Meet the Governing Body

What is the Governing Body

The Highlands College Governing Body consists of a mix of stakeholders including staff, students, local business leaders and members with particular areas of expertise such as finance, education or safeguarding.

The full governing body meet four times a year, whilst also attending additional sub-committee meetings to remain fully informed with regards the College performance and student outcomes.

They provide constructive challenge and expert advice to the Principal and senior leadership team to support the college to deliver our strategic aims and long term vision.

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Highlands College's Turner building with classical architecture and a central tower, surrounded by grass, trees, benches, and pathways under a partly cloudy sky.

Become A Governor

As a governor, you will play a crucial role in shaping the vision and ethos of Highlands College. Your insights, expertise and industry knowledge will help develop and implement strategic plans that guide the college towards its long-term objectives.

By actively participating in decision-making processes, you will contribute to a pillar within the community. As a governor, the college encourages you to engage with various stakeholders – including students, parents, staff, and local businesses. By fostering these relationships, you can help ensure that the college is proactive in meeting the needs of the community, including closing the island’s skills gaps.

Strategic Plan

Responsibilities of the role can be summarised as the following:

Strategic Leadership: Contribute to the college’s strategic plan and support the Principal and Senior Leadership Team in delivering quality education aligned with community needs.
Financial Oversight: Review financial plans and monitor performance to ensure budget management complies with regulator requirements and there is an efficient allocation of resources.
Quality Assurance: Support with the maintenance of high standards of teaching and learning by evaluating performance against national benchmarks and promoting continuous improvement in education.
Governance and Compliance: Act as a critical friend to the Principal and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring compliance with legal obligations, including safeguarding, equality and health and safety.
Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with various stakeholders to understand their needs, represent the college at external events and within the community, and foster partnerships with local businesses, industries and educational institutions to enhance student learning opportunities.

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