Governance
Strong Governance. Clear Purpose. Lasting Impact.
Lindley Educational Trust is committed to the highest standards of governance, accountability and stewardship.
As a registered charity and company limited by guarantee, we exist to enable children and young people to be the best version of themselves so they have a positive impact on others and their wider community. Good governance ensures that we remain focused on this purpose, use our resources responsibly and continue to create positive outcomes for the children, young people and communities we serve.
Our Governance Structure
The governance of Lindley Educational Trust is led by our Board of Trustees. The Board provides strategic leadership, oversight and accountability for the organisation. Trustees bring a diverse range of professional expertise, experience and perspectives, helping to ensure that the Trust remains financially sustainable, legally compliant and focused on delivering meaningful impact. The Board meets regularly throughout the year to review performance, consider strategic opportunities and oversee the effective management of the organisation.
The Board is Responsible For:
Setting the strategic direction of the Trust
Safeguarding the charity’s values, vision and purpose
Managing risk
and compliance
Monitoring performance and impact
Ensuring financial sustainability and effective use of resources
Ensuring the Trust operates in accordance with charity and company law
Supporting and holding the Chief Executive to account
Board Committee
To support effective governance, the Board is complemented by specialist groups that provide additional scrutiny, challenge and expertise.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee provides detailed oversight of the Trust’s financial management and sustainability.
Its responsibilities include:
- Budget monitoring and financial performance
- Audit and risk management
- Financial planning and forecasting
- Investment and reserves oversight
- Reviewing financial controls and policies
Youth & Community Board
The Youth & Community Board provides strategic oversight and support for the Trust’s youth and community programmes.
The Board helps ensure that our work remains relevant, responsive and impactful, whilst strengthening links with local communities, partners and stakeholders.
Leadership Team
The Board delegates responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Trust to the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team.
The executive leadership team currently comprises:
- Chief Executive
- Head of Centre
- Business Manager
- Head of Youth & Community Programmes
Together, they are responsible for delivering the Trust’s strategy, leading staff and volunteers, managing operations and ensuring high-quality experiences for children and young people.
Our Trustees
Our Trustees share a commitment to improving the lives of children and young people through outdoor learning, youth work and personal development.
Trustees serve on a voluntary basis and bring expertise from a range of sectors including education, youth work, business, finance, governance, community development and the outdoors.
Their role is to provide independent oversight, constructive challenge and strategic guidance while ensuring that the Trust remains true to its charitable objectives and values.
Safeguarding and Risk Management
The Board maintains oversight of safeguarding, health and safety, financial management and organisational risk through regular reporting and review processes.
Trustees receive information on key risks, compliance matters and organisational performance to ensure that appropriate controls and mitigations are in place across all areas of the Trust’s work.