School Governor

The Role

We are currently looking for new governors to join the governing bodies of Wootton Park School (opened in 2016) and our new school, Overstone Park Primary School (planned to open in September 2025). This is an exciting time to join our governing boards as our ambitious trust starts its journey to become a multi academy trust.

Our governors come from a range of diverse backgrounds, skills and experience but all share a common interest to deliver outstanding education for the children in our school.

Governors are essential for the effectiveness and success of the school and it is an extremely rewarding and fulfilling role.

All school Governors serve a 4 year term. They act as a ‘critical friend’, working voluntarily to strategically oversee the running of the school. Governors meet a minimum of three times a year.

About Us

Our Trust vision is to build on its existing all-through free school, Wootton Park School, to create an organisation of outstanding schools in Northampton and the surrounding areas, delivering strong academic achievement, developing strong values and promoting citizenship, community and service.

Through tried and tested teaching methods and the holistic development of each learner, we allow them to gain the confidence and skills to positively contribute to local communities and to participate in a global society. Our curriculum promotes social mobility and enhances the life chances of all learners, particularly the most disadvantaged.

Our learners are confident, happy and successful. Tolerance, courtesy, understanding and compassion are hard-wired into our ethos. While our focus is on achievement during their time with us, we will never lose sight of the fact that those in our care are beginning their journey and that we are preparing the successful adults of tomorrow for whatever path they choose.

It is an exciting time to join our Trust as we become a multi academy trust and prepare to open a second school, Overstone Park Primary School.

What We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. While previous experience in education or governance is advantageous, it is not essential. More importantly, we seek individuals who are:

-         Passionate about education and the welfare of children with special needs.

-         Committed to our values and mission.

-         Able to think strategically and work collaboratively.

-         Skilled in problem-solving and decision-making.

-         Willing to dedicate time and effort to attend meetings and contribute to the school's development.

Areas of expertise include but are not limited to: Education, Safeguarding, SEND, Finance, Estates & Buildings incl. health & Safety.

Benefits of Being a Governor

Becoming a School Governor offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a cause you care for and your local community. In return for your commitment, you will gain:

-         A sense of fulfilment from making a real difference in the lives of children

-         The pleasure of helping learners reach their potential, and receive the education, health and care they deserve

-         Opportunities for personal and professional development

-         Experience in governance and strategic leadership

-         Networking opportunities with other professionals and community leaders

-         A sense of achievement in making a difference

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a positive impact and help us achieve our vision get in touch to arrange a visit with the CEO of the trust and chair of governors or complete an application form.

Please visit our school websites for more information about our Schools and Trust: www.woottonparkschool.org.ukand www.overstoneparkprimaryschool.org.uk.

Our Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

In accordance with our statutory obligations under Keeping Children Safe in Education, Northampton Free School Trust is required to conduct an enhanced DBS Disclosure and section 128 check.

Are you excited by this exceptional opportunity, if so we want to hear from you!

An early application is encouraged, we cannot accept CVs.

Closing Date: 31st October 2024, noon

Start Date: January 2025

We maintain the right to close the application process early or later if necessary.

Tours and enquiries are welcomed, please contact clerkgb@woottonparkschool.org.uk