School Governor

Opportunity by Buswells Lodge Primary School
Location 8 Beauville Dr, Leicester LE4 0PT, UK

Buswells Lodge Primary School is looking for volunteers who can spare time to support effective governance in schools by becoming a school governor.

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About this role

Buswells Lodge Primary School is a primary school for children aged 4-11 in Beaumont Leys, in the north of Leicester.

School governing bodies play a key role in influencing the development of schools and ensuring they are meeting the needs of children. Typically, our governing body meets 4 times a year, usually early evening (in-person). Meetings are approx. 1.5 hours long and time is also required to read supporting papers in preparation for meetings.

You will also be asked to sit on one sub-committee which meets every term, and also be expected to visit the school to see it in action at least once a term during school hours.

The school is particularly looking for volunteers with a finance or education background but all skills and backgrounds will be considered.

Anyone over the age of 18 and living in the UK can apply. No prior knowledge is required and a comprehensive range of training and support is provided. Appointments are subject to successful DBS clearance.

When you can volunteer

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Requirements

  • Willing to take a DBS Check
  • Age restrictions

We are seeking individuals who:
• Can make informed judgements
• Are able to work well with others and as a team
• Are interested in education generally and our school in particular
• Have a desire to play a part in improving our school and be a critical friend
• Willing to give about 15 hours per term to attend meetings, visits, training and background reading
• Have the skills/experience that can be applied to the role

More details available upon request from the Chair of Governors.

Location

Location 8 Beauville Dr, Leicester LE4 0PT, UK

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