Board member

Sian Elliott

Biography

Sian Elliott is the Director of Organising, Public Services and Skills at the Trades Union Congress (TUC), leading on the strategic development of the TUC’s national and devolved skills agenda. She is also the co-chair for the Enginuity Skills Taskforce.

Prior to joining the TUC, Sian worked for the Runnymede Trust and Children England.

Board member

The board members play a vital role in guiding the strategic direction of Skills England and ensuring it delivers on its vision. As part of the Board, members provide independent insight, challenge, and support to the executive team. Working collectively with the Chair and fellow board members, they are responsible for:

  • contributing to the development and oversight of Skills England’s strategic objectives
  • providing expert advice and constructive challenge to ensure effective decision-making
  • supporting good governance, risk management, and accountability across the organisation
  • acting as ambassadors for Skills England, promoting its role and impact across the skills system

Board members are expected to dedicate approximately 20 days per year to the role, including attendance at Board meetings and engagement with stakeholders.

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