Understanding Governance - roles & responsibilities

We have a statutory role in the governance and leadership of more than 120 schools, and through our parish network we know that church members serve as governors and trustees in lots more settings as well.

When we appoint trustees and governors we ask them to promote the Church of England’s Vision for Education. It is our strong desire that all children should flourish and be fulfilled, each in their own unique and individual way. We want schools to be places of rich endeavour where the God-given gifts of every child can be revealed.

To do this we need partners with a wide range of skills and experience. Great trustees and governors come from all walks of life regardless of role or responsibility, we would love to talk more with anyone who has a passion for promoting the vision for education and the capacity to fulfil the role of member, governor or trustee.

Training & Support

To support great governance the diocese offers a range of training and support, we also convene governor, trustee and governance officer networks, and conduct reviews of governance.

If you would like find a vacancy on a Governing Body or Trust Board near you, email us and we will signpost you to the nearest school/trust that have a vacancy.