Chair of Governors – London

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

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking dedicated volunteers to join their board and make a difference in the lives of local children. This rewarding role offers the chance to support and challenge the educational framework, ensuring that every child, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, has access to quality education. As a volunteer school governor, you will collaborate with a passionate team, learn about governance, and see the direct impact of your contributions. If you are committed to fostering educational opportunities and want to play a vital role in shaping the future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Essential commitment and ability to support and challenge in educational governance.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with the board is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Join the board as a volunteer to improve local children's education.
• Make impactful decisions that benefit disadvantaged students.

Skills

Commitment to the role

Ability to support and challenge

Willingness to learn

Desire to work collaboratively

Education / Teaching

Job description

About the vacancy:
South Bank University Academy is looking for a committed volunteer to join their board.

Being part of the wider LSBU Group whose mission is to ensure that education is open to everyone. A high percentage of students who go to SBUA come from disadvantaged backgrounds.

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.

What South Bank University Academy is looking for:

1. Commitment to the role - Essential
2. Ability to support and challenge - Essential
3. Willingness to learn - Essential
4. Desire to work collaboratively with the board - Essential
5. Education / Teaching - Essential

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 a 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.