Governor at UTC

Governor at UTC Plymouth – Reach South Academy Trust

UTC Plymouth is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join the voluntary Governors. Governors look to make a difference in the school community.

Governance is central to our commitment to delivering high-quality education. Our framework ensures accountability, strategic oversight, and continuous improvement, supporting our mission to advance education for all.

Structure:

• Members – guardians of the Trust’s constitution
• Board of Trustees – responsible for strategic direction and oversight
• Board Committees – focus on finance, education standards, people, risk, and audit
• Executive Team – led by the CEO, managing day-to-day operations
• Local Governing Bodies (LGBs) – provide challenge and support to individual academies

• Act within the formal powers and rules as set out in the Memorandum and Articles of Association
• Determine the educational character and mission of the School and exercise oversight of its activities
• Approve the quality improvement strategy for the institution
• Ensure effective and efficient use of resources, safeguarding assets, and maintaining solvency
• Act in the best interests of the School
• Be fully informed about the operation of the School
• Ensure decisions benefit the School, its students, staff, and other users, safeguarding public funds
• Act as individuals, not bound by mandates from other bodies
• Attend School events such as student awards presentations and open days to support the work of the School

Located in Plymouth’s historic Coastal Quarter, UTC Plymouth is a centre of excellence with a focus on creative thinking and a broad balanced curriculum. Rated 'Good' by OFSTED in February 2023, we drive improvement, equity, and social justice, removing barriers to success for all young people.

Reach South is a rapidly developing Trust operating across the South West of England, delivering 3‑19 education across 16 academies. We build on clear values, behaviours, and curriculum principles, supporting our young people to become successful citizens today and for tomorrow.

• Reference: EDV/2025/UP/12349
• Location:
  
  Park Avenue, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4RL
• Closing Date: 31st August 2026
• Start Date:
  
  As soon as possible
• Positions Available: 1

If you have any queries about this role, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment or .

Please complete the Expression of Interest form and send to recruitment.

We are especially keen to hear from candidates with a STEM background.

• Expression Of Interest Form.docx
• Governor Campaign Pack UTC.pdf

Recruitment Team

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