Governance and Projects Professional

Governance and Projects Professional

Full-Time On-site
The Rivers C. of E. Academy Trust
  • provide authoritative, practical advice and maintain the highest standards of compliance and professional integrity
  • communicate confidently and build trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
  • manage competing priorities with precision, initiative and close attention to detail
  • share our commitment to enabling Extraordinary Education, Extraordinary People and Extraordinary Futures.

If you have strong governance experience and knowledge and you are ready to make a trust-wide contribution, this could be the ideal next step.

What the school offers its staff

This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to:

  • influence and improve governance practice, working closely with trustees and executive leaders who value professional advice
  • work closely with trustees, advocates, executive leaders and headteachers across Rivers
  • join a supportive and collaborative central team where professional growth and shared learning are valued
  • develop project coordination and bid-writing expertise through structured support and training
  • benefit from flexible working options, including full-time or part-time arrangements.

Further details about the role

Do you believe that strong governance has the power to enable every pupil to experience an Extraordinary Education? The Rivers C. of E. Academy Trust is seeking a highly organised, proactive and credible Governance and Projects Professional to take a pivotal role at the heart of our trust. Providing expert, trusted support and advice to trustees, advocates and senior leaders, you will ensure that governance across Rivers is effective, compliant and continually improving. You will be the trust's principal point of expertise for governance, supporting the effective operation and clerking of the trust board and its committees, advising on statutory and regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement in governance systems, structures and practice. By maintaining clear lines of sight from the board to our schools, you will help trustees and leaders make well-informed decisions that strengthen accountability and improve outcomes for children. This role is ideal for a professional who combines sound judgement with discretion, integrity and the confidence to interpret complex information. You will build productive relationships while retaining appropriate independence, working alongside Extraordinary People and enabling them to govern and lead with confidence. Alongside governance, you will have the opportunity to support a variety of projects that contribute to our 2030 strategy supporting Extraordinary Futures across Rivers. Working closely with senior leaders, you will bring organisational and communication skills to new challenges, with opportunities to broaden your experience and develop expertise in project coordination and bid-writing. Support and training will be available to help you grow in these areas, if required.

  • bring strong governance knowledge and experience, with an understanding of effective academy trust governance

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Governance and Projects Professional employer: The Rivers C. of E. Academy Trust

At Summerhill's Little Treasures, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to nurturing both our children and our staff. Our vibrant work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing Early Years Assistants with ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive environment. Located within the esteemed Rivers C of E Academy Trust, we offer a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while enjoying the benefits of a term-time only contract.

The Rivers C. of E. Academy Trust

Contact Details:

The Rivers C. of E. Academy Trust Recruitment Team