Volunteer Volunteer Trustee - Treasurer for The Baked Bean Charity

What will you be doing?

The Baked Bean Charity is at an exciting period! The Board of Trustees are recruiting a Treasurer with the skills and expertise to develop the charity and bring it to the forefront of social care and learning disability arts. We are seeking someone with experience in being a trustee who can put their knowledge and expertise into supporting the charity. We are seeking passionate people who are able to lead the board. Knowledge in at least one of the following areas is essential: -        Charity finance (SORP) -        Charity growth -        Legal knowledge  -        Experience of social care and/or learning disabilities. -        Fundraising -        Marketing -        Being a trustee   Please apply if you have experience being a trustee or have a clear understanding of what the role involves. Successful candidates will: ·        Have a strong background in finance and an understanding of a charities needs. ·        Have experience of being a charity trustee or be able to demonstrate knowledge of the requirements. ·        Be a passionate person with a drive for equality. ·        Have a proactive approach to being a trustee and supporting the development of the charity. ·        Being able to commit time and skills to support the growth and the development of the charity. ·        Be committed to supporting the Baked Bean Charity to continue providing outstanding quality services. ·        Be dedicated to considering the needs of the service users during all decision making. Time commitment: Up to 5 hours per month (flexible) The Board is developing at a fast rate.  Trustees met up approximately six times a year. The meeting will last approximately 2.5 hours.  Some staff and trustee mentoring time of up to 2.5 hours may be a requirement in-between meeting. Board meetings will happen in Wandsworth or Merton and online via Zoom.      

What are we looking for?

We are specifically looking for people with the skills and experience to fill the position of Treasurer.  Individuals applying for the position of Treasurer should be experienced leaders with strategic finance knowledge and preferably health and social care. They should have a clear understanding of charity governance and development.     

What difference will you make?

The Baked Bean Charity is a vibrant, thriving, and exciting service for people with learning disabilities. The charity’s unique offering includes performance-based services such as Dance, Drama, Choir and DJing, sporting services such as Zumba and boxing, and social activities such as club nights and holidays. The Baked Bean charity promotes the social inclusion of all people with learning disabilities. Our Theatre in Education group works closely with our community partners to provide them with training and learning opportunities, ultimately improving inclusion, and understanding in society. The Baked Bean Charity prioritises person centred working to ensure that service users are achieving their goals and living happy and fulfilled lives. The service adapts to the needs and wants of the clients, attracting service users from all surrounding boroughs, supporting over 180 people every week!