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Governance Officer

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time
Advert Start Date:
11/08/2025
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 01/09/2025 09:00
Salary:
NJC SCP 8-11
Job Category:
Education
Vacancy ID:
284723
Employment Location:
Seaham
Closing date:
1 Sep
Further Information
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Governance team in a thriving multi-academy trust.

Northern Lights Learning Trust is looking for 2 dedicated Governance Officer’s to provide exceptional governance support across our Trust. In this vital role, you will work closely with Trustees, Governors, Headteachers, Senior Leaders and Central Team to ensure the effective delivery of governance services.

Key responsibilities include preparing and managing governance meetings at Trustee or Local Governing Body (LGB) level, providing advice and support to trustees, governors and Headteachers, overseeing compliance at a Local Governance level with academy websites and GIAS.

The Governance Officer will also play a key role in the ongoing design and development of governance processes; ensuring the way we work provides impactful and efficient strategic, statutory and operational support. Governance experience is preferred, but not essential - if you're detail-oriented, organised, and passionate about education, we would love to hear from you!

For more information, please contact Lisa Cockburn, Chief Operating Officer on 0191 5947033 (option 2).
Please note
This job is closed for applications.