Hft is a national charity supporting nearly 2,800 learning disabled adults across England and Wales to live the best life possible. In recent years, like many social care organisations, we have faced significant pressures driven by workforce challenges and rising costs. What followed was a demanding period of change, navigated with determination, care and honesty. Through difficult decisions and shared effort, we have restored financial stability, strengthened leadership, and begun to rebuild organisational pride, confidence and culture.
Today, Hft is in a different place. We have a clear strategy, a refreshed Executive Team, and a renewed sense of purpose. The next chapter is about transformation: modernising how we work, improving the quality and consistency of support, and increasing the independence, opportunity and choice available to the people who use our services. To support this journey, we are renewing our Trustee Board. Several existing trustees are coming to the end of their terms, and we now seek new voices, perspectives and expertise. This includes appointing our next Chair, alongside additional Trustees who will contribute to thoughtful and effective governance.
The roles
The Chair will provide leadership to the Board, ensuring trustees work well together, make sound decisions and stay focused on what matters most for the people we support. You will set the tone for governance, help shape st...