Benefits of becoming an academy trustee
There are many benefits to being an academy trustee. Find out more below.
What difference will you make in the role?
Academy trustees have a huge impact on the effective governance of an academy trust. As an academy trustee, you can:
- Enhance young people’s life chances by using your experience and skills to bring fresh perspectives to the board.
- Hold executive teams accountable, ensuring students get the education they need to succeed.
- Represent diverse voices and ensure that often-overlooked groups are included in discussions.
- Contribute positively to your local community, and the communities where the academy trust operates.
- Build professional networks and acquire new skills to further benefit the board.
What are the benefits of becoming an academy trustee?
While there are myths and misconceptions surrounding the role of an academy trustee, volunteering in this position offers many benefits.
It’s a great way to gain experience in senior-level strategic decision-making, which can help advance your career. It also provides personal development opportunities, allowing you to build and improve a wide range of skills. Serving as an academy trustee can demonstrate your ability to excel in a non-executive role, contributing to a portfolio career. You can also make a huge difference to the governance of academy trusts – give back and offer significant impact through the deployment of professional skills.
Process of becoming an academy trustee
Now you've heard the benefits of being an academy trustee, why not find out about the process involved to take on the role? With the Trustee Recruitment Service, the process of becoming an academy trustee is efficient and straightforward.
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