We are looking for up to three Trustees who have particular expertise in arts and culture, and/or education, and/or sustainability, as well as marketing and fundraising. We are also looking for a collaborative style to ensure a supportive Board culture.
Job Description
Hawkwood is a dynamic charity working at the intersection of creativity, education and the environment - an organisation that does everything from hosting residencies for the UK's most significant cultural organisations, to curating future thinking courses and events, to hosting the much-loved community farm on site. We have a big vision with exciting plans for the future and we're looking for Trustees to join a solid board with an ambitious strategy. This is a voluntary role. As a Trustee, you will share Hawkwood's commitment to education, the environment, and the arts. You will provide Hawkwood with leadership and ensure it is governed appropriately. You will need to develop a good understanding of all we do in order to support the charity. The role of a Trustee at Hawkwood requires a commitment of time and engagement with the activities of Hawkwood.
Job Requirements
Being a Trustee requires a commitment of time for both formal and informal engagements. You will be required to attend 4 quarterly board meetings at Hawkwood each year. The Trustees may also take on additional advocacy roles relevant to their specific skills or knowledge area which will require additional commitment outside of the meeting cycle. Prior trustee experience is not required.
Job Responsibilities
As a Trustee you will need to ensure that Hawkwood is carrying out its purpose for public benefit. You will ensure that in all interactions you act in Hawkwood's best interests and that Hawkwood's resources are managed responsibly.
Application pack and further information can be found on our website or by emailing [email protected] . For an informal chat please call Alicia Carey on 01453 759034 or email [email protected]. Deadline for applications will be the 13th April 2026 at 5pm
Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking is set in a beautiful, sustainably run estate, As a charity, we bring together people and organisations from many backgrounds in support of creative endeavour, a flourishing community and a sustainable environment. We aim to encourage people to make a considered difference to today’s society and to our future, and our place provides an ethical, peaceful and inspirational environment to enable individuals and organisations to grow and develop.
