Shape the Future of Education — Become a School Governor and Make a Real Difference in Your Community

At Dunton and Wrestlingworth, we believe every child is like a mustard seed- growing, thriving, and flourishing within our Church school family.

Our schools nurture every child, helping them grow through excellent teaching and care. We inspire children to embrace opportunities, take on responsibilities, and enjoy the experiences life brings. Each individual is valued, welcomed, and supported to become the very best they can be, strengthened by the love of God.

Whoever you are, you are welcome here.

Wrestlingworth Infant and Dunton Junior C of E Schools Federation are seeking several new governors to join our Governing Body as Co-opted and Foundation Governors.

School governors play a vital strategic role in supporting school leaders through their skills, experience, insight and commitment to education.

Although this is a voluntary position, you will become part of a friendly, supportive and dedicated governing team that contributes significantly to the continued growth and success of our two small village schools.

We are looking for individuals who have:

• A passion for helping every child achieve their full potential and a commitment to ensuring all pupils have access to a safe, positive and inclusive school environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. The role involves attending regular governors’ meetings (5 per year, usually held in the evenings and currently a mixture of face-to-face and online), as well as carrying out school visits.
• An open-minded, honest and objective approach, with the ability to make balanced and informed decisions.

Experience or specialist skills in areas such as finance, budget management, data analysis, human resources or health and safety would be welcomed, although these are not essential. We are also seeking active members of the church and community who will help uphold the schools’ Christian ethos.

No previous experience in education or school governance is required, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Time Commitment

• 5 meetings per year (approximately 3 hours each), held online

• 2–3 in-person meetings per year with the link governor area you support

Please note these are unpaid voluntary roles.

If you are interested in becoming a governor and would like to find out more, please email hr@duntonwrestlingworth.co.uk or call either school office to arrange a conversation or visit with our Headteacher.

We would be delighted to welcome you for a visit to either school.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups, as we believe diverse perspectives strengthen governance.

Wrestlingworth Infant and Dunton Junior CofE Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, governors, volunteers and contractors to share this commitment.  The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).