Become a Governor

Interested in joining our board?

Activate Learning is a forward-thinking education group that aims for far-reaching, progressive change and impact through learning.

We work with learners as individuals, helping them make the right choices and to identify the career pathway that’s right for them. Our mission is to provide work-ready talent for business, and to transform lives through our Learning Philosophy.

The Activate Learning Corporation Board is comprised of highly skilled and experienced governors from a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds.

Our Governors show exceptional commitment to Activate Learning’s vision to transform lives through learning and devote significant time and experience to providing strategic oversight and governance to the Group’s senior leadership team.

At present, we are seeking Governors with knowledge and experience in the following areas:

  • Careers guidance
  • Special Educational Needs (SEND)
  • Safeguarding and/or Mental Health and Wellbeing

What qualities do we look for in our Governors at Activate Learning?

At Activate Learning, we are seeking high calibre individuals who can demonstrate a personal commitment to our vision and values, as well as experience of senior and strategic leadership in relevant fields and sectors.

The Corporation Board operate a Carver model of governance, and therefore the ability to understand a large and complex business and operate at a highly strategic level are essential in our Governors.

As a member of the Corporation Board, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a group of highly talented and experienced individuals, to provide strategic leadership to a well-respected organisation which makes a tangible difference to the lives of many people.

How do you become a Governor?

If you would be interested in supporting the vision of Activate Learning and are able to demonstrate the relevant skills and attributes, have a read of our Governor Candidate brochure and then get in touch, we would love to hear from you.

Activate Learning is committed to promoting inclusion at all levels of the organisation, and welcome Governors from all personal backgrounds.

To express your interest in joining the Corporation Board, please complete our Governor Application form with a copy of your CV via email to our Governance Team at Clerk@ActivateLearning.ac.uk