Independent Living Service Volunteer Roles

• Voluntary (expenses paid)
• Approximately 4-8 hours per month
• Board Meetings take place in London Bridge. Most sub-committee meetings take place virtually via Video Conference

South East London (SEL) Mind was formed through the merger of Bromley, Lewisham & Greenwich Mind and Lambeth & Southwark Mind in January 2024. We are a highly regarded, innovative local charity working alongside people with mental health problems and dementia in their local communities to improve their quality of life. With an annual turnover of £8m, 250 staff and over 200 volunteers, we are one of the largest charities in the Mind network.

We are seeking to add to the expertise of our experienced, professional Board of Trustees. All our Trustees need excellent communication skills, the ability to work effectively as part of a team, strategic vision and good, independent judgement.

In this recruitment, we are particularly seeking people with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Legal
• Fundraising
• Marketing and Communications
• IT/Facilities/Property management
• Lived experience that will bring further diversity to the Board

Inclusion is one of our core values and we see great benefits in having a diverse Board. We would therefore strongly encourage applications from the following, currently under-represented, groups:

• People from Global Majority backgrounds
• LGBTQ+ people
• People aged under 35

Closing date: Sunday 24 November (11:59pm)

Likely Interview date: 04 or 05 December 

More details, including how to apply, can be found in the recruitment pack on our website.

Successful applicants will be expected to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check

Registered Charity: 1082972

Change Agents UK is a sustainability education charity and not-for-profit, working towards the vision of a secure, resilient, zero-carbon and a fair future for all. We provide programmes and workshops to everyone from students and young people to professionals, helping them embed sustainability into their lives and careers and support the transition to Net Zero. We run a non-profit trading subsidiary, providing sustainability recruitment and employment services, creating fantastic career opportunities in future-focused work and supporting partner organisations to resource their sustainability and Net Zero goals.

We are seeking a range of Trustees and Directors to expand our Charity and Non-profit Boards and to support us as we grow. In particular, we are seeking people with a passion for sustainability and professional experience in areas including safeguarding, finance, fundraising, IT or HR.

Our Trustees and Directors play vital roles in making sure that Change Agents UK achieves its core purpose. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your professional skills to use to help us to achieve our mission:

• raising public awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals and the climate emergency,
• supporting and empowering the next generation to have the skills and knowledge needed for the future,
• and building networks that engage individuals and organisations in working towards an equitable and zero-carbon world.

What we are looking for

We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking and skills on our Board.

 Personal skills and qualities

• A strong personal commitment to the principles of sustainability and the drive towards Net Zero
• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities as a trustee or director and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• A strong personal commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to our values.
• Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
• Charity Trustees must be at least 18 years of age and you must not be disqualified from serving as a trustee 

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive Board, valuing a range of perspectives and experiences across race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability and other characteristics. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who bring under-represented voices to our Board, including but not limited to individuals from the Global Majority, people with disabilities, people identifying as LGBTQ+ or people under 35.

You do not need previous Board experience to apply and will be provided with induction and support in the role.

Duties of Trustees & Directors:

• Support and provide advice on Change Agents UK’s vision, goals, strategy and activities.
• Actively promote and champion the work of the Change Agents UK, amplifying messages, campaigns and supporting our growth
• Approve (as part of the Board and with input from the Executive Team) financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
• Review and approve Change Agents UK’s financial statements (with the advice of an Independent Examiner/Auditor).
• Provide support to the CEO/Executive Team
• Keep abreast of changes in Change Agents UK’s operating environment.
• Contribute to regular reviews of Change Agents UK’s own governance and policies.
• Attend Board meetings adequately prepared to contribute to discussions and participate in decision-making.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Change Agents UK’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.
• Contribute to the broader success of Change Agents UK’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

There will be times when the Trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve reading and commenting on board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

Terms of appointment

Terms of office

• Trustees are usually appointed for an initial 2-year term of office, with renewals thereafter agreed at the AGM
• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses (for example, travel to and from CAUK events or meetings) can be reimbursed.

