The governing body usually meets at least once a term. Many Governors also sit on one or two of the committees that look in detail at areas such as finance, the curriculum, staffing or the premises. Being a governor involves more than just taking an interest, though that is an important part of the job. Governors can learn a lot by visiting the school and talking to staff. It also means regularly putting aside some spare time in the evenings and occasionally at weekends, the amount of time varies widely, depending on how involved you become and what needs doing.
Governors have a legal right to ask their employer for unpaid leave.
Governors are people like you Don't be put off from applying because you are not an expert. If you can answer 'Yes' to these questions, and you live, work or have an interest in the area, then you already have the makings of a school governor. Governors need to work closely with others to make good decisions and make sure that their decisions are followed up. Governors need to ask questions, gather views and then decide what is in the school's best interests. It helps to be a listener - you will stand a much better chance of understanding how the school ticks.