Become a governor

Information about becoming a governor and what's expected.

What is a governor?

Governors provide strategic direction and leadership. They determine the vision and direction of travel for a college and hold senior managers to account for achieving their vision.
By becoming a governor of West Nottinghamshire College you will be joining a high performing board and a very successful college.
This is an opportunity to steer provision that benefits the local community, employers and students directly.
Being a governor is hugely rewarding, it is your chance to make a real difference to the communities served by the college.

Are you passionate about post-16 education and the impact that it has on people’s lives?
Do you have financial, legal, HR, marketing or other industry experience that will add value to the college’s board?
Are you committed to the communities of Mansfield and Ashfield and want to see them prosper through skills?
Are you willing to work hard and give your time freely to make a difference?

If the answer to all or most of these questions is yes then you could be just the person we are looking for.

Attend and participate in the full range of meetings as appropriate.
Take a full role in development sessions and training events.
Take responsibility for finding out about the college and its core business.
Act as an ambassador and advocate for the college with external stakeholders.
Bring your own experience, knowledge and skills to enhance the work of the college and the board generally.
Take corporate responsibility for decisions made by the board, regardless of your own personal point of view.

The full Corporation Board meets seven times per year, including two full-day strategy events, and you will be expected to attend the vast majority of these meetings.
You will also be asked to sit on a sub-committee which meet up to five times per year.
There are also some scheduled development sessions which governors are encouraged to attend.