STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE 5

Governance And Leadership Why

Effective leadership and governance is paramount to the success of our organisation. The leaders of our organisation drive the culture and strategy of the MAC. Without effective leadership and governance our WHY would not be able to be achieved.

HOW

Our commitment to leadership at all levels ensures that we are meeting our charitable objectives. Through an effective governance system, we are able to secure leadership at all levels, with those serving at local level being able to focus more freely on each individual school.

Objective

To develop leadership and governance to the highest standard

Success Criteria

Year 1-2

Support recruitment and training of governors, through identification of gaps in knowledge.

Development of a communication strategy which works on a multi directional basis.

Ensuring clear ethical leadership and the Nolan Principles are fully understood and embedded.

To provide opportunities for courageous conversations and opportunities to be a critical friend. Succession planning and development opportunities are active and regularly reviewed.

Mentoring and coaching is planned and monitored.

Leaders are afforded opportunities to seek support and guidance from both within and outside of the MAC.

Success Criteria

Year 3-5

Clear strategy for governance for a period of 3 years. Early identification of barriers and recruitment needs.

Support for leaders to ensure they are equipped to meet the long term needs of the MAC and school

3-year strategy for supporting leaders through training in order to achieve MAC and school objectives.

Support for spiritual and faith formation.

Bespoke leadership performance management and coaching opportunities.

Securing the growth strategy and vision for our MAC

Continued engagement and dialogue with the Diocese Academisation Strategy.

Support for those schools identified as part of the growth strategy to engage with the MAC. Due diligence processes completed.