Job Description

WOODLANDS HOSPICE CHARITABLE TRUST

ROLE OF THE WOODLANDS HOSPICE TRUSTEE

Being a Trustee

Every charity has a Board of Trustees – a group of volunteers who ensure that the charity is effective in carrying out the purpose for which it was set. Trustees have responsibilities for overseeing the work of the charity, ensuring it is financially stable, well run, compliant and fulfilling of the charity objectives.

Woodlands Board of Trustees has a wide range of expertise and every Trustee is  passionate about the care we provide to our patients and their families. Trustees of the charity are also Directors of the Company, legally responsible for the Woodlands Hospice Charitable Trust Limited.

Our Board of Trustees currently meet four times a year for two-hour evening meetings, as well as for one ‘Away Day’ each year. They also attend quarterly subcommittee meetings relating to their field of expertise and extraordinary meetings for unplanned matters that requires discussion or decision.

Ideally, the minimum term for a Trustee is three years, with a maximum of three terms (nine years).

What you do as a Trustee

• Use your insight and experience to help us achieve our goals and ambitions

• Contribute to strategic thinking and planning particularly regarding the future direction of the Hospice

• Act in the best interests of the Hospice

• Act as an ambassador for the charity

• Attend all Board meeting and allocated designated sub committees plus other visits as required.

• Work closely with the Chief Executive and Senior Managers

Skills and attributes required to be a Woodlands Hospice Trustee

We are looking for skilled and passionate Trustees to help us strengthen and bring diversity to our Board. We are particularly looking for candidates who have specific expertise in any of the following areas

• Finance (Treasurer)

• Governance

• Pastoral

• Fundraising

• Business/Marketing

You do not necessarily need to have previous experience of being a Trustee, however we are looking for people who are

• Passionate about the work of the Hospice

• Committed

• Bring specific knowledge and experience

• Can think strategically, critically and maintain confidentiality.

We especially welcome applications from people who represent our diverse community as it’s important that our team reflect the community we serve at every level within the charity.

How to apply

To apply, please send a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and inspiration to become a Woodlands Hospice Trustee.

The deadline for expression of interest is Monday 21st June 2021. If your skills match our search you will be invited for an initial discussion with the Hospice Chief Executive to explore the role further.