Steve, once again returned to give us a lecture and further information on the role of a Governing once again. He told us that the Government had decided to rule 'stake holders' over experts. Yet still, from what we learnt, there will be tension regardless. This lecture, like his previous one was very interesting, we found out that Govenors have to 'hold the school to account' and it is them, who have to be satisfied with a school's progress. In connection to a Governing body, Steve told us about the role of a critical friend, someone who offers constructive criticism, and a role of the Headteacher, who simply runs the school.
Steve introduced us on the methods used when people have interviews for a job within a school. Usually, there are 2-5 Govenors present during a job interview. If a Govenor is at their usual job when the interview is taking place, they must get the time off paid work- yet, should the school expect Govenors to loose money? A Govenors vote is just as valid as a Headteachers, yet, this raises the debate of 'non-expert vs expert.'
Govenors may visit their school randomly see how they are doing, or often for a school celebration like a carol concert. There are two people who cannot be stopped coming into a school, these are inspectors and Govenors, however, meetings are often arranged. Govenors are always present as important event.
Regular teachers may often be asked to present at a Governing body meeting, where the structure and plans are very secure and fixed. Steve alo told us that every school needs a SENCO (Special educational needs coordination officer) and a special educational needs Govenor.
It was interesting to further develop our knowledge on the role of a Governing body. It really shocks me the actual influence and power the can hold in an educational environment, it is like they are the foundation of the school ethos, and everything else is built around them.
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