Trustee

Welwyn Hatfield Community And Voluntary Services Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity is seeking a Trustee to join their team, focusing on overseeing the management of the Almshouse in Broxbourne. The role includes ensuring compliance with housing legislation and supporting the wellbeing of residents. Ideal candidates will be 18 or older and must undergo a DBS check. This long-term commitment offers a chance to impact the community positively, working collaboratively with other Trustees on various management issues.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or older.
• Criminal record check (DBS) is required.
• Interest in homelessness and housing support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management and upkeep of the Almshouse.
• Work with other Trustees in Board meetings.
• Ensure compliance with housing legislation requirements.

Job description

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Dame Letitia Monson Almshouse are looking for a Trustee to join their team. You will be working with the other Trustees to oversee the management of The Dame Letitia Monson Almshouse in Broxbourne.

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

District: Broxbourne

Location: Indoor

Time of day: To Be Discussed

Practical Considerations: A DBS check will be needed for this role.

Requirements: Will require a criminal record check (DBS)

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over, University students, Older People

Suitable for volunteers interested in: Homelessness & Housing Support, Trusteeship & Governance, Voluntary & Community Action

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: No

The Charity is run by a Board of Trustees, that meets around four times a year. The Trustees role is to work with the other Trustees to oversee the management and upkeep of the Almshouse, built in 1793. The Trustees deal, as required, using contractors where necessary, with all the practical issues in the upkeep of a Grade 2 listed building and look after the well-being of the seven female residents. The Trustees have Board meetings where we discuss the current issues and actions, such as meeting the housing legislation requirements and residents' welfare. Clerical back-up is provided from the Board and the Treasurer works with the Trustees on matters with financial implications.