Governor at The Grove Junior School at The Grove Junior School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/GJS/74886

Location

Dark Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1QB

Contract Type

Not Applicable

Contract Term

Not Applicable

Salary

This is a voluntary position

Closing Date

6:00pm, 6th Mar 2026

Start Date

As soon as possible

Positions Available

Positions Available 2

Interview Date(s)

TBC

Interview Date(s) TBC

About this Role

Are you passionate about having a real impact in your local community?

We’re looking for new School Governors to help shape the future of Grove Junior School. Your skills, experience, and perspective can make a lasting difference for every child.

As a governor, you’ll:

Influence strategic decisions that improve children’s education and well-being

Support and challenge school leaders to achieve the best outcomes

Work with a committed team to ensure every child thrives

What We’re Looking For

People who care about giving children the best start in life

Ability to commit time to read documents, attend meetings (around 8-10per year), and contribute constructively, as well as coming into school periodically during the school day

Integrity, fairness, and a commitment to safeguarding and equality

Helpful skills (not essential)

finance, law/contracts, data analysis, marketing, or special educational needs.

Why Join Us?

Grove Junior School is a vibrant, caring community where children aged 7–11 thrive. As a three-form entry junior school, on a shared site with The Grove Infant and Nursery School, we offer:

A strong, inclusive ethos focused on confidence, resilience, and lifelong learning, so students leave us for secondary school, they do so with enthusiasm and readiness for the next exciting chapter.