Job summary To help us thrive, we are recruiting a new Trustee A local clinician in Primary or Community Care with experience in collaboration and service creation. You will join a supportive, forward-thinking Board that values diverse perspectives. We need your expertise to oversee service design, collaboration and governance, bringing constructive challenge to our clinical teams to ensure services are safe, robust and deliver palliative care effectively in our community Main duties of the job As a Trustee, you will: Embody our values (bold, passionate, caring) in every aspect of governance and public representation Use your clinical networks to unlock new opportunities and partnerships Provide strategic challenge, ask the right questions, and support sustainable growth Lead on a topic area and build a relationship with relevant teams within St Helena Attend monthly Board meetings and an annual development day Be comfortable using Microsoft Teams (used for meetings and papers) About us Since 1985 St Helena has provided expert inpatient and community palliative care, coordinated via our 24/7 SinglePoint service and My Care Choices Register. We support families pre- and post-bereavement, reaching over 4,500 people each year. Our ambitions for the future will rely on: Building financial resilience through diversified income (lotteries, trading arm, retail, major gifts) Embracing digital solutions for service delivery and donor engagement Deepening community partnerships to improve outcomes and extend our reach We rely on the generosity of fundraisers, donors, volunteers, and the strategic guidance of our Trustees Details Date posted 28 October 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Voluntary Duration 3 years Working pattern Part-time, Home or remote working Reference number B0423-25-0016 Job locations Myland Hall Barncroft Close Colchester Essex CO4 9JU Job description Job responsibilities Core Responsibilities: 1. Ensure compliance with charity law, regulatory requirements, and our Articles of Association 2. Oversee financial sustainability, risk management, and prudent use of assets 3. Uphold duty of care: bring your professional expertise to ensure efficient, high quality governance 4. Represent St Helena publicly, promoting our reputation and community relationships Time commitment: at least one day per month on average Board meetings: in person, monthly (excluding December) - typically 5.30 to 8 pm Meeting preparation, administration, and between meeting engagement/visits Regular catch ups with senior managers in lead topic area One full development day each year Job description Job responsibilities Core Responsibilities: 1. Ensure compliance with charity law, regulatory requirements, and our Articles of Association 2. Oversee financial sustainability, risk management, and prudent use of assets 3. Uphold duty of care: bring your professional expertise to ensure efficient, high quality governance 4. Represent St Helena publicly, promoting our reputation and community relationships Time commitment: at least one day per month on average Board meetings: in person, monthly (excluding December) - typically 5.30 to 8 pm Meeting preparation, administration, and between meeting engagement/visits Regular catch ups with senior managers in lead topic area One full development day each year Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experienced clinician familiar with the NHS network in North East Essex Personal Qualities Essential Strategic vision and independent judgement Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and diplomatic presence Commitment to St Helenas mission and values Willingness to devote time, speak ones mind,and speak collaboratively Experience Essential Experience of collaborative working Quality improvement Working with commissioners and multi disciplinary teams Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experienced clinician familiar with the NHS network in North East Essex Personal Qualities Essential Strategic vision and independent judgement Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and diplomatic presence Commitment to St Helenas mission and values Willingness to devote time, speak ones mind,and speak collaboratively Experience Essential Experience of collaborative working Quality improvement Working with commissioners and multi disciplinary teams Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name St Helena Hospice Address Myland Hall Barncroft Close Colchester Essex CO4 9JU Employer's website https://www.sthelena.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name St Helena Hospice Address Myland Hall Barncroft Close Colchester Essex CO4 9JU Employer's website https://www.sthelena.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)