Membership of Our Board

Our Directors are recruited for an initial period of 4 years.

Board members (except for CEO) normally appointed for a period of four years which can be extended by another four years by agreement and then a further two years in exceptional circumstances which must be accounted for.

1. Chair to be elected annually from amongst Board members
2. Default Chair is the CEO who will facilitate the election of the Chair
3. Meeting half termly and providing minutes of each meeting to the trustees and following a structured schedule to ensure proper coverage of all elements of the Board.
4. All appointed Board members must be acceptable to the Church of England and fulfil at least two of the following criteria:
   - Are sympathetic to the aims and objectives of a Christian foundation for the education of children
   - Have demonstrable links to a  Christian denomination that is recognised by the UK Churches Together organisation
   - Have direct links with at least one of the communities served by the schools in the Trust
5. As well as one of the following criteria:
   - Can demonstrate substantial experience that prepares them for the proposed role
   - Have never been disqualified from holding the role of company director
6. And are willing to be examined in these matters prior to appointment by at least providing a CV and, if required references.
7. The Board has the responsibility of considering if reasonable expenses should be paid to Trust or Board members and at what rates.
8. The Board will be required to create appropriate sub groups in order to comply with statutory requirements.