Make a difference in our communities, develop your professional skills and support children and young people by volunteering as a trustee for the Frank Field Education Trust.
The Frank Field Education Trust (FFET) is a multi-academy trust based in the North-West of England and West Midlands which aims to build on the work of outstanding teachers, leaders and schools within the Trust to serve schools and communities The founder of the Trust, The Rt Hon. the Lord Field of Birkenhead, served for almost 40 years as the Member of Parliament for Birkenhead. During this time, Frank has campaigned extensively for social justice and in 2010 wrote "The Foundation Years: preventing poor children becoming poor adults" report, which has become a landmark document regarding the importance of Education and Early Years care in ending disadvantage.
We are looking for trustees to help us on the next stage on our journey by shaping the Trust’s future.
Trustees serve as volunteers appointed by the Trust’s Members, typically for a four-year term. They play a crucial role in the strategic direction of the Trust, holding legal and strategic accountability. Their responsibilities include establishing the framework within which the chief executive and executive team operate on a daily basis.
What do Trustees do?
Our trustees work together to carry out their core functions:
ensuring there is clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils and the performance management of staff
overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent
ensuring the voices of stakeholders are heard (as recognised by the National Governance Association (NGA)
Why become a Trustee?
There are many benefits to becoming a trustee:
Support children and young people in our communities and be part of a team that will make a real difference in their lives;
Develop your professional skills and experience in areas such as strategic planning, chairing, policy implementation, and teamwork, all of which are valued by employers and can assist your career development and;
Build relationships and networks with other professionals in the UK.
How to Apply
To apply, please send the following to Bobby Bailey (Marketing and Communications Manager), by email Bobby.Bailey@ffet.co.uk.
A concise covering letter (no longer than two pages), addressing which role you are interested in and why you would like to become a Trustee and what you would bring to the role.
An up-to-date CV.
Names and contact details of two referees (minimum of 1 professional reference to be included. Referees will only be approached at the final stage of the process and only with your express permission).
For further information, visit www.ffet.co.uk/join-our-board
