Trustee - Clinical/Fundraising
Fitzroy
The Vacancy
Could you share your expertise to enable people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health issues to live gloriously ordinary lives?
Have you got credibility and passion to make a difference?
If the answer is yes, why not consider becoming a FitzRoy Trustee?
About us
FitzRoy is a pioneering national charity, providing a range of support to people who need support to enable them to live independent lives. Our vision is a society where people are treated as equals within inclusive communities and empowered to ensure their rights and aspirations are met.
About the role
As a Trustee, you will have the opportunity to influence our development, and with the other members of our Board, you will be responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity.
We are seeking two new trustees from communities currently under-represented on our board, specifically those with Black or Asian heritage and women. We value a range of mixed voices and aspire to a governance which reflects the diversity of our workforce and the people we support.
Trustee experience or experience in the charity or social care sector is not required, and training and mentorship will be available to those interested in developing their leadership skills through being a Trustee.
At this time, we are particularly interested in speaking to people with knowledge and expertise in the following areas:
- Clinical/health/mental health
- Fundraising
We encourage applications from those with a personal experience of learning disabilities, autism or mental health issues.
In return If you are able to commit your time and energy you will be rewarded by being part of a forward thinking charity dedicated to transforming lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health issues. This is a voluntary role, with paid travel expenses requiring approximately one day per month of your time.
To apply please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
About Us
FitzRoy is a national charity, set up 60 years ago by brave parents as a pioneering alternative to institutional care. Their values remain the values of FitzRoy today – we see the person, we are brave and we are creative – and they thread through everything we do.
We support hundreds of people with a range of needs. You could be supporting someone with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries or mental health support needs. Many of the people we support also have physical impairments or other health issues. Working for us will give you an opportunity to learn, to grow and to transform lives. Join us today.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday rising with service
- Staff recognition scheme
- Leadership development programme
- Healthcare cashback plan and employee assistance programme
- Team bonus scheme (service based roles)
- Pension and life assurance
Fitzroy reserve the right to close job adverts early should we receive a sufficient quality of applicants or if business need dictates.