Head of Governance, Compliance & Risk- Endeavour Learning Trust, SATIS Education LTD

Head of Governance, Compliance & Risk

Endeavour Learning Trust – a growing, well‑established, highly respected and thriving Trust in the North West, currently spanning South Ribble, West Lancashire and North Sefton.

Role: Full time, Permanent

Grade: Grade 12 SCP 45-48

Salary: £56,730 - £60,208 per annum

Location: Lancashire

Closing date: Midday Monday 9th February

The Trust is entering an exciting phase of growth and is looking to appoint a new Head of Governance, Compliance & Risk to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the organisation. This senior, strategic post suits an experienced professional who can provide assurance, expert advice and system leadership across governance, compliance, risk management and data protection.

As a growing and ambitious Trust, we are committed to exemplary governance that not only meets statutory requirements but actively strengthens decision‑making, accountability and ethical leadership. This role represents a clear step change from operational governance support to strategic oversight, influence and organisational maturity.

A key aspect of this role is building and sustaining strong, trusted relationships across the Trust. You will work closely with Trustees and Executive Leaders, Local Academy Councillors and senior colleagues across the Trust and academies to ensure that all governance stakeholders are confident, well‑supported and fully engaged in their roles within the broader governance framework.

• Shape and influence governance at a Trust‑wide, strategic level
• Play a critical role in a growing organisation with strong ambition
• Work with committed Trustees, leaders and colleagues who value high‑quality governance
• Make a meaningful contribution to the success and sustainability of our Trust

This full‑time, permanent position requires 37 hours per week:
Monday to Thursday 8:30 am–4:30 pm and Friday 8:30 am–4:00 pm. Due to the requirements of the role, work outside normal hours may be necessary, for example to facilitate Board meetings. We promote flexible working; time off in lieu will be given where work is required outside normal hours. This role is based at ELT Head Office and occasional travel between Trust schools and sites is required.

• Closing date:
  Midday Monday 9th February
• Shortlisting:
  Wednesday 11th February
• Interviews: 23rd and 24th February

To find out more and register your interest, please visit

For questions or queries about the role, please contact Laura McGunigle on 07931 384683 or email

Endeavour Learning Trust & Satis Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be conducted as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.