Job Description

Voluntary Role: Unremunerated

Time Commitment: 10 days per year

Join Bridge Academy Trust as a Trustee and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education and improving children's lives? Bridge Academy Trust invites you to become a Trustee and join our dedicated team.

About Bridge Academy Trust

Founded in 2017, Bridge Academy Trust is a thriving eleven school Multi-Academy Trust encompassing four secondary schools and seven primary schools located in Braintree, Chelmsford, Halstead, Ongar, and Witham.

Core purpose

Our core purpose is to provide high quality education for all children in our schools.

Our Vision

First and foremost, each school within the trust is a place of learning, where young people (from three to nineteen years):

ENJOY coming to school and the learning experiences available to them.

Are ENRICHED with a wealth of opportunities inside and outside of lessons and the curriculum, identifying and nurturing all talents.

ACHIEVE high standards academically, personally, and socially.

ASPIRE to be the best they can be.

What the Trust Values in Candidates

We are seeking individuals with the time, commitment, skills, and expertise to help guide the Trust's strategic focus. We are particularly looking for individuals with a background in education, having operated at a senior and strategic level. Essential requirements include:

· Commitment to the Trust's purpose, objectives, values, and ethics.

· Strategic thinking and the ability to analyse information quickly.

· Focus on strategic objectives and the ability to question and challenge effectively.

· Judgement to make sound, informed decisions.

· Professionalism to function as positive ambassadors for the Trust.

Role Responsibilities

· Attend monthly Trust board meetings and occasional Board committee meetings, usually held in the evening.

· Engage in occasional contributions outside of meetings.

Why Join Us?

At Bridge Academy Trust, we are driven by a commitment to transforming children's lives. We strive to ensure our students are safe, happy, well-educated, and prepared to be active citizens who can shape the world. Our dedicated school leaders, teachers, support staff, trustees, and governors work collectively to deliver world-class education.

As a Trustee, you will have the opportunity to:

· Influence the strategic direction of the Trust.

· Contribute to improving educational outcomes for thousands of children.

· Work with a strong and experienced central team.

· Be part of a community that values continuous professional development and support.

Becoming a Trustee with Bridge Academy Trust means being part of a collective responsibility to develop schools that deliver exceptional education for the 21st Century.

Join us and make a lasting impact on education!

Information about the School

We are a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE.

Our core purpose at Bridge Academy Trust is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a strong sense of ‘community’. We have a community and school-led school improvement approach, with a long term sustainable strategy.

More information can be found on the trust's website.

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.