Person Specification

• A passion for and commitment to Barnardo’s mission, vision and values.
• Strategic vision.
• Strong and independent judgement, with the ability to challenge appropriately.
• An ability to think creatively.
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal responsibilities of charity trustees.
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• A demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, together Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.

 

Additional requirements:

• One Trustee will ideally bring experience in children’s services; the second Trustee will have expertise in innovation in service design and delivery.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK including occasional overnight stays and evening commitments.
• Availability to commit an average of 20 days per year to the role, with additional demand at exceptional times and during the first year of office.

 

Terms of appointment:

Trustees are appointed by the Charity’s members for a three-year period.