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Be Part of Meaningful Change
Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) is entering an exciting new chapter. With a new CEO, refreshed Senior Leadership Team, and an ambitious vision for the future, we are laying the foundations for a bold new organisational strategy.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
About the Role:
In addition to the statutory duties of a Trustee, the Treasurer Trustee provides strategic financial oversight to support the organisation’s sustainability and effective governance.
The role is responsible for advising the Board on its financial duties, the implications of strategic decisions, and ensuring that appropriate financial policies and procedures are in place. It includes oversight of financial reporting, such as management accounts, budgets, and forecasts, and working in close collaboration with the CEO and Director of Finance and Resources.
The Treasurer Trustee also acts as a key liaison with external auditors, presents the annual report and accounts at the AGM on behalf of the Board, and chairs the Risk and Finance Sub-Committee.
Our vision:
A world free from sexual violence, where survivors are believed, respected and supported.
Our mission:
To provide high‑quality, specialist support and to challenge the structures that enable sexual violence.
What You Will Do
The specific responsibilities of the Treasurer Trustee are:
- Keeping the Board informed of its financial duties and responsibilities.
- Providing the Board with advice on the financial implications of their decisions and strategic plans.
- Ensuring RCSL has the appropriate financial policies and procedures.
- Having oversight of the preparation of regular financial reporting including the management accounts, forecasts and budgets.
- Liaising with and supporting the CEO and the Director of Finance and Resources.
- Liaising with the auditors and presenting the annual report and accounts to the AGM on behalf of the Board.
- Chairing a Risk and Finance sub-committee
About You
Person Specification - Essential
Experience of being a Trustee
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship.
- Significant experience of charity human resources including at a strategic level.
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- An ability to challenge current thinking, the method of governance and management of the organisation in a constructive manner.
- Ability to evaluate and interpret management information and other data/evidence.
Note:
This role is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 201. All Trustees are required to complete an enhanced DBS.
You will demonstrate:
- Proven experience in a relevant role or environment, with the ability to apply your skills confidently and effectively
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with a range of stakeholders
- Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- The ability to work independently while also contributing positively as part of a team
- A proactive, problem‑solving approach and a willingness to take ownership of tasks
- Competence in using relevant systems, tools, or software required for the role
- A professional, confidential, and ethical approach to your work
Desirable
What You Bring
- Commitment to feminist, survivor‑led practice
- Anti‑racist and anti‑discriminatory values
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Commitment to learning, reflection and self‑care
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Rape Crisis South London is committed to safeguarding survivors, children, young people and adults at risk. All staff have a shared responsibility for promoting safety and wellbeing.
This includes:
- Promoting the safety and wellbeing of service users
- Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns
- Following organisational safeguarding policies and procedures
- Supporting a culture where everyone feels safe, respected and supported
Our safer recruitment processes include:
- Values‑based interviews
- Verification of identity, qualifications and employment history
- Reference checks
- DBS checks (enhanced or basic, depending on the role)
Safeguarding training and ongoing supervision
Interview Process:
Candidates will be required to attend a 3 stage interview:
Stage one: phone call
Stage 2 MS Teams Call with CEO and Board of Trustees
Stage 3: Interview with CEO and Trustee / or Director
The interview will explore experience and approach to:
- Safeguarding
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Feminist and trauma‑informed practice
- Role‑specific responsibilities
- Role‑specific assessment details
Post holder will be required to undertake either Enhanced DBS
Equality, Feminism and Inclusion
RCSL is an equal opportunities employer. Our work is rooted in feminist principles that recognise sexual violence as both a cause and consequence of gender inequality. We centre survivor voices and prioritise empowerment, inclusivity and intersectionality.
We particularly welcome applications from women who are under‑represented in roles within the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), charity, social impact sector.
Intersectionality and Reasonable Adjustments
We recognise that experiences of sexual violence are shaped by intersecting factors including:
- Race and ethnicity
- Disability
- Sexuality and gender identity
- Socio‑economic background
- Immigration status
- Faith and culture
We are committed to removing barriers and creating an inclusive workplace.
Applicants are encouraged to tell us if they require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process,
such as:
- Alternative interview timings
- Additional time for written tasks
- Support relating to disability, neurodivergence or health needs
Learning and Development
As a charity undergoing growth and transformation, we welcome colleagues who are committed to ongoing learning and professional development. We provide induction, supervision, and development opportunities appropriate to the role.
