Information and Governance Officer

The Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership is seeking an exceptional Information Governance Officer to join our Central Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised, detail-oriented professional to play a pivotal role in ensuring excellence in governance, admissions compliance, data protection and statutory processes across our growing Trust.

Working closely with the Trust Governance Professional and Trust leadership teams, you will provide expert support and guidance to governors, trustees, school leaders and clerks, helping to ensure that our governance arrangements remain effective, compliant and responsive to the evolving educational landscape.

About the Role

As Information Governance Officer, you will lead on the operational management and continuous development of governance frameworks, information management processes, admissions compliance and data protection coordination across the Trust.

This varied and rewarding role will see you:

• Advise on governance best practice, statutory requirements and procedural compliance.
• Support the recruitment, induction, development and succession planning of governors and trustees.
• Coordinate governance training, networks and professional development opportunities.
• Provide high-quality clerking support for executive panels, hearings and governance meetings.
• Manage governance audits, compliance reviews and reporting processes.
• Oversee admissions consultation processes and ensure compliance with the School Admissions Code.
• Coordinate Freedom of Information Requests (FOIs) and Subject Access Requests (SARs).
• Support the Trust’s Data Protection Officer and Data Breach Officer in strengthening information governance processes.
• Contribute to the onboarding and integration of new schools joining the Trust.
• Monitor emerging legislative and regulatory developments and provide timely advice to senior leaders.

We are looking for a proactive, professional individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of governance and compliance., * GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent).

• Experience working within a busy administrative or office environment.
• Experience supporting committees or formal meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong digital skills, including Google Workspace and administrative systems.
• Knowledge of data protection requirements, including FOIs and SARs, or the ability to develop this expertise.
• The ability to build effective professional relationships across a range of stakeholders.
• A flexible, solution-focused approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working within education, governance, or a Multi-Academy Trust environment.
• Knowledge of academy governance, charity law, company law and the Academy Trust Handbook.
• Experience developing policies, procedures, or operational processes.
• A Level qualifications or above.
• A willingness to undertake the Level 3 Certificate in the Clerking of School and Academy Governing Boards (or equivalent).

There are many advantages to working for us. Included in your actual annual salary is generous annual leave entitlement, access to a local government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests for VDU users and employee assistance helpline. Support staff in schools can also benefit from a range of national discount schemes available to education professionals such as the Blue Light Card offering savings on shopping, travel and leisure.