Governance
Aims
To ensure that governance in all schools supports leaders to maintain high standards and support the best possible outcomes for all children.
Benefits for BWMAT schools
- Governance support from a team of dedicated and experienced governance professionals
- Support and development for governors to develop their roles and expertise
- A governance framework which provides clear guidance on the governance activities to be undertaken and the development of the skills necessary to support these activities.
What you can expect from us
- Access to expert advice and support on governance
- Clarity about what great governance looks like in the Trust – and the support to meet these expectations
- Access to training and development opportunities that reflect the expectations of our governance model
- Opportunities to network and share governance practice across the Trust
- A clear and collaborative Scheme of Delegation
- Regular updates for Head Teachers and Governors about governance developments
What we expect from you
- Commitment to support the Trust’s model of governance
- Understanding of what is involved in governance in a Trust
- Willingness to give the time and engagement necessary to develop great governance
- Honesty, integrity, transparency, objectivity and accountability from all those involved in governance
- Willingness to have courageous conversations on behalf of the children in your school