West Midlands Heritage Trust, along with its three partner project trusts, is seeking to appoint a new Trustee Treasurer to its board. This is an exciting opportunity to help guide our work in rescuing, restoring, and finding sustainable new uses for historic buildings in our region.
Who are we?
We are four building preservation trusts all based in the West Midlands, working together to share our knowledge and experience to save Historic Buildings at Risk.
West Midlands Heritage is made up of: West Midlands Historic Buildings Trust, Worcestershire Building Preservation Trust, and Wolverhampton Heritage Trust.
We aim to safeguard buildings of historical and/or architectural importance, within the West Midlands, Worcestershire and Warwickshire which are in danger of being lost. Our previous projects range in age and type from a 16th Century farmhouse to a Georgian townhouse and a Victorian Cemetery Chapel.
As well as projects to protect and rescue historic buildings, the Trusts organise a range of activities and events to encourage and involve our members and local communities, as well as contribute to professional development within the sector.
What are we looking for?
We are seeking a volunteer Trustee Treasurer with an interest in saving historic buildings at risk and contributing to their local community.
The Treasurer plays a key role in supporting the financial governance of the Trusts and helping to ensure their long-term sustainability. Working with fellow Trustees and staff, including a Finance Officer, the Treasurer will oversee financial reporting, budgeting and financial controls, and provide advice on financial matters affecting the organisation.
We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:
- Finance, accountancy or bookkeeping
- Financial management of charities, businesses, or within the public sector
- Strategic financial planning
- Risk management or governance
A recognised accounting qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.
It is not necessary to have previous trustee experience, as support and guidance will be given.
What the role entails
- Attendance at up to SIX evening meetings of The Council of Management per year, plus the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
- Attendance at finance sub-committee meetings.
- Optional attendance at other meetings and site visits within the West Midlands, Worcestershire and Warwickshire.
- Preparation of financial reports for the Council of Management and the AGM
- Responsible for overseeing Finance Officer role and activities
- Oversight of Trust bank accounts and authorisation of payments, monthly, with Finance Officer
- Oversight of Restricted Fund Management, with Finance Officer
- Liaison with the Trust’s appointed accountants (book-keeping) and auditors, with Finance Officer
Trustees are elected for a 3-year term of office, and may offer themselves for re-election thereafter. Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.
We are keen to make the role of Trustee Treasurer accessible to all and will endeavour to make necessary arrangements for individuals unable to attend in person, including the use of online meeting platforms.
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Action for Refugees in Lewisham works to relieve poverty and isolation amongst refugees, asylum seekers and other vulnerable migrants in Lewisham. At the Rainbow Club Saturday Supplementary School we aim to help children between the ages of 4 and 11 to improve their literacy, numeracy and social skills in a friendly and supportive environment. We need your skills and enthusiasm to assist the teacher in the delivery of a literacy and numeracy class and work with other volunteers to develop a programme of recreational activities. The Rainbow Club runs on Saturday mornings during term-time.
Your duties will include:
- Arriving punctually for the 9am briefing by the Rainbow Club Headteacher;
- Working in a team with other volunteers and teachers to deliver literacy, numeracy, arts, sport activities – this includes ensuring children remain engaged throughout the lesson and carry out set tasks as instructed by the teacher;
- Working one-to-one with specific children if and when required;
- Filing classroom work and homework in children’s individual files and keeping all materials and resources tidy and properly stored;
- Liaising with parents as and when required for example distributing leaflets and news about future meetings and events and also assisting with parents' day;
- Following the teacher’s policies on discipline and classroom management;
- Supervising the children during break times;
- Supporting the children during class trips;
- Ensuring classrooms are clean and tidy at the end of each day – this may include being part of a regular team rota;
- Providing feedback and comments to the Rainbow Club Headteacher when required.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
We support asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants to lift themselves out of poverty and rebuild their lives in the heart of our community.
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Birmingham Cathedral is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join its Chapter as a trustee (non-executive member). This is a unique opportunity to contribute as a trustee to the cathedral's strategic direction, provide governance and oversight, and share responsibility for the stewardship and sustainability of the resources that support its mission and ministry.
About Birmingham Cathedral
Birmingham Cathedral is where prayer and praise have been offered to God for more than 300 years. This daily worship continues to be at the heart of our cathedral life today. The cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of Birmingham. Most striking to visitors and worshippers is the exceptionally important set of stained-glass windows designed by Birmingham born artist Edward Burne-Jones and made in the workshop of William Morris. The cathedral is the spiritual home for a lively Christian community where worship, from the simplest prayer to soaring musical excellence, is always accompanied by a warm welcome. We aspire to pray, to serve and to grow in the love of God and our care of God’s people. More than an artistic treasure, Birmingham Cathedral offers a place of peace, hospitality and welcome.
About The Role
As a member of the Cathedral Chapter, you will share with the Dean in the oversight of cathedral life. Chapter members are invaluable in shaping the direction of the cathedral and ensuring we continue to fulfil our mission and purpose. You will work collaboratively with clergy, staff, volunteers and external partners to uphold the cathedral’s mission, vision, values and strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities of Chapter Members
· Perform the requirements of Charity Trustees for the purposes of the Charities Act 2011.
· Take full part in the discussions and decision making of the Chapter as it fulfils its statutory responsibilities to exercise general control and management of the administration of the cathedral.
· Order the worship of the cathedral and promote its mission;
· Formulate, after consulting the bishop, proposals relating to the general direction and mission of the cathedral.
· Ensure the approval of an annual budget.
· Ensure the preparation and approval of an annual report and accounts for audit and subsequent approval.
· Keep under review the Constitution and Statutes.
· Ensure the appropriate management of cathedral property and income, including necessary repairs and maintenance.
Key Individual Responsibilities of Chapter Members
· Attend Chapter meetings, held a minimum of six time a year for approximately three hours on a weekday afternoon, including one all-day away-day (all held in Birmingham City Centre).
· Offer an average time commitment of six hours per month, unevenly spread.
· Attend and contribute to worship at the cathedral.
· Contribute to the ministry of hospitality offered at the cathedral, and other cathedral activities as may be appropriate.
· Attend civic and community events.
· Act as an ambassador for the cathedral.
· Carry out the objects of the cathedral.
· Expect to serve for the full three-year appointment period, with opportunity for reappointment.
Who We Are Looking For
To support delivery of the cathedral’s strategic plan, we particularly welcome applications from individuals at this time with skills in:
· Strategic finance, financial management or stewardship
· Audit, assurance or internal controls.
· Property and heritage asset management
· Fundraising and income generation
· HR, organisational development or governance.
Candidates are not expected to hold experience across the multiple of these criteria to meet the eligibility threshold.
Experience in arts and heritage, community engagement or social justice initiatives, digital communications, investment planning, partnership-building across sectors and urban mission and inclusion would also be welcome.
Person Specification
Essential
· Commitment to the Christian faith and to the cathedral’s mission, vision and values, including wisdom, compassion, justice, inclusion, courage and collaboration.
· Eligibility to serve as a charity trustee.
· Commitment to safeguarding excellence, including completing safeguarding training and contributing to a safe, healthy and positive cathedral culture.
· Ability to think strategically and long-term, exercise sound judgement, and contribute to complex organisational governance.
· Understanding of, or willingness to learn about, the responsibilities of a charity trustee, including accountability, confidentiality and collective decision-making.
· Commitment to the cathedral’s strategic priorities.
· Strong communication skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively, collaborate effectively and build trust across diverse groups.
· Willingness to undertake trustee development and continue learning in support of effective governance.
· Ability to commit the time and energy required for the role, including meetings, preparation and training.
Desirable but not required
· Local knowledge or community context.
Other Information
This is a voluntary role, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. Training and support will be provided.
Birmingham Cathedral is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of those under 18 and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Closing date for applications is noon on Monday 5 October 2026.
Join us in making a meaningful difference at one of Birmingham’s historic and spiritually significant places.
Our Recruiting Approach
As applications are received, interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
We kindly ask no contact from recruitment agencies please.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
Birmingham Cathedral is a Christian Church of the Anglican Communion and the seat of the Bishop of Birmingham. As the Church of England cathedral chur
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