Wirral Met College
College Governor
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College Governor
College Governor - Wirral Metropolitan College
We are looking for a College Governor to join our team. This is a voluntary position in which you can play a central role in supporting learners, employers, and the local economy.
Why Join Us?
At Wirral Metropolitan College, our purpose is to provide inclusive, high-quality education and training opportunities to meet the aspirations of students and the needs of the local community.
To achieve this, we live our core values:
- We are Ambitious
- We are Resilient
- We are Inclusive
- We are Empowering
- We are Accountable
Job Purpose / Key Responsibilities
- Attending in-person Board meetings at our Birkenhead campuses four times a year
- Joining Committee meetings remotely via Teams three to four times a year
- Conducting advanced meeting preparation, including reading papers and preparing constructive questions
- Responding to emails from the Governance Professional regarding Board business between meetings
- Representing the Board at College events, including Graduation and Staff Awards
- Staying updated with sector developments
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Skills & Qualifications
- Expertise in law, property/estates, or HR/people management
- Ability to think strategically, ask constructive questions, and champion good governance
- A strong commitment to education, opportunity, and inclusion
- Capacity to commit approximately eight hours per month, with flexibility for variations across months
- Previous governance experience desirable but not essential
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If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you.
Wirral Metropolitan College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants offered employment will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before confirmation.
Note: It is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant holds a ban from regulated child activity.
The College is actively committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion as core values and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We ensure adherence to the Equality Act 2010, treating all applicants and employees equitably and fairly.
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