There are two vacancies on Edmonton County School’s Local Governing Board for parent governors, and we will soon be starting a recruitment process. Becoming a parent governor is a rewarding opportunity to give back to your local community and use your skills and experience to ensure that pupils get the best possible education. Local Governing Boards make strategic decisions and work together to:
- develop a vision and strategy for the school
- oversee financial performance and make sure money is well spent
- hold the headteacher and senior leaders to account for the educational performance of the school
- engage with pupils, staff, parents and the wider school community to understand their views
Our governors are expected to attend:
- 6 Local Governing Board meetings per year (6-8pm in school)
- 3 Governor training events per year (6-8pm online or at one of the schools in EdAct)
- At least one school event per year
- Two 1-hour link meetings per year with a member of senior staff in relation to an allocated responsibility.
We are looking for candidates who have some or all of the following attributes and interests:
- keen to impact on the educational provision of local young people
- confident in contributing in meetings, with good communication skills
- some experience in strategic planning
- inquisitive and analytical
- innovative and pragmatic
The application process will commence in July and will continue into September – further details will follow. In the meantime, if you would like further information about this important role, including the opportunity to speak to a current parent governor, please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Ms M James at mjames@edact.org.uk