Greenhead College seeks to appoint new Governors

Greenhead College is seeking to recruit new external members to the Corporation, the overarching governing body. This provides overall responsibility for the College’s mission and strategic vision, ensuring that if it effectively managed with appropriate planning for future developments, overseeing financial sustainability and compliance, and maintaining high standards of educations. 

The College looks for someone who is open minded, interested in supporting the local community and someone who wants students to get the best from the education it provides. 

The role of a governor is unremunerated and will require attendance at six corporation meetings per year, as well as committee meetings and a strategy away day in November/December. 

Richard Armstrong, Chair of Corporation, said 

“This is a great opportunity for someone with a finance, audit or estates development experience wishing to support students in the Kirklees area. Greenhead College is an outstanding sixth form college, achieving the best A Level results for students across West Yorkshire, which is nationally recognised as one of the best A level Colleges in the North of England. We are seeking an external governor who has the skills, experience and desire to support the continued development of the College by joining the governing board of the College.” 

Liz Bowen, Head of English and Film and Staff Governor at Greenhead College also commented about her experience 

“Being a staff governor at Greenhead is insightful, intellectually stimulating and enjoyable. This is as a result of working collaboratively with talented, creative people drawn from a range of professional areas. It is a superb opportunity to make a difference!” 

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send over your CV to Sharon Roper, Clerk to the Corporation, at sroper@greenhead.ac.uk.