iturn0image0Cheshire Academies Trust (CAT) is a dynamic multi-academy trust comprising ten primary schools and one special school across Cheshire and the Wirral. Founded on the principles of care, collaboration, and creativity, CAT is committed to delivering excellence for all learners, with a particular focus on disadvantaged and SEND pupils. The Trust fosters a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging schools to maintain their unique identities while benefiting from shared expertise and resources. Through its Teaching School and SEND Hub, CAT provides ongoing professional development and support, ensuring that every child receives a high-quality, inclusive education.

At the heart of CAT's mission is the belief that expert teaching and empowered leadership are key to raising standards and improving outcomes. The Trust invests deeply in staff development, promoting innovative practices and evidence-based strategies to enhance learning experiences. By building leadership capacity at all levels and fostering a collaborative environment, CAT aims to create a unified yet diverse educational community where every pupil can thrive.

Purpose of Governance:

-   Trustees work together to provide:

-        -   Strategic leadership

-        -   Accountability and assurance

-        -  Strategic engagement

 What is the Commitment Required?

Trustees should ensure that they are making a positive and meaningful contribution to the board by:

-   attending meetings typically 6 full board meetings each year plus additional committee meetings (usually an additional four times per year) reading papers and            preparing questions for the senior executive leader in advance

·       -     undertaking duties in a manner that reflects CAT values and ethos and to uphold the ‘Seven Principles of Public Life’ (Nolan Principles)

-    establishing and maintaining professional relationships with senior executive leaders and colleagues on the board of trustees

-    getting to know schools within the trust, including visiting occasionally during school hours

-    undertaking induction training and developing knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis

Expenses

Whilst the role of trustee is a voluntary one, Cheshire Academies Trust has an expenses policy.  Trustees are able to claim incidental expenses, such as travel and dependency care but not loss of earnings.

Equity and Diversity

Cheshire Academies Trust is committed to equity and diversity and would welcome applications from under-represented groups.

What impact the opportunity will have?

This is an opportunity to be involved with a highly respected charitable organisation which is in the forefront of education in the North West. You will contribute to delivering excellent standards of governance which will impact on our children, parents and our wider school communities. 

Further Information 

Further information can be found in the attached information pack.