Governor

Summary

To apply, please submit a covering letter and completed application form to jobs@rgs.newcastle.sch.uk by 9.00am Monday 6th October 2025.

Detail

Governor

Required as soon as available

RGS Newcastle is seeking to appoint up to four new Governors to join the School’s Governing Board. We are looking to appoint two governors in the 2025 / 2026 academic year and two further for the start of the 2026 / 2027 academic year. We are specifically seeking individuals with experience of leadership roles in the following areas:

1. Property (or estates management);

2. Human Resources;

3. Performing Arts;

4. Health & Safety; and

5. Fundraising.

Applicants will be welcomed from the private or public sectors, from within our network of parents and Old Novos or those brand new to our community. Individuals will find the voluntary role of Governor challenging yet rewarding and will be able to contribute to the ongoing success of our thriving day school, which has remained at the forefront of North East education for 500 years.

We are looking for Governors who will help deliver our School’s strategic development plan and ensure that the School meets its compliance, legal and financial requirements. The Board has responsibility for the stewardship of the School’s extensive resources and to use these to the best level in the provision of outstanding education for students.

Click here to read more about our strategic direction.

A Governor will have the ability to communicate with all stakeholders from students to parents, Old Novocastrians and donors, through to the wider educational and business communities.

The role of Governor is not remunerated although travel and other reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. There is a comprehensive induction process and there is ongoing training provided, which Governors will be expected to attend. Governors are required to attend termly meetings of the Governing Board, and occasional committee or working group meetings, depending on their area of expertise. A time commitment of approximately 3 days per term can be expected.

Becoming a school Governor is a rewarding opportunity to help shape the future of a school and support the success of its pupils. Governors play a vital role in setting the strategic direction of the School, holding leaders to account, and ensuring financial oversight. You don’t need to be an expert in education — just someone with a commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people. The role also offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional development, including experience in leadership, strategic planning, and governance, and working with a strong team of successful national leaders in their fields.

To apply, please submit a covering letter and completed application form to jobs@rgs.newcastle.sch.uk by 9.00am Monday 6th October 2025.

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Documents

• RGS Governor- Role Information 2025 PDF Document