We are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly organised Governance Professional to support the work of our Trust Board. This is a key professional role, providing expert advice, guidance and high‑quality administrative support to ensure the effective operation of governance across the Trust. The post is suited to someone with prior experience of education governance, who is confident working with trustees and senior leaders and who brings strong knowledge of governance frameworks, compliance and best practice. A governance qualification is desirable.

The role offers flexible part time working arrangements, typically 2–3 days per week, across the full year. There is no fixed working hours as hours may vary depending on governance activity and meeting cycles. We offer a hybrid working model, combining time at our Trust central office in Cheshire East, visits to our schools, and home‑based working. Most meetings are held in person at the Trust Office, located at Poynton High School, with a small number conducted virtually. The role requires flexibility around meeting cycles, with some evening meetings, balanced across the working week.

This role does not include routine clerking of meetings, as dedicated clerking support is in place. On occasion, the postholder may provide limited ad hoc clerking support for additional or exceptional meetings.

The postholder will work closely with the Chair and Chief Executive Officer and will also play a key role in supporting schools as they join the Trust in future.

The Governance Professional role is offered on a part-time basis of 2–3 days per week. For candidates seeking additional hours, there may be scope to discuss further responsibilities in relation to executive support, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, which could, over time, lead to a full-time role.

At True Learning Partnership, we’re proud to support our staff both in and outside of work. We’re committed to your wellbeing, professional growth, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Our benefits package includes a wide range of support and resources, such as wellbeing tools, a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), learning and development opportunities, and access to discounts on everyday spending and lifestyle services.

True Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and preventing extremism; all staff must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and obtain any other statutorily required clearance. Employment will also be conditional on the receipt of at least two acceptable references (one of which must be from the current/latest employer) and evidence of the formal qualifications required for the role.

Applications should be submitted via the application form on My New Term. Your supporting statement should clearly set out the skills, experience, knowledge and personal qualities you would bring to the role, and how these align with the vision and values of True Learning.