Trustee Academy Trust - Volunteer

Trustee for Social, Emotional, Mental Health Academy Trust (North East of England)

Trustees play a vital role in ensuring The Trust achieves its strategic vision. They have overall management of the Trust and provide support, ideas, and constructive challenges to the CEO and ELT. As a Trustee you will be able to develop professional skills in strategic planning, chairing, policy implementation, and teamwork.

No previous experience is required; we welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds. The ideal candidate may have one or more of the following:

• Experience of the education sector and/or further education
• An understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
• Advanced financial/accounting skills
• An understanding of adolescent mental health

Our Board is chaired by Michael McHugh and consists of seven Trustees. We plan to add 2-3 more to strengthen skills, experience, and diversity. As a Trustee, you will work in partnership with the CEO to set the strategic direction of the Trust, challenge senior leaders, and advance the Trust as an excellent example of alternative provision.