 Time commitment

• Attending 4 Board meetings annually and our AGM – these are usually held on Zoom, but we also welcome the opportunity to meet up in person when possible
• Attending an Annual Strategy Day
• 3-4 hours per month preparation and support time
• During the first 6 months of appointment, attendance at 2-3 of our workshops (delivered remotely, expected time commitment is 6-8 hours in total)

Committee membership

Ad hoc and occasional support through working groups and / or support to the executive team.

Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.

What is the purpose of this role?

Panellists will inform and influence the support we offer to older people and help us deliver services that older people need and value.

What impact does this role have?

Our Panellists will help us to shape our services and our strategy. They will support us to make sure that people know about our charity, that our services have a positive impact on the lives of older people, and that we are a valued, local resource for older people to rely on.

What are the responsibilities of the role? 

• To support our charity and its aims and to act as an ambassador for our services and projects and the wider Age UK network.

• To ensure our charity is aware of emerging needs and issues related to older people in the City and County that could influence future planning.

• To represent the wider community of older people and their interests – including topics such as social, health, wealth, and longer-term needs.

• To develop an understanding of customer service within the charity and how it can be improved for older people.

• To maintain a positive commitment to, and active promotion of, Age UK Notts’ Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion policy.

What are we looking for?

• Integrity

• A commitment to the charity

• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort

• Good, independent judgement

• A willingness to speak their mind

• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team

What is the time commitment?

• The charity holds four meetings per year (Including the AGM), with each meeting lasting around 2 hours.There will be a mix of in-person and online meetings.

• In addition, Panellists need to set aside a minimum of 1 hours reading time before each meeting.

• Depending upon agreed actions, Panellists may be asked to dedicate some time to activities within the community, or for the charity outside of the meetings.

• Should exceptional circumstances arise, there may be a need for additional meetings, but this will be a rare occurrence.

• A chair and vice-chair will be elected by the members every 3 years and holders may serve a maximum of 6 years in total in either role.

What training will you be given?

You will be given a basic induction to the Charity and some basic compliance training to allow you to undertake your role.

What can you gain from this opportunity?

This is an opportunity to influence the largest, local charity providing support for older people. It’s a chance to bring your views, experience and knowledge to the table as well as building new relationships and meeting new challenges.

Please note the following key information

• You must be at least 18 years old

• You must agree to be properly appointed by our robust volunteer recruitment process (including references and DBS check).

• The role of a OPAP Panellist is voluntary and is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed

***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***

We are partnering Music Therapy Works (MTW) an independent charity based in the West Midlands, whose mission is to deliver comprehensive music therapy services for individuals, groups and communities in a wide range of circumstances.

MTW provides music therapy to support and enhance communication, self-expression, and wellbeing. They work in a variety of settings including schools, hospitals, care homes and hospices to help people whose lives have been affected by injury, illness or disability through supporting their psychological, emotional, cognitive, physical, communicative and social needs.

We are seeking a new Trustee for MTW to join their current board and support the CEO to bring new insight and skills to set and approve the strategic direction of the charity.

What is a Trustee?

• Being a trustee means making decisions that will impact people’s lives and make a real difference to our community.
• Trustees are the people who lead the charity and decide how it is run. They play a vital role in helping to define and develop the work of the charity.
• Trustees work alongside the management team, using their skills and experience to help the charity to define and achieve its strategic aims. But they do not undertake the day-to-day work of running the organisation.
• Trustees are also Directors of MTW as it is both a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee.
• Trustees give their time on a voluntary basis. They are not paid fees, but they can claim reasonable expenses.

What do you get out of being a MTW Trustee?

• Being a Trustee is a great way to ‘give something back’ while developing your skills in leadership, influencing, debating, negotiating, strategic and organisational planning.
• You will have the opportunity to meet, network and learn from people who may have very different professional backgrounds and life experiences to your own. 
• Providing opportunities for training and development, every new trustee is assigned a Board buddy to help them to feel part of the team.

