School Governor Volunteer

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Do you want to make a difference for the future in your community? Schools across Newmarket and the surrounding areas are looking for skilled volunteers to support education by becoming school governors.

Governors make decisions that affect schools and their pupils for years to come; a recent impact survey found that our volunteers bring £9.9 million worth of value to schools each year, and 9/10 volunteers would recommend being a governor to a friend. Becoming a governor gives you ample opportunity for personal and professional development, including exposure to finance and budgeting, safeguarding, HR, strategic planning, and more.

As a governor, you can visit the school to gain an understanding of the culture and ethos, meet children, parents, and teachers, and see the impact of your work first‑hand. Governors act as a “critical friend” to their head teacher, ensuring accountability and helping to monitor and evaluate the school's progress, budget, and staffing. You’ll also help shape and implement future plans and guide the school's aims, ethos and values.

This vacancy is for a primary school looking to find a governor to sit on their board with experience of finance and HR. The school is a friendly and caring community that is committed to providing a quality education for every child that passes through its doors.

• Over 18 years old and willing to undergo a DBS check
• Professional skills in HR, finance, law, or project management are useful but not required
• Soft skills such as leadership, communication, problem solving, and a fresh perspective within your community are highly valued
• Support will be provided by the Chair, head teacher, and the rest of the governing team

• Operate at board level and develop strategic leadership skills
• Assist in making decisions on a wide range of educational topics
• Collaboratively improve education within the local community
• Ensure accountability, monitor progress, and evaluate school performance
• Shape and implement future plans and guide the school's aims, ethos and values

We’re currently recruiting volunteers for schools in the Eastbourne area to strengthen governing boards and enhance outcomes for pupils within our communities. If you want to make a difference within your community, read on for more details about the role of a governor and how to apply.