Governance Professional (Casual / Seasonal)Flexible Governance Work That Fits Around Your Life
Are you an experienced Governance Professional looking for rewarding, flexible work that fits around your existing commitments?
Whether you're balancing family life, working in a full-time role, running your own consultancy, returning to work, or considering semi-retirement, this could be the perfect opportunity to use your skills in a meaningful role while maintaining the flexibility you value.
At EMM Governance Services Limited, we know that outstanding governance is about people as much as process. That's why we're looking for individuals who can build trust, find solutions, support effective decision-making and bring a calm, professional approach to every board they work with.
About Us
At EMM Governance Services Limited, we're passionate about supporting schools and academy trusts to thrive. We provide high-quality governance services that enable governing boards and trustees to focus on what matters most: improving outcomes for children and young people.
As a growing business with a reputation for professionalism, quality and reliability, we pride ourselves on the strong relationships we build with our clients and our team. We value our Governance Professionals as trusted experts, providing them with the support, flexibility and development opportunities they need to succeed.
Many of our Governance Professionals tell us they enjoy the flexibility, variety and purpose the role offers, alongside the chance to be part of a friendly, supportive and ambitious organisation.
The Role
As a Casual Governance Professional, you'll provide professional clerking and governance support to schools and academy trusts across our client base.
The role is primarily term-time focused, with most meetings taking place during evenings, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking work that can fit around:
- Full-time or part-time employment
- Family and caring responsibilities
- Consultancy or self-employed work
- Semi-retirement
- Other professional commitments
You'll have the flexibility to accept work that suits your availability whilst benefiting from the support of an experienced and welcoming central team.
What You'll Be Doing
- Providing professional clerking and governance support to governing boards and committees
- Preparing agendas and meeting documentation
- Attending meetings and producing high-quality minutes
- Advising boards on governance procedures and regulatory requirements
- Maintaining governance records and action logs
- Building positive relationships with school leaders, governors and trustees
- Supporting boards to operate effectively and efficiently
- Helping stakeholders navigate challenges and identify practical solutions
- Supporting constructive discussions and positive outcomes where differing views arise
What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from individuals who:
- Have governance, clerking, company secretarial or board support experience
- Are personable, approachable and professional
- Build positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Have strong organisational and administrative skills
- Are confident engaging with senior leaders, governors and trustees
- Demonstrate tact, diplomacy and discretion
- Can professionally manage challenging conversations and differing viewpoints
- Have strong conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills
- Take a proactive, solution-focused approach to problem-solving
- Remain calm, objective and professional under pressure
- Have good IT skills and can work independently
Previous governance or education sector experience is desirable, but we would also welcome applications from candidates with relevant transferable skills and experience.
Why Join EMM Governance Services Limited?
✅ Genuine flexibility that works around your life
✅ Term-time focused workload
✅ Evening meetings that fit around daytime commitments
✅ Opportunity to earn additional income alongside existing employment
✅ Supportive, friendly and experienced team
✅ Ongoing training and professional development
✅ Varied and interesting work across a range of schools and trusts
✅ Opportunity to use your professional judgment, people skills and problem-solving abilities
✅ A genuinely rewarding role that contributes to improving education
✅ The freedom of casual work combined with the support of an established and growing organisation
Interested?
If you're looking for a flexible and rewarding role where your expertise, professionalism and people skills can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
For an informal conversation or to apply, please contact [details].
Join EMM Governance Services Limited and help deliver the high-quality governance support that enables schools and trusts to succeed.
Pay: £20.00-£25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: On the road