MTW want their Board to reflect the diverse community that MTW supports. We would particularly like to hear from you if you reflect MTW’s beneficiaries. For example: are you a disabled person? Do you have mental health needs? Are you a parent or teacher of a young disabled person, or a young person with mental health needs? Are you part of an adoptive family or do you work with children in care? Are you a carer for a person with dementia?

Whether you’re an experienced trustee or wanting to take up your first position at board level, we really want to hear from you! It is not necessary for you to have previous experience as a Trustee - training will be provided. 

For more information, please contact Sandra Smith, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment.  Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

Closing date for applications: 11 November 2024

Interview date:  TBC

The Legal Trustee will participate in all areas of the charity’s governance with a special interest in the legal implications of the strategy, governance and support with the Board’s understanding and interpretation.

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the CLAPA’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.

You would be joining our board at an exciting time, as we create and implement our new 5 year strategy for 2025-2030.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Counselling Service for a Volunteer Children & Young People’s Therapist in our Waltham Forest Therapeutic Market Place.

We are looking for a reliable and empathic Volunteer CYP Therapist to provide therapeutic, trauma-informed counselling to children and young people (CYP) residing in Waltham Forest, who have witnessed or experienced trauma or abuse.

About the role

You will provide a safe and secure space and develop trusting relationships with children and young people to support them to process difficult early experiences and decrease the negative impact that these experiences have had on their lives. You will work creatively using different therapeutic tools, and develop relationships with parents and carers and other professionals when necessary.

Volunteers will:

• Deliver safe, short to medium term trauma-informed therapeutic support to CYP who are impacted by trauma due to domestic abuse that they experienced.
• Maintain electronic case files and records according to Solace requirements.
• Promote an integrated working multi-agency approach with Adult and Childrens Service and other external stakeholders as necessary.
• Attend clinical supervision in line with the requirements of your accredited body.
• Ensure consistent excellence in service provision and adhere to your accrediting organisation’s code of ethics.
• To support the child or young person to develop positive relationships, social skills and healthy behaviour
• To promote social inclusion, encourage independence and develop personal resilience of parent/carer affected by violence and with multiple needs
• To work in collaboration with relevant professionals and organisations

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified dynamic CYP Therapist who has 150 clinical hours, ideally with prior experience in providing direct and dedicated therapeutic support to children and young people who have been a victim of VAWG.

The ideal candidate will also:

• Be registered with the relevant accrediting body e.g., the British Association of Art Therapists; British Association of Drama Therapists; BACP; UKCP; HCPC or equivalent.
• Have demonstrable experience of providing therapeutic support to children and young people of various ages.
• Have the ability to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions within time limits.
• Have a sound understanding of gender-based violence, with focus on domestic and sexual abuse and its effect on CYP, including the effects of intersectional features and barriers.

What can you gain from this opportunity?

As part of this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain experience and understanding of Violence against Women and Girls.
• Enabling service users to access valuable support that assists in their journey towards safe, independent lives, free from abuse.
• Contribute and support a busy and diverse team.
• Play a pivotal role in delivering services.
• Hands on experience in a dynamic charity working in the Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) Sector.
• Work as part of a feminist organisation

We offer great volunteer induction training, where you will be fully supported to understand and carry put every aspect of the role. Training includes CPD accredited courses, and the opportunity to apply to complete the Tackling and Preventing Domestic Abuse Award (DAPA), which is recognized by the Home Office.

Please note that our volunteer opportunities are open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1), and that these volunteer roles are exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974 and subject to enhanced DBS checks where applicable.

Applications which are incomplete will not be reviewed. All our roles are during office hours only unless stated otherwise.

Join the Corporation at Newbury College and support the delivery of excellent educational experiences at a college dedicated to creating opportunities that transform the lives of the people and communities it supports.

Applications close at 9 a.m. Monday 9th December 2024.

As a further education (FE) college, Newbury College is required (by the Further and Higher Education Act 1992) to have a Governing Board known as the Newbury College Corporation.

The main role of the Corporation is to oversee the way the College is run, ensure that it delivers what its community needs in a way that reflects the highest professional and ethical standards, and effectively use the resources it has available.

