The role of a foundation governor provides many opportunities to support the amazing work of our schools by securing the Christian character of all our schools, as such the Board of Education policy is to appoint practicing Christian (attend church at least monthly, links below for the online nominations forms) as Foundation Governors. The Department for Education has 3 key priorities for governors:-
- Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
- Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent
- Holding the headteacher to account for the education performance for the school and its pupil.
What’s it Like to be a Governor?
Hear from Jody, a school governor as she talks about the joys of being a governor.
Appointment of Foundation Governors
- Primary School Nomination – Foundation Governor Application (Primary School) – Fill in the form here.
- Primary Confidential PCC reference – PCC Reference – Foundation Governor Application (Primary School) PCC Reference- Confidential – Fill in the form here.
- Secondary School Nomination – Foundation Governor Application (Secondary School) – Fill in the form here.
We recognise that being a foundation governor is a calling and a way of serving God in our local communities. It is to be undertaken with prayer and dedication, and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. These are key and influential roles that can help bring the kingdom of God more fully into our world, sitting as they do at the heart of a network of relationships which includes children and young people, parents, staff, clergy, the Diocese, local authorities, DfE and organisations within the wider community.
If you have the time and skills, and Christian commitment please consider becoming a Foundation Governor by contacting:
Rev Dawn Harrison
Diocesan Schools’ Adviser (Governance and Admissions)
E: dawn.harrison@liverpool.anglican.org