Chair of Governors – Lewisham

SGOSS - Governors for Schools; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding special school is seeking a committed volunteer to join their board as a governor. This rewarding position offers the chance to make a significant impact on local education and the lives of children with severe and complex learning needs. The school prioritizes wellbeing and inclusion, creating a joyful environment where every child is known and valued. As a volunteer governor, you will collaborate with the board and contribute your finance expertise to enhance educational practices. If you are passionate about improving education and want to see the results of your efforts, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Desire to work collaboratively with the board.
• Strong finance knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Join the board to improve education for children locally.
• Support the development of each individual child.

Skills

Collaborative Work

Finance Knowledge

Understanding of SEND

Job description

Trust: Co-op Brent Knoll and Watergate Co-operative Trust

Role type: Other

About the vacancy:
Watergate School is looking for a committed volunteer to join their board.

We are an outstanding special school. Our children have severe and complex learning needs. Instead of focusing on national curriculum and assessments, the school is all about supporting the development of each individual child, recognising their specific needs and abilities. Wellbeing and inclusion are at the heart of the school’s work. It is a joyful place where every child is known and valued. In addition to the excellent standards of practice in the school, our Head is striving to share best practice across other schools, particularly in mainstream.

Being a school governor is a commitment and a responsibility, but it’s also a rewarding position. As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to improve education for children locally and see the impact of your decisions.

Essential Qualifications:

1. Desire to work collaboratively with the board
2. Finance

Desirable Qualifications:

1. SEND

Next Steps:

If you’re interested in applying for this vacancy, please complete your application form. You’ll be asked if there is a school of specific interest in your application form, so please do include the school name.

Alternatively, if you have questions before applying, please contact our Recruitment Team.