Demelza Charity is seeking high calibre individuals to join our team of Trustees.
Demelza is an inclusive organisation, and we are committed to building a representative workplace, ensuring that we reflect the diversity of the children, families, and communities we support.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions at Demelza and we celebrate the value of difference.
You do not need previous Trustee experience. We offer comprehensive training, and we pay all out of pocket expenses. Time commitment is up to 3 days every 3 months, broken down into meetings of around 2 hours and reading papers beforehand. All dates are given one year in advance.
This year we have added targeting to our general trustee recruitment by looking for talented individuals with expertise in the following specific areas, to support our vital work in providing expert palliative and end of life care to babies, children and young people and support to their families.
We seek candidates with medical expertise, from any discipline of medicine e.g. GP, paediatrician, consultant, pharmacist, from acute, general, community or tertiary sectors, or pharmacy. You will
- Support a multi-disciplinary approach to providing child and family centred services
- Strengthen and advance an ambitious clinical strategy
- Support a rigorous framework of quality and clinical safety
To arrange an informal chat with Lavinia Jarrett, Chief Executive, please contact Nikki Dunnicliffe, Executive Assistant ().
To apply, please provide a cover letter of no more than 500 words and a CV, using the ‘Apply Now’ button.
Approximate time commitment – a total of three days per quarter minimum.
Closing date – Thursday 5th December 2024
Interview dates – Monday 6th January 2025
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An enhanced DBS Disclosure check may be taken dependant on role. Demelza is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No 1039651. Demelza is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To see how we process your data, please visit our website and view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.