The Governing Board (Corporation) is now seeking to appoint a parent to our Governing Board as Parent Governor.
We welcome applications from all interested individuals who would like to help shape the strategic management of the college, gain new skills and experience, and use your knowledge and experience to make a difference. Parent Governors play an important role on our Governing Board, and their contributions and commitment are highly valued.
To be eligible you must have parental responsibility for a current, enrolled learner at Wilberforce Sixth Form College who is under the age of 19 (at time of your appointment). This can be as parent, carer, guardian or mentor.
Please note that being Parent Governor is a voluntary role and requires full DBS and eligibility checks, for further information on eligibility please see below.
To apply please complete the Parent Governor Application form and send directly to Laura Skarratt, Governance Professional (Clerk to the Corporation) by the given deadline. Or more information about the role, the process of appointment, eligibility, or the Governing Board please contact Laura Skarratt: Email: Laura.skarratt@wilberforce.ac.uk or telephone 01482 711688
Why Become a Parent Governor?
- You can use your experience and knowledge to make a difference.
- You will be involved in overseeing College activities.
- You will help shape the strategic direction of the College and monitor the financial well-being of the College.
- You will gain new skills and experience and meet new people and network.
What Skills Are Needed?
- A commitment to improving education for all students.
- The ability to work in a professional manner as part of a team and take collective responsibility for decisions.
- The willingness to learn.
- A commitment to the college’s mission and core values.
- Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skills (ie. email and word processing). With further training provided to support your role.
- You do not need to have governance experience to be a Governor. We have Governors with backgrounds in business, charity, education, government, law, accountancy, IT and audit.
Interested?
- The terms of office for a parent governor is usually 2 years.
- We are committed to the principles of equality and diversity. Our appointments are made on merit, taking into account skills gaps and we particularly welcome applications from groups not yet represented on our Board.
- Parent governors must be parent / carer / guardian / mentor to a learner at Wilberforce who is under the age of 19 at the time of appointment.
- All new Governors are assigned to an experienced mentor to support them through their first term.
- Training opportunities are provided for all Governors.
- Meetings are usually held midweek 4:30pm – 6:30pm on site, with some option to attend virtually if this is required.
- All Governors must complete safeguarding checks (DBS), annual eligibility declarations and complete a declaration for the Register of Interest.
- Youtube Video: Inspiring FE Governance: What is a Governor?
- Full information about the process of appointment can be found on the ‘Governance’ webpage: Search Procedures.
- For further information on who is eligible / not eligible to serve as a governor: NCVO Trustee Disqualification
Wilberforce Sixth Form College has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic, innovative student achievement team.
The team provide strong academic support to students, raising their aspirations and performance and building ambition, confidence and resilience.
This is an ideal opportunity for those thinking of a career in education or a recent graduate. We are looking for candidates who want to work with young people to assist them to make the progress they need and to enable them to reach their full potential.
An opportunity is available, as part of this role, for the interested candidate to take a role in leading one of the College’s Rugby League teams. This is not an essential part of the role and will not hinder any applications if a candidate does not wish to be involved with the sports team.
We can offer you a competitive salary with excellent terms and conditions including access to the Local Government Pension scheme, good opportunities for CPD as well as a supportive professional environment with an ambitious leadership team and a clear vision for the College.
Further information and an application form can be downloaded using the links below, or can be requested via email from personnel@wilberforce.ac.uk.
CVs will not be accepted unless accompanied by a completed application form.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 9.00am on Wednesday 9 October 2024.
Wilberforce Sixth Form College has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
The Board of Governors are now seeking to appoint to three Independent Governor vacancies on our Governing Board.
We welcome applications from individuals who would like to help shape the strategic management of the college, gain new skills and experience, and use your knowledge and experience to make a difference. Previous experience as a governor is not required as training will be provided to support you in your role.
We are committed to the principles of equality and diversity, as such our appointments are made on merit, taking into account skills gaps and we particularly welcome applications from groups not yet represented on our Governing Board.
We currently have vacancies on our Governing Board, with a focus on recruitment to our Audit Committee and Finance and General Purposes Committee.
To apply please complete the Independent Governor Application form and send directly to the Governance Professional (Clerk to the Corporation), or for more information on the role, eligibility or the Board of Governors please contact Laura Skarratt at Laura.Skarratt@wilberforce.ac.uk or telephone 01482 711688
Why Become an Independent College Governor?
- You can use your experience and knowledge to make a difference.
- You will be involved in overseeing College activities.
- You will help shape the strategic direction of the College and monitor the financial well-being of the College.
- You will gain new skills and experience and meet new people and network.
What Skills Are Needed?
- A commitment to improving education for all students.
- The ability to work in a professional manner as part of a team and take collective responsibility for decisions.
- The willingness to learn.
- A commitment to the college’s mission and core values.
- Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skills (ie. email and word processing). With further training provided to support your role.
- You do not need to have governance experience to be a Governor. We have Governors with backgrounds in business, charity, education, government, law, accountancy, IT and audit.
Interested?
- Training opportunities are provided for all Governors.
- All new Governors are assigned to an experienced mentor to support them through their first term.
- Terms of office are usually between 2 and 4 years.
- Meetings are usually held midweek 4:30pm – 6:30pm on site, with some option to attend virtually.
- All Governors must complete safeguarding checks (DBS), annual eligibility declarations and complete a declaration for the Register of Interest.
- Youtube Video: Inspiring FE Governance: What is a Governor?
- For further information on who is eligible / not eligible to serve as a governor: NCVO Trustee Disqualification
Wilberforce Sixth Form College has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
