Vacancy for School Governor

We currently have exciting opportunities for members of our community to join the governing body of St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School.

St John’s the Baptist Church of England Primary School values its partnership with the local community, which undoubtedly brings great benefits to the children. One of the most significant ways you can help in promoting this aim is to volunteer to be a governor on our board.

The role of school governor is a very rewarding one and it will enable you to meet new people and to work as part of a team. You will gain new knowledge and skills and will be able to bring a valuable perspective to the work of the board.

Don’t worry if you haven’t any experience, as full training is available and you will be well supported by colleagues on the governing body.

Governors do not need to be parents and neither do they need to be education professionals. We are particularly interested to hear from individuals in the community who can help us to increase the range of perspectives on our governing body.

The governing body's main tasks are:

• to ensure that the school has a clear vision, ethos and strategic direction;
• to hold the Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils; and
• to oversee the financial performance of the school, making sure its money
  is well spent.

For the children in in our school, it is important that there are individuals on our board who have high aspirations for them and who want to support school leaders to ensure they receive excellent education provision, so they are well equipped for their next steps in education and employment.

Governing bodies are more effective when they can draw upon a range of skills, knowledge and perspectives – so diversity in membership is highly desirable.

We feel sure that there are members of our community who are prepared to take on this important role and to give their time and commitment to helping us to continue to improve the school's performance, and to play their part in ensuring that our pupils fulfil their aspirations.

If you would like to find out more about this wonderful opportunity please do email Susannah D’Souza (Clerk to the Governors) at [email protected]  or apply via the application form at www.hants.gov.uk governors-volunteer.

Please note, that for the protection of children, all governor appointments are subject to an identity and DBS check. We very much look forward to speaking with you, to receiving your application form and to welcoming you to the Hampshire school governance community. 

What skills do I need?

We would particularly like to hear from you if you have skills and knowledge in relation to finance and human resources.

However, we welcome all applications and full training and support will be available to help you develop into the role. This includes in-house mentoring and support, and access to external governor training.

Location

This opportunity has no specific location e.g. can be carried out anywhere.