Position Description
We are seeking a person to take over as Chair of Trustees of a leading care home for the elderly in Beaconsfield, Bucks. It is an opportunity not only to be involved in all aspects of the running of a modern day care home but also to help make decisions that will help shape the Home’s future.
What will you be doing?
The new Chairperson would be expected to chair meetings of the Executive Committee of a not for profit and highly successful Care Home for the very elderly. The person would expect to be involved in active discussions with trustees and managers to ensure the right decisions are made so that Bradbury House continues to operate as a highly respected and successful care home.
The Chairperson holds bi-monthly meetings which involves the managers and all the trustees where matters concerning the running of the Home are aired. While not mandatory, it would also be helpful for the Chairperson to attend the monthly House Committee and Finance meetings in order to gain a grasp of matters concerning all matters related to the Home. The Chairperson can also be involved in fundraising projects which are undertaken to raise additional finances as well to help promote the profile of Bradbury House within the local community.
The Chairperson will also be expected to have meetings from time to time with the Registered Manager or the Care Manager.
What difference will you make?
The Chairperson’s skill in running meetings smoothly and ensuring that all subjects are adequately discussed is key to the role. The ability to communicate well and to get on with people are therefore of importance. The right person for the role will not only be able to grasp the issues under discussion but will be instrumental in helping translate discussion into policy and decision making.
On occasion, the Chairperson may also be expected to act as spokesperson for Bradbury House.