Senior Governance Partner
| Posting date: | 18 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Grade: BB07 - Please see advert. |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2025 |
| Location: | Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE4 9YH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1493832 |
Summary
Senior Governance Partner Required: 1st September 2025Grade: BB07FTE Salary: £35,235 - £38,626 per annum pro rata, actual £29,543 - £32,386 per annumThe Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust (BBCET) is a group of 34 primary schools and five high schools across three local authorities (Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland). At BBCET we want to ensure that all children in our schools experience the best education possible. Governance plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the Trust and its schools function effectively, and is essential for maintaining trust, achieving organisational goals and ensuring the best outcomes for pupils.
In order to strengthen our governance offer, we are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking person to join us in the role of Senior Governance Partner. The successful candidate in this new role will become involved in all aspects of governance across our busy and vibrant Trust. As Senior Governance Partner, you will work with the Head of Governance to co-ordinate governance at the local level, so experience of being a lead clerk or co-ordinating governance across a number of schools would be an advantage. The role would suit someone motivated and driven who is keen to be instrumental in the development of this important area of work.
Part time applications are welcome and there is significant flexibility in terms of working hours in this role. Successful candidates will be able to work in a hybrid manner, with some time spent in the Trust offices as well as the option to work from home. The job will also involve some evening working at agreed times, as well as regular travel to the schools in your portfolio. Please give an indication of your preferences around working hours on your application form.
You will need to have excellent administrative and people skills, the ability to communicate effectively and a high standard of written English. You should have a keen eye for detail and be capable of building relationships in an approachable and professional manner. You will also have a good understanding of school governance, the ability to gather and consolidate information from multiple sources, and be highly organised.An excellent benefits package is offered including the following:
• A competitive salary
• Access to training and support
• Enhanced sick pay of up to 26 weeks full pay (after qualifying period)
• Eligible to be part of the Local Government pension scheme (current employer contribution rate of 18.1%).
• Family friendly BBCET policies and practices that promote health and wellbeing
• Access to car lease, bike to work and local travel pass salary sacrifice scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and the protection of all our pupils, therefore the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.Interviews: Friday 4 July
In order to strengthen our governance offer, we are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking person to join us in the role of Senior Governance Partner. The successful candidate in this new role will become involved in all aspects of governance across our busy and vibrant Trust. As Senior Governance Partner, you will work with the Head of Governance to co-ordinate governance at the local level, so experience of being a lead clerk or co-ordinating governance across a number of schools would be an advantage. The role would suit someone motivated and driven who is keen to be instrumental in the development of this important area of work.
Part time applications are welcome and there is significant flexibility in terms of working hours in this role. Successful candidates will be able to work in a hybrid manner, with some time spent in the Trust offices as well as the option to work from home. The job will also involve some evening working at agreed times, as well as regular travel to the schools in your portfolio. Please give an indication of your preferences around working hours on your application form.
You will need to have excellent administrative and people skills, the ability to communicate effectively and a high standard of written English. You should have a keen eye for detail and be capable of building relationships in an approachable and professional manner. You will also have a good understanding of school governance, the ability to gather and consolidate information from multiple sources, and be highly organised.An excellent benefits package is offered including the following:
• A competitive salary
• Access to training and support
• Enhanced sick pay of up to 26 weeks full pay (after qualifying period)
• Eligible to be part of the Local Government pension scheme (current employer contribution rate of 18.1%).
• Family friendly BBCET policies and practices that promote health and wellbeing
• Access to car lease, bike to work and local travel pass salary sacrifice scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and the protection of all our pupils, therefore the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.Interviews: Friday 4 July