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Annandale Community Transport operate 4 cars and 4 mini buses to provide transport to residents to hospital appointments both with in the the region and further afield. Board Directors are responsible for the running of the organisation and ensuring that ACTS is properly managed and provides the service it was set up to deliver.

The Board of Almond Valley Heritage Trust is responsible for the strategic direction of our charity. It sets and monitors policy, and provides oversight of operations and activities that are implemented by our professional team. Board members (Trustees) bring a diverse range of interests and experiences to the Board, represent a fair balance of views and perspectives, and are able to draw on many skills and strategic insights. We’re always happy to hear from individuals with appropriate interests and experiences who may be interested in joining the Board, and at present have a special interest in recruiting Board members who have insight into legal matters, or have experience in financial management. The minimum commitment sought is attendance and contribution to Board meetings that are held six times a year, normally on a Wednesday evening.

As a Director/Charity Trustee you will join other Directors with varying skilsl, knowledge & expertise. The Board provides strategic leadership and governance for the charity, members and beneficiaries. Principle responsibilities include: Proper and appropriate use of funds and ensuring funders' needs and obligations are met; Ensuring financial stability through active fundraising participation; Ensuring the organisation complies with its Articles of Association; Compliance with relevant legislation. e.g Care Inspectorate, OSCR, Companies House etc.; Protect and manage the property of the organisation; and Appoint and support employees, where the need arises. Use specific knowledge or experience to help the Board reach sound business decisions through attendance and participation at board meetings and follow up sub-committee meetings. Participate in other tasks when required to meet the needs of the organisation. In addition, there are several roles where staff or Board responsibilities are nor clearly defined but rather a joint one eg. Promoting the organisation.

The Company Secretary will the person whose job it is to pull together the: Agenda for the board Deal with all email and correspondence Assist the Chair person when required with various light administration Set dates/ Invitations for meetings and AGM’S Keep up to date with logging on new board members Advise the board when legislation changes etc and arrange for our Articles to be updated through legal channels Ensure that all board members are registered with Companies House

Would you enjoy promoting good ethical research by joining an NHS Research Ethics Committee (REC)? NHS RECs protect research participants and facilitate ethical research by reviewing research applications for approval. They make up the UK-wide ethics review system regulated by the Health Research Authority (HRA). We currently have exciting opportunities for more members to join our NHS Research Ethics Committees (RECs) and contribute to our work. Committees are made up of volunteer members who give their time to make a difference. Their work is varied but includes some of the biggest challenges we face in health and social care today, from cancer to dementia, and more recently COVID-19. REC members are a mixture of experts (registered healthcare professionals, clinical trial statisticians, data and population sciences and other experts in research) and lay members with an interest in health research ethics. Despite having different roles and experiences all members have a shared goal; to ensure research is ethical and fair. Being a REC member offers more than just the chance to shape and improve health and social care research. We provide regular training and support our members’ development, both professionally and personally. REC members develop their knowledge and are kept up to date on the latest developments in research and ethics. Our clinical members also earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for their work with us. Our Committee meet virtually, zia Zoom (web conferencing). Our members join from the clinic, the office or home. We offer role sharing that you can join with a colleague and share the workload. As a REC member you will gain: understanding of research ethics understanding of relevant legislation increased knowledge in research including methodology and statistics specialised knowledge of specific types of research (e.g. clinical trials, paediatrics, medical devices, qualitative research etc.) enhanced committee skills: summarising, debating, evaluating and decision-making access to Health Research Authority and other expert-led training and development opportunity to train for the role of a REC Officer i.e. Chair or Vice Chair. Commitment & Workload: attending full REC meetings virtually via Zoom monthly (minimum 6 meetings per year) full REC meetings last 3-4 hours and require five to six hours of reading in preparation meetings are virtual currently; however, any travel costs for REC work will be reimbursed taking part in sub-committee work with two hours reading for each sub-committee reviewing research applications and amendments electronically through our members’ portal or email induction training within your first six months of appointment, equality, diversity and human rights training within your first year of appointment (can be done through your own employer) a minimum of four hours training related to research ethics for each year as a REC member. We require all prospective candidates to attend a REC meeting as an observer. This is the most effective way of understanding what REC Committees do.

Could you lead the local SSAFA services in your area? You don’t need a military background for this role, but you should be empathic to the needs of the armed forces community, have some experience of managing people and possess good I.T. skills. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Leading and coordinating a team of volunteers the Branch Chair oversees all aspects of the branch. Ultimately accountable to the Chair of the Board of Trustees, through the National Chairman your role is to ensure that the branch is running in line with SSAFA’s Royal Charter Rules, Regulations and policies.

The trustees hold Home-Start in trust for current and future beneficiaries by: • providing leadership and direction within the ethos of Home-Start • ensuring the scheme has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction • being responsible for the effective performance and management of the scheme • ensuring the scheme complies with legal and regulatory requirements, the objects of the scheme, the governing documents including the Home-Start Standards and Methods of Practice, the Home-Start Agreement and quality standards • securing and guarding the scheme’s assets and taking care of their security, deployment and proper application • ensuring that the scheme’s governance is of the highest possible standard • undertaking an ambassadorial role for the scheme • appointing sub-committees and agreeing their terms of reference and membership. Owing to the ongoing pandemic some training and support may be delivered remotely i.e. phone/video calls, outdoor visits etc. Further guidance will be provided as part of induction.

We are a family support charity working alongside approximately 100 families per year across the whole of Angus. We recruit and train volunteers who visit families in their own homes to provide friendship and support We are looking to recruit new members to strengthen our trustee board and support our organisations aims and objectives. We are looking for people with knowledge and experience of working within the voluntary sector especially charity finance and fundraising, HR and IT. Approximately 10 hours per month. Including attendance at bi-monthly meetings, which normally last 2 hours.

• You will be a decision maker on the best strategy for the ongoing success of the organisation. • Be responsible for policies, objectives and functions of the organisation. • Be available to attend 8-10 Board meetings per year • Have knowledge of health and social care, commerce, governance or IT skills. • Be local to the Tayside area. • Share our vision to make a difference for the older people of Dundee.

Helm have a vision of a Scotland where all young people dare to dream, and are empowered to make their hopes and dreams a reality. Helm are a grassroots specialist youthwork provider. Helm have worked inclusively in Dundee for over 30 years, enabling over 200 young people every year to make the best possible transition to adult life. Helm aims to provide high quality services to vulnerable young people. Over 70% of Helm students move on to either work in apprenticeships or college. Every single student works as an individual, focussing on their interests, and is supported by their own keyworker. Students find out what their own strengths and passions are, make friends, and grow naturally in confidence and self-esteem. All students have access to support with anything they need to ensure they have the best possible chance to make the most of their time with us, including housing, health, relationships, emotional issues, and specific learning support. Helm are looking to recruit a young Trustee to their board. This is an opportunity to make a difference to the lives of young people in Dundee. Helm are looking to recruit a young Trustee (aged 25 or under) who has the confidence to sit on a charitable board and add value to it. This is a great starting opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills in strategic planning, governance, and the voluntary sector. For more information about this role, email recruitment@brucetaitassociates.com or call us on 01786 542 224.