Co-opted Governor

Want to get involved and make a difference locally? Are you passionate about education and community impact? Join us as a co-opted governor and play a vital role in shaping the future of our schools within The Leathersellers’ Federation. About Us: The Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools is a multi-academy trust (MAT) comprising three schools: ● Prendergast Ladywell School ● Prendergast School ● Prendergast Vale School Your Role: As a co-opted governor, you will: ● Challenge and Support: Scrutinise the school improvement plan and hold school leaders accountable for its delivery. ● Policy Monitoring: Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of policies related to safeguarding, SEND, pupil premium, and equalities. ● Engage with Stakeholders: Listen to and collaborate with pupils, parents, staff, and the wider community, including local employers. ● Representation: Serve on headteacher recruitment panels and participate in Ofsted inspections. Qualities We Seek: ● Confidence: Be confident in contributing your unique perspective. ● Curiosity: Ask questions and seek to understand. ● Challenging Mindset: Provide constructive challenge to improve outcomes. ● Creativity: Bring fresh ideas to the table. Commitment: ● Attend four local governing body meetings per year (approximately 2 hours each). ● Participate in 1-2 monitoring visits to your allocated school. ● Read relevant materials and engage fully during meetings. ● School visits are expected. Interested? If you have the interest and time to contribute, we would love to hear from you. To find out more about what is it like to work for the Federation, please click here. Closing date: 9.00am Friday 17 July 2026 Interviews will be held remotely as soon as practically possible. To apply, please click here. The Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of em