Volunteer to be a school governor

Did you know there is a unique, challenging and inspirational opportunity in your local area? Many schools are appealing for new volunteers to help improve standards of education and give children the best possible start in life. You could volunteer as a school governor to inspire tomorrow’s generation and contribute to local education.

School governors make up one of the largest volunteer forces in the country and are responsible for the strategic management of schools in England. Governors play a crucial role in ensuring schools are effective learning environments with responsibility for curriculum, finance, staffing, premises, the head teacher’s performance and much more.

Michael Howe, a school governor in Milton Keynes, says:  "I would say that if anyone is thinking of becoming a school governor to go for it. Everybody has something to bring to a school, whether you are business minded, have experience of education in another school or as a parent; your passion for education and the welfare of young people is important and can really make a difference.

"The training and support you receive from the Local Authority is also excellent so don’t be put off if you think you don’t know enough about Education!"

SGOSS, the governor recruitment charity, is appealing to anyone involved with The Open University to consider volunteering as a school governor. The charity has worked with OU since 2006 and placed more than 200 alumni, students and staff on governing bodies in schools. 

To find a suitable school in your area, join the SGOSS talent pool or get in touch with Richard on richard.julian@sgoss.org.uk or 0207 288 9535.

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• Student blogger and OU student Carrie Walton volunteers as a school governor