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Brixton, Greater London (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses not paid
Voluntary
Job description
SUMMARY
Roles Description: Treasurer and Campaigning/Mobilisation Trustee
Remuneration: Like most Trustee roles, these roles are unremunerated
Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Start date: As soon as possible
Benefits: In addition to making a real difference in the lives of and deepening your understanding of youth organising,, you will receive:
- Safeguarding Training and support in developing expertise here
- Reimbursement of expenses incurred in your role
At The Advocacy Academy, we envision a world where young people with lived experience of injustice (LEofI) harness their collective power to shape a more fair, just, and equal society. Our mission is to organise and support these young people to drive systemic change on the most pressing issues of our time.
We do this by offering deep coaching, delivering transformative leadership programmes, and creating clear pathways for sustained action. Through shared learning and community-building, we help young leaders build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to launch and lead proactive campaigns. We also recognise that real change starts from within - so we’re committed to a governance structure that is values-driven, participatory, and beyond reproach, ensuring TAA is as accountable to young people as it is to the communities we serve and its wider responsibilities.
We’re now looking to recruit two new Trustees to join our Board and help steer this work. We're especially keen to hear from people with leadership experience in one or more of the following areas: Finance, Treasurer, Community Organising and Campaigns.
Trustees of The Advocacy Academy play a unique role in delivery of our mission. They are collectively responsible for the governance of the organisation, represent it to the community, and accept ultimate compliance authority for the charity and its activities. As a Trustee with experience in the UK’s youth sector, you will support the Board and the Executives in ensuring that TAA continues to deliver an exceptional quality of youth work, and the role that safeguarding plays in achieving this. As a trustee:
- Work with the Chair, Trustees and Senior Leadership team (SLT) to ensure there is a clear, long-term and strategic vision The Advocacy Academy.
- Work with the Board to ensure we function within the financial requirements of a UK registered charity and company, our constitution and that we strive for best practice
- Take responsibility with the other trustees so that the charity has effective practice to safeguard the people it works with
- Act as an ambassador, spokesperson and champion our work supporting our income activities, and fostering networks that can help generate income.
About Our Board of Trustees
- Our Board currently consists of six members, recruited, selected, and approved by the Board of Trustees.
- Each trustee serves a three-year term, and we are made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities.
- The Board meets quarterly (four times per year) to provide strategic oversight and governance. Operations/day to day are managed by the Executives.
- Given the size of the board, we expect all trustees to join at least one subcommittee meeting per year, unless there are extenuating circumstances. The subcommittee meets are typically held prior to full Board meetings.
- Board meetings are held at our Liberation Centre in Brixton and subcommittee meets are held virtually
- The role of trustee is voluntary, though reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
- Trustees are expected to prepare in advance by reading reports and meeting papers, and are also warmly invited to attend our events throughout the year.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. The Campaigning/Mobilisation Trustee - will provide mobilisation and campaigns governance oversight of The Advocacy Academy, including but not limited to: Working closely with our Director of Organising and Campaigns and fellow trustees, they will:
- Provide strategic oversight of The Advocacy Academy’s organising and campaigning activities and priorities.
- Ensure campaigns are ethical, legally compliant, and aligned with the organisation’s values.
- Support the development of effective, youth-led organising and campaigning strategies.
- Offer insight into advocacy trends, movement-building, and political landscapes.
- Serve as a sounding board for the team, offering critical friend feedback without operational interference.
- Help the board assess risks and opportunities related to public positioning, reputation, and partnerships.
- Good governance, diversity and teamwork are at the core of the Board’s values. We want to ensure trustees represent the young people we work with and we are particularly interested in applications from people with lived experience.
2. The Treasurer - will provide charity financial governance oversight of The Advocacy Academy, including but not limited to: Working closely with our Finance Director and the Finance & Risk Committee and fellow Trustees, they will:
- Provide support on financial oversight and ensure compliance with relevant charity and regulatory requirements.
- Review and co-present financial reports and key insights to the Board of Trustees.
- Actively participate in the Finance and Risk Committee, ensuring effective financial scrutiny.
- Strategic contribution to long-term financial and fundraising planning and support the organisation’s risk management framework.
- Attend Finance and Risk subcommittee meetings quarterly
PERSON SPECIFICATION
1. The Campaigning/Mobilisation Trustee -
- Understanding of power-building, community organising, or movement strategy (essential).
- Experience in grassroots organising and campaigns, advocacy, or social justice movements.
- Familiarity with political or social justice contexts in the UK.
- Willingness to support youth leadership and work in solidarity with young campaigners.
- Previous board or governance experience is helpful but not essential.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
2. The Treasurer -
- Proven expertise in charity fundraising and financial management.
- Experience of charity finance and fundraising is essential.
- Experience of supporting organisational growth
- Previous board or trustee experience.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
EXPECTATIONS & ENTITLEMENT
- Attend at least one training programme that we run, so that you understand the work we deliver
- Attend trustee meetings, which are held four times a year in London or virtually, and last between 3-4 hours - trustees are expected to attend at least three each year.
- Participate in one of our sub-committees as may be required by the trustee role.
