FE Governor

Boards for Education; Kendal; Hybrid; GBP 5,000 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

SGOSS - Governors for Schools is seeking a Chair Designate for the Corporation Board at Kendal College in England. The successful candidate will lead the governance of the College, ensuring inclusive leadership and strategic oversight to improve opportunities for all learners.

The College serves a diverse curriculum and aims to enhance learner outcomes through collaborative efforts. This role is pivotal in driving forward the College's ambitions and overseeing necessary development projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to build consensus among diverse governance stakeholders.
• Confidence to provide constructive support and challenge.
• Commitment to improving educational opportunities for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the College Corporation with inclusive governance.
• Implement strategic plans to enhance learner outcomes.
• Oversee the management of the capital redevelopment programme.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Inclusive leadership

Educational expertise

Strategic leadership

Job description

Chair Designate of the Corporation Board

Kendal College is on a powerful trajectory - and we’re looking for two exceptional governance leaders to join the College Corporation as Chair Designate and Vice Chair Designate.

Serving 4,299 learners across Cumbria and beyond, the College delivers a broad, ambitious curriculum spanning vocational pathways, apprenticeships, T Levels, A Levels, Higher Education and Adult learning. With deep-rooted partnerships across sectors learners gain real-world experience that fuels progression into sustainable employment, higher study, and meaningful next steps.

Following a strong improvement journey, the College achieved an Ofsted judgement of “Expected standard” (March 2026) and maintains Good financial health with an annual turnover of £18m. Now, they're entering an exciting new chapter: delivering an ambitious capital redevelopment programme, implementing a new strategic plan, and sustaining momentum in learner outcomes.

Candidates for both roles will bring:

• Collaborative, inclusive leadership and the ability to build consensus
• Confidence to provide support and constructive challenge
• A commitment to improving opportunities for all learners, including those with high needs

Interested? View the full vacancy information pack linked above and apply now.

Address: Milnthorpe Road, Kendal, LA9 5AY

Skills

• Education/Teaching
• Strategic Leadership