Recruitment Consultant Volunteer Roles
Change lives through learning. Opportunities are now available to join the Board of Chichester College Group, the leading provider of FE & skills provision across West Sussex, Brighton and Hove. Do you have the skills and experience needed to support the next step of their impressive journey?
Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 18th November
Who we are.
Chichester College Group is the largest and most diverse college group in Sussex, with a forecast turnover of approximately £110m in 2023/24.
We offer learning opportunities for all ages, including nursery provision and 14-16, and for all levels, from foundation/entry to university level and professional qualifications. Our offer covers all 15 subject sector areas with a full ladder of learning in the majority of vocational areas enabling students to progress from Level 1 to Level 3 and beyond.
About the role.
Chichester College Group have been on an impressive yet complex journey over the last seven years. The Group has been formed through Chichester College merging with a number of like-minded providers from across the region; Central Sussex College (2017), Worthing College (2019), and Greater Brighton Metropolitan College (2022). Haywards Heath became part of the Group when it opened in 2020. Also, during this time, we have recruited new senior leaders including our CEO, Andy Green and our Chair, Steve Cooper who are both committed to the development of our Group and vision to change lives through learning in support of the communities that we serve and the people that work for us.
Our Board has been focused and dedicated in its support of the college during this period of growth and transition. Indeed, a vital component of our success during this period has been the stability that our Board has provided us. We have now come to a point where a number of our members have served their maximum period as a governor and so we need to appoint new members to bring their expertise to our Board. Given that we are one year post-merger, and with a new strategic plan soon to be launched, this will be an exciting time to join the College as a member of our Board.
As a Governor and Board member, your experience and external expertise will contribute to the successes of our Group, students and people by providing scrutiny, challenge and support in achieving our strategic goals and enabling the continued improvement of learning.
Who we are looking for.
Following recent changes and developments across the Group, we have now entered a period of consolidation for our Board, allowing us to reflect on recent successes whilst moving forward with both ambition and stability. Having reflected on the talents and skills of our Board members, we have identified a number of areas which we feel we need to strengthen, given ongoing development and the upcoming launch of a new long-term strategy. As such, we seek to appoint four new governors to our Board, each with a specific skill set to help us grow and develop in different ways:
- Finance – strategic oversight and professionally qualified
- Capital development, estates management and/or facilities management
All of our governors share a passion for self-development through education and an understanding of the important role that Chichester College Group plays in developing local individuals and bringing prosperity to our region.
Previous governance experience and an understanding of boardroom behaviours and governance processes are important as this will allow you to get up to speed quickly and ensure you can be effective from day one. We do, of course, offer a full induction process and constant support throughout your time on our Board. As we are sure you’d expect, there are parts of our training which are mandatory – such as safeguarding training.
We are looking for people who are comfortable in offering constructive feedback, happy to ask those difficult questions that help us think differently, and individuals who are willing to make a commitment to be visible and supportive advocates of our Group.
You will need to have the capacity and time to commit to this opportunity with a busy meetings schedule and an array of events that Governors are invited to take part in as part of the academic calendar. In return, Chichester College Group provide a comprehensive induction programme, development opportunities for all governors and, most importantly, the chance to impact the lives of all our students through being part of our ambitious and impactful institution.
Peridot Partners and Chichester College Group 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 candidates 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 on Monday 18th November.
We are seeking to appoint two new Governors to the Local Governing Body of Pebsham Primary Academy. Whilst meetings can take place virtually, Governors will need to be available to visit the school at least three times during the year during school hours.
Who we are
Pebsham Primary Academy is a one form entry primary school in Bexhill. It joined TKAT, a Multi-Academy Trust, in January 2014. The TKAT Board of Trustees has appointed a Local Governing Board which is responsible for ensuring the Academy’s long term vision reflects the needs of its community beyond current post holders and in line with TKAT’s vision and values.
The role
We, the Governors, are a diverse group of people from a range of backgrounds, including education, human resource management, retail work, legal work and finance. We aim to use our skills to support the school so that we attain our vision of a school where every child can shine. We are not paid, but can claim expenses for some activities.