- Demonstrate commitment to The Advocacy Academy by supporting fundraising efforts.
- Serve for a term of three years and be able to stand for re-election for a further term and
- possibly two.
- Work with the Chair to review your performance
- Claim reasonable travel and accommodation expenses to attend meetings
This is an outline of the responsibilities and duties of the Trustee roles, it is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time to meet the changing needs of The Advocacy Academy’s board. Any changes will be made in consultation with the post holders.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply to be our Trustee by sending your CV together with a supporting statement to us - Your supporting statement should explain why you would like to be our Trustee and the contribution you believe you would make to The Advocacy Academy, with particular reference to the specific Trustee role and Requirements above.
If you have any questions please email us using the email listed on the job description
DATES
Closing Date: The deadline for applications is 24th September 2026 at 10:00am.
First Round of Interviews: will be scheduled for 28th -30th September 2026 (Dates are subject to change)
Second Round of Interviews: will be scheduled for 6th -7th October 2026 (Dates are subject to change)
A NOTE ON USING AI TOOLS IN YOUR APPLICATION
We understand that AI tools like ChatGPT can be helpful when preparing an application, and you’re welcome to use them as a support. However, we’re most interested in hearing directly from you. Please ensure your application reflects your own voice, experiences, and perspective.
We value the unique insights, lived experiences, and ways of thinking that each candidate brings. These are what help us understand who you are and what you would bring to the role, and they are an important part of how we assess applications.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please don’t hesitate to let us know. we’re committed to making our recruitment process as accessible and inclusive as possible.
NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US
We aim to be representative of the community we are working with. We encourage applications from people of colour, those who identify as LGBTQIA, working class as well as disabled people, those living with mental health conditions, refugees and migrants. We welcome people from all identities who are made to feel marginalised.
We’re not just committed to being an equal opportunity employer, we actively celebrate diversity in all its forms. Let us know if we can do anything to make the application or interview process more accessible. If you are invited to interview, we will at that point ask you for any accessibility requirements or preferences.
As an employer we make all reasonable adjustments to support employees in their work if they are disabled or have a health condition. We support the Access to Work scheme which could provide you with financial support to get the help you need to do all tasks successfully. We are happy to facilitate Access to Work assessments and reclaims, and would actively welcome applicants who would need this in order to do the job.
All staff who work on our programme must have, prior to starting work, a returned satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dated no earlier than 1st January 2021. The Advocacy Academy will assist the application for, and pay for the processing of, a new DBS for staff members where required.
We welcome applications from people with convictions. Please disclose in your application if you have any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not “protected” (as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013)). We consider each person on their own merits, taking into account all the circumstances.
Organisation
Refreshed on: 10 September 2026
Closing date: 24 September 2026 at 10:00
Tags: Campaigns, Finance
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Canada (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
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!
Job description
About Roots Academy.
Roots Academy’s Vision.
A generation of young Muslims who embody and promote a God-centred way of life.
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries. Our Mission is to deliver a structured and transformative education in the Essentials of Islam in a way that lowers barriers to access, develops a deep certainty, and inspires action.
Why Does Roots Academy Exist?
Crisis of Faith: 1 in 4 young Muslims are leaving the religion due to various factors, primarily the pervasive anti-religious content and temptations they encounter online and offline.
Roots Academy exists to bridge this gap by providing a structured and transformative Islamic education that speaks directly to the needs and challenges of young Muslims today, delivered in an engaging and accessible form that removes barriers to access and provokes thought and action.
Role Summary.
The Financial Analyst – FP&A will support the Finance Lead in building a more automated, scalable, and data-driven finance function for Roots Canada. This role will focus on financial analysis, forecasting, process improvement, automation, and the development of systems within tools such as Xero, Slack, Excel/Google Sheets, and other finance platforms. The position is key to ensuring the organization’s financial operations are scalable, compliant, and efficient.
Key tasks
Financial Analysis: Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and budget-to-actual reporting. Help identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities and translate financial information into useful insights for leadership.
Finance Systems & Automation: Support the implementation and optimization of Xero, including the Chart of Accounts, tracking categories, reporting structures, and financial workflows. Identify opportunities to automate repetitive finance activities.
Process Improvement: Review existing finance processes and identify opportunities to make them more efficient, scalable, and controlled. Help design and implement improved workflows across Finance and other teams.
Workflow & Data Management: Build and maintain finance-related workflows in Slack and other systems to streamline approvals, budget requests, reimbursements, reporting, and other recurring processes.
Reporting & Decision Support: Help develop financial dashboards and management reports that provide leadership with clear visibility into cash flow, spending, budgets, revenue, and overall financial performance.
Week in this role
Typical week may include:
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1 hour — Financial Analysis: Update forecasts, analyze budget-to-actual performance, review financial trends, and support monthly financial reporting.
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0.5 hour — Finance Systems & Automation: Build or improve workflows in Xero, Slack, Google Sheets, or other finance tools to reduce manual work and improve efficiency.
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1 hour — Process Improvement & Documentation: Review existing finance processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and document new or enhanced workflows.
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0.5 hour — Finance Team Meeting: Meet with the Finance Lead to review priorities, provide project updates, and align on upcoming initiatives.