As a collective group of independent members, our Board is responsible for the quality of service that the College offers to students and the local community, as well as for approving and monitoring the College’s annual budget. Our committed and experienced Board comprises people who present a range of career backgrounds and specialist industries alongside sector knowledge.

We ask that new Governors become members of both the Board and at least one other committee, depending on their specialist knowledge and interests. In addition to attending scheduled meetings throughout the year, we encourage Governors to experience the College by linking them with senior managers and different departments, providing opportunities for them to visit the campuses and meet and speak with students and staff.

The Governors’ central role is to set the strategic direction of the College, and to monitor progress in achieving the strategic objectives. All governors are required to abide by the Board’s Code of Conduct, which is based on the seven principles of public life, also known as the ‘Nolan’ principles: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.

Who we are looking for

Governor (Special Education Needs, SEND)

We are looking to appoint an experienced SEND professional to help the Board review and evaluate effective practice and personalise provision, whilst providing support to the excellent delivery for all SEND students.

It is important that Governors are passionate about our mission, enthusiastic about joining the College, and keen to contribute to our future success.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and successful Governing Board and make a genuine impact on the future success of Newbury College and its students. You will support the development and influence the direction of the College at a time of great momentum as we seek to grow the organisation and aspire to provide outstanding, meaningful education opportunities for students across the local and wider communities.

Peridot Partners and Newbury College 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 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 find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 9th December.

We are seeking a Clinical trustee to help CLAPA reach the next stage of its journey, with the clinical skills, knowledge and expertise to help drive the organisation forward.

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the CLAPA’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.

You would be joining our board at an exciting time, as we create and implement our new 5 year strategy for 2025-2030.

We are looking to appoint trustees to join our Board at a very exciting time of growth and change. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of the charity’s development.

First and foremost, you will have a commitment to improving the lives of children and families and enthusiasm for our work. You will have experience of developing strategies and plans and understand the role of trustees in the governance of charities.

We are particularly seeking applicants who have experience in

- grant making

- children’s social care

- special educational needs

- audit and risk

It is important that you can commit time to read and consider papers and reports, attend meetings and contribute to discussion and decision making. Trustees meet face to face as a Board a minimum of four times a year, plus an annual away day. There may be other meetings and sessions to attend, usually online. You will be asked to join one of Lifelites’ committees and may be asked to work with staff on specific projects, which will give you further opportunities to contribute your skills and knowledge to the Charity.

Purpose of the role

Together with fellow Board members, as a Trustee you will act in the Charity's best interests, set the strategy and policies, make key decisions and oversee the management of the Charity.

Key duties

1. To ensure that Lifelites complies with its Constitution, Charity Law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
2. To ensure that Lifelites pursues its charitable objects as defined in the Constitution.
3. To scrutinise Board papers and contribute to debate and decision making.
4. To ensure Lifelites uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects: the organisation must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objects, no matter how worthwhile or charitable those activities are.
5. To contribute actively to the Board of Trustees in giving firm strategic direction to Lifelites, setting overall strategy and policies, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
6. To safeguard the reputation and values of Lifelites.
7. To ensure that Lifelites considers and mitigates key risks.
8. To ensure the effective and efficient administration of Lifelites.
9. To ensure the financial stability of Lifelites.
10. To protect and manage Lifelites’ assets and to ensure the proper investment of its funds.
11. To contribute their skills and expertise to Lifelites projects, and to support the Charity’s fundraising.
12. To appoint the Chief Executive Officer and monitor their performance.

 Other duties

 In addition to the above responsibilities, each Trustee is expected to apply their skills, knowledge, experience and best judgement to enable the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions.

This may involve:

· Working on sub-committees.

· Supporting the development of new areas of work.

· Leading on and presenting on key issues.

· Using networks to create new opportunities for the organisation.

 Person Specification

· A strong commitment to the work of Lifelites.

• Experience of operating at Board or senior level professionally.
• Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.
• Good, independent judgment.
• Strong strategic thinking.
• Willingness to articulate opinions whilst understanding the importance of collective responsibility.
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to access and use IT including email, video conferencing and Microsoft Office.

