School Board Member, Hensman Street Elementary

Joining the Hensman Street Board is a great opportunity to build genuine board-level governance experience, collaborate with a committed group of professionals and contribute to something that changes outcomes for kids who need it most.

**What you'll gain:**

• Genuine board-level strategic and governance experience, valuable for your CV or future board roles

• Mentorship and support from our Chair, Vice-Chair and Principal

• A close-up view of how a small, values-led school operates

• The chance to shape outcomes for a community that needs strong, thoughtful governance

**Duties include:**

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings and the AGM

• Prepare for meetings by reviewing agendas and supporting documents

• Respond in a timely manner when input or feedback is requested

• Contribute ideas, insights and constructive discussion to support the School's strategic direction

• Exercise your vote as part of Board decision-making

• Act in the best interests of the School and its community

• Support and promote the work of the School within the community where appropriate

**Skills & Attributes:**

• Interest in education and community outcomes

• Strategic thinking and the ability to see the bigger picture

• Willingness to ask questions and contribute ideas

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Organised, with attention to detail

• High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality

• Comfortable with email, Microsoft Teams and document tools

• Connections to community or external networks are welcome but not essential

**Experience:** Board experience is preferred but not essential, we'll support you to get up to speed. We especially welcome applications from people with skills in finance, law, marketing or property, as well as anyone who brings a different background or perspective to the table.

**Getting started:** To apply, please send a current CV and a short cover letter on your interest in the role and what you'd bring to the Board. If you’d like to have an informal chat first or know more before applying, reach out via [++*****@hensmanstreet.wa.edu.au++](mailto:*****@hensmanstreet.wa.au)

** Category **
Education & Training

** Commitment **
Regular - more than 6 months

** Type Of Work **
Governance, Boards & Committees,

** Time Required **
The School Board meets for approximately 90 minutes, eight times per year (twice per school term), usually on a Thursday from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. The next Board meeting is scheduled for 17 September.
The role also requires some time commitment outside of meetings and is appointed for a two-year term.