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Governance Professional
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 30 - 30 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent Contract , Temporary
Location: Newham, Greater London
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Governance Professional – Multi Academy Trust (Newham)
Pay: Negotiable – minimum £30 per hour
Contract: (phone number removed)pm – 3 – 5 days week
Location: Newham, East London
Start: ASAP / January start available
Are you an experienced Governance Professional ready to take a leading role within a growing Multi Academy Trust? Our agency is proud to be supporting a forward-thinking Trust in Newham in their search for a Governance Professional to drive governance excellence across the organisation.
Governance experience is essential
This is working for a growing MAT who offer a great culture, friendly team and benefits such as flexible working. This role offers flexible working, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at Trust-wide level. Candidates love working for this client!
The Role
As the Trust’s Governance Professional, you will be responsible for ensuring that all governance practice is compliant, strategic, and effective. This is a key leadership role supporting the CEO, Headteacher, Trustees and senior leaders.
You will:
* Oversee governance compliance and ensure adherence to statutory requirements
* Support the effective operation of the Trust Board, committees, and senior leadership
* Lead on developing the Trust’s governance frameworks, systems and structures
* Manage, coordinate and continuously improve governance support
* Oversee policy management and statutory documentation
* Provide high-level professional advice, guidance and training to Trustees and governance teams
* Lead on governance recruitment, induction, CPD and board self-evaluation
* Clerk Trust Board and committee meetings, ensuring professionalism and compliance
* Act as a key adviser on legal, procedural and governance matters
* Support the CEO’s performance review process
* Contribute to strategic planning and organisational development
About You
We are looking for someone who:
* Has strong experience within governance, ideally in an education or Trust setting
* Understands statutory frameworks, company law, charity law, and education governance
* Can confidently advise senior leaders and trustees on complex governance matters
* Is highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
* Has exceptional written communication and minute-taking skills
* Can lead governance development, training and compliance processes
* Brings professionalism, diplomacy and excellent stakeholder-management skills
Professional governance qualifications (e.g. CGI) are advantageous but not essential.
Governance experience is essential
What We Offer
* Minimum £30 per hour, with higher rates for experienced candidates
* Flexible working arrangements
* Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping governance across a high-performing Multi Academy Trust
* Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional growth
How to Apply
If you are an experienced governance professional looking for your next challenge, click Apply Now or contact us directly for a confidential conversation.
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