College Governor

About The Role and Person

Over the last 50 years, Capel Manor College has helped thousands of school leavers and adults achieve their dream of working with animals, plants and the environment. As London's environmental college, the College plays a vital role in the green agenda for the capital, equipping the next generation of land based sector workers with the skills and knowledge needed to preserve and protect London's wildlife, national parks and green spaces.

The College will shortly be looking to appoint a number of new Governors to join its Governing body. The role of a College Governor is an extremely rewarding one and provides an opportunity to make a real difference to our students, to give something back to the local community and to use and develop your skills in a board level environment.

Responsibilities

• Set the aims and objectives for the College and oversee policies and targets.
• Monitor and evaluate progress, providing support and challenge to the Principal and leadership team.
• Participate in budget management.
• Engage with pupils, staff and the wider College community.
• Attend Board and Committee meetings, review data, and ask probing questions.

Qualifications

• Over 18 years of age.
• Expertise in an area such as finance, human resources, legal, marketing, public relations, estates and property management.
• Experience in Human Resource Management or Finance/Audit background preferred.
• Education experience is advantageous but not essential.

Terms and Commitment

This is an unpaid, voluntary position requiring an 8 10 hour per month commitment. The term of office is 4 years, with Governors eligible to serve 2 terms.

Application Procedure

Please note that Governors are subject to a criminal records check through the Disclosure and Barring service. If you are interested in becoming a Capel Manor College Governor, please email your CV and a brief covering letter to Jennifer Swift (Director of Governance and Company Secretary) at before 5pm on Thursday 30th April 2026.

About the College

Capel Manor College is firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. All Governors must share and uphold this commitment. Appointed Governors will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check at Enhanced Level.

We are therefore unable to consider applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.