Governor Vacancies at King’s School Rochester
An opportunity has arisen to join the Governing Body at King’s School, Rochester. Governors are responsible for the strategic direction and vision of the school and overseeing financial performance. King’s School Governors are also Directors and Trustees of the School with legal responsibilities.
King’s Rochester is a mixed, non-selective, Church of England, all-through school with nursery classes and sixth form situated in Rochester, Kent. It is an independent school with boarding provision and an associate member of the Woodard Foundation. A smaller than average school, King’s Rochester provides 800 places for nursery, preparatory, senior and sixth-form students between the ages of 3 and 18 when fully subscribed.
The oldest choir school and the second oldest school in the world, King’s Rochester has roots dating back to the founding of Rochester Cathedral in the year 604 AD. King Henry VIII refounded the school in 1542.
We are seeking dynamic and motivated individuals to expand the competencies of the existing Governing Body. We are seeking applications from high-calibre professionals and particularly welcome applicants with experience in the independent education sector or; SEND and EHC Plans; communications and marketing; compliance and audit.
The role is non-remunerated, but expenses will be paid. The role will require a commitment of around ten days a year which will include attending Governors Meetings, serving on one of the Committees and attending training and development opportunities. There will also be an opportunity to be an active member of the King’s community and attend school events throughout the year.
To apply, please send your C.V and covering letter to recruitment@kings-rochester.co.uk.
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. King’s Rochester is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
All disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job as set out in the job description and person specification will be guaranteed an interview.
King’s Rochester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and fulfils all its responsibilities under current Child Protection and Safeguarding legislation in accordance with good practice in the care of young people, especially those living away from home. We expect all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be expected to undergo Child Protection screening appropriate to the post including
Disclosure and Barring Service checks and allow checks on their background and identity including checks with past employers and suitable referees.
The appointment will be conditions upon successful outcomes of these checks and also on a successful Enhanced DBS and Children’s Barred List check.
The School has a legal responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, you will need to provide original documents verifying that you are eligible to work in the UK to the interview. Details of these will be provided in the invitation to interview.
