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Safeguarding Statement:

Meadow High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and Governors to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

All staff are employed in accordance with our Policies including our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.

Governor Vacancies will be advertised here:

 

October 2026: Our school is recruiting Co-opted Governors

Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives?

We are recruiting TWO Co-opted governors to join our governing body!

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY 23 OCTOBER 2026

 

Meadow High School is an inclusive school committed to providing exceptional education and support for pupils with diverse learning needs. We are seeking two dynamic Co-opted Governors to help shape the strategic direction of the school and ensure the highest standards of achievement, care, and wellbeing.

About the Role

School governors have three main roles:

  1. Ensure clarity of vision, ethos, and strategic direction: the governing body helps to set long-term plans for the school, decide where improvements need to be made, and how to make them.
  2. Hold the headteacher to account for educational performance and staff management through clear key performance indicators. Governors look at the quality of education being offered and ensure the headteacher is doing everything possible to improve outcomes.
  3. Ensuring public funds are spent effectively to support school improvement, which includes overseeing financial performance.

 

In addition, as a Co-opted Governor, you will:

  • Work with the Headteacher and governing body to set strategic priorities
  • Provide support and constructive challenge to leadership
  • Have opportunities to lead committees or special projects, developing governance leadership skills
  • Represent the school in the community and build positive partnerships

 

This is a voluntary role, requiring approximately:

  • Five meetings of the governing body and around six committee meetings per year
  • Around two school visits per term for learning walks or other governance activities, and participation in board development and skills discussions.

Meetings are usually held in school on Monday evenings from around 6pm to 8pm.

 

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be able to:

  • Commit to attending meetings and school visits as described
  • Work collaboratively as part of a governing body
  • Uphold statutory obligations, safeguarding policies, and confidentiality

 

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals who can bring:

  • A broad range of experience across areas such as education, SEND, Finance, HR, Governance, Legal, Estates, or Business Leadership
  • Strong commitment to supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and analytical skills
  • Strategic thinking and the ability to make informed, long-term decisions
  • Enthusiasm for contributing to the leadership and direction of the school

 

We invite applications from anyone who is interested in helping the school be the best it can be. We are particularly seeking applicants with experience in the Finance, Health, Human Resources and Buildings/Health & Safety sector/ background. Full training is also available, and governors are encouraged to attend regular training sessions, either in person or online. Previous governor experience is helpful but not essential — we value skills, experience, and commitment.

 

What You’ll Gain

  • A rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in your community
  • Poitential opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities within committees or projects
  • Professional development and governor training
  • The chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of an inclusive school  

 

Term of Office

Co-Opted Governors are appointed for a four-year term, renewable subject to reappointment. Co-Opted Governors are appointed by the governing body rather than through nomination or election. Applications are welcome from anyone who wishes to contribute to the strategic leadership of the school.

 

How to Apply

Please email the Clerk to the Governing Body, Russell Carpenter, at rcarpenter@meadowhighschool.org

The Clerk will then provide a pack of further information and an application form.

Closing date for applications: Friday 23 October 2026

 

For more information contact: The Clerk to the Governing Body. Please also see the school website at https://www.meadowhighschool.org/. The school is also open to interested parties to have an initial chat with and ask questions of the Chair/Vice Chair ahead of an application. Further information and a recruitment pack is also available from the Clerk to the Governing Body

 

Equal Opportunities: Meadow High School is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We particularly encourage candidates with lived experience of SEND and under-represented groups to apply.

 

Documents to download:

MHS Co-opted Governor recruitment and application information - OCT 2026

MHS 2026 Co-opted Governor recruitment pack - Autumn 2026

MHS Co-opted Governor Application Form - Autumn 26

 

 

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