Designated Governors for Finance & Audit

Application Deadline: 26 September 2025

Department: Governance

Employment Type: Volunteer

Location: Governance

Description

Volunteer Opportunity: Designated Governors for Finance & Audit

Hugh Baird College
Location: Bootle, Liverpool | Commitment: Part-time, voluntary (evening meetings)

Are you passionate about education, governance, and making a difference in your community? Hugh Baird College is seeking two individuals to join our Corporation Board as Designated Governors for Finance and Audit.

These are charitable, unpaid roles, offering a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise to a thriving educational institution.

About the Roles

• Finance Governor
  Join Hugh Baird College at an exciting time in its journey to Outstanding Financial Health. As a volunteer Governor for Finance, you’ll use your financial knowledge to support strategic planning and ensure resources are used effectively. You’ll contribute to a supportive team, helping to promote transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. 
• Audit Governor
  Support Hugh Baird College’s progress toward Outstanding Financial Health by helping review risk management and internal controls. As a volunteer Governor for Audit, you’ll offer a fresh perspective to strengthen transparency and good practice. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, with guidance provided, ideal for someone with a keen eye and a desire to make a difference.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals with:

• Professional qualifications in finance, audit, or accountancy (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIA)
• Willingness to learn and adapt: Open to gaining new knowledge about governance and the education sector, even if not previously familiar. 
• Strong analytical, communication, and strategic thinking skills
• A collaborative and inclusive approach to governance
• Commitment to equality, safeguarding, and continuous development

Time Commitment

• Dependent upon your role as governor, you will normally be asked to attend a minimum of 4 (if a co-opted governor) to 8 meetings in an academic year.  
• Most of these meetings will be held from 5.00 pm onwards. 

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on education and student outcomes
• Work alongside experienced professionals and senior leaders
• Gain valuable governance experience in a supportive environment