Use Your Skills to Make a Difference With Us

 Are you a professional looking for a meaningful way to contribute to your community?

Do you want to develop strategic leadership skills while supporting a thriving school?

Earley St Peter’s CE Primary School is seeking a Foundation Governor to join its Local Governing Board.

Why Become a Governor?

This role offers an opportunity to make an impact by supporting the education and future success of local children. It also provides valuable professional development, offering experience in strategic leadership, finance, and governance. Governors work alongside professionals from different sectors, broadening their networks and leadership experience.

Governors play a key role in shaping the school’s direction, ensuring high standards of education, and overseeing financial decisions.

 About Earley St Peter’s CE Primary School

We are a large, diverse, and inclusive primary school in Earley, near Reading. As part of The Keys Academy Trust, a well-established multi-academy trust specialising in primary education, we benefit from a strong network of schools committed to excellence. The Trust provides support in leadership, curriculum development, and governance while ensuring each school retains its unique identity.

Our school is built on the vision of "Building Strong Foundations for the Future," inspired by the parable of the wise and foolish builders (Matthew 7:24-27). We aim to provide every child with the best possible start in life, guided by the values of kindness, respect, honesty, forgiveness, and service.

As a Church of England school, our ethos is shaped by Christian principles, but we warmly welcome governors from all backgrounds and beliefs who share our commitment to these values.

What Does a Governor Do?

Governors are volunteers who contribute to the school’s success by providing strategic leadership, ensuring accountability, and overseeing financial decisions. They help shape the school’s long-term vision, monitor performance, and support leadership in decision-making. They also ensure that resources are well-managed and used effectively.

We are particularly interested in professionals with expertise in finance, human resources, legal, or corporate governance, but we welcome applications from anyone passionate about education and community leadership.

What’s the Commitment?

Governors attend six Local Governing Board meetings and six committee meetings per year, which are held in person or online, during the day or evening. They also engage with the school through occasional visits to understand its daily operations.

A full induction and ongoing professional development opportunities are provided to support governors in their role.

How to Apply

You must be 18 or over and able to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you are interested, please contact clerk@earley-st-peters.wokingham.sch.uk to learn more.

Your skills and experience could help shape the future of our school—join us in making a difference.