The Governing Body of IITT is composed of number of Members with a broad range of skills and experience.

The Governing Body meets regularly to consider the strategic direction of the College, to undertake systematic monitoring of College and management performance, and to receive and act on compliance reports

Meetings of the Governing Body are planned and well-attended by enthusiactic and committed Governors.

Members have informal contact with College life through visits to curriculum areas, attendance at prize giving and awards events, exhibitions and shows.

Governing Body Members have a strong commitment to continuous improvement in their own work as governors and conduct a self-evaluation of their performance.

What Does the Governing Body Do?

The Governing Body is responsible for:

	the determination and review of the educational character and mission of the institution and for the oversight of its activities;
	the effective and efficient use of resources, the solvency of the institution and the Corporation and for safeguarding their assets;
	approving the annual estimates of income and expenditure;
	approving the Improvement Strategy;
	the appointment, grading, suspension, dismissal and determination of the pay and conditions of service of senior postholders;
	setting the framework for the pay and conditions of service of all other staff;

The governing body act within seven principles:

	Selflessness - taking decisions solely in terms of the public interest
	Integrity - acting without obligation or influence to outside individuals or organisations
	Objectivity - taking decisions on merit
	Accountability - being accountable for decisions and subsequent public scrutiny
	Openness - being as open as possible and giving reasons for decisions
	Honesty - declaring private interests and avoiding conflicts of interest
	Leadership - promoting and supporting principles by leadership and example

Core Purpose of the Governing Body

The Governing Body is there to:

	Ensure the college thrives as an organisation while maintaining prudent control of its funds and assets
	Make a significant contribution to what the college does to ensure the success of its students
	Help the college maintain a long-term focus while working on its shorter-term goals and plans
	Help the college respond to local requirements within the context of regional and national needs
	Ensure that the business aspects of a college operation prosper