Graham Tharp

Staff Governor

Having accrued many years teaching and curriculum management experience. Graham has recently transferred from an academic to business support leadership role and is applying his knowledge and experience of the FE sector in the role of Head of MIS and Funding. Graham is an experienced college Governor. Prior to being appointed as Staff Governor to the RHACC Board of Governors in 2017, Graham was Staff Governor on the Hillcroft College Board (2016-2017),

Graham is pleased to have been closely linked to RHACC since he first enrolled on a study programme in 1995 (thirty years ago!). In this time, he has experienced the college from the perspective of learner, employee and a governor.

Originally Graham was approached by colleagues who asked if I would consider the staff Governor role. He soon came to fully appreciate the importance of effective governance and to appreciate the contributions and dedication of the independent governors who lend their time and expertise to ensure RHACC is governed ethically and effectively. Graham’s approach to the role of Staff Governor is to make positive contributions that both support and challenge whilst having the best interests of the college at heart.

Graham is currently a member of the Finance & Resources Committee.