This sort of opportunity doesn’t come around very often.  Serving in a key leadership role at national Church level is a role worth taking a close look at.  Reporting to the Chair, you will work alongside the Board of Trustees as well as other key parts of the Free Church of Scotland at a national level - yet you will also support the work of our local churches across Scotland and beyond, and our international mission.

In leading the Central Office, you will shape and implement the Board’s ambitious strategy and priorities, in support of bringing good news to communities.  You will help people join things together, take initiative and pursue the direction of travel.  You will inspire people with your commitment and energy for the ambitions of the Church as well as your professionalism as a leader and manager.  You will understand what good governance is all about in leading an organisation, ensuring effective people management, financial management and risk management.

If you enjoy complexity, are in tune with our values and ethos, and are seeking a role that offers breadth and scope, the opportunity to influence within and beyond the Church, and, ultimately, help bring good news to people, we welcome your interest.  Please read our ‘Information for Applicants’.

Closing date: Wednesday 26 August 2020 at 12 noon

Assessment: Wednesday 16 September 2020

This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a committed, active Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Save the Children UK is looking for a Chair of Board. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Leadership Team to account for the charity's mission and vision, providing inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees and ensuring that each Trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity.
The Chair will also be expected to act as an ambassador and the public face of the charity alongside the Chief Executive, whilst ensuring the Board operates well as a team and working closely with the entire Executive Leadership Team to achieve agreed objectives.
The Chair should be engaged with, excited by and have a demonstrable record of care for Save the Children UK's vision, mission and values. The ability to communicate a compelling sense of purpose to others is essential as is experience and understanding of corporate governance issues. The Chair will also have experience of chairing a large, complex and multijurisdictional organisation, with a willingness to learn about the inter-dependencies of Save the Children UK's work alongside Save the Children International and the rest of the Save the Children movement.
Save the Children UK recognises the value of diversity in all its forms at all levels of the organisation, including at Board level. We celebrate its role in the creation of an inclusive workplace culture and thrive on the range of experience and insight diversity brings to our organisation. We want to increase the diversity of our leadership and particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, LGBT+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as these are underrepresented at Save the Children UK.
Save the Children UK is advertising this post on a number of national jobs websites. We will assess candidates against the requirements of the role.
Candidates should submit a CV (including details of key achievements and responsibilities) along with a covering letter which addresses the competencies outlined in the role description and person specification.
Applications should be completed on Save the Children UK's website. The closing date for applications is 11:59pm (GMT) on Sunday 6th September
The shortlist of candidates will be determined in the following weeks and we will invite those shortlisted candidates for an interview with our appointment panel.
The Chair will serve an initial two-year term and be eligible for re-appointment for a further two terms (three years each). In addition to chairing the four quarterly Board meetings and one annual board call, the Chair will be asked to sit on or join at least two Board subcommittees, all of which meet quarterly.
The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed in line with Save the Children UK's expenses policy.
At Save the Children UK we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children
are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
If you share our belief in the power of children, join the fight. It takes relentless determination, creativity and a real commitment to real change. Because every child should be able to make their mark on their world and help to build a better future. We look forward to hearing from you.
Closing date: 11:59pm (GMT), Sunday 6th September
 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, LGBT+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as these are underrepresented at Save the Children UK.

Trustees (Digital and Finance)

London WC1 (and via remote working)

Three year appointment in the first instance, with a possible extension of two years.

Four meetings per year – average 6 hours per month total

As a member of the RCPCH’s Board of Trustees, you will play a central role in helping the College in its mission to improve child health and ensure that our paediatricians have the skills they need to deliver excellent care. 

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health sets and maintains standards for the education and training of all doctors working in paediatrics and child health in the UK.  We advocate on child health issues at home and across the world, working in more than 20 countries.  Additionally, through a variety of activities, the College influences the quality of medical practice for children in hospital and in the community. More information can be found at our website.

