Every Forward Education Trust school has an Academy Community Council, or ACC, with a membership of parents, carers and community stakeholders. ACCs are Committees of the Trust Board, with an advisory role focussed on strengthening community voice and engagement.
What do ACC members do?
1. Enhance the School Offer
Support and add value to the school’s offer, informed by the School Improvement Plan (SIP).
2. Champion Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Help ensure the school community reflects and serves all children, families and stakeholders effectively.
3. Build Community Connections
Act as ambassadors for the school and develop meaningful partnerships within the school and wider community.
4. Provide Contextual Insight to the Board
Share local intelligence, community perspectives, opportunities and challenges to support Board decision-making.
5. Positively Contribute to Wellbeing
Promote the wellbeing of pupils and staff through engagement, discussion and feedback informed by surveys, pupil voice and direct involvement with the school community.
Each ACC creates a simple, annual Community Impact Plan, shaped by the school’s priorities and the opportunities identified by its members.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for people who:
· Care about education and the opportunities available to children and young people
· Bring lived experience, fresh ideas or valuable connections
· Are positive, dependable and willing to contribute
· Are committed to Leycroft Academy and supporting its pupils and families
· Can listen to different perspectives and work constructively with others
· Want to create a positive legacy for current and future pupils at Leycroft Academy
What is the commitment?
ACC members serve a four-year term of office. The role includes:
· Attending three formal meetings each year, usually one per term
· Visiting the school once a term for an agreed purpose
· Engaging with school events and activities where you can
· Completing the required induction and training in safeguarding, cyber-security and GDPR
Support and training are provided throughout the year.
Forward Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All ACC members are subject to an enhanced DBS prohibition check and identity checks prior to formal appointment.
ACC members are also required to declare their personal details which are filed with GIAS in accordance with statutory requirements.
Register Your Interest
If you are interested in joining an ACC, or finding out more about the role, please download and complete the expression of interest form below and send it to enquiry@leycroft.fet.ac