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GSTTKPA is going through an exciting period of change. Therefore, we are seeking to recruit a new Company Secretary to support our ambitious and innovative change programme, so we can continue to achieve the aims and objectives of the charity.
The role of Company Secretary is a key and important Trustee position on the Board. The Company Secretary will support the Chair and Vice Chair by ensuring the board functions smoothly. The Company Secretary will also have the opportunity to assist with activities and initiatives that are funded by GSTTKPA.
Trustees play a vital role in making sure that GSTTKPA achieves its core purpose. They also ensure that the charity has a clear strategy andthat our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, all the Trustees have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always actas a group and not as individuals.
As a Trustee, we also require the successful applicant to have a commitment to equality; celebrate diversity and be responsive to the needs of different groups and individuals within GSTTKPA and the wider community. In return, the successful applicant will join a warm and friendly team that works collaboratively to support each other as well as our kidney patients.
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Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is seeking to appoint the following Board positions – to enhance the skills, experience and diversity of our Boards, and to accommodate recent growth and governance needs:
(1) Two new Trustees for the parent charity’s Board of Trustees, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has one of these desired specialisms (see Recruitment Pack for further detail) =
- Income generation - in particular, high net worth donors; corporates; commercial including sales and negotiation expertise.
- Healthcare - Pre-hospital emergency care expertise and/ or Care Quality Commission regulation experience and/ or NHS and health care commissioning experience.
- Has the time to commit to four in person Board meetings and four virtual committee meetings per annum as well as the annual in person Board Day, and any relevant events (annual basis).
(2) One new Director for the charity’s trading subsidiary Board of Directors, Midlands Air Ambulance Trading Ltd.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has retail sector experience, with charity retail experience desirable.
- Has the time to commit to four Board meetings, the annual Board Day and any relevant events (annual basis).
Our MAAC Trustees and MAATL Directors are volunteers and are highly valued for their contribution to the Charity. Becoming a MAAC Trustee or MAATL Director will provide you with the opportunity to use your professional skills and life experiences to make a demonstrable impact – helping us to provide outstanding helicopter-led medical services now and in the future.
Closing date Friday 28th June 2024
To provide patients with outstanding pre-hospital care and lifesaving intervention through the operation of helicopter-led emergency medical services.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are hiring! Trustee vacancy
- Time Commitment: typically, 4 hours per month, for a term of 3 years (initial 12-month period)
- Location: Board meetings are held 4 times per year, and we work to find times that are accessible for Board members, which could include evenings and weekends. We meet twice a year in person in Oxford, and twice a year via Teams
- Renumeration: this is a voluntary role and reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed
About Us
An independent charity, The Centre for Sustainable Healthcare (CSH) has been leading efforts to incorporate the values of environmental sustainability into the health sector since its establishment in 2008. Our work is underpinned by CSH’s Principles of Sustainable Clinical Practice: prevention; patient empowerment; lean care systems; low carbon alternatives.
CSH has a particular focus on:
- engaging those on the front line of patient care and promoting the concept of ‘sustainable clinical practice’
- enabling the use of the natural environment at NHS settings to be used as ‘nature-based solutions’ in healthcare.
As a trustee of our charity, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in shaping our organisation's future direction. The Board culture is friendly and lively, with an openness to creative ideas and input. There is a focus on core mission and values to inform decision making processes. The meetings will be focused, effective and inspiring, and led in line with CSH’s overarching aim to transform healthcare for a sustainable future. The Board values diversity and welcomes applicants from a range of backgrounds.
About You
We particularly welcome new trustees who could bring skills and experience in financial management or legal and IP transfer. Though please do not be put off from applying if you do not have any of these skills or if you have never been a Trustee before.
How To Apply
For an informal conversation about the opportunity, please contact us.
To apply, please send an up-to-date CV (or Linkedin profile) and simple covering letter answering two questions:
- why you’re interested in supporting CSH
- what you hope to bring to the Board
Or if you prefer to record your cover letter, verbally or with video, that’s also welcomed. Please contact us if you have any other accessibility needs or if you would like help with applying.
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We're looking for an Honorary Treasurer to join our valued Board of Trustees who will play a pivotal role in ensuring IPEM is well governed and complies with all financial legislation and good practice for charities. This is an exciting time to join IPEM, with an ambitious growth plan agreed for the next 5 years.
The Honorary Treasurer chairs the Institute’s Finance and Business Planning Committee (F&BP), four meetings/year, normally held on line and is also a Trustee and Director of IPEM, attending the Board of Trustees’ four meetings/year, normally 2 in York and 2 in London. The Hon. Treasurer is a member ex officio of the Board of IPEM Enterprises Ltd, IPEM’s wholly owned trading subsidiary, which meets three times per year, usually by teleconference. The Hon Treasurer is also Chair of the IPEM Remuneration Committee which meets once a year by tele-conference.
We anticipate a commitment of 12 - 15 days per year with the meetings during the working day (9 - 5pm).
You do not need to be a member of IPEM, though it is essential you have either senior voluntary sector finance experience or you are a qualified accountant.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The British Association for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (BAPEN) is recruiting for Non- executive Trustees to join the BAPEN Board of Trustees. Finance expertise would be of particular interest.
BAPEN is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) that brings together the strengths of its Core Groups and committees to raise awareness and understanding of malnutrition in all settings and provides education, advice and resources to advance the nutritional care of patients and those at risk from malnutrition in the wider community.
The Charities Act 2011 defines charity trustees as the people responsible under the charity’s governing document for controlling the administration and management of the charity. They are known collectively as the trustee board.
Under charity law the trustees have the ultimate responsibility for managing the affairs of the charity and ensuring that it is well run and delivering the charitable aims and objectives for which it has been set up.
Non-executive Trustees work in partnership with the Board of Trustees, Council and Executive Committee to provide clear vision, mission and strategic direction for the charity to:
Contribute to the development of the charity’s future strategic goals, ensuring that the best interests of its membership as well as those who care for and are effected by malnutrition are always at the top of the agenda.
Ensure the highest levels of transparency, audit, governance and accountability in the activities of the charity.
Provide strategic leadership and direction to the charity through oversight of and contribution to key strategy documents as well as by setting strategic priorities.
Have an awareness and understanding of the national policy context and of local needs of those whom the charity serves.
Develop and review the charity’s internal controls to ensure that they identify the risks and opportunities to enable the charity to be sustainable and relevant for all of its stakeholders.
Work with other Trustees, Executive Officers and Council members in a supportive, helpful and constructive way to ensure the board is effective.
Ensure that effective arrangements are in place to provide assurance on risk management, governance and internal control whilst ensuring openness and transparency in decision making.
Ensure the charity establishes key objectives and control and management frameworks to deliver the agreed plans, identifies and assesses the risk of achieving them and regularly monitors performance to ensure appropriate corrective action can be taken.
Be familiar with the articles of association of the charity and awareness of its powers, duties and objectives.
Be familiar with and ensure compliance with the charity’s funding agreements.
Represent the charity in a positive manner with national, regional or local bodies or individuals in order to enhance the position of the charity.
Lead or participate in relevant board committees or task groups of the charity.
Contribute to the appointment and, if necessary, removal of the President as well as participation in the recruitment and selection of future non-executive trustees.
Work as part of a team, and to accept shared responsibility and accountability for the successful running of the charity.
Non-executive trustees are subject to charity legislation and are obliged to:
Act within your powers (for example in accordance with the constitution and associated charity documentation.
Promote the success of the charity.
Exercise independent judgment.
Exercise reasonable skill, care and diligence.
Avoid conflicts of interest.
Not to accept benefits from third parties and declare any interest in transactions.
Person Specification
Every trustee is expected to abide by the charity’s governance and display selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
Skills and experience
Essential:
Critical listening and the ability to ask effective questions
Strategic thinking
Excellent communication
Problem solving and analysis
Desirable: Some or all of the following:
Understanding of data
Finance and/or accounting knowledge
HR experience
Knowledge of the healthcare sector and the NHS
Leadership and management
Risk management
Legal/contracts expertise, particularly knowledge of charity law
Marketing and communications
Time commitment
The term of office will be 3 years with up to 2 term renewals. Trustees must be willing and able to contribute sufficient time to deliver the role effectively. There are up to 4 Trustee meetings per year, with additional quarterly council meetings that Trustees are encouraged to attend. These meetings will be a combination of virtual and face to face.
Often trustees may sit on a committee focused on an area where they have knowledge of, or are particularly interested in; for example, communications or education.
You will also be expected to undertake any training required to enable you to discharge your role effectively.
BAPEN* is a Charitable Association that raises awareness of malnutrition.
Summary of BAPEN
BAPEN is a Charitable Association that raises awareness of malnutrition and works to advance the nutritional care of patients and those at risk from malnutrition in the wider community. The charity brings together the strengths of its Core Groups and committees to raise awareness and understanding of malnutrition in all settings and provides education, advice and resources to advance the nutritional care of patients and those at risk from malnutrition in the wider community.
Responsibilities of a Charity Trustee
The Charities Act 2011 defines Charity Trustees as the people responsible under the Charity’s governing document for controlling the administration and management of the charity. They are known collectively as the Trustee Board. Under charity law the trustees have the responsibility for directing the affairs of the charity, ensuring that it is well run and delivers the charitable outcomes for which it has been set up.
The Treasurer will take up a role on the BAPEN Board of Trustees and, with the support of the BAPEN office and the other board members, will be integral in ensuring that it fulfills its obligation to provide financial oversight for the charity.
Role and information
The Treasurer will be supported by the Board of Trustees and the BAPEN office who act as the secretariat and will provide comprehensive support with administration and finance to enable the treasurer to carry out the following tasks:
Draft and present annual budgets, financial statements, reports and annual accounts to the Council and the wider membership at the AGM, with the support of the finance expert in the BAPEN office.
Work with the BAPEN office and the Board of Trustees to ensure that the financial resources of the charity are sufficient to meet its present and future needs.
Ensuring that current policies, including investment, reserves and finance policies are kept up-to-date, working with support from the Board of Trustees, and to monitor investment activity.
Work with the BAPEN office to ensure that existing accounting procedures and controls remain appropriate and are in place.
Work with the Trustees to identify the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plans and contribute to the fundraising strategy.
Make investment recommendations in line with the aims and objectives of the charity.
Ensure that the accounts are prepared and disclosed as required by the Charity Commission.
Work with the BAPEN Accountants to ensure that the accounts are scrutinised in the manner required (independent examination or audit) and any recommendations are implemented. Independent auditors are currently in place.
Keep the Board of Trustees and the committees informed about their financial duties and responsibilities.
Approve supplier payments, expense requests, monitor income and expenditure against budget and work with the BAPEN office to report on variables.
Work with BAPEN’s appointed legal support surrounding contracts and other legal matters when required.
The Treasurer is registered as the Caldicott Guardian for BAPEN.
A significant shadow period with the current Treasurer will help ensure a positive learning opportunity to gain confidence in this role. Comprehensive administration support as well as finance advice and expertise will be always at the Treasurers disposal. Support will also be provided on policy, budgeting, and strategy from the Board of Trustees.
BAPEN will also fund bespoke Financial Trustee training to equip the successful candidate with all the necessary skills to fulfil the role. The training can be delivered online or in person and support will be provided on an ongoing basis.
BAPEN* is a Charitable Association that raises awareness of malnutrition.
Trustee - The Hospice Lottery Partnership
The Hospice Lottery Partnership was formed in 1997 to raise funds for its partner charities who care for people in their community when they need it most, via a weekly lottery and seasonal Superdraw Raffles.
Tha charity is interested in receiving applications from individuals keen to provide strategic and financial direction to our organisation. It is a not-for-profit social enterprise company, returning all operational surpluses to the charities it supports.
We are the leading UK charity for doctors, medical students and their families. We are looking for two working doctors to join our trustee Board.Ideally applicants should have direct knowledge of the challenges currently facing the NHS. As well as relevant experience within the medical profession, expertise in the areas of equality, diversity, and inclusion would also be of interest, and we encourage applicants from across the UK.
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund provides support and advice to members of the medical profession and their dependents at times of crisis and serious need. We have made significant progress over the last few years growing our reach and increasing our impact. As the medical profession continues to change, we want to build on our successes, and continue to meet new and emerging needs. We are very fortunate to have a high profile and dedicated trustee board which includes senior representatives from across the medical profession, and we are looking for suitable candidates who can join the board to help provide strategic direction to the charity.
We are looking for a Chair with knowledge of UK midwifery care and maternity provision with charity governance, leadership skills and experience to help us grow and keep increasing our impact.
Help midwives and student midwives make a difference to the care of babies, mothers and birthing people.
The main responsibilities of the Chair of Trustees are to:
- Coordinate the activities of the Iolanthe Midwifery Trust and its trustees
- Take the lead on ensuring that the trustees comply with their duties
- Ensure the charity is well governed, according to the requirements of the Charity Commission
- Oversee the awards process and host the Awards Ceremony
- Oversee the financial affairs of the Trust, working with the Financial Trustee, the Executive Director and the auditors
You will be supported by an Executive Director (part-time), Administrator (part-time).
As a UK-wide organisation the work of the Chair will be largely home-based (including video conferencing), but face-to-face meetings and liaison with other organisations may be required at times.
The Iolanthe Midwifery Trust welcomes candidates from a diverse background and from historically excluded communities. We recognise that candidates may have disabilities and health challenges, both visible and invisible. We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments at any stage in the process
We have a comprehensive trustee induction process in place to support you in your new role.
Knowledge and experience of UK midwifery care and maternity provision will be of great advantage to the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
METRO is an equality and diversity charity based in London, delivering services across the capital, East, and South East of England. We provide services across five domains: Sexual and Reproductive Health, Community, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Youth and HIV. We are looking for new Trustees to join our governing Board to support the charity and are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with a Black, Asian or ethnic minority background, young people between the ages of 18 – 25 years, are lesbian, trans or non-binary, and/or those with clinical or financial experience.
Our vision is of a world where health and well-being decisions are based upon timely, trusted and relevant evidence.
The Cochrane Collaboration (Cochrane) is an international network of researchers, health professionals, patients, carers, and people passionate about improving health outcomes who share a common purpose to gather and summarise the best evidence from research to inform decisions about health and care.
Treasurer
Unremunerated (Travel costs and reasonable out of pocket expenses are covered.)
Remote with occasional travel
Time Commitment – approx. 15 days per year.
Cochrane is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join the Governing Board. In this key role you will advise and support at both Board and Executive level to ensure that the organisation is making informed and considered financial decisions, continues to be financially healthy and guide the Board in fulfilling all its financial duties and responsibilities.
As Cochrane is a complex, global organisation operating in a rapidly changing area, this will suit a highly motivated, dynamic and experienced strategic leader, who brings:
· Significant leadership experience, including reporting to/contributing to decision making at Board level with strong influencing, advocacy and communication skills
· Substantial experience of management accounting and a good understanding of the UK charity regulations and third sector governance
· A track record of success in contributing to the success of a complex organisation, including experience in providing financial advice, support and guidance to an organisation undergoing significant change
· Understands and can example good practice in corporate governance
The successful applicant should be available to take up the post before the current Treasurer steps down in September 2024.
Cochrane is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Cochrane welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability.
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: Wednesday 5th June
Interviews with Cochrane: w/c 24th June
Available for start:September 2024
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Do you want to help stop needless deaths from sepsis and help improve recovery of those affected by Sepsis. UKST are looking to recruit additional Trustees to its established Board
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that affects 245,000 people in the UK every year. At least 48,000 of those people lose their lives to the condition. We believe that earlier diagnosis and treatment across the UK would save thousands more lives a year.
The UK Sepsis Trust (UKST) was founded in 2012. Founder and Executive Director, Dr Ron Daniels BEM, is an NHS Consultant in Intensive Care:
“We seek to save lives from sepsis, and improve outcomes for survivors, by educating healthcare professionals, raising public awareness, providing support for those affected by this devastating condition and political lobbying. We will protect people by enabling the prevention of severe infection and the treatment of sepsis, whist helping to ensure antibiotics are used responsibly.”
The UK Sepsis Trust has ambitious plans to increase awareness, educate wider networks beyond direct care health professionals and provide support to an ever-increasing population of survivors and bereaved. We are seeking to diversify the existing Trustee Board by gaining access to broader and deeper skills, backgrounds, and experiences. Our Trustees work in partnership with our Chairman and Chief Executives to ensure our resources are applied to maximum effect to achieve our purpose – through a clear vision and strategy, whilst exercising stewardship to operate an appropriate framework of governance.
We are particularly interested in candidates from various backgrounds including:
- Clinical/Sepsis
- Finance & Charity governance
- Corporate Fundraising engagement
- Digital, web and apps
Key Tasks and Responsibilities will include:
- Working with the Chairman, fellow Trustees and Management Team to ensure UKST’s cultural values and ethos are fully understood and adhered to throughout the organisation
- Encouraging team-working and collaboration across the charity’s activities including supporters and volunteers
- Along with fellow Trustees, making decisions that will best enable the charity to carry out its purposes. Contributing to balanced and informed decisions about the long term as well as the short-term requirements for UKST
- Ensuring the Charity’s assets and resources are only used to support it carrying out its purpose
- Providing ad hoc advice to the Management Team on specific topics relevant to their skills and knowledge
- Keeping up to date with Charity Commission legislation changes
- Continually monitoring the Trust’s progress to determine if strategic priorities need to be adjusted
Person Specification
- Significant leadership experience and commitment to our purpose
- Ability to drive organisational change and navigate growth
- Willingness and ability to understand responsibilities and liabilities as Trustees of a Charity
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement, and work effectively as a Board member
- Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion, and numeracy to the extent required to understand the financial records and accounts
Time Commitment
The time commitment of the Trustees is variable but as a minimum they are required to attend the following:
- The Trustees have four formal meetings each year with the management team (2 of which are in person in either Birmingham/London).
- In addition there are four informal meetings with the management team along with regular Trustee only meetings which are all held virtually
- The Finance and Governance Trustee would also be required to attend four finance and audit committee meetings per year.
If you are interested in joining the team please apply with a cover letter and CV.
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Are you passionate about mental health and helping those struggling with body image issues and related disorders? Been There, a start-up mental health charity, is currently seeking a safeguarding trustee to join our dedicated team.
What will you be doing?
Job Summary:
As a safeguarding trustee, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our service users. You will work closely with our staff and volunteers to implement safeguarding policies and procedures, provide guidance and support, and help to create a safe and inclusive environment for all individuals.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic
- Consider the organisation’s strategic plans and make sure they reflect safeguarding legislation and expectations of the Charities Commission.
- Work with the CEO and DSL regularly to review and ensure charity policies are creating a safer culture and keeping people safe.
- Check the organisation’s risk register reflects safeguarding risks properly and plans sensible measures to take.
- Make sure there is space on the agenda for safeguarding reports and help trustees understand and challenge those reports.
Effective policy and practice
- Make sure there is a 6 monthly review of safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Understand the monitoring your charity does to see whether policies and procedures are effective.
- Learn from case reviews locally and nationally, to improve your organisation’s policies/procedures.
- Oversee safeguarding allegations against staff or volunteers, together with CEO and DSL.
- Be a point of contact for staff or volunteers if someone wishes to complain about a lack of action in relation to safeguarding concerns.
Creating the right culture
- Champion safeguarding throughout the organisation.
- Attend relevant safeguarding training events (virtually)
- Support the trustees in developing their individual and collective understanding of safeguarding.
- Support regular safeguarding updates for staff, volunteers and beneficiaries.
- Make sure you have ways of gathering the views of staff and volunteers in relation to safeguarding and sharing these with the board.
What are we looking for?
- Qualifications and Experience:
- 5+ years experience in safeguarding, ideally within a mental health/charity setting (essential)
- Previous trustee/governance experience is not essential but would be desirable.
- Knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation/policies/procedures.
- Commitment to promoting positive body image and mental well-being.
- Understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals with body image issues and related disorders would be beneficial.
- Skills: Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Commitment: Ability to commit time for board meetings, committee involvement, and preparation work. Expected to attend quarterly board meetings and contribute to special projects as needed
What difference will you make?
Been There is a charity in the form of an app that connects people aged 18 and over with a vetted and trained mentor to help with any body image issues they may be experiencing. This gives them the opportunity to speak to someone who has ‘Been There’ themselves. Our Mentors are here to support, empower and, most importantly, listen.
The Trustees are a core part of the team and very hands on. We have a tight knit team, and your governance support will ensure we are always acting in the best interests of our service users and team.
How to Apply:
To apply for the Safeguarding Trustee position at Been There Mental Health Charity, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.
We look forward to welcoming a dedicated individual to our team and making a difference in the lives of those we support.
We are an app-based charity that connects people over 18 with a vetted and trained Mentor (who has also 'been there') to help with body image issues.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Trustees play a vital role in making sure that Candlelighters achieves its core purpose by overseeing the overall management and administration of the charity. Candlelighters has recently been shortlisted for a Charity Governance Award
Location: Woodhouse Square, Leeds, LS3 1AD
Time commitment: Trustee meetings are held quarterly in the evening (either in person or via Teams), with additional time required for preparation. We have an annual Hearts & Minds Workshop which is usually a full day in November. There are also opportunities to join sub-committees if you wish.
Trustee Board
The Trustee Board is made up of parents, medical staff and business individuals; each one bringing their own unique skills. We are now recruiting a new Independent Trustee to join the Board
It is not necessary to have previous board/trustee experience as training will be provided.
We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds. We particularly want to recruit more women, young people and candidates from ethnic communities to increase the diversity across the board.
We are looking for skills and experience in one or more of the following:
- Fundraising strategy and performance
- Business Development
- Law/Legal
- Health and Safety
The Statutory Duties of a Trustee
- To ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
- To ensure that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document
- To ensure the organisation uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects: the organisation must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objects, no matter how worthwhile or charitable those activities are
- To contribute actively to the Board’s role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets
- To safeguard the good name and values of the organisation
- To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation
- To ensure the financial stability of the organisation
- To protect and manage the property of the charity and to ensure the proper investment of the charity’s funds.
Other Duties
In addition to the above statutory duties, each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve:
- Scrutinising board papers.
- Leading discussions.
- Focusing on key issues.
- Providing guidance on new initiatives.
- Other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.
- Willingness and approachability to deal with enquiries from staff or trustees.
- Ability to make recommendations based on sound advice.
The role will be subject to a DBS check and a ‘Fit and Proper’ person’s declaration will be required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Cornwall Air Ambulance operates 19 hours a day, 365 days a year, delivering over 1100 critical care missions annually across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. As the first helicopter emergency medical service in the UK, Cornwall Air Ambulance holds a special place in people’s hearts, whether resident or visitor to the county. Thanks to their generosity, our Charity can not only continue to grow, but also embrace innovation and encourage aspiration.
We are now seeking to appoint a new Chair to lead our Trustee Board. With previous experience of high-level board operations, you will be comfortable in a senior, public facing role. You will also have a sound understanding of what good governance looks and feels like. Demonstrating sound judgement and leadership, your ability to control and manage meetings is critical, encouraging scrutiny and respectful challenge, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and that the Board remains focussed and strategic.
For further information about Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust, the role and how to apply, please download our information pack. We look forward to hearing from you.