Trustee

Homelink Day Respite Care Centre

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Basic IT skills - internet & email, Managing People, Organising & Planning, People Skills

PERSON SPECIFICATION We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking of the Board. Previous governance experience is not necessary, induction and training are provided. We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds. Essential • Willingness and ability to understand and accept their legal responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation. • A commitment to the organisation • A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort, examples being attendance at Board Meetings, taking an active role in Committees as a trustee you are assigned to work on and volunteer time. • An ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board and team member. • Effective communication skills and a willingness to speak their mind. • A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Currently desirable (but not exclusively) • lived experience of having been a carer • experience of working in the voluntary sector • knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting older people and their carers. • experience of fundraising through campaigns, businesses, or events. • marketing / communications skills and experience • representative of the local community.

An opportunity to develop skills, gain experience in governance, be part of a dedicated and friendly multi skilled team and to feel part of an organisation providing a much needed service to the local community.

TIME COMMITMENT • Approximately 2 hours a week on average but not spread evenly across the year. This may often be in larger blocks of time and include: • Attending 6 Board meetings annually. Currently meetings are held bi-monthly in person at Homelink • Attending subcommittees of the Board, which are also bi-monthly. • Ad hoc and occasional support through working groups and/or support to the CEO and management team • Representing Homelink at events such as networking, recruitment, fundraising and social.

Further location details may be provided below.

Jacqui Parris

Hospital Bridge Road, Whitton, Twickenham, Middlesex

TW2 6DE

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If you are interested in applying, please contact Jacqui Parris at Jacqui.parris@homelinkdaycare.co.uk or call 0208 255 1992 to find out more.