We meet as a Local Governing Body, independent of the TKAT Board of Directors, but accountable to TKAT for everything we do, and our main functions are to set the strategic direction for the Academy and to hold its leadership to account.
We visit the school regularly to monitor its progress and we ask challenging questions to ensure that the school is meeting the needs of all the children and providing an education that will enthuse and inspire them. We regularly speak to children, parents and staff to find out their views.
Being a school governor is a rewarding and fulfilling role; helping to provide a suitable, safe, and exciting environment for learning is critical to giving every child the chance they deserve.
About Interventions Alliance
Interventions Alliance is the Justice and Social Care division of Seetec, delivering tailored support to Participants across a range of contracts including CFO Activity Hubs, Accommodation and Personal Wellbeing. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to build a better future, regardless of their past choices or the challenges they face.
We give equal importance to delivering services focused on prevention as those aiding rehabilitation, providing our Participants with the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
Ultimately, our aim is to equip individuals with the necessary skills needed to desist from offending and successfully reintegrate into their local communities.
Role Description
Our Resettlement Support Volunteers play a key role by supporting staff to deliver positive impact through projects that address a range of needs of the participants we work with (predominantly men over the age of 18 years). Our Volunteers help minimise a person’s risk of reoffending and support them on their journey of creating healthier relationships by assisting them to access vital services and engage with their local community, equipping them with the skills they need to succeed and create an overall positive lifestyle change.
Volunteers act as positive role models who inspire, empower and guide participants to achieve actions agreed on the initial action plan. They offer personalised support to help improve participants’ lives, equipping those they are supporting with the skills they need to succeed and to prevent individuals from becoming trapped in a cycle of criminality.
This is a rewarding role, with many positive outcomes for the participants you will be matched with. In return for your volunteering efforts we offer extensive training, paid expenses, and high level of support and supervision from a Volunteer Coordinator.
We ask for a minimum of 6 months commitment following completion of vetting and training and a minimum of 1 hour volunteering per week during office hours. Our volunteers must understand the need for reliability, that they value punctuality and have good communication skills. Due to the nature of the role, some volunteering may take place during evenings and weekends. The post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance.
To apply please visit our website Volunteering | Interventions Alliance and register with My Impact to complete your application in the relevant region.
As part of a Volunteer Mentors role, your key responsibilities will be to:
- Spend time with the participant assisting in agreed activities, for example:
- Providing practical and emotional support
- Encourage engagement with appointments
- Support filling in forms
- Helping Participants access resources to enable them to achieve their goals - Assist with public protection by reporting any issues related to the participant behaviour
- Engage in regular supervision sessions with the volunteer coordinator
- Complete feedback notes after each support session within 48 hours
- Safeguarding to be reported immediately
- Actively promote Interventions Alliance values within the work conducted with Participants
- Lone working – use the lone working system to adhere to safety procedures
- Work in a non-discriminatory manner and promote diversity & equality
- Maintaining professional boundaries
- Attend team meetings and participate in ongoing training activities
- Encourage Participants compliance with probation appointments and licence conditions
Person Specification
In order to provide a high-quality support service, we are looking for individuals that have the following essential skills and abilities:
- Ability to listen effectively and communicate with others
- Ability to keep commitments and/or appointments
- Ability to use own initiative to identify and access relevant resources
- Share information appropriately within boundaries of confidentiality
- Capacity to understand and work within necessary guidance to ensure both yourself and the participant understand your professional relationship.
- Ability to demonstrate positive behaviour providing a good role model to Participants through pro-social modelling
- Be non-judgmental, open minded and self-aware
- Knowledge of basic IT skills
- Ability to encourage and allow people to make their own choices and decisions
Other essential attributes include:
- Ability to listen effectively and communicate with others
- Ability to keep commitments and/or appointments
- Ability to use own initiative to identify and access relevant resources
- Share information appropriately within boundaries of confidentiality
- Capacity to understand and work within necessary guidance to ensure both yourself and the participant understand your professional relationship.
