Chair of Governors

We are seeking a dedicated individual to guide our esteemed educational institutions with expertise! We’re in search of a capable individual to undertake the pivotal role of Chair for the Longfield Academies Board. 

As Chair, you’ll spearhead the local governance of Longfield Academy and Hartley Primary Academy, and will play a crucial role in shaping the educational trajectory for young minds. 

Situated in the Longfield community, the academies serve as a beacons of educational excellence. Both Longfield Academy and Hartley Primary Academy pride themselves on fostering a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and personally, preparing them for future success. Our academies are shaping the future of our community by providing quality education and opportunities for growth. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency in management 
• Strong aptitude for team-building
• Profound commitment to youth development 
• Unwavering dedication to educational excellence. 
• Firm ties to the local community

Benefits of the Role: 

• Cultivate strategic leadership capabilities 
• Collaborate with a talented governance team
• Witness the tangible impact of your efforts
• Fulfilment in nurturing student potential

Ready to embark on this impactful journey? Submit your application today.

Being part of Leigh Academies Trust: As of 1st September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies (17 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Currently, 14 of our academies are considered to be “Outstanding” which is nearly 50% of those which have been inspected whilst part of the Trust. The Trust is establishing four ‘clusters’ of academies: North Kent; Central Kent; South East London; Medway. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider. Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website.

As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

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Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.