Chair of the Board

Board of Trustees (Chair and Independent Trustees)

Chair of Board of Trustees

Colleges Scotland is looking to recruit new Independent Chair to its recently reformed Board of Trustees.

In addition to having the same role, duties, rights and responsibilities as other trustees the Chair provides inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring the effective governance of the charity and that Colleges Scotland is accountable to its members.

The Chair will also support and, where appropriate, challenge the Chief Executive Officer and ensure that the Board functions effectively as a unit and works closely with the entire Executive of the charity to achieve agreed objectives.

View further information in the Chair Board of Trustees Information Pack.

Colleges Scotland

Colleges Scotland is the collective voice for the college sector, and as the membership body, represents the 24 colleges in Scotland, which deliver both further education and around 20% of the provision of all higher education in Scotland. The 24 colleges operate in 13 regions across Scotland, allowing them to plan nationally and regionally, as well as deliver locally.

Colleges Scotland’s primary role is to support colleges and the regional strategic body in achieving their aims and objectives, and to cultivate the strength of the college sector in Scotland. This is achieved through advocating and campaigning on behalf of the college sector, co-ordinating sector-wide engagement on major issues, policy development, and maintaining strong and proactive relationships with government, sector agencies and industry bodies. Colleges Scotland is driving new business development opportunities to increase benefits to its members.

Remuneration and Recruitment Process

Remuneration

Unremunerated.

Recruitment Process

As Chair, you should not be currently employed by a member of Colleges Scotland. College Board members who serve in a voluntary, non-remunerated capacity are welcome to apply.

To apply for this role, please submit your CV along with a covering letter that highlights your relevant knowledge and experience in relation to the job description and person specification to hr@stepscotland.co.uk.

Applicants invited to an interview will be asked to prepare a 10 minute presentation to the panel.

Please note, all successful applicants will be required to complete a declaration that they are not automatically disqualified under the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 – Trustee Declaration Form.

Recruitment Timetable

Closing date for applications: Monday 6 October 2025

Interviews (online): Wednesday 22 October 2025

Board of Trustees meeting: Thursday 30 October 2025

Colleges Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.