The College has more than 19,000 members and fellows and employs around 170 staff across the UK who work closely with governments, regulators and many charity partners to support children and young people.  We work with contracted people across other countries including College members on short-term assignments

The Board of Trustees has four committees which report directly to it – the Appointments Panel, The Audit, Finance and Risk Committee, The Council and the Executive Committee. The Board of 12 Trustees offers guidance and governance oversight on a range of issues and risks that helps shape the College’s UK and worldwide work, and the delivery of its strategic goals.

As the pandemic affects the delivery of care to children and young people, the College has responded well to these challenges. As we now look to develop our next three years strategy (2021 – 24) we recognise that having trustees with established expertise in Digital and in Finance will be crucial to the next phase of its development.

The Board holds four meetings per year, one of which is also an extended half-day away-day. You would also be expected to demonstrate your expertise by serving on other College committees and bodies as required. Additionally, in order to observe and better understand the College’s work, you would be encouraged to visit the College (or conduct virtual visits) for a minimum of two days per year to conduct discussions with colleagues to enhance your knowledge. (The total time commitment set out above reflects these additional expectations.)

With senior level experience gained in either Digital Transformation or Finance, you should have demonstrable strategic vision and the ability to think creatively, have strong independent judgment and be capable of working effectively as part of a team. For the Digital Transformation role, the College is especially keen to hear from candidates with experience in leading organisations through major periods of change as a result of implementing digital technologies and new ways of working. For the Finance role, candidates may have worked in a senior role in a Finance function, or in a related area such as audit, fundraising, or investments.

A background in child healthcare is not essential for either role, as the College is looking to broaden its areas of expertise, but an understanding of and commitment to children’s health and well-being, and to the College’s principles and objectives, are crucial.   

The Trustee role is non-remunerated but expenses will be paid in accordance with RCPCH policy.

If you have any questions about the opportunity, please visit the Voluteering section of our site to see the contact details, and email us outlining your enquiry and provide your contact details. 

To apply, please submit a personal statement outlining your suitability and qualifications for the role along with your CV, and an Equal Opportunities form (also available on our site) via the application link.

Interviews to be held remotely in w/c 14th September.

We’re Mind. We’re the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. We’re here to make sure that everyone with a mental health problem has somewhere to turn for advice and support. With the impact of coronavirus and a growing mental health emergency, this is has never been more critical.

We’re looking for up to three trustees to join our Board from December 2020. Trustees are our most senior leaders. They set our strategic direction, make sure we’re using our resources effectively and ensure we’re having the greatest possible impact on society.

We’re looking for dedicated, empathetic and ambitious candidates to help make our mission a reality, and lead us closer towards our ultimate ambition: a society where everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets both support and respect.

As a trustee you will:

• think strategically and creatively
• lead the organisation towards fully achieving its commitment to a society where everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.
• scrutinise the impact we’re having
• communicate clearly and sensitively in large group discussions
• use independent judgement to make decisions on behalf of the organisation
• be committed to our mission, vision and values.
• Be a Mind member.

Diversity is critical for a board to be effective; enabling varied discussions, active debate and decision making, so that together we can have the greatest impact. We encourage applications from people with lived experience of mental health problems and from all ethnic, socio-economic,religious and professional and personal backgrounds. Whether you’re an experienced trustee or taking your first steps into governance, if you have the commitment, values and skills, we want to hear from you.

This year, we particularly encourage applications from those:

• from BAME groups
• from Wales or have a strong knowledge and understanding of the devolved environment in Wales
• who have experienced or are experiencing social exclusion due to socio-economic disadvantage

As a trustee, you will have:

• Induction, training and your expenses reimbursed
• Opportunities to develop new skills
• An annual appraisal to help support your development

Time Commitment

The Board of Trustees normally meets six times per year. This includes: four half day meetings and two residential meetings. In addition, trustees are normally required to be on one of Mind’s committees which meet four times per year.

Process:

Applications will be open from 20 July to 10am 17 August. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be put forward for a membership ballot in the autumn. Those who are unsuccessful at ballot will also be considered for co-option to Board (this is where trustees are selected by the Board itself, on the basis of skills and diversity we need at Board ). Further details, including a full role description and application form will be available on our vacancies page.

To apply, please download and complete the application form

The Pioneer Group own and manage 2,467 social and market rent homes in north and east Birmingham, and our head office is in Castle Vale.  We are proud of our community-led approach, working with and for local people. 