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0.5 hour — Ad Hoc / Project Support: Support other finance projects, testing, data analysis, or system implementation activities as required.
Average time commitment: 3–5 hours per week. Work can generally be completed flexibly throughout the week, with additional time potentially required around month-end.
What We're Looking For
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Interest or experience in FP&A, financial analysis, process improvement, or systems implementation.
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Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills.
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Comfortable learning and working with software such as Xero.
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Interest in automation and improving inefficient processes.
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Ability to translate business requirements into practical workflows or solutions.
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Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
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Accounting, finance, business, or data analytics experience is an asset.
What we have to offer
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Be part of a team of 100+ dedicated volunteers around the world.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.
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Receive in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position.
Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy.
Organisation
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We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.
Posted on: 10 September 2026
Closing date: 09 December 2026 at 01:30
Tags: Finance
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Remote
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
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Job description
Help a growing energy education charity and bring financial rigour to how we manage and grow our impact.
About us
Curieus Games CIC is a UK Community Interest Company, in the process of converting into a CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation). Our mission is to raise energy literacy through play. We make energy and climate education fun and accessible. Our vision is to inspire and attract young people to work in the energy sector.
Our flagship programme, Megawatt, consists of an energy-based educational card game supported by a series of workshops. The object of the programme is to engage students on energy and sustainability through gamification and ethical debates. We deliver the programme to primary and secondary schools across the UK, with 30 schools receiving the Megawatt programme in the 25/26 academic year. Schools receive a full day of workshops, the full suite of Megawatt resources, and training to support teachers to integrate Megawatt into curriculum teaching.
We offer our programme to schools for free. We work with energy developers and other organisations to fund our work in schools, delivering community engagement and social value on their behalf. We’ve built partnerships with several high profile energy developers in offshore wind, solar, batteries and nuclear, as well as winning grants from the National Lottery and the Royal Academy of Engineering. We already have funding secured to deliver to 50 schools in the upcoming academic year.
Megawatt has also been translated into French and Polish and is currently being rolled out to schools in France and Poland through partnerships with local institutes.
You can see more about the work we do here - www.megawatt.game
The next chapter
Curieus Games is converting from a Community Interest Company into a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). As a charity, we will have access to more sources of funding, giving us an opportunity to grow our impact by reaching more schools and developing more resources to teach about the energy transition.
To lead that next chapter, we're building a founding board of trustees to govern the charity into the next phase of our journey and build on the success we’ve had so far.
The role
As Treasurer, you'll be the person who makes sure the charity grows on solid financial footing — guiding our reporting, risk management and financial strategy as we scale from 30 schools to hundreds. You'll bring:
- Experience in a senior financial role in a charity, not-for-profit or business
- A strong understanding of charity financing, reporting and risk management
- Experience with grants, tenders or philanthropic fundraising is welcome, though not essential
Working arrangements
Six board meetings a year, mostly online with occasional in-person sessions — around 3-5 hours a month in total including meetings. It's a three-year term. The role is voluntary and unpaid, with reasonable expenses reimbursed.
More details are in the attached Trustee Information Pack.
Organisation
Refreshed on: 10 September 2026
Closing date: 30 September 2026 at 11:49
Tags: Administration, Finance, Fundraising, Climate Change, Education, Energy, Engagement / Outreach, Risk Management, Youth / Children, Grants, Governance / Management
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Sunderland, Tyne and Wear (On-site)
Unpaid role, expenses not paid
Voluntary
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!
Job description
Use your expertise to shape education, influence communities, and grow as a leader
Role available at City of Sunderland College.
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.
Organisation
Refreshed on: 05 September 2026
Closing date: 20 October 2026 at 15:00
Job ref: FE Governor - Sunderland
Tags: Education, Governance / Management
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Shipley, West Yorkshire (On-site)
Unpaid role, expenses not paid
Voluntary
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!
Job description
Use your expertise to shape education, influence communities, and grow as a leader
Roles available at colleges across Shipley
Are you a business leader or corporate professional looking to make a meaningful impact in your community?
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; all 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:
-
Apply your corporate skills in a leadership role
-
Gain board-level experience and enhance your CV
-
Contribute to local economic growth and social mobility
-
Support a vital sector during a time of transformation
What will you be doing?
As part of a governing board, you’ll:
-
Set strategic direction, helping to define the college’s mission and goals
-
Hold leadership to account, monitoring finances, performance, and outcomes
-
Ensure governance excellence, making decisions in the best interests of learners and stakeholders
-
Act as a charity trustee, ensuring 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)
-
Reading papers and preparing questions
-
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:
-
Enhance your board-level and governance experience
-
Develop strategic oversight and leadership outside your day-to-day role
-
Expand your professional network
-
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 into 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.
Organisation
Refreshed on: 11 September 2026
Closing date: 26 October 2026 at 16:12
Tags: Human Resources, Legal / Law, Teaching, Accounting, Data Analysis, Education, Facilities, Information Management, Recruitment, Safeguarding, Strategy, Students / School, Youth / Children, Trusts / Foundations, Governance / Management
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