Governance

On 1 November 2019, Bilborough College converted to a 16-19 Academy and joined the Better Futures Multi-Academy Trust (BFMAT) which is sponsored by Coventry University.

BFMAT is the first University sponsored MAT focused on Sixth Form Education and Sixth Form Colleges (SFCs) in particular. Over 70% of all SFC students’ progress to University each year and when there outperform cohorts from the school or the General Further Education Sector. The objective of the Trust is to build on this and strengthen provision to all Academies within the Trust to improve student outcomes and enable them to contribute to each local community.

The Bilborough College Local Governing Body (LGB) is a sub-Committee of the BFMAT and operates within the context of a written scheme of delegation.

The role of the LGB includes:

– overseeing the development and delivery of an academy strategy;

– providing robust challenge and scrutiny of quality;

– supporting and strengthening leadership by holding the Principal to account for the performance of students and staff.

The LGB is active in developing close relationships with local stakeholders, and particularly with students, parents and staff.

Meet the Governors

All our Governors are listed below and you can read their profiles by clicking on the links.

  • DAVID SHAW – Principal
  • KATE SIMPSON – Support Staff Governor
  • CHRIS HULSE – Vice Chair
  • IAN TURNER – Independent Governor
  • JASON BEAUMONT – Independent Governor
  • SARRA JENKINS – Independent Governor
  • CHRIS MCGUNNIGLE – Independent Governor
  • SHARON JAGDEV POWELL – Independent Governor
  • HELEN MADDISON – Staff Governor
  • CHARLES WALKER – Independent Governor
  • SARAH ERWIN-JONES – Independent Governor
  • CHINENYE-NDU-OMA NICOL – Student Governor
  • MICHELLE ESSUMAN – Student Governor
  • SAEMA MOHAMMAD – Parent Governor
  • ANDREW WARD – Parent Governor
  • SUSIE GREENHALGH – Independent Governor
  • SANDESH KUCKIAN – Independent Governor

Governance Arrangements

Transparency is key to ensuring honesty and openness in Local Governing Body matters. The following documents give further information on the business, pecuniary and personal interests declared by Governors, and their terms of appointment.

 

Becoming a Governor

We are recruiting volunteer Governors Bilborough Sixth Form College which is part of the Better Futures Multi-Academy Trust (BFMAT), which is sponsored by Coventry University.

This is a rewarding opportunity to use your skills, experience and insight to help shape the future of post-16 education and support young people in our communities.

As a Governor, you will:

  • Provide strategic oversight and constructive challenge
  • Support and monitor educational performance and outcomes
  • Contribute to financial oversight and risk management
  • Champion high standards of teaching, learning and student experience

Governors work collaboratively with Senior Leaders and the Trust Board to ensure strong accountability and that the College delivers on its vision and strategic priorities.

We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in: Finance, HR, Education, Law, Estates, Strategic Leadership, Business or Community Leadership.

You do not need prior governance or education experience as a full induction and ongoing training will be provided.

The role involves attending around six meetings per year (a mixture of online and in-person and usually in the evening), reading papers in advance, and occasionally visiting the College or attending events. Collectively, this equates to a commitment of around 1-2 hours per month, with flexibility to contribute more if willing and available. In return, you will make a real difference to learners’ lives, develop your leadership skills, gain valuable governance experience, grow your professional network, and support your local community.

BFMAT actively encourages applications from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to reflect the communities it serves.

If you are interested in becoming a governor, please contact Andrea Duckworth. Clerk to the Local Governing Body (LGB) by emailing Andrea.Duckworth@Bilborough.ac.uk

For further information about the role, please refer to the role description.