Trustee

School Cirencester Kingshill School
Address Kingshill Lane, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
GL7 1HS
01285 651511

Post Title (Subject) Trustee
Grade Voluntary
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Part Time
Contract Various
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date A.S.A.P.

Cirencester Kingshill School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our Board of Trustees on a voluntary basis. As a Trustee, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students, ensuring the highest standards for our students’ education and well-being.

What We Are Looking For…
- Demonstrable leadership or management experience
- Ideally professional experience in an educational setting, finance, accounts or legal based role (not essential)
- A passion for children’s education and a commitment to safeguarding their welfare
- The ability to ask probing questions and actively engage in robust discussions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Well-organised with keen attention to detail

Benefits on Offer:
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people
- Gain invaluable experience in governance and educational leadership
- Participation in relevant training and professional development opportunities
- External training and related travel expenses covered
- A chance to collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals and stakeholders

Key Responsibilities:
- A chance to collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals and stakeholders
- Hold the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) accountable for its decisions and the impact on our students
- Collaborate with other Trustees to set the school’s vision, ethos, and strategic direction
- Monitor the school’s finances and ensure budgets are well-balanced
- Participate in shaping school policies to promote quality education for all students
- Attend and actively contribute to Trustee meetings and various Committees

This position is for an independent Trustee, therefore we cannot accept applications from staff members or parents/carers of students currently attending our school.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

Additional Trustee checks apply.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

To apply, see details to the right of this advert by clicking on 'Website' or via direct email.