Linda Waterson

Linda Waterson has extensive experience in governance, finance, and education. Currently serving as the Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee and a Trustee at The Challenge Academy Trust since March 2017, Linda also holds the position of Principal Auditor at Warrington Borough Council since March 1995. Prior roles include Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Local Governing Body at Beamont Collegiate Academy, along with chairing the Buildings, Finance & Personnel Committee and serving as a Parent Governor. Additionally, Linda was a Trustee for the Warrington Collegiate Education Trust from July 2013 to July 2017 and worked as a Finance & Payroll Administrator at Warrington Borough Council Housing Department from 1989 to 1995. Educational achievements include participation in the Chairs Leadership Development Programme through the National Governance Association and a BA (Hons) in Psychology from the University of Liverpool.