Trustee; Finance). Hadham Education & Training

Location
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Much Hadham, Hertfordshire

Commitment
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Approx. 8 - 10 meetings per year + preparation

Type
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Voluntary position (reasonable travel expenses reimbursed)

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact? Do you have strong financial expertise and a desire to use your skills to support a charity with a 120-year legacy of transforming lives?

Our client is looking for a committed and values-driven Trustee (Finance) to join their Board and play a vital role in shaping their future. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic leadership of a specialist organisation supporting children, young people and adults with epilepsy and a wide range of complex needs.

Set within extensive Hertfordshire countryside, our client includes a non-maintained Special Education School, seven registered Children’s Homes, a Sixth Form, a specialist Further Education College, Supported Living services, adult learning and Day Opportunities, and 24-hour health provision delivered by expert nurses and therapists.

As they continue to grow and evolve, your insight and expertise will help ensure their services remain safe, sustainable, and outstanding.

• Provide strategic oversight and help drive the long‑term vision.
• Use your financial skills to support the Finance, Audit & Risk and Investment Committees.
• Offer constructive challenge and strong governance.
• Help monitor performance, risk, investment decisions, and financial sustainability.
• Champion the organisation's values.
• Act as an ambassador for their mission and Catholic ethos.

This is a rewarding role where you will work alongside talented Trustees and leaders who are deeply committed to improving outcomes for the people they support.

• Senior‑level experience in finance, accounting, audit, banking, or investment.
• Strong strategic thinking, independence of mind and sound judgement.
• A commitment to good governance and ethical leadership.
• The ability to collaborate, support, question and influence at Board level.
• A willingness to embrace and support our client's Catholic ethos.
• Time and dedication to prepare for and attend meetings.

Professional finance qualifications (e.g., accountant or auditor) are highly desirable, particularly for the Finance, Audit & Risk Committee.

• Around 5 Board meetings per year (4 half‑day, 1 full day).
• Membership of at least one Board committee (4–6 meetings annually).
• Occasional monitoring visits to site.
• Preparation time for reading papers and training.
• Meetings are normally held in Much Hadham, with remote attendance available where necessary.

This is a voluntary role, and reasonable travel expenses are reimbursed.

By becoming a Trustee with our client, you'll be part of an organisation with deep roots, strong values, and an unwavering commitment to enabling people with complex needs to thrive. Your contribution will directly support the sustainability, quality and impact of their services and help shape the next chapter of a remarkable charity.

We would love to hear from you. Apply now!