TRUSTEE AT ASPIRE ACADEMIES TRUST

Aspire Academies Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) currently consisting of six thriving primary schools across Hemel Hempstead and Watford with aspirations to expand. We support over 2,500 pupils and employ more than 350 dedicated staff members. We are currently seeking new Trustees to join our Board.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a strategic, non-operational governance role. Trustees work collectively to ensure the Trust delivers the best outcomes for children, by focusing on:

• Setting the vision, ethos, and strategic direction of the Trust
• Holding executive leaders to account for educational and operational performance
• Overseeing the financial performance of the Trust, ensuring public funds are used effectively

As a Trustee, you help ensure Aspire does the right things, for the right people, in the right way. Governance ensures – management does.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The opportunity to develop your strategic thinking and leadership skills
• Access to free, high-quality training in governance and education
• A sense of personal fulfilment from making a positive impact on the lives of children
• Supportive collaboration with a professional, experienced Board of Trustees

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We welcome applications from individuals who bring:

• Enthusiasm, commitment, and a willingness to learn
• Experience or interest in Education, Finance, IT or Legal fields (helpful, but not essential)

You do not need prior experience in the education sector, just the energy and capacity to contribute meaningfully.

We are keen for our Board to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve across Hemel Hempstead and Watford. We warmly encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds and with a wide range of lived experiences.

PRACTICAL DETAILS

This is a voluntary, unpaid position. The Board meets regularly throughout the school year (currently monthly plus additional committee meetings), mostly during working hours with some morning and evening meetings. Most meetings are held virtually, minimising the need to travel.

Trustees are expected to:

• Attend meetings
• Read and comment on reports, papers and policies in advance of meetings
• Support and challenge the executive team in line with Aspires vision and values
• Visit link schools annually

Interested?

Please submit your interest on our Governance Application form by 30th April 2026 - CLICK HERE
(Please use the form above and do not submit an application on My New Term as this is used for employee candidates)

Following shortlisting, applicants will be invited to interview so you can find out more about us and we can find out more about you with representatives from the Board.

We’d love to hear from you. For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:
Lynn Taylor, Senior HR Officer – ltaylor@aspireacademies.org.uk | 07398 140241

Aspire Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  All Trustees are subject to an enhanced DBS check and must provide suitable references.

Aspire Academies Trust is an equal opportunities organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.