West Horsley Place Trust is a thriving arts charity with many successes and enormous potential to grow. We are the custodians of a 400 acre estate in Surrey and have a mission to transform this once private residence into a place that improves people’s wellbeing throuh culture, heritage and nature.
We are looking for a Finance Committee Chair and additional trustees representing the following areas of expertise: Legal / Heritage Buildings / Environment and Sustainability / Building and Conservation.
ABOUT THE ROLE
To succeed in this role, you need to be enthusiastic, open, collaborative and professional with a willingness to share your expertise and a keen understanding of the challenges faced by small charities.
You will support and demonstrate our core values, by being:
- Inclusive, collaborative and open to all, seeking to embrace wide audiences
- Community-focused – both of place and in practice
- Warm and welcoming
- Innovative and encouraging
- Embracing of partnerships
- Open and honest
Commitment
Trustees are appointed for an initial term of three years, with the possibility of renewing this appointment for a further two terms to a maximum of nine years in total.
Time commitment includes:
- Six board meetings per year (some online/hybrid)
- Review of board papers ahead of meetings
- Attendance at subcommittees or advisory groups
- Annual away day
- Occasional ad hoc support between meetings
The Finance Committee Chair will also attend and chair six Finance Committee meetings per year (some online/hybrid)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a trustee, your core responsibilities will include:
- Contributing to the shape of the company's mission, values and long-term strategy
- Supporting the Board and operational team with expertise and advice for your professional area
- Reviewing and commenting on management reports provided to the Board
Governance and Compliance
Each trustee, as part of the trustee team, will:
- Ensure the Trust complies with legal, financial, and regulatory obligations
- Monitor financial planning, budgeting and risk management
- Uphold high standards of governance and accountability
- Stay up to date on current trustee good practice
- Promote the work of the Trust across professional networks
- Support fundraising initiatives as required and help build partnerships
Participation and contribution
Additionally all trustees will:
- Attend as many Board meetings as possible and the annual away day
- Provide challenge and support in a respectful, constructive and collegiate way
- Actively contribute to meetings and subcommittees or advisory groups that the trustee is a member of
- Maintain confidentiality and declare conflicts of interest where relevant
Becoming a Trustee
Being a trustee is a valued volunteer role with significant responsibility. Training will be provided to all new Trustees, and an ongoing programme of refresher training is in progress for existing Trustees. This ensures we all share a common vocabulary of governance and good practice and have a common understanding of our role and responsibilities and how we can best support the charity.
As a Board we share good practice with each other, and we support and guide the operational team through our sub-committees and advisory groups.
Expenses for travel as allowed by HMRC for trustees will be paid.
Governing principles
We work closely to the principles enshrined in the Essential Trustee, specifically we expect all Trustees to:
- Ensure the charity is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit;
- Comply with your charity’s governing document and the law;
- Act in the charity’s best interests;
- Manage the charity’s resources responsibly;
- Act with reasonable care and skill;
- Ensure the charity is accountable;
- Reduce the risk of liability.
We are a 400 acre estate, listed manor house and walled garden with the mission to improve people's lives through culture, heritage and nature




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"We are looking for 3 candidates to join our volunteer enhanced professional development programme and gain real world experience in your chosen field). While we only have 3 vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria".
QuilomboUK is looking for a PR & Marketing Assistant, who would love to join a growing organization. Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports, and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in marketing; develop their skills and management experience; or just simply ‘give something back to their community’. The role provides you flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
As a PR & Marketing Assistant at Quilombo UK, you will play a vital role in providing general marketing support while actively engaging in various marketing tasks to contribute to the overall success of our initiatives. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional development within the different units of Marketing, including Social Media, Images, Video, and Website. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, from data collection and report compilation to active participation in campaign organization and development. You will also be actively contributing to real-life marketing projects and playing a key role in planning, developing, and implementing effective marketing strategies. This role requires a proactive and creative individual who will promote our organization through various channels, manage social media presence, contribute to innovative marketing programs, and engage in comprehensive market research.
This role is perfect for an enthusiastic and creative individual who is eager to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of marketing, from strategic planning to social media management.
Main tasks:
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Working on real life marketing projects
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Planning, developing and implementing marketing strategies.
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Promote the organisation through Social Media channels , and through maintaining and updating information about the organisation.
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Managing the organisation’s social media pages by posting updates and responding to comments and messages
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Submitting ideas for marketing programmes/campaigns designed to enhance and grow the company’s brand
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Organising marketing campaigns
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Creating, organising and delivering presentations
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Conducting market research and analysing participants’ reports, questionnaires and surveys.
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Using social media and website analytics to find out the effectiveness of ongoing campaigns and understand the way users interact with the site and social media posts.
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Contribute to staff meetings, and other internal meetings with views and suggestions.
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Analyze information to provide actionable insights and recommendations to the Directors
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Receive and interpret briefings from the Directors, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of organizational objectives
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Develop and deliver clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders
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Translate briefings into actionable outcomes, coordinating with various teams and individuals
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Training and support available:
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Social media
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Canvas
Skills:
Essential
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Attention to detail
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Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills
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Problem-solving, planning and creative-thinking skills
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Time management and prioritisation abilities
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Tactical understanding of all primary social media platforms
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Knowledge and understanding of online and offline marketing tactics
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Good Teamworking skills
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Strong organisational skills
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Numerical skills, which includes analysing and compiling spreadsheets
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Social Media skills.
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Office based skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Adheres to the organisation’s key objectives
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Delivering quality work in a timely manner
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Self-driven
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Ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines
Desirable
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate. QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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Good Knowledge of market research techniques and database
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Previous experience working in an office environment, dealing with administrative tasks or using a product database.
When needed:
Willing to volunteer at least 12 hours a week, for a duration of 16 weeks as part of a Personal Development Program (PDP).
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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The New Normal are seeking a Chair of our Board of Trustees! The primary responsibilities are providing leadership, strategic direction and governance oversight for the charity. They ensure that the board functions effectively, that the organization remains true to its mission, and that it meets its legal and ethical obligations.
We are looking for a driven and diligent person to support TNN in it's mission to provide free-to-access peer support for a diverse range of grief experiences, communities and identities.
Applicants should have the capacity to provide around 4-6 hours per month on a flexible basis, with some months quieter/busier than others.
We are seeking someone who has strong leadership, facilitation and decision-making skills, excellent communication and public-speaking, understanding of financial management, fundraising and stakeholder engagement, and a passion for the Charity's mission and long-term success. You should have experience serving on a Board of Trustees (preferably as Chair), in governance, strategic planning, and the non-profit sector.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and pathways. This is a voluntary role and responsibilities are listed in below Job Description.
[Due to the nature of the role and the work we do, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS check and meet the statutory conditions for serving as a Trustee (attached). Persons will be shortlisted and appointed based solely on character, skills, qualifications and experience.]
TNN are committed to diversity and inclusion and so we use the Anonymous Recruitment feature to reduce the potential for unconscious bias.
Please ensure all relevant experience is listed clearly on your CV. In your covering letter, please tell us more about yourself, why you are interested in the role and what you think you can bring to the Charity. We are keen to hear about you as a person and your story, as well as your skills and experience.
Thanks your interest in this role - we look forward to receiving your application!
We believe that no one should have to deal with grief or mental health alone: we combat isolation through creating connection.
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