About Lifelites

Lifelites is a charity that passionately believes all children should be able to enjoy a childhood that they and their families can cherish, filled with special moments of fun, happiness and meaningful connection.

By harnessing sensory and assistive technology, children and young people with life-limiting conditions are empowered to play, learn, connect with their families and access the support they need to thrive. Lifelites provides the latest equipment, training and ongoing support, free of charge, for the children’s palliative care sector throughout Britain and Ireland, reaching 13,500 children.

However, there are an estimated 99,000 children and young people in the UK living with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, who could benefit from Lifelites’ services. As part of our ambitious 2023-28 Strategy, Lifelites is aiming to improve impact and increase reach so that every child with a life-limiting condition is empowered to experience unforgettable moments of connection and joy with their families.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. These words are engrained in our services and our culture. As an organisation that seeks to empower children and young people with life-limiting conditions and complex disabilities, we are similarly committed to these values in the way we recruit and develop our people, build our teams, work in partnership and cultivate success. We actively welcome, nurture and celebrate the different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender of candidates, existing staff, stakeholders and volunteers.

Volunteer Opportunity: Peer Support Volunteer – Peers2Pals

Salary:                  Nil

Location:                            Bracknell 

ABOUT BUCKINGHAMSHIRE MIND AND MIND IN BERKSHIRE

Buckinghamshire Mind was founded in 1914 as Buckinghamshire Association for Mental Health. The charity is independent and responsible for its own governance and income generation. We are proud to be affiliated to national Mind (the leading mental health charity in England and Wales) and to play our part in a diverse network of over 140 other local Mind associations.

Mind in Berkshire is a collaboration between Buckinghamshire Mind and Oxfordshire Mind, in which we work together to create a unified voice and understanding across East and West Berkshire.

Buckinghamshire Mind shares National Mind’s vision: “We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets both support and respect.”  It remains our mission to deliver high quality community-based services across Buckinghamshire and East Berkshire to reach out and ensure everyone with a mental health problem gets access to the help they need.

Working from offices in Chesham, High Wycombe and other community venues we provide high quality services to some of the most isolated and vulnerable members of society. Services include: Wellbeing activity groups, peer support groups, Safe Haven crisis service, befriending, community partnership outreach services, peer support in schools’, and adult and young people’s counselling.

Buckinghamshire Mind has over 500 volunteers (including 400 peer ambassadors/mentors in schools and over 100 in befriending partnerships). These dedicated individuals support our passionate staff team ensuring our services are tailored to need and are of the highest quality.  Further information can be found on your website.

Volunteer Opportunity

We are currently looking for enthaustic, dynamic and supportive volunteers aged 17-25 to work with our young people’s peer support group, Peers2Pals.

Peers2Pals is a friendly and welcoming peer support community, for people to help each other with managing their mental wellbeing and reduce loneliness and isolation.

Our uplifting and fun activities provide the opportunity to socialise and share experiences in a non-judgemental and completely confidential setting. Our activities are based on the Five Ways to Wellbeing: To Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, To Learn and To Give.

We offer a range of activities across East Berkshire during the day, evenings, and some weekends. Our youth volunteers play an integral role in our service, running activities, such as a bowling group, meal and games evenings and quiz nights. We are hoping to expand our team and reach more young people.

This role is a wonderful opportunity to facilitate an activity that will benefit the mental health and wellbeing of our members. If you have a skill, hobby, or interest you’d like to share, we’d love to hear about it! Volunteers must be comfortable in a group setting and building rapport with people from all walks of life.

An understanding of mental health is essential and lived experience is welcomed. All successful applicants will have completed our volunteer training, undertaken a DBS check, and provided 2 references. Volunteers will be expected to facilitate a peer support group for a minimum of 2 to 3 hours per month face to face or virtually, attend regular training and volunteer development sessions as required, and take part in monthly peer volunteer meetings with your coordinator and fellow volunteers. As a Friends in Need volunteer, you can claim travel expenses.

For an informal chat about the role or for further information, please contact Chloe Benn – Friends in Need Coordinator.

