Organisation Name:
City of York Council
Organisation's Cause(s):
Children / Young People / Families
Education & Learning
Location of voluntary activity:
Education settings across York
When are volunteers needed: This is a substantial role, with governors serving a four-year term of office, 8 hours every month.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Strategy Development & Business Planning
Trusteeship / Committees
Role description:
Schools and academies rely on voluntary board members to provide effective strategic leadership, oversight and challenge in an increasingly complex landscape.
Tasks and responsibilities:
- Working as a whole governing board to ensure the clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction for the school
- Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the effective and efficient performance management of staff
- Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Education settings are looking for committed individuals who are interested in supporting governing boards. Experience of leadership, HR, legal, finance, data, education and corporate governance are particularly welcome. Support and training for this role will be provided.
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
Skilled Volunteer
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
Benefits include the development of new skills and networks, as well as delivering improved outcomes for our children and young people.
How to get involved:
To discuss this opportunity in more detail or to register your interest please contact governance.service@york.gov.uk. To complete an online application form please visit www.york.gov.uk/form/schoolgovernor
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 30-11-2026