Position Description

Time commitment: Chair | c.2 days per month, Treasurer | c.1 day per month

About the roles
We are looking for a Chair and a Treasurer to join our Board at a pivotal moment in our journey. As we scale our ambition, these roles will provide the values-led leadership and expert oversight needed to ensure we remain sustainable and deeply focused on our purpose.

Chair
As Chair, you will foster a culture of openness, inclusivity and constructive challenge, while building a strong and trusting partnership with the Chief Executive. You will play a key role in supporting the organisation to grow its profile and influence.

Treasurer
As the Treasurer, you will provide vital financial stewardship, chair the Finance Committee and ensure robust oversight of our financial performance, controls and sustainability.

You will support the Board to make informed decisions, ensuring our resources are used effectively to maximise impact for children and young people.

Selection Criteria

Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 18th May 2026

Who we are looking for

Chair
We are looking for a committed and experienced Chair who brings board-level leadership experience from the charity or not for profit sector, including previous chairing or vice-chairing responsibilities. You will be confident leading a high-performing Board, facilitating open and inclusive discussion and ensuring strong governance and strategic oversight.

You will be deeply motivated by our mission and driven by a desire to improve outcomes for children and young people growing up in areas of high deprivation, helping to create lasting change through collaboration and place-based approaches.

Treasurer
We are seeking a committed and experienced Treasurer who brings strong financial expertise and a track record of operating at a senior level. You may already have experience as a Treasurer, Trustee or non-executive director and will be confident providing oversight of financial strategy, controls and performance.

You will be financially qualified, or bring equivalent senior financial experience, with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information clearly to a non-financial audience.

Above all, you will be motivated by our mission and committed to ensuring the charity’s long-term financial sustainability as we work to improve outcomes for children and young people facing disadvantage.

How to Apply

Please click on the link HERE to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the roles and how to apply.

Applications for these roles close at 9 a.m. Monday 18th May 2026.