Job Description

Job: Head of Governance and Performance

Employer: Sixth Form College

Location:  Victoria in central London or Manchester

Annual FTE Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Contract: Part-time 2-3 days/week, permanent, hybrid (1-2 days per week on campus), 52 weeks a year

Benefits: Excellent benefits including 10% employer pension contribution and 30 days of annual leave, more details below

Start date: January 2026

Aston Education is looking for a Head of Governance and Performance to join this Sixth Form College near Victoria station in Central London. Their Ofsted is Good with Outstanding features.

The College aims to educate and empower diverse digital talent. ​They use technology (tech) as a tool for social mobility and addressing the diversity and gender gaps in the tech sector.

Purpose of the Role

The College is seeking a dynamic Head of Governance and Performance to join their wider leadership team, to work with the Board of Governors and College leadership team, in achieving their strategic and statutory responsibilities.

You’ll work closely with the Chair of Governors as the College’s Clerk and report into the Director of Finance and Compliance.

Qualifications, knowledge and experience required

• Experience supporting Board of Governors and a college/school leadership team including writing agendas and accurate minutes
• Experience as a Governance Professional or Clerk for Local Governance at a school/college
• An understanding of the cycle of annual meetings and ability to plan meetings accordingly
• Level 3 certification in Clerking of School and Governing Boards (CGI) is desirable
• A good understanding of school/college governance and statutory requirements
• High level of attention to detail

The benefits include

• 10% support staff pension
• 30 days of annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
• Lifestyle and discount savings
• Professional development programme
• Gym membership discounts
• Excellent modern facilities
• Central London location 

Closing date: As soon as possible

To find out more and to apply to this Head of Governance and Performance job, please send your CV to Tarja Aila at Aston Education.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.