Board Of Trustees Volunteer Roles

Epsom RDA provides opportunities for disabled people to improve their health and well-being through the therapeutic power of horses. 

We are a thriving charity providing therapy, fun and achievement for over 200 disabled participants delivered by a team of volunteers and our own herd of ponies. We have exciting plans for growth and to increase the range of activities we offer.  

To assist us in this we are looking for an Honorary Secretary trustee with a focus on ensuring that Epsom RDA meets its constitutional and statutory responsibilities. We are looking for someone with a detailed understanding of charity governance, ideally gained through experience of working or volunteering in a leadership role for a charity. Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential, as is a desire to drive improvements and get things done. 

As we are entirely run by volunteers, trustees need to be hands on and be able to collaborate with volunteers to achieve our aims. We foster an environment that is inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued so that we can reflect the community we serve. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with fellow trustees to ensure that the board fulfils its responsibilities for governance and driving the strategic direction of the charity;
• Be familiar with the charity’s governing document, legal responsibilities of charities under the Charities Act 2009 and the charity’s internal governance documents;
• Work with the Chair to drive board effectiveness and performance and ensure that this is reviewed regularly;
• Ensure board of trustees are aware of the requirements to comply with relevant codes e.g. Charity Governance Code, plus relevant legislation relating to health and safety and safeguarding etc
• Help to ensure that trustees file all relevant statutory returns and information with charities regulator (e.g. Annual Report and Accounts, changes to the charity’s details and/or trustees’ details).
• Plan and deliver the annual governance cycle including production of supporting papers for trustee meetings and preparation of the Annual General Meeting (AGM);
• Maintain our register of members, register of trustees and register of trustees’ and secretary interests;
• Keep up to date with developments in best practice in charity leadership and governance through networking with other charities and RDA groups;
• Be the Group contact point for RDA National on governance related matters. 
• You will also be required to be a member of the Finance, Performance and Governance Sub-Committee;

Skills and attributes:

• An understanding of charity governance gained in a charity or voluntary sector leadership role;
• Excellent organisational and strategic planning skills;
• The ability to drive improvement, informed by evidence and best practice from across the voluntary sector;
• An understanding of our service users and their needs

Whilst there are no set hours, given the hands-on nature of all of our trustee roles, the successful candidate will need to commit to a minimum of three hours per week on average.  Whilst the role can be performed remotely, there is an expectation that the trustee will attend face to face meetings quarterly.

Please apply with a personal statement of no more than one page, setting out how your skills, experience and interests would make you a good fit for the role.  

For an informal chat about the role, please contact us.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

This is an exciting opportunity to be able to influence how we do things whilst helping the RSPCA to; identify animal welfare needs in the area, prevent animal cruelty, and reach out to more supporters.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person, with professional expertise, who could devote their time to volunteer as a trustee at our Tunbridge Wells & Maidstone Branch. You would be supporting us with establishing connections in the local community and determining what animal welfare needs there are in the area so we can help more animals in need. 

Alongside passing on your expertise, this opportunity will give you the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals and drive the implementation of key initiatives. You will serve on the governing body of the charity and be instrumental, alongside fellow trustees, in the running of the Branch and setting out both the short and long term aims.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a  committee meeting every other month lasting 2 hours either in person or virtually (can alternate). However, the commitment may vary depending on whether or not the trustee takes on additional duties.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee – Community Outreach

• Take the lead on matters relating to community outreach:
•  Establish connections with the local community.
•  Help the Branch determine what the local animal welfare need is.
•  Where there are opportunities for improvements in animal welfare.
•  Assist the Branch in setting strategies to tackle the identified animal welfare needs.
•  Work closely with other organisations (other welfare charities, other welfare providers, vets etc) to develop mutually beneficial partnership opportunities.
•  Identify opportunities for the Branch to engage with those living within the branches area in order to develop its supporter base.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

We are committed to creating a Board which is representative of our society, and in particular, our community and surrounding areas so encourage people from any background to apply for any of our opportunities.

Alongside professional experience, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. You would be creative, innovative, bring a fresh perspective, and can put ideas into action.

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert, although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Trustee – Community Outreach

•  We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you will everything you need to carry out the role.
•  Ongoing support is also provided by local and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
•  The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
•  The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
•  A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

Make a lasting impact on future generations and your community, by becoming a governor for your local college.

