What's the job?
Governance & Compliance
1. Ensure that the Foundation is carrying out its charitable purposes for the public benefit.
2. Ensure compliance with our governing document, Charity Commission guidance, and all applicable laws.
3. Safeguard the good name and values of the B&Q Foundation.
4. Ensure risks are identified, monitored, and managed appropriately.
Strategy & Oversight
5. Contribute to the development and monitoring of the Foundation’s strategy, policy, and objectives.
6. Evaluate performance against agreed targets and ensure continuous improvement.
7. Provide independent oversight, challenge, and support to ensure effective decision-making.
Finance & Resources
8. Maintain proper financial control and ensure resources are applied solely in pursuit of our charitable objects.
9. Oversee financial stewardship, including annual budgets, reserves, and grant-making activity.
10. Ensure the organisation manages its resources responsibly and sustainably.
People & Operations
11. Support appropriate oversight of staff, while respecting clear boundaries between governance and operations.
12. Ensure effective internal policies are in place and regularly reviewed.
13. Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable board culture.
What we need:
14. An understanding and commitment to the Foundation’s mission.
15. Integrity, sound judgement, and the ability to think strategically.
16. Willingness to speak your mind and contribute constructively.
17. Ability to work well as part of a team.
18. Understanding of the legal duties and responsibilities of trusteeship.
19. Experience in charitable organisations, with a focus on housing and homelessness services
Commitments
20. Attend and prepare for four online trustee meetings annually, scheduled weekdays between 9am and 5pm.
21. Attend one annual in person strategy meeting at the B&Q Head Office in Eastleigh, Southampton.
22. Participate in occasional additional meetings or subgroup discussions as needed.
23. Respond to email approvals and contribute actively to board decision-making.
24. Attend training sessions where appropriate.
25. Represent the B&Q Foundation at events.
Terms of Appointment
26. Trustees are appointed for a three-year term, with the possibility of renewal for up to two further terms (maximum nine years).
27. This is a voluntary role, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
How to Apply
28. Submit your CV and a short statement outlining your interest in the role.
29. Hold an informal conversation with the B&Q Foundation Manager.
30. Attend an online interview with two members of the Trustee Board
What's in it for me?
As part of a great team, you’ll be valued for who you are.We’re committed to making B&Q more diverse and representative of the communities we serve, where everyone can feel they belong and have equal opportunities. You will have access to a range of networks that represent our colleagues and allies and help us to continue to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business.
So we can support you during the application or interview process, please contact for any recruitment adjustments.