We are currently looking for new co-opted and parent governors to join our friendly governing body.

These volunteer positions are open to parents/carers or other people from our community. (Co-opted

governors are not elected by a parent election but are instead appointed directly by the governing

body.)

Our governors come from a range of different backgrounds, skills and experience but all share a

common interest of wanting the best possible education for the children in our schools. Governors are

essential for the effectiveness and success of our schools, and it is an extremely rewarding and fulfilling

role. Governors act as a ‘critical friend’, working voluntarily to strategically oversee the running of the

schools.

We would be delighted to hear from anyone who:

● Is interested in children’s education and the performance of the schools

● Is community spirited and would like to represent the community

● Has spare time and the energy for the role

● Is able to work well as part of a team

● Has an enquiring mind and the confidence to ask questions and debate issues that affect the

schools

● Can consider matters objectively and make informed judgements

What is the role of the governing body?

● To help to set and review the schools’ strategic direction and agree targets for improvement

● To hold the headteacher and school leaders to account for the educational performance of the

schools and their pupils

● To oversee the financial performance of the schools and make sure public money is well spent

What does the role offer?

● A chance to develop your own personal skills

● Access to a programme of free training in respect of education/governance matters

● A sense of achievement in helping make a difference to children reaching their potential

● The support and guidance from fellow governors

In looking to fill these vacancies we are particularly interested in applications from people with

education experience , people who have financial knowledge and also people who can occasionally visit

the school during the day, although please do not be put off if you do not have these skills. What is

more important is enthusiasm, interest and the willingness to learn.

Day and times of most meetings

Meetings are generally on Tuesdays from 5.15pm-7.30pm

The time commitment

Approximately 6 days per year spent attending meetings, visiting the school from time-to-time and

undertaking relevant training.

If you are interested or you would like to discuss any aspects of the role, please leave your contact

details with the school office at either Catshill First School and Nursery or Catshill Middle School.

and a member of the governing body will be more than happy to call you or meet up for an informal

chat.