Peridot Partners have partnered with the Department of Education to revolutionise the education governance sector, by appointing 137 new governors to college boards across England.

Education governors come from all backgrounds and sectors with either professional or lived experience that can help the board to make their decisions. A passion for education and future generations is a must, but you don’t need to have any experience in the education sector to become a governor.

Being an education governor or trustee is a rewarding and fulfilling venture for any of us. You don’t need to be a Chief Executive, a senior leader or even an educationalist to join the ever-growing pool of people who regularly attend board and committee meetings to influence and impact the quality of education delivered by our schools, sixth forms, further education colleges and universities. 

As an education governor, you will draw on the professional experience of your working career and your own life experiences to support and challenge the strategic direction of the organisation. You will reflect on the lessons that you have learnt through education, work and life to ask questions and understand how decisions being made on an operational level will and could impact the students and their potential for achievement.

Peridot Partners and the Department of Education are, together, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate(s) will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can see the available opportunities and register your interest. 

We are seeking two new lay members with expertise in the field of finance. The Association of Anaesthetists (the Association) represents the life-changing, life-saving profession of anaesthesia – by supporting, informing and inspiring a worldwide community of over 10,000 members.

Founded in 1932, the Association is the only anaesthesia membership association covering the whole of Great Britain and Ireland and represents the largest medical specialty in the NHS. We are an organisation of, and for, anaesthetists, providing member services at all career stages.

The Finance, Audit, Risk & Investment Committee plays a key role in the organisation’s financial governance. Operating under the brand name the Association of Anaesthetists (the Association) are two separate legal entities: the Association of Anaesthetists of Great Britain and Ireland and its registered charity, the AAGBI Foundation, each with its own board of directors or trustees. The Finance, Audit, Risk and Investment Committee reports to both boards and has responsibility for oversight of the consolidated financial position and for financial accounting for each of the two entities.

Lay members bring expertise, judgment and balance which complement the skills of the elected directors and trustees. Their principal assets will be their independence and non-clinical expertise. It is envisaged that the lay member will add value not only to the Finance, Audit, Risk and Investment Committee’s work but to the organisation as a whole.

The role of the committee is to maintain oversight and understanding of the finances of the Association including its finance strategy, annual budget, investments, management accounts and the annual audit.

We are seeking two new lay members with expertise in the field of finance, including: Experience at a senior level in financial strategy and planning; Experience in income diversification and business development in a not-for-profit environment; and knowledge of investment management including investment principles and policy setting

Please submit a CV along with a cover letter by 17:00 on Friday 6 September 2024. Interviews will be held via videoconference.

Do you want to support the running of a longstanding, free and highly-effective counselling service for young people?

You could be a trustee for Bracknell-based charity, Youthline.

Set up in 1988, now a Charitable Company Limited by Guarantee, we have just celebrated 35 successful years, offering more than 600 counselling hours to young people every month. Demand and complexity of services continue to increase, and we have thus improved space and availability to meet that demand.

Our anniversary year meant a new logo, and in 2023/24, our income was maintained at £220k, with a successful funding bid. Of course, income-generation remains a high priority, as for all charities.

The role and what we are looking for in a new trustee

Trustees are the people who make the top-level decisions for our charity. Our Board includes people with experience and skills in governing a youth counselling charity, and we require new trustees to have empathy with our cause and our beneficiaries. 

You don’t necessarily need prior experience of charity trusteeship, as full induction and guidance from our trustees and staff will be provided, including access to external training, as needed.

We are looking for new trustees with some skills or experience in:

• Income-generation
• Employee & volunteer support/HR
• We also are looking for ‘general’ trustees who are interested in our mission and services

If you are unsure your abilities or experience fit our needs, please ask: we’re flexible how people can contribute to our charity. If you can think strategically and plan long-term, you have the primary skills needed by our trustees; you’ll also need to be able to work collectively with other Board members. Support from our paid employees is always available, as they deal with the day-to-day running of the organisation.

We are a charity not a business, but we apply business principles to governing our organisation. We are looking for people from a variety of backgrounds to join our Board, and want to expand the diversity of our board, in all meanings of the word, strongly welcoming applications from people from less-represented groups. 

We ask for up to five hours of your time per month, less at some times of year, which includes all meetings, discussions, etc.  You will need access to digital communications, as some of our charity’s business is run that way, with quarterly Board meetings face-to-face in Bracknell.

How to apply  

This appointment is being managed for us by inVOLve Community Services, a charity-support organisation, who offer a no-obligation discussion by video or phone, and assistance with your application. A detailed Role Description and Person Specification can be made available to you upon request.

Trustee appointments are subject to satisfactory references and completion of a Safeguarding course. 

Your CV or similar will be read by our existing trustees, and an interview offered as soon as mutually convenient.

I need to know more 

Contact Mike Allen via Quick Apply below, for more information and arrange to have a no-obligation initial informal discussion (Teams/Zoom/phone)

The Council for British Research in the Levant (CBRL) is seeking to appoint new Trustees. CBRL is a research charity which operates the UK’s overseas research institutes in Amman and East Jerusalem and supports academic research across a broad range of subject areas – from archaeology to modern social science – in the Levant.

CBRL is a member of the British International Research Institutes (BIRI), a group of independent charities sharing an office at the British Academy in central London. The charity has been through significant change in recent years, broadening its sources of funding and professionalising its processes.  The Trustees will play a key role in helping to drive the Strategic Plan.

CBRL is seeking to recruit new Trustees to join our Board and sub-committees. We are particularly seeking expressions of interest from candidates who have any of the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• An academic research background, with UK academic knowledge and / or experience

• Regional expertise

• HR background

• Publications background/ experience 

• Experience of charity governance

• Overseas organisation management experience

• Fundraising experience

St Basils is looking for a new Director / Trustee with housing experience to join our Board.

About Us
St Basils works with young people aged 16-25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, to enable them to find and keep a home, grow their confidence, develop their skills, increase opportunities and ultimately prevent homelessness.

We help almost 4,000 young people each year across the West Midlands region with specific services in Birmingham, Coventry, Evesham, Leamington Spa, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and the Wyre Forest. Our services range from providing supported accommodation to outreach, advice, support, employability and engagement services to help young people regain the stability they need to rebuild their lives, gain skills, confidence and employment and move on. The aim is to help them successfully break the ‘cycle of homelessness’ so that they can go on to experience a bright, fulfilling future and never return to a state where they are at risk of homelessness again.

About our Board

We are a registered provider of social housing, a charity and a company limited by guarantee, meaning our Board members are both Directors and Trustees. To navigate our challenging regulatory landscape we need to be tightly governed, and at the heart of this is a Board with the right knowledge, experience and diversity, all whilst working towards our vision to end youth homelessness.

As a member of St Basils’ Board, you will be a guardian of St Basils’ charitable purpose. You will be responsible for holding the Senior Leadership Team to account through constructive challenge and for ensuring St Basils’ strategic priorities are met. You will form part of St Basils’ good governance function which involves having an oversight of key business areas, such as safeguarding, risk, finance, health and safety, EDI and business development. 

Our Board is made up of 14 members, 2 of which are designated for young people who have lived experience of homelessness.

St Basils has adopted the RACE Equality Code and is actively seeking applications for Board members from the Black community to ensure our Board is reflective of the communities and young people that we serve.

About the Role

We are looking for a voluntary Director / Trustee with social housing experience to provide the necessary oversight to ensure St Basils effectively carries out its duties as a landlord. Our new Board member will need to have a good understanding of the strategic challenges facing the social housing sector, including the ongoing regulatory reforms.

Our new Director / Trustee will sit on our Service Delivery & Development Committee which oversees both the housing elements of our services and the also support / delivery we provide to our young people.

Although the role is voluntary, reasonable expenses will be paid for costs incurred in your role as a Director / Trustee.

About You

You will have the relevant experience in the housing sector to enable you to oversee our social housing function.

You will demonstrate sound judgement and be able to challenge constructively, although you do not need to have Board experience.

You will be work within the principles of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and understand the needs of the diverse young people we serve.

You will be passionate about ending youth homelessness and share our mission, vision and principles. 

Time Commitment

You will need to be able to attend the majority of Board and Committee meetings, one of which is held each quarter (8 meetings total per year). Each meeting will last around 2 hours and will normally be held late afternoon/early evening (usually 4pm – 6pm). Board meetings are held in person at St Basils’ Head Office in Birmingham, and Committee meetings are held virtually via Microsoft Teams. The dates for meetings are set by calendar year, towards the end of the previous year – so 2025 meeting dates will be published in December 2024.

Meeting papers will be circulated via an online portal a week in advance of the meeting to allow you sufficient time to prepare.

A Board away day is held each year, usually October, and every other year this includes an overnight stay. This will be fully paid for by St Basils.

We encourage Board members to visit our accommodation services to help them to really understand St Basils and to ultimately support our good governance and strategic decision making. We would like all Board members to make 2 visits a year if possible.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a series of essential online training courses (for example GDPR, Cyber Security, EDI, Safeguarding) and also the opportunity to do additional online or in-person training. As part of our commitment to race equality we provide mandatory Anti-Racism training for all staff and Board members.

St Basils is a learning organisation and therefore we are able to support and develop Board members who are new to the role.

Being a Director / Trustee at St Basils is more than just attending meetings – if you would like to contribute to an organisation that has young people at its core then this is the role for you.

For further information, please see the link to the full job pack.

OVERVIEW

Poltimore House Trust is a registered charity dedicated to the restoration of an historic mansion just outside Exeter. Despite an arson attack which caused severe damage to the House, the Trust Board’s commitment to restoration as a focal point for the arts, business, communities and wellbeing remains undiminished. A new Board has been recruited over the last two years, bringing a wide range of professional expertise and experience to the Trust.

In addition to the House, the Trust owns 13.6 acres of the historic estate and established a popular Café in 2022 which was unaffected by the fire. The Board is committed to developing a strategy for the Grounds which blends heritage restoration, biodiversity and a unique visitor experience.

The Grounds are maintained by a committed team of some 30 regular volunteers, and a campaign is currently underway to increase recruitment. Corporate volunteering has also grown recently and the Trust is seeking further opportunities to develop this valuable area of support further. The Board recognises that, as a volunteer-led organisation, we need to build a positive culture which delivers high levels of satisfaction for those who give us their time. 

We are therefore seeking a Trustee with appropriate skills to take the lead in the recruitment, care and deployment of our growing team of volunteers. This is a hands on role which will involve a presence on site for at least one day a week, as well as participation in Board and Committee meetings. In return, you will be a highly valued member of the Board, playing a key role in the restoration of this historic House and Grounds.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a Trustee with the skills required to deliver the duties and tasks outlined below, and to act as a full member of our Board. 

The principal responsibility is to ensure a positive and satisfying experience for our volunteers, including their deployment on tasks which make a tangible contribution to the maintenance and improvement of the Grounds.

In more detail:

• To take lead responsibility for supporting volunteers.
• To liaise with the Lead Trustee (Grounds) in agreeing work schedules and allocating tasks.
• To arrange inductions for new volunteers.
• To put volunteer training in place where necessary.
• To help ensure that all volunteers feel valued, respected and supported, and that their skills and energies are being put to good use. 
• To keep the Board engaged and informed about developments relating to volunteers.

QUALITIES

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Willingness and ability to inspire, support and guide volunteers.
• A positive, friendly and sympathetic outlook.
• The ability to communicate clearly.
• An interest in, or experience of grounds maintenance or gardening.
• A strong commitment to the Trust’s mission and purpose.
• Willingness to commit a minimum of 5 - 6 hours per week. 

Poltimore House Trust aims to creative a positive and nurturing environment for all our volunteers, and is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. 

We welcome everyone from our community as a volunteer and will not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, disability or impairment, age, race, creed, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, trade union activity, HIV or marital status, religion or belief, or similar bases.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Please contact Dr Peter Totterdill, Chair of Trustees, for an informal discussion via Reach.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

Our Governance and Advisory Volunteers are key to the running of the Trust. There are four main roles here: Our Trustees, our Council, our National Advisory Groups and our Regional Advisory Groups.

We’re looking for people in these roles who bring expertise and experience. the different groups draw from people with a wide range of background.

You’ll have the opportunity to guide policy and practise within the Trust, guiding the people who ensure the sustainability of the waterways on a daily basis.

You’ll get to volunteer alongside a fantastic network of others from across the team.

Location coverage: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Leicester, Leicestershire, Derby, Derbyshire, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, Newark, Northampton, Northamptonshire

Introduction

CRRC is a registered charity with the primary object of supporting refugees and displaced persons in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire. The charity is lead by the Board of Trustees of which the Treasurer is an ex-officio member. (S)he is subject to the decisions of the Board.

The role

The Treasurer will hold the CRRC’s Trustees to account for the Charity’s finances and vision, maintain financial control and ensure we comply with our legal responsibilities as a Registered Charity. The Treasurer will work with all members of the team to ensure that there is a transparent and clear financial process. As Treasurer to the Charity, you will also become a Trustee. Trustees are expected to understand and accept the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship and understand their role as a Trustee.

The role is mainly online with occasional in person meetings in Cambridge. The expected hours will vary between 2 to 6 hours per week with a flexible working arrangement. The position is unpaid. Expenses incurred in undertaking the role will be reimbursed.

A competent treasurer or part-qualified bookkeeper or accountant would be ideal. Experience in the charity field is desirable but not essential.

Our bank is the Co-operative Bank. There is no branch in Cambridge, so all transactions are electronic or by post.

The duties of the Treasurer

1. Budgets The Treasurer co-ordinates the production of an annual budget, in conjunction with Group leaders. Details are kept on excel spreadsheets.
2. Financial Reports will be presented to the Board every quarter, setting out the income, expenditure and balance against budget at the end of each quarter. In addition to providing the Board with an overview of the financial position of CRRC, these reports should help the Board to understand trends and pressures and help the Board to understand how CRRC is using funds to support its objective.
3. Financial records These are now only kept electronically, using excel spreadsheets. The existing spreadsheets have been set up by the present Treasurer, but could be modified if improvements are considered advantageous.
4. Receipts are from various sources, as standing orders, bank transfers, cheques and through Kindlink, Paypal, CAF and payroll deductions. Cash is rarely used.
5. Gift Aid The treasurer is responsible for making claims for Gift Aid and for keeping Gift Aid forms.
6. Payments All payments must have signed off by a Trustee responsible for the budget heading. The vast majority are by bank transfer. Claims for payment are made on an electronic form to the Treasurer, who then sets up a bank transfer which is forwarded to the signatories for approval. This gives final authorisation for the bank transfer to take place. The Treasurer must check that the form is correctly filled in and the payment requested is in line with relevant e-mails and overall CRRC policy. A bank card is used for a limited number of specific payments. The number of payments varies each month. In 2022-23 there were 270 payments across the year.
7. Restricted and designated funds In addition to the main CRRC fund, there are currently 3 restricted/designated funds. These funds use the same bank account, but its transactions are recorded separately.
8. Annual accounts The Treasurer is responsible for producing annual accounts after the end of the financial year, which runs from 1 July to 30 June. These are then presented in draft to the Board before being submitted to an Independent Examiner. The Treasurer then passes the approved annual account summary to the relevant Trustee for submission to the Charity Commission (Annual report and financial accounts 2022.)
9. Financial policy and Procedures This document gives in more detail the above information.
10. Supporting volunteers The Treasurer is also responsible for informing volunteers about the process for payments, including through relevant updates to process documents, and may be required from time to time to contribute to updated guidance for volunteers.

Additional notes

The current treasurer will be training the new treasurer and will remain available to support the new treasurer. The main reason for the stepping back of the current treasurer is to make time for the current treasurer to drive and oversee important changes and adaptations to facilitate the financial management of CRRC and to be more closely involved in the overall governance of our charity.

CRRC intends to adopt a digital payments system in 2024-25, in order to streamline the payment process for CRRC’s volunteers, budget approvers, bank signatories, and for the Treasurer. CRRC is also exploring changing the bank account.

It is possible that the number of restricted/designated bank accounts may be reduced.

How to apply

Please provide your CV including the names and contact details of two references, along with a covering letter stating why you wish to work for the organisation, how your skills would add value to the board and any other relevant information.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

Be part of an exciting and visionary team as Chair of Arnolfini Arts. Guide one of Bristol’s leading contemporary arts centres into its next chapter. Lead strategic vision, foster community connections, and champion diverse artistic expression. Join them in shaping a vibrant cultural future.

Applications close at: 9 a.m. Wednesday 4th September 2024

Location: Bristol

About Arnolfini Arts

Arnolfini Arts is a prominent contemporary arts centre located in the heart of Bristol, UK. Founded in 1961 by Jeremy Rees, it has grown from a small gallery space into one of Europe’s leading centres for contemporary arts. Named after Jan van Eyck’s famous painting, “The Arnolfini Portrait,” the centre embodies a deep commitment to artistic innovation, community engagement, and cultural enrichment.

Arnolfini Arts is a beacon of contemporary culture, offering a dynamic and inclusive space for artistic exploration and public engagement. Its rich history, innovative programming, and deep community ties make it a cornerstone of the arts in Bristol and beyond.

As it continues to evolve, Arnolfini’s dedication to fostering creativity and dialogue ensures it will remain at the forefront of the contemporary arts for years to come.

About the role

At the helm of the Arnolfini Arts, your role will be to steer the Board of Trustees in providing clear strategic direction and robust governance. Your leadership will ensure that the Board functions effectively and adheres to the highest standards of governance practices. A crucial part of your responsibilities will be fostering a close, collaborative relationship with the interim director and the team, guiding the Board through renewal and transformation as Arnolfini embarks on its next chapter.

You will be pivotal in shaping and executing Arnolfini’s strategic vision. By working closely with the Board, the Executive Team, and key stakeholders, you will help develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan. Your efforts will propel the organisation towards its vision, ensuring that all activities align with its mission and core values.

Who we are looking for

You bring a wealth of experience from senior leadership or governance roles within complex organisations, ideally within the arts, culture, or not for profit sectors.

Your deep understanding of governance is complemented by a proven track record in effectively chairing boards or committees. You will maintain accountability and transparency at all levels, fostering a culture of integrity and trust within Arnolfini Arts.

With a solid grasp of financial management, you will have substantial experience overseeing budgets, financial planning, and risk management.

Your experience supporting fundraising activities is marked by a keen ability to identify new funding opportunities and effectively engage with donors and sponsors. You will play a key role in securing the resources necessary to advance Arnolfini Arts’ initiatives and goals.

Your genuine passion for contemporary arts and culture will inform your understanding and fuel your engagement. You understand the profound impact of arts organisations such as Arnolfini Arts on community development and placemaking. This, coupled with your knowledge of the creative sector and your business acumen, positions you to effectively lead and support the organisation’s artistic and strategic endeavours.

Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills enable you to inspire, influence, and engage with an array of audiences.

Finally, you will be ready and willing to devote the necessary time and effort to fulfill the responsibilities of your role of 3-4 days per month.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 4th September 2024.

We’re looking for a Trustee to join our growing charity – Families Out Loud! 

What is Families Out Loud (FOL)?

Families Out Loud is a small and growing charity, based in Wiltshire, which is run by a group of people who care about family addiction. We’re here to support those affected by other people’s addiction, by enabling people to speak out, without judgement. If you have lived experience of, or an interest in our cause, we’d love to hear from you!
 
About the Role
 
As a Families Out Loud Trustee, you will share our passion of supporting families affected by someone else’s drug or alcohol use. You will be committed to the Purpose, Vision and Values of Families Out Loud, working with the board to deliver the charity’s 5-year strategic plan. We’re committed to helping clients rebuild their lives, and to reducing stigma so they can feel confident to speak freely about their own experiences. As a Trustee, you will support this mission by reviewing the work we do on a regular basis, understanding that everything we do is for the public benefit, and within the charity’s purpose. You will work collaboratively with the other Trustees to effectively manage resources, and to ensure compliance with charity law and other legal requiremets. 
 
This is a voluntary position, mainly working from home. You will be required to attend monthly Trustee meetings which are currently held virtually. Occasionally you may be required to attend in-person meetings in different locations across Wiltshire. 
 
What are we looking?
 
For this position, we’re looking for someone based near Salisbury who can help us facilitate growth in our local area. Ideally, you’ll have a deep understanding of our community and its unique needs, bringing strong connections within the area. You’ll support the charity to leverage local networks and form lasting relationships, secure funding, and ultimately enhance our charity’s mission. Your reputation and familiarity with the Salisbury area will help build trust and strengthen our charity’s impact on the community. You’ll need strong written and verbal communication skills, and will be able to work as part of a team to make collective decisions. You should be able to think analytically, with a problem-solving approach. Alongside this, due to the nature of the role, you should be able to manage your own time effectively and be well organised.

Play your part in shaping the future of the UK's leading charity for teenage musicians. Join the National Youth Orchestra as Chair of the Finance Committee and guide our financial strategy at a pivotal time for our ambitious growth.

What will you be doing?

Are you ready to play your part in shaping the future of the UK’s leading organisation for teenage musicians? The National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain (NYO) is seeking a strategic and passionate finance leader to join our Board of Trustees as the Chair of the Finance Committee.

NYO is the UK’s foremost organisation dedicated to using orchestral music as a powerful catalyst for teenage development. Each year, we engage thousands of teenagers, empowering them to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and positively impact their peers. With a strong financial foundation and ambitious growth plans, NYO is at an exciting juncture. Our diversified funding base, successful fundraising programme, and clear vision for expanding our impact over the next decade make this a unique opportunity to contribute to our continued success.

As Chair of the Finance Committee, you will play a pivotal role in guiding NYO’s financial strategy and ensuring the charity’s sustainability and growth. Your responsibilities will include providing high-level guidance on financial and resource planning, overseeing risk management, and ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations. You will work collaboratively with the wider Board to keep them informed of financial matters at an appropriate level of detail, contributing to the charity’s overall governance and strategic direction.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an accomplished finance professional with the following skills, experience, and qualities:

1. Financial Expertise: You should be a qualified Accountant (or possess equivalent experience) with substantial expertise in strategic financial management. Experience within the charity sector is highly desirable, including a strong understanding of charity governance, financial regulations, and the Charity SORP.
2. Strategic Thinking: Proven experience in developing and implementing long-term financial strategies that align with organisational goals. You should have a track record of providing high-level financial oversight, with the ability to think creatively and offer innovative solutions to financial challenges. A balanced approach to risk-taking and the ability to drive change and improvement within an organisation are essential.
3. Governance and Compliance: You must possess a deep understanding of governance best practices, including the ability to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and maintain high ethical standards. Experience in overseeing financial policies and procedures that ensure effective governance and accountability is crucial.
4. Leadership and Collaboration: Strong leadership qualities with the ability to engage and work collaboratively with the Board, senior management, and other stakeholders. You should be able to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively, enabling informed decision-making at the governance level.
5. Commitment to NYO’s Mission: A genuine passion for NYO’s mission to empower young people through music, with a commitment to our strategic objectives. You should align with our values and demonstrate a strong interest in contributing to the organisation’s success and impact.
6. Time Commitment: Willingness to dedicate the necessary time to fulfil the responsibilities of the role, including attending quarterly Board and Finance Committee meetings, preparing in advance, and participating in other NYO activities as needed.

What difference will you make?

As Chair of the Finance Committee, your leadership will be instrumental in securing the financial future of NYO, ensuring that we can continue to offer life-changing opportunities to young musicians across the UK. By guiding our financial strategy at this critical juncture, you will help us achieve our ambitious growth plans, ensuring that we remain financially robust while expanding our reach and deepening our impact on the lives of thousands of teenagers.

Before you apply

Prospective candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest, addressed to Nicola Brentnall MVO, Chair of the Nominations Committee, highlighting their interest in the role and relevant career achievements.

Please send your letter via the Reach platform by Monday 16 September 2024.

Heartwood House is a dynamic education charity that supports young people who self-exclude from school and are missing education because of bullying or other trauma. They provide both an academic and therapeutic programme to enable their students to get back on track and reconnect with society. Heartwood House has been delivering services in NW London for 20 years.  They have supported many students in their return to mainstream education, further education and employment.  They work with many local authorities such as Harrow, Hillingdon, Hertfordshire, Brent, Ealing, Barnet, Camden and many more.

Heartwood House (based in Harrow) is now looking to strengthen its Board and we are seeking a Company Secretary and named Trustee for Governance and Law – you will bring insight and understanding of charity law, Charity Commission legal regulations, Company Legislation and best practice. 

Trustees have a duty to ensure that the charity is well run, solvent, legally compliant, and working towards the charitable purpose for which it was established, and Trustee roles are an important and a highly rewarding way to support an organisation. Please note that Trustee roles are unremunerated voluntary positions, although reasonable travel expenses will be paid.

Heartwood House is committed to equality of opportunity, supports, and encourages under-represented groups, and values diversity. We seek people from a wide range of backgrounds, who will bring a fresh perspective to the Board, and having reviewed existing Trustee's diversity, skills, and experience, Heartwood House are keen for the Board to reflect the diversity of the communities that they work with and therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Please contact Heidi Earp, Director of Langton Not 4 Profit our retained consultants for further information on the role.