School Governor

We currently have exciting opportunities for individuals to join the governing body of the Federation of Broughton and West Tytherley Primary Schools.

Both schools value their partnership with the local community, which brings great benefits to the children. One of the most significant ways you can help in promoting this is to volunteer to be a governor on our governing board.

The role of school governor is a rewarding one and it will enable you to meet new people and to work as part of a team. You will gain new knowledge and skills and will be able to bring a valuable perspective to the work of the board. 

Governors do not need to be parents, nor do they need to be education professionals. They just need to be individuals who have an interest in education, who want to give something back to their communities, and who are keen to see future generations thrive. 

The governing body's main tasks are:

• to ensure that the school has a clear vision, ethos and strategic direction;
• to hold the Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the schools and their pupils; and
• to oversee the financial performance of the schools, making sure that money is well spent.

The role of a governor involves monitoring activity at both schools, through observational visits and document review, and attendance and participation at governing body meetings over the course of the school year. We are keen that our governors participate as much as they can in the life of both schools by supporting events such as performances, sports day, assemblies and much more - but we also realise that governors often have many other demands on their time.  It is a demanding role, but is very fulfilling.

Governing bodies are more effective when they can draw on a range of skills, knowledge and perspectives – so diversity in membership is desirable. We feel sure there are members of our community who are prepared to take on this important role and to give their time and commitment to helping us to continue to improve the schools’ performance, and to play their part in ensuring our pupils fulfil their aspirations.

We would particularly like to hear from you if you have skills and knowledge in accounting and finance, or social media / marketing. But we welcome all applications and full training and support will be available to help you develop into the role. This includes in-house mentoring and support, and access to external governor training.

If you would like to find out more, a short video is available on the Hampshire Services for Schools website (hants.gov.uk/governors-volunteer) which provides information on the role of a governor.  If you would like to learn more about our schools and what we do, please contact Derek Smith, our Chair of Governors, on 07881 501836 or by email at dereksmith@sdanalytica.com. If you simply want to apply,  please contact either school office for an application form. 

Please note, that for the protection of children, all governor appointments are subject to identity and DBS checks.

We very much look forward to speaking to you, and to receiving your application. Our deadline for applications is Wednesday 9 July. 

Broughton Primary School

1:1 SEND Learning Support Assistant

Closing date: Friday 23rd May 2025

Job Start Date: 3rd September 2025

Contract/Hours: Fixed-term, Part-time

Salary Type: Support Staff

Salary Details: HAMPSHIRE Grade B/C (depending on experience)

Salary Pro-Rata: £18053/18337 (FTE - £24027/£24405)

Hours of Work: 32.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8.30-3.30pm (with ½ hour lunch) job share considered – term time only

Location of Role: Broughton Primary School

Contact e-mail address: adminoffice@broughton.hants.sch.uk

Job/Person Summary

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners with special needs?

We are looking to appoint a caring 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant with energy and enthusiasm, and experience of supporting students with interaction and communication needs. This role is to support a named child to enable the student to achieve their full learning potential and facilitate their personal, academic and social development as they start their school journey in reception.

The successful candidate will be committed to the highest possible levels of achievement for every pupil. Working one to one with students and small groups under teacher guidance, they will have a positive, therapeutic approach, coupled with good behaviour management. They will need to show initiative and have a good understanding of the Early years Curriculum. Your ability to form positive relationships will be crucial in creating a supportive learning environment.

We can offer a supportive team and a positive, problem solving working environment that puts children at the heart of everything we do. In a charming, rural location Broughton primary school is really part of the local community. Our staff are hardworking and everyone is valued and listened to.

Broughton is one of two village schools which make up the Federation of Broughton and West Tytherley. Under the Federation, each school remains separate but works together under a single Governing Body and an Executive Head Teacher - Mrs. Macey. Each school retains its unique character, and both Broughton and West Tytherley pride themselves on their caring, small-school approach where children are known and valued as individuals. The federation provides a friendly and forward thinking environment to work in and we offer an excellent induction and professional development opportunities beyond those available to individual village schools. 

We understand that good quality education comes from good quality teaching and we strive to ensure that all staff are supported to reach their potential. We provide an effective and supportive program of CPD which is adapted to meet the current needs of the staff. We are not only able to offer opportunities for growth within the federation but we also work more widely with other schools in our cluster to provide unique opportunities for all our students, such as outdoor learning days.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and welcomed.

For further information about our school please visit our school website at www.broughton.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.