Director of Governance and Policy
The Beckmead Trust, Whyteleafe, CR3 0BLThis job expired on 20 April 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
20 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
28 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L13 - L18 (Outer London)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Extensive experience of supporting and advising Boards and their senior committees, with direct corporate governance experience preferably gained within a regulatory environment
Evidence of leading on governance within a dynamic, multifunctional organisation, collaborating successfully with other functions to deliver on the organisation’s strategic objectives
Strong track record of successfully making strategy a reality, delivering demonstrable improvements to processes and practice
Experience of identifying and mainstreaming organisational best practice, whilst also troubleshooting areas of weakness
Evidence of successfully building relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels in order to implement the highest possible standards of governance practice
Graduate or equivalent experience - governance related qualifications / courses completed (NGA etc)
Ideally have been an academy or school governor, worked closely with school governors and/or Academy trustees or worked in an equivalent public sector organisation
An up to date understanding of good practice in corporate governance, including an understanding of the relationship between the Executive and Non-Executive
Thorough knowledge of governance in the education sector, including latest MAT best practice, plus DfE and ESFA requirements - or willingness to undertake specific training on the above
The ability to quickly gain credibility and influence senior colleagues, including being persuasive and pushing back where necessary
Ability to convey complex information with clarity, including writing concise and effective Board papers
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Strong interpersonal skills coupled with high levels of emotional resilience and the ability to act diplomatically and with tact
Resilient, with the ability to deliver a complex and demanding workload alongside colleagues across disparate geographical locations Personal Attributes Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor communication to the audience
A highly-motivated strong self-starter able to work independently Builds good working relationships and has strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with people at all levels
A diplomatic approach and the confidence to provide support and challenge to high-profile staff and board members
Well organised with a meticulous eye for detail
Integrity and discretion when handling confidential information
Ability to prioritise work and work well under pressure and to deadlines
Demonstrates leadership across geographical and organisational boundaries Confident with ICT – ease with using GoogleWorkspace
Takes ownership for personal development and can demonstrate ongoing CPD relevant to the role
Availability to work at variable times with Trustees and Regional Board members, with some occasional evening meetings and calls.
Able to travel to meetings within the areas where the Trust operates, including occasional overnight where necessary
What the school offers its staff
CPD to further develop your skills
Great pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Beckmead Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Website
- The Beckmead Trust website
- Email address
- recruitment@beckmeadtrust.org
The Beckmead Trust believes that every young person has the right to the best possible education and a chance to succeed.
We are stronger through a sense of community and social justice, and our family of schools all maintain this as the foundation of their provision.
Our schools deliver practice models that not only tailor education to students, but also involve parents, carers and agencies, forming a network of support for all of our young people.
Working exclusively with children with special educational needs, our team of highly-skilled and caring staff members deliver excellent pedagogy and a vibrant curriculum that helps young people to thrive, empowering them to aspire towards opportunities in their future, leading to successful and fulfilled lives.
The Beckmead Family of Schools was judged to be Outstanding by Ofsted.
Arranging a visit to The Beckmead Trust
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@beckmeadtrust.org.
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