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Vacancy summary Tove Learning Trust is a highly successful and growing multi‑academy trust serving around 11,000 pupils across 15 primary, secondary and alternative provision schools in Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes and the West Midlands, supported by approximately 1,745 staff and operating with an annual budget of £111m. As the Trust approaches its 10‑year anniversary, it is seeking an experienced HR professional to join its Trust Board and help shape the next phase of its development. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute strategic expertise at board level, support schools serving diverse and often high‑need communities, and make a meaningful, values‑driven impact on the life chances of thousands of children while developing experience in a senior non‑executive governance role within a strong, well‑established organisation. Skills • HR/Careers/Employability Establishment Information Address: NN7 2LP Website: Type of establishment: Multi-academy trust Usual start time of meeting: Main board meetings are every half term, 6 per year (5 remote and 1 in person). 3 x Pay and Personnel Committee meetings per year (remote). What does the role include? As a trustee/director your key responsibilities are to ensure clarity of vision, ethos, and strategic direction; to hold executive leaders to account – both for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils and the effective and efficient performance management of staff; and to oversee the organisation’s financial performance to ensure its funds are directed to the best possible educational outcomes for young people. By volunteering as a trustee/director you will be responsible for contributing to the strategic decision-making of the board, helping the trust to realise immediate and long-term goals, and ultimately ensuring transparency, accountability, and challenge. What are the benefits? Volunteering on an academy trust board is a meaningful way to shape young people’s futures and strengthen education in your community. Trustees play a vital role in setting strategic direction and holding executive leaders to account — ensuring schools deliver the best outcomes. Alongside making a tangible impact, you’ll gain valuable experience in senior-level decision-making. This is a great opportunity to support your career development, build a non-executive portfolio, and give back to education. Further information: You can also find out more public information about the Trust on the Get Information About Schools Page https://www.get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/Search?SelectedTab=Groups Tove Learning Trust reference number is 16243 The following webpage also provide useful information and reading to any potential trustee: https://governorsforschools.org.uk/trs/resources-for-academy-trustees/ If you have any questions before applying, please contact our Trustee Recruitment Team on [email protected] Trustee/Director NN7 2LP Can’t find your next role? We have thousands more on our system. Complete a general application and we’ll match you with the right opportunity. Have a board vacancy? We help schools and academy trusts build exceptional boards. Explore our services below to find the right fit for your recruitment needs.