Governance and Compliance Professional

Job Description

At Canonium Learning Trust, we uphold values of Opportunity, Challenge, and Integrity, ensuring that every member of our community thrives. As our Governance and compliance Professional, you will play a pivitol role in supporting governance and compliance within our schools', contributing to the overall success of our trust.

Your responsibilities will include assisting in the organisation and administration of board meetings, providing guidance on governance matters, maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulations, developing and updating policies and procedures, facilitating communication on governance and compliance matters, and managing risk-related activities.

Please find enclosed the candidate information pack, which includes details about the role, responsibilities, and qualifications required. We encourage you to review this pack thoroughly and prepare for the next steps in our recruitment process.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to our HR team at recruitment@canonium.org. We are here to support you throughout this process and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to Canonium Learning Trust.

Information about the School

Canonium Learning Trust is a charitable educational trust made up of a family of six primary schools in Essex.

It is our purpose to provide every child with the best possible education whilst nurturing their potential and enthusiasm for learning so children leave our schools equipped to tackle future challenges and make positive contributions to society.

Our purpose is underpinned by three principles that explain how our schools work together in partnership.

Opportunity Our commitment to Opportunity ensures that we work smartly, making the most of every opportunity to provide our pupils with an outstanding, inclusive, and well-rounded educational experience. Collaboration and continuous professional development are key to achieving this goal.

Challenge We prioritise Challenge, striking the right balance between autonomy and consistency. Our focus on teaching and learning, combined with a culture of learning among our staff, allows us to continually improve and provide feedback to ensure our pupils' progress.

Integrity Integrity is at the heart of our approach. We set high standards for ourselves and our staff, role modelling fairness, respect, and effective communication. We have the courage to do the right thing, resist excuses, and treat others with fairness and respect. We take responsibility and accountability for all our actions.