Trustee

Help shape the future of Worcester Community Trust

Worcester Community Trust is looking for committed and enthusiastic individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help us continue making a positive difference to communities across Worcester.

Our Trustees play an important role in setting the strategic direction of the charity, ensuring strong governance, overseeing finances and risk, and supporting the organisation to remain sustainable and effective.

About the role

As a Trustee, you will work with fellow Board members to:

• Help shape the vision, mission, values and future direction of WCT.
• Contribute to strategic planning and monitor organisational performance.
• Provide support and constructive challenge to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team.
• Ensure good governance and compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain oversight of finances, resources, risk and organisational sustainability.
• Protect the reputation and values of Worcester Community Trust.
• Use your own skills, knowledge and experience to support effective board decision-making.

Who are we looking for?

You do not need previous Trustee experience. We are interested in people who care about Worcester and its communities and who can bring experience, knowledge or a different perspective to our Board.

We particularly welcome skills or experience in areas such as finance, HR, governance, business, property and facilities, health & safety, safeguarding, community development, fundraising, marketing or the voluntary/public sector.

We also value local knowledge and lived experience and want our Board to reflect the communities we serve.

What you will gain:

This is an opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful contribution to communities across Worcester.
• Help influence the future direction of an established local charity.
• Use your skills and experience to support positive change.
• Develop your knowledge and experience of charity governance and leadership.

Trustees receive appropriate induction, information and support to help them fulfil their role.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more about becoming a Trustee with Worcester Community Trust, we would be delighted to hear from you.

To express your interest or for an informal conversation about the role please contact Helen Davis CEO of Worcester Communtiy Trust on 07823791613 or email helend@worcestercommunitytrust.org.uk.