Apply to be a school governor

Governors work as a team to: 

• promote high standards of educational attainment at their school
• set targets for pupil achievement
• take general responsibility for the conduct of the school
• manage the school's budget, including deciding how many staff will work there
• make sure that the National Curriculum is delivered via a broad and balanced provision
• report on pupils' achievement in National Curriculum assessments and examination results
• act as a 'critical friend' to the school
• be prepared to undertake training and develop their role
• participate in the appointment of senior staff (including appointing the headteacher) and regulate staff conduct and discipline; and
• draw up an action plan after an inspection by the Office of Standards in Education (OfSTED)