Local Authority Governor

What skills and experience we're looking for

We would particularly welcome interest from individuals with experience in areas such as finance, HR, data, or education, although this is not essential. If you are interested in supporting children and contributing to your local community, we would love to hear from you. Training and ongoing support are provided, and no prior governor experience is required.

What the school offers its staff

At Langshott Primary School, we are looking for a friendly, committed individual to join our governing body as a Local Authority Governor. This is a rewarding voluntary role where you can make a real difference to the lives of our pupils and support the continued success of our school. The position is subject to nomination by the Local Authority and approval by the governing body.

Further details about the role

School governors work together to support and guide the school at a strategic level.

This includes

• Helping to shape the school’s vision and direction

Governors work alongside school leaders to set priorities and support ongoing improvement.

• Supporting and challenging school leadership

Governors help ensure children receive a high-quality education and that the school continues to develop and achieve strong outcomes.

• Overseeing how the school’s budget is used

Governors make sure resources are spent wisely and in ways that best support pupils’ learning and wellbeing.

If you would like to find out more or express your interest, please contact the Clerk to Governors at clerk@langshott.surrey.sch.uk .

Please note that, to be eligible for this role, you must not be employed by Langshott Primary School.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.