Chair of the Board of Trustees (Voluntary Role)

Farleigh Hospice is recruiting a new Chair.

Farleigh Hospice is looking to recruit a new volunteer Chair of its Board of Trustees.

At Farleigh Hospice, we are passionate about our work, our people, and those we care for. Our staff and volunteer teams strive for excellence in all that they do to support people in our local community. We are extremely proud of the work that we do and the people who support us to do it.

Our current Chair of the Board, Keith Spiller, is about to reach the maximum term of nine years as a trustee, and is stepping down later this year. We are looking to recruit his successor now to give sufficient time for a smooth, phased handover of the role to the successful applicant.

The overarching responsibility of the Chair is to provide leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees, who are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of Farleigh Hospice.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about developing this hospice and steering it through the challenges that charities are facing in the near-term, while looking ahead to plan where Farleigh will be in future. There is no particular experience that is absolutely essential for this job - as a volunteer any experience and all the experience you have is very valuable.

The role of Chair is a very rewarding one and is an opportunity to make a difference at Farleigh Hospice and within your local community, supporting us to deliver outstanding care as well as shaping our future both financially and strategically.

We welcome applications from anyone who has the time and the commitment and the interest in finding out more about our organisation and how it runs.

Download the role description and recruitment pack HERE.

 ** Please note the closing dates in the pack have been updated and the correct closing date is 2nd May 2025 with the first stage interviews happening on 12th/13th May 2025.

How to apply

To formally apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement that clearly outlines your suitability for the role against the criteria provided. Please include your interest and motivation in applying for this position.

Please send your application to boardsupport@farleighhospice.org inserting “Chair of the Board of Trustees” into the subject field.