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About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a distinctive and values-driven organisation. We are seeking a new Treasurer to join the Board of Trustees and play a crucial role in supporting the organisation’s sustainable future. While prior knowledge of brain injury is not required, the Treasurer is expected to demonstrate an interest in brain injury, as well as in the Headway community, and to share the organisation’s mission and values.
The Treasurer will lead on the financial strategy, work closely with the Director of Finance, ensuring that financial insight informs the Board’s strategic thinking. This will include thorough pre-review of financial reports ahead of each Board meeting, chairing Finance & Audit Committee meetings, and presenting financial reports to the Board and at the AGM.
The role holder, will support the Board in fulfilling its responsibilities for the charity’s ambitious strategy and governance. They will work collaboratively with fellow Trustees and provide guidance to the Director of Finance and Chief Executive on the strategic management of finances.
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Apply the Headway London values and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times.
Protect and enhance the interests and reputation of Headway London internally and externally.
Commit to the organisational principles of: coproduction equity, diversity and inclusion sustainability.
Headway London is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work. We welcome applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age and other protected status as required by law. We promote and protect human rights; they are the foundation of what we do. We want to be an inclusive place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and contribute their unique strengths and perspectives. We are focused on equality and believe that all the fascinating characteristics that make us different, make us more able to deliver our life-changing work with passion and creativity.
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nclusive Boards is delighted to be supporting Canterbury Cathedral to appoint a Non-Executive Member of Chapter and Lay Canon with expertise in Safeguarding.
About Canterbury Cathedral
Founded by St Augustine in 597 AD, Canterbury Cathedral is a unique place of worship, a major pilgrimage destination, a masterpiece of art and architecture, and one of the UK’s most-visited historic sites. Often referred to as ‘England in stone’, the Cathedral has been at the centre of momentous events and upheavals. It is the Mother Church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and resting place of royalty and saints.
Chapter is the body corporate of Canterbury Cathedral. Its members have the general control and management of the administration of the Cathedral. Canterbury Cathedral became a full charity in February 2024 (under the Cathedrals Measure 2021) and as well as being regulated by the Church Commissioners, will also be regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
About the Role of Member of Chapter and Lay Canon
Chapter members play a vital and strategic role in maintaining the Christian vision and mission of the Cathedral, as well as its corporate governance.
All Chapter members must either be an actual communicant (within the meaning given in Rule 83(2) of the Church of England’s Church Representation Rules) or a communicant member of a Church which is not in communion with the Church of England but subscribes to the doctrine of the Holy Trinity. An “actual communicant member” of the Church of England is legally defined as a baptized person who is confirmed (or ready to be confirmed) and has received Holy Communion at least three times in the preceding twelve months.
Person Specification
In this recruitment campaign we are seeking to appoint one member of Chapter and Lay Canon. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have a safeguarding background, with knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policy and practice that encompasses both adults and children.
We are also seeking candidates who:
- Are committed to the Cathedral’s Christian vision, mission and ministry.
- Are able to reflect the ethos set out in the Nolan Principles within our charitable context.
- Show demonstrable strategic leadership and management skills and able to provide effective strategic guidance.
- Have strong intellectual and analytical skills with a broad based and long term view of strategic and organisational goals.
- Possess the highest levels of trust and integrity.
- Have the ability to gain the trust, respect and support of fellow members of Chapter and the wider Cathedral community.
- Are able to show empathy in dealing with others and to engage diplomatically and with authority in dialogue and debate on critical issues.
- Are able to voice concerns appropriately in a frank but professional manner and to deal with conflict constructively.
- Have knowledge of principles and processes in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI).
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of relating well to diverse stakeholder groups.
Canterbury Cathedral is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
Please visit Inclusive Boards' website for more information and to apply.