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Use your expertise to shape education, influence communities, and grow as a leader
Roles available at colleges across E10, London.
Are you a business leader or corporate professional looking to make a meaningful impact outside the boardroom?
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.
Why it’s relevant to professionals like you
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.
This is an opportunity to:
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Apply your corporate skills in a leadership role
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Gain board-level experience and enhance your CV
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Contribute to local economic growth and social mobility
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Support a vital sector during a time of transformation
What will you be doing?
As part of a governing board, you’ll:
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Set strategic direction: help define the college’s mission and goals
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Hold leadership to account: monitor finances, performance, and outcomes
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Ensure governance excellence: make decisions in the best interests of learners and stakeholders
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Act as a charity trustee: ensure financial sustainability and legal compliance
You’ll also engage with senior leaders and external stakeholders, including local employers, regulators, and community partners.
Who are we looking for?
We welcome professionals from a broad range of sectors, including but not limited to:
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Finance, Audit & Risk
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HR, People & Culture
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Strategy, Transformation & Operations
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Technology, AI & Digital
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Legal, Governance & Compliance
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Marketing, PR & Communications
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Education, apprenticeships, or vocational courses
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.
Time commitment
Expect to give approximately 1–2 days per month, including:
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Attending board and committee meetings (in person or remote)
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Reading papers and preparing questions
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Participating in training and occasional college visits
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.
Where you’ll be needed
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.
What’s in it for you?
This role offers the opportunity to:
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Enhance your board-level and governance experience
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Develop strategic oversight and leadership outside your day-to-day role
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Expand your professional network
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Give back in a way that creates long-term, measurable impact
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.
Ready to step into a strategic, purpose-driven leadership role?
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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Designated Safeguarding Lead
AuDHD UK
Location: Remote (UK-based)
Reports to: CEO/COO
Commitment: Flexible, part-time (details negotiable)
Role: Unpaid volunteer position
Purpose: To ensure AuDHD UK upholds the highest safeguarding standards, protecting children, young people, and adults at risk. The DSL will oversee safeguarding policies, training, compliance, and case management across the organisation.
The DSL position does not require daily volunteering, but would require timely responses from queries raised by the safeguarding team.
As a Key Staff member within AuDHD UK, the DSL will be required to provide weekly updates to the COO/CEO regarding safeguarding case management of beneficiaries using AuDHD UK services and are expected to be able to ensure the wider safeguarding team feel supported in their roles. Ideal candidates would be free on Wednesdays at 12-1pm to attend our weekly Key Staff meetings, although this is not essential if the right candidate is unavailable during this time.
This role requires an Enhanced Adult DBS - please only apply if you meet the requirements for a DBS check to be carried out (a 5 year UK address history with a maximum of 12 months abroad AND a biometric passport/ID card for an online ID check).
Key Responsibilities
Safeguarding Case Management
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Act as the central point of contact for safeguarding concerns and external escalations.
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Respond to incidents and provide clear advice to staff and volunteers.
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Manage referrals and liaise with statutory agencies when needed.
Risk Assessment & Policy Oversight
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Lead on risk assessments and ensure proportionate responses to concerns.
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Review and update AuDHD UK’s Safeguarding Framework and related policies.
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Ensure safeguarding pathways are clear, accessible, and consistently followed.
Compliance & Governance
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Monitor compliance with safeguarding legislation and guidance.
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Maintain accurate and confidential safeguarding records.
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Contribute to audits, reviews, and continuous improvement activities.
Training & Awareness
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Deliver in-house safeguarding training for all staff and volunteers.
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Promote a culture of vigilance, accountability, and reflective practice.
Collaboration & Leadership
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Work with the CEO, COO, trustees, Clinical Lead, and Care Coordinator to align safeguarding with organisational goals.
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Bring safeguarding expertise into strategic planning and service design.
Essential Skills & Attributes
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Recognised safeguarding training or substantial safeguarding experience.
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Strong knowledge of safeguarding law, statutory guidance, and best practice.
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Sound judgment, discretion, and empathy in complex situations.
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Clear written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond appropriately to sensitive cases.
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Commitment to AuDHD UK’s mission and values.
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Lived experience of AuDHD (desired).
Time Commitment Estimate
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Safeguarding case management including external escalations : 2–4 hrs/week (variable depending on incidents)
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Risk assessment external escalation: 1-3 hours a week (this may be increased at times of increased activity within the charity e.g. before the beginning of Peer Support Cohort assignments
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Policy framework updates: 4–6 hrs/quarter
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Training and team awareness: 2–3 hrs/quarter
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Safeguarding audits, governance, and meetings: 2–4 hrs/quarter
Mission Alignment Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate:
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Understanding of AuDHD UK’s core purpose.
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Commitment to volunteer-led service delivery.
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Adherence to safeguarding and ethical guidelines.
To apply: please submit your CV and a covering statement outlining why you would be the best candidate for this specific role.
Only applications that are tailored to this specific role vacancy will be considered. Applications without a covering statement will not be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Purpose of the Role
To join the board as a Volunteer Finanical Director, bringing governance knowledge and strategic thinking to strengthen board effectiveness, uphold the CIC's obligations, and ensure all decisions are made in the best interests of the community we serve.
Role and Responsibilities
1. Guide the Board
- Attend two to three board meetings per month, virtual or hybrid, and come prepared to contribute
- Help ensure decisions are made properly, recorded, and followed through
- Review and respond to decisions outside of meetings within 48 to 72 hours
- Support the review of policies and raise questions when something needs attention
- Support the development of projects and programmes by contributing ideas, strategic thinking, critical insight, and creative, innovative approaches, while bringing energy, boldness, and enthusiasm.
2. Keep Us on Track
- Contribute to strategic decision-making, policy approval, and organisational oversight
- Monitor organisational performance and support the Managing Director in delivery accountability
- Flag risks early and help ensure resources are used well and in line with our mission
- Keep the needs of the communities we serve at the centre of every decision
3. Be a Critical Friend
- Challenge and support the Managing Director with honesty and care
- Ask the questions that need to be asked, even when it is uncomfortable
- Help us grow in a way that is sustainable and grounded in our values
4. Champion What Matters
- Be an ambassador for Zion Wellness in how you show up and speak about us
- Participate in bi-directional mentorship exchanges with young people on the programme
- Ensure safeguarding, inclusion, and community interest are never an afterthought
What We Are Looking For
You will bring:
- A strong professional background in finance, budgeting, and strategic financial planning
- Confident, values-led leadership with the ability to represent the CIC's mission at board level
- A background in leadership, social impact, or community outreach
- Experience in creative direction, entrepreneurship, or project leadership
- Understanding of organisational strategy, stakeholder engagement, and partnership development
- A genuine commitment to systemic change and the communities we serve
It would be great if you also have:
- Governance experience such as trustee, governor, or board-level involvement, though this is not essential
- Experience in a charity, CIC, or grassroots organisation
- Training and induction will be provided for the right candidate
Please Note:
This role is open to graduate and university students (aged 18+) who are looking to gain real leadership and governance experience. If you are early in your career and passionate about community impact, we want to hear from you. Ongoing support will be provided.
To apply, please send a CV and a cover letter of 600 to 1000 words telling us why this role appeals to you and what you would bring to the board.
We welcome graduates and university students applications ages 18-30 with a UK citizenship. Please do not be put off if you do not meet every criterion listed. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with a closing date of 1st June 2026. We encourage you to apply early - good luck.
Registered Charity
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our core purpose is to dismantle health inequalities by placing wellbeing within reach of communities where it is most needed.