Introduction to school governance

Searching for ways to develop yourself professionally this year? Wanting to contribute to your local community? Or wondering how you can support the education of children and young people? Becoming a school governor could be the answer! 1:09 What does Governors for Schools do? 2:14 Why is Oxford Brookes University partnering with Governors for Schools? 8:08 What is a school governor? 8:44 Why become a school governor? 9:30 What makes a good school governor? 10:15 Why do we need school governors? 11:15 Helen Hall (Oxford Brookes UK Recruitment & Admissions Director) and her experience as a school governor 17:44 Denis Oxdemir (Oxford Brookes alumnus and Quantity Surveyor) and his experience as a school governor 21:32 Governor responsibilities 27:05 Governor vs. Trustee 28:39 Commitment 31:59 How will you benefit? 33:15 Training and support 34:11 Next steps to apply Q&A 36:36 What is a link governor? 38:29 What does the selection process look like? 39:48 Time management 16:50 Difference between trustees and governors