School Governor

Organisation:       Brooke Weston Trust 

Location:              Various locations across the Trust 

Commitment:       Part-time, voluntary position 

Term:                     4 years (with the possibility of reappointment)

About the Role

The role of a governor can be very rewarding – it allows great opportunities to:

·      contribute and develop your personal and professional skills;

·      to work as part of a team and network with other likeminded people; and

·      to achieve the wider satisfaction that comes with the ability to shape and improve the

future of young people.

If you are passionate about helping your local community and want to make a real and positive impact on education, we would like to hear from you.

We are currently looking to appoint a Governor in readiness for the new academic year in September. Ideally, we require someone who is currently working within a school setting and is part of the Senior Leadership team.

Whilst it is not essential as training for the role will be provided, it may be beneficial if you have experience in an educational or social care environment or a background in industry.

We recognise the value diversity can bring to a working group, so welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

As a Governor on a Local Governing Board (LGB) in the Brooke Weston Trust, you will play a vital role in shaping the educational experience of our students. Governors work collaboratively with school leaders and other board members to provide strategic oversight, ensure accountability, and support the school's vision and ethos.

Key Responsibilities

·       Strategic Oversight: Help set the vision and direction of the school.

·       Accountability: Monitor and evaluate the school's performance, ensuring it meets its

educational objectives.

·       Support and Challenge: Provide support to the school leadership while

constructively challenging them to achieve excellence.

 ·       Community Engagement: Foster strong links between the school and the wider

community, ensuring the school reflects and serves the needs of its stakeholders.

·       Safeguarding: Ensure the safety and well-being of all students, promoting a culture

of safeguarding across the school.

We Are Looking for People With

·       A desire to contribute to local education and the surrounding community

·       An interest in education for young people and a passion to make a difference

·       A willingness to listen, to look at issues objectively and to make informed judgements

·       The ability to work as part of a team

·       Time to commit to a minimum of 3 full governors' meetings per year and participate

in link visits to the school (in total approximately 15 hours per year).

About Corby Business Academy

Corby Business Academy is a school committed to providing the very best for the community it serves. We have already undergone significant change in recent years under new leadership and our goals for further development remain ambitious. We work relentlessly in providing a high quality broad and balanced curriculum with stimulating learning experiences for all our students.

This is underpinned by our strong sense of common purpose that is palpable in the Academy’s day to day operation. We aim to actively encourage students to participate in all areas of academy life, motivating and inspiring them to unlock their potential and realise their ambitions. Our staff have an uncompromising commitment to this and work closely with one another to support and develop students as well as one another.

About Brooke Weston Trust 

Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people. 

Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people. 

We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School. 

To find out more about working for our Trust and the benefits available to staff please check out the BWT Join Us Guide.  

Safer Recruitment 

Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google. 

A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection 

The Trusts position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy.

Brooke Weston Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All Governor appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check