Non-Elected Governor

This rolerequires attendance at board meetings and occasional school visits (usually termly). Full induction and training provided.

Required

1st September 2025

Required

1st September 2025

About the role:

We are looking for Non-Elected Governors in our following schools: Chipping Ongar Primary School, High Ongar Primary School , Ongar Primary School and The Ongar Primary School (Ongar), Moulsham High School and Mildmay Primary School (Chelmsford), and the Acorn Academy (Witham)

As a Non-Elected Governor, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of governance, oversight, and accountability across our schools. You'll work with fellow board members to shape the Trust's vision, support school leaders, and ensure every child in our care receives the best possible education.

What we're looking for:

• A strong commitment to education and the success of all learners
• Strategic thinking and sound judgment
• Integrity, objectivity, and a willingness to speak up and challenge where necessary
• Be part of a dedicated and passionate team
• Gain valuable experience in governance and leadership

Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to The Bridge Academy Trust on the email address provided below.

Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made via email.

or alternatively telephone our recruitment team:

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to DBS clearance and satisfactory references. If successful, an enhanced DBS check would be sought.

Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.

About Bridge Central Team

Bridge Academy Trust is a collegiate and collaborative Trust comprising of 11 schools, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of high quality learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.

Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.

Bridge Central Team
Community Building
Brian Close
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 9DZ