Treasurer and Safeguarding Trustee

Leeds Survivor-Led Crisis Service; Leeds; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Survivor-Led Crisis Service is seeking dedicated individuals for trustee roles, including Treasurer and Safeguarding Trustee. These positions involve attending meetings, overseeing financial activities, and supporting safeguarding initiatives. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from all community sections.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial oversight for Treasurer role.
• Experience or direct experience of emotional distress for Safeguarding Trustee.
• Commitment to attend meetings and engage in reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Attend quarterly meetings and participate in sub-committees.
• Chair the finance subcommittee and support financial reporting.
• Engage in safeguarding meetings and manage safeguarding incidents.

Skills

Financial oversight

Safeguarding experience

Team collaboration

Job description

Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service - Trustee Roles

Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service is a vibrant, highly respected, and innovative charity that provides services to people in acute mental health crisis, offering alternatives to hospital admission or statutory services.

The Board of Trustees plays a crucial role in leading and guiding the organisation, upholding its vision and philosophy.

Trustee Responsibilities:

1. Attend quarterly meetings, usually on Monday evenings.
2. Participate in sub-committees and operational tasks such as staff recruitment, focus groups, and staff development sessions.
3. Attend an annual trustee away day, typically on a Saturday.
4. Shadow shifts, join team meetings, and engage in reflective practice sessions across services.

Current Vacancies:

• Treasurer: Responsible for financial oversight, liaising with the finance team, chairing the finance subcommittee, and supporting financial reporting and audits. This role requires a commitment to regular meetings with the finance team.
• Safeguarding Trustee: Attends quarterly safeguarding meetings, supports safeguarding reports, and handles significant safeguarding incidents. Experience or direct experience of emotional distress is especially valued.

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all community sections. All trustees will undergo a DBS check.

If interested, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 0113 260 9328. More information about the organisation is available at www.lslcs.org.uk.