Head of Governance

SignHealth is a passionate and unique deaf-led charity, committed to creating a future where there are no barriers to good health and wellbeing for deaf people. 

Our work is varied and aims to promote easier access to healthcare and information. We partner with the NHS and other services and take on projects, carry out research, and raise awareness. We also deliver our own services to reach deaf people in our shared language (BSL) in their moment of need, through domestic abuse support, therapy, advocacy and residential services. 

The Head of Governance will be responsible for ensuring SignHealth is compliant with regulatory requirements while delivering efficient, accessible, and consistent governance and corporate services. This role supports the Board of Trustees and Executive Team with robust governance processes, policies, risk management and corporate planning frameworks.

As Senior Information Risk Officer, you will ensure compliance with data protection laws and information security standards. Providing direct support to the CEO, the Executive and Trustees, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening organisational effectiveness and shaping a future aligned with SignHealth’s vision.

The role is very varied and wide-ranging and includes a significant contribution to SignHealth’s wider strategic projects and cultural developments.

Your key priorities will include: 

• Ensuring SignHealth’s governance arrangements are fully compliant with Charity Commission and other relevant legislation and regulation
• Managing SignHealth’s risk management and data protection frameworks and processes
• Providing support to the Board of Trustees, committees and the senior leadership team

This is an opportunity for a highly skilled and values-led leader to contribute significantly to SignHealth’s ambitious plans. If you can answer “yes” to the questions below, then we encourage you to apply.

Do you have a proven track record of leading the governance function of a charity?

Are you naturally proactive and organised?

Do you have strong collaboration and communication skills?

To make an application please email the following to [email protected]:

• Your CV (no more than 3 sides)
• A written answer to the following question:
  • How does your experience match the essential criteria in the job description?

Please complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form on the online application process.  This form is for monitoring purposes only and is not treated as part of your application.

We are also working with BSL interpreters throughout the process but if you have any other access needs, please do let us know.

Link to website and BSL advert: https://signhealth.org.uk/jobs/head-of-governance/