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Job description

What will you be doing?

As governor, trustee and director, you will have an active role in setting strategic direction and overseeing the educational performance, management and financial health of the school and the charity.

We are particularly looking for individuals with a background in residential care or safeguarding as well as those who have experience in the areas of deaf education and finance. We will however consider applications from those with a passion for what we do who do not have any of these areas of expertise, and especially those with prior trustee experience, will be actively considered.

Most governor/trustees attend two or three meetings a term, generally Monday to Friday during the working day, either online or in person. Additionally, visits into school are organised on a termly basis. Each term of office is for four years and can be renewed twice.

What are we looking for?

  • Experience in education, SEND provision, health/social care
  • Experience / knowledge of charity and/or school governance
  • Knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks
  • Financial, legal, or HR expertise
  • Marketing, Social Media or Fundraising 

What difference will you make?

Key responsibilities and areas of impact include:

Governance and Compliance
Strategic Leadership
Educational Oversight
Financial Stewardship
Risk and Assurance
Advocacy and Ambassadorship

Closing Date for Applications: 6th March 2026.

If you are interested in joining this happy and thriving school and would like to find out more then please select the 'redirect to recruiter' link at the top of the page.


 

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Organisation
Mary Hare School View profile Organisation type Registered Charity
Posted on: 06 February 2026
Closing date: 06 March 2026 at 14:55
Tags: Finance, Advocacy, Compliance / Quality, Education, Risk Management, Strategy, Governance / Management

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