Governance Support Administrator

Abbey Multi Academy Trust is a Church of England Trust (MAT) within the Anglican Diocese of Leeds. Currently we consist of eight schools who work together to inspire learners and change lives as a result of our educational provision. We are committed to our Trust vision to work in partnership to educate, nurture and empower our students and our employees so that everyone can flourish and live ‘life in all its fullness’ (John 10:10). Our Central Support and Education Teams work across all our academies, with most staff based at The Moyes Centre, LS14 6NU.

We are looking for a dedicated individual who can:

·       Provide confidential and comprehensive administrative support to the Trust, Board of Trustees, Local Governing Boards, and the Head of Governance & Compliance, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of governance processes across all academies within Abbey MAT.

·       Engage and collaborate with Board members, Chairs of Local Governing Boards, Governors, Headteachers, Heads of Department, PA’s, and Office Managers in order to support governance compliance within the Trust. 

·       Be responsible for the continuous development and implementation of effective administrative procedures within the department.

You will be:

·       An effective communicator at all levels (both internally and externally)

·       Able to work collaboratively as part of a team but also to work using own initiative.

·       Someone who will support the Trust’s Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values.

Our Trust, a family of eight academies in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale, shares a mission to work

In Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower

We can offer:

·       Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos as well as enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues

·       A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme

·       Retail discounts/ offers at high street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships, dental care

·       Free secure onsite parking

·       Membership of an excellent pension scheme

How to apply:

The role profile and application form are available on our website. You are advised to read our recruitment guidance which outlines our safer recruitment requirements and responsibilities, including pre-employment checks, and provides information about eligibility to apply. 

Information about our Trust, including our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available on our website. 

To arrange a visit or find out more about the role, please contact HR@abbeytrust.org

The closing date for this vacancy is 9am on Monday 06 May with interviews to be held soon after.

Applications can only be submitted up until the closing date. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the Trust reserves the right to close vacancies early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.