Co-opted Governor at Pencalenick School

Make a Difference. Shape Futures. Join Us as a Co-opted Governor!

Are you ready to play a vital role in shaping the future of young people in your community? The Special Partnership Trust is looking for passionate, committed individuals to join our Local Governing Bodies at:

• Pencalenick School

   

This is your opportunity to bring your voice, skills, and perspective to a role that truly matters.

What You’ll Do

As a Co-opted Governor, you’ll be part of a team that makes a real impact by:

• Helping set the strategic direction of the school
• Supporting and constructively challenging school leaders
• Contributing your unique experience to strengthen governance

Your Focus Will Be On

• Pupil and staff wellbeing
• The quality of education and school provision
• Pupil progress and outcomes
• The school’s role within the local community

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals who:

• Care deeply about education and making a difference
• Share our values and commitment to inclusion
• Are willing to engage in meetings and ongoing training

No prior governance experience is required—just enthusiasm and commitment.

Time Commitment

• Around 3 meetings per year (one per term, ~2 hours each)
• 1 Governor Development Day annually
• Safeguarding training (statutory requirement)
• 1 school visit per term

💡 Why Join Us?

• Make a lasting impact on children and young people
• Develop new skills and gain governance experience
• Work alongside a supportive, purpose-driven team

📩 Get Involved

Interested? We’d love to hear from you.

To express your interest, please complete the application form on My New Term. 

When applying for this role we would like to make it as straightforward as possible, so for ease of application:

·    Please complete only your current/most recent employment and at least one of your secondary education achievements to allow the online form to progress.

·    You may omit the training, professional bodies membership sections by selecting the tick box at the top of the section stating you do not have any to add to your application.

For more information visit our website: Special Partnership Trust - Become a Governance Volunteer with the Special Partnership Trust

For an informal conversation, you can also contact:
Lianne Jory, Trust Governance Manager
📞 01872 613115
📧 [email protected]

Safeguarding:

The Special Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All volunteer roles are subject to the satisfactory completion of checks and references, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In accordance with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education; the Trust will undertake an online search of all candidates.