School Standards Board - Community Member (Governor)

Whyteleafe School; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking committed individuals for the School Standards Board (Governor) position. This four-year voluntary role involves community participation, enhancing opportunities for children and families. Responsibilities include contributing to the school's development plan and gathering feedback from stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess strategic thinking and the ability to analyze data, providing vital insights for school improvement. The position offers professional training and flexible meeting commitments.

Benefits

Training and support

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and monitor the school’s development plan.
• Gather feedback from parents and staff.
• Develop and maintain community links.
• Provide regular feedback to the Trust Board on school performance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Listening and reflection

Expectation setting for leaders

Data analysis

Confidence to challenge appropriately

Job description

Position Summary

School Standards Board - Community Member (Governor)

Location: Warlingham, Surrey

Contract Type: Fixed term contract (4 Years)

Salary: £0 (Voluntary Position)

Posting Date: 19th November 2025

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Expiry Date: 29th January 2026 11:59 PM

Job Reference: SSBWAR2025 / Job ID: 1518670

About the Role

We are looking for committed individuals from the local community, and from all walks of life and backgrounds to join our Schools Standards Board (SSB). You will share your viewpoints, experience, expertise, skills, and fresh ideas to enhance the opportunities for children and families within the community. The role is a four‑year voluntary position based at Warlingham Village Primary School, with excellent training and support; no education experience is required.

As an SSB member, you will contribute to and monitor the school’s development plan, focused on the key improvement priorities for the school. SSBs act as the Trust Board’s interface with parents, staff, and the community. You will gather feedback from parents and staff, develop and maintain community links, and provide regular feedback to the Trust Board on school performance and stakeholder views. SSBs also influence the strategy of the Trust as a whole.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Thinks strategically and is able to contribute to the development of the school’s priorities
• Is able to listen, reflect and learn from a range of viewpoints
• Is able to establish clear expectations for school leaders
• Has the ability to analyse and interpret data and statistics
• Has the confidence to ask questions and challenge school leaders in an appropriate way

Commitment and Meetings

• SSB meets formally once per half‑term (six meetings across the academic year) and follows an annual work plan
• Attendance at training and undertaking school visits relevant to your areas of responsibility
• As a voluntary role, you may claim travel expenses where required

Safeguarding Statement

GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. We share a commitment across the Trust to develop a culture of respect in which discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable expressing their own identity. We particularly welcome applicants from under‑represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Application Notes

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible. We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date. References may be requested on receipt of your application. If you wish this to be delayed until short‑listing/interviews have taken place, please state this in your application.

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