Nottinghamshire County Council
Team Manager - Governor Services
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Team Manager - Governor Services
Team Manager – Governing Body Services
Salary: £47,181 - £52,413 per annum
Type of vacancy: Permanent | Work pattern: Full Time (37 hours/week)
Location: Meadow House, Littleworth, Nottinghamshire, NG18 2TB Working Arrangements: Hybrid
About the Department
The Children and Families Department adopts a strengths-based approach, known as "Our Nottinghamshire Approach", when working with children, young people, families, and partner agencies. We’re committed to fostering a compassionate, collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.
Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to serving our community with integrity, passion, and support.
About the Role
As Team Manager for Governing Body Services, you will lead a team providing vital advice, guidance, and support to governors within Local Authority Maintained schools across Nottinghamshire. Your role will ensure governors are informed about legislative and policy updates, while enabling senior Local Authority Officers to stay aligned with governance challenges and opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and Inspire: Manage, mentor, and motivate a team to deliver high-quality governance support to school boards.
- Stay Informed: Actively track legislative, policy, and governance changes impacting educational leadership.
- Communicate Effectively: Collaborate with senior staff and stakeholders to share governance dynamics and solutions.
- Support Development: Provide training, guidance, and best-practice strategies to empower governing bodies.
- Promote Best Practices: Champion evidence-based governance frameworks ensuring compliance and effectiveness across schools.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Drive team performance and cultural values aligned with local authority priorities
- Ensure consistent service delivery in adherence to safeguarding, safegueguarding, and child welfare standards
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Policy and Governance Support
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of education law, procurement guidelines, and governance policies
- Offer expert guidance to councillors, school leaders, and governors on risk management and legal compliance
Engagement and Training
- Design and deliver governance training workshops tailored to=Nottinghamshire’s schools
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including partnerships with local authorities and voluntary sectors
Collaboration and Relationship Management
- Work closely with Education Strategy teams, Safeguarding, and HR to align governance services
- Liaise with ** مبكرا RA authorised organisations** for best practice and innovation sharing
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Level 4 qualification or above in education, social care, child development, family systems, or a related field
- Evidence of continuous professional development, particularly in governance and safeguarding
- Demonstrated expertise in governance practices, evidence-based decision-making, financial management
- Experience in ecology and education policy frameworks
- Minimum 5+ years’ leadership experience in governance or statutory education roles
Core Skills
- Strategic problem-solving: Ability to balance compliance with innovation in governance
- Excellent communication: Fluent in written (reports, memos) and verbal (presentations, stakeholder briefings)
- Analytical competency: Measuring impact of guidance offered to governing bodies
- Emotional intelligence: Managing diverse perspectives in collaborative discussions
Desired Competencies
The following traits will strength your application:
- Leadership: Ability to set a visionary direction and cultivate high-performing teams
- Customer Care: Commitment to personalised support for governors (time-critical queries, compliance advice)
- Integrity: Demonstrated fairness, professionalism, and upholding ethical standards in decision-making
- Disability Confident: Commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces and accessibility
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Benefits at Nottinghamshire County Council
Every employee is valued and championed to grow:
- A Place to Belong – Headquarterd in an inclusive, indexes workload that prioritises family
- Hybrid Flexibility – Designed for wellbeing, with hybrid work arrangements
- Professional Growth – Access to online development platforms and leadership training
- Generous Leave & Benefits – 27 days plus holiday/wellbeing activities throughout the year
- Community Impact – Join a network of purpose-driven professionals shaping education in Nottinghamshire
Important Notes
- Application Deadline: [12 July 2026, 23:55]
- Interview Date: [3 August 2026]
For discussions:
- Direct contact with Karen Hughman – Email karen.hughman@nottscc.gov.uk or phone +44 (0)115 977 2572
Legal and Policy Commitments
- Vacancy Criteria: Appointment subject to a successful DBS check
- Disability Confident: Additional interviews guaranteed to candidates meeting minimum grade requirements
- Job Share Availability: Optionally available for eligible full-time roles
- Equality for All: Nottinghamshire County Council encourages applications irrespective of protected characteristics, including:
- Gender, marital status, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy/maternity status
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