About this role
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed volunteers to join ourTrust Board
Would you like to be part of an inspirational team of talent that lead our growing Trust? Do want to be part of a Trust where the members, trustees, and governors of Together Learning Trust cultivate a culture whereby our leaders can thrive. Do you believe you can be a dedicated, diligent and creative team player and become a driving force within our team? If the answer is yes, we’d love to hear from you.
As a Trustee, your role is to ensure:
Strong, strategic leadership of the trust through its vision for high quality and inclusive education.Accountability and assurance for the operations and performance of the trust, including the provision of education, pupil and staff welfare, overseeing and ensuring appropriate use of funding and effective financial performance.Effective engagement with stakeholders.Prior governance experience is not essential as training and support is provided, however we would particularly welcome interest from people with experience in:
Primary and Secondary Education.Special Educational Needs and Inclusion.Finance, audit or business leadership.HR or people development.What’s the commitment:
Approx. 45 hours per year, including meeting attendance and preparation, visits to schools, training and development plus additional time, if required, to assist with panel hearings.If you share our commitment to improving the educational experiences and outcomes for all of our young people, we would love to hear from you.
Are you ready to be an ambassador for our Trust?
Trustees may claim reasonable expenditure necessary for them to perform their duties.
We value diversity and welcome interest from people of all backgrounds who share our commitment to children, communities and collaboration.
If our Trust sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you.
HOW TO APPLY
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Could we be a good fit for each other? If you’d like a chat about the role or have any questions ahead of making a formal application, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please contact: Jo Beardwell using [email protected]
If you’re ready to apply, please request an application form: [email protected]
SAFER RECRUITMENT
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.