Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust; Ryton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is seeking a highly motivated Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance to provide strategic leadership across the Trust, working with the Board of Trustees, Executive Team and school leaders to strengthen governance and regulatory compliance.

You will lead policy development, risk management and assurance frameworks, advise senior stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement while upholding the highest standards of integrity and educational excellence

Job description

RESPONSIBLE TO: Chief Financial Officer Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust are looking to recruit a highly motivated Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance to provide strategic leadership and meet the operational needs across our Trust, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of governance, accountability and compliance. This is a leadership position responsible for leading governance, policy development, risk management and compliance across the Trust. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, Executive Team and school leaders, you will ensure that governance arrangements are robust, effective and continually evolving to support excellent outcomes for our schools and communities. We are seeking an experienced governance professional with strong expertise in governance, compliance, risk management and regulatory frameworks. The successful candidate will possess excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders, manage competing priorities and drive continuous improvement while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and educational excellence. Why Join Us?

• The opportunity to make a real difference across a growing and ambitious Trust.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Access to a generous pension scheme and employee benefits package.