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