Governance

North West Kent Corporation Board

The North West College Corporation Board is made up of 16 individuals with a broad base of skills and experience drawn from the communities served by the College. Some members are appointed directly by the Corporation from the general public and some are elected by the staff and students of the College.

The Role of the Corporate Board

The Corporation Board meets regularly to review the College mission, consider strategic developments, systematically monitor college and management performance, review and monitor the implementation of a range of college policies, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements at all times. The Corporation is charged with developing an environment that enables the College to fulfil its mission, for the benefit of learners and the community.

The Corporations role is strategic, meaning that the members do not involve themselves in the day-to-day management of the College. The Principal, who is the Chief Executive Officer, has responsibilities dictated by statute and others delegated by the Corporation. The extent of this delegation is outlined in the document known as the Instruments and Articles of Government, which are available online.

Meeting Minutes

We are committed to openness and accountability and therefore have the minutes of the Board meetings and key documents available on our website, to ensure transparency. We are committed to the equality and diversity of all of our students, staff and stake holder.

The responsibilities of the Corporation Board can be summarised as:

Determining the educational character and mission of the College and overseeing its activities
Approving the College’s strategic direction
Effective management of resources to ensure the solvency of the College and the safeguarding of its assets
Approving annual estimates of income and expenditure
Employing Senior Post Holders, determining their pay and conditions of service
Scrutinising and monitoring the on-going improvement of success rates and student experience at the College

Board and Committee Meetings

The Corporation Board meets regularly (once per academic term or more regularly as required). The Corporation also have the following committees who meet once a term:

Audit Committee
Policy and Finance Committee
Estates and Facilities Committee
Quality and Curriculum Committee
Remuneration Committee
Special Committee
Estates and Facilities Committee

Join the North West Kent College Corporation

We welcome applications to join the Board of Governors, from all members of the community. For more details on becoming a Governor, please read the information below.

Responsibilities of a Member of the Governing Body

Your involvement and contribution can help us to meet the needs of everyone in our community. The College values the voluntary contribution from individuals who are keen to participate in delivery of our educational excellence.

Members are required to abide by the Seven Principles of Public Life as laid down in the Nolan Principles – selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership
Members will need to adhere to a Code of Conduct
Each year of office, members will need to complete a Register of Interests form declaring any interest, financial or other, which might influence their judgement. The register is open to public inspection in the Clerk’s office
Members will have to agree to attend a minimum number of meetings per year
We encourage continuous assessment on performance and recommendations for improvement.

Who can Become a Governor?

We are keen to encourage equality and diversity on our Corporation Board, both cultural diversity and vocational diversity are important to us. You may have experience in business, community services, industry, finance or legal practice. The broader your vocational experience the better for our Governing Body, to allow an informed decision making process.

As well as your role benefiting the community, you will also have an opportunity to further develop your own skill base and CV.
You will be given the appropriate training and support, to become fully effective and will be kept informed about emerging issues and trends.