33 Chair of trustees volunteer roles

The Diocese of Chester is seeking to recruit a volunteer Chair of the DBF.

The successful candidate will be a committed Christian with a working knowledge of the structures of the Church of England. They work with the Diocesan Bishop, the senior staff team and the Diocesan Secretary to ensure that the DBF’s functions are carried out effectively and efficiently.

They will work in conjunction with the Diocesan Bishop and the Chairs of the Houses of Clergy and Laity of the Diocesan Synod, co-chair meetings of Diocesan Synod, and the Central Services Committee and its sub-committees.

Agreed out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.

Informal conversations are welcome with the Bishop of Chester: please see contact details in the attached documents

The role description and application form can be downloaded from the Diocesan website - please see website address in the attached documents.

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs E A Geddes, Diocesan Director of Human Resources, by email - please see email address in the attached documents

Closing date: Sunday 29th November 2026

Interviews: Monday 7th December 2026

The Diocese of Chester is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Applications from all under-represented groups are particularly welcomed.