Salary: £35,570 - £39,481 FTE (Actual salary £31,995 - £35,513)
Grade: I SCP 23 - 27
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time
Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire, Northern Star Academies Trust
About us
Northern Star Academies Trust
We are a mission-driven Multi-Academy Trust, with an unwavering commitment to nurture learning in a sustainable environment so that our whole community can thrive, aspire and succeed. We offer access to a professional and supportive community of academies, fellow senior leaders, and mentors to help develop and progress your career. Each school in our Trust is unique and all our primary and secondary academies are rated ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete your candidate profile via the Every Portal HERE
Please fully complete and submit the application form before the closing date.
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Please refer to our child protection and safeguarding policy and our policy on the employment of ex-offenders (included in the Safer Recruitment Policy)
https://www.nsat.org.uk/information-policies/item/5/policies
Job Description
Northern Star Academies Trust is seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Governance Professional to join our small expert governance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting high-quality governance across our Trust and making a real impact on our strategic success.
About the role
Working closely with the Governance Lead, you will deliver a first-class governance support service, ensuring compliance, best practice, and efficient governance operations across the Trust. This is a varied position combining governance, compliance, and high-level administration, where your judgement, professionalism, and attention to detail will be essential.
Key responsibilities
- Provide expert advice to Trustees and governance stakeholders on legal, constitutional, and procedural matters
- Ensure the Trust meets all statutory and regulatory requirements
- Plan and manage governance meetings, including agenda setting, attendance, and minute-taking
- Maintain accurate and compliant records, ensuring policy adherence
- Monitor developments in legislation and governance best practice
- Support recruitment, induction, and training of governance members
- Coordinate hearings and panels (e.g., complaints, exclusions, disciplinary matters)
- Provide guidance on data protection, FOI, and subject access requests
- Ensure school websites and policies remain compliant and up to date
- Build strong communication systems across all levels of governance
About you
We are looking for a professional who:
- Has strong knowledge or experience of governance, compliance, or regulatory frameworks
- Demonstrates excellent organisational and communication skills
- Can provide clear, impartial, and well-informed advice
- Is highly discreet, with the ability to handle confidential information
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and manages competing priorities effectively
- Is flexible, with the ability to attend occasional evening meetings and travel within the Trust
Please download the job description and person specification for more information about the role, and to check you meet the essential criteria.
If you have any questions, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]
Safeguarding
Northern Star Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Excellent CPD opportunities
Maternity, - d Parental, Paternity, and Adoption pay.
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Key Dates:
Application Deadline: Sunday, 5th July 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 9th July
Expected Working Start Date: 1st September
Key Documents:
Job Description.pdf
Person Specification.pdf
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