Do you want to make a difference? Then, why not become a Trustee or a school governor?
What difference will you make?
This exciting opportunity is for people who share our passion for improving the life chances of all children and who will help us shape the future direction of education in South East Cornwall.
What are we looking for?
There are 7 soft skills which are vital for the role of a Trustee in a schools Trust:
1. Committed – For instance, devoting the required time/energy to the role and ambitious to achieve the best possible outcomes for pupils. Prepared to give time, skills, and knowledge to developing themselves and others to create highly effective governance.
2. Confident – Of an independent mind, able to lead and contribute to courageous conversations, to express opinions, and to play an active role on the board.
3. Curious – Possessing an enquiring mind and an analytical approach, understanding the value of meaningful questioning.
4. Challenging – Providing appropriate challenge to the status quo, not taking information or data at face value, and always driving for improvement.
5. Collaborative – Prepared to listen to and work in partnership with others, understanding the importance of building strong relationships within the board and with staff, parents, pupils, the community, and employers.
6. Critical – Understanding the value of critical friendship, enabling both challenge and support, and pursuing learning and development to improve effectiveness.
7. Creative – Able to challenge conventional wisdom, be open-minded about new approaches, and recognize the value of innovation and creative thinking.
We are looking for individuals with at least three years of experience in governance and/or data analysis. Volunteers with some time available during the working day are especially encouraged to apply.
What will you be doing?
Our collaborative educational Trust serves a vibrant rural community and is committed to providing the best learning experiences for pupils in our schools: Dobwalls, Landulph, Trewidland Primary, and Liskeard, Looe, Saltash Secondary. We have approximately 3,000 students, 450 staff, and a budget of £17m. We seek to appoint additional Trustees to join the Board. While some experience is advantageous, enthusiasm for creating a safe and inspiring environment for our children is most important.
Trustees are responsible for the general control and management of the Trust's administration. Their core governance functions include:
1. Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos, and strategic direction
2. Holding the Executive Team to account for the educational performance of the Trust’s schools
3. Overseeing the financial performance of the Trust and ensuring responsible financial management
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