Chair
We are seeking a Chair to provide strategic leadership, support and stewardship at this pivotal moment. We are looking for a collaborative leader who is able to inspire the Home-Start UK Trustee Board, executive team and the wider Home-Start network to grow the national reach, profile and presence of the Home-Start movement. You will be passionate about our front-line impact in communities, but also able to hold the strategic picture in mind. With exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, you will bring a sharp focus on the importance of building strong and trusted relationships.
Whatever your background or achievements, you will offer direct experience as a Trustee, ideally as Chair or Vice-Chair, understand the governance responsibilities inherent in a role like this and be prepared for the complexities of governance within a federated environment. In return, we offer a fulfilling opportunity to grow the impact that the Home-Start movement can have for families.
To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
- Your CV (no more than three sides)
- A supporting statement that sets out why you are interested in this appointment and the experiences and qualities you believe you can bring in order to be successful in post.
Please also tell us about any dates when you are not available for interview.
Closing date
Monday 12th April 2021
Informal meetings with Starfish Search
w/c 19th and w/c 26th April 2021
Agreement of the final shortlist
w/c 3rd May 2021
Informal conversation with the CEO / outgoing Chair
Following agreement of the shortlist
Final panel interview event
w/c 17th May 2021
Thank you for applying for Chair with the
Thank you for applying for Chair with the
47 years ago, Margaret Harrison, had the idea for a new charity; one which helped families with young children during their most challenging times through volunteer-led parent to-parent support. That charity was Home-Start. Since then, Home-Start has grown from a ground-breaking, small local charity into to a successful UK-wide network working at the heart of communities and supporting thousands of families in villages, towns and cities right across the country. Families and volunteers were the motivation and inspiration for Home-Start’s work then, and they remain central to our work today.
We hope you will consider making an application. If you have questions about the appointment and would find it helpful to have an informal conversation, please contact Katy.Giddens@starfishsearch.com and we will be happy to arrange a call.
Thank you for applying for the role of Chair with Home-Start UK.
47 years ago, Margaret Harrison, had the idea for a new charity; one which helped families with young children during their most challenging times through volunteer-led parent to-parent support. That charity was Home-Start. Since then, Home-Start has grown from a ground-breaking, small local charity into to a successful UK-wide network working at the heart of communities and supporting thousands of families in villages, towns and cities right across the country. Families and volunteers were the motivation and inspiration for Home-Start’s work then, and they remain central to our work today.
We hope you will consider making an application. If you have questions about the appointment and would find it helpful to have an informal conversation, please contact Katy.Giddens@starfishsearch.com and we will be happy to arrange a call.