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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Chair to the Board of Trustees

We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated individual to take on the voluntary role of Chair of the Board of Trustees. This pivotal position ensures strong leadership and strategic oversight, working collaboratively with fellow trustees and the senior management team to shape the charity’s future.

Building on our successes to date, we want a new Chair to lead us through the next exciting phase of our journey. You will have a strong background and track record of providing leadership at board and/or senior executive level and will have a passion for supporting the early years in life for a better future. You should have the judgement and vision to operate effectively at strategic level and you should demonstrate the skills and expertise to help drive our mission forward.

Experience required

Proven leadership or management experience within a childcare setting, ideally at Board level.
Strategic thinker who can support and challenge the team constructively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and passion for supporting families.

Travel expenses

Relevant expenses will be refunded, by BACS, within 7 days of presentation of the expense claim with relevant proof of purchase.

Support
Training details

The existing Board of Trustee members will provide ongoing support and background information regarding the role/ organisation etc.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
https://www.oscr.org.uk/media/3621/v10_guidance-and-good-practice-for-charity-trustees.pdf

Availability
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Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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