Chair of Trustees
Living On Bereavement Service
Living On Bereavement Service is seeking a Chair of Trustees to lead our Board, support our CEO and help shape the charity’s future growth. We’re looking for someone with senior leadership, strategic or business experience who can strengthen governance, develop partnerships and help us reach more bereaved children, young people and families. Join us to make a lasting difference in our local community.
Living On Bereavement Service is seeking an experienced and committed Chair of Trustees to help lead our Board and support the next stage of our charity’s development. Founded in 2016, Living On supports bereaved children, young people and families through therapeutic support, group work and community activities. We are looking for someone with strong leadership and strategic skills who can lead an effective Board, provide support and constructive challenge to our CEO, and help us grow our services and reach more families. The role includes overseeing good governance and safeguarding, strengthening our Board, and helping develop partnerships and opportunities for the charity. We would particularly welcome applications from people with senior leadership, CEO, board-level or organisational development experience. Previous charity trustee experience would be beneficial but is not essential. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to bereaved children and families while helping shape the future of a growing local charity. To find out more or express an interest, please contact Living On Bereavement Service at info@livingon.org.uk or visit www.livingon.org.uk.
Business, Management & Research,Trusteeships & Committees
IT skills - basic, IT Skills - good, Teaching, mentoring & coaching, Project Management
The volunteer should have senior leadership, business or board-level experience, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead meetings, think strategically and support a CEO. They should be confident providing constructive challenge, making decisions, building relationships and contributing to organisational growth. An understanding of governance, safeguarding and trustee responsibilities is important. A commitment to supporting bereaved children, young people and families is essential. Previous charity trustee experience is desirable but not essential.
This is an opportunity to use your leadership and professional skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of bereaved children, young people and families. You will gain valuable experience in charity governance, strategic planning and organisational development, work collaboratively with a committed team, build new networks and help shape the future of a growing local charity. The role offers the personal satisfaction of contributing your expertise to a cause that makes a lasting difference in the community.
Time commitment: Approximately 4–6 hours per month, including Board meetings and regular contact with the CEO. Meetings are hybrid so do have the option to join online
BR6 7RH
The Parish Room Skibbs Lane, Orpington
In Chelsfield Village R7 bus stops outside the five bells pub
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