Advertised from 26 May 2025

Role

UHI Perth is currently recruiting for new Independent Board Members to join the governing body charged with overseeing the operation of the College.

UHI Perth is one of Scotland’s leading Colleges of Further and Higher Education, and a partner in the University of the Highlands and Islands.

Independent Board Members are a governing body charged with overseeing the operation of the College. A position on our Board requires commitment to the work of the College and the community, an interest in the post-16 education sector, and effective communication and analytical skills.

UHI Perth (in common with many colleges across the sector) is currently facing some challenges around financial sustainability, and as part of the process of addressing these challenges, we are undertaking some fundamental changes to our governance and operations. With such change comes opportunity, and as such we currently have vacancies for Independent Board Members with the right skills and experience.

Membership is voluntary and unpaid, but brings huge rewards to members - input can make a real difference to the education and prospects of our learners and to the wellbeing and success of the communities where they live.

Attendance at meetings of the Board and Committees is required, usually early evening, and reasonable travel costs for Board business are reimbursed.

The College 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.

To arrange an informal conversation with the Chair of the Board, please contact:Ian McCartney Clerk to the Board of Management at ian.mccartney2.perth@uhi.ac.uk

You can find out more information about:

• Our current Board membership

• How our Board works

• Historic Committee meetings

• Our financial information

This post undertakes regulated work with children and a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check is required. A check will be made against the list of those barred from working with children. Other appropriate checks may be also be undertaken for this type of role.https://www.perth.uhi.ac.uk/about-us/college-management-structure/meet-the-board/

Application notes

To apply, please complete and submit the Board of Management Application Form provided, together with an up-to-date CV, to ian.mccartney2.perth@uhi.ac.uk

Visit our website to download and application form.