Volunteer Lead Trustee for Safeguarding

What will you be doing?

We are looking for someone who will enjoy being part of our community and support the work at our two retreat centres.  We're seeking a Trustee who:

providing leadership to the Othona Community and the Board with regards to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.  will speak up and challenge when things aren't being done correctly. is organised and comfortable working with safeguarding policies and guidelines. can supporting the Warden and Local Committee Chair when any safeguarding incidents, complaints or issues arise.

As a Trustee you will lead on Safeguarding working in partnership with out Trustee lead for Compliance on our Safety Sub Committee.  The Trustee Board meets quarterly online for no more than 90 minutes.  In addition we have two residential weekends per year (Feb & Nov) alternating between each of our two centres in Dorset and Essex. Our AGM is held virtually in September. The charity covers all out of pocket expenses. You will need regular access to a computer with internet access.

What are we looking for?

Any of the following would be helpful 

Previous Trustee experience or similar e.g. school governor  Experience of maintaining a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults Strategic understanding of management in residential settings and or the hospitality sector. Experience of working within Charity Commission guidelines

What difference will you make?

The Christian Centres in Dorset and Essex offer the experience of inclusive community living, spirituality, and practical creativity providing retreats, workshops, family holidays and a range of other events. We pursue a vision of openness and inclusion, for people of all faiths and none, affirming mutual respect and understanding.  We are all increasingly aware that loneliness can lead to psychological and physical health problems. People of all ages come to Othona to be themselves, valued for who they are. They find support through difficult times e.g. bereavement, family breakdown, ill health, find a new direction and feel restored. This experience of community, affirms people whatever their age, gender, religion or ethnicity and contributes to social re-connection while at Othona and back home. People make friendships at Othona that last for years.