Governor Vacancy
Join Our Team as a Staff Governor!
Are you a passionate and committed member of our school staff? Do you want to play a key role in shaping the future of our school and ensuring the best outcomes for our children?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our local governing body and make a real difference!
This is an exciting opportunity to bring your unique perspective and invaluable insights from the classroom or school office directly to the strategic decision-making process.
What is a Staff Governor?
You will be an essential link between the local governing body and the staff body. You will have the opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making, ensuring that the voice of our staff is represented at the highest level.
What's involved?
- Attending regular LGB meetings (four per year, usually held on Wednesday evenings from 4pm).
- Taking part in discussions and decisions on the school's outcomes, curriculum, and policies.
- Being engaged and well-prepared for discussions
- Providing supportive challenge to leaders and asking probing questions
- Contributing to strategic planning and decision making
- Promoting the school’s interests within the local community
Why should you apply?
This is a chance to make a real difference and contribute to the success of our school community. It's a fantastic professional development opportunity that will help you gain a deeper understanding of how the school operates at a strategic level.
No previous experience is necessary, just a genuine interest in the education and well-being of our children, our community and a commitment to the role.
Please take a look at NGA’s 30 second video on the role of governors and trustees.
Interested? If you are enthusiastic, a great team player, and ready to take on this important role, we would love to hear from you!
If you are interested in applying or would like to nominate another member of staff, please complete this nomination form by the deadline - noon on Thursday 23 October 2025.
The attached sheet summarises the circumstances under which someone cannot serve as a staff governor.
If you would like an informal chat about the role or have any questions, please contact Danielle Hunt, Lead Governance Professional via email danielle.hunt@pinnacleLT.ac.uk or telephone 0161 287 2519 for further details.
