Our chair of Governors, Ms Tina Staples, can be contacted via the academy address at 217 Wennington Road, Rainham, Essex, RM13 9XA.

All governors can be contacted via Jane Thompson: j.thompson@harrisrainham.org.uk

The Governing Body of Harris Rainham Sixth Form

The Academy is a member of the Harris Federation. Ultimate responsibility for the Academy rests with the Board of Trustees of the Federation, (Federation governance details and scheme of delegation can be found here)  however, much of the work of the Board is delegated to the Local Governing Body (the Governors of the Academy).

Some Governors are appointed by the Federation whilst others are elected by parents or guardians of students at the Academy or by staff. The details of the Governors at Harris Rainham Sixth Form are shown below.

The Chair of the Academy Governing Body at Harris Rainham Sixth Form is Ms Tina Staples who can be contacted via the following address - Harris Rainham Sixth Form, 217 Wennington Road, Rainham, Essex  RM13 9XA.

The Clerk to the Governors is Mrs Jane Thompson who can be contacted on 01708 552811 or emailed at j.thompson@harrisrainham.org.uk

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Governance & Scheme of Delegation (Academies)

Within England, there are over 300,000 School/Academy Governors, who form the largest volunteer force in the country.

The roles of individual Governors, and subsequently members of a Governing Body, work collectively to perform a strategic role and carry out key functions such as:

• Discuss and set the aims and objectives for the Academy.
• Set the required policies for achieving those aims and objectives.
• Set the required targets for achieving those aims and objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress that the Academy is making towards its set aims and objectives.
• Finally, the role of the Academy Governor is to be a source of challenge and support to the Principal, i.e. a 'critical friend.'

Governor Link Responsibilities

Becoming a governor

School governors are people who want to make a positive contribution to children's education. The role of the school governor is demanding but very rewarding and is a good way to give back to your local community.

You don't have to have children at the school to be a governor. However, you do have to be over 18 and pass a formal check for your suitability to be within a school. No specific qualifications are required but there are certain expectations. What's really important is that you have energy, enthusiasm, time and a real desire to help provide children with the best possible education.

Governors come from all sections of the community and all walks of life. They can be parents, staff at the school, residents in the locality or representatives of local churches or businesses. It is important that you can work as part of a team and can give commitment to the school.

If you are interested in being a governor, please contact the school on j.thompson@harrisrainham.org.uk or telephone 01708 552811 for an informal chat or further information.