School Governor
North Star 180°, Bath, BA2 5RF19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
16 February 2026
Closing date
8 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
16 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Casual
Full-time equivalent salary
- Voluntary Role
School Governor job summary
Join North Star 180 as a School Governor - Part time | 6 Board meetings per year | Voluntary role
Make a Difference in Education and Your Community!
Are you passionate about making a difference in education and your local community? North Star 180°, a SEND Academy based in Bath and part of the North Star Academy Trust, is looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals to join our governing board.
About Us:
North Star Academy Trust (NSAT) is a growing Multi-Academy Trust in South West England, specializing in social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) education. Our schools provide specialist support to students and assist mainstream schools in improving SEMH outcomes. At North Star, we believe every student deserves an education that prepares them for a happy, fulfilled, and meaningful life.
Role and Responsibilities: As a Governor, you will:
• Shape the strategic direction of our school.
• Support and challenge our leadership team.
• Engage with stakeholders and the community.
• Identify and address issues and risks.
• Collaborate with fellow Governors.
• Monitor and evaluate performance.
• Ensure every pupil receives the best possible education.
Who We’re Looking For:
No previous experience in education is necessary – just a willingness to learn and make a positive impact. We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:
• Health or Social Care
• Facilities/Estates
• Marketing/PR
• Health & Safety
• Technology/Data Analysis
• Project Management
• Performance Management
• Recent experience in the education system
What’s Involved:
• Attend 6 board meetings per year, in person at the school.
• Contribute to discussions on school strategy, finances, and pupil welfare.
• Access training and support to help you succeed.
• Work with a supportive team of governors and school leaders.
Why Join Us?
• Make a real difference to the lives of children and young people in Bath.
• Develop new skills in governance, leadership, and strategic planning.
• Gain valuable experience for your CV and personal development.
North Star Academy Trust is an equal opportunity organization. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and lived experiences, particularly those underrepresented in governance roles. Training and support will be provided.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About North Star 180°
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 16
- School size
- 103 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- North Star 180° website
School location
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