Director of Governance and Communications

DIRECTOR OF GOVERNANCE AND COMMUNICATIONS

SOULBURY SCALE 6-13 (£49,897 - £60,269)

ACTUAL SALARY (£39,917.60 - £48,215.20)

0.8 FTE

PERMANENT Contract

ALL YEAR ROUND

Required as soon as possible

The Director of Governance and Communications is a leadership role with the Trust, responsible for ensuring effective governance, statutory compliance, high-quality communications, and the operational integrity of key Trust-wide systems.

The post holder will provide strategic oversight and operational leadership across governance, compliance, communications, complaints, and selected central systems. They will play a key role in ensuring the Trust meets all statutory and regulatory requirements while driving consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement across its operations.

The role will also support Trust-wide leadership priorities, including risk management, policy development, and the successful onboarding of new schools.

We are seeking a passionate CANDIDATE who:

• A passionate and strategic leader with strong expertise in governance and communications
• A trusted advisor, confident working with Boards and senior stakeholders
• An excellent communicator, able to convey complex information clearly and effectively
• A relationship-builder who engages confidently with a wide range of stakeholders
• A values-driven individual who champions transparency, accountability and integrity
• A proactive thinker, able to identify risks and respond to change
• An inspiring leader, who develops and motivates high-performing teams

YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE:

• Lead governance, compliance, communications and complaints across the Trust
• Ensure statutory and regulatory requirements are met
• Oversee governance processes and key central systems
• Drive effective communication, consistency, and continuous improvement
• Support risk management, policy development, and onboarding of new schools

IN RETURN, WE OFFER:

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject-specific CPD, leadership pathways and technical mentoring from experienced colleagues.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. We use a ‘touchbase’ informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager

• Wellbeing & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for all year-round support staff. This increases to 28 days after 5 years
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare.

Application information:

For more information, visit our website The Bishop Fraser Trust - Home

To apply please complete the attached application form via the link

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Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received.

The Bishop Fraser 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 is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 11^th May 2026 @ 9 am

INTERVIEWS: Friday 15^th May 2026