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A leading arts organization in Birmingham is seeking board trustee members to support its development and strategic direction. Ideal candidates will possess legal and accounting expertise, along with a passion for the arts. The company aims to engage with a diverse range of voices and communities, ensuring its governance reflects the society it serves. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an innovative, award-winning dance company committed to social change and community engagement.

Autin Dance Theatre is at an exciting point in the company's history and its development as a leading arts organisation and a charity. We are looking to elevate the company to new levels of engagement with local communities and artists in order to expand our team's capacity, build on our growing national and international reputation, and retain and reach new audiences and participants across the UK and beyond. We need to ensure we have the right skills and expertise in our governance team to move the company forward into the future. We are looking for board trustee member to help support the company's development and steer us strategically towards our ambitions. We are looking for trustees particularly with legal skills and accounting expertise, but also those with a passion for the arts. We are keen to hear from individuals from the global majority and under-represented communities to ensure we are reflecting a wide range of voices and experiences within our governance structures. Autin Dance Theatre (ADT) is an innovative, award-winning dance company and registered charity based in Birmingham, UK, led by acclaimed choreographer Johnny Autin. The company creates, produces, and tours socially inclusive, mass-participatory movement projects across the UK and internationally. ADT's mission is to inspire, educate, and effect social change-transforming lives by engaging underserved local communities and young people through its outreach programmes, while taking audiences on unforgettable journeys through its awe-inspiring public performances. The company is committed to fostering deep and lasting connections with the communities, partners and audiences it serves. Known for its unique blend of contemporary storytelling, striking physicality, multidisciplinary creativity, and large scale design, ADT delivers work in theatres, public outdoor spaces, and unconventional settings alike. From dynamic outdoor processions to immersive site specific performances, the company captivates audiences with its bold artistic vision. Critically acclaimed productions include Out of the Deep Blue, Street Games