- Ability to demonstrate positive behaviour providing a good role model to participants through pro-social modelling.
- Be non-judgmental, open minded and self-aware
- Knowledge of basic IT skills
- Ability to encourage and allow people to make their own choices and decisions
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.
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Reading Frontline, has been providing face to face debt and benefit advice for over 30 years to those distressed by the burden of debt.
We have 3 vacancies for Volunteer Debt and Benefit Advisers able to work for one day a week from our offices in the centre of Reading. If you like helping people and would like the opportunity to turn lives around, this is the opportunity for you.
You will be working with clients distressed by the burden of debt and so a sympathetic and patient approach is a must. Negotiating skills would be an advantage as you will be dealing with our clients’ creditors to establish repayment plans. Basic finance and budgeting skills would also be helpful.
The procedures we have developed use standard forms and letters in Excel and Word, so a basic knowledge of this software together with general computer literacy and keyboard skills will be needed.
Full training and ongoing support will be provided to new volunteers and back-up and support is always available as you work through clients’ problems.
In return for your work at Frontline we guarantee that you will experience a great sense of satisfaction as you guide clients out of the darkness of overwhelming debt.
We welcome clients and volunteers of all faiths and none.
Frontline’s Impact
“I just wanted to say a very big thank you for your advice yesterday. It was as if a big mountain of pressure had been lifted from my Mum’s shoulder.
She is in the habit, like so many I expect, of generating misconceptions about debt management and that these assumed ‘worst case scenarios’ will happen to her!
She was very relieved after listening to your advice. So thank you very much indeed, it is truly appreciated.”
“Thank you so much for everything you have done for us, I can’t begin to tell you how much this has helped with removing the worry etc."
Application Process
Please send your CV with a brief covering email and your phone number to the Reading Branch Manager, Richard Anderson.
Upon receipt we will call you for an initial chat with a view to setting up a meeting in our Reading Office.
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.
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African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.
ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.
At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a volunteer Social & Content Manager to join ADC.
Main purpose of job: Develop and implement our social media & content strategy in order to increase our online presence and drive engagement
Division: Operations
Department: Marketing & Communications
Position reports to: Head of Marketing & Communications
Who reports to this position: N/A
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop a content calendar across all social platforms ensuring a constant supply of relevant content (1 post per week on LinkedIn, Facebook & Instagram – initially)
- Collate content for, prepare and publish the monthly volunteer newsletter through MailChimp
- Identify and engage with key social influencers to create beneficial relationships and strong networks and grow the ADC brand
- Perform social listening across all social platforms by monitoring and responding to relevant brand mentions and identifying opportunities for engaging in related topics/discussions
- Define social media KPIs, measure and optimize social media performance metrics, and develop enhanced reporting
- Develop and implement E2E fundraising campaigns
- Manage and oversee social media content
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Essential
- 3+ years of experience in social and content management
- Experience using MailChimp or similar software
- Excellent knowledge of Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media platforms
- Experience of forming relationships with key influencers on social media
- Good understanding of SEO metrics and social media KPIs
- Ability to come up with creative content (text, image and video)
- Available to volunteer at least 7 hours a week
- Ability to actively take initiative and help set things up in a start-up environment
- Ability to actively seek and give input in a collaborative team environment
- A committed team player with good communication skills.
Desirable
- Experience of establishing online communities on social media
- Experience working in an early stage start-up and gone through a scaling phase
- Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity
- Graphic design ability
What ADC Offers You
This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:
- Professional learning and career development opportunities
- An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
- An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts of the world that is helping to deliver systemic social change in Africa
- An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
- We provide work reference
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg.
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African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.
ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.
At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.
Main purpose of job:
You will be the custodian of our narrative and drive our PR strategy. You will focus on the development of ADC’s communications strategy and reputation. This is a great opportunity to be part of our Marketing team with an aim to introduce new strategies and increase our popularity.
Division or Department: Marketing & Communications
Position reports to: Head of Marketing & Communications
Position is responsible for: TBD
Main Duties and Objectives:
- Establish ADC’s strategy that builds increased levels of engagement, understanding and involvement in our long-term plans
- Take overall accountability to shape and evolve our narrative and relevance across key audiences
- Shape our communications and engagement strategies
- Secure relevant media and interview opportunities to support overall positioning and earn media reach through engaging byline submissions
- Write speeches, prepare interview outlines and FAQ's, and directly support our founder with media readiness
- Lead, manage and support internal communications
- Ensure systems and frameworks are developed to evaluate the effectiveness of communications and engagement strategies to measure impact and ensure added value
- Use data and insights to measure the success of communications and engagement strategies
Requirements:
Essential
- A natural storyteller and great copywriter in English
- Excellent understanding of the global media landscape and how to make the most out of a story
- Brilliant communication skills and the ability to translate ideas into PR tactics, especially in the charity sector
- Ability to build cut through and differentiation in narrative
- Ready to roll up your sleeves with a tenacious approach to getting our story told
- Experience with influential industry events and managing speaking opportunities
Desirable
- An existing network of media and press contacts is also highly valued
What ADC offers you:
This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:
- Professional learning and career development opportunities
- An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
- An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts of the world that is changing lives in Africa
- An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
- We provide work reference
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg.
Join the founding Board of Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity and be part of their journey as a newly converted charity with a mission to raise funds for their exceptional care across Derby, Derbyshire and Staffordshire.
Location: Derbyshire and Staffordshire
Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 2nd September (Chair) / 9 a.m. Monday 30th September (Trustees)
Who we are.
The newly independent Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity will partner with University Hospitals of Derby & Burton (UHDB) to provide Exceptional Care Together.
The Charity aims to significantly grow their income over the next five years to support more NHS staff to care for patients in safe, high-quality environments, using the latest equipment, technology and learning which will contribute to the future of health through committed research and development.
Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity’s vision is to serve the population of Derby, Derbyshire, and Staffordshire through preventative research, enhanced care and investment in the future.
Who we are looking for.
They now seek a Chair and three Trustees who will be pivotal to the establishment of their newly converted Charity, as well as its development and growth and ambitions to double the income over the next five years.
The new Chair and Board of Trustees will bring experience of good charity governance, strong commercial awareness and be well networked across their communities.
Time Commitment
The initial term of office is for three years, subject to annual review by the Board. If mutually agreed, the term can be extended for a further three years.
The Board of Trustees will meet bi-monthly, in person in Derby with online attendance at relevant sub-committees also likely.
The Chair and Trustees will need to give the equivalent of around one-two days per month initially to establish the Charity, develop and grow the Board and engage with senior stakeholders.
The Board will agree their formal committee structure, but it is likely to include the following sub-committees: Remuneration, Finance, Risk & Audit, Fundraising & Income Generation and Appeals, Research & Innovation.
Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity will have a formal liaison agreement in place with the University Hospitals of Derby & Burton (UHDB) Trust, including a position on its Board for a link Trustee, Monthly Trust and CEO leadership meetings. Twice-yearly Board to Board meetings and representation on key Trust groups such as strategic capital group.
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 these roles close at 9 a.m. Monday 2nd September (Chair) / 9 a.m. Monday 30th September (Trustees)
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.
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We’re looking for Support Group Volunteers over the age of 18 years old, based at New Life Family Church, 8 Church Street, Margate, Kent, CT9 1ST.
You’ll be volunteering 1 to 2 hours every other Tuesday 2pm to 4pm, with additional time for administration work.
As a support group volunteer, you will help with the running of the group. The role is designed to suit the needs of the group, and the skills of people offering support. If you enjoy getting to know your community, working with others and making a real difference then this is the role for you.
The volunteer will be
- A people person, with good listening skills
- A great communicator who enjoys meeting new people
- Good at putting people at ease
- Reliable and organised
- Passionate about supporting people affected by stroke
- IT literate, have good administrative and record keeping skills and be able to follow relevant policies
A DBS check is required for this role.
Interested in this role?
Find out more by downloading the role description for the Support Group Volunteer role.
If you are interested in this role, please contact us for an application form and send it to Lynn Vincent, Engagement Officer.
About Us
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.
We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles.
If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!
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.
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Third Solutions are proud and excited to be working in partnership with The Kingsbury Charity to recruit a new Trustee.
The aims of the charity are to help the poor and needy of Kingsbury. The charity does this mainly through its almshouses, as well as by making grants to other charities. The almshouses provide subsidised accommodation for elderly local people who are of limited means.
The trustees play a vital role in making sure that the Kingsbury Charity achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that the Kingsbury Charity has a clear strategy and that their work and goals are in line with their vision.
You will need to live in either Brent or Harrow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and provide advice on the Kingsbury Charity’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
- Approve operational strategies and policies and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
- Oversee Kingsbury Charity’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
- Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
- Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
- Review and approve Kingsbury Charity’s financial statements.
Experience, skills and qualities:
- Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities as trustees.
- Ability to think creatively and strategically and work effectively as a board member.
- Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
- A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
They are particularly keen to hear from candidates with skills, experience, expertise and knowledge in the Legal or Social care sector.
For more details on how to apply, please contact David Ryan – Recruitment Manager at Third Solutions.
Timelines:
The charity are interviewing on a rolling basis.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Kinross-shire Youth Enterprise (KYTHE)
Trustees
Voluntary Position
Meetings are a mixture of online and in person (Kinross)
Kinross-shire Youth Enterprise (KYTHE) is a non-profit organisation providing dynamic Christian youthwork a dedicated to empowering the young people in Kinross-shire to reach their full potential. KYTHE firmly believes in the strength of community partnerships, working together with local schools, churches, and government bodies to deliver life enhancing services to the youth of the area. Their comprehensive offerings include drop-in sessions, youth band activities, arts workshops, various holiday activities and outings, just to name a few.
At KYTHE, their doors are wide open to young people of all backgrounds, irrespective of their beliefs, ethnicities, genders, abilities, or orientations. They can come to KYTHE to seek a path to self-discovery, inspiration, and skills development. KYTHE provides them not only with valuable skills but also with a supportive network of new friends. They nurture the young people’s mental health, well-being, and self-esteem, empowering them to find their purpose and a profound sense of belonging. Their mission is to “transform young lives” by helping these incredible young individuals succeed to lead fulfilled lives, adapt to challenges, thrive, and grow.
The Role of Trustee:
As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in ensuring KYTHE achieve its core purpose of Transforming Young Lives across Kinross-shire and its surrounding areas. This involves ensuring that the organisation operates safely and effectively, adhering to legal requirements and charity law while maintaining a focus on the best interests of KYTHE and its beneficiaries – the young people. Trustees are responsible for approving operational strategies and policies, monitoring their implementation, and providing financial oversight by reviewing budgets and financial statements, and managing risks. You’ll offer both support and challenge to the Management Committee, stay informed about changes in KYTHE's operating environment, and actively contribute to governance reviews. Additionally, Trustees play a vital role in promoting KYTHE's objectives, aims, and reputation through the application of their skills, expertise, knowledge, and networks.
They are particularly interested in those who come from a background in one of the following areas: legal (with expertise in charity law), HR, communications and marketing, youth work/children’s services with an understanding of current issues and policies, property/estates management and fundraising.
You should demonstrate a capacity for creative and strategic thinking, exercising independent judgement effectively within the Board. Strong communication skills and active participation in discussions are essential, as is a strong personal commitment to KYTHE’s mission and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. KYTHE is a Christian organisation, therefore applicants must identify with and have the capability to lead according to KYTHE’s Christian values.
Time Commitment:
Board meetings are held in person, and occasionally remotely, with a minimum of four formal meetings per year with additional time required for attending annual events held by KYTHE. The estimated time of commitment per month is between 7- 14 hours per month, but this may vary as KYTHE continue to grow.
The term of office is three years, with an option to extend for another term.
How to Apply:
Please contact usto request the full candidate pack.
This search is being conducted exclusively for KYTHE by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team have all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.