| Director of Governance |
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| Part Time, 30 hours per week (year round with some evening work required) |
| Employer: Weymouth College |
Live On Site Until : 16 May 2025 |
| Location: Weymouth, Dorset, United Kingdom |
Applications Close: 16 May 2025 |
| Salary: Up to £60k for an exceptional candidate, depending on skills and experience |
Start Date: September 2025 (sooner if notice period allows) |
| Contract: Senior Postholder, Permanent |
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| Job Details |
| We are seeking a new Director of Governance to support our Board of Governors and senior leadership team, and play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards across our College.
Our Board of Governors, which oversees the College, comprises volunteers from local industry, community and public bodies, staff and students. The Board determine the College’s direction in terms of its strategy, mission and finances, and members also serve on various specialist Committees.
As Director of Governance, you will be the trusted advisor, support and Governance professional to the Governing Body and its Committees, providing full and comprehensive support and advice to our Chair, Chris Evans, and the Corporation Members (Governors). You will be responsible for advising the Board on constitutional matters, duties, and powers within the current legislative framework and undertake research and development activities to ensure the approach to governance is based on sector best practice and that Governors have the information they need to carry out their duties.
In line with this, we need you to support us in developing and implementing appropriate processes for self-evaluation and ensure practices are aligned to relevant Codes of Good Governance and best practice.
The hours for this post will be 30 hours per week all year round with some evening work required, so flexibility is a must, particularly over busy periods. When additional hours are worked, these may be taken back at a quieter time, or paid where pre-agreed. Flexible working, including some working from home, will be possible in this role.
In addition, there will be a requirement to travel between our campuses for both Board and Committee meetings.
If you display the qualities that we are looking for and have the commitment and desire to make a difference, we would love to hear from you! For an informal discussion about the role, the qualifications needed or your suitability, please email alison_lydon@weymouth.ac.uk |
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| Application Information |
| How to Apply |
| To apply for this job please complete the application form and email to recruitment@weymouth.ac.uk. Alternatively you can print the application form and send to Human Resources, Weymouth College, Cranford Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 7LQ |
| An application form must be completed. CVs alone will not be accepted. You will need to possess a Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English and Maths in order to be considered for most roles. Also, you will be asked to produce evidence of all qualifications listed on your application form at interview. |
| Closing date for applications: 16 May 2025 at 12 noon. |
| We look forward to receiving your application. |
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| Safeguarding Recruitment Statement |
| Weymouth College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Safeguarding Policy. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK. |
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