Become a school governor

We offer a support service for governors that brings together professionals from schools, the local authority, and independent providers to fully support all schools' needs. 

We run a training programme for governors and clerks. This provides the chance to stay updated on school governance while connecting with others to share ideas and best practices. 

What do we provide  

Our main goal is to support governing boards in doing their job to the highest standard. We focus on helping with: 

  • setting a clear vision, values, and long-term direction for the school 
  • making sure school leaders are held accountable for how well pupils and staff perform 
  • overseeing the school’s finances to ensure money is used wisely 
  • carrying out all legal duties, especially around safeguarding and pupil welfare 
  • providing a full clerking service 

What do school governors do 

Our main school governing boards work together as a team to lead and guide the school’s long-term direction. 

They have three main responsibilities: 

  • setting the school’s vision and goals 
  • making sure the school performs well and pupils are safe 
  • overseeing the budget to ensure money is used properly 

The term of office for governors can vary. Governors usually serve for four years, but they can resign at any time during that period. 

Apply to be a school governor  

If you're passionate about helping improve the lives of pupils in our schools, consider becoming a school governor. 

You need to: 

  • be over the age of 18 
  • have no previous criminal convictions 
  • have an updated DBS check 
  • be willing to meet the time commitment of attending meetings, reading the documentation and visiting the school on focused visits 
  • meet the skills and experience required by the individual governing board 

If you are interested in a certain school, please tell us on your application form. 

You can still apply even if you don't have an interest in a school. This is because many schools are looking for governors. Areas of expertise we are looking for are: 

  • legal 
  • accounting and budgeting  
  • premises/architectural and education 
  • human resources 

 Apply to become a school governor   

What happens next  

We’ll forward your application to the individual school to contact you directly.

Contact us   

You can contact the Governors Support Team if you have any questions regarding the application.