Could you be our next Trustee?

Every hour, two people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s. In fact, it’s the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. 

Parkinson’s doesn’t discriminate. Anyone can get it.

Despite this, evidence suggests where you live, your income, ethnicity or gender can impact when you’re diagnosed and the support and services you can access.

We want to change that. We can and must do more. We want to remove barriers so that everyone in our community can access the right support and services, tailored to their needs. 

To do this, we are building a diverse and inclusive board that reflects the community we serve.  By having a diverse network of people working right across the charity we’re more likely to make breakthroughs that change the lives of people with Parkinson’s. 

In the last 50 years, we’ve invested more than £120 million in cutting-edge research to uncover the causes of Parkinson’s. We believe we’re close to finding a solution. But to get there, we need more people like you!

What you’ll do

Guided by the Parkinson’s community, we’ve shaped our strategy ‘Every Parkinson’s Journey’ for 2023 to 2026.   Our strategic aims are focused on improving access to health and care; improving our community offer and continuing with our groundbreaking research.

We're a growing organisation with 605 employees, 4000 volunteers and a projected income of £43m. The Board of Trustees and its committees govern the charity with diligence and enthusiasm and make sure we're financially stable, well-run, and delivering what the Parkinson's community really needs.

Our trustees and independent committee members come from a wide range of backgrounds and have diverse experience, which we draw on to guide and oversee the charity’s work. Trustees share this responsibility both individually and collectively. This requires Trustees to contribute in an informed and active way to all aspects of the Board’s work. 

What you’ll bring 

To complement our collective skillset we are looking for a new Trustee to join the Board (currently comprising 13 Trustees) who is, or who has significant and recent experience as a Parkinson’s health and care professional in the UK,  to help oversee the charity’s activities in health and social care.

We welcome applications from candidates, who can demonstrate the following:

• Substantial specialist Parkinson’s clinical experience in a UK health or social care setting

• Good understanding of wider issues and opportunities in UK health and social care, for example in:

1. the delivery of services to people with Parkinson's and/or 
2. educating and developing the workforce

• Understanding or willingness to learn about what it means to be a trustee

• Willingness and availability to devote the necessary time and effort

• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team

• Effective networking and  communication skills to represent the charity with external stakeholders

Who can apply?

It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, socio-economic group, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.   To find out more about our ambitions and strategy that underpins this commitment, please see here.

Whether you are an experienced trustee or looking to take on your first trustee role, if you have the skills, time and energy to commit to the role, we’d love to hear from you and can provide full support. 

Please apply by following the link and uploading a CV or a short bio, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the role description.

Closing date: 6 November 2024

Interview date: 29  November 2024

No Agencies

What's it like to work for us?

We aim to find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson's - and you could help us achieve this.

We offer a variety of paid job roles and volunteer opportunities both at our UK office in London and across the UK.

Community engagement charity Sobus is looking for talented, passionate individuals to join our Board of Trustees.  We are looking for a new Trustee Treasurer to help guide the charity through a time of exciting opportunity and development.

It's an exciting time for Sobus, as we look to refresh our service offer, and maximise the investment opportunity following the disposal of a property in early 2024.

Our overarching aim is to “strengthen local communities”, through the provision of infrastructure support to the local voluntary sector in the borough of Hammersmith & Fulham and supporting business communities around our North Kensington hub. 

Our work is focussed on five main areas:

• Voice & Representation
• Information & Intelligence
• Brokerage & Partnerships
• Capacity Building & Business Support
• Affordable Premises (through the provision of our business hubs in Fulham and North Kensington)

Trustee Treasurer: We are seeking a committed individual with a proven, professional track record of financial management and leadership at the highest level, and a sound understanding and experience of the voluntary sector.  We need someone with significant experience of leading long-term strategic development and driving financial sustainability.

You will share our vision and want to take a leading role in our journey to be recognised as an outstanding organisation. It would be a significant advantage if you have an understanding or experience of working in the voluntary and community sector, and even more so if you are a current or former resident of Hammersmith & Fulham or have a tangible, established and current connection with the area.

