Nottinghamshire County Council
Team Manager - Governor Services
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Team Manager - Governor Services
Team Manager (Governing Body Services) – £47,181 - £52,413 (Grade 5), Permanent, Full-Time (37 hrs/week), Hybrid, Meadow House, Littleworth, NG18 2TB
Closing Date: 12 July 2026, 23:55 Interview Date: 3 August 2026
About Nottinghamshire County Council & Our Approach
The Children and Families Department operates with a strengths-based approach—known as Our Nottinghamshire Approach—fostering collaboration between its teams, children, young people, families, and partner agencies.
Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where compassion and commitment drive positive change for families in Nottinghamshire.
The Role – Team Manager (Governing Body Services)
This key leadership position leads a team providing expert advice, guidance, and support to the governors of Local Authority Maintained schools. Your responsibilities will include:
✔ Ensuring governors are informed of key legislative and policy changes affecting governance. ✔ Liaising with senior Local Authority Officers to document challenges, opportunities, and governance trends across Nottinghamshire. ✔ Motivating and managing a team to deliver high-quality support to school governing bodies. ✔ Providing indispensable insights to senior officers on governance dynamics. ✔ Promoting best practices in education governance and supporting continuous professional development.
A self-motivated leader with strong knowledge of the education sector is crucial for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
- Manage, inspire, and develop a team to deliver excellent support to school governors.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.
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Legislative & Policy Awareness
- Actively track changes in legislation and policy affecting school governance.
- Ensure the most recent guidance is shared with stakeholders.
Strategic Communication & Collaboration
- Act as a liaison between governors, senior Local Authority Officers, and partner agencies.
- Share insights and developments on governance challenges and opportunities.
Governor Support & Training
- Enhance the capabilities of governing bodies through targeted advice, training, and best-practice sharing.
- serves as a trusted advisor on decision-making, safeguarding, and governance strategies.
Policy Implementation & Compliance
- Ensure alignment between governance practices and council policies, legislation, and safeguarding requirements.
Requirements
Education & Professional Qualifications
- A relevant qualification at Level 4 or above (e.g., education, social care, child development, or family systems).
- Demonstrated record of continuous professional development.
Expertise
- Strong knowledge of governance, education policy, and safeguarding standards.
- Proficiency in risk management and budgetary governance.
Soft Skills
- , problem-solving, and customer care to deliver outstanding service.
- Ability to drive improvements in governance practices.
Desirable & Preferred Attributes
- Understanding of school management structures.
- Experience in advisory or leadership positions within the education sector.
- Strong ability to simplify complex information for non-specialist audiences.
Person Specification
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We seek candidates who embody the following behaviours:
✅ Leadership – Ability to set direction, strategise, and motivate a team. ✅ Communication – Strong verbal/written skills and clear reporting. ✅ Problem-Solving – Analytical mindset for resolving governance challenges. ✅ Customer Care – Dedication to exceptional service for governors and stakeholders. ✅ Integrity – Commitment to fairness, respect, and ethical decision-making.
Why Join Nottinghamshire County Council?
✔ A Place to Belong – We foster an inclusive, supportive culture where everyone says valued. ✔ Work-Life Balance – Flexible hybrid working supports a healthy workforce. ✔ Career Growth – Invested in learning and development to elevate your skills. ✔ Generous Leave – Plus paid bank holidays and England closure days. ✔ Community Impact –
Next Steps
** Preliminary informal details with Karen LF Hughman** 📞 0115 977 2572 📧 karen.hughman@nottscc.gov.uk
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Nottinghamshire County Council’s commitment:
- Accredited Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
- We make interview guarantees if you meet or exceed our criteria and disclose a disability.
- Offer a job share scheme for all eligible full-time roles.
- Safeguarding is a core principle – all staff undergo appropriate vetting.
Equality & Diversity
An inclusive culture is the foundation of this organisation. We encourage applications from:
🌍 All candidates regardless of race, gender, age, disability, marital status, religion, belief, sexual orientation, or age.
To apply and be part of a team that makes a lasting difference, apply today!**
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