This document provides guidance on governor elections for chairs, vice chairs, parent governors, and staff governors. It outlines that:
- The chair, vice chair, parent governors, and staff governors are elected positions, while other governor roles such as foundation governors are appointed.
- Anyone can be chair or vice chair except the headteacher, staff governors, and associate members. Elections should be held annually and be conducted fairly and transparently by the clerk.
- Parent governor and staff governor vacancies must also be filled through election processes open to eligible candidates and voters.
- The clerk plays a key role in overseeing elections and ensuring procedures are followed properly. Succession planning is also important to identify future