In late 2023, the Cathedral adopted a new governance structure under the Cathedrals Measure 2021 and became a registered charity in March 2024. All members of Chapter are now charity trustees.
We are looking for new trustees, including a Senior Non-Executive Member (SNEM) who are willing to build on the commitment, enthusiasm and energy of current members who are nearing the end of their terms of office and continue to broaden the diversity of thinking in Chapter.
While we are not looking for any specific skill set, successful candidates must be able to demonstrate that they have the experience and skills necessary for working at board level.
The SNEM is appointed by the Bishop following advice from the Nominations Committee and the successful candidate for this role will have experience of chairing board or similar level meetings..
As a non-executive trustee, your role will be vital in the oversight of the management and administration of the Cathedral and in ensuring that the Vision and Strategy formed in 2020 is being effectively delivered and developed as we head towards our Centenary in 2027. Working collaboratively with other trustees you will give strategic direction to the Cathedral, set overall policy, define goals and evaluate outcomes.
Portsmouth Cathedral, the Cathedral of the Sea, has been the seat of the Bishop of Portsmouth since the creation of the Diocese of Portsmouth in 1927. It has a distinctive history and role in a great maritime city, and serves a diverse diocese that stretches from the Isle of Wight to East Hampshire.
The successful candidates will be either a communicant member of the Church of England, or of a church with which it is in communion and an enhanced DBS check will be required. A full induction programme and ongoing training in offered to enable members to deliver their responsibilities.
We are committed to growing in diversity and inclusion and seek to reflect this in Chapter. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Portsmouth Cathedral is a member of Inclusive Church.
This role contains an Occupational Requirement, in line with the Equalities Act 2010, that the candidate will be a practising Christian.
Expressions of interest are invited before 22 April 2024.
Please complete and return a monitoring form as part of your application.
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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.
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