At a glance

Skills

Financial management
HR

Where

Poole, BH12 4HR

Mainly at home

Travel limit? Some in-person meetings are required and opportunities to meet staff and other trustees

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
0-5 hours / month or 1-3 hours / week

Deadline

30 Jun 2025

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Join our Board of Trustees and make a difference for people with learninging disabilities with People First Forum

What will you be doing?

Are you passionate about the rights and voices of people with learning disabilities? Do you have experience in finance or HR and want to use your skills to make a real impact. People First Forum, a Dorset-based charity led by and for people with learning diabilities, is looking for a committed indicidual to join our Board of Trustees.

What are we looking for?

We're particularly keen to hear from people with professional experience or skills in

Finance - helping us manage budgets, monitor financial health and plan for the future.
HR - advising on staff development, HR policies and best practice

Previous Trustee experience isn't required - just a commitment to our values, a collaborative mindset and a desire to help us make a difference.

As a Trustee you will:

Attend montly Board meetings (via video call and in person)
Support strategic decision-making and governance
Use your professional knowledge to advise on key areas of finance or HR
Champion our vision of inclusion, independence and equal rights

Why join us?

Be part of a freindly, passionate team
Learn new skills and gain Board-level experience
Help shape the future of an empowering, user-led organisation

What difference will you make?

We empower our members to speak up for themselves, influence decisions and live more independently. Your expertise could help us to grow and support even more people in our communities.

About People First Forum

Causes

Learning disabilities / difficulties

Organisation type:

Charity

Our vision is a world where people with learning disabilities are treated as equals, living safe and happy lives. Our Mission is to give people with learning disabilities the support and...

Trustee with finance or HR experience wanted to join the Board of a local charity for people with learning disabilities