Trustees in Desford

Help Shape the Future of Education – Become a Trustee

LiFE Multi Academy Trust is seeking passionate, values-driven individuals to join our Trust Board. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people and communities across our Trust.

Who We’re Looking For

To strengthen the collective skills of the Board, we are particularly interested in candidates with experience or expertise in:

● School Improvement – safeguarding, secondary education

● Finance – finance, accountancy

● Audit & Risk – audit, procurement, risk management, law

● Infrastructure – estates management, procurement, health & safety

● Pay & People – HR, employment law

Trustees are also company directors and are expected to contribute to at least one specialist committee aligned to their skills.

Our Commitment to Representation

We are committed to inclusive governance and warmly welcome applications from candidates who are currently under-represented on boards, including Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates and young people seeking their first board role. Diverse perspectives strengthen decision-making and help us better serve our communities.

What You’ll Need

● Passion, integrity and enthusiasm

● Commitment to the Trust’s vision, values and ambition

● Willingness to support, challenge and collaborate

● Previous board or committee experience is welcomed but not essential – full training and support are provided

Time Commitment

● 4 Trust Board meetings per year (hybrid / virtual / in-person)

● Each committee meets 3 times per year (virtual)

● Reading and preparation time

How to Apply

To learn more about the role, please read the full Candidate Pack. For an informal discussion with David Maitland, Chair, Trust Board contact Sian Griffiths, Director of Governance & Admissions.

Closing Date

The closing date for completed applications is 9am 30th May 2026.

Application process

Application forms and further details can be downloaded from Eteach.

Completed application forms should be submitted via ETeach. An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process and the outline of the day.

If you have any queries on any aspect of the application or need additional information, please contact the school or send an email via ETeach, where we will be happy to help you.

Thank you, and we are really looking forward to hearing from you.

LiFE Multi Academy Trust

Leicester Lane

Desford

Leicester

LE9 9JL

Chris Parkinson (Cheif Executive Officer & Trustee)

David Maitland (Chair, Trust Board)