Governance Officer

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential

•GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above). •Strong customer service and administration experience in a busy environment. •Experience of working with children and young people. •Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Desirable

•Experience in education/public sector. •Experience of Governance including LGB’s. •A governance or clerking qualification, or willingness to work towards a recognised qualification, with Trust support.

Knowledge and Skills:

Essential

•Excellent communication skills, confident with parents/carers and external visitors. •High accuracy, strong organisation, ability to prioritise and remain calm under pressure. •Good ICT skills (email, Microsoft Office; willingness to learn MIS).

Personal Attributes and Behaviours:

Essential

•Aspire to reflect the INOVA values and ethos in professional conduct and communication within the Trust. •Have a flexible work approach. •Have the ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people. •Have a commitment to Continuing Professional Development. •Act in accordance with the Trust’s Code of Conduct (and for teachers - Teachers’ Standards). •Forge positive professional relationships.

Other Requirements:

•Evidence of a commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people. •Show a commitment and proactive approach to drive forward equality, diversity, equity, and inclusion and to own personal development.

The postholder must, at all times, carry out their duties and responsibilities in accordance with INOVA Multi Academy Trust Policies, Standing Orders and current legislation with an emphasis on Customer Care, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection and Health and Safety and within the framework of the Education Act 2002, and School Standards and Framework Act 1998 with particular regard to the statutory responsibilities of the Governing Bodies of Schools. Trust staff make the education of their pupils their first concern and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Staff act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents in the best interests of their pupils.