Head of Governance, Compliance and Policy

Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust, Darlington, DL3 8RW

21 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  20 October 2025 at 10am

• Date listed

  29 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £68,487.00 - £75,863.00 Annually (Actual)

Head of Governance, Compliance and Policy job summary

Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust are seeking to appoint to the post of Head of Governance, Compliance and Policy.

This is a key leadership role within the Trust, responsible for ensuring robust governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and the development and implementation of effective policies across all schools. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders, trustees, and local governing bodies to uphold the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and operational integrity.

We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of educational governance, statutory requirements, and risk management. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident in providing expert advice and guidance at all levels of the organisation.

If you are passionate about driving excellence in governance and policy, and be part of a team committed to excellence, integrity, and making a difference in the lives of young people we would be delighted to hear from you.

We can offer:

• Generous 32 days annual leave entitlement.
• The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and successful team
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Networking opportunities.
• Flexible working patterns

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Bishop Hogarth Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff
and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. As an employee of Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust, you may work from time to time in one or more of our Academies.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bishop-hogarth-catholic-education-trust

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