Director of Governance

2 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Stanmore College Full time
Stanmore College

Director of Governance

(Permanent part-time, 0.6 contract, term time only, 40 weeks)

Are you driven by a passion for governance and a desire to share your expertise in ensuring effective leadership and compliance? If so, we have an incredible opportunity just for you

About Us:
At Stanmore College, our mission is to transform futures through exceptional education and support. We are committed to helping every student reach their full potential, and we are looking for a dedicated Director of Governance to join our team and be a part of this vital mission.

Our vision:
The college will be an educational hub providing a unique educational destination for local people to acquire the relevant skills, training and education to support them to access and build their career ambitions.

The learning campus will be a flexible and accessible place where staff, students, employers and stakeholders can gather, interrogate, learn, gain skills and progress as well as become a lifetime member of an inclusive learning community.

Our values:
  1. Inclusive: we value all people
  2. Aspirational: We want to do our best to achieve a high level of success
  3. Supportive: We encourage and support each other
  4. Respectful: We show consideration for others
  5. Open and honest: We tell the truth and do not try to deceive people
  6. Innovation: We step outside our comfort zone trying things in new ways
  7. Safeguarding: We believe in protecting people’s health, wellbeing and human rights
  8. Ambitions: We encourage students to exceed their expectations
  9. Student focus: We actively involve students
  10. Collaborative: We adopt multiple educational approaches

The Role:
The Director of Governance role will play a crucial part in providing strategic direction and leadership in the development and implementation of governance policies and procedures, safeguarding the interests of the college. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the college's governance structures and policies are transparent, accountable and align with the college's mission, values and strategic objectives. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will ensure governance practices support the achievement of educational excellence.

Why this role matters:
The Director of Governance will be essential in ensuring the college maintains robust and effective governance. You will have the unique opportunity to:
  1. Lead governance strategy: Oversee the development and implementation of governance policies that support the college’s mission and strategic goals.
  2. Provide strategic advice: Work closely with the board and senior leadership to provide guidance on governance issues, helping to improve decision-making and accountability.
  3. Build strong relationships: Facilitate communication between the board, senior leaders, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth governance operations.

Why Join Stanmore College?
  1. Be part of a college that values innovation, creativity, and collaboration.
  2. Work in a supportive and inclusive environment with ample opportunities for professional development.
  3. Play a key role in helping students achieve their goals and open doors to future opportunities.

How to Apply:
If you are ready to inspire and support students on their journey to success, we want to hear from you Please submit your application and a cover letter detailing your experience and passion by logging on to Stanmore College website.

Salary Scale: Circa £60,000 per annum pro rata

Closing Date: Friday, 10th January 2025

Shortlisting Date: Tuesday, 14th January 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday, 21st January 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications or source a suitable candidate. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Note: Successful candidates will be contacted for interviews. Stanmore College reserves the right not to make an appointment if a suitable candidate is not identified.

Join Stanmore College and help us transform futures one student at a time.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Director of Governance

(Permanent part-time, 0.6 contract, term time only, 40 weeks)

Job location: Stanmore College, Stanmore Campus
Faculty: Cross College
Reporting to: Principal and Chair of Governors

Purpose of the role:
  1. Responsible for providing independent, high-quality advice and guidance on statutory, constitutional, operational, procedural and ethical issues.
  2. Accountable to the corporation, through the Chair, on all matters relating to their duties.
  3. A strategic leadership position responsible for ensuring high standards of governance.
  4. Provide leadership, advice and support in all governance activities and compliance.
  5. Provide regular advice and support to all governors.
  6. Lead and execute a Programme of continuous governance improvement.
  7. Support the corporation in evaluating their effectiveness and give advice on sector developments.
  8. Keep abreast of current and emerging guidance and legislation.
  9. Take action if the corporation appears to be at risk of acting outside their powers.

Duties
  1. Promote sound standards of governance.
  2. Review legislative and regulatory developments.
  3. Independently brief the Chair and governors on current issues.
  4. Develop and implement an effective annual governance plan.
  5. Ensure effective risk identification and management.
  6. Provide advice and support to the Chair, Vice Chair, and committee Chairs.
  7. Draft all statutory documentation on behalf of the board.
  8. Liaise with external counterparts and stakeholders.
  9. Anticipate and respond to stakeholder requirements.
  10. Membership of project groups or sub-committees.

General Duties:
  1. Participate in staff review/performance management processes.
  2. Ensure health and safety of self and others.
  3. Pursue equal opportunities throughout all college activities.
  4. Undertake any other tasks appropriate to the level of this post.
  5. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education including Prevent
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
  • Selection events will explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

The postholder can be required to carry out any other duties consistent with the grade of the post, at any site on which the College may operate.

This job description is current at the date shown below and is liable to variation by management within a reasonable timescale.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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