Sobus was formed in 2014 following a merger between the Community & Voluntary Sector Association and Fulham Community Partnership Trust. However, we were first established as the local CVS in Hammersmith & Fulham in 1998. 

Sobus is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity to ensure that we reflect the full breadth of the people that we support. We therefore warmly welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Selection process:

Candidates are requested to complete an application and a equalities monitoring form., and if shortlisted, an interview with our outgoing Treasurer, Chair of the Board of Trustees and the CEO.  t

For an informal discussion about the position, of for the Job Description and application form, contact the Sobus CEO, Sue Spiller

We’re looking for a motivated finance professional to provide financial direction to our local advice charity and help us improve our long-term financial sustainability. If you’re excited to help us grow and strengthen our resilience so that we meet the advice needs of the diverse communities we serve, we would love to hear from you.

The Treasurer is an officer of the Trustee Board and not a paid member of staff.  The purpose of the role is to ensure that the charity’s finances and supporting financial control systems are robust and comply with relevant regulations.

The role works closely with the Chair of the Trustee Board, the Chief Executive and the volunteer Financial Accountant.

The Treasurer is responsible for chairing the Finance sub-committee, including preparing the agenda and arranging for the production of the minutes of each quarterly meeting,

Treasurer main duties and responsibilities

Financial accounts

· Every quarter, review entries on Xero made by volunteer Financial Accountant (

· Review quarterly management accounts prepared by volunteer Financial Accountant before submitting report to the Trustee Board

· Ensure that year-end accounts are prepared to in compliance with SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice) Accounting for Charities and submitted by the deadline to Charity Commission and Companies House, and make arrangements for them to be independently examined as required

Budgets and planning

· Prepare annual budget and obtain Trustee Board sign off each March

· Review and update forecast of annual outturn

Financial control and compliance

· Comply with the charity’s financial policies and procedures

·Liaise with the CEO to prepare costings for any funding bid applications

· Ensure capital expenditure authorisations and limits are followed, and prepare expenditure justifications where appropriate

· Ensure that money received is spend only on the purposes for which it was given and ensure that reports and accounts demonstrating this are submitted to funders

· Submit regular financial reports to national Citizens Advice as required, and meet all financial obligations of the Citizens Advice Membership scheme

Relationship with Trustee Board

· Provide financial advice as required to the Chair and Trustee Board

· Explain, guide and advise the Board on the key assumptions and financial implications of the budget, operational and strategic plans

· Keep the Board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities

· Ensure that all Board members have a clear understanding of the accounts presented at meetings

· Ensure that the organisation has an appropriate reserves policy and a realistic budget that meets the service’s needs

· Provide input to the risk register process

· Present accounts at the Annual General Meeting in an accessible way

· Chair the Finance sub-committee, preparing the agenda and arranging for the production of the minutes for each quarterly meeting

Treasury

· Act as key contact on the charity’s bank accounts

· Transfer money between savings bank accounts to optimise interest income

· Maximise the interest on savings by comparing available interest rates

· Review investments (in conjunction with other trustees)

· Review and update cheque signatory and electronic payment authorisation

· Authorise salaries and PAYE payments to HMRC

Other (annual)

· Review reserves policy

· Prepare salary review (in conjunction with Personnel Committee)

· Review office insurance policy

· Review Gift Aid claim prepared by volunteer Financial Accountant

Are you passionate about supporting unpaid carers in Wiltshire and Dorset? We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic trustees to help shape the future of our charity! As a trustee, you’ll steer our strategic direction, work closely with our senior leadership team, and ensure we’re making a real difference. We’d especially love to hear from you if you have expertise in health and social care, income generation, marketing and communications, and volunteer management – though this isn’t an exhaustive list!

Some of the key responsibilities of a Trustee include:
– Set and monitor our goals and strategic plans
– Ensure we comply with all legal and regulatory standards
– Safeguard the charity’s finances and prevent fraud
– Attend approximately 4 board meetings a year

If you’re passionate and ready to contribute, we want to hear from you!