Overview and Scrutiny Committee vacancies
Education, Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee vacancies
Parent governor – 2 positions
All parent governors of Birmingham Local Authority maintained schools will receive an email inviting nominations to fill 2 parent governor representative (PGR) positions on the council’s Education, Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Under the Parent Governor Representatives (England) Regulations 2001, local authorities must appoint at least 2 parent governor representatives to overview and scrutiny committees that consider education matters.
About the role
Parent governor representatives participate fully in scrutiny committee meetings and bring a non-political, parental perspective to help scrutinise the council’s education functions and decision making.
This role is ideal if you are someone who is passionate about:
- accountability
- transparency
- improving public services
You will gain valuable experience in:
- public scrutiny
- decision-making
- governance.
Appointments will be for a 4-year term of office starting in May 2026.
Successful candidates will be expected to attend approximately 9 in-person meetings a year, with flexibility to attend additional meetings.
Training
Induction training will be provided.
Annual allowance
You will be paid an annual allowance of £909 to cover travel and other expenses.
How to apply
If you have not received an email inviting nominations and believe you are eligible, email: governors@birmingham.gov.uk.
If you need further information, or want to discuss the role informally, email the scrutiny team: amanda.j.simcox@birmingham.gov.uk
More about the Education, Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee
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Page last updated: 3 March 2026
