Job Introduction
Want to help shape the future of your local school? Volunteer to become a school governor at New Milton Infant School and help children fulfil their aspirations:
Impact: Governors help shape the strategic direction of a school, influencing decisions that affect pupils’ learning and wellbeing.
Community Contribution: It’s a chance to give back by supporting schools to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
Professional Development: The role builds valuable skills in leadership, finance, HR, and strategic planning—beneficial in both personal and professional contexts.
Insight into Education: Governors gain a deeper understanding of how schools operate and the challenges they face.
Collaboration: Working with a diverse board and school leadership fosters teamwork and shared purpose.
You do not have to be a parent or an education professional to be a school governor – schools value a diverse range of skills and perspectives. What matters is commitment and a passion for education.
Support For New Governors
The School Governance Team at Hampshire County Council provides a comprehensive support package for new school governors to help them succeed in their role.
This includes a structured induction programme, access to a wide range of free training courses, and ongoing advice from the School Governance Team.
New governors are guided through the essentials of school governance, including safeguarding, finance, and school improvement.
For further details on becoming a school governor, please go to Make a difference – join Hampshire’s school governance community | Hampshire Services for Schools, or contact the Chair of Governors at New Milton Infant School via the school office 01425 610568 office@nmis.hants.sch.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