One of our fundamental principles is our belief that we should be more than just a provider of good quality homes.  This is why we invest in a range of charitable activities through our charitable subsidiary Compass Support, including youth and family support; employment support; health and wellbeing activities; support for the elderly; a children’s day nursery; and a sports and leisure facility, Castle Vale Stadium.

We are looking to recruit a number of new members for the boards of either:

·         The Pioneer Group (housing association and group parent)

·         Compass Support (our charitable subsidiary company)

The Pioneer Group:

We would particularly welcome candidates with experience in either:

·         Asset management/Development/Health and safety

·         Strategic financial management/Audit/Risk

·         Community led organisations

Compass Support

We would particularly welcome candidates with experience in either:

·         Community engagement

·         Safeguarding

·         Business growth

All Board members must be able to demonstrate our values and support our mission.

The Boards seek to be diverse and representative of the communities they serve.  The Group has a learning and development programme in place to support all Board Members to develop their skills and support good governance practice across the Group. 

The closing date for applications is Monday 24th August 2020 at midday

About the role

A St Christopher’s trustee is engaged with the vision of the hospice; an organisation committed to the care and support of dying people when and wherever they need it. Our Trustee Team works closely with our Executive Team and senior staff across the hospice to ensure that we continue to provide outstanding care; maintain our international reputation for education and research; and remain appropriately resourced to serve our community in the future. Our Trustee Team provides strategic leadership and expertise from a range of backgrounds and industries that gives St Christopher’s the direction and insight to continue as a world leader in palliative care.

We are looking to recruit new members to join our Board of Trustees to fill vacancies created by retiring Board members.

About you

We are looking for individuals with experience as either a Charity Trustee, Non-Executive Director or similar. You will have the ability to be an effective ambassador and influencer for the hospice and be committed to the aims and objectives of the hospice, maintaining a genuine interest in our work. You will be a strategic and creative thinker and be able to work effectively as part of a team.

We are largely looking for individuals with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Experience at board level and chairing committees
• Experience of working at a senior level in a HR workforce and change management
• Safeguarding & whistleblowing expertise
• Financial & commercial expertise

We particularly welcome applicants from our under represented areas which includes applicants from BAME groups, in addition to diverse age groups.

If this sounds like you then we will be excited to hear from you.

Further information

The role of a Trustee of St Christopher’s is voluntary and Trustees will not receive remuneration for their services on the Board. Out of pocket expenses incurred by the Trustees in the course of carrying out the role will be reimbursed in accordance with the organisation’s expenses policy.

Please have a look at our website for further information on all aspects of St Christopher’s and to apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.

Closing date: Sunday 16th August 2020 at Midnight

Chair of Trustees

Unremunerated - Hampshire

We are working in partnership with the leading UK disability charity, Enham Trust who have been supporting disabled people for 100 years. The work they do across the housing, care and employment sectors, enables over 6000 disabled people a year to live, work and enjoy life.

Following the retirement of the current Chair at the end of his 9 year term, the charity is now looking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees to provide leadership and direction to the Board, enabling trustees to fulfil their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the Trust.

Enham is entering an exciting new chapter of its work with the launch of its new strategy, which you will help to shape and mould over the coming years.  You will be joining the board at the start of this journey and will be part of the charity’s 100th anniversary celebrations next year.

The values that underpin the organisation are:

• to work together to do amazing things
• to dare to be different
• to wow people everyday

As Chair of Trustees for Enham Trust you will work in partnership with their leaders to define and steer the governance and strategy of the charity and be able to provide support and challenge in equal measure. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Significant leadership experience, prererably of both executive and non-executive teams in complex organisations with a focus on robust governance
• Experience of being a brand ambassador, with the drive and insight to both protect and promote the Trust’s brand
• A commercial approach with experience of developing strategy in a dynamic environment with a strong focus on impact
• Ability and drive to support and enhance the fundraising efforts of the Trust.

Face to face board meetings are held on a Monday evening ten times year in North West Hampshire. 

