Chair of Governors at Wiltshire Council

Chippenham, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Teamwork, Safeguarding Oversight, Financial Oversight, Educational Performance Monitoring

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Salary: Volunteer Hours of work: Casual This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Luckington Community School for further information. A bit about us: Luckington Community School is a small, welcoming and inclusive primary school situated in the southern Cotswolds. There are currently 42 pupils aged 4–11 on roll and 2 full-time teachers including the headteacher and 3 part-time teachers, supported by teaching assistants and support staff. At the heart of our village community, we provide a nurturing environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. We combine high expectations with a rich and engaging curriculum that prepares children for life in an ever-changing world. Guided by our core values of respect, resilience, compassion, honesty, forgiveness, reflection and positivity, we strive to develop confident, happy and successful learners. All about the role: We are fortunate to have a committed and supportive Governing Board comprising staff, parents and members of the local community who are passionate about the success of our school. However, due to existing professional and personal commitments, none of our current governors is able to dedicate the additional time required to undertake the role of Chair. We are therefore seeking an enthusiastic and capable individual to provide leadership to the Governing Board and help drive the success and future direction of our school. Working closely with the Headteacher, the Chair leads our Governing Board in setting the strategic direction, vision and values that guide our school community. The Chair provides both support and constructive challenge to school leaders to help secure the best possible outcomes for our pupils. The Chair is responsible for leading Governing Board meetings, ensuring that governors work collaboratively and fulfil their statutory responsibilities, including oversight of safeguarding, finance and educational performance, while also ensuring that decisions are made in the best interests of our children and wider school community. As an ambassador for our school, the Chair builds positive relationships with parents, staff, governors, local organisations and external partners. Whilst no previous Chair experience is necessary the role requires strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to think strategically, make balanced decisions and foster effective teamwork. Above all, the Chair should be committed to our school's values, passionate about education and dedicated to helping our school continue to thrive for the benefit of all pupils. The Chair of Governors role is voluntary and requires a commitment of time throughout the school year. The Governing Board typically meets once each term, with additional preparation required to read meeting papers and agendas. The Chair will also meet regularly with the Headteacher, support governor recruitment and development, and may attend school events, training sessions and occasional meetings with external stakeholders. Find out more and apply: Contact our school office on 01666 840297 or email admin@luckington.wilt.sch.uk [https://email admin@luckington.wilt.sch.uk] Closing date (and time): 9 August 2026 at 12 noon Interview date: TBC Commencement date: 1 September 2026 or as agreed This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW. Applications must be made via the instructions provided above. Applications or CV's submitted via the apply button will not be considered.

Responsibilities

The Chair provides leadership to the Governing Board, setting the strategic direction, vision, and values of the school. They are responsible for leading board meetings and providing support and constructive challenge to school leaders to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.