School governors play a vital role in supporting and challenging school leaders to ensure every child receives the best possible education. Governors help shape the school's strategic direction, monitor performance, oversee finances, and make sure decisions are always in the best interests of children.
You don't need to be an education expert. We welcome people from all backgrounds who can bring their skills, experience, enthusiasm, and fresh perspectives to the role.
The role involves attending governing board meetings, reading papers in advance, and taking an active interest in the life of the school by pre-arranged visits during the day. Training and ongoing support are provided.
Skills
No specialist background is required to become a governor. While experience in areas such as strategic leadership, finance, education, HR or safeguarding can be valuable, it is not essential. An interest in the school’s long-term success, a willingness to ask thoughtful questions, and the confidence to both support and challenge constructively are all important qualities.
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
18+ - Current Driving Licence
- DBS check needed
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Recruitment Process
- Suitable for under 16s
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
The school subscribes to Hampshire Services for Schools where there is access to unlimited Vitual and ELearning, including the mandatory Hampshire governor induction training. - Volunteer induction
The board has an induction process and buddy system. - Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
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Availability Details
The governing board usually meet on Thursday evenings at Fleet infant School There are 9 meetings per year in term time. Once per term there is a Friday lunch time meeting. Prior to meetings preparation time is needed to read papers and prepare questions. Governors take on subject linked roles within the board and arrange mutually convenient times to visit the school to see strategic aspects in action and report back to the school. The school welcomes governors to all its events.
Location
Velmead Rd
Fleet
Hampshire
GU52 7LQ