Governance Officer – Kendrick School

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Full time
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Job offered by: Reading Borough Council
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Required for April 2025 - Based on 200 hours a year includes 5 weeks pro-rata paid leave. Kendrick School Academy Trust is seeking a Governance Officer with excellent communication and administrative skills. The Academy Trust Governance Officer is responsible for overseeing aspects of governance effectiveness and compliance within the trust, ensuring such governance adheres to good practice and meets the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities:

Supporting the efficient and effective operation of the trust board and its committees. Providing advice and guidance regarding governance legislation and procedural matters where necessary before, during and after meetings. Assisting with the development of the trust's governance framework and driving improvements to its systems, processes, and structures. Advising and coordinating the delivery and ongoing improvement of governance. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and organise their own time whilst working to strict deadlines. Hours can be worked flexibly in school and at home, but the successful candidate must be available to attend scheduled meetings which take place after school, remotely or face to face. On occasions, meetings may take place in the school holidays. An application pack, including a job description and person specification, and an application form can be found on our website -

https://www.kendrick.reading.sch.uk . For an informal chat about the role please email Mr Charles Ramsden at

cramsden@kendrick.reading.sch.uk . CVs cannot be accepted as a method of application. Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 27th January 2025. We reserve the right to close the application process early if a suitable applicant applies and is appointed. Kendrick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. Kendrick School is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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