School Governor

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About the role

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Governor to join our team at Trotts Hill Primary School.

Trotts Hill School is a highly successful one form entry primary school in Stevenage with highly dedicated and motivated team of staff. Governors at the school work closely with the senior leadership team to support and challenge, aiming to maximise opportunities for all our pupils to learn, thrive and get the most out of school life. Trotts Hill is a welcoming school with wonderful children and a supportive community.  Trotts Hill a Platinum OPAL (outdoor play and learning) school and is in the top 1% of the country for our play offer and our outcomes in Reading, Writing and Maths in 2023. Please see our website for more information and to learn about our school.

What are we looking for?

We currently have two vacancies for new co-opted governors and would be delighted to hear from anyone who generally has:

  • an interest in being part of a successful school
  • an open and enquiring mind, with the confidence to ask questions and join in debate
  • the ability to work well with others
  • time to spare

Becoming a school governor is a rewarding experience and will allow you to use your skills to have a positive impact on the education of the children in the school. You may take on different challenges as you work as part of a well-established Governing Board.

We would welcome applications from any background if you are prepared to take on the commitment of the role but are particularly interested in applications from those with one of the following backgrounds:

?     insight and experience of teaching and learning

?     professional skills and experience within education

?     expertise in HR or finance

Meetings are held each term in the evenings and there is an expectation to be able to attend some school activities during the day with advance planning. Full training will be provided.

If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact our Chair of Governors, Helen Altringham via the school office: admin@trottshill.herts.sch.uk.

Our school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All posts are subject to DBS checks and other relevant safeguarding screening.

Interviews will be relaxed, and we can be flexible regarding timings. We will close applications when we have filled the role.

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Contact details

Liz Evans , Headteacher
Trotts Hill Primary School Wisden Road Stevenage
Hertfordshire SG1 5JD

Telephone: 01438 314189
Fax: 01438 314191
Email: admin@trottshill.herts.sch.uk
Website: www.trottshill.herts.sch.uk
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