Governor

TES FE News; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local day school in Newcastle is inviting applications for voluntary Governor positions. Governors will help shape the school's strategic direction, ensuring compliance and providing oversight. This role requires leadership experience and a commitment to improve educational outcomes for students. Training is provided, and while the position is unremunerated, expenses will be reimbursed. Apply by 9.00am on 6th October 2025.

Benefits

Travel and expense reimbursement

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles, particularly in property, HR, performing arts, health & safety, or fundraising.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support the school's strategic development plan.
• Ensure compliance with legal and financial requirements.
• Attend termly meetings and contribute to the Governing Board.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Financial oversight

Fundraising

Job description

Overview

RGS Newcastle is seeking to appoint up to four new Governors to join the School’s Governing Board. We are looking to appoint two Governors in the 2025/2026 academic year and two further for the start of the 2026/2027 academic year. We are specifically seeking individuals with experience of leadership roles in the following areas:

• Property (or Estates Management)
• Human Resources
• Performing Arts
• Health & Safety
• Fundraising

Applicants will be welcomed from the private or public sectors, from within our network of parents and Old Novos or those brand new to our community. Individuals will find the voluntary role of Governor challenging yet rewarding and will be able to contribute to the ongoing success of our thriving day school, which has remained at the forefront of North East education for 500 years.

We are looking for Governors who will help deliver our School’s strategic development plan and ensure that the School meets its compliance, legal and financial requirements. The Board has responsibility for the stewardship of the School’s extensive resources and for using these to the best level in the provision of outstanding education for students.

We are looking to develop the School’s strategic direction further and invite interested individuals to consider this opportunity.

A Governor will have the ability to communicate with all stakeholders, from students to parents, Old Novocastrians and donors through to the wider educational and business communities.

The role of Governor is not remunerated, although travel and other reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. There is a comprehensive induction process, and there is ongoing training provided, which Governors will be expected to attend. Governors are required to attend termly meetings of the Governing Board and occasional committee or working group meetings, depending on their area of expertise. A time commitment of approximately three days per term can be expected.

Becoming a school Governor is a rewarding opportunity to help shape the future of a school and support the success of its pupils. Governors play a vital role in setting the strategic direction of the School, holding leaders to account, and ensuring financial oversight. You do not need to be an expert in education – just someone with a commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people. The role also offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional development, including experience in leadership, strategic planning, governance, and working with a strong team of successful national leaders in their fields.

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 6th October 2025.

Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date. We will hope to make the appointments as soon as possible following interviews, offering the post and gaining acceptance.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of neurodivergence, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Whilst all applications are considered on merit, we would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates, who are currently underrepresented in our staff community.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-interview referencing, internet searches and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with the children’s barred list check and other appropriate checks.