Head of Governance at Evolution Academy Trust

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/EAT/46319

Location

Suite Gf6, Roxburgh House, Rosebury Business Park Mentmore Way, Poringland, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 7XP

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£39,862.00 - £41,771.00 Annually (FTE)
J29 – J31 pro rata

Hours Per Week

14 hours per week – some flexibility

Weeks Per Year

Term time plus 1 week

Closing Date

9:00am, Wed 22nd Jul, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

Initial brief Teams calls 27/7, in-person interviews 30/7 in Poringland, Norwich

Interview Date(s) Initial brief Teams calls 27/7, in-person interviews 30/7 in Poringland, Norwich

About this Role

Head of Governance - Evolution Academy Trust
Permanent - 14 hours per week – some flexibility
Grade: J29 – J31 – pro rata
Start date: September 2026

On behalf of Evolution Academy Trust, thank you for your interest in this role of Head of Governance.

Our Trust is in an exciting position having had its best year across all its core metrics with all 12 of it schools in a strong position to grow. We are now seeking a dedicated Head of Governance to join our team and take us to the next phase of our journey - from Good to Great! You will have a thorough induction, strong network of support, incredible professional development, and you will be part of a fantastic primary multi-academy trust.

If you wish to arrange an informal conversation, please email l.brockett@evolutionacademytrust.org.uk.

Please refer to the job description and recruitment pack for full person specification.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Evolution Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you will be required to undergo pre‐employment checks, including a social media search. This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and a successful applicant would be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Why work for us?

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. We’re open to flexible working arrangements for roles where suitable. Please include your preferred working hours in your application for consideration.

Contact Details

  Lisa Brockett
  01603 981215
  L.Brockett@evolutionacademytrust.org.uk

Evolution Academy Trust would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings: