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How do Governors help schools and children?
School Governors are people who wish to make a positive contribution to children’s education.
Governors come from all sections of the community: parents, staff at the school, the world of business, representatives of local councils and churches – in fact anyone. There is always a need for enthusiastic and committed people to serve as Governors.
You don’t have to be an ‘expert’ – only able to get on with others and to work as part of a team. You’ll also need some spare time – typically between 20 and 30 hours a year. There are plenty of free training courses available to help Governors with their responsibilities.
What do Governors do?
The role of Governors has grown over the years but essentially remains the same - to help and support the Headteacher and staff in running the school and continuing to provide the best possible education.
Together with the Headteacher they set the future direction for the school and decide how the school’s budget should be spent. Governing Bodies make decisions collectively on matters such as performance targets, school policies and the school’s development plan.
Governors monitor the impact of policies and oversee the use of the school’s budget. They report to parents on the school’s achievements and respond to inspection recommendations. They hear appeals from pupils and staff and consider complaints.
Governors provide the Headteacher with support and advice, drawing on their knowledge and experience. They ask searching questions and respect the Headteacher’s position as professional leader of the school.
Interested in becoming a Governor at Merry Hill? Ask The Chair of Governors, Andy Latcham, or Mrs Hannibal, Headteacher, if we currently have any vacancies for school Governors.
Useful Links:
Herts Direct Governors’ website: http://www.hertsdirect.org/yrccouncil/hcc/csf/schoollife/gettinginvolved/governorsnews/
Governors and Leadership – HGfL Intranet Pages: http://www.thegrid.org.uk/leadership/governors/
National Association of Governors and Managers:
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