WELCOME ABOUT BDAT OUR ACADEMIES BDAT BUSINESS EMPLOYER OF CHOICE NEWS CONTACT US Governor Opportunities BDAT is a Diocesan Multi Academy Trust. We work with our schools to provide a network of support and challenge; working together we can achieve our vision of improved outcomes and results for our children and young people. We are looking for civic-minded and skilled individuals like you to champion and challenge our work. This is your chance to make a difference! Taking on a Governor role is not only a fantastic way to support our Academies, the teachers and students but it’s also a brilliant investment in your own development. There are very few opportunities that allow you to both share your professional expertise and broaden your skills and experiences, all without attending a traditional training course. We are currently looking for new Governors within our schools. Please click on the links below for further details. Governance Opportunities Information for Prospective Governors BDAT Governance FAQ Competency Framework for Governance Governance Handbook 2020 The Essential Trustee What do we need from you? We want your skills, strategic thinking and willingness to challenge and push us harder. We believe in effective and independent governance at Trust and local academy level. We could really do with you on one of our Local Governing Bodies. We are looking for skills/expertise in finance, strategy, law, HR, data analysis, risk management, health and safety, and marketing. And we have scope for new governors in our academies. Experience of the education sector would be a bonus but is certainly not essential. Joining one of our Local Governing Bodies would involve you in: 2-3 meetings per term, three terms a year – meetings take place at the academy and dates/times are scheduled around members’ availability as far as possible 2–3 classroom visits or similar per year during school hours. Occasional other events e.g. to meet parents or governors from other schools What will you get out of it? Aside from the buzz of making a difference to young people? You can: Develop/broaden/deepen your expertise in another context Team-building and team-working skills Network with other professionals and community leaders Apply to be a Governor It is recommended that, to support your application, you familiarise yourself with the ‘The Governance Handbook and ‘Competency Framework for Governance’ both available on the BDAT Governance Opportunities section of the BDAT website. Personal Details Name * First Last Home Address * Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal Code Nationality * Parish at which you worship: (if applicable) Preferred daytime contact number: * Preferred evening contact number: * Email Address * Current or most recent employment or voluntary role Position or title * Dates of employment: * Organisation name, address and telephone number: * Brief description of duties: * Are you currently, or have you been a governor at another school or organisation? Please circle as appropriate. * YesNo Relevant training or CPD Please give details of training and other CPD that may support your application. Details Link to Governance Date Completed Details Link to Governance Date Completed Details Link to Governance Date Completed Details Link to Governance Date Completed Governance is a collective responsibility and governing boards are made up of people who bring a diverse range of skills, knowledge and experience. Effective governance requires the following skills and knowledge to be present in the membership of the board. No single governor is expected to have experience in all the areas outlined below, and training and a full induction will be provided. Please indicate your areas of skill and knowledge below. Skills and knowledge Strategic leadership Human resources Setting organisational culture, values and ethos Experience of external accountability Decision-making Building an effective team Collaborative working with key stakeholders Working within statutory and contractual requirements Risk management Self-review and evaluation Analysis of data Managing and developing teams Financial management and monitoring Legal knowledge Procurement and contracting Community engagement Marketing/PR Governance Education Health and safety Premises management Project management Understanding of governance Please provide a brief summary of your understanding of the role of a school governor. This information will not be used to assess your application but will enable the Board to identify the level of support and information new governors may need: Reasons for applying Please outline your reasons for showing an interest in becoming a school governor at a BDAT school: Suitability for the role of governor Have you ever been removed from the membership of a governing board or board of directors? Please circle as appropriate. * YesNo Do you have any criminal convictions? * YesNo Please note, all Trustees are required to undertake an enhanced DBS check within 21 days of appointment. Confirmation statement I confirm that the information provided in this application form is accurate and that I have not and will not withhold information from any representative of BDAT. I confirm that I am not disqualified from holding office for any of the reasons as set out in The School Governance (Constitution)(England) Regulations 2012 (please see appendix 1). Signature * Date * How did you find out about the vacancy of governor? * Preferred school (if applicable): References Please provide the names and addresses of two people who know you well and can provide confirmation of the information included in this application. Please include, where possible, your current or last employer or organisation you have most recently volunteered with. Referee 1 Referee name: * Organisation: * Address * Contact number: * Email * Relationship to you: * Referee 2 Referee name: Organisation: Address Email Contact number: Relationship to you: Data protection The Trust will process the data collected in this form in accordance with the GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. For further information about how the Trust will process your data, please see our Privacy Notice. SEND APPLICATION For further information please contact: governance@bdat-academies.org or phone 01274 909120. 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