Board Member We''re looking for a Member to be part of the Trust s governance structure and ensure high standards of governance at board level.Position: Member Salary: This is a voluntary role however expenses can be paid in line with the allowances policy Location: Derby Time commitment: Around three meetings a yearAbout the role: Local Governors sit within the Trust s overall governance structure. The Department for Education sets out that in an academy trust, the purpose of governance is to provide:strategic leadershipaccountability and assurancestrategic engagementThe board has collective accountability and strategic responsibility for the trust. It has a focus on ensuring the trust delivers an excellent education to pupils while maintaining effective financial management and must ensure compliance with:the trust s charitable objectsregulatory, contractual and statutory requirementstheir funding agreementMembers ensure that the Board of Trustees and governance generally functions well. Key responsibilities will include: Directing Trustees: In rare events, Members can, by special resolution, direct Trustees to take a specific action where Trustees are unable, or unwilling to act in the best interests of the Trust.Appointing and removing Members and Trustees: Subject to the Articles of Association and Terms of References, all Members and most Trustees are appointed by existing Members.Amending the Articles of Association: Members can amend the Articles of Association (in ..... full job details .....