Become a School Governor
Become a School Governor
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Want to make a difference in your local community, and develop your own professional skills?
By volunteering as a school governor at Westdene, you can do both.
School governors and trustees play an important role in leading our schools.
School governors and trustees play an important role in leading our schools.
They set the strategic vision and direction, approve the budget and hold the senior leadership team to account.
They set the strategic vision and direction, approve the budget and hold the senior leadership team to account.
Why become a school governor?
Why become a school governor?
Our governors tell us that the benefits of being a governor are immense. These benefits include:
Developing your professional skills and experience such as strategic planning, chairing, financial planning, and team working, all of which are valued by employers and can assist your own career development;
Building relationships and networks in your locality and;
Supporting children and young people in your community.
Anyone over the age of 18 can be a governor and you don’t need to be a parent.
Current Vacancies and How to Apply
Current Vacancies and How to Apply
Our clerk to governors will be able to advise on current vacancies and the application process. Please email on
sarahswales@westdene.brighton-hove.sch.uk
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