How to become a School Governor

As a School Governor you could play an important role in shaping the future of the local education service.

Schools need enthusiastic and committed people who will bring with them a wide range of experience and views.

Interested in being a school governor?

Contact the Governance Service via:

School Governor Expression of Interest

email: governors@doncaster.gov.uk
tel: 01302 737193 or 737194

You can also read the following information about school governors and what they do.

What do School Governors do?

School Governors work closely with the Headteacher and school staff. Together they are responsible for:

academic performance
financial management
recruitment of teachers and support staff
dealing with complaints
the ‘image’ of the school within the local community
asking questions, gathering views and deciding what is in the school’s best interests

In addition:

the work is voluntary, takes enthusiasm and some of your spare time
you will learn new skills and know that you are making a real contribution to our local community
you don’t have to know everything from the start – be prepared to build up your knowledge over a period of time

Who are the School Governors?

All schools have a Governing Body. The size of the Governing Body will vary from one school to another.

There are several different categories of Governor:

Parent Governors - elected by parents at the school
Staff Governors - elected by teaching and non-teaching colleagues at the school
Local Authority Governors - appointed by the Local Authority
Foundation Governors - appointed by the relevant Diocese (In Church schools only)
Co-opted Governors - appointed by existing members of the Governing Body for their particular skills and knowledge

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Doncaster Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects Governors to share this commitment. An appointment to a school's Governing Body is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which must be undertaken within 21 days of your appointment.