Chair Designate of the Board

Lead the non-executive board of Chelmsford College as our Chair Designate and help us to unlock the potential of 2,400 young people and adults through inspirational education and training.

Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Application closes at 12 p.m. (midday) Wednesday 23rd October

About Chelmsford College

Chelmsford College is a successful further education college in the heart of Essex. It was established over 60 years ago and provides vocational and technical skills training to young people and adults across the county and beyond.

We unlock potential and transform lives through inspirational education and training.

About the role.

Initially appointed as Chair Designate, the successful candidate will participate in a planned handover period with our outgoing Chair of the Board, Amanda Montague. Our highly respected and deeply committed Chair has served Chelmsford College for more than eight years and will step down at the end of the summer term in 2025.

Once appointed as Chair of the Chelmsford College Board, ready for the 2025-26 academic year, we will entrust you to lead our non-executive governing body with energy, enthusiasm, professionalism and dedication. We benefit from an expert governing body comprised of sixteen talented and committed members who collectively monitor the College’s progress and development and ensure we work towards our strategic goals.

Who We Are Looking For

We seek a Chair passionate about Chelmsford College and its goals. Experience in the Chelmsford or Essex region is desirable, along with leadership experience in a large public, civic, or private organisation. Networking abilities, experience in collaboration, and a solid understanding of corporate governance are essential. Experience chairing meetings, ideally in a non-executive role, is preferred.

Given our complex financial structure, you should be comfortable overseeing significant expenditures. You will work with a strong finance team, but a solid grasp of financial management is critical.

Peridot Partners and Chelmsford College are, together, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.

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Application closes at 12 p.m. (midday) Wednesday 23rd October