During my terms of office, I've been involved in a wide range of activities in order to support the school in striving to ensure that all children receive the best possible outcomes and I've also held the role of Vice Chair. Termly, we attend full governing body meetings where we discuss topics such as the school improvement plan, performance data, health & safety, safeguarding and finance issues.  I've also been involved in recruitment processes, headteacher performance management, Ofsted visits, reviewing the curriculum and standards in teaching and learning and undertaken a number of governor training courses.

Being a governor of the school takes a level of commitment, responsibility and enthusiasm, but it's also a very interesting, varied and rewarding opportunity in which you're able to 'give something back' along with a group of like-minded individuals.

 

I am delighted to be appointed to become a parent governor at Palterton Primary School starting in December 2021. I have two children, my daughter attends year 3 and my son in year 1.  My partner grew up in the village, with his family still living in the village. He also attended Palterton Primary School himself as a child. We live in the village and I’m originally from Bolsover. We have close ties in the local area and Palterton.  

Why I chose to be a parent governor, I always want the best experience to enable all our children to be set up for success in life.  For children to thrive, be safe and be happy. I’m keen to support our community for the future of our children. I hope to be a voice for others. 

My back ground is all elements of HR, Learning & Development. I have a real passion for supporting others, fairness and equality. I’m experienced working with large diverse people and organisations. I am currently a Senior Development Consultant working with multiple clients and sectors. With a simple focus of enabling them to be the best that they can be and better than they thought they could be. 

I’m really excited to get involved and get to grips with this role.

 

I have a daughter that attends Palterton Primary School and one that has moved onto Secondary School. Although my background is not in education, I am passionate about helping our school and pupils achieve success, being involved in our school community, and offering support where possible. I am also the treasurer for FoPPS (Friends of Palterton Primary School) our schools PTA Charity, a role I've held for the last two years and one that I've thoroughly enjoyed.

Mr Jack Roberts - Clerk to Governor