Finance & Adult Social Care Trustees

THE OPPORTUNITY

Have you got finance or adult social care skills that you want to use in giving back? Then your experience will be valuable as a new Trustee here at the Harrison and Potter Trust!

This is a great opportunity to advocate for a charity in the housing sector. You’ll support those in need across Leeds, while building on your governance skills. Your professional know-how will make a difference where it matters!

So, can you collectively lead and ensure that the vision and purpose of our charity are achieved? Then we’d like to learn more about how your financial or social care knowledge can support our Trust.

WHO ARE HARRISON AND POTTER TRUST?

Harrison and Potter Trust are a Leeds-based charity supporting people to live well. We care for almshouse homes on Lovell Park Road and Raglan Road, offering safe and secure housing. We also give grants to local groups, supporting people facing financial hardship. Our focus is especially around housing needs and social isolation.

WHAT MATTERS TO US

Securing a decent home in Leeds continues to be a challenge for a great number of people, young and old. Housing stock is limited, particularly for people on limited means. We’re proud to be supporting the people who live in our houses who might otherwise have struggled to find good, safe, and clean housing.

IF YOU JOIN US…

You’ll join a Board that is keen to welcome new Trustees who will bring energy as well as broader experience. Your knowledge and skills will enhance and support our important work as a charity.

Sharing our commitment to honour our settlors’ legacies will be a focal point for you. Providing housing for older people and supporting local charities will be your mission.

The strategic experience gained through a trustee role can have a powerful impact on your career. You’ll grow in personal development through a role that is flexible around other commitments.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

All Trustees need certain qualities such as integrity and commitment. We are looking for people who have experience of organisational management in the voluntary sector. You’ll also understand the importance of effective governance.

We are particularly seeking:

• a Finance Trustee with knowledge of charity accounts and managing investment portfolio
• a Trustee with Adult Social Care experience within a Local Authority/Housing Association

Please make sure you read our Candidate Information Pack before applying. It contains important details about the role and our organisation.

Don’t think you quite meet all the specifications? Please don’t count yourself out. We’d still love to learn more about your interest in joining Harrison and Potter Trust!

If you would like a call to discuss the role or any of the content of this pack in more detail, please email Lucinda Shaw to arrange a convenient time at [email protected]. Having a call of this kind will not influence the success or otherwise of your application.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.