Trust Director (Foundation) at Little Way Catholic Educational Trust

57 Days Remaining

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/LWCET/17817

Location

Pure Offices, Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6SH

Contract Type

Not Applicable

Contract Term

Not Applicable

Salary

Voluntary, with a realistic time perspective of upto 10 hours per month

Closing Date

Midnight, Mon 31st Aug, 2026

Start Date

ASAP

Positions Available

Positions Available 3

Interview Date(s)

ASAP upon relevant skill set

Interview Date(s) ASAP upon relevant skill set

About this Role

WHAT DOES A FOUNDATION DIRECTOR DO?

Foundation Directors help ensure that the Trust remains faithful to its Catholic mission, provides strong education for pupils, keeps children safe, uses public money responsibly, manages risk effectively, supports and challenges senior leaders, plans well for growth and sustainability, and makes decisions in the best interests of all schools in the Trust.

WHO MIGHT THIS SUIT?

Someone committed to Catholic education; someone who can think strategically; someone who asks thoughtful, constructive questions; someone who works well as part of a team; someone with professional or community experience to offer; someone who wants to make a difference across more than one school

DO I NEED TO BE CATHOLIC?

ractising Catholics are especially encouraged to consider the role. Others with relevant skills and a commitment to supporting the Catholic character of the Trust may also be considered. Foundation Directors are appointed through the Diocese and are required to give a written undertaking to the Diocesan Bishop to uphold the Objects of the Company.

TIME COMMITMENT?

The role typically needs up to 10 hours per month and involves a mix of Trust Board meetings, committee meetings, occasional panels, training and induction, preparation and reading time, and occasional link or

assurance activity. Meetings are held through a mix of online and hybrid arrangements. Committee meetings are usually online.

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