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Role Overview
The Digital Trustee will advise on the use of AI and digital technologies to build internal capability and efficiency, improve service design, enhance data‑driven decision‑making, and expand our fundraising and communications impact. They will play a vital role in shaping WellChild’s digital and AI roadmap. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic insight, ethical awareness, and hands‑on digital experience, along with a strong network of digital professionals. They will be a trusted advisor to the Board and a supportive, critical friend to the Senior Management Team (SMT), helping WellChild navigate the evolving digital landscape.
Trustee Attributes
Digital and AI Expertise
* Experience with digital transformation, AI/ML applications, and emerging tech trends.
* Familiarity with ethical AI, data privacy, and responsible innovation.
* Competency in systems such as CRM platforms, digital service design, marketing automation, and analytics.
Strategic Leadership
* Ability to distil complex technical topics into accessible insights.
* Experience advising or serving on boards, with an understanding of digital governance and risk.
Values and Collaboration
* Commitment to WellChild’s mission and inclusive practices.
* Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative mindset, and willingness to act as a connector to your networks.
Roles & Responsibilities
* Ensure the charity complies with its governing documents and relevant legislation.
* Contribute to strategic planning and performance evaluation.
* Safeguard the charity’s assets and reputation.
* Provide oversight on digital risk, cybersecurity, and ethical AI use in service delivery and operations.
* Support fundraising and act as an ambassador for WellChild.
* Attend four Board meetings per year (a mix of hybrid and face‑to‑face), relevant subcommittee meetings, and one strategy away day, and key events such as the WellChild Awards.
Diversity and Inclusion
WellChild is committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the families and communities we support. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, younger candidates, and those with lived experience of disability or digital exclusion. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our decision‑making and help us better serve children and young people with complex medical needs.
What We Offer You
* The opportunity to shape a national charity’s digital future.
* A purposeful board experience with a collaborative, forward‑thinking team.
* Exposure to social impact initiatives at the intersection of technology and care.
* Support and onboarding for those new to trustee roles.
Other Relevant Documents
* The Charity Commission guide – The Essential Trustee
* The essential trustee: what you need to know, what you need to do (CC3) – GOV.UK
Equal Opportunities
WellChild actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charity and families that we work with.
Safer Recruitment
WellChild is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees, trustees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to complete regular safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check relevant to the requirements of the role. This role will involve an enhanced disclosure.
Conflict of Interest
All our trustees are required to be free of actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest.
How to Apply
Please provide an up to date CV and supporting statement (approx. 500 words) comprising your relevant experience, your skills, and background and what motivated you to apply.
Completed application forms should be sent to jobs@wellchild.org.uk.
Postal applications may be sent to:
WellChild, Sunningend Business Centre,
Unit 22, Lansdown Industrial Estate,
Gloucester Road, Cheltenham,
Gloucestershire,
GL51 8PL
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