Age UK Somerset's mission is to improve life for the older people of Somerset and North Somerset.
There is much to celebrate about getting older, but our later years can also prove challenging: loss ...
Trustee
Contact person
Kate Barrington
#106512
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Summary
Are you looking for a new and worthwhile challenge? We are looking for new Trustees to join our Board and shape the future of Age UK Somerset.
Detailed description
Are you looking for a new and worthwhile challenge?
Do you have the enthusiasm and desire to help older people across Somerset and North Somerset live their best lives?
Age UK Somerset is a leading independent charity dedicated to understanding, supporting and promoting the interests of older people in our area. Due to a recent retirement, we are now seeking a new Trustee to join our Board.
We are inviting applications from enthusiastic and motivated people who share our commitment to the charity’s aims and core values.
The Role
As a Trustee, you will help ensure that Age UK Somerset has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction, and that the organisation is well-governed and effective in achieving its purpose. Trustees have collective responsibility for the charity’s compliance, prudence and care.
You should be prepared to give time for reading Board papers, attending around five daytime meetings each year (usually on Wednesdays), and keeping informed about the charity’s work and the issues affecting older people locally.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals who can bring experience in areas such as finance, HR, marketing, health, communications, or community engagement. All backgrounds will be considered.
What we offer
This is a voluntary, unpaid position, but essential out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed.
Age UK Somerset is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
How to express your interest
Please write to/email our Chief Executive Phil Dolan outlining the reasons for your application. Or get in touch for an informal chat.
email: info @ ageuksomerset .org .uk (without spaces)
Address: Age UK Somerset, Ash House, Cook Way, Bindon Road, Taunton TA2 6BJ
What volunteers need
😇 Disclosure and Barring Service
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs
🤝 Extra support
About Age UK Somerset
Age UK Somerset's mission is to improve life for the older people of Somerset and North Somerset.
There is much to celebrate about getting older, but our later years can also prove challenging: loss of confidence, lack of mobility, financial pressures and suffering from loneliness and isolation are just some of the issues our local older people face.
We offer a wide range of popular and well-used services and activities specifically developed to meet the needs of the over 60s and we need Volunteers to help us run them. These include our Wellbeing Service - including Walk and Talk, Wellbeing Friends and Friendly Phone Calls - Maintenance Cognitive Stimulation Therapy ‘Memory Connections’ groups, Information and Advice service and lots of fun Ageing Well activity sessions. These services can not be provided without the support of our wonderful Volunteers.
As a Volunteer, whatever time you can afford to give and whichever of our many roles you decide suits you the best, your contribution will be helping more older people to enjoy a happier and healthier later life.
NOW more than ever WE NEED YOUR HELP…. A lot of older people are turning to us for support and these services can only continue with the support of people like you.