Are you an experienced professional with a governance background who is keen to grow in an organisation that values your ambition and determination? We are seeking to appoint a governance professional to manage the governance activity across our trust. Reporting directly to the Chair of the Board of Trustees this role is critical to ensure high standards of governance across Laidlaw Schools Trust.
This role is wide and varied, you will support the Trust Board and its subcommittees. Supporting 9 Local Governing Bodies (LGBs) as well as providing training to trustees and governors, you will clerk for the Trust Board and co-ordinate and keep records for the LGBs. You will coordinate our 3rd party partners who provide minute taking and other governance support at LGB level.
Your knowledge of statutory and legal requirements around governance will ensure our boards are compliant and informed and that effective administration and training is undertaken. You will be brave and curious and not afraid to challenge the status-quo or accepted norms when providing specialist support and solutions.
Working in partnership with key stakeholders you will anticipate needs and provide a professional and joined up service, turning ideas into action.
You will be keen to develop ways of working that enable the trust to grow whilst maintaining quality work. You will have the ability to handle complex situations with attention to detail and to prioritise and delegate in a fast-changing environment.
Developing and maintaining professional working relationships with key stakeholders including Chairs, Board members and Executive Leaders is essential to effectively influence. You will be keen to network with other governance professionals to ensure your knowledge and best practice is up to date.
Whilst our Head Office in Newcastle will be your main work base, this role is offered on a flexible hybrid basis and a mix of office and home working is supported. Some evening work may be required from time to time due to board timings.
We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children's safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks.