Chair And Trustees Volunteer Roles

Chair and Trustee - Ridgegate Home

Ridgegate Home in Reigate, Surrey is a private, non-profit making residential care home for older people who, for various reasons, are unable to maintain a home of their own.  It is looking for a Chair and a Trustee to join its Board.

Do you want to make a positive difference to the lives of children by helping them to find their forever family? Do you want to ensure there is ongoing, specialist support for children and families for as long as they need it? If so, this fantastic opportunity could be for you.

We are looking to recruit 2 new trustees, to join our Board, with a commitment to CCS and its mission, and a willingness to put time and energy into the trustee role.

We are looking for someone who has either professional or personal experience of finding permanent homes for vulnerable children who are unable to remain with their birth parents.

We are particularly interested to hear from you if are you are an adult adoptee who would be willing to bring your lived experience to this role. Or you may be an adopter who wants to bring their skills and experience. We are also particularly looking for individuals with expertise in the fields of Fundraising/Marketing /Health and Social Care.  

Ideally, but not essential, it would be helpful to have experience of working in the voluntary sector. Whether you are an experienced Trustee or wanting to take the first step at Board level, if you share our ethos, we'd like to hear from you.

CCS Adoption is a Voluntary Adoption Agency. We find permanent, loving homes for children who have a plan for adoption, including those who tend to wait longest. We also provide a range of therapeutic packages to adopted children and their families; and a wide range of innovative support services for adoptive families, offering groups, activities, workshops and training for Adoptive families from The Centre. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted for the 5th time in a row in February 2024, we are continuously developing and improving our services for adoptive families.

CCS values itself on being an inclusive employer, committed to developing a diverse workforce and looking for people who can demonstrate dedication to our cause and core organisational values. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and continue to celebrate the diverse community that different individuals create.

Commitment Required

·        Preparation and Attendance at Board meetings (Quarterly, usually on a Tuesday evening)

· To make available skills and experience to CCS

· Participation in subcommittees as delegated by the Board (Quarterly)

· Availability by phone or email to the Chair or CEO from time to time

· To respect confidentiality

· To act solely in the interests of the charity

· To gain a better understanding of the charity by attending at least one event per year, for example, the Agency Day (half a day during office hours) or an Information Event (usually virtual, in the evening)

Join Our Team! Treasurer and Secretary

The Baked Bean Charity is at an exciting transitional time! The Board of Trustees are recruiting a new Treasurer and Secretary with the skills and expertise to help escalate the charity to the forefront of social care and learning disability arts.

We are seeking experienced trustees who can put use their knowledge and expertise into supporting the charity through an interesting period of transition.

We are seeking passionate individuals with specific knowledge and expertise in at least one of the following areas:

- Charity finance

- Charity and/or business development

- Legal knowledge

- Experience of social care and/or learning disabilities.

- Fundraising

- Marketing

Please apply if you have experience being a charity trustee or have a clear understanding of what the role involves.

Successful candidates will:

· Have experience of being a charity trustee or be able to demonstrate knowledge of the requirements.

· Be a passionate person with a drive for equality.

· Have a proactive approach to being a trustee and supporting the development of the charity.

· Being able to commit time and skills to support the growth and the development of the charity.

· Be committed to supporting the Baked Bean Charity to continue providing outstanding quality services.

· Be dedicated to considering the needs of the service users during all decision making.

Time commitment:

The Board meets approximately six times a year. The meeting will last approximately to 2.5 hours.

· Most board meetings will happen in person from our Wandsworth head office.

· The role is unremunerated. Reasonable expenses are payable.

The Baked Bean Charity is a film supporter of equality and diversity, and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds.

About us

The Baked Bean Charity is a vibrant, thriving, and exciting service for people with learning disabilities. The charity’s unique offering includes performance-based services such as Dance, Drama, Choir and DJing, sporting services such as Zumba and boxing, and social activities such as club nights and holidays.

The Baked Bean charity promotes the social inclusion of all people with learning disabilities. Our Theatre in Education group works closely with our community partners to provide them with training and learning opportunities, ultimately improving inclusion, and understanding in society.

The Baked Bean Charity prioritises person centred working to ensure that service users are achieving their goals and living happy and fulfilled lives. The service adapts to the needs and wants of the clients.

Primarily based in Wandsworth, the Baked Bean Charity attracts service users from all surrounding boroughs, supporting over 170 people every week!

Available positions:

Treasurer

Secretary

Bristol Hospitality Network works to end the destitution of asylum seekers and refugees in the UK. We are looking for Trustees who are passionate about social justice.

What will you be doing?

We want individuals who are passionate about social justice and believe in the right of displaced and persecuted peoples to seek asylum in the UK. Your sense of fairness and empathy is much more important than any professional background you have. In fact, if you are keen to learn and support our staff team in a particular area of our work, we are happy to support you in developing new skills and an understanding of the asylum system in the UK.

If you are new to being a Trustee, we will give you plenty of support and training and there are plenty of resources we can point you to too. 

Our Trustees meet all together 4 times a year (either virtually or in person) for Trustees’ meetings, plus we have an annual general meeting every year.

Our Trustees also take part in sub-groups such as the Finance sub-group, and some take on a governance responsibility like Chair, Treasurer or Secretary, or support an area of work such as hosting or advice or communications etc.

What are we looking for?

Your skills, knowledge and attributes are valuable whatever your background — professional or otherwise. Let us know where your interests lie and what you feel you can bring of yourself to our team. 

We do currently have vacancies for particular Trustee roles such as Company Secretary and we would particularly be thrilled if anyone wanted to support our corporate governance and fundraising workstreams.

What difference will you make?

We estimate there are 100 destitute asylum seekers living in Bristol, caught in the loopholes of the system – unable to work and unable to claim benefits. Without an income, these individuals can’t find accommodation. This is an opportunity for the Trustee to join an organisation which extends solidarity to people seeking asylum and experiencing destitution through accommodation and creative community involvement. By joining us as a Trustee, you will help BHN continue its work in benefit of all its members.

Home-Start Trustees Recruitment  - Trustees including Chair of Trustees

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead (HSEEB) is a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families and children.  Staff and Volunteers offer regular support, including providing emotional and practical help to families in the families’ own homes and connecting families with specialist services within the community.

We are looking to recruit a new Chair of Trustees and additional Trustees; who will increase the range of skills and experience on the Board. This is essential for us to make the best decisions for HSEEB and our families.  For the Chair role, you will need leadership skills and a good understanding of governance. For the Trustee roles, there is no requirement for you to have  been a trustee before, however, you do need to be passionate about improving the lives of children and the families we support.

You will be good at working with others, ready to speak up and ask questions, be thoughtful and open to learning and able to stand back to see the bigger picture. You must take the responsibilities of a Trustee seriously.

We are looking to better reflect the experiences of our community, to bring the skills and experiences of diverse Trustees to the Board, as well as recruiting Trustees with lived experience of or insight into socio-economic disadvantage.

We would like to hear from people who can bring some of the following skills and expertise: Contracting; Governance; Event Planning; Bid Writing; Early Years; Mental Health; IT and Media

An enhanced disclosure check will be required.

Closing date for applications: Monday 29th July 2024 at 5pm

 Interviews:  August/September

 For more details about how to apply, please see our website.

 Please note: We do not accept CVs

 Registered Address: 128 Great Tattenhams, Epsom Downs, Surrey, KT18 5SE

 Home-Start is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead is committed to safer recruitment practice as an important part of safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead is a Company Limited by Guarantee No 8765689 & a Registered Charity No 1156539 

Join us as a Dog A.I.D. Trustee and you would be joining the Board at an exciting time as we have launched the charity’s Strategic Plan with a new CEO supported by a small but strong team, which we will be building further this year. As a Dog A.I.D. Trustee you would be using your skills and experience to support our charity in achieving its ambitious strategic growth targets over the coming years and guiding its transition to becoming a larger, more robust charity with increased profile and reach.

Dog A.I.D. empowers physically disabled people by coaching them to train their own pet dog to become an accredited Assistance Dog. By focusing on the existing pet/owner bond, outcomes for our clients include:

 · increased independence and self-confidence

· improved mental well-being

· reduction in social isolation

· reduced reliance on family members and/or carers.

· increased opportunities, with many of our clients being able to return to work or education, supported by their accredited Assistance Dog.

We are looking for Trustees who can contribute 2-5 hours per month, including attendance at online quarterly Board meetings and other ad-hoc meetings and strategic discussions. We are also hoping to have occasional in-person meetings and Away Days to build the trustee team. We are looking in particular to recruit trustees with one or more of the following skills and experience:

- lived experience of physical disability

- legal

- marketing/communications/PR

- volunteer management

- safeguarding

- disability and access rights

ILC is recruiting for a new Chair to lead our Board of Trustees to ensure that ILC is regarded as the UK’s leading authority on the impact of longevity on society.

We help governments, policymakers, businesses and employers develop and implement solutions to ensure we all live happier, healthier and more fulfilling longer lives.

We want a society where we all live happier, healthier and more fulfilling longer lives, where tomorrow is better than today and where future generations are better off. ILC wants to help forge a new vision for the 100-year life where we all have the opportunity to learn across our lives and where new technology helps us contribute more to society.

That doesn’t mean we’re just about protecting the interests of older people. It doesn’t mean we’re just about promoting their needs. And it doesn’t mean we’re just about prioritising their requirements.

The impact of longevity on society isn’t just about older people: it will impact everyone.

The ILC Chair will be a voice for ILC, promoting the work of the organisation. You may be asked to chair and speak at events as well as represent the organisation to the media or in meetings with politicians or funders.

The ideal candidate will:

• understand charity governance;
• have strong influencing skills and good political and policy connections (UK and ideally internationally);
• have good understanding of and connections with businesses, particularly those who are likely audiences and funders of ILC’s work;
• have an interest in ILC’s work, care about the issues and have a passion for making a difference.

For the full role description and details of how to apply, download the ILC Board of Trustees Chair Recruitment Pack from the ILC website.

The deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 9 September 2024 with interviews being held in soon after.

Statutory Duties

1. To ensure the organisation complies with its governing document - sometimes known as a trust deed, constitution, or articles of association.

2. To ensure that the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document.

3. To ensure the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objectives - the charity must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objectives, no matter how 'charitable' and 'worthwhile' those activities are.

4. To contribute actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.

5. To safeguard the good name and values of the organisation.

6. To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.

7. To ensure the financial stability of the organisation.

8. To protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the properinvestment of the organisation's funds.

External Relations

1. Act as an ambassador for the cause and the charity.

2. Maintain close relationships with key stakeholders.

3. Act as a spokesperson for the organisation when appropriate.

4. Represent the charity at external functions, meetings, and events.

5. Facilitate change and address any potential conflict with external stakeholders.6. Introduce the charity to potential supporters and foster new relationships.

Efficiency and Effectiveness

1. Effectively and efficiently, impartiality and objectivity are brought to decision-making processes.

2. Engage and support that all decisions are taken in the best, long-term interests of the Charity and that the Board takes collective ownership.

3. Foster and maintain relationships between the Trustees.4. Work closely with all trustees and the senior leadership team to give direction to Board policy-making and to ensure that meetings are well planned, meaningful and reflect the responsibilities of all trustees.

5. Ensure accountability that decisions taken at meetings are implemented.

Relationship with the Chief Executive and the Wider Executive Team

1. Foster an open and transparent working relationship with the Executive Team – CEO,Head of Operations and Head of Finance. Embed clear lines of communication to ensure the Chair and Board work together.

2. Ensure you develop and maintain an open and supportive relationship within which trustee can speak openly about concerns, worries and challenges.

3. Liaise with the Chief Executive to maintain an overview of the Charity’s affairs

4. Support the Chair conduct an annual appraisal and remuneration review for the Chief Executive in consultation with all other Trustees.

As well as the various statutory duties, any trustee should make full use of any specific skills, knowledge or experience to help the board make good decisions.

The above list of duties is indicative only and not exhaustive. Trustees will be expected to perform all such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the role.

Goals 4 Girls is a dynamic charity that leverages football as a powerful educational tool, empowering young women and girls from low-income communities to overcome barriers and excel in sports and education. Our programs focus on enhancing physical and mental well-being, improving school engagement, and supporting young women in making successful transitions into adulthood.

Goals 4 Girls (G4G) is thrilled to announce the search for a new Chair of the Board of Trustees. This is a pivotal moment for our charity as we continue to expand our impact, guided by our strategic vision to empower young women through sport & education. The Chair position is central to our governance & strategic direction, ensuring that we remain committed to our mission of breaking down barriers & fostering resilience & confidence among young women. We are eager to embark on this journey with a leader who is as passionate and dedicated to our cause as we are.

The Chair of the Board of Trustees will lead the strategic direction and governance of Goals 4 Girls, ensuring the charity achieves its mission of breaking down economic barriers within sports and education for girls. This role requires a leader who is not currently serving as a chair or trustee on another board, therefore able to dedicate and commit to Goals4Girls. The Chair will oversee the charity’s governance, strategic development, and financial management while embodying the values and passion for empowering young women and girls as well as complying with the Charity Commission and other regulatory bodies requirements.

This is an active role, where time will need to be invested regularly outside of meetings to support this small charity so would suit an individual who has the availability to fulfill this requirement. Please note that we unable to accept applications from individuals who already have trustee committments at another charity. 

Application Process: Please view the full role specification document attached below for further information. 

Interested candidates should email a CV & a one-page cover letter detailing their suitability & qualifications for the role.

Please note that this is a voluntary role and only expenses will be reimbursed. 

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.

The organisation:

With over 34 years’ experience, The Welsh Refugee Council is trusted by the communities we serve and we are seen as the lead organisation in Wales for sanctuary seekers and refugees. We improve the lives of these individuals through specialised support and by influencing policy and practice. Our work supports sanctuary seekers and refugees at the most critical points in their lives, helping them find stability and start building a new life in Wales.

We help people find a place to stay, work to support themselves, access English classes, legal advice, and community networks. We provide safe spaces for young people to play with our Play Project. Our work aims to help people to feel less isolated, more informed, upskilled, integrated and empower people to speak up on the issues that affect them.

Based in the heart of our communities we deliver specialist support across Wales, from our community hubs in Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Carmarthenshire, and Wrexham.

We partner with a wide range of community, voluntary and statutory sector bodies to increase our impact and ensure our clients can flourish.

The role:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Board of an ambitious organisation, dedicated to enhancing the support for refugees and people seeking safety. With healthy governance, a dedicated executive team, committed trustees and a continued passion to support our service users, we have a strong platform from which to operate and effect change in the communities we serve.

We are looking to appoint a Chair to lead and inspire, as well as to act as an ambassador for the organisation. The Chair will bring:

• Prior experience as a charity trustee and solid understanding of good governance practices
• Experience of operating at strategic leadership level
• Skills to influence positive change at a senior level
• Knowledge of refugee and asylum policy in Wales and UK
• Experience of acting as ambassador and raising the profile of an organisation, leading to positive outcomes

We are seeking a Chair who shares our values as well as our passion and commitment to the communities of Wales.

We are actively seeking to bring more diversity of perspectives and experience to our Board and welcome applications from currently underrepresented groups at board level.

Recruitment Timetable

• Closing Date: Friday 16 August 2024
• Interviews with Nominations panel: Week of 9 September 2024
• Nominations panel present recommendation to the board and appointment: Week of 16 September 2024

A full induction will be provided to the incoming Chair.

Job Title: Trustee (3 roles) – with one or more areas of core expertise 

Responsible to: The Board of Trustees

Salary: Non-salaried post 

Level of commitment required: 4 Main meetings a year (evenings) and 1 full day.  The member may also be linked to a sub-committee who meet prior to each main meeting. Additional time may be assigned to visit staff and the offices and for reading and additional research. 

Genuine Occupational Requirement: Must strongly align with the charity’s Vision, Mission and Values. 

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

The Baca Charity is currently looking for Trustees with expertise in at least one of the following areas: 

• Property /social housing expertise including an understanding of housing law, regulations and property market/trends.
• Education – access to education, apprenticeship, progression to FE or HE education to facilitate development of opportunities to support vulnerable people towards employment / entrepreneurship. Safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Relational Fundraising and Financial Governance.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Knowledge 

• Good understanding of the role and function of a Charity Trustee role
• Expert in specific area of Charitable Operation (see areas of Technical Expertise listed in Job Description above)
• Good understanding of the nature of challenges and or opportunities linked to the work carried out by Baca is desirable.
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship 

Experience 

• Lived experience as an individual who has sought refuge, been trafficked and experience of the immigration system is highly desirable.
• Experience of being a Trustee in charitable organisation is desirable but not essential. 
• Experience of working in teams, contributing to strategic decision making in a group is desirable.

Skills and Abilities 

• Strong ability to think strategically is essential
• Ability to communicate your ideas verbally and in writing to other board members 
• Ability to relate to others with cultural sensitivity 
• Capacity for self-reflection and active learning is essential.
• Ability to work in a team 
• Ability to analyse information, make decisions and influence others 

 Personal Qualities 

• Ability to behave in line with values of the organisation and therefore a strong role model that represents Baca with integrity is essential.
• Be willing to undertake training in the role is essential.
• A team player, able to encourage and maintain focus during periods of pressure.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity in the workplace.
• A willingness to meet the minimum time commitment 
• Qualities of Integrity, Selflessness, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty and Leadership is essential.
• Motivated by compassion.
• An ability to think strategically. 
• Good, independent judgement.
• Ability to think creatively.
• Willingness to speak their mind.
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of Baca.
• Capacity for self-reflection and active learning 

Applicants must be willing to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. 

LEVEL OF COMMITMENT 

All trustees are required to attend quarterly evening and one full day Board meetings.  Board meetings usually take place at the Baca main office, Loughborough, Leicestershire. As appropriate, meetings could also take place virtually.

In addition to reading papers and preparing for meetings/conference calls, Trustees may be called upon for specific advice if they have particular expertise in a given area. 

According to their individual skills and experience, Trustees may also be invited to serve on Baca’s Finance or Staff & Young People Wellbeing Committees or on ad-hoc Working Groups. Committees meet quarterly, usually in advance of Board meetings. 

Further details of the role are contained in the Recruitment Pack.

Chair and Treasurer - The Baked Bean Charity

The Baked Bean Charity is a vibrant, thriving, and exciting service for people with learning disabilities. The charity’s unique offering includes performance-based services such as Dance, Drama, Choir and DJing, sporting services such as Zumba and boxing, and social activities such as club nights and holidays.

The Brain Charity is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to provide inclusive leadership as the Chair of the Board of Trustees. This pivotal role involves supporting and challenging the Chief Executive, leading the Board to function cohesively, and serving as an ambassador and public face of the Charity. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to our mission, significant leadership experience, and excellent communication skills. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with neurological conditions and their families. Join us in championing neurodiversity and advocating for change. For more information, please see the full job description.

 

Role title: Chair of the Board of Trustees

Remuneration: The role of the Chair is voluntary, although expenses for travel etc may be claimed

Location: The Brain Charity, Norton Street, Liverpool, L3 8LR

Time commitment: Equivalent of approximately 2-4 days per month throughout the year (see below)

Role reports to: The Board of Trustees

 

 

Background to The Brain Charity

Life for any of us can change in an instant. Experiencing a road traffic accident, a major stroke or being diagnosed with dementia can happen completely unexpectedly and can change our lives forever.

There are hundreds of different neurological conditions including stroke, brain tumour, brain injury, Alzheimer’s and many rarer ones too.

The Brain Charity offers emotional support, practical help and social activities to anyone with a neurological condition and to their family, friends and carers. 

 

 

About The Brain Charity

The Brain Charity is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee, dedicated to supporting individuals with neurological conditions and their families friends and carers through the provision of information and advice, emotional support services and activities, including through a specialist Neuro Gym on site. The Charity also campaigns for change and champions neurodiversity, in particular through improving workplace neurodiversity.

Governed by a Board of Trustees, the Charity is committed to excellence and leverages the expertise and skills of its Trustees to ensure it remains at the forefront of its field.

Based in Liverpool, The Brain Charity operates locally in the Liverpool City Region but has a significant national impact through its online outreach and support services.

Purpose of the role

The Chair will provide inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, holding the Board, of which they are part, as well as the Chief Executive and the Executive Team, accountable for the Charity’s mission and vision.

The Chair will support and challenge the Chief Executive as appropriate, leading the Board to operate as a cohesive unit in close collaboration with the Chief Executive and the Executive Team to achieve agreed objectives.

They will also serve as an ambassador and public face of the Charity alongside the Chief Executive.

 

 

Key responsibilities

 

Leadership

· Lead the Board of Trustees in setting and maintaining the vision, mission, and values of the Charity.

· Develop the strategic direction and framework of the Charity in conjunction with the Board and Chief Executive.

· Facilitate the Board in stimulating excellent, well-rounded and carefully considered strategic decision-making.

· Support the Trustees in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities to deliver effective governance of the Charity.

· Support the Chief Executive in ensuring the Charity operates within its charitable objectives.

External role

· As required, act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Charity in stakeholder and media opportunities.

· As required, represent the Charity at external functions, meetings, and events.

Governance

· Oversee the continuing development of the Board.

· Foster constructive relationships with, and between, Trustees and the Executive Team.

· Oversee succession planning as the Charity strives to reflect all relevant skill sets, experience and knowledge within the Board.

· Lead the Board in appropriately delegating to its sub-committees and to its Chief Executive.

 

Relationship with the Chief Executive and wider Executive Team

· Establish a strong and effective working relationship with the Chief Executive to support them in achieving, whilst also holding them to account in regard to agreed strategic objectives.

· Engage in regular contact with the Chief Executive and other key members of the Executive Team to maintain oversight of the Charity’s affairs.

· Conduct an annual appraisal of the Chief Executive’s performance against objectives.

· Support the Chief Executive in undertaking appropriate and relevant professional development.

 

Terms of the role

Tenure is reviewed / renewed on a 3 year basis.

For guidance, the Chair of the Board is expected to:

· Attend 10 - 15 meetings per year, comprising 4 Board meetings (quarterly), 1 Board awayday, plus optional/potential sub-committee and/or steering group meetings (quarterly) dependent on skills and interest.

· Represent the organisation at periodic events run by, or in partnership with, the Charity.

· Meetings are generally held in person at The Brain Charity Centre in Liverpool. Our Centre is fully accessible with parking available on site.

Trustees are not paid for carrying out their duties on behalf of Charity; it is a voluntary role. They can however claim reasonable travel expenses in line with our Volunteer Expense Policy.

 

 

Person specification

· A commitment to the mission, values & objectives of The Brain Charity – Essential.

· Extensive experience in a leadership role – Essential.

· Ability to provide inclusive strategic leadership and vision - Essential.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Essential

· Experience in governance and working with, or part of, a Board of Trustees - Essential

· Ability to support senior leadership in decision making - Essential.

· Understanding of the challenges facing the charity sector, particularly within health and social care setting, and for neurological conditions – Desirable

 

Application information

We are an award-winning charity and have received The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest accolade given by the Crown to third sector organisations.

If you are passionate about our cause and would like to become part of a vibrant and diverse team, we would love to hear from you.

The Brain Charity prides itself on being an open and diverse place to work and we openly encourage those from minority groups to apply.

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 2 August 2024.

Interviews for shortlisted applicants will take place early-mid September 2024, with an opportunity for the successful candidate to observe the current Board at its quarterly meeting in October 2024. Date for formal adoption of the post will be agreed by the Board of Trustees thereafter.

An informal conversation, or an opportunity to visit The Charity with the current Chair, another Trustee or the Chief Executive can be arranged upon request.

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS Check.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chair, Treasurer and Trustee Vacancies

Hurst Farm Regeneration Limited, trading as Hurst Farm Wild Works, is a charitable community benefit society established in 2022.

We want to improve the lives and environment of people living on the Hurst Farm Estate in Matlock, Derbyshire.  Local residents are working with us to achieve our mission through a range of practical outdoor activities including woodland management, a community garden, dry-stone walling and bee-keeping.  Our volunteer programmes help to improve skills and wellbeing for local people.  Our aim is to create financial sustainability through the delivery of viable social enterprises on Hurst Farm, which are owned and operated by local people.

We are working closely with Derbyshire Dales District Council on the delivery of the £1.2m National Lottery Heritage Fund funded Hurst Farm Heritage Trail project which is expected to run until the end of 2026.  The project aims to improve the existing footpaths around the Hurst Farm Woodland, connecting four heritage sites.

We are being mentored by The Green Estate Community Interest Company, who are using their 25-year experience of building successful national social enterprises on the Manor Estate in Sheffield.

We now need to recruit additional trustees to strengthen the Society’s existing Board which is responsible for areas such as governance, strategic planning, financial oversight, risk management and delivery of the organisation's mission and values.

We are looking for people who can offer knowledge, skills or experience in any of the following areas:

· Chairing an organisation

· Financial and budget management

· Woodland management and horticulture

· Running a forest school

· Applying for grant funding

· Management of volunteers

· Health and safety

· Marketing, communications and social media

· IT systems

· Social housing

· Local residents to act as a representative of the Hurst Farm community

Your experience may have been gained in the private, public and/or charitable sectors.

You do not need previous experience as a trustee.

All trustee roles are voluntary positions.

Board meetings are usually held in person in Matlock, however, remote access can be arranged where necessary.  We hold around eight Board meetings per year, each for a duration of two hours.