Non-Executive Director/Trustee at Attenborough Learning Trust
Could you be an Academy Ambassador in Leicester? Attenborough Learning Trust seeks two non-executives/directors to join its board. Board meetings are held at LE2 0UU when safe to do so.
The Academy Ambassadors programme brings the expertise of the business world onto boards at multi-academy trusts (MATs) throughout the country to raise standards of education and improve the life chances of young people, which is critical to our social and economic success.
The opportunity
Attenborough Learning Trust (ALT) opened with four infant and primary schools, all of which are rated 'good' or 'outstanding' by Ofsted. They all have a nursery provision, and all serve ethnically diverse communities in the LE2 and LE5 areas of Leicester. Recently the trust has been approved as a sponsor and is making plans to grow.
Currently, the trust serves around 1650 children and employs around 250 staff. It manages an overall budget of around £8m which is expected to grow significantly as more schools join. The amount of these pupils identified as Free School Meals (FSM) - an indicator of deprivation - is 14%, the amount of pupils identified as Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is also 14%, whilst the amount of students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) is 91%.
The board seeks two business leaders with board level experience in
As a key member of the board you will support the trust in achieving the following over the next 12 - 24 months:
What's involved?
Board governance in education is a strategic, 'eyes on, hands off' commitment which typically involves attending c. six board meetings per year/6-8 hours' time per month.
You will be responsible for:
As an Academy Ambassador, you will join our ambassador network which provides resources, guidance, networking events and webinars to support you in your role.
All roles are pro bono.
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
What next?
Please register your interest now to be considered for the role.
A full trust specification is available at the academy ambassadors website
Please be aware the closing date may change if we have received sufficient applications.
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