Chair of Trustees

Devizes - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Salary: Voluntary (Expenses Paid)

Hours of work: Approx. 1525 days/year - 3-year Trustee term with annual renewal as Chair (up to 2 consecutive terms)

Contract type: Temporary

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Community Firstdirect for further information.

A bit about us:

Community First is a leading charity supporting vibrant communities and brighter futures across Wiltshire and Swindon. We are seeking a visionary Chair of Trustees with a passion for local communities to lead our strategic development and governance. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on local communities through innovative programmes including youth services outdoor education community development and employability programmes.

As Chair you will:

Lead Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting.
Support and collaborate with the CEO and Leadership Team.
Act as a figurehead and advocate for the charity.
Guide Board development and ensure effective decision-making.
Uphold the charitys values legal compliance and strategic goals.

We are ideally looking for someone with:

Experience as a Trustee or operating at Board/leadership level.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
A passion for community development and youth services.
Business VCSE sector or partnership experience.

Find out more and apply:

For more information about the role please download the Chair of Trustees Information Pack apply for the role please send a short statement (maximum of 2 pages) and a CV to Nicky Theobald at

Closing date (and time):16th October 2025

Interview date:November 2025

Commencement date:TBC

Information Pack

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DescriptionSalary: Voluntary (Expenses Paid)Hours of work: Approx. 1525 days/year - 3-year Trustee term with annual renewal as Chair (up to 2 consecutive terms)Contract type: TemporaryThis is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Community Firstdirect for further information.A bit...