Co-opted Governor

Lawnswood School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 5AG

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  11 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  20 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Casual
• Hourly rate: voluntary role

What skills and experience we're looking for

At Lawnswood School we are looking for a co-opted governor to join our team of dedicated volunteers. As a governor you will be a volunteer who makes a vital contribution to the success of the school. We are seeking individuals who have a genuine interest and commitment to education, with the right skills and experience to deliver effective governance.

What the school offers its staff

Lawnswood School is a successful secondary school situated in north west Leeds. Our vibrant and harmonious school community truly reflects the cosmopolitan nature of Leeds. Treating every student as an individual, we are renowned for excellent pastoral care, which promotes excellent achievement for all. This was endorsed by our 'Good' Ofsted judgements in October 2013, May 2018, and again in September 2023. The 'Good' Judgement, across all four categories, described teaching as 'good' and 'outstanding' which promotes "effective learning and positive relationships". (Ofsted). In addition, our commitment to inclusion enables all students to achieve their full potential. "The school provides very good care and support for all students."(Ofsted)

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

School governors have three main roles.

• Governors ensure clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction. The governing body helps to set long-terms plans for the school, decide where improvements need to be made and how to make them.
• Governors hold the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and the effective and efficient performance management of staff. The governing body looks at the quality of education being offered and ensures the head is doing everything possible to improve results.
• Governors oversee the financial performance of the school and make sure its money is well spent.

This role may be particularly of interest if you have skills in finance/accounting, human resources, data or education but we invite applications from anyone who is interested in helping the school be the best it can be. Full training is provided and governors are encouraged to attend regular training sessions, either in person or online.

As a governor you will be supporting your local community, as well as utilising your own transferable skills and experience in another environment.

We are looking for someone who can attend approximately ten full governing body meetings per year. Meetings are held in school, on weekday evenings from around 5.30pm-7.30pm. Governors also spend time in school during the day (around two visits per term).

You must be 18 or over to apply and all governors must have Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and s128 checks. If you would like to find out more please emailjennie.hill@elawnswood.co.uk for further information and an application form.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an online search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available online.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Lawnswood School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1396 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lawnswood School website
• Email address: jennie.hill@elawnswood.co.uk
• Phone number: 0113 284 4020
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lawnswood-school

Again, rated a 'Good' school by Ofsted in September 2023, Lawnswood School is set in North Leeds and has a wide catchment area and a diverse intake of students from cultural backgrounds and socio-economic groups.
Under stable leadership and a supportive and inspiring leadership team, Lawnswood School offers opportunities for professional challenge and personal development.

Arranging a visit to Lawnswood School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jennie.hill@elawnswood.co.uk.

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