Volunteer School Governor (Shropshire) | Governors for Schools

Updated: April 28, 2024 08:19 AM GMT

Governors for Schools

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Do you want to be inspired by the impact of education? Schools across Shropshire are looking for skilled volunteers to support education by becoming school governors.

What difference will you make?

Governors make decisions that affect schools for years to come. Our recent impact survey found that our volunteers bring £9.9 million worth of value to schools each year, and 9/10 volunteers would recommend being a governor to a friend. As a governor, you can visit the school to gain an understanding of the culture and ethos and to get the most out of the role. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet children, parents, and teachers, and see the impact of your work first-hand.

What are we looking for?

You don’t need any specific skills or experience to be a school governor. You must be over 18, but you don’t need to be a parent or have experience working in education. Often, it’s the outside perspective you can bring that a school needs. Professional experience in areas such as HR... More Detail