Are you passionate about education and want to help shape the future of Gateshead College? We’re looking for two Student Governors, one aged 16–18 and one aged 19+ to join our Board of Governors.
This is your chance to have your voice heard and help make decisions that matter to students like you!
A Student Governor is a student chosen by other students to join the Board of Governors.
You’ll bring your unique student perspective to important discussions and decisions about the college. It’s all about making sure the student voice is part of every big decision.
You’ll be a full voting member of the Board, representing either the 16–18 or 19+ age group. Your input helps the Board understand what matters most to students.
The Board sets the college’s overall direction, manages finances, and makes sure everything runs smoothly. They don’t run the day-to-day stuff, that’s up to the Principal and senior staff, but they make the big decisions that shape your college experience.
Check out the current Board members here.
You’ll get meeting papers ahead of time so you can read and be ready for meetings.
The Director of Governance & Compliance is there to support you ahead of, during and after meetings.
Meetings include presentations from staff, discussions, and decision-making.
You’ll need to be able to attend these meetings:
Meeting Type
Meeting Date
Meeting Time
Board Meeting
Wednesday 5 November 2025
4pm to 6pm
Board Strategy Day
Thursday 6 November 2025
9am-4pm
Curriculum and Quality Standards Committee
Thursday 20 November 2025
1pm-3pm
Wednesday 10 December 2025
4pm-7pm
Followed by a Board Dinner
Thursday 12 February 2026
4pm-6pm
Wednesday 1 April 2026
2.30pm-3pm
Thursday 2 April 2026
Thursday 11 June 2026
Wednesday 1 July 2026
If you’re appointed as a Student Governor, it’s really important that you:
Being a Student Governor is a real responsibility, but don’t worry, you’ll get plenty of support and training to help you succeed. Your input makes a difference, so we need you to be present and ready to contribute!
Absolutely! The Director of Governance & Compliance is here to help you every step of the way. You’ll get an induction, training, and chances to join external events. While the role isn’t paid, we’ll cover extra costs like travel to meetings.
Email Nicola Taylor, Director of Governance & Compliance, at [email protected] if you have any questions or want to chat about the role.
Please complete the nominations form here by 29th September 2025.