Download our Information Booklet Could you help support King Edward VI College by becoming a parent governor?
The college currently has pending vacancies for two parent governors to serve on the local governing body (LGB) for a period of four years as follows:
- 1st nominated governor term of office: 1 October 2026 – 30 September 2030
- 2nd nominated governor term of office: 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2030
Parent governors are able to resign after two years term of office if they so wish.
The College became an academy and joined the Heart of Mercia Academy Trust in February 2021. Hereford Sixth Form College, Worcester Sixth Form College, The Chantry School and John Kyrle High School are also managed by this Trust.
The Trust governance structure and its aims and responsibilities are detailed in its governance procedures. Local governing bodies (LGBs) are effectively committees of the Trust Board. Their responsibilities cover strategy and leadership, education and curriculum issues, financial and resource issues as detailed in the Trust scheme of delegation.
The essential qualities required to be a parent governor are an interest in the education of young people aged 16-19 and the ability and willingness to attend at least four formal meetings per academic year (on Wednesdays from 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm) and a governors’ awayday is also scheduled during each year.
A previous parent governor’s feedback was:
“It was certainly an interesting initial few meetings – not least getting to grips with all of the acronyms as well as witnessing the energy, commitment and ability of the College Leadership team. The position is, essentially, a non-executive directorship. We’re here to listen, question and advise – operational matters are not our concern. That said, we are involved in some of the strategic decisions the college makes and that creates a stimulating and challenging but ultimately rewarding experience. I would recommend the position as well worth applying for. I have learned a great deal about governance and the stresses and strains of running a large FE college, that is first and foremost a superb educational establishment but also a business that is adapting to modern day requirements.”
This information has already been distributed to all parents via email. The rules, procedures, timeline and a nomination form can be accessed via this link. All nominations must be submitted in writing, (or by email: ann.meyler@kedst.ac.uk ) to Annie Meyler, Executive Administrator, by the closing date given below.
The closing date for nominations is
4.00 pm on Wednesday 16 September 2026
