Trustee

Become a Trustee – Ridgegate Residential Care Home

Are you passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable adults and older people? We are seeking committed and skilled individuals to join our Board of Trustees for a residential care home dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care and support.

We are particularly looking for trustees with experience in:

• Finance & Accounting
• Fundraising & Income Generation
• Social Care / Health & Care Services
• Legal & Contract Management

As a Trustee, you will help guide the strategic direction of the organisation, ensure strong governance, and support the sustainability and growth of our services.

Trustee Roles Available

Finance Trustee
Support financial oversight, budgeting, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Fundraising Trustee
Help develop fundraising strategies, partnerships, grant opportunities, and community engagement.

Social Care Trustee
Provide insight into care standards, safeguarding, regulation, and person-centred services.

Legal & Contracts Trustee
Advise on contracts, governance, risk management, policies, and legal compliance.

Commitment

• Attend regular board meetings (in person and/or virtual)
• Provide strategic support and occasional guidance between meetings
• Voluntary role with reasonable expenses reimbursed

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of residents, families, and staff while contributing your professional expertise to a valued community service.

Applications from people of all backgrounds and communities are warmly welcomed.

What skills do I need?

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants who can bring:

• Strategic thinking and leadership
• Professional expertise in one of the specialist areas above
• A commitment to safeguarding, dignity, and quality care
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Integrity, sound judgement, and a collaborative approach

Previous trustee experience is helpful but not essential.