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Volunteer Foundation Governor - Central Foundation Girls' School | Central Foundation Schools of LondonJoin to apply for theVolunteer Foundation Governor - Central Foundation Girls' School | Central Foundation Schools of Londonrole atCentral Foundation Schools for London Volunteer Foundation Governor - Central Foundation Girls' School | Central Foundation Schools of London3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theVolunteer Foundation Governor - Central Foundation Girls' School | Central Foundation Schools of Londonrole atCentral Foundation Schools for London Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. We are seeking two Governors for our voluntary-aided girls’ school in the East End of London who care deeply about transforming the lives of young women through education.What difference will you make?Your impact matters As a Foundation Governor you will play a critical role in fulfilling our vision that through an exceptional Central Foundation education, every student learns, develops, and grows so they can reach their full potential. The Girls' School provides a high-quality education for girls from 11 to 19 years old. A school that is rightfully proud to continue a long tradition of excellence in education as well as caring for the welfare of our students. A Central Foundation education involves providing students with a wide range of educational experiences not available to many state schools or students from the communities and backgrounds we serve. As a governor at Central Foundation Girls' School, you will help to create an inclusive and empowering environment where every student thrives. help to transform lives through ab unwavering commitment to high expectations and standards for all. be part of a school with a passion for learning which drives us to challenge and support each other, fostering excellence in every endeavour. value and celebrate the achievements of all community members, recognising the unique contributions each person brings. nurture positivity, creativity, innovation, and inspiration, to help cultivate a vibrant community where every individual feels empowered to succeed and make a difference. Central Foundation Girls’ School is rightfully proud to continue a long tradition of excellence in education as well as caring for the welfare of our students. The school was originally established in 1726 and is now one of the largest schools in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. As a Foundation Governor you will ensure that tradition of excellence continues while keeping pace with the modern, changing world.What are we looking for?Who we are looking for We are looking for two new governors who are excited by and committed to the delivery of an excellent education for our students. We encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability, or age. Applicants need to have a keen interest in the school and are prepared to play an active part in the governing body’s work to improve opportunities and outcomes for students. We are particularly interested in individuals who have had skilled and professional experience in HR, accounting or finance. In addition, we are particularly looking for successful candidates to be able to spend a further 8 – 10 hours per term on ad hoc matters requiring more 'hands on' governor involvement, including meetings with students, staff and parents which usually take place during the school day. We are keen that new governors add a breadth of skills, perspectives, and experience to enhance our work. We want people who are good verbal communicators, will ask insightful questions, are able to build strong relationships and have good analytical skills. It would be beneficial to also have local knowledge. Most important, you would have a keen interest in the school and be prepared to play an active part in the governing body’s work to help improve outcomes for our students.What will you be doing?About You We are looking for two new Foundation Governors who are excited by and committed to the delivery of an excellent education for students at our Girls' School in Tower Hamlets. You will join seventeen other members of the Governing Body responsible for the strategic direction of the school, and involved in many significant decisions in school life. Time Commitment Governors usually spend ~20 hours per term on core governing duties. The Governing Body which meets four times a year to undertake its regular duties, with occasional meetings for urgent or time critical decisions. Regular meetings currently take place on Wednesdays during term time, usually at 5/5.30pm. Governors also need to allow time to read papers and prepare for meetings. The Girls’ School Governing Body has three sub-committees – Finance & Resources, Curriculum, and Health & Safety and Personnel. These meet at least termly, and we ask that each governor sit on at least one committee. In addition, we are particularly looking for the successful candidate to be able to spend a further 8 – 10 hours per term on ad hoc matters requiring more 'hands on' governor involvement, including meetings with students, staff and parents which usually take place during the school day. We encourage governors to attend one governor’s day per term when specific topics central to educational outcomes are highlighted for discussion with staff and students. Governors are also invited to attend public events such school play performances, music concerts and prize-giving ceremonies. Skills and Background Folloiwng a recent skills audit, we are particularly interested in individuals who have had experience in HR or finance. We encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability, or age. Being a Foundation Governor Governors come from a wide range of backgrounds and professions and include some appointed by the staff of the school, parents and the Tower Hamlets Local Authority. A majority of the governors are appointed by the Central Foundation Schools of London. As an Educational Charity we support two schools in inner London, the Girls' School and also Central Foundation Boys' School in Islington. This appointment will be a joint appointment by the Foundation and the Girls' School governing body. Training on the of role of governor will be provided for successful candidates. Seniority levelSeniority level Not Applicable Employment typeJob functionJob function Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Human Resources Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Central Foundation Schools for London by 2x Get notified about new Governor jobs inLondon, England, United Kingdom . 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