Governors

Support

We understand and recognise the pivotal role school governors play in shaping and enhancing the educational landscape. Your voluntary commitment holds immense potential for both personal satisfaction and community growth, leaving a lasting impact on young minds and the community.

Our commitment to supporting your vital work is firm. Explore below the range of services tailored to empower governors like you.

Download 10 Commandments for Good Governance

Governor-Ten-Commandments-2024

Termly
Workshops

Benefit from continuous growth and enhance your governor knowledge through termly engaging workshops that address today's educational priorities as well as topics from governor feedback to PaJeS feedback. Delve into presentations from past workshops.

Government Engagement

PaJeS acts as your voice, liaising with government and Ofsted on matters affecting Jewish schools. Through written media we ensure that your governing body remains well-informed on our governmental interactions. More information on Government Engagement.

WhatsApp Networks

Connect and collaborate effortlessly through our dedicated WhatsApp groups for Chairs of Governors and Finance Governors. These networks facilitate information sharing, networking, and mutual support. Email Caroline Garfinkel to join these networks.

Bespoke
support

PaJeS can offer guidance, and may be able to provide bespoke support for issues and concerns that arise for governing bodies. Don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Email Susy Stone for more information.

Voluntary Contributions

PaJeS has published some guidance regarding asking parents and carers for voluntary contributions

Gift Aid

We advise you pay attention to the guide we created for enhancing your income with Gift Aid

Gift Aid 10 Commandments

Overview & Reminder

Take a look at a short presentation with a review and reminder of the key issues

Voluntary Contributions Presentation

Contact Us

If you would like to talk this through in more detail please contact Raisel Freedman, Assistant Director, Public Affairs

Email Raisel

"The time and effort PaJeS as a whole puts into these workshops for governors is really appreciated and they are extremely helpful and informative."

110

110 governors received training in 2022/2023 academic year

34

34 Jewish schools across the country received governor training in 2022/2023

500

Over 500 governors receive our governor newsletter

14

14 experts in education policy, staff and pupil wellbeing, inspection and school governance provided training for our governors in 2022/2023

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Training & Events

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PaJeS subscription

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Job Vacancies

Your school can post their vacancies, both teaching and non-teaching here

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Other sources of governor support and advice

National Governance Association (NGA) Offers some free access and membership options

GovernorHub and The Key for School Governors A subscription service providing a range of resources and support

The School Bus Subscription service similar to The Key

The National College A subscription service offering online CPD for school staff and governors

Schools Week Some free access or subscription to articles about current issues in education

The Times Educational Supplement (TES) Weekly publication aimed at education professionals, some free access and subscription option