We will be looking for a parent governor to join our friendly local governing board in the autumn term. Our governors come from a range of different backgrounds, skills and experience but all share a common interest in wanting the best possible education for the children in our school.
We would be delighted to hear from anyone who:
- Is interested in children’s education and the performance of the school
- Is community spirited and would like to represent the community
- Has the time commitment to visit the school during the school day once a term
- Is able to work well as part of a team
- Has the skills necessary to contribute to the effective governance and success of the school.
- Can consider matters objectively and make informed judgements
What is the role of the local governing body?
- Helping to set and review the school’s strategic direction in relation to the curriculum and whole school aspects of school life such as special educational needs and safeguarding.
- Holding the head teacher and school leaders to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils
What does the role offer?
- A chance to develop your own personal skills
- Access to a programme of free training in respect of education/governance matters
- A sense of achievement in helping make a difference to children reaching their potential
- The support and guidance from fellow governors
There will be some commitment to visiting the school during school hours approximately once each term and being available for three full governing body meetings that are held after school across the year.
What is most important is enthusiasm, interest and the willingness to learn and we encourage applications from all parents regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability or age (as long as you’re over 18).
The application process will start during week beginning 12th September 2022. A letter will be sent to all parents requesting nominations. Please have a think over summer as to whether you would be interested.
If you would like to discuss any aspects of the role before submitting an application Mrs North will be more than happy to call you or meet with you for an informal chat. Please
contact the school office admin@shawburystmarys.co.uk to arrange this. Governors are
essential for the effectiveness and success of the school and it is an extremely rewarding and fulfilling role.