Director of Governance

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Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.

At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we are on an ambitious and inspiring journey of transformation and improvement. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a strong, unified organisation driven by a clear belief; every child can succeed and flourish.  

Our schools serve diverse communities across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, and we are committed to providing safe, welcoming and inspiring environments where young people and staff can thrive. 

Shape the future of Governance in our growing Multi-Academy Trust

We're seeking an experienced Director of Governance to lead governance, compliance and board effectiveness across the Trust. Reporting directly to the Chair of Trustees and the CEO, you will work closely with Trustees and senior leaders, providing expert advice, ensuring statutory compliance, and driving continuous improvement in governance practices. 

You’ll bring:

• Significant MAT governance experience
• Expert knowledge of governance and compliance requirements
• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Accredited Clerk status and Level 4 Certificate in Academy Governance qualification (or equivalent) 

We offer:

• A welcoming, collaborative and inclusive culture, supported by values-led leadership, a Trust-wide network of professionals, and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work–life balance.
• High-quality professional development opportunities, alongside clear career pathways and opportunities for progression within the Trust.
• A comprehensive employee experience, with access to health and wellbeing benefits and the support needed to achieve excellence in your role. 

Join us and play a key role in delivering robust governance that supports exceptional education. 

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list.  All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK. 

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning

Partnership

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their preemployment checks. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). 

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this, please email: Sharon Taylor at s.taylor@tapestrylearningpartnership.org 

Further details about our Trust can be found on our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership please head to the careers page to apply for this position. 

Interview date:                                              w/c 7th September 2026       

Potential Start date:                                     ASAP

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.