At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape education and influence communities as a volunteer college governor.
- Company: Join Boards for Education, a charity dedicated to improving governance in education.
- Benefits: Gain leadership experience, expand your network, and make a real impact.
- Other info: Flexible time commitment with remote options available; training and support provided.
- Why this job: Help transform lives through education while developing your strategic thinking and governance skills.
- Qualifications: No prior education experience needed; just bring your passion and commitment.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Use your expertise to shape education, influence communities, and grow as a leader. By becoming a volunteer governor at a further education (FE) or sixth form college, you’ll help shape the strategic direction of an organisation that transforms lives through education and skills—while strengthening your own governance experience and leadership credentials.
Further education colleges train over 1.6 million learners annually, preparing the skilled workforce that keeps our economy moving—from engineers and IT specialists to healthcare professionals and construction experts.
As a college governor, you’ll sit on the board of an FE institution (and registered charity), where your insight into strategy, risk, people, or finance will have a direct impact on how public funds are spent, how performance is measured, and how learners are supported to succeed.
What matters most is your strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and commitment to helping others succeed. Prior education experience is not required. Full induction and training are provided, with access to DfE-funded development and peer mentoring where needed.
The time commitment is manageable alongside a full-time role—and many employers actively support staff to take on governance roles as part of their professional development. Some colleges offer remote governance and meetings take place online. This may suit you best, or we may suggest a role where you volunteer on a hybrid basis at a college within a reasonable distance from you. We are recruiting governors for colleges across England, with new opportunities added regularly.
About Boards for Education: Boards for Education is a charity that sources and supports volunteers for governing boards. We aim to improve educational outcomes for children, young people, and adult learners by strengthening governance across the education sector. With more than 25 years’ experience and a national network of partners, we connect schools, academy trusts, colleges, and education charities across England and Wales with skilled, independent volunteers.
If you’re ready to bring your corporate insight to the education sector and help shape the future of skills, opportunity, and social mobility—we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become a volunteer college governor.
School/College Governor in London employer: BOARDS FOR EDUCATION
BOARDS FOR EDUCATION is an exceptional employer that offers volunteers the chance to make a significant impact in the educational landscape of Watford. With a strong focus on personal development, you will enhance your leadership skills while connecting with like-minded professionals dedicated to fostering positive change in schools and colleges. This role not only provides a platform for meaningful contributions but also opens doors to valuable networking opportunities within the education sector.
