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Are you passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful impact in your community? We are seeking a new board member to join our primary school academy trust. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute your skills and experience to help shape the future of our schools and support our mission of providing high-quality, inclusive education for all pupils.
As a board member, you will play a vital role in ensuring our governance is effective, transparent, and aligned with our strategic goals. You’ll work alongside fellow board members to:
- provide strategic leadership – help define our vision, foster a positive culture, and set long-term strategy.
- ensure accountability and oversight – support robust governance and monitor performance.
- engage with stakeholders – ensure decisions are informed by meaningful dialogue with our school communities.
We welcome applicants who:
- are committed to good governance and ethical decision-making.
- communicate effectively and enjoy working collaboratively.
- are willing to dedicate time and energy to support our schools and communities.
Why join us?
This is a chance to use your expertise for good. By having impact on an organisation that supports thousands of pupils and hundreds of staff, you’ll gain:
- Board‑level experience
- Strategic influence across a multi-site organisation
- The opportunity to make a tangible difference in local communities
- A purposeful role where your insight helps children and staff thrive
How to apply
If you’re interested, please send your CV and a brief expression of interest to:
office@extendlearning.org or complete our online form.
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Become a Member or Non-executive Director/Trustee
Non-Executive Director / Trustee (Legal Expertise)
Weston-super-Mare BS24 8BH
Approx. 4–8 hours per month | Voluntary role
10 meetings per academic year plus trust/school visitsMake a strategic impact where it matters most
Are you a legal professional who wants to use your expertise for real social impact?
Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) brings together nine highly inclusive primary schools across North Somerset in a progressive, collaborative trust. All of our schools support a high number of SEND pupils from a range of communities, including some of the most disadvantaged neighbourhoods in the country. This diversity shapes who we are and drives our commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and opportunity for every child.
We are seeking a trustee with legal expertise to provide valuable insight at board level, supporting us to maintain strong governance, uphold our values, and deliver our purpose.
What you’ll do
As a trustee with legal expertise, you will contribute to the trust’s long-term strategy and support the trust to operate with integrity, strong accountability, and sound judgement. You will:
- Provide legal insight – support the board in understanding legal duties, regulatory requirements, and best practice.
- Strengthen compliance – help ensure the trust meets its statutory and regulatory obligations.
- Support decision-making – offer scrutiny, challenge and advice on contracts, policies, and strategic decisions.
- Advise senior leaders – act as a sounding board for the CEO and leadership team on any legal matters affecting the organisation.
About you
We’re looking for an experienced legal professional from private practice, in-house, public sector, or charity law — we welcome diverse perspectives.
You’ll bring:
✔ Legal expertise to support the trust operate within charity and company law and regulatory guidance
✔ Strong understanding of legal risk, regulation, and accountability
✔ Constructive challenge and independent judgement at Board level
✔ Excellent communication and influencing skills
✔ A values-driven approach aligned with our charitable purpose
✔ A strong moral compassWhy join us?
This is a chance to use your professional expertise to make a meaningful difference. By having impact on an organisation that supports thousands of pupils and hundreds of staff, you’ll gain:
Board-level experience
Strategic influence across a multi-site organisation
Experience contributing to an organisation with significant social purpose
A rewarding role where your expertise helps strengthen outcomes for children and communities
How to apply
If you’re interested, please send your CV and a brief expression of interest to:
office@extendlearning.org or complete our online form:
