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Chair of the Board of Trustees
The Ripple Pond
Voluntary Position (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Time commitment: Approximately 1-2 days per month, including four Board meetings per year, regular support to the CEO, occasional committee meetings and attendance at key events.
Closing date: 11 September 2026 (applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place before the closing date).
Help Shape the Future of Support for Military Families
The Ripple Pond is a national charity supporting more than 1,200 Armed Forces and veteran family members across the UK. Through peer support, advocacy and practical assistance, we help families affected by service-related physical and psychological injury feel seen, heard and supported.
We are seeking an exceptional individual to Chair our Board of Trustees and help guide the charity through its next phase of growth and development.
Working closely with our CEO and Board, you will provide strategic leadership, support strong governance and help ensure the charity continues to deliver meaningful impact for military families and carers.
What You'll Do
As Chair, you will:
- Lead and support the Board of Trustees.
- Act as a trusted partner and critical friend to the CEO.
- Oversee strategy, governance, risk and organisational performance.
- Champion safeguarding, inclusion and good governance.
- Support trustee recruitment and board development.
- Represent The Ripple Pond externally and help build strategic relationships.
- Help shape the future direction and sustainability of the charity.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for a collaborative and values-driven leader with:
- Senior leadership, executive or board-level experience.
- Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
- Experience of governance, finance and risk oversight.
- The ability to build partnerships and influence stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills.
- A genuine commitment to supporting Armed Forces families and carers.
Experience in the military, veterans, healthcare, public, charity or social care sectors would be beneficial but is not essential.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of military families across the UK.
You will work with a committed Board, an experienced CEO and a passionate community of Members to help strengthen support for families affected by service-related injury, influence wider understanding of their needs and guide a growing charity through its next stage of development.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a screening question to help us better understand your suitability for the role.
To apply, please submit:
A current CV.
A covering letter (maximum two pages), addressed to the Board of Trustees, explaining your interest in the role and how your skills, experience and personal qualities would enable you to make a positive contribution as Chair.
Following an initial review of applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with members of the Board. The interview will provide an opportunity to discuss your experience, leadership approach and aspirations for the role, while also allowing you to learn more about The Ripple Pond.
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Supporting adult family members of physically or psychologically injured British Armed Forces personnel and veterans
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