Chair of Trustees - Volunteer
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Huddersfield
Use your leadership skills to help the Third Sector thrive What difference will you make? As Chair, your presence will bring steadiness and encouragement to a Board that cares deeply about its role, and you will be a supportive partner to our Chief Executive as she leads the next stage of development. By helping TSL stay collaborative, positive, and focused on what matters, you will play a part in enabling hundreds of organisations to do what they do best - helping people across Kirklees to feel more connected and hopeful about the future. This is a role where your guidance will truly ripple outwards, strengthening the fabric of local communities through the organisations that support them every day. What are we looking for? Experience And Skills • Senior leadership experience in the private, public, or voluntary sectors., • Understanding of boards, governance, and organisational accountability., • Experience in leading organisational change, restructuring, or turnaround situations., • Strong strategic insight, sound judgment, and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work collaboratively, providing guidance and challenge with diplomacy., • Appreciation of the voluntary sector, even if not directly from that sector. Personal Qualities • Integrity, credibility, and a strong sense of civic and ethical responsibility., • Confidence and resilience to guide the Board through sensitive or complex situations., • Commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and community impact., • Ability to inspire, mentor, and build consensus among trustees and staff. We’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for everyone we work with. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities. What will you be doing? TSL Kirklees is entering a new phase of development following a period of transition. We are seeking a Chair of Trustees who can support strong governance, work closely with our Chief Executive and senior team, and champion the organisation’s role locally and across West Yorkshire. This is a purposeful leadership opportunity for someone who brings independence, strategic insight, and commitment to community impact. Chair’s Responsibilities • Work closely with TSL’s Chief Executive to ensure an effective link between policy, strategy and delivery., • Effectively lead the Board of Trustees., • Ensure that the TSL Board follow governance best practice and meet their legal obligations., • Effectively address any conflicts which may arise between Trustees, ensuring that the Board function as a collective body., • Chair the TSL Board meetings, ensuring these are effectively managed and accurately recorded., • Act as a positive ambassador and leader for the Charity with partners, TSL Trustees and the TSL staff team.