and able to work as part of a multi-disciplined team
• manage your time effectively and able to work towards deadlines
• be well organised, methodical and ability to remain calm under pressure
• have a positive and flexible approach while managing a diverse and demanding workload

In return we can offer you:

• a structured induction program
• opportunities for professional growth and personal development
• membership of a generous Local Government Pension Scheme
• a flexible working arrangement
• access to a Multi-Academy Trust Staff Shop offering retail and leisure discounts, a cycle to work scheme and a free will writing service
• access to an Employee Support Service providing access to a wide range of health and wellbeing support, including counselling, physiotherapy, weight management, health and fitness and financial advice

We are excited to hear from candidates who share our aspirations to support children step into their greatness and to work collaboratively with us to enrich the lives of every child in our Trust. We recognise the benefits of shared knowledge and expertise to ensure our children have the best possible education.

If you are looking to join a high performing, supportive and aspirational Trust with an employer who values collaboration, professional growth and development and continuous improvement, we would be delighted to receive your application.

This is a part time term time role working 3 days per week over 39 weeks per annum. There may be some occasions where the successful candidate would be asked to attend trustee and governor meetings which take place in the evenings. This would be to enable the job holder to monitor and assess the quality of governance in the Trust and/or to provide specific guidance on legalities and/or specific procedures. 

The full time equivalent annual salary is £35,024 to £39,502 and the pro rata annual salary is £18,078 to £20,390.

The closing date for applications is Monday 20 May 2024 at 9am. Candidates are warmly invited to contact the Greensand Central Team for further information.

The Greensand Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal records check if you have lived or worked outside the UK within the last 10 years. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online checks will be carried out on all applicants shortlisted for interview.