Thank you for your interest in joining the Board of Management of West College Scotland at a pivotal moment in our journey.
Guided by our Strategic Plan 2026–2030, we are committed to our Mission of Empowering people and communities to thrive and to delivering our Vision of Unlocking Potential. Enabling Success. At the heart of this ambition is a belief in the transformational power of education and the role of the College as an anchor institution across the West of Scotland.
We serve diverse communities across Clydebank, Greenock, Paisley and beyond-many of which face significant social and economic challenges. Our Board plays a critical role in ensuring the College remains people centred, inclusive, innovative and financially sustainable, while delivering high quality learning and meaningful outcomes for learners, staff, partners and communities.
We welcome applications from individuals who share our Values and who can provide constructive challenge, strategic insight and strong governance stewardship. You do not need to be an education specialist; what matters most is your alignment with our purpose, your ability to think strategically, and your desire to make a positive difference.
As a Board member, you will help shape the future direction of the College and support delivery of our four strategic themes: Our People, Our Partnerships, Our Place and Our Performance— ensuring West College Scotland continues to be agile, ambitious and impactful.
As a Board member, you will help shape the future direction of the College and support delivery of our four strategic themes: Our People, Our Partnerships, Our Place and Our Performance— ensuring West College Scotland continues to be agile, ambitious and impactful.
Waiyin Hatton
Chair, Board of Management
Board Member
Vacancy
The Board of Management has collective responsibility for setting the strategic direction of the College and ensuring successful delivery of our Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan.
In line with the Strategic Plan 2026–2030, the Board:
Provides purpose driven leadership grounded in public value and community impact
Places learners, staff and communities at the centre of decision making
Ensures effective governance, financial stewardship and risk management
Champions equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing
Strengthens partnerships with employers, communities, government and the wider tertiary system
Holds the Executive Team to account for delivery against agreed priorities and outcomes
As a Board Member, your role is to contribute to collective leadership that enables West College Scotland to deliver transformational impact.
Working collaboratively with fellow Board members and the Executive Team, you will:
Provide strategic oversight aligned to the College’s four strategic themes: Our People, Our Partnerships, Our Place and Our Performance
Offer constructive challenge and informed advice that supports innovation, agility and continuous improvement Champion equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring opportunities to thrive are accessible to all
Act as an ambassador for the College, building trust and confidence with learners, staff, partners and stakeholders
Uphold the highest standards of governance, integrity and public accountability
All Board Members share collective responsibility; no individual member has authority to act independently of the Board.
The Board comprises up to 20 members as follows:
The Chair, appointed by the Scottish Minister
The Principal
2 members of staff elected to the Board (1 from the Teaching staff and 1 from the Support staff)
2 students nominated by the Students Association
2 staff members nominated by the local Trade Unions (1 from Teaching staff and 1 from the Support Staff)
Up to 12 Non-Executive members, appointed through a recruitment and interview process and approved by the Scottish Minister
The table below shows an indicative timeline for the appointments process.
Stage in Progress Timescale
Timescale
Closing date for applications
Thursday 11 June 2026
Outcome of shortlist to be relayed to applicants
by Thursday 18 June 2026
Date for interviews
Friday 26 June 2026
Date by which the Chair will make recommendation to the Scottish Ministers for appointment
w/c Monday 6 July 2026
It is hoped to have approval from the Minister in time for successful candidates to join the Board of Management from the start of the 2026/2027 academic session