This unremunerated role is open to all who meet the essential criteria.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity, please send your CV and Supporting Statement to Jenny Warner, Managing Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment or for more information, please call.

Reference: JO2772

Closing date for applications: 17 September 2020

Interview date: End of September / early October

The REC drives standards and empowers recruitment businesses to build better futures for their candidates and themselves. They are champions of an industry which is fundamental to the strength of the UK economy. The REC provides legal advice, business support and training to help recruiters, and they celebrate the individuals involved in this industry, which contributes £39 billion annually to the UK economy.

At the December 2019 Council meeting of the REC and via a vote, it was agreed that the current Council no longer fits with the new direction the organisation was undertaking. It was agreed to move from a council structure of over 30 individuals, all elected from the REC membership, to a more skill-specific Board of 11, supported by specialist Governance Committees.

Harris Hill is delighted to be working with the REC to appoint four non-executive directors to its Board to provide independence, impartiality and wide experience. We are looking for candidates from outside the recruitment industry to join its newly created Board. In appointing independent members, it is seeking to broaden the base of advice for the Board and the Executive team and bring wider scrutiny to decision making.

REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) - Non-Executive Directors

Location: Meetings are usually held in the REC offices in London.

Remuneration: Travel and subsistence expenses are refundable within limits set by the REC. Expenses are subject to periodic review.

Time Commitment: The REC Board will meet six times per year, usually for half a day, with additional time required for reading meeting papers and other business.

Term of Office: The initial appointment is three years. Individuals may be reappointed to the REC Board for a further term up to a maximum of six years, subject to satisfactory performance and the needs of the REC.

We are searching for individuals with skills that are of particular interest to the REC at this time, which are within the following areas:

• Technology/Data - Experience of leading technology change and of setting a data strategy in a not-for-profit environment.
• Digital Services Transformation - Experience or transforming services primarily delivered via people and paper to digitally enabled services, preferably in a not-for-profit environment.
• Financial Planning and Risk - Experience of evaluating financial risk and supporting an organisation to develop mitigating strategies, preferably in a not-for-profit environment.
• Policy Development - Experience of leading policy development and/or economic analysis, preferably in a relevant policy area.

We welcome applications from those with experience in these areas, but also those with other backgrounds who believe that they could make a contribution to strategy and oversight of the REC.

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on 24 August 2020

First stage interviews: 14,15,16 and 22 September 2020

Appointment Start Date: 8 October 2020

If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this role, with details on how to apply, please contact Faye Marshall at Harris Hill
 

You probably will have heard of YMCA, the largest and oldest youth charity in the world, but you may not have heard about us. YMCA DownsLink Group is a grouping of local YMCAs who provide support to young people across Sussex and Surrey. Our work covers a wide range of areas including accommodation, general advice, sexual exploitation, mental health, housing advice, childcare, counselling, mentoring and apprenticeships.

We are committed to transforming local communities across Sussex and Surrey so that all young people and families can belong, contribute and thrive. Each year we offer more than a 1,000 young people, at risk of homelessness somewhere safe to live where they can develop the skills and confidence to go on to independent living. Annually, we provide over 6,000 children and families counselling and emotional wellbeing support. last year we provided youth work support to over 3,000 young people across the communities we work in.

We are seeking to recruit at least two new Trustees to join our Board and bring wise governance and strategic guidance to our work. In particular, we are looking for people who have a leadership background in the following domains: safeguarding, health, fundraising, IT / Digital and Legal.

 Drawing on its long Christian heritage, our charity seeks to welcome, support and inspire everybody it works with - young people, staff and volunteers of any faith and none. Our board sustains YMCA DLG's Christian foundation and all applicants for the role of trustee are required to demonstrate an active Christian faith as part of the selection process.

For further information, including details of how to apply, please see our website  for a Trustee Application Pack. The closing date for applications is Friday 4th. September 2020.

As part of our Safer Recruitment guidelines, we only accept applications completed on our application form. Due to Covid-19, we are not accepting paper copies of forms and are currently only accepting application forms submitted by email.

YMCA DownsLink Group welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion, which we demonstrate through our activities, as well as in our policies and working practices. Reinforced by our culture and values, we seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Dis

Board Members

Salary: Voluntary with reasonable expenses

Birmingham

Our client owns and manages 2,467 social and market rent homes in north and east Birmingham, and their head office is in Castle Vale.  They are proud of their community-led approach, working with and for local people. 

One of their fundamental principles is their belief that they should be more than just a provider of good quality homes.  This is why they invest in a range of charitable activities through their charitable subsidiary, including youth and family support; employment support; health and wellbeing activities; support for the elderly; a children’s day nursery; and a sports and leisure facility.

They are looking to recruit a number of new members for the boards of either Group.

We would welcome candidates with experience in either:

·         Asset management/Development/Health and safety

·         Strategic financial management/Audit/Risk

·         Community led organisations

We would also welcome candidates with experience in either:

·         Community engagement

·         Safeguarding

·         Business growth

All Board members must be able to demonstrate their values and support their mission.

The Boards seek to be diverse and representative of the communities they serve.  The Group has a learning and development programme in place to support all Board Members to develop their skills and support good governance practice across the Group. 

Full details about these roles are available in the recruitment pack.

The closing date for applications is Monday 24th August 2020 at midday

• Time Commitment: Four meetings a year lasting two hours, reading papers in advance of these meetings and being available irregularly to offer advice.
   
• Voluntary Governance Position, with expenses paid

The Youth Endowment Fund is a bold new attempt to put early intervention at the heart of efforts to tackle youth offending.

Over the last few years, evidence has suggested that growing numbers of children and young people have been affected by violent crime. More children have been found carrying knives and a growing number have been recorded as victims. We believe that each individual statistic is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them.

The Youth Endowment Fund is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. We were founded by youth charity Impetus and its partners the Early Intervention Foundation and the Social Investment Business. We exist to prevent children and young people from getting caught up in violent crime. Many organisations have this calling. Our unique role is to identify what works best and to spread the good news.

We do this by funding, evaluating and then spreading the very best work on reducing youth violence across England and Wales. Overseeing all of our work is the Committee. This Committee directs our work. It is not advisory. The Committee meets quarterly. It reviews our performance and financial management. It has final sign off on grant making decisions. The Chair line manages our Executive Director. It operates as the effective Board of the Youth Endowment Fund. We are looking for a new member of the Committee.

It is important that all the Committee's decisions are grounded in a deep knowledge of the issues, evidence and experiences of young people. A critical part of this knowledge is lived experience. We are looking to appoint a new member to the Committee who has both lived experience and expertise in the issues surrounding youth violence. We would welcome applications from all backgrounds; we want to build a Committee with a diverse set of experiences.

We are looking for you if:

• ESSENTIAL: You have lived experience of the issues surrounding youth violence either as a young person or as someone working with young people effected by youth violence.
• Our work motivates you. You want to commit time to reducing the level of youth violence. You are excited by the idea of using research and rigorous evidence to improve the lives of young people.
• You have experience of being on or presenting to senior leadership teams, boards or committees.
• You are comfortable and would enjoy being part of decisions about the future of the organisation, the risks it faces and the finances.
• You enjoy taking on brand new information and using it to make wise and informed judgements.
• You build positive relationships with people from all backgrounds including senior stakeholders and young people. You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• You like working as part of a team. You enjoy providing advice and guidance.
• You are comfortable with committing to being a member of the Committee for an initial period of three years which involves meetings roughly once a quarter for two hours and engaging with emails outside of this on a roughly fortnightly basis.

If you are interested

To apply  by 16 August 2020.

If you would like to confidentially discuss the position please contact Jon Yates, YEF Executive Director 

Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. The people we are looking for do not discriminate and we believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed.

Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.

Imperial Health Charity is a leading NHS charity who focus on changing lives by improving public health. Through the provision of grants, arts, volunteering and fundraising they support the five Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust hospitals to go further for both patients and staff. Imperial Health Charity back new and innovative approaches to improving people's health, sharing what they learn.

Through their unique relationship with the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Imperial Health Charity facilitate advances in health research and patient experience that are both national and international in their impact.

Trustees

Imperial Health Charity

Unremunerated

London

The Covid - 19 pandemic has greatly amplified the need for the work of Imperial Health Charity who now seek two new Trustees to support and provide governance of quality and rigour as the organisation continues to increase the impact it has on improving public health.

The new Trustees will be motivated to improve the welfare and health of others whilst bringing an ability to see the bigger picture along with a willingness to make a strategic contribution to a high performing board.

Imperial Health Charity seek two Trustees of differing backgrounds. One Trustee will bring a background in Strategic Finance Experience, including a chartered accountancy qualification and understanding of charities' SORP. The other successful Trustee will bring Strategic Commercial/Development Experience with a track record of developing holistic strategies for diversifying and increasing income streams.

Imperial Health Charity is committed to achieving greater diversity in its board and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability.

To learn more about this unique opportunity, and to find out how to apply, please read the full appointment brief, on the Prospectus website, which can be reached by clicking on the “Apply on Website” Button.

Closing Date: Sunday 20 September

Preliminary interviews with Prospectus: w/c 28 September

Final Panel Interviews: w/c 19 October

Ethical Property is looking for inspiring and engaging people to join the board of one of the pioneers of social enterprise.

You need to be an innovative and creative individual with a proven strategic profile in the commercial or voluntary sectors who can help us set the direction of the company. We are especially interested in hearing from those with a background in social impact investment raising, commercial non-residential property management or accounting although we are keen to hear from anyone who feels they have the passion and determination to help drive the company forward.

We have become the largest provider of workspace for changemakers in the UK, with 21 Centres across England, Scotland and Wales last year alone we supported over 1000 impactful organisations. Formed in 1998, we are still true to the values we had at the start and we’re backed by 1,350 plus shareholders, many of whom are progressive impact investors.

The Board plays a vital role in the work we do, providing governance and guidance to the senior management team. We’re looking for directors who can complement the existing Board and bring new excitement and energy to how a large property portfolio can achieve maximum social impact.

Time commitment:  6 Board meetings throughout the year, which are held at our centers across the UK as well as a further six days on sub-committees and our Annual General Meeting.

Fees: Paid plus expenses

To discuss this opportunity in more detail and to request an information pack please email Juliana Otalora, our HR Manager

The closing date for applications: Wednesday 16th September

Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust (DSAT)

Non-executive director/ Trustee role

Could you be an Academy Ambassador in Wiltshire?  The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust (DSAT) seeks two non-executives/directors to join its board.

The Academy Ambassadors programme brings the expertise of the business world onto boards at multi-academy trusts (MATs) throughout the country to raise standards of education and improve the life chances of young people, which is critical to our social and economic success.

The opportunity

The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust (DSAT) seeks up to three non-executive directors to join their board. The trust is currently made up of 18 Church of England primary academies, spread from north Wiltshire to the Dorset coast, with confirmed plans to expand. DSAT currently has 3,313 pupils 21% of these pupils receiving free school meals and 20% with special educational needs. The trust has 800 staff and a budget of £18 million. Board meetings are held virtually (9:30am) for the foreseeable future but will be held at The Diocesan Education Centre, The Avenue Wilton Wiltshire, SP2 0FG, when safe to do so. Applicants of all faiths and of none are welcomed.  

The board seeks two business leaders with expertise in

· Strategic Human Resources at Director level or

· Business Development or

· Education Leadership or

· Non-executive/ Trustee

As a key member of the board you will support the trust in achieving the following over the next 12 – 24 months:

• Supporting the effective delivery of the Trust Improvement Model
• Oversee the sustainable growth of the trust
• To empower leaders and staff at every level and support towards career progression

What’s involved?

Board governance in education is a strategic, ‘eyes on, hands off’ commitment which typically involves attending c. six board meetings per year/6-8 hours’ time per month.

You will be responsible for:

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
• Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the effective and efficient performance management of staff; and
• Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent

As an Academy Ambassador, you will join our ambassador network which provides resources, guidance, networking events and webinars to support you in your role. All roles are pro bono.

What next?

Please register your interest now to be considered for the role.  

A full trust specification is available on the Academy Ambassadors website 

Please be aware the closing date may change if we have received sufficient applications.