Trustee (HR)

Simply Connect Solutions Ltd.; Bromley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated HR Trustee to provide strategic guidance and support to its Board. This role is pivotal in ensuring sound HR practices align with the charity's mission. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of UK employment law and demonstrate senior HR experience. You will engage with the organization regularly, chairing committees and contributing to important decision-making processes. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities through dance, while working collaboratively with a passionate team.

Benefits

Wheelchair Access

Disability and Access Support

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices.
• Demonstrable experience in a senior HR role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic workforce guidance to the Board of Trustees.
• Support Co-Chairs and Co-CEOs on HR-related activities.

Skills

UK employment law principles

senior HR experience

communication skills

interpersonal skills

attention to detail

decision-making

Job description

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Title

Magpie Dance Trustee (HR)

Organisation

Magpie Dance

What you will be doing

We are looking to appoint a Trustee with senior HR experience, to provide strategic workforce guidance to the Board of Trustees, ensuring the charity operates with sound HR practices while aligning with its overall goals. The Trustee will also provide support and guidance to the Co-Chairs on HR related activity, in addition to some ad hoc support to the Co-CEOs as required.

Activities

Community Work, Youth Activities, Volunteer Management

Skills & Attributes

Solid knowledge of UK employment law principles and Equality Act. Demonstrable experience in a senior HR role (this doesn’t necessarily need to be within the Arts sector). Keen attention to detail and accuracy. Commitment to the vision and mission of Magpie Dance. Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of Trustees. Willingness to devote the necessary time, thought, and energy to the role. Great communication and interpersonal skills. Willingness to listen, contribute, and collaborate as part of a team. Tact and diplomacy. Ability to make balanced and adequately informed decisions, thinking about the short term as well as the long term. Willingness to make use of your specific skills and experience to benefit Magpie Dance. Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership. Previous experience on a Board is not essential.

What is in it for you

Magpie Dance is the UK’s leading dance charity for people with learning disabilities. We have been delivering regular classes, training, workshops, and public performances for people with learning disabilities in Bromley and the South East for almost 40 years. Our mission is to enable people with learning disabilities to reach their full personal, social, and artistic potential through dance.

Time Commitment

The HR Trustee is likely to engage with Magpie in some way on a monthly basis at minimum. They will chair the Skills Audit and Recruitment Committee, which meet for 1 hour each quarter, and will also play an active part in the Finance Committee specifically on Remuneration. Trustees may additionally choose to nominate themselves for one of the Board’s Committees or Task & Finish groups. Each Committee or T&F group agrees its own meeting schedule and activities, and the time commitment varies according to need. Committee and T&F group work is typically conducted online via emails or videoconferencing.

Number of volunteers required

1

How to find out more

Magpie Dance HR Trustee Pack

Application Process

1. Application Form
2. ID Check
3. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
4. References
5. Informal Discussion (may include an interview)

Support you will receive

Wheelchair Access, Disability and Access Support

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When we need you to do this role

The role takes place at these times: Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Monday to Sunday).

Role Type

One off event, For Individuals, For Groups, Short Term

Suitable For

18 - 25

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