Our Governors are proud to be part of The White Horse Federation Multi-Academy Trust
Welcome to The White Horse Federation
The White Horse Federation is a not-for-profit Multi-Academy Trust. We support and sponsor Primary, Secondary and Special Schools across Wiltshire, Swindon, Oxfordshire and Berkshire
Our shared vision of excellence through partnership means we are committed to supporting and celebrating what makes a school great - the kind of place every member of our Trust would be proud to send their own children to
The White Horse Federation combines a strong drive for academic excellence with a shared moral purpose and core values We believe schools should be places of both high achievement and genuine happiness By working in partnership with our schools, pupils, families and communities, we help create the best possible outcomes for every child
We support and empower our staff through high quality training, development and career opportunities, enabling us to attract and retain outstanding staff who are leaders in their field This ensures every student can reach their full potential - regardless of their background, culture, heritage or ability
A Trust Appointed Governor
We are seeking a person who:
Has an open and enquiring mind
Shows a willingness to listen and make informed judgements
Is able to work well with others
Is interested in education generally and our school in particular
Has a desire to play a part in improving our school
Is willing to give up to 15 hours per term to attend meetings and training
If you match the above description, you could be the very person to become a Trust Appointed governor Everyone has something to offer and we want people from as many backgrounds and interests as possible
In return we can offer:
An insight into the wider perspective of the school through long-term planning
A chance to develop skills in strategic leadership.
Training to develop an understanding of specific school leadership issues
A sense of achievement in making a difference to our school
The pleasure of seeing children thrive and become successful learners
The opportunity to work with our team of Trustees, Governors and staff in improving our school
The Role
The LGC is a committee of the Board of Trustees and has an assurance role We provide support and challenge to the school’s leadership on behalf of the Trustees
The role of the Local Governance Committee (LGC) of our school:
Supporting the Executive Leaders and Headteacher in their monitoring role, within the context of the school’s key performance indicators
Supporting the Executive Leaders in their role regarding duty of care for Headteachers
Supporting the Headteachers in their role regarding duty of care for staff
Understanding and supporting the strategic planning undertaken by the Headteacher, SLT and the executives of TWHF
Adding strength and integrity to evidence cited by the leadership team through; questioning, visiting to see for yourself, and considering triangulated evidence
Collaborating with governors and school leadership teams from other TWHF schools as well as Trustees and Executive Leaders to consider the impact of decisions
Expectations
Link to the Community
Governors are the link between the school and the community We need governors who represent all those with an interest in the wellbeing and reputation of the school
Valued Time
We are all busy people but we volunteer so we can help to improve education in the local community Our work also provides us with personal development
Teamwork
We work together as a team, with a collective responsibility
Diversity and Inclusion
Local Governance Committees seek individuals from as many different backgrounds as possible, to reflect the community the school serves Everyone has something to offer Free training is available to develop an understanding of strategic school improvement
