Waltham Forest College – Chair of the Corporation

Salary

A voluntary, unremunerated role

Closing date

19/09/2025 at 9.00am

Interview date

Monday 13 October 2025

Lead Consultant

Suzanne.Thurlow@fea.co.uk
FE Associates

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Introduction

Waltham Forest College is a leading London college, known for its inclusive ethos, expert staff and strong industry links.

We’re now seeking a new Chair of the Corporation – a passionate, strategic leader who believes in the power of further education. As Chair, you’ll guide the Governing Body, uphold high standards of governance and work closely with the Principal and senior team to shape the College’s future. You’ll play a vital role in championing opportunity, driving performance and building strong community and employer partnerships. We’re looking for someone with strong leadership experience, excellent communication skills and a commitment to educational excellence.

This is a role with genuine purpose and impact. Lead a college that’s shaping futures.

We have appointed FE Associates to support us to find our new Chair of the Corporation. Prior to submitting your CV and supporting statement, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with our FE Associates lead consultant by emailing Suzanne.Thurlow@fea.co.uk to discuss the role before the closing date.

Supporting documents.

Strategic Plan 2025 to 2030

The Economic Impact of Waltham Forest College

Corporation Code of Conduct

Ofsted March 2024

Financial Statements July 2024

Annual Accountability Statement 2024 to 25

How to apply

If you have the very special qualities and the passion to make a real a difference to the future of our students and business, then we would like to hear from you.

Please complete the registration form below to access the candidate information pack.

NB: Please ensure you complete all fields and click on both the Terms and Conditions check box as well as the Consent check box to enable access to the documents.

We have appointed FE Associates to help us find the right person. Prior to submitting your CV and supporting statement, interested parties should arrange an initial conversation with our FE Associates lead consultant to discuss the role before the closing date.

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Application Documents.

Equality and Diversity Form

Step 2: Submitting your application.

Prior to submitting an application, interested parties should arrange an initial conversation with our FE Associates lead consultant, by emailing Suzanne.Thurlow@fea.co.uk, to discuss the role before the closing date.

Once you have obtained the full information and had an informal discussion with the lead consultant, you must email your CV, a supporting statement and Equality and Diversity Form to recruitment@fea.co.uk by the closing date deadline. Applications received after this time will not be considered.

Application Email Checklist:

Please ensure your email includes only the documents necessary for your application to be considered:

  • A fully completed CV, including two references
  • A supporting statement
  • Equality and Diversity Form (please note this form is not compatible with IOS/MAC (PAGES))

Key Dates for Submitting Your Application:

  • Closing date: 9am on Friday 19 September 2025
  • Interview date: Monday 13 October 2025