This post is open to women only and is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010 (where applicable).
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your CV
- A cover letter outlining why this role appeals to you
- A supporting statement demonstrating how your experience meets the skills and requirements outlined in the person specification
- Applications should be sent in PDF format
- Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- Interview date(s): Two-stage process consisting of an informal conversation followed by an interview with the CEO and Chair.
Thank you for your interest in RCSL. If you have not heard from us within one month of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
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Providing specialist support to women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual violence and abuse.



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The Biochemical Society is seeking to recruit three Independent Trustees for the Council of Trustees to serve an initial five-year term of office, with the potential to extend to a maximum eight year term, with the anticipated time commitment is approximately 12 days per year, for which reasonable expenses will be reimbursed where travel is required.
Our Trustees shape the direction of the Society and the delivery of our work; promoting the importance of the molecular biosciences as a discipline, facilitating the sharing of knowledge and expertise and supporting molecular bio-scientists across all career stages.
As an Independent Trustee you will work closely with the wider Trustee Council to set the Society’s strategy, maintain oversight of the organisations’ financial position and manage organisational risk. Contributing an independent voice to discussions, you will collaborate effectively with others for the benefit of the Society. Trustees gain valuable experience in board/committee work, board room dynamics and the overall governance of a charity and company, whilst helping to make a real difference for the molecular bioscience community.
The current board is a mix of Biochemical Society trustees and independent members who work closely with senior staff members to deliver the committee’s objectives.
We are looking for an individual who is excited about contributing to the Society’s endeavours over the coming three-year period. The successful candidate will have:
• Demonstrable experience in a similar position in a mid/large-sized corporate or charitable organisation;
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial planning and reporting, pension management, and the wider charitable landscape as it relates to financial management.
Closing date for applications is day 15th May 2026.
If you have any queries about this role, please email Sarah Taylor - Governance and EDI Manager. To apply, please send in a CV and Cover letter via the apply button. It is important that you DO NOT include your Personal Information i.e. name and contact details in your CV or Cover Letter.
We know that diverse teams make us stronger and more effective as an organisation, and we look forward to hearing from all interested candidates. Please note, you do not need to be based in the UK to apply for these roles.
The Society takes the security of your data seriously. It has internal policies and controls in place to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused, or disclosed, and is not accessed except by our employees in the proper performance of their duties.
Please note that due to limited resources it is not possible for the Society to acknowledge receipt of applications. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Founded in 1911, we’ve been at the forefront of advancing molecular bioscience for over 100 years.



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About us
My Life Films is an award-winning charity that uses film and TV to enrich and support the lives of people living with dementia and their carers. My Life TV is our specialist on-demand streaming service, specifically designed to meet the cognitive needs of people living with dementia, for use within care settings and at home.
My Life TV is carefully curated to enable people living with dementia to feel stimulated and connected to the world, improving their mental health and supporting their essential care.
Our high-quality content includes interactive shows like quizzes, singalongs, drawing and chair yoga; calming content, including animal and nature programmes and slow TV; a wide range of reminiscence programmes, from the 1960s onwards, and much more.
Since launching in 2021 we work with highly respected content partners, as well as producing our own programming, in partnership with trusted organisations in the dementia care field, and more widely. The Alzheimer’s Society, BFI, Royal Parks, Museum of Brands, BBC Archive and National Trust are just some of the partners we are proud to work with.
We have ambitious plans to scale up its use, so we can reach and support as many people living with dementia as possible.
About the role
Stepping in at the helm of a well-established Board, and working closely with the highly experienced Executive Director, our new Chair will lead My Life Films through its next phase of growth and impact.
The new Chair will review and reinvigorate the charity’s governance, ideally including a board audit, as well as challenging and interrogating the group’s strategic plan.
This role will suit potential candidates who are ready to step-up to chair a not for profit organisation. This means they are likely to bring current or previous board experience as a non-executive or trustee. Candidates may have experience in the care sector, health sector, charity or foundation, possibly an organisation involved in supporting people living with dementia. This experience could enable candidates to draw on networks in the care, health, charity, voluntary sectors, social enterprise or foundation. It will be important that the new Chair can demonstrate a personal passion and commitment to improving the lives of people living with dementia.
The Chair will also help guide the Executive in optimising the existing model, developing new opportunities by helping expand networks and making introductions when necessary. They will act as a critical friend to Executive Director, coaching and challenging as required and providing leadership and strategic direction to the Board.
They will hold the organisation to the highest ethical standards, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and that My Life Films is run in the best interests of its stakeholders.
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the charity and is collectively responsible for its success. All trustees must take decisions in the interests of the charity.
My Life Films has a trading subsidiary – MLF Productions Limited – and it is expected that the Chair of My Life Films will also Chair the trading company.
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Selection Criteria
When applying, we ask candidates to highlight any areas of expertise they can bring in the areas identified below.
• Skills and Experience –
Governance / leadership
• Any experience of operating at Board level in the voluntary, public or private sector preferably with a knowledge of the Social Care sector.
• Understanding of good charity governance, including trustees’ legal duties, financial oversight and risk management.
• Experience of chairing effective meetings and facilitating inclusive, robust discussion and decision-making Experience of fundraising, advocacy, campaigning, or working with regulators, commissioners or major funders.
Strategy and finance
• Ability to think strategically, interrogate complex information and focus the Board on priorities, impact and long-term sustainability.
• Strong financial literacy and ability to scrutinize budgets, management accounts and risk registers (not necessarily as a finance professional).
People leadership
• Track record of leading senior individuals or teams; able to coach, support and hold to account a CEO
How to Apply
If you are interested in the role, Maana Ruia a trustee with My Life Films and a member of Enter The Boardroom Community would be happy to fix up a time to talk to you.
Please submit your application to Julian Freeston The application should comprise a Cover Letter detailing your suitability and desire for the role (no more than two pages) and an up-to-date CV (no more than four pages).
The application deadline is 5pm, 29th May 2026
If you are interested in the role, Maana Ruia a trustee with My Life Films and a member of Enter The Boardroom Community would be happy to fix up a time to talk to you. Please get in touch via Details can be found on the website.
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Help us support families to get the right education for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
We are seeking new people to join our Board of Trustees to support the good governance of our charity. It is an exciting time to join us as we work to launch our new strategy; an important timeframe as we review the Government’s White Paper on SEND and consider how best to adapt our services to ensure we reach those who need us most.
Who we are
Founded in 1983, IPSEA is a leading national charity focussed on supporting families to ensure that children and young people with SEND receive the education they are legally entitled to. Since our formation, we have actively helped to improve the education experience of thousands of children and young people with SEND. We do this by providing free and independent legal advice and casework support, undertaking policy work and delivering training on the SEND legal framework.
Who are we looking for?
We wish to recruit a number of new trustees who are committed to our vision and values and who bring complementary skills to those of our current Board members.
Trustees are expected to gain an understanding of the organisation’s purpose, and to contribute their own expertise, ensuring IPSEA fulfils its objectives, and in accordance with our charitable objects and Articles of Association
Whether you’re an experienced trustee or wanting to take your first step at Board level, we are particularly interested in hearing from people with expertise and skills in one or more of the following areas:
- IT / Digital transformation / cyber security
- Governance
- Marketing and social media
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
Please note: a lack of expertise in these areas does not mean that an application will not be considered.
Our Board should also reflect the communities we support. We would particularly like to hear from candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, under-served communities and disabled people, as well as those with lived experience of the SEND system, either as a child or as a parent/carer.
What we can offer you
- an in-depth induction programme, training and reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses
- the opportunity to be involved in making strategic decisions and developing new skills
- the opportunity to apply your knowledge and experience to an important cause
- a buddying system for new trustees as you settle into the role
The expected time commitment is six trustee meetings per year (meetings are held on weekdays in central London or at IPSEA’s office in Takeley, Essex with the option to join some meetings virtually), usually one strategic planning/training day and some other ad hoc time for occasional meetings and events.
To apply
Please visit our website to download a recruitment pack and application form.
Closing date for applications: 5pm on 29 May 2026
First-round interviews: week commencing 29 June 2026
We help children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) get the education they are entitled to by law


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Treasurer Roles & Responsibilities
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas is seeking a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and provide strategic oversight of the organisation’s financial health. The Treasurer plays a key governance role, strengthening financial literacy at Board level and supporting sustainable growth. The Board is responsible for governance and strategy and does not manage day-to-day operations.
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas (RBB) is a growing charity registered with the Charity Commission (Charity No. 1189561). For the financial year ending 31 March 2025, RBB reported a total income of £423,041 and total expenditure of £373,007. As a charity with income above £250,000, we prepare annual accounts in accordance with the Charities SORP and undergo independent examination.
As our current treasurer prepares to step down, we are expanding our Board of Trustees to support the growth and future plans of our ambitious small charity. Board meetings take place every 12 weeks via video call, with opportunities for in-person gatherings throughout the year. Additional meetings may occasionally be required, either more frequently, in smaller groups, or one-to-one, depending on specific needs or exceptional circumstances.
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Responsible to: Chair, Refugee Biryani & Bananas
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Purpose: To oversee the management and reporting of charity finances.
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Hours: Approximately six to eight hours a month.
Remuneration: This is a voluntary, unpaid Trustee role. Reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed in line with our volunteer policy.
Role Summary
The Treasurer will work closely with our team members including volunteers, other Trustees and with the CEO, advising on all financial matters including regulatory compliance. The Treasurer will be expected to attend Board meetings which last approximately an hour and a half every twelve weeks. The Treasurer will:
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Actively participate as a key member of the Board of Trustees.
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Act as an ambassador for Refugee Biryani & Bananas
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Oversee and analyse the development of the annual budget and cash flow forecasts, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and sustainability.
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Support with fundraising and financial strategic planning
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Advise on all financial matters, including regulatory compliance.
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Oversee the development and observation of financial policies
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Advise the board on fund management and ensure an appropriate reserves policy
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Advise fellow Trustees on a regular basis of the financial status of the charity and where necessary recommend action.
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Oversee and administer financial processes including Gift Aid claims and payroll, ensuring appropriate financial controls, transparency and board oversight are maintained. (There is currently only one person on payroll.)
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Work collaboratively with the CEO and Chair to ensure appropriate financial segregation of duties within the constraints of a small charity.
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Support the Board in monitoring financial risk, reserves policy and international financial compliance.
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Ensure appropriate internal financial controls are in place and regularly reviewed.
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Work with professional advisors including any contracted accountants
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Review financial transactions on a monthly basis via digital accounting software, Xero
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Arrange the compilation and agreement of Refugee Biryani & Bananas’ annual report
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Lead Trustee liaison with the independent examiner and oversee the preparation and Board approval of the annual accounts and report.
The Treasurer will play a key role in strengthening financial sustainability as RBB continues to grow its international programmes and funding base.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have innovative ideas and sound financial knowledge. All Trustees are expected to assist Refugee Biryani & Bananas to secure a sustainable and diverse funding base for the organisation.
Essential
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Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
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Support for the values and mission of Refugee Biriyani & Bananas
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Familiarity with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), or willingness to develop this knowledge.
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Proven ability to communicate and explain financial information
Desirable
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A qualified accountant (formal qualification preferred) with financial and commercial awareness, experienced in managing finances, payroll, and the needs of smaller organisations.
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An understanding of the voluntary sector and previous experience as a Trustee or Treasurer.
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Good communication and competent IT skills
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Extensive experience in senior strategic management and leadership, combined with strong analytical and evaluation skills.
About Refugee Biryani & Bananas
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas (RBB) began as a grassroots movement in 2015, in response to the Syrian refugee crisis. What started as a group of friends distributing 2,500 portions of biriyani and bananas in the unofficial camp for displaced people in Dunkirk, Northern France, has grown into a community-driven humanitarian organisation. Initially working under the umbrella of another organisation, RBB became independent to better address gaps in aid and advocacy for displaced people worldwide.
What We Do
RBB supports people facing displacement, war, and inequality, tailoring actions to the needs of each situation. From food distributions to medical support and human rights advocacy, our work is versatile and responsive. We have provided aid in refugee and internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, squats, and other unstable settlements along migratory pathways, including:
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France: Calais, Dunkirk & Paris
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Greece: Idomeni, Thessaloniki, Athens, Lavrio, Samos & Chios (our main base)
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Northern Iraq: Duhok
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Serbia: Belgrade Barracks
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Bosnia & Herzegovina - Croatia Border: Vucjak Camp
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Turkey: Istanbul
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Poland, Belarus & Lithuania Border
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Ukraine Border (Poland and Ukraine sides)
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Palestine: Gaza
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Egypt: Cairo
Our Approach
RBB is a mobile grassroots organisation, designed to respond rapidly and flexibly to emerging crises. Our main base of operations is on Chios Island, Greece, where we provide ongoing support to people who are displaced.
Since October 2023, we have also established community-led initiatives to support people affected by the war in Gaza, Palestine, as well as Sudanese and other displaced communities in Cairo, Egypt.
Beyond emergency relief, we remain committed to ongoing support through volunteers, translation services, medical care, aid, and advocacy until either local capacity builds or the situation changes. In addition, our Community Humanitarian Leaders Programme (CHLP) plays a vital role in this approach by strengthening the leadership of people who are displaced by building on their existing skills, networks and lived experience in humanitarian efforts.
Our field team comprises 90% individuals from refugee and asylum-seeking communities, representing Sudan, Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Somalia, Gambia, Ethiopia, Palestine, and Yemen. This diverse team is led by our founder and CEO, Ruhi Akhtar, alongside field coordinators / project managers.
We prioritise dignity and equity, involving displaced individuals in decision-making and collaboration. RBB's direct aid includes food, water, shelter, medical supplies, clothing, hygiene packs, and season-specific items like sunscreen or firewood. Needs assessments and communication with affected communities guide our actions, ensuring targeted, person-centered care.
Advocacy & Awareness
RBB amplifies the voices of displaced people by sharing their stories and raising awareness about often-overlooked realities. Through storytelling and advocacy, we aim to challenge injustice and inspire action.
We are a safe space for all people and welcome those who are new to and currently underrepresented on Charity Boards, in particular members who consider themselves to have a disability and those in the global majority. Lived experience of migration or asylum or a commitment to this work is welcomed.
Interested applicants should send a CV with full contact details and a brief covering letter to address your motivation for the role, what specific skills and expertise you would bring and how you meet the competencies listed in the role description.
Female-led grassroots organisation delivering humanitarian aid and advocacy with displaced communities through a community-led approach.
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Inclusive Boards is delighted to support Social Interest Group in their search to appoint a new Treasurer.
This is a chance to support a values-led organisation delivering specialist services across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent, as well as in prisons in London and Liverpool.
About Social Interest Group
Social Interest Group (SIG) is a leading UK charity providing bespoke person-centred health and social care services. They empower people by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement. The believe good care, support and well-planned services make a difference and improve lives.
Working through six subsidiaries—SIG Penrose, SIG Housing Trust, SIG Equinox, SIG Pathways to Independence, and SIG Safe Ground – SIG provides tailored support to people facing complex challenges, including homelessness, mental health, substance use, and criminal justice involvement. SIG provides thousands of people with support and care in temporary supported accommodation, drop-in centres, community floating support, criminal justice settings and hospitals awaiting discharge.
Their mission is to bridge gaps in local health and social care, helping people move out of hospital, prison, and homelessness into safer, more stable lives.
The Trustee Board is central to ensuring governance, strategic oversight and ethical leadership across the organisation. They work collectively to shape the long-term strategy, oversee organisational performance, manage risk, and ensure SIG operates with integrity, transparency, and in the best interest of beneficiaries to achieve our organisational objectives, utilising the funds entrusted to us for long-term sustainability.
About the Treasurer opportunity:
SIG is seeking a new Treasurer to join their Board of Trustees to manage the financial health of the organisation, ensuring compliance, and support strategic decision making.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Ensure organisational financial viability
- Work with Chief Executive and Finance Officer to achieve the financial sustainability of the organisation
- Oversee and approve budgets, accounts, and financial statements
- Oversee the integrity of financial planning, management, and reporting, ensuring effective use of resources and organisational sustainability
- Ensure robust internal controls, audit processes, risk management, and compliance frameworks are in place
- Provide governance, support and oversight in line with Charity Commission expectations, statutory responsibilities and legal obligations
Person Specification:
- Qualified Accountant or similar including ACT, ACCA, CIMA, CertT or ACA
- Experience in governance, senior leadership or strategic advisory roles
- Experience interpreting risk, performance and financial information
- Experience presenting complex information to non-specialists
The role involves:
- Four board meetings per year (online and in-person)
- Additional input into planning and specialist areas
- Approx. 4 hours per month
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Do you want to support kidney patients and their families? Do you want to be part of a large team of volunteers, within a national charity? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Welsh kidney patients and their families?
“I draw on my personal experience of kidney disease to support others during their kidney journey; providing information, advice and emotional support to anyone affected by kidney disease” –Volunteer
Organisation
Popham Kidney Support
Organisation Overview
Popham Kidney Support is a leading kidney charity based in Swansea, dedicated to improving the quality of life for children, young people, and adults living with kidney disease across Wales. The charity was founded in 2013 in memory of Paul Popham and received full charitable status in 2015. Its mission is simple: to ensure that no kidney patient faces their journey alone.
The organisation provides a wide range of services designed to support emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing. These include peer mentoring, counselling, Kidney Café support groups, welfare advice, patient grants, education programmes, and wellbeing initiatives such as activity weekends and involvement in transplant sports.
As a trusted voice for kidney patients in Wales, Popham Kidney Support collaborates with clinical teams, other charities, and Welsh communities to advocate for better services and improved patient experience. Its impact has been recognised nationally — in 2025, the charity was honoured with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award for voluntary groups in the UK.
With a growing network of volunteers, peer mentors, supporters, and community partners, Popham Kidney Support continues to expand its reach, championing compassionate, patient‑centred care across Wales
Role Title
Treasurer, Board of Trustees
Location of Position
Wales Wide – Remote. (The Charity is based in Swansea, covers Wales)
Responsible to
Chair of Trustees
Purpose/Summary of Role
The Treasurer is a trustee responsible for overseeing the financial affairs of the organisation, ensuring that finances are managed in line with legal requirements, good practice, and the organisation’s charitable aims.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
- Ensure the organisation’s financial resources are managed responsibly and sustainably.
- Lead on financial strategy, planning, and risk management.
- Oversee the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
Financial Monitoring and Reporting
- Present clear, accurate financial reports to the Board.
- Monitor financial performance and alert the Board to any risks or variances.
- Ensure proper accounting records are kept in line with legal requirements.
Compliance and Governance
- Ensure the organisation complies with financial regulations, charity law, Companies House regulations (if applicable), and funder requirements.
- Support the preparation and submission of annual accounts, reports, and returns.
Internal Processes
- Oversee financial controls, reserves, and investment policies.
- Support staff or volunteers responsible for day‑to‑day financial administration (e.g., bookkeeping, payroll).
Supporting Fundraising & Sustainability
- Provide insight on financial implications of fundraising plans, grants, and new projects.
- Ensure restricted funds are managed and reported correctly.
Time Commitment
Typically 4–8 board meetings per year + financial oversight duties
Person Specification
Essential
- Financial literacy and experience managing budgets.
- Ability to interpret financial information and communicate it clearly.
- Strong analytical and organisational skills.
- Commitment to the organisation’s values, aims, and governance responsibilities.
Desirable
- Professional accountancy qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW).
- Experience in charity finance, SORP, or non‑profit financial management.
- Familiarity with financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage
Training and Support
· PKS Trustee Induction
· Safeguarding
·Various training courses relating to governance
Reimbursement of Expenses- Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Benefits to being a Trustee
Becoming a Trustee with Popham Kidney Support (PKS) means joining a passionate, award‑winning charity dedicated to ensuring that no kidney patient in Wales faces their journey alone. It is a meaningful way to contribute to a cause that transforms lives every day.
1. Make a Tangible Difference to Kidney Patients Across Wales
As a trustee, you directly influence services that support emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing — including peer mentoring, counselling, grants, Kidney Cafés, activity programmes, and more. Your decisions help improve the day‑to‑day lives of children, young people, adults, and families affected by kidney disease.
2. Shape the Strategic Future of an Award‑Winning Charity
Popham Kidney Support has been formally recognised with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service — the highest honour for volunteer groups in the UK. Joining the Board means contributing to a respected, ambitious organisation that continues to expand its impact and drive positive change.
3. Develop High‑Level Leadership & Governance Skills
Trustees gain valuable experience in:
- Strategic and organisational planning
- Financial oversight
- Governance and risk management
- Charity law and regulatory compliance
This is ideal professional development for anyone seeking board-level experience or aspiring to leadership roles.
4. Be Part of a Warm, Supportive Community
At PKS, lived experience, compassion, and community spirit are at the heart of everything we do. As a trustee, you’ll work alongside:
- Dedicated volunteers and peer mentors
- A committed senior team
- Patients and families whose stories inspire change
You join a community that supports each other as much as it supports the people we serve.
5. Strengthen Your Professional Profile
Being a trustee demonstrates:
- Leadership
- Integrity
- Strategic thinking
- Commitment to social impact
It is a strong addition to any CV, career portfolio, or personal development journey.
6. Use Your Skills — or Lived Experience — for Good
Whether your strengths lie in finance, governance, HR, communications, community engagement, healthcare insight, or lived experience as a kidney patient or carer, your voice matters. Trusteeship gives you the chance to use what you know to create real, lasting change.
7. Enjoy Personal Fulfilment Through Purposeful Work
Trustees often describe the role as:
- Inspiring
- Emotionally rewarding
- A unique opportunity to “give back”
- A chance to leave a positive legacy
Your contribution helps ensure that every kidney patient in Wales has access to the support they need — emotionally, physically, and practically.
8. Contribute to a Legacy of Compassion and Progress
PKS was founded in memory of Paul Popham and has grown into a national support organisation. As a trustee, you help carry that legacy forward, ensuring that every person affected by kidney disease feels supported, valued, and empowered.
Application Procedure
·CV to Lynne Orton Chair of Trustees
·Informal interview with Chair of Trustees and CEO
·Trustee application form, DBS & references
·Application presented to board
·Decision communicated in writing from Chair of Trustees
The Charity has a simple aim to provide children, youths and adults with kidney disease in Wales to lead a better quality of life.
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Trustee - Treasurer
Voluntary (unpaid) role, reasonable expenses paid.
About us
Learning and Work Institute is an independent policy and research organisation focused on lifelong learning and better work. Our vision is for a fair and prosperous society where learning and work enable everyone to realise their potential. We research what works, influence policy, and develop new ideas to improve practice.
The Role
Learning and Work Institute are seeking a Trustee acting as Treasurer to join our expert Board. Applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged.
The Board of Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity and its financial health. They help to develop the organisation’s aims, objectives, and goals in accordance with the governing document, and legal and regulatory guidelines.
As a Trustee you will:
· Contribute to the development, approval and monitoring of organisational strategy.
· Oversee financial performance and ensure effective financial stewardship.
· Provide constructive challenge and support to the executive team.
· Safeguard the organisation’s reputation, values and assets.
· Act in the best interests of the organisation at all times.
· Serve as an ambassador for Learning and Work Institute where appropriate.
Our latest financial statements and strategic plan can be found on our website.
You will be driven by our mission to widen access to learning and work opportunities so everyone in society can realise their potential.
The successful candidate will:
· Share our passion for everyone to have the opportunity in life to reach their ambitions and potential.
· Understand governance and preferably have experience of adult education or employment support, or experience in related sectors like housing, local government or the private sector that can help inform our work.
· Have the capacity to lend support and expertise.
· Demonstrate a sense of proportion of control relative to L&W’s operational needs and size.
· Be objective and independent without bias to any particular interest or stakeholder.
· Possess analytical ability, informed judgment, and the ability to focus on strategic issues.
· Have perspective, broad knowledge and experience that can be applied to discussions and decisions at Board level.
· An ability to balance challenge and support to the executive team.
In addition, while all Trustees take responsibility for the finances of the organisation, the Treasurer plays a key role and link between the Board and executive team and so requires:
· A recognised financial qualification or equivalent senior financial experience.
· Knowledge of treasury and investment matters.
· Finance expertise for the board.
· Partnership with the experienced L&W Finance function.
We value equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from different backgrounds and groups underrepresented in our Board, organisation and sector. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have accessibility requirements.
Trustees are appointed for a 3-year term. The Board meets four times a year for approximately 2.5 hours and has a Strategic Away Day each January. Two sub-committees each meet up to three times a year at which nominated trustees may be appointed. Meetings are a mix of in person in Leicester and London and online.
Trustees will be required to undertake appropriate pre- appointment checks. This may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, depending on the nature of the role and committee responsibilities.
If you possess the experience and attributes above and have a passion to support the delivery of our vision, then you could be the person we are seeking. Applications that include CV and covering letter are welcomed through the link below.
The closing date for applications is 12th May 2026. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.
Should you have any questions please contact the HR Team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.