At a Glance
- Tasks: Support schools in governance, admissions, and nurturing a thriving Christian education community.
- Company: Join the Exeter Diocesan Board of Finance, dedicated to church school education.
- Benefits: Be part of a meaningful mission with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment focused on spiritual leadership and community flourishing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in shaping the future of church schools and their communities.
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge of school governance and recent experience in the education sector.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Are you committed to church school education? Would you like the opportunity to work widely with schools and school groupings as together we seek to nurture vision-inspired education; nourish personal and spiritual growth; and enable connected communities that flourish?
We are looking for a motivated and positive individual to contribute to the Education Team's work, in all matters relating to school organisation, governance and admissions for schools, academies, federations and Academy Trusts, and to contribute to the effectiveness of diocesan services and operations, on behalf of the Exeter Diocesan Board of Finance (EDBF) and the Diocesan Board of Education Committee (DBE).
The role includes:
- Supporting the team with the on-going development of a strong diocesan family of schools and groupings, securing the long‑term sustainability and excellence of deeply Christian church schools.
- Securing strong governance structures within the school and Trust landscape, ensuring foundation governance is progressed and fit for purpose for the flourishing of all God's children.
- Empowering the foundation, and wider governance workforce, in establishing a culture of confident spiritual leadership, which leads to excellent and deeply Christian Foundation Governance.
- Contributing to diocesan guidance and policy development and providing advice and training to support schools/academies in their admission arrangements.
The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge and understanding of school organisation and governance structures, and recent relevant experience of the schools / academies landscape and its implication for foundation governance.
Education Adviser for School Organisation, Governance and Admissions in Exeter employer: The Church of England
The Church of England in Liverpool is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that values diversity and inclusivity. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth through diocesan training courses and the chance to make a meaningful impact within the community. With a strong commitment to nurturing vocations, this role provides a unique opportunity to engage with various church traditions and contribute to the spiritual development of lay ministry.
