Community Governor at Bradfields Academy
11 Days Remaining
11 Days Remaining
Job Reference #
EDV/2026/BA/64968
Location
Churchill Avenue, Chatham, Kent, ME5 0LB
Contract Type
Not Applicable
Contract Term
Not Applicable
Closing Date
Midnight, Fri 17th Jul, 2026
Positions Available
1
Positions Available 1
About this Role
Community Governor (Voluntary Role)
Bradfields Academy
Part of Fortis Trust
Medway, Kent
Approx. 6–8 meetings + academy visits per year
Voluntary
Part of Fortis Trust
Medway, Kent
Approx. 6–8 meetings + academy visits per year
Voluntary
Make a meaningful difference in your community
Bradfields Academy, part of Fortis Trust, is seeking a committed and values-driven Community Governor to join its Local Governing Committee.
This role provides the opportunity to contribute your professional expertise and perspective to strengthen governance and support positive outcomes for children and young people within a specialist setting.
Bradfields Academy is a well-established specialist academy, working in partnership with families, professionals, and the wider community to support pupils with a diverse range of needs. As part of Fortis Trust, the academy benefits from strong collaboration across academies and provisions, enabling shared expertise and continuous improvement.
About the role – contributing through the Four S’s of governance
Community Governors contribute to strong governance by focusing on what matters most: the experiences, outcomes, and wellbeing of young people.
SEND
- Supporting oversight of high-quality specialist provision
- Ensuring the academy continues to meet a wide range of complex needs
- Contributing to strategic priorities that improve inclusion, independence, and life outcomes
Safeguarding
- Ensuring safeguarding is embedded across culture, systems, and decision-making
- Maintaining oversight of safeguarding practice and statutory responsibilities
- This supports the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all students
Standards
- Providing appropriate challenge and support regarding quality of education and outcomes
- Ensuring high expectations for all students
- This enables continuous improvement and strong outcomes over time
Stakeholders
- Supporting strong relationships with parents, carers, and the wider community
- Bringing a community-informed perspective into governance discussions
- This strengthens partnership working and community confidence
Who we are looking for
Fortis Trust welcomes applications from individuals outside of education who can bring transferable professional expertise and independent thinking to governance.
You do not need previous governance experience. Training and development will be provided.
Relevant experience may include:
- Leadership or management in any sector
- Community, voluntary, or public service roles
- Health, social care, or youth services
- Legal, compliance, or regulatory environments
- Business, operations, or service delivery
- Communications or stakeholder engagement
- Digital, data, or systems leadership
What you will bring
- A commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people
- The ability to think strategically and consider long-term impact
- Confidence to offer appropriate challenge and support
- Strong communication and collaborative working skills
- Integrity, discretion, and sound judgement
You will also align with the values of Fortis Trust:
- Character & identity – recognising the uniqueness of each individual and community
- Everybody’s best – striving for high expectations and strong outcomes
- Leadership from everybody – contributing actively and purposefully
- Depth & breadth of knowledge – valuing expertise and continuous development
- A desire to innovate and improve – supporting ongoing improvements and development
What you will gain
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people and families
- Experience contributing to strategic governance within a specialist academy
- Access to high-quality training and development through Fortis Trust
- Insight into education leadership and system-wide working
- The opportunity to develop your own leadership and governance expertise
- The opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive team of governors
Safeguarding
Bradfields Academy and Fortis Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All governors are required to undertake appropriate safeguarding training and are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Interested in applying?
If you are interested in supporting Bradfields Academy and contributing to strong governance across SEND, safeguarding, standards and stakeholder engagement, we welcome your application.
How to apply?
To apply or request further information:
- Contact the Clerk to the Governing Board
Email: Julie Duplock – julie.duplock@fortistrust.co.uk
Or complete the Governor Application Form and return it to:
FAO Mrs Sweetlove‑Smyth
Fortis Trust
C/O Bradfields Academy
Churchill Avenue
Chatham, Kent ME5 0LB
Hard copies available via Louise Tombs
Email: louise.tombs@fortistrust.co.uk | ☎ 01634 683990
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Louise Tombs
01634 683990
louise.tombs@fortistrust.co.uk
Bradfields Academy
Open Data obtained from: Department for Education
Churchill Avenue, Chatham
Kent
ME5 0LB
Kent
ME5 0LB
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