Parent Governor

THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST; Paignton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in the UK is inviting dedicated individuals to join as School Governors. This role includes influencing educational policies, developing leadership skills, and fostering community ties. Ideal candidates will be committed to transforming life chances for students and willing to learn new skills. Engage with the community and make a substantial impact in education.

Benefits

Rewarding experience

Professional growth

Community integration

Qualifications

• Dedicated to transforming the life chances of young people.
• Open to learning new things.
• Time to fulfill the role.

Responsibilities

• Use insights and experiences to inform discussions about education.
• Hone leadership and strategic thinking skills.

Job description

Join Us as a School Governor

Transform Lives and Shape Futures. As a school governor, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the educational landscape in your local community. Governors contribute to school development and work with school leaders to make positive change for the students in your school and ensure they are receiving the best of what the Trust and Schools have to offer.

Goodwin Academy, as part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is committed to transforming the life chances of our students, ensuring that all are supported and encouraged to achieve their personal best. We deliver this through the BEST Agenda – Be Your Best.

Pupils know that their school is a better place in which to learn and thrive. Consequently, they are now achieving well. Goodwin Academy is part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, a family of schools across the South East, South and South West. We believe that every young person in our community deserves the best opportunities in life, regardless of their circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances, and we support and develop every member of our community to:

• Think about their Thinking
• Be their Best self
• Shape their Success

Responsibilities and Opportunities

1. Make a Real Difference: Your insights and experiences matter. Use your unique perspective to inform crucial conversations about education and student well-being.
2. Board-Level Skills Development: Step into a board-level environment where you’ll hone your leadership, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills. It’s a chance to grow both personally and professionally.

Governing Boards are skills-based and cover a wide variety of areas. While experience in education is advantageous, it is not a necessity, as you will have the opportunity to learn and develop your knowledge base. The most important attributes are that a Governor is dedicated, has the time to fulfil the role, is open to learning new things, and, most importantly, believes in our vision to transform the life chances of the young people who attend our schools.

Other Reasons to Consider Being a Governor

• Rewarding Experience: Few roles offer such a sense of fulfilment. Witness the impact of your contributions firsthand.
• Professional Growth: Develop skills beyond the classroom. Network with like-minded professionals and broaden your horizons.
• Community Integration: Become an integral part of the wider community, fostering connections that go beyond the school gates.