Governor (based at Horncastle Primary School-Bowl Alley Lane, Horncastle, Lincolnshire, LN9 5EH) at Wellspring Academy Trust

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/WAT/91456

Location

Digital Media Centre, County Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2JW

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Not Applicable

Salary

Volunteer, expenses only

Closing Date

1:00pm, Tue 30th Jun, 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

About this Role

Are you interested in improving children’s education and giving back to your local community? This voluntary role is a critical function within education, now more than ever. If you are over 18 and have a little spare time, you could become a School Governor.

What Does a Governor Do?

The Governing Body works together as a collective to:

Set the strategic vision and values for the school
Hold the Principal to account for educational standards and staffing performance
Oversee the school’s financial health, ensuring good value for public money; and
Engage with the local community and stakeholders to build support.

What Is The Commitment?

The Governing Body for Horncastle Primary School meets five times a year for approximately two hours per meeting, usually on Tuesday afternoons starting at 2.30pm. Meetings are held at our school site, with the flexibility to join online also. You will need to set aside some time to review documents beforehand, and you will be invited to take part in strategic monitoring visits and school events throughout the year.

What Skills and Qualities are we looking for?

We are seeking individuals who:

Embody strong ethics and values.
Are passionate about innovative approaches to education.
Believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed.

No prior experience in education is necessary; we value diverse perspectives and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

How Being A Governor Will Benefit You

Being a Governor provides a unique opportunity to make a positive social impact while aiding your own personal and professional development:

● Leadership: Development of strategic leadership skills.

● Networking: Expansion of professional networks.

● Skills: Building of governance, compliance, and financial acumen.

● Growth: Personal growth and building of confidence.

About Our School

We believe every single pupil is important. Our goal is for every child to feel happy, motivated, and excited to learn. We want our pupils to love their school life, grow as individuals, and thrive in every way.

Inclusion and well-being are at the heart of our school. We are dedicated to making sure our children feel safe and that they enjoy good physical and mental health. Our core values of Responsibility, Respect, and Resilience guide everything we do—from our curriculum and our relationships to our daily routines.

We are committed to serving our local community and improving the lives and life chances of our pupils and their families. We seek to be at the heart of community initiatives, working with local charities and other organisations within the town, whether that be through the establishment of Horncastle United, supporting and developing the Youth Club or linking with others to provide financial and practical support to our pupils to ensure that they have access to all they need for day to day life.

If you are community minded and would like to be part of our family to help support these and other initiatives, we would be happy to show you around at a mutually convenient time and begin a discussion with you.

Details of the school vision can be found on our website: https://www.horncastleprimary.co.uk/

You can help make a difference, please join us and help shape the future of our children’s education.

Further Information:

If you would like an informal discussion about this vacancy, please contact Governance Professional, Mel Gibbons, at m.gibbons@wellspringacademies.org.uk.

If you would like to apply for this post, please complete our application form which can be found on this link: https://forms.gle/9gSqdfdsMoLfkSTh9

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-appointment checks, including section 128 checks, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you require any support with completing your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/ countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.