Head of Governance Service

Would you like to join us on our exciting journey as a growing Multi - Academy Trust dedicated to the achievement and well-being of our students and staff? The Green School Trust is seeking to appoint a Head of Governance Services  who has experience of providing clerking services in an educational setting or is able to demonstrate appropriate experience to carry out the role along with a willingness to attend relevant training and development.  Effective governance is essential to the success of our Trust which currently comprises two secondary schools, and our Head of Governance Services has a key role to play in ensuring we support our schools in providing an excellent education for our students.  The role would commence in July/August 2022.

We are looking for an excellent professional with   

• an understanding of the requirements of governance within a Multi Academy Trust   
• strong organisational and administrative skills   
• someone who can commit to evening meetings and related administrative work outside of meetings   
• a person who is interested in school governance and keen to keep up to date with current educational developments and legislation affecting academies   
• the ability to take initiative and responsibility   
• excellent communication and literacy skills    
• efficient IT and administrative skills

We offer:   

• the chance to be a member of an expanding team of central staff   
• structured CPD within the school and across the Trust   
• a focus on valuing staff as professionals and people   
• A a supportive family friendly ethos   
• An excellent location with Syon Lane main line (direct to central London) and good bus services to Richmond, Twickenham, Hounslow, Chiswick and  Ealing  on the doorstep

The Green School Trust, a Church of England Multi Academy Trust with two schools: The Green School for Girls established in 1796, and The Green School for Boys established in 2017. This is an exciting time to join the Trust and central services staff will work across both schools. Development of leadership skills is an important part of the school culture and candidates who wish to progress their careers are encouraged to apply. As a Church of England Trust we welcome applicants from all faiths or none but we do ask that applicants support the Christian ethos of our schools.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Green School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A DBS enhanced disclosure that is satisfactory to us will be a condition of employment.

To apply please either go through TES Global website or visit our website at www.tgstrust.com. 

Closing date for applications:  Friday 3rd June at 09.00am  

We reserve the right to the interview and appoint prior to the closing date