Lead Governance Professional

East Anglian Schools’ Trust (EAST) is looking to appoint an individual to coordinate and support governance in the Trust. The successful applicant may have experience of governance in some capacity or be willing to train to establish a new career path.

The post holder will join the Central Team as part of EAST’s Operations Team, benefiting from the support and expertise of colleagues across key areas of Trust operations, including compliance, communications, digital systems, training, and executive coordination. Within this collaborative structure, the post holder will serve as the governance lead, providing specialist knowledge, strategic advice, and professional leadership on all governance matters across the Trust.

East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) is a Multi Academy Trust serving Farlingaye High School, Kesgrave High School, Bungay High School, Castle East School, EAST SCITT, Holbrook Academy and Aldeburgh, Wickham Market, Easton, Leiston, Kyson and Saxmundham Primary schools.

East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks are required for all posts.