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Cure Parkinson’s is a UK registered medical research charity that supports research internationally focused on disease modification in Parkinson’s. Preclinically, our funding remit is centred around Parkinson’s research that is of a disease modifying nature and within 5 years of clinical testing in people with Parkinson’s. Cure Parkinson’s also funds clinical research, particularly trials and sub studies of clinical trials evaluating disease modification in Parkinson’s. Cure Parkinson’s is a member of the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) and as such we adhere to the principles and guidelines on research management set out by the organisation.
The Cure Parkinson’s Research Committee (RC) is responsible for reviewing research proposals that are submitted on a quarterly basis. The RC is a committee of 10-12 academics and people with Parkinson’s who voluntarily meet four times per year to evaluate approximately 10 grant applications per round. If an application is considered to be within the funding remit and of interest to the RC, they will be sent out for expert peer review. The feedback from those peer reviews will be used by the RC at the next RC meeting (~3 months later) to decide whether to recommend funding the project to the Cure Parkinson’s Trustees.
The main purpose of the RC Chair is to provide leadership to, and oversee management of the RC.
The Cure Parkinson’s research team provides support to the Chair by organising the RC meetings and managing the grant application process (including organisation of the expert peer reviewers).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Court of the University of Aberdeen is seeking to appoint four new independent members (non-executive directors and charity trustees) to fill vacancies that will arise during the Summer 2024.
The University was established in 1495 to serve the north-east of Scotland, today our university is a global presence in higher education. A dual focus on our region and the wider world is as important to us today as it was five centuries ago.
After serving on our governing body, University Court, for a number of years, four of our independent Court members will step down in August 2024. The University is now seeking exceptional candidates to fill these vacancies to ensure the continued successful delivery of the University’s priorities and objectives, the setting of its strategic direction and commitment to its values and mission.
The following areas of professional expertise and/or experience would bring particular value to University Court and to the roles of independent members:
• Chartered accountancy within complex or international organisations
• People and culture at senior executive level
• Senior FTSE/international management
In addition, we would also welcome applications from individuals with professional expertise and/or experience in:
• Digitisation, emerging technology and AI
• Sustainability, net zero and transition planning
• Media and communications
• Governance, regulatory and compliance
The University is also seeking to recruit a member of Court to Chair the Remuneration Committee. The following areas of professional expertise and/or experience would bring particular value to University Court and to the role of chair of the Remuneration Committee:
• Demonstrable knowledge and expertise in people and HR leadership, change management, organisational development, culture, diversity and inclusion, and reward.
• Proven experience of connecting boards and executives to people and organisational priorities as a senior leader.
None of the posts are remunerated, however reasonable expenses incurred as result of your role on the committee will be re-imbursed in line with the University’s expenses policy.
This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Trustees - Field Studies Council
Thank you for your interest in being a charity trustee at Field Studies Council. We champion field studies in and beyond educational curricula. We encourage curiosity for the natural world. We practice and promote sustainability.
The Organisation:
We are an environmental education charity, best known for providing residential and day field trips for those studying biology and geography. But our mission is to create outstanding opportunities for everyone to learn about nature.
We have welcomed over 3.7 million visitors since we opened our first centre in 1946. In 2023 123,000 or so learners visited our centres: most were aged 25 and below and were in school or university groups. We (the Charity and its trading subsidiary) employ 325 or so people and in an accounting context have annual turnover in the range £15m to £20m.
The Role:
Who are we looking for?
You will bring diversity of thought and outlook, as well as new perspectives to the organisation. You will improve board decision making and outcomes for an increasing range of members of the public, especially children and young people.
To find out more about us, the role description and person specification please download the Candidate Information Pack.
Person Specification:
You may have had limited opportunity to explore nature, and you might be new to outdoor learning. And not every Trustee needs to be an academic, ecologist or environmentalist or have charity trustee, company director or equivalent experience. We are in particular looking for individuals who are able to bring their skills and expertise in the following areas:
• Hospitality and tourism
• The delivery of inner city projects for young people
• Strategic management and development of a property portfolio
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this role, please ensure you provide:
• An up to date CV detailing your relevant experience and including the details of two referees (who will not be contacted without your prior consent).
• A supporting statement addressing the criteria in the person specification and your motivations for applying.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, alternatively please contact Melissa Baxter.
Closing date for applications: Monday 4th March 2024
Interviews with Field Studies Council: Week commencing 18th March 2024
We are committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and working inclusively across our organisation and to reflect this are keen to have a more diverse Board. Field Studies Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
Red Balloon is a dynamic education charity with a number of Learner Centres throughout the UK that support young people who self-exclude from school and are missing education because of bullying or other trauma. They provide both an academic and therapeutic programme to enable their students to get back on track and reconnect with society. In addition to offering centre based programmes they also offer a distance learning provision (Red Balloon of the Air) which provides students with a bespoke integrated programme of academic education and wellbeing provision, delivered both online and face-to-face.
Red Balloon Learner Centre North West London (Harrow) is now looking to strengthen their Board and we are seeking a company Secretary and named Trustee for Governance and Law – you will bring insight and understanding of charity law, Charity Commission legal regulations, Company Legislation and best practice.
Trustees have a duty to ensure that the charity is well run, solvent, legally compliant, and working towards the charitable purpose for which it was established, and Trustee roles are an important and a highly rewarding way to support an organisation. Please note that Trustee roles are unremunerated voluntary positions, although reasonable travel expenses will be paid.
Red Balloon is committed to equality of opportunity, supports, and encourages under-represented groups, and values diversity. We seek people from a wide range of backgrounds, who will bring a fresh perspective to the Board, and having reviewed existing Trustee's diversity, skills, and experience, Red Balloon are keen for the Board to reflect the diversity of the communities that they work with and therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Please contact Heidi Earp, Director of Langton Not 4 Profit our retained consultants for further information on the role.
Red Balloon is a dynamic education charity with a number of Learner Centres throughout the UK that support young people who self-exclude from school and are missing education because of bullying or other trauma. They provide both an academic and therapeutic programme to enable their students to get back on track and reconnect with society. In addition to offering centre based programmes they also offer a distance learning provision (Red Balloon of the Air) which provides students with a bespoke integrated programme of academic education and wellbeing provision, delivered both online and face-to-face.
Red Balloon Learner Centre Reading is now looking to strengthen its Board and we are seeking a Property - Health and Safety Trustee – in order to assist the centre with all property related matters. An experienced Property / Health & Safety professional with extensive knowledge of risk assessments, first aid, fire safety, and building management.
Trustees have a duty to ensure that the charity is well run, solvent, legally compliant, and working towards the charitable purpose for which it was established, and Trustee roles are an important and a highly rewarding way to support an organisation. Please note that Trustee roles are unremunerated voluntary positions, although reasonable travel expenses will be paid.
Red Balloon is committed to equality of opportunity, supports, and encourages under-represented groups, and values diversity. We seek people from a wide range of backgrounds, who will bring a fresh perspective to the Board, and having reviewed existing Trustee's diversity, skills, and experience, Red Balloon are keen for the Board to reflect the diversity of the communities that they work with and therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Please contact Heidi Earp, Director of Langton Not 4 Profit our retained consultants for further information on the role.
You will support the Digital Marketing & Communications Officer with marketing and admin tasks, helping promote Equality in Tourism’s work across our website, social media, newsletters and PR. Typical tasks might include sourcing and designing imagery, keyword research and uploading blog posts.
About us:
Equality in Tourism is a non-profit organisation, transforming the lives of women in tourism by
promoting gender equality across the industry. We envision a just and sustainable tourism
industry that empowers women and girls, promotes diversity and inclusion, and contributes to the
social, economic and environmental well-being of local communities. Our team and associates
are experts in the field of gender equality in tourism and we work together to create and inspire
meaningful change within the industry.
Person Specification
This role would suit a student or recent graduate in marketing and communications or tourism. It could also be a good opportunity for someone with a marketing background looking to gain experience in the non-profit sector or someone with relevant experience who has retired from paid work.
We’re looking for someone who has…
- A great understanding of digital marketing and social media, with relevant academic or work experience.
- Strong writing and proofreading skills.
- Good organisation and time management, able to manage deadlines and keep the team updated on progress.
- Committed to gender equality and has enthusiasm towards our goal of creating a fairer, more sustainable tourism industry.
It’s a bonus if you have…
- Graphic design experience, using tools like Canva or Adobe.
- Video editing skills.
- Knowledge of SEO.
- Experience with CMS, especially WordPress and HubSpot.
Why Volunteer With Equality in Tourism?
You’ll be joining a small team but one with a wealth of knowledge on gender, tourism and marketing that you can learn from. While most of your contact will be with the Digital Marketing Officer, you’ll also get to work and connect with our directors, trustees and fellow volunteers.
You’ll also have the opportunity to influence our campaigns and make a difference with your ideas. We’ll make sure you’re developing skills that enhance your CV and work portfolio.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Applications close at 12 p.m. Monday 20th May.
About the role.
Following the decision of our current Chair, the Solihull College & University CentreCorporation welcomes interest from candidates who have the time, passion, experience, and interest to become a Governor and our Chair Designate in summer 2024.
Initially joining as the named Chair Designate, with time to engage in an extended and supportive handover period through the 2024 autumn term, we look forward to welcoming the person appointed as Chair of Solihull College & University Centre from early 2025.
The Chair provides leadership to the Corporation and its members, working closely with the Principal & CEO and the Director of Corporate Governance, Risk & Compliance. Supported by two Vice Chairs, the Chair ensures Governors have oversight of organisational development and are made aware of risks affecting strategy, finance, staffing, student experience, or reputation, through receiving plans and reports from the Principal & CEO and her senior team.
The Corporation is comparable to a board of non-executive directors and is composed of members from the local community, stakeholders, students and staff members.
Actively involved in long-term visioning and approving the educational character of Solihull College & University Centre, the Chair ensures Governors’ diverse skills, areas of specialist knowledge, networks, and professional opinions are used for the advancement of the organisation and in the most appropriate way.
With up to 19 Members of the Corporation, plus two External Members, the Chair ensures professional engagement between the Corporation and both employees and learners, through both formal means (meetings) and informal opportunities (such as events and visits).
Governors help the organisation to maintain a long-term focus whilst working on its shorter-term goals and plans. The day-to-day management is very much the responsibility of the Principal & CEO, and the executive management team. The Corporation is advised by a Director of Corporate Governance, Risk & Compliance who is part of the senior leadership team.
There are seven meetings of the Corporation throughout the academic year (September through to July). In addition to this, there are additional meetings of the Search & Governance Committee, the Audit & Risk Committee, the Remuneration Committee, and the Financial Oversight Group. Opportunities for Governors to participate in visits and meetings with students are arranged throughout the year.
It is expected that – with preparation for meetings, regular contact with Governors and both the Principal & CEO and Director of Corporate Governance, Risk & Compliance, plus any ambassadorial duties and training – the person appointed should plan to spend up to five days per month fulfilling the duties of the Chair.
Who we are looking for.
To be successful in this non-executive Chair role, we believe it is important that the person appointed brings experience in strategic leadership. When considering the requirement to be the ‘critical friend’ for a chief executive of a complex £50m business of education and training, set across several campuses and operating across the West Midlands, having a Chair with skills and knowledge which supports the development of the Principal & CEO, the executive team, and the broader Corporation and its members, is important.
Ideally, our next Chair will be an experienced non-executive, and know from experience the difference between operational leadership, and strategic oversight and scrutiny. The application of this knowledge will be welcomed, so that we may continue to benefit from the mutual respect that exists between the non-executive and executive representatives at the College.
If the person appointed doesn’t have direct experience of being a non-executive director or board member, then we will expect them to be able to demonstrate their ability to chair well and know how to get the very best out of a talented and committed voluntary non-executive group.
More than experience, we need a Chair who is passionate about the work that we do to transform the lives of our learners and provide opportunities to help shape their futures. The further education sector is a wonderful and enriching part of our education sector and a place where anyone, with any background or starting point can come, learn, and progress.
We are very open to the background and sector experience of the next Chair. We recognise the many potential benefits of appointing someone with either public, private, or third-sector leadership experience.
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 12 p.m. Monday 20th May.
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Volunteer role: Social Media Manager
Team: Communications Team
Location: Remote
Reports to: Director of Communications (Volunteer)
Hours: Approx 5 hrs week
About Us
Join us at Fair Game, where we're passionate about shaping a brighter future for football! With a vibrant community of 34 football clubs, we're on a journey to revolutionise the game we all love. Collaborating with top-notch academics and industry experts, our goal is to nurture a sport that fills every fan with pride. Imagine wearing your team's colours, confident in the values it represents and the rich traditions it upholds.
Be part of a movement that champions fan involvement, financial health, exemplary governance, and unwavering commitment to equality. Let's team up to make football not just a game, but a legacy we're all proud to be part of. Join Fair Game and help us turn this vision into reality!
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a Social Media Manager to help us drive the awareness of and engagement with our work promoting a fairer future for football. We're thrilled to share that Fair Game has experienced incredible growth recently, and we're on the brink of making a significant impact. As a volunteer-driven initiative, we're on the lookout for an enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to Fair Game's communications goals.
This volunteer position is a fantastic chance for someone keen on gaining insights into the football industry and expanding their connections, setting the stage for a promising career in social media with a sporting slant. If this resonates with you, you might just be the person we need to help shape the future of football in an extraordinary way.
Main Responsibilities
You would be essential in monitoring the industry news, promoting Fair Game initiatives via our social channels and helping us respond to any queries quickly and efficiently. You will be responsible for the following tasks:
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Monitor the sports news and social media looking for opportunities for Fair Game to join the conversation
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Work with communications, other members of the social team and designers to produce high quality, engaging content for a range of audiences
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Highlight the great work done throughout out the organisation to relevant social audiences
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Contribute to social strategy, shaping our approach and bringing best practice to our social media initiatives
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Responding to online conversations in an efficient and engaging manner
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Work closely with the social media team to ensure that Fair Game is engaging and reacting to women’s football stories breaking online.
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To attend weekly 30 min meetings with the Heads of the Communications team.
What You'll Need To Bring
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You will likely be a football fan, with your finger on the pulse with what is going on in the game, from player’s welfare to fan engagement.
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Excellent writing skills
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A passion for social media and recent, relevant experience managing social media for an exciting brand or brand
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A strategic mindset and the ability to think on your feet
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An excellent sense of what will get people talking online
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Excellent sub-editing and proofing skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Attention to detail
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A commitment to Fair Game’s values
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A passion to change football for the better
What You Will Gain
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A chance to put your stamp on our social presence, try new things and engage our diverse audiences
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First hand experience of content creation for social media for a fantastic, forthright brand on a real mission
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Experience of working with a passionate team
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The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change football for the better
Volunteering
We are seeking dedicated individuals who are genuinely passionate about contributing to our cause. This voluntary role demands more than just an initial burst of enthusiasm; it requires a steadfast commitment and a deep-seated desire to make a difference.
We kindly ask that only those who are prepared to invest their time and energy, with a serious intent to contribute and grow with us, consider applying. This is not just a role, but a journey towards creating meaningful impact. If you are looking for a casual commitment or are uncertain about your availability and dedication, this might not be the right opportunity for you. We value the contribution of our volunteers immensely and wish to build a team that shares our commitment to the cause.
We strongly believe in having more diverse voices in our team and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those currently under-represented.
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Volunteer role: Marketing Guru
Team: Communications Team
Location: Remote
Reports to: Director of Communications (Volunteer)
Hours: Approx 5 hrs week
About Us
Join us at Fair Game, where we're passionate about shaping a brighter future for football! With a vibrant community of 34 football clubs, we're on a journey to revolutionise the game we all love. Collaborating with top-notch academics and industry experts, our goal is to nurture a sport that fills every fan with pride. Imagine wearing your team's colours, confident in the values it represents and the rich traditions it upholds.
Be part of a movement that champions fan involvement, financial health, exemplary governance, and unwavering commitment to equality. Let's team up to make football not just a game, but a legacy we're all proud to be part of. Join Fair Game and help us turn this vision into reality!
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a volunteer Marketing Guru to help us drive awareness of and engagement with the fair game mission amongst our key audiences. We're thrilled to share that Fair Game has experienced incredible growth recently, and we're on the brink of making a significant impact. As a volunteer-driven initiative, we're looking for an enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to Fair Game's communications goals.
This volunteer position is a fantastic chance for someone keen on gaining insights into the football industry and expanding their connections, setting the stage for a promising career in sports marketing. If this resonates with you, you might just be the person we need to help extraordinarily shape the future of football.
Main Responsibilities
You would be essential in developing brand decks and marketing collateral, for our football club, stakeholder and political audiences. You will be responsible for the following tasks:
● Design promotional and informative decks for a range of Fair Game audience
● Work with the wider communications team to produce high-quality, engaging marketing collateral for our various audiences
● Contribute to marketing strategy, shaping our approach and bringing best practices to our marketing initiatives
● Generate content for online audiences as needed
● To attend weekly 30-minute meetings with the Heads of the Communications team.
What You'll Need To Bring
● You will likely be a football fan, with your finger on the pulse of what is going on in the game, from player’s welfare to fan engagement.
● Excellent writing skills
● Experience creating a range of marketing materials and a knack for getting the right message to the right audience
● Proficiency in and experience with a range of programs (PowerPoint, Canva InDesign etc)
● Flair for design and a natural grasp of how to present a brand to different audiences
● A strategic mindset and the ability to think on your feet
● An excellent sense of what will get people to take action
● Excellent sub-editing and proofing skills
● Excellent interpersonal skills
● Attention to detail
● A commitment to Fair Game’s values
● A passion to change football for the better
What You Will Gain
● A chance to put your stamp on our marketing collateral
● First-hand experience in creating marketing assets for a fantastic, forthright brand on a real mission
● Experience working with a passionate team
● The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change football for the better
Volunteering
We are seeking dedicated individuals who are genuinely passionate about contributing to our cause. This voluntary role demands more than just an initial burst of enthusiasm; it requires a steadfast commitment and a deep-seated desire to make a difference.
We kindly ask that only those who are prepared to invest their time and energy, with a serious intent to contribute and grow with us, consider applying. This is not just a role, but a journey towards creating meaningful impact. If you are looking for a casual commitment or are uncertain about your availability and dedication, this might not be the right opportunity for you. We value the contribution of our volunteers immensely and wish to build a team that shares our commitment to the cause.
We strongly believe in having more diverse voices in our team and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those currently under-represented.
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e are excited to recruit for the new KGHP Fellowship to support health systems strengthening across Sierra Leone. We are looking for nine senior Medics, Nurses and Midwives to support the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)-funded Saving Lives Phase III programme in Sierra Leone. The programme aims to support the Government of Sierra Leone to deliver on improving maternal, child and reproductive health outcomes in the country.
KGHP will be leading a Clinical Mentorship programme across six districts in Sierra Leone to support Nurses and Midwives with vital lifesaving skills. Over a 12-month period (June 2024-June 2025), each Fellow will support the development of a hospital education team, underpinned by a continued professional development framework. In partnership with the hospital management team, the Fellow will co-create and deliver a Leadership in Education programme. The Fellow will also support clinical mentoring on the wards and a mentorship cascade system, working with smaller, rural community health centres.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Would you welcome the opportunity to ensure neurodivergent young people and adults, people with learning disabilities and their families, lead healthy, happy, and fulfilling lives?
Would you be interested in becoming a Trustee and applying your skills, expertise, and knowledge to ensure we have a brighter and more sustainable future and continue to grow to meet the ever-increasing need and changing demands of the community we serve?
If the answer to these questions is YES, we would love to hear from you.
Hamelin was founded 40 years ago by two families raising children with learning disabilities, in order to provide life-enriching support that was not readily available, affordable, or easy to access for families just like them. This mission still drives us today and sits at the heart of what we do.
We proudly support families and the community across Essex through our specialist and community outreach services. Our aim is to help the people we support to navigate all aspects of their life; providing care and access to training, employment and leisure opportunities, together with respite for families in need of a much-valued break.
We also have an eye on the future and seek to appoint two new trustees to our board, a dedicated, passionate, and high-performing team who are incredibly proud of being part of Hamelin Trust.
We are looking for individuals who can help us sharpen our thinking and bring new and diverse voices and backgrounds within CARE or INCOME GENERATION to support, drive, and help us deliver our plans.
Previous experience as a Trustee is not necessary, as we are committed to full and appropriate induction, mentoring, training, and support for all new Trustees.
Closing date: 30th April 2024
Please stipulate which role you are applying for in your application
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for dedicated, energetic and engaged people for the RE Museum’s first independent Board of Trustees.
We have vacancies for up to six Trustees who will join us at a truly groundbreaking time, as we transition into a Charity Incorporated Organisation.
We are building a Board of Trustees with a diversity of backgrounds, skills and experience; ensuring that we are best place to realise our ambitions, improve our public offer, our care for the heritage of the Corps of Royal Engineers and ultimately the positive impact we have on the lives of our growing audiences.
Further information is available to download in the Trustee Recruitment Pack. We hope that you are keen to apply for the role and thank you for your interest.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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West Kirby School & College is seeking to appoint a Trustee with Responsibility for Finance
Commitment: Around 12 days per year
Role Overview: A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a high calibre and committed Trustee with responsibility for Finance to join our Governing Board and vibrant School community.
To excel in this role you will have proven experience of working within the charity sector, perhaps in a CEO role, working as a NED, or some other strategic leadership or governance role.
You will contribute to the work of the Board in ensuring high standards of achievement for all children and young people in the School by ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction, holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, the performance management of staff, and overseeing the financial performance of the School and making sure its money is well spent.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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West Kirby School & College is seeking to appoint a Trustee with Responsibility for Human Resources
Commitment: Around 12 days per year
Role Overview: A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a high calibre and committed Trustee with responsibility for Human Resources to join our Governing Board and vibrant School community.
To excel in this role, you will have proven experience of working within HR management / employment law, perhaps in a HR leadership role, or as a solicitor practising in employment law.
You will contribute to the work of the Board in ensuring high standards of achievement for all children and young people in the School by ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction, holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, the performance management of staff, and overseeing the financial performance of the School and making sure its money is well spent.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to rigorous recruitment checks, an Enhanced DBS check and Section 128 Check. Applicants must be 18 or older, eligibility criteria apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.