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Director of Governance & Regulatory Affairs

Director of Governance & Regulatory Affairs

Remote

West yorkshire, United kingdom

£ 90,000 /year

Full Time

19-01-2026

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Skills

Communication Leadership Quality Assurance Project Management Team Development

Job Specifications

Director of Governance & Regulatory Affairs to lead our Quality and Risk function.

At Horizon Care & Education, we are dedicated to providing high-quality care and education services, empowering children and young people to reach their full potential. We are currently seeking a highly experienced, dynamic, and driven

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development: Lead and empower the Governance & Regulatory Affairs team, ensuring high performance and engagement. Foster a proactive, collaborative leadership culture across the Group.
Governance Framework: Design and implement a governance framework, oversee policy development, and manage the whistleblowing service. Ensure compliance with quality assurance, health & safety, and regulatory processes.
Operational Processes: Ensure effective processes for safeguarding, complaints, and significant events, providing support and oversight as needed.
Information Governance: Act as Data Protection Officer, ensuring GDPR and data protection compliance, and collaborate with IT on cybersecurity.
Regulatory Oversight: Manage regulatory registrations, inspection records, and Ofsted relationships. Support operational teams with regulatory matters.
External Communications: Assist operational teams in external communications related to quality, risk, and compliance.

Experience & Qualifications:

Proven experience in leading and managing high-performing teams.
Demonstrable project management experience and the ability to oversee complex initiatives.
Subject matter expertise in data protection, with relevant qualifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) desirable
Extensive experience working in a regulated environment, liaising with regulators and external authorities.
A track record of successfully reviewing, designing, and embedding robust processes.
Strong communicator with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Resilient, approachable, firm but fair, with a calm and compassionate approach to leadership.
Ability to challenge traditional ways of thinking and foster a culture of innovation.
A natural relationship builder with a commitment to collaborative working and partnership development.

Why Horizon Care & Education?

Opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-growing organisation.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
A supportive and dynamic team committed to providing outstanding care and education services.

About the Company

Horizon Care and Education Group is a growing provider of children’s homes, specialist schools, and supported accommodation. Since operations began in 2007, Horizon has grown to a team of more than 1,000 colleagues who work tirelessly to offer the best services and support for those children and young people within our care. From our teaching staff to our residential workers; our psychologists through to our administrative functions – diversity is a strength, and we celebrate the differences amongst our colleagues and the wi... Know more