Non-Executive Director (Trustee)

Job Description

Canonium Learning Trust is a charitable educational trust comprising five primary schools in Essex. Our mission is to provide every child with the best possible education while nurturing their potential and enthusiasm for learning. We aim to equip students to tackle future challenges and make positive contributions to society. We are dedicated to delivering an outstanding, inclusive, and well-rounded educational experience to all our pupils.

Opportunity:

We are looking to expand our Board of Directors. We are seeking dedicated and skilled volunteer Non-Executive Directors (Charity Trustees) who are passionate about education and committed to supporting our mission. As a Trustee, you will play a pivotal role in providing governance and strategic leadership to Canonium Learning Trust.

Skills required:

We are actively seeking individuals to join our board who possess one or more of the following key skills and expertise:

• Governance and Leadership
• Education Sector Knowledge
• Financial Management
• Legal and Compliance
• Estates Management
• Health and Safety
• Human Resources
• Strategic Planning
• Change Management

Information about the School

Canonium Learning Trust is a charitable educational trust made up of a family of five 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.