We are looking for Board Members to join the Newham College Corporation.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and dynamic Governing Board and genuinely have an impact on the future success of the college and its students. You will support the development and influence the direction of Newham College at a time of great momentum as we seek grow the organisation and aspire to provide outstanding education and training opportunities for young people and adults.
The work of a Member of the Corporation Board (Governor) in setting the strategic direction and providing leadership is central to the success of the College. By becoming a Governor, you will be joining a high performing board and successful college. This is your opportunity to steer provision that benefits the students, the local community and employers directly. Being a Governor is hugely rewarding and is an opportunity to make a real difference to the communities we serve.
While in some respects the role of the Board of Governors can be summed up as one of exercising “oversight” of the College and its business, the term should not be taken to imply a passive or merely symbolic role. The Board is accountable for the financial solvency, its sound management and the quality of the service which it provides. The Board is also accountable for the proper use of the public funds entrusted to it.
Sound governance requires more than ensuring that the books balance and that the Principal & CEO is getting on with the business of running the College within the parameters established by the governors. Colleges must be able to respond to changes in direction of government policy and anticipate changing needs in their communities. The Corporation Board must be actively involved in reviewing the role of the College and planning and managing change to ensure long term health and success
Recognising our ambitious strategy to provide skills to enable all students, employer partners and our community to thrive.
The College seeks to engage people with a passion for vocational education and a drive for ambition to build on continued success for the benefit of all students, staff and the local community. This should be underpinned with a track record of strong strategic leadership in one of the following areas:
* Quality of Teaching & Learning,
* Digital transformation and AI,
* Financial & Accounting,
* Property Estates & Capital Projects,
* Organisational Development
Term of Office
Governors will serve a 3-year term with the potential of renewal for up to 3 terms.
Time Commitment
Governors are expected to attend 4 Corporation Board meetings, 1 strategic planning day and the occasional College event per academic year. In addition, Governors will be invited to form part of a committee membership, which takes place 3 times a year.
For more information or to speak to Paul Jackson, Chair of the Corporation Board, please contact Judith Nelson, Director of Governance by emailing Judith.nelson@newham.ac.uk.
To Apply:
Please submit a one-page A4 document outlining why you are an excellent fit for this opportunity, along with your CV and email this to recruitment@newham.ac.uk
Closing Date: Tuesday 4th March 2025
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed