Head of Governance

3 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom EA FIRST LTD Full time
Head of Governance

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Head of Governance to join our team at EA First Ltd. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the governance function across our Multi-Academy Trust, ensuring that our governance arrangements are robust, effective, and compliant with legal and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the governance function across the Trust, ensuring that all governance levels operate effectively and contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust.
  • Provide strategic advice and guidance to the Trust Board and Ambassador Groups on governance matters, ensuring adherence to the Academy Trust Handbook and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
  • Develop and implement governance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal obligations, including safeguarding, data protection, and financial regulations.
  • Ensure that the Trust's governance framework supports its vision, values, and strategic goals.
  • Manage the administration of Trust Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agenda, minute-taking, and following up on actions.
  • Support the Chairs of the Trust Board, Committees, and Ambassador groups to ensure meetings are well-organised and decisions are documented and actioned effectively.
  • Provide training, induction, and development support for Trustees and Ambassadors to strengthen governance capability.
  • Ensure that the Trust complies with statutory and regulatory requirements, including governance reporting to the Department for Education (DfE) and other statutory bodies.
  • Oversee the Trust's risk management framework, working with the Executive Team and Audit & Risk Committee to ensure that risks are identified, monitored, and mitigated.
  • Lead on the completion and submission of statutory governance returns, including the annual accounts and financial statements, in collaboration with the Finance Team.
  • Lead the recruitment and appointment process for new Trustees and support Headteachers with recruitment and onboarding of Ambassadors.
Requirements
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience within Governance.
  • Degree or equivalent qualification.
  • Proven record of 'outstanding' Governance practice.
  • Willingness and commitment to 'thinking big, doing the right thing and showing team spirit'.
  • Effective team leadership skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, both verbally and in written communications.
  • Proven line management experience.
  • A track record working closely with C-Suite stakeholders is essential.
  • Strong understanding and ability to comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Show a willingness to embrace different ideas and ways of thinking to improve EA First Ltd.
  • Effective handling of sensitive and confidential information.
  • Experience of working within a Multi-Academy Trust or School setting is desirable.
What We Offer
  • c£70,000 per annum.
  • 31 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Hybrid working.
  • Flexible working.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 24/7.

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