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Wicksteed Park opened in 1921, making it the oldest theme park on UK mainland. Its founder, Charles Wicksteed purchased the land in 1913. His initial goal was to create a model village for the local community, however following World War One and housing reforms, Charles looked to develop a park for people to spend their leisure time. He set up a charitable trust in 1916 and went on to build a number of prefabricated houses – some of which still exist and are within the park grounds.
A century ago, Charles Wicksteed put into practice his deep-held belief that all children, no matter how rich or poor, should have somewhere safe and fun to play outdoors. Public parks in Charles’ own youth had been very formal places where you walked sedately along the paths, keeping off the grass. He was determined to provide something different and here at Wicksteed he did just that, using his engineering skills to provide a new and exciting element to public open spaces.
Swings, slides and roundabouts, parks and playgrounds are the background to many of our freest and most joyful childhood memories. They are something that we all share, generations of us, from all over Britain, but this is where it all started. Wicksteed Park is truly somewhere amazing and very special.
It is good to see this story of Kettering’s contribution to our nation’s health and happiness and to remember that Wicksteed is a place with an incredible heritage and an exciting future. Wicksteed Park is much more than an amusement park and continues to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year to play and explore in its beautiful grounds.
Still delivering its core heritage but focusing on the connections with Kettering and wider communities, Wicksteed Charitable Trust has an opportunity to grow and transform, ensuring we are contributing to our communities’ wellbeing for the next century. It is thanks to the value, care, generosity, determination of our amazing volunteers that ensures the park has continued to deliver over some challenging years for the park.
We are now looking to expand our Trustee Board and are looking for people from a range of backgrounds who understand our community, the challenges that modern families face and have the drive and determination to deliver strategic objectives to build on our links and our regional presence. We would also like to hear from people who can bring professional expertise especially in areas including Law, Finance, Leisure and Tourism and Land Management.
As a Trustee at Wicksteed Park you will join a small team of existing Trustees. We are looking for individuals who will bring their own experience to complement our collaborative approach. You will be asked to speak out, offer opinion and be a critical friend, enabler and constructive challenge to the team..
About Us
Charles Wicksteed’s dream was to provide free play for all. Today The Wicksteed Trust’s main objective is to provide a safe environment for people of all ages to relax and play and to provide a focus for community activity. Wicksteed Park is a Grade II listed Historic Park with four County Wildlife Sites and a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
We play an important role in Kettering contributing to our communities’ health and happiness. Our aim is to grow and develop our offering to Regional and National communities promoting what Wicksteed Park has to offer.
Role
Trustees are responsible for making sure the charity stays true to its mission and vision. Being a Trustee of an historic, community-based charity, means making decisions that will impact on the communities we serve across in Kettering and the wider county, enriching lives and providing a focus for community activity.
Trustees, led by a Chair, have independent control over, and legal responsibility for, the charity’s management and administration. They act as the ultimate decision makers of the organisation, protecting the interests of the members and the public. They agree the strategy and hold the executives to account for the management of the organisation.
Responsibilities
Governance
· Understand the charity’s purposes as set out in its governing document and ensure compliance to law and other relevant regulations.
· Ensure the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these in partnership with other Trustees.
· Ensure the sustainability of the charity and sound risk management.
· Oversee what the charity does and what it needs to achieve.
· Be responsible for the performance of the charity and for its 'corporate' behaviour.
· Act as a guardian of the charity's assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment, and proper application.
· Ensure the charity's governance is of the highest possible standard.
Leadership
· Contribute to the development of the charity‘s long term strategy.
· Raise public profile and promote the reputation of the organisation.
Financial Management
· Ensure the charity’s assets are only used to support or carry out its purposes.
· Evaluate risks to the assets or reputation.
· Monitor and assess the organisation’s results in relation to the agreed strategy, budget and implementation plan.
In addition to the above duties, each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve leading sub committees, leading discussions, identifying key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, and evaluating or offering advice on other areas in which the Trustee has particular expertise.
Person Specification
The Board of Trustees collectively needs skills and experience in the following areas:
· Law
· Finance
· Land Management
· Leisure and Tourism
Essential
· Ability to commit to essential Board and Sub Committee meetings and participate on any further critical meetings or email discussions as appropriate.
· Good communication skills across all levels.
· Excellent planning and organisational ability with long term focus.
· Genuine passion and interest in the charity’s work.
· Integrity and openness.
· An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship.
Desirable
· Understanding of charity governance, legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities.
· Understanding of the voluntary sector.
Length of appointment
Our Trustees are appointed for an initial three-year term, and can be re-appointed for up to two more three-year terms (there is a maximum of nine years’ continuous service).
Time commitment
The estimated Trustee time commitment is a minimum of 6 half day full trust meetings each year (held every other month), plus reading and preparation time. Board meetings will be held at Wicksteed Park in Kettering. Additional commitment to any sub-committee or ad-hoc duties may be reasonably required. Sub-Committee meetings may be held online and it is expected these will be held quarterly.
Remuneration
The Trustee appointment is voluntary but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with the expenses policy.
Location
Wicksteed Park, Kettering, NN15 6NJ.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Wicksteed Charitable Trust follows the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion and seeks a diverse Trust Board to meet the needs of the organisation.
Board Trustee and Chair of the People and Remuneration Committee
Responsible to:
The Board of Trustees – As a Trustee your lead responsibility will be acting on behalf of the Board in chairing the People and Remuneration Committee. You are accountable to the Board of Trustees and act on its behalf to ensure that the best interests of the charity and its stakeholders are served within relevant regulatory frameworks and standards of probity in the areas of delegated responsibility
Role Profile:
As Board Trustee and Chair of the People and Remuneration Committee, you are responsible for ensuring the delivery of our charitable objects. The Board sets out our strategic direction, upholds our beliefs and values and provides governance to the organisation by prescribing and monitoring management performance. Your lead responsibility will be in ensuring that our people strategy aligns with our mission, values, and long-term sustainability. This includes chairing the People and Remuneration Committee overseeing key areas such as executive remuneration, workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, and organisational culture.
Your leadership will guide the Board and Committee in maintaining transparency, fairness, and accountability in all people-related decisions and you will work closely with the Director of People and Programmes. In addition, you will facilitate constructive dialogue among committee members, foster a culture of informed decision-making, and ensure that governance standards are upheld. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people through a dynamic and highly respected organisation.
Specific Duties:
- To respect and promote the founding Christian principles in line with our charity’s objects.
- To be responsible for the effective and efficient conduct of committee meetings ensuring resolutions are properly put and necessary decisions made.
- To ensure the committee’s decisions are acted upon.
- To ensure that committee meetings take place at appropriate intervals as part of our annual calendar of meetings and start and finish times are agreed with other members.
- To ensure all committee members can play a full part in meetings, their contributions are timely and relevant, and appropriate standards of conduct and behaviour are maintained in accordance with the code of conduct approved by the Board.
- To work proactively with the Executive Team lead on the arrangements for meetings, including agreeing the agenda and checking minutes.
- To ensure that any decisions taken by the Committee that need Board approval are reported to the next Board meeting and lead the discussion at the Board meetings summarising the deliberations of the committee, including making clear recommendations.
- To proactively establish a constructive working relationship with and provide support to the Chair of the Board, the CEO and the Executive Team.
- To have a general understanding of legislative changes and policy developments in people-related matters.
- To ensure that the committee receives professional advice when needed, either from the Executive Team or external sources.
- To induct, support and contribute to the annual appraisal of those Board members who are members of the committee.
Additional Trustee Duties:
- Familiarising themselves with all Board papers prior to each meeting.
- Attending Board meetings (and committee meetings, as appropriate) and actively participating in the work of the Board.
- Defining and ensuring compliance with the vision, values and objectives of the charity.
- Ensuring compliance with the National Housing Federation’s Code of Governance, Regulatory Standards, Ofsted and other areas of regulation within our operating environment.
- Establishing strategy, policies and plans to achieve those objectives across the range of functions undertaken by the charity.
- Approving each year’s Budget and final accounts prior to publication.
- Establishing and overseeing a framework of delegation and systems of control.
- Monitoring the charity’s performance
Person Specification:
- A willingness to respect and promote our founding Christian principles and uphold our organisational values.
- Proven leadership experience at board or senior executive level, ideally within the not-for-profit or public sector.
- Strong understanding of governance principles, particularly in relation to people, culture, and remuneration.
- Experience in overseeing or advising on executive pay, performance management, and workforce strategy.
- Familiarity with employment law, equality, diversity, and inclusion best practices.
- An understanding of the unique challenges faced by a highly regulated not-for-profits organisation.
- Strong chairing and facilitation skills, with the ability to foster inclusive, balanced, and productive discussions.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align people-related decisions with organisational goals and values.
- High level of integrity, discretion, and sound judgement in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. Role profile Time commitment:
- The role is unpaid although reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
- The initial term for the position is three years.
- The Board rhythm is typically:
- Approximately four three-hour Board meetings mid-to-late afternoon over the course of the year.
- Two full day ‘away-days.’
- Travel time for meetings, as Board meetings and Board Away Days are in person at various locations across Sussex.
- Three two-hour, virtual People and Remuneration Committee meetings a year.
- Time spent to read papers and prepare for the meeting; papers are circulated one week ahead of Board and committee meetings.
- Trustees are invited and encouraged to make at least one visit to services, and attend a staff or manager forum. There are also opportunities to attend national events such as the YMCA England & Wales Youth Matters awards.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and trends to inform decision-making. Commitment to our mission, values, and social impact.
- Collaborative and respectful leadership style, promoting transparency and accountability.
- Independent and objective, with the ability to challenge constructively and support executive leadership.
- Champion of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of people and remuneration governance.
- A professional background in HR, organisational development, or remuneration advisory is desirable.
- Previous experience chairing a committee or board in a similar context is desirable
Time Commitment:
- The role is unpaid although reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
- The initial term for the position is three years.
- The Board rhythm is typically:
- Approximately four three-hour Board meetings mid-to-late afternoon over the course of the year.
- Two full day ‘away-days.’
- Travel time for meetings, as Board meetings and Board Away Days are in person at various locations across Sussex.
- Three two-hour, virtual People and Remuneration Committee meetings a year.
- Time spent to read papers and prepare for the meeting; papers are circulated one week ahead of Board and committee meetings.
- Trustees are invited and encouraged to make at least one visit to services, and attend a staff or manager forum. There are also opportunities to attend national events such as the YMCA England & Wales Youth Matters awards
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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Role Description
St Edmundsbury Cathedral became a registered charity on 1 May 2023 and is looking to appoint additional independent non-executive members to join Chapter which is the Board of Trustees. Chapter is accountable for the governance, strategic direction and management of the Cathedral, and has ultimate responsibility for the care, maintenance and development of the Cathedral estate, all aspects of Cathedral activity, and for securing its long-term viability and financial sustainability.
The objects of the Chapter are:
(a) to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, in particular by furthering the mission of the Church of England;
(b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building;
(c) to advance any other charitable purposes which are ancillary to the furtherance of the purpose referred to in sub-paragraph (a) or (b).
Membership
The Chapter consists of the Dean, the Residentiary Canons and other lay members holding appointed or elected positions. The constitution allows for between 8 – 12 members of Chapter. Currently, membership comprises the Dean and the Residentiary Canons (4 clergy) who serve as executive members. One member serves as the senior non-executive member who is a lay person appointed by the Bishop. Two of the other non-executive members are directly elected from the congregation. We are now seeking to appoint an non-executive safeguarding member.
We would particularly welcome applications from individuals with substantial experience in safeguarding. This individual will provide strategic oversight and assurance in safeguarding practice, ensuring that the Cathedral continues to uphold the highest standards of safety, care, and compliance for children, young people, and vulnerable adults, in line with national and diocesan requirements.
Term of Office
Non-Executive Chapter members are generally appointed for a term of three years, and subject to the approval of Chapter and with the agreement of the non-executive member may serve a further three year term, which is the maximum permitted term of office. The role is voluntary and unremunerated. Expenses are paid in respect of some travelling costs, in accordance with the Cathedral’s policies. The appointment is subject to satisfactory references.
Time Commitment and Meetings
Chapter usually meets six times each year. Meetings are held in the Chapter Room within Abbey House beside the Cathedral and the business agenda rarely exceeds two hours. A light lunch or Evensong follows each meeting of Chapter, allowing time for members to socialise. Attendance at some sub-committee meetings as appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
Non-executive members of Chapter ensure that the focus of the Cathedral is the promotion of the Christian faith, maintaining an effective balance between that and its important financial and commercial obligations and ventures.
Members offer strategic advice and oversight on all aspects of the work of the Cathedral, including ensuring compliance with all regulations and statutory obligations and adherence to the highest standards of good governance. They also offer constructive challenge to the executive team, offering expertise and experience to help with evidence-based decision-making.
Chapter members advise and support the Dean, Residentiary Canons, and Chief Operating Officer on issues that are within their areas of particular expertise. This Chapter Trustee will also sit on the Safeguarding Committee, which meets four times a year.
Chapter members are invited to bring innovative thinking, together with new ideas and insights, to help secure the long-term future of the Cathedral and the delivery of its strategy through the Masterplan 2030. Particular emphasis will be placed on members promoting the life and work of the Cathedral at the heart of the Bury St Edmunds community, across the county of Suffolk and the wider eastern region.
Chapter members are welcomed as leading members of the Cathedral community and as such are expected to take part in meetings and events. Visible participation in the worship at the heart of the Cathedral's mission is an important expression of the non-executive membership of Chapter. Lay members robe and have individual stalls in the Quire of the Cathedral. We would hope for attendance at the Sunday Eucharist once a month; and at occasional Evensongs, Greater Festivals and civic occasions as personal circumstances permit.
Person Specification
Successful candidates must possess the following competencies and personal attributes:
- be a communicant member of the Church of England, or of a Church which is not in communion with but subscribes to the doctrine of the Holy Trinity.
- have an empathy with and be a compelling advocate for the Vision of the Cathedral through the Masterplan 2030; to be able to inform, lead and direct the strategy of the Cathedral
- be competent and able to exercise the highest standards of good governance in a complex Christian organisation
- have the ability to gain the trust, respect, and support of fellow members of Chapter, and the wider Cathedral community
- have the capacity to work collaboratively with all members of Chapter to translate the Masterplans aims into tangible outcomes
- be able to show empathy in dealing with others and to engage diplomatically and with authority in dialogue and debate on critical issues
- be able to voice concerns appropriately, in a frank but professional manner and to deal with conflict constructively
- have the capacity to communicate clearly with other members of Chapter, the Senior Leadership Team and employees on technical, financial and business matters in accordance with the non-executive member’s particular skills
- possess the ability to communicate with confidence and to provide effective strategic guidance
- have strong intellectual and analytical skills with a broad-based and long-term view of strategic and organisational goals
- be able to grasp the bigger picture and avoid immersion in minute detail
- possess the highest levels of trust and integrity
- demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding and the promotion of a safe culture within the Cathedral community.
Specific Competencies
In addition to the matters set out above we are looking to recruit a non-executive member with specific skills, expertise or experience in Safeguarding.
Applicants should bring substantial and demonstrable experience in safeguarding policy, practice, or oversight, ideally within a church, education, health, social care, or charitable context. They will provide independent assurance, constructive challenge, and strategic advice to ensure that safeguarding remains at the heart of the Cathedral’s governance and mission.
It is our aim to be a centre for learning, both for the Christian faith and beyond.



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Role Title: Treasurer (Trustee)
Board/Committee: Board of Trustees and Finance, Risk and Investment Committee
Remuneration: Travel and subsistence will be paid for attendance at meetings in accordance with the CoSRH travel and expenses policy. Board members are not remunerated for their Board/Trustee work.
Responsible to: The Chair of the Board of the Trustees
Regular liaison with:
· Board of Trustees
· CoSRH President
· CEO
· Director of Finance and Operations
· Sub-Committees of the Board
· External partners at senior level
Duration of appointment: Three-year term (with a possible extension of a further three years)
Time Commitment: Trustees meet four times a year in London and/or virtually. Meetings last approximately three hours. Trustees and Council meet jointly once per year in London and/or virtually. Meetings last approximately three hours. The Finance, Risk and Investment Committee meets four times per year virtually. Meetings last approximately two hours. In addition, Trustees are expected to allow time for reading of papers and preparation for meetings and for occasional events such as the AGM, attending relevant external events/training and induction.
Who we are:
The College of Sexual and Reproductive (CoSRH) is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, and we are the voice for professionals working in this area. As a multi-disciplinary professional membership organisation, we set clinical guidance and standards, provide training and lifelong education, and champion safe and effective sexual and reproductive healthcare across the life course for all.
Can you help us?
The College of Sexual and Reproductive Health (CoSRH) is seeking an experienced financial professional to join our Board of Trustees as Treasurer. This is an exceptional opportunity to provide strategic financial leadership and make a meaningful impact on sexual and reproductive health across the UK.
As Treasurer, you will chair our Finance, Risk and Investment Committee and play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial stability, sustainability and growth over the next three years.
We're looking for a qualified finance professional (ACA, CIMA or equivalent) with senior-level experience in audit, investment and strategic financial planning. You'll bring strong governance expertise, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to guide an organisation through growth and change.
Purpose of the role:
The overall aim of the Trustee role is to provide strong leadership, direction and expertise to the governance of the CoSRH.
The Board of Trustees (‘the Board’) is the body with the legal duty to protect the mission and vision of the CoSRH and to ensure that it is run in accordance with legal requirements.
The role of the Board is to provide good governance and leadership by:
· Determining organisational strategy
· Determining organisational statutory policy
· Ensuring the organisation’s financial stability and sustainability, and agreeing the annual operational budget
· Appointing the Chief Executive (who is overseen by the Chair of the Board on behalf of the Board)
· Providing support and constructive challenge to the Chief Executive and their staff team
· Setting and monitoring procedures for assessing and managing risk
· Taking advice from members, Council, Committees and from specialist advisors
· Ensuring good communication between the Board, the Council and the membership, and providing feedback on Board decisions and discussions to these groups
· Monitoring strategy performance
· Representing the CoSRH externally where necessary
As a charity and company limited by guarantee, Board members are charity Trustees and company directors. They do not represent any group or organisation in this role and they must act in good faith and in the best interests of CoSRH and in accordance with the CoSRH Code of Conduct.
Treasurer
Chair the Finance, Risk and Investment Committee (FR&IC) and lead the committee as follows:
· To review progress of financial elements of the strategy and make recommendations thereon to the Board of Trustees.
· To review/consider the strategic plan in context of financial and budgetary impact.
· To review the annual budget along with any constituent elements including membership pricing and make recommendations to the trustees.
· To agree specific expenditure beyond that in the approved budget of up to £125k.
· To make a virement of budgets of up to £125k
· To keep under review through regular reports the delivery of approved capital projects both from the capital investment as well as the actual compared to the projected returns.
· Advise Remuneration Committee on the affordability of any changes to pay and or benefits.
· To review the CoSRH Board Assurance Framework including mitigations, consider the total risks being carried in light of the risk appetite and undertake regular reviews of the risks by rotation.
· To receive reports at each meeting on financial performance and report as required to the Trustees
· To review the draft annual accounts along with the audit report, ensure they are prepared in accordance with relevant accounting standards and Charity Commission guidance and recommend their approval to the Trustees
· To recommend appointment of CoSRH’s external auditors to Trustees and to keep under review the performance of the auditors.
· To review the external auditors’ planning document, their annual findings, report and recommend any required improvements to financial processes.
· To monitor and review the CoSRH’s pension schemes and make recommendations for change when appropriate.
· To review and approve new Business Cases and oversee delivery of benefits,
· To consider changes to the reserves policy and make appropriate recommendations to the Board.
· To keep under review CoSRH’s Investment Policy including compliance with the ethical investment policy and update as necessary.
· To agree and review the Trustee’s attitude to financial risk and the asset allocation strategy.
· To review at each meeting the performance of CoSRH’s portfolio of investments and to receive regular reports from the Investment Managers.
· To consider changes to investment strategy and make appropriate recommendations to the Board.
· To propose the appointment of external investment managers for CoSRH, if appropriate, and to manage their performance.
· To ensure that all transfers of investment funds between managers are properly authorised by the Board.
· To report to the Board of Trustees on the performance of the investments.
Main duties and responsibilities of a Trustee
Board members are required to:
· Ensure that the highest standards of corporate governance are observed at all times
· Establish the overall strategic direction and governance of the CoSRH
· Approve the budget and business plan for the CoSRH including the costs of Council and its committees
· Ensure the effective, efficient and appropriate use of resources available to the CoSRH
· Oversee the delivery of planned results by monitoring and reviewing performance against agreed strategic objectives and targets
· Ensure that the CoSRH operates within the limits of its objectives and authority
· Ensure that the CoSRH is accountable to key stakeholders within and outside the health sector
· Ensure that the CoSRH undertakes its work with due regard to equality and diversity issues
· Ensure that the CoSRH complies with all relevant legislative and administrative requirements including, but not limited to, company law, charity law, health and safety, data protection and equalities.
· Ensure that an effective risk management system is in place
· Approve the annual budget
Board members are expected to:
· Read all Board and Committee papers in advance of meetings
· Attend and make constructive contributions to Board and Committee meetings
· Provide specialist guidance on particular areas where they have expertise
· Commit to safeguarding the good name and values of the CoSRH
· Be a champion and ambassador for the CoSRH
· Abide by all relevant policies and procedures of the CoSRH
· Agree and adhere to the CoSRH Board of Trustees Code of Conduct.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
· A financial accountancy qualification or equivalent experience (eg ACA, CIMA)
· Experience of audit, investment, strategic planning and budgetary planning
· Ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team whilst keeping in mind the responsibility of being an individual trustee
· Experience of guiding an organisation through growth and change
· An understanding of and commitment to the values expressed in the CoSRH code of good governance
· Confident and effective communication skills including listening skills
· A track record of being able to process details quickly and get to the heart of an issue including financial issues
· Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
· Understanding of the role of the Chair of Trustees, CoSRH President and CEO
· A track record of significant achievement at a senior level in the commercial private, public or not-for-profit sector
· Experience of board or committee membership in a charity, public sector or commercial organisation
Desirable Criteria:
· Experience of board or committee membership in a charity, public sector or commercial organisation
· Knowledge or experience of the charity sector
· Knowledge of the healthcare sector
To apply:
To apply please follow this link and upload your personal statement and CV outlining your suitability for the role. Treasurer (Trustee) job - Hybrid - College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare
The closing date for applications is midday 21 November 2025.
Interviews are likely to take place w/c 1st December 2025 with the role due to commence in January 2026.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (CoSRH) is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare.



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The Chapter constitutes the board of charity trustees of Worcester Cathedral (registered charity: 1207427). The Chapter comprises members who are lay and ordained, executive and non-executive as set out in the Cathedral’s Constitution. The non-executive members provide constructive challenge, input and support to the Cathedral’s strategic direction and operational implementation.
Commitment
Meetings: The Chapter currently meets formally 8 times per year (including two away days), usually for four hours on a weekday morning. Papers are received in advance and all members of the Chapter are expected to have read papers and be prepared to contribute as needed to discussion.
The Chapter does not normally meet in August. Expenses can be claimed for attendance at meetings or carrying out functions on behalf of the Chapter. Non-executive members of the Chapter will serve as lay canons of the Cathedral (or honorary canons if ordained), having the right to the title of ‘Canon’ and of being assigned a stall in the Cathedral’s 14th Quire. Non-executive members of the Chapter are required to adhere to the Chapter Member / Trustee Code of Conduct
Responsibilities of the Chapter:
A non-executive member of the Chapter shall take a full part in the discussions and decision-making of the Chapter as it fulfils its statutory responsibilities:
- to order the worship and promote the mission of the Cathedral;
- to formulate proposals in connection with the strategic direction and mission of the Cathedral;
- to manage all property vested in the Cathedral and the income accruing from it;
- to ensure that necessary repairs and maintenance of the Cathedral and its contents and other buildings and monuments are carried out;
- to attend to all matters concerning the appointment of staff to the Cathedral;
- to prepare an annual budget for the Cathedral;
- to prepare an annual report and accounts;
- to keep under review the Constitution and Statutes of the Cathedral;
- to ensure legal and regulatory compliance;
- to meet safeguarding requirements and ensure best practice;
- to exercise the power if necessary to provide for the incorporation of limited companies for the better management of the Cathedral.
Contributing to the Cathedral's Life, Worship and Mission:
A non-executive member of the Chapter shall contribute the skills and experience they bring to the Cathedral as opportunity allows, for example:
- by serving on such incorporated limited companies as the Chapter may establish, on sub-committees of the Chapter and on any working groups of the Chapter as may be created;
- by attending and contributing to worship at the Cathedral;
- by contributing to the ministry of hospitality offered at the Cathedral and to such other Cathedral activity as may be appropriate;
- by acting as an advocate for the Chapter of Worcester Cathedral within and beyond the Church of England, across the city, the Deanery and the Diocese of Worcester and the wider region;
- by serving as a Canon of the Cathedral, being seen and present as such, as may be appropriate;
- by providing critical friendship and constructive challenge to Chapter colleagues, the Chief Officers and the wider Senior Executive Team.
In general:
- to ensure their own compliance with the Chapter’s policies and procedures, and contribute to the review and development of policy and practice;
- to promote and uphold the Cathedral’s reputation and good standing at all times.
Person specification
Essential
- Communicant member of the Church of England (within the meaning given in Rule 83(2) of the Church Representation Rules), or a communicant member of a Church which is not in communion with the Church of England but subscribes to the doctrine of the Holy Trinity
- Committed to the Cathedral’s Christian vision, values, mission and ministry.
- Able to carry out legal duties as set out in the Charity Commission’s ‘CC3 - The Essential Trustee’ and make decisions in accordance with the guidance provided in ‘CC27 – Decision-making for charity trustees’.
- Willing to follow the Chapter’s Code of Conduct and to uphold all of the Chapter’s safeguarding responsibilities.
- Willing to complete appropriate safeguarding training and DBS checking.
- Demonstrable strategic leadership and governance skills; previous experience volunteering as a trustee is welcome but not essential.
- Willingness to attend to professional personal development including undertaking training.
- Able to commit a minimum of eight hours a month to attending Chapter meetings (or other business on behalf of the Chapter) including preparation for meetings.
Desirable
- A professional background or significant experience of working in one (or more) of the following areas:
- strategic human resources management
- property management / development
- strategic planning
ELIGIBILITY
The Chapter members must be eligible to be trustees under the Charities Act. The Chapter members may not act as a trustee if they are disqualified unless authorised to do so by a waiver from the Commission. The reasons for disqualification, issued by the Commission include:
- being bankrupt or having an individual voluntary arrangement (IVA);
- having an unspent conviction for certain offences;
- being on the Sex Offenders Register
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Are you a qualified human-focused medical professional with an interest in multi-species medicine? Are you innovative, with creative insight & a vision for progressive medical practice? If so, we would welcome your application to join our Board of Trustees.
Our ideal candidate:
• A qualified medical professional with expertise in human medicine and a strong interest in multi-species medicine and innovative healthcare practice.
• Understands trustee commitments and responsibilities.
• Can contribute to strategic discussions through effective communication and judgment.
• Is non-judgmental and respectful of diverse experiences, views, and cultures.
• Is committed to the aims and values of Humanimal Trust and can work collaboratively to enrich the vision and strategy of our growing organisation.
We welcome applications from individuals with a range of perspectives, experience, backgrounds and skills.
What’s in it for you?
• A unique opportunity to drive innovative change and have a positive impact on millions of human and animal lives.
• Development of career enhancing skills and experience, including governance and leadership skills.
• The opportunity to build interdisciplinary relationships with a team of passionate trustees, staff, and volunteers.
Summary of responsibilities
• Drive strategic planning, provide leadership and oversee delivery of results.
• Approve business plans and budgets, agree targets, and monitor performance.
• Ensure board members have required skills through appropriate recruitment, induction and development processes.
• Ensure effective audits and approve annual accounts.
• Support the CEO and ensure good management.
• Ensure productive relationships are maintained.
• Ensure a high standard of corporate governance and behaviour.
• Be clear about the most significant strategic risks ensure mitigation steps are in place.
• Empathy with the aims of the organisation, its values and behaviours.
Appointment term: A minimum term of three years, with the possibility of two consecutive terms, so six years in total.
Time commitment: Quarterly Board meetings, c.2h per meeting, plus preparation.
Preferred background, knowledge and experience: A qualified medical professional with expertise in human medicine and a strong interest in multi-species medicine.
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Join us as Treasurer and Trustee of Humanimal Trust
Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for good governance and a commitment to making a difference? Are you skilled at translating complex financial information into clear insights? If so, we would welcome your application to join our Board of Trustees as Treasurer. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our charity, helping to shape our strategic direction and support our mission to drive collaboration between human and animal medicine, for the benefit of both.
About the role:
The Treasurer works alongside fellow trustees and relevant staff to oversee Humanimal Trust’s financial strategy, planning and management. You will provide the Board with clear, comprehensive information to inform decisions, ensure financial systems and controls are sound, and advise on the financial implications of strategic and operational plans.
You’ll bring:
- Professional financial expertise (e.g. accounting and financial management expertise).
- A strong understanding of charity finance and governance, or a willingness to learn.
- The ability to analyse, explain and present financial information clearly to non-specialists.
- Strategic thinking and sound judgement.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Humanimal Trust.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the preparation of budgets, management accounts, financial statements and cashflow forecasts.
- Ensuring effective financial systems and controls are in place.
- Supporting compliance with relevant legislation and reporting requirements.
- Ensuring the Board understands and fulfils its financial responsibilities.
- Advising on financial risks and opportunities in relation to strategy and operations.
- Overseeing the preparation of the annual accounts and reports for submission to relevant authorities.
What’s in it for you?
- A unique opportunity to use your financial skills to make a lasting impact on healthcare for both humans and animals.
- Development of career enhancing skills and experience, including charity finance, governance and leadership.
- The opportunity to be part of a team of passionate trustees, staff, and volunteers.
Appointment term: A minimum term of three years, with the possibility of two consecutive terms (six years) in total.
Time commitment: Quarterly Board meetings, c.2h per meeting, plus preparation, with some additional input for finance-specific matters.
Preferred background, knowledge and experience: An experienced accounting professional, ideally with knowledge of charity finance
This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
If you would like to use your financial skills to help drive positive change in human and animal medicine, we would love to hear from you.
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Treasurer Role Description
Role Title
Treasurer - ARFID Awareness UK
Board/Committee
Board of Trustees & Remuneration Committee
Remuneration
Travel and subsistence will be paid for attendance at meetings in accordance with the ARFID Awareness UK expense policy where required. Board members are not remunerated for their Board/trustee work.
Responsible to
The Chair of the Board of the Trustees
Regular liaison with
· Board of Trustees
· Executive Director/s
· Motion Accountancy
Duration of appointment
Three-year term (with a possible extension of a further three years)
Overview
Established in 2019 and supporting a community of over 30,000 families ARFID Awareness UK is the only registered UK charity dedicated to raising awareness and further information about Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. As a not-for-profit, we work to provide individuals, parents, carers and medical professionals with up-to-date relevant information, research and support.
We are equally committed to supporting medical professionals across varying specialities, by equipping them with the information they need to ensure that their patients receive an early diagnosis and have access to appropriate care.
Our charitable aims are to:
1) Raising awareness about the condition within the medical and associated professions and the general public in such ways as the trustees shall determine;
2) Providing advice and information in such ways as the trustees shall determine to enable and empower parents and carers to advocate for the children in their care;
3) Facilitating research into the condition, the useful results of which will be published for the public benefit;
4) Potentially providing grants of financial assistance to enable economically disadvantaged families to obtain necessary treatment and medication unavailable via the NHS.
5) Advancing the education of the public in the subject of ARFID.
With regards to our structure, we are a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). As a CIO, our Charity Trustees are protected with limited liability, and whilst they are responsible for helping to manage the organisation, they do not hold dual roles of Company Director as they might with other charity structures.
Time Commitment
Trustees meet twice a year virtually. Meetings last approximately 2 hours.
The Remuneration and Finance, Risk and Investment Committee meet once a year virtually. Meetings last approximately 1 hour.
In addition, Trustees are expected to allow time for reading of papers and preparation for meetings, attending events training and induction. As a small charity there may also be the requirement for additional input up to 10 hours per annum as required specific to your professional background and expertise
Purpose of the role:
Trustee (general)
The overall aim of the trustee role is to provide strong leadership, direction and expertise to the governance of ARFID Awareness UK.
The Board of trustees (‘the Board’) is the body with the legal duty to protect the mission and vision of the FSRH and to ensure that it is run in accordance with legal requirements.
The role of the Board is to provide good governance and leadership by:
· Shaping ARFID Awareness UK’s organisational strategy
· Approving organisational statutory policy
· Ensuring the organisation’s financial stability and sustainability, and agreeing the annual operational budget
· Appointing the Executive Director/s (who is overseen by the Chair of the Board on behalf of the Board)
· Providing support and constructive challenge to the Executive Director/s and their staff team
· Setting and monitoring procedures for assessing and managing risk
· Taking advice from Board members and external specialist advisors
· Ensuring oversight of the financial position of the charity and providing updates to the Board where appropriate.
As a charity and CIO Board members are charity trustees only. They do not represent any group or organisation in this role and they must act in good faith and in the best interests of ARFID Awareness UK.
Treasurer
· Chair the Remuneration and Finance, Risk and Investment Committee (FR&IC):
· To review progress of financial elements of the operational plan and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees.
· To review the strategic plan in context of financial and budgetary impact.
· To review the annual budget and make recommendations to the trustees.
· To receive and review proposals for new expenditure outside of the annual budget
· Advise the Remuneration Committee on the affordability of any changes to pay and or benefits.
· To receive reports at each meeting on financial performance and report as required to the Trustees
· To develop an Investment Policy and strategy
· To review the draft annual accounts along with the audit report, ensuring they are in accordance with relevant accounting standards and Charity Commission guidance
Person Specification
Essential:
· A financial accountancy qualification or equivalent experience (eg ACA, CIMA)
· Experience of investment, strategic planning and budgetary planning
· Ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team whilst keeping in mind the responsibility of being an individual trustee
· Experience of guiding an organisation through growth and change
· Confident and effective communication skills including listening skills
· Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
Desirable:
· Knowledge or experience of the charity sector
· Knowledge of the healthcare sector and/or ARFID
· Experience of board or committee membership in a charity, public sector or commercial organisation.
To apply please email your CV and covering letter to XXXX by 17 November 2025. Interviews are likely to take place the first week of December.
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The Circle is a global feminist organisation supporting marginalised and vulnerable women and girls confronting gender-based violence and economic injustice across the world. To help achieve that we are looking for two new Trustees, including a Vice-Chair, to join our board. We are particularly looking for one individual with overseas programmes and grant-making experience and one with public campaigning experience.
About The Circle
The Circle is a global feminist organisation, founded by Annie Lennox and other leading women in 2018, supporting marginalised and vulnerable women and girls confronting gender-based violence and economic injustice across the world. What started as a small group of influential women, including activists, lawyers and creatives coming together, has grown into a global network of thousands.
The Circle brings together Global Feminist changemakers to use their resources, networks and creativity to cultivate long lasting change. Through the delivery of frontline services, fundraising, advocacy and convening and connecting, our global network supports each other on the journey towards a future where there is safety and equality for all women and girls.
We are on a mission to dismantle the economic barriers women and girls experience and end the pandemic of violence they face by funding & supporting frontline grassroots organisations in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. We advocate for long-term structural change and use our collective voices and those with lived experience to strive for progress. Global Feminism is our guiding light.
Since 2008, The Circle has supported over 1.5 million people directly on women’s rights and empowered more than 700,000 women and girls facing violence, discrimination and fear globally. The Circle has supported the creation of safe spaces and refuges, counselling, educational workplace training programmes, emergency assistance and much more.
Role Specification
- Ensure that The Circle is carrying out its vision and purpose. Understand its objectives, be able to explain them and ensure they are adhered to.
- Contribute actively to the Board in giving strategic direction to the charity, agreeing on overall strategy, policy, targets and evaluation performance.
- Ensure The Circle is complying with its governing document, legal obligations and statutory and accounting reporting requirements.
- Manage The Circle’s resources responsibly (including its finances, assets, reputation and value)
- Use any specific skills, knowledge, and experience to offer challenge and advice to help the Board reach sound decisions
- To safeguard the good name and values of The Circle
- The Vice Chair supports the Chair and the Board, deputizes in the Chair’s absence, and helps maintain good governance and strategic direction.
Person Specification
We are seeking two new Trustees (including a Vice-Chair) to join our Board with energy, commitment and specific skills and experience in the following areas (with the understanding that candidates may have more than one of the skills listed):
- Senior experience in international development/gender programming, including grant-making
- Public or digital campaigns for advocacy
- Additional skills such a corporate connections and networks will also be desirable.
- We recognise the importance of having a diverse and inclusive Board, and The Circle is committed to achieving greater diversity. We welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief, or disability. Trustees will be required to be UK-based, but we welcome applicants with connections and heritage to the countries we work in. A commitment to our values of anti-racism, oppression and decolonisation will be essential.
- Most importantly we are looking for Trustees who share and want to be actively involved in our passion for an equal and safe world for women and girls.
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Closing Date:
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and applications will be reviewed as they are received.
The Role:
We are currently seeking a Finance Trustee to join our Board as Treasurer. It’s a voluntary role that requires a committed individual with financial expertise to take a collaborative approach, supporting our Trustees, our Head of Finance and Governance, and our management team to oversee the financial affairs of our charity and ensure that they are legal, constitutional, and within accepted accounting practice.
Our Organisation:
Greener and Cleaner delivers locally but thinks, and influences, nationally. Our vision is greener, healthier, better connected communities across the UK. We seek to achieve this through normalising 360-degree sustainable living, bringing the community together to make changes that can deliver a big impact. We have a non-judgemental peer-to-peer approach, so that all elements of the community feel empowered to take action in how they live, work, and play and in how they use their voice to push for change.
Treasurer Role:
The primary role is to ensure alongside other Trustees that they accept ultimate responsibility for the affairs of G&C and ensure that it is solvent, well run, and delivering the charitable outcomes for which it has been set up. As well as fulfilling the duties of a Trustee, the Treasurer ensures that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls, and procedures are put in place and reports to the Board at regular intervals about the financial health of the organisation.
- Overseeing the presentation of budgets, internal management accounts, and annual financial statements, as produced by the finance team or others where appropriate, to the Board of Trustees
- Ensuring that proper accounting records are kept, and that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.
- Liaising with any paid staff about financial matters, as appropriate.
- Ensuring that robust and comprehensive financial policies are in place and being implemented, and supporting the development of policies covering financial reserves, and cost management.
- Overseeing financial controls and adherence to systems.
- Drawing any major financial concerns to the attention of the trustee and the management team.
- Ensuring that the charity has appropriate reserves in line with its reserves policy, and monitoring and advising on the financial viability of the charity.
- Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan, including overseeing the charity’s financial risk-management process.
- Ensuring that the charity has an appropriate investment policy and that investments and assets are maximised.
- Leading on the appointment of and liaison with external auditors.
- Overseeing the development and implementation of systems for appraising, mitigating, and reporting corporate risk.
- Ensuring that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by relevant statutory bodies – for example, the Charity Commission and/or the Registrar of Companies.
- Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities.
- Supporting other Trustees in understanding the charity’s financial position and decision making.
- Contributing to the fundraising strategy of the charity and its ethical fundraising policy.
- Making a formal presentation of the accounts at the Annual General Meeting and drawing attention to important points in a coherent and easily understandable way.
The Person We’re Looking For:
- A finance professional with a firm understanding of charity finance and some experience of fundraising and pension schemes.
- Knowledge of charity fundraising, bid writing, and/or other income generation and/or securing funding through creation or leveraging of partnerships and networks (at a national or local level).
- A strategic thinker with an ability to balance risk and opportunity and the skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences.
- Clear communicator with the ability to explain financial information to members of the Board and other stakeholders.
- Willing to play an active role in areas such as forecasting, setting budgets, and liaising with auditors.
In addition, the Treasurer will also have the responsibilities and qualities of all Trustees.
Responsibilities of All Trustees:
- Demonstrating a commitment to G&C’s objectives
- Contributing to setting the strategic goals and monitoring performance by active participation in Board discussions and decision-making
- Actively assisting the charity to build their connections and partnerships for the purposes of most effectively delivering their goals and fundraising
- Ensuring that G&C complies with its governing documents, the law, and all other relevant documentation
- Helping to identify risks and ensuring appropriate controls are in place
- Helping the Board to make sound decisions by making available their own personal knowledge and experience
- Assisting the Chair to appoint and appraise the performance of the Senior Leadership Team members
- Sharing relevant skills and expertise with the Senior Leadership Team members
- Making all reasonable efforts to attend Board meetings, away days, development meetings, publicity events, and other such public functions as requested by the Chair
- Ensuring the charity’s focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion remains at the heart of its strategy and delivery
Trustee Person Specification:
In addition to the Treasurer role specific above, our Trustees will ideally also demonstrate the following:
- A commitment to the objectives and activities of G&C
- A willingness to devote time and effort to G&C beyond attending board meetings
- Have strategic vision, an ability to think creatively, and an appropriate level of financial literacy
- Understanding of and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of their position
- Have good independent judgement
- Be willing to effectively act as part of a team
- Adhere to the Nolan Principles of public office: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership
- A willingness to allow the Employee/s to make reasonable decisions and to act within the limits prescribed by the Board
To Apply:
To see the full job advertisement with details on how to apply, and to learn more about the role and our organisation, please see the attached supporting documents.
Who we are
We deliver services across London and the surrounding regions, as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with. For 55 years, Hestia has stood alongside adults and children in crisis to help people who have experienced crisis and trauma find safety, hope, and purpose. Today, we support over 22,600 adults and children each year across London and the South East.
Are you an experienced technology leader passionate about using digital innovation to drive social impact?
Hestia is seeking a Non-Trustee Member to join our Data, Digital & IT Committee, providing strategic oversight and expert advice on technology, data governance, and cyber security.
About the Role
As a committee member, you will:
- Advise on digital strategy, IT risk management, and emerging technologies.
- Ensure robust data governance, cyber security, and compliance frameworks.
- Support ethical and effective adoption of digital tools, including AI.
- Translate technical risks and opportunities for non-technical trustees.
- Contribute to strategic decisions that enhance service delivery and sustainability.
What We’re Looking For
- Senior-level experience in digital and technology leadership, ideally at Board level.
- Expertise in IT strategy, cyber security, digital transformation, and ideally AI.
- Strong understanding of data protection, digital ethics, and regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and collaboratively.
Time Commitment
- Attend 4 committee meetings per year plus the AGM.
- Additional time for preparation and occasional project work.
- This is voluntary unpaid role.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape Hestia’s digital future and strengthen our governance. While this is a non-trustee role, there is potential for it to become a full Trustee position in December 2026.
We are champions of diversity and believe in the power of a wide range of backgrounds and ways of thinking to enrich our organisation and our outputs. We welcome applications from people with the widest possible range of backgrounds.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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WMDAS is a charity, part funded by the Welsh Government and is accredited by Driving Mobility. Referrals are accepted from individuals, DVLA, Motability and numerous other organisations. Our purpose is to offer disabled drivers and passengers of all ages specialist advice and assessments to find solutions for their outdoor mobility.
We are looking for people who may be considering taking their first step in a trustee role or may have been involved with trusteeship previously. Our trustees bring their skills, energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role and play a vital role in making sure that the Wales Mobility & Driving Assessment Service (WMDAS) achieves its core purpose.
They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure WMDAS has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Board members act as a group and have a collective responsibility to support and challenge the management team to enable WMDAS to grow and thrive and through this achieve our mission.
Trustee Duties are to:
· Support and provide advice on the WMDAS purpose, vision, goals and activities
· Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation
· Oversee the WMDAS 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 the WMDAS financial statements.
· Keep abreast of changes in the WMDAS operating environment.
· Contribute to regular reviews of the WMDAS own governance. Attend Board meetings adequately prepared to contribute to discussions
· Contribute to the broader promotion of the WMDAS objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.
Trustees are: Willing and able to understand and accept responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation. Effective communicators who participate effectively in discussion. Enthusiastic for our vision and mission
Time Commitment: There are 3 or 4 board meetings annually plus an Annual General Meeting. Currently meetings are held remotely via Zoom or in person at our mobility centre in Cardiff if possible, additionally trustees are available via email as required.
This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
WMDAS exists to provide impartial and professional advice to help elderly & disabled people to remain independently mobile outdoors.



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Do you value supporting adults of all abilities with opportunities to grow in confidence, skills, and connection?
Millennium Farm Trust use the care farm environment to nurture both people and land.
If you have the ability to engage, inspire and lead in strategic decision-making – we could use your expertise as the new Chair of their Board of Trustees!
Who are the Millennium Farm Trust?
Millennium Farm Trust is the charity behind Depden Care Farm. It is a well-established, mission-led charity providing learning, training, and wellbeing opportunities through farming. For over a decade, we’ve supported people of all abilities to grow in confidence, skills, and connection — using the care farm environment to nurture both people and land. Based at Depden Care Farm in rural Suffolk, our programmes combine purposeful agricultural and horticultural work with personalised support.
At the heart of what we do
MFT’s vision: Everyone, whatever their ability, has access to meaningful work that builds self-esteem, self-confidence and self-care and has a place where their contribution to their community is valued and respected.
Our values: that by growing together we will foster a community at Depden Care Farm that promotes transformation, accountability, and integrity. A community which is built on: Respect, Wellbeing, Teamwork, Learning & Compassion.
So what does the role of Chair at Millennium Farm Trust look like?
This really is an exciting time to lead our charity’s Board and use your governance skills to make an impact on our organisation!
As the Chair of Trustees at MFT, you’ll lead our board in providing strategic direction and governance for our organisation, along with ensuring effective performance management. As well as chairing or board and relevant subcommittee meetings, you’ll act as an external ambassador and public face of our charity alongside the director.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Everyone in our organisation shares responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of care, professionalism, and accountability. We are equally committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and celebrate difference, recognising that varied perspectives and experiences strengthen our community and enrich the lives of those we support.
Who we’re looking for
Having strategic management experience, ideally in the voluntary or social care sector, along with a strong understanding of governance will be most beneficial as our new Chair. We need someone who encourages our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and representing the interests of the community served. You’ll also have the capacity to manage change and support the organisation through a period of transition, as well as the ability to inspire, engage, and draw out the skills of our board members.
Please read the candidate information pack for further information before you apply. Don’t think you quite meet all of the specifications? Please don’t count yourself out – we’d still love to hear from you and learn more about you and your interest in joining the Millenium Farm Trust!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.
Eastside People is supporting Millennium Farm Trust in the recruitment of this role. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter, both in Word doc format.
Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:
- Why are you interested in the Chair role at Millennium Farm Trust?
- Having read the information pack, what relevant experience and skills do you feel you would bring to this role? This might come from paid work, study, community or voluntary work or other experience.
The closing date for applications is Mon 15th December. Shortlisting interviews with our recruitment partner Eastside People will take place shortly after, and shortlisted candidates will an interview with MFT during the week beginning first two weeks of January 2026.
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Number Champions supports London primary school children who struggle with numeracy. Independent evaluation shows our highly positive impact. We seek two capable and committed trustees to help drive our strategy and oversee delivery.One new trustee may become Vice Chair.
What will you be doing?
Numeracy, like literacy, is a core life skill. However, many children do not learn well in a classroom setting. Number Champions was the first and is still the only UK charity focused on supporting primary school children who struggle with numeracy. By helping children improve their confidence, enjoyment, and skills in maths, we support their wider development and help them achieve their potential.
Our trained volunteers run weekly one-to-one sessions with each child, during the school day but outside the classroom. They use games and other creative activities to engage the child and to enable them to build confidence and skills. Experienced teachers volunteering with us as “Mentors” provide support.
The trustee board meets about seven times a year. It sets strategic direction, reviews all aspects of the charity in rotation, and takes corrective action where it identifies that we are not achieving our planned objectives. All trustees are expected to study the papers for each meeting and to contribute to all discussions. We currently have eight trustees with two reaching the end of their terms, so we will be eight again after the recruitment process.
You would use your experience, skills, and current awareness to identify risks and opportunities to bring to the board’s attention, and you would influence the other trustees to follow your ideas through to implementation.
Board meetings alternate between in-person in London and online.
We encourage trustees to meet our volunteers and staff, and to ensure that their experience and voice is taken into account in directing the charity.
What are we looking for?
You will:
- bring relevant senior experience from any sector, including education, business, professional, or charity.
- have skills which would enhance the capability of the board. The attached role descriptions list skills, but we are open to other skills you can offer which you can persuade us would be important to the charity.
- function effectively as part of a team, thinking creatively and strategically, listening, stating your position clearly and succinctly, and accepting group decisions.
- be open, deliver on commitments and show attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture, and understand your own strengths and weaknesses.
- be enthusiastic about our mission to help children achieve their potential.
- devote time to reading papers and attending board meetings and to progressing issues as needed between meetings – probably about ten to twelve hours a month.
- ideally have experience in fundraising or volunteer management, but this is certainly not a requirement for the roles.
We serve the diverse population of London children. This diversity is reflected in our volunteers but not in our current board. We welcome applicants from all ethnicities, orientations, and backgrounds, including those with disabilities.
You do not need experience as a trustee.
We support primary school children in numeracy to help them achieve their educational and life potential.
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Use your leadership skills to help the Third Sector thrive
Third Sector Leaders (TSL) Kirklees exists to strengthen, connect, and champion the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector across the Kirklees district.
What will you be doing?
- Work closely with TSL’s Chief Executive to ensure an effective link between policy, strategy and delivery.
- Effectively lead the Board of Trustees.
- Ensure that the TSL Board follow governance best practice and meet their legal obligations.
- Effectively address any conflicts which may arise between Trustees, ensuring that the Board function as a collective body.
- Chair the TSL Board meetings, ensuring these are effectively managed and accurately recorded.
- Act as a positive ambassador and leader for the Charity with partners, TSL Trustees and the TSL staff team.
What are we looking for?
Experience and Skills:
- Senior leadership experience in the private, public, or voluntary sectors
- Understanding of boards, governance, and organisational accountability
- Experience in leading organisational change, restructuring, or turnaround situations
- Strong strategic insight, sound judgment, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively, providing guidance and challenge with diplomacy
- Appreciation of the voluntary sector, even if not directly from that sector
Personal Qualities:
- Integrity, credibility, and a strong sense of civic and ethical responsibility
- Confidence and resilience to guide the Board through sensitive or complex situations
- Commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and community impact
- Ability to inspire, mentor, and build consensus among trustees and staff
We’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for everyone we work with. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities.
What difference will you make?
As Chair, your presence will bring steadiness and encouragement to a Board that cares deeply about its role, and you will be a supportive partner to our Chief Executive as she leads the next stage of development.
By helping TSL stay collaborative, positive, and focused on what matters, you will play a part in enabling hundreds of organisations to do what they do best - helping people across Kirklees to feel more connected and hopeful about the future.
This is a role where your guidance will truly ripple outwards, strengthening the fabric of local communities through the organisations that support them every day.
Time commitment
Meetings are typically held in person at Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield.
TSL Board meetings currently take place during office hours, but this can be reviewed as necessary.
The estimated time commitment is approximately one day per month. Responsibilities include attending and preparing for five Board meetings annually and a monthly meeting with the Chief Executive.