Chair of Trustees - SPUD
SPUD Closing date: Mon, 16 Nov 2026
- Full time
- Unpaid
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Job Summary
Job Description
Based at spudWORKS in the heart of the New Forest, SPUD has spent more than fifteen years demonstrating how creativity can strengthen communities, improve wellbeing and shape
more sustainable futures. Through arts, architecture, education and place-based practice, we create opportunities for people of
all ages and backgrounds to connect, learn, create and thrive.
As Chair, you will work closely with our Board of Trustees and Executive Director to provide strategic leadership, champion excellent governance and help guide SPUD through its next chapter.
This is much more than chairing meetings. You will be an advocate, ambassador, sounding board and trusted critical friend - helping us make good decisions, build influential relationships and ensure our ambition is matched by strong governance and long-term resilience.
Job Requirements
What you will bring:
Senior-level strategic leadership, sound judgement and decision-making.
An understanding of good governance and charity Trustee responsibilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bring people together.
Confidence to offer challenge alongside encouragement and support.
Make effective use of the skills around the Board table.
Strong networks and influential relationships with funders and partners.
Experience of, or strong connections with, the arts, cultural or creative sectors.
An understanding of charitable, community and place-based work.
Impartiality, fairness, discretion and a collaborative approach.
A genuine commitment to SPUD's purpose and values.
Connections across Hampshire, the New Forest and/or wider South of England, or enthusiasm for developing them.
Credibility with Arts Council England, local authorities, funders, cultural organisations and the New Forest National Park Authority.
Job Responsibilities
Key responsibilities:
Lead the Board and ensure effective governance and collective decisions.
Help shape and oversee SPUD's strategic direction, sustainability and future development.
Chair Board meetings, ensuring Trustees are informed, engaged and able to contribute fully.
Support, challenge and line manage the Executive Director.
Work with the Treasurer and Executive Director on financial oversight and organisational resilience.
Act as an ambassador and spokesperson for SPUD.
Build relationships with funders, partners and supporters, using networks to create opportunities.
Foster strong relationships between Trustees, staff and SPUD's wider community.
Ensure equity, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding are embedded in governance and practice.
Promote open discussion, scrutiny, sound judgement and collective responsibility.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Chair of Trustees - SPUD
- Salary: Unpaid
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Charity
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Mon, 16 Nov 2026
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Location:
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Job: Chair of Trustees - SPUD
Job: Chair of Trustees - SPUD
Organisation: SPUD
Postcode: SO41 6BA
How to Apply
Apply through our website:
spud.org.uk/trustees-advert
- Contact name: Eloise Rose
- Contact email: [email protected]
About SPUD
Spud is a CIO/ charity focused on arts, architecture, and education committed to creating experiences that foster confidence, support career development and strengthen communities.