Strategic Governance Director (Education)

Orbital South Colleges; Redhill; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a Director of Governance to support the governing body of East Surrey College and John Ruskin College. This senior role involves ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, advising the Board, and leading governance strategy. The ideal candidate will have strong governance experience, particularly in education, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and generous benefits including pension schemes and access to facilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Two excellent pension schemes

Holiday package

Free onsite parking

Access to gym and discounted spa treatments

Qualifications

• Strong governance experience, ideally within the education or public sector.
• Highly organised and confident advising senior leaders.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and impartiality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Corporation and Committees operate within statutory frameworks.
• Provide impartial governance advice to the Board and Executive.
• Lead the strategic development of governance across the College Group.

Skills

Governance experience

Excellent communication skills

Detail-focused

Education

ICSA/HE (Level 5) Award in Governance or comparable qualification

Maths and English GCSEs or Level 2 equivalents

A degree or equivalent (desirable)

Job description

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a Director of Governance to support the governing body of East Surrey College and John Ruskin College. This senior role involves ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, advising the Board, and leading governance strategy. The ideal candidate will have strong governance experience, particularly in education, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and generous benefits including pension schemes and access to facilities.