job description governor

1. Collectively with other members of the Governing Body, a governor must:

2. Main Responsibilities

 Determine the overall direction and development of the school through good governance and clear strategic planning.

 Ensure that the school and its representatives function within the legal and regulatory framework of the sector and in line with the school’s governing document, continually striving for best practice in governance.

 Uphold the fiduciary duty invested in the position, undertaking such duties in a way that adds to public confidence and trust in the school.

 Conform to the Nolan Principles of Public Life.

3. Main Duties

 Act in the best interest of the school, its beneficiaries and its future beneficiaries at all times.

 Know and support the aims of the school and its mission statement and ensure that these are achieved.

 Ensure the school complies with legislative and regulatory requirements, particularly those related to Safeguarding and Health and Safety, and acts within the confines of its governing document.


4. Commitment Expected from a Governor

The degree of commitment required of a governor to achieve the job description is to:

 Be prepared and willing to conform to all aspects of the appointment and induction procedure required by law and the school.

 Be cognisant of Quaker Business Method.

 Be prepared to attend appropriate training.

 Attend as many Board meetings as possible and a reasonable number of school events.


5. Accountability

As the board are responsible and liable for the governance and functioning of the school, they are accountable in varying degrees to a variety of stakeholders, including: the relevant General Meeting, parents, pupils, the Charity Commission and Companies House.