Senior Post Holder Appraisal and Chair Review

Effective performance management of Senior Post Holders and constructive Chair reviews are essential for strong Board governance. Guidance recently issued by the FE Commissioner provides a valuable checklist for best practices, find out more

The guidance identifies 4 principles that inform effective Senior Post Holder (SPH) appraisals and regular review of chair performance.

1. Purpose – have a clear purpose that links to the bigger strategic picture.

2. Process – design and implement a clear, transparent and fair evidence led process.

3. People – ensure the system is owned and delivered by competent and trained governors.

4. Pay, Progression and Professional development – performance appraisal should be one element that informs fair and appropriate remuneration for SPHs and opportunities for enrichment of skills for both SPHs and chairs.

Each principle is described by way of a checklist of questions for colleges to consider, supplemented by examples of effective practice.

AoC can help you implement this guidance; review current practices and facilitate independent Chair reviews that are unique to your requirements.

We offer tailored support at competitive daily rates.