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Board Member

South West

SPUD

Organisation Type

Charity/NfP

Industry / Sector

Creative (Arts & Crafts, Theatre, Design, Film/TV/Radio)

About The Organisation

SPUD is an award-winning and thriving arts, architecture and education charity based in Sway, New Forest. We are committed to creating experiences that foster confidence, support career development, and strengthen communities.

We work across a wide range of projects and partnerships. This includes providing workspace and studios for a thriving community of artists and small businesses with 9 micro-businesses on site. Our Graduate Launch Pad, funded by Arts University Bournemouth, supports four creative industry graduates each year.

Position Description

SPUD currently has an opportunity for two new trustees to join its board. One of the two positions includes a financial lead focus.

For more details of the role of trustee, and financial lead trustee please see the Trustee Recruitment Pack.

We are looking for people who are passionate about creativity connecting communities, and will bring their skills, knowledge and expertise, working effectively as a board member, to contribute to shaping the strategy for SPUD, bringing critical thinking, a curious mind, exercising good independent judgement and governance.

We recognise that the most effective boards are ones which benefit from the lived experience of individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, experience and skills. We are therefore committed to maintaining a diverse Board and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community – prior trustee experience is not essential.

Selection Criteria

To enhance the existing skill set of the board, the following skills will be helpful:

  • finance,
  • creative,
  • data / digital marketing,
  • fundraising and sponsorship

We will assess applications and invite potential candidates for an interview in w/c 29th June 2026. This will be with members of the Trustee Board and SPUD Director (in person / online). We will also try to provide the opportunity for you to meet with the staff and be shown round the SPUD campus.

How to Apply

How to apply: please see the trustee recruitment pack for more information and details on how to apply. Should you have any immediate questions, please email [email protected]

Closing date: Friday 3pm 12th June