We’re Hiring: Governance Coordinator | Learning Partners Academy Trust (Guildford-based)
LPT Grade 6 £30,270 - £32,465 FTE
Actual Salary - £20,206.94 - £21,672.23 per annum, pro rata, based on 27 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time plus 1 additional non-term time week).
Make a Meaningful Impact in Education
Are you passionate about education and helping schools thrive? Do you believe that strong governance leads to better opportunities for students? The apply to join Learning Partners Academy Trust as our Governance Coordinator! We are looking for a Governance professional to support the Trust and our schools’ local governing bodies, ensuring they have the guidance and structure needed to make informed decisions that benefit students, teachers, and the wider school community.
Location: Central Team Office, Guildford (with travel across trust schools)
Contract: Part-time, permanent
Application Deadline: Friday Tuesday 3rd June 2025
ABOUT LEARNING PARTNERS ACADEMY TRUST
Learning Partners Academy Trust, is a collaborative Multi Academy Trust (MAT), built on partnerships with local schools working together, in and around the Guildford area.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Providing trusted advice on governance and compliance
- Preparing agendas and capturing important meeting discussions
- Ensuring policies are up to date and align with regulations
- Supporting governors with training and development opportunities
- Working closely with school leadership to make a real impact
Why Join Us?
✅ Be part of a team that truly makes a difference in education
✅ Enjoy a rewarding role with flexibility and growth opportunities
✅ Access to professional development and learning support
✅ Work alongside dedicated educators and governance leaders
✅ Inspiring Values – Join a trust committed to integrity, innovation, and making learning better for all.
What We’re Looking For
- A comprehensive understanding of governance, specifically within education
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A proactive mindset and attention to detail
- The ability to explain complex regulations simply and clearly
- A genuine passion for supporting schools and education
Additional Details
Full driving licence desirable (travel to other school sites required)
Enhanced DBS check required (we are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people)
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Anne Benson, Head of Operations, on 01483 974815 / abenson@ learningpartners.org
Important information
- The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy due to a high a volume of applications being received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
- When completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence your relevant skills and experience in relation to the requirements detailed in the job description.
- Please ensure you check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
Learning Partners Academy Trust – Ambition for All | Better Together | Learning that Inspires | Brave Innovators | Guided by Integrity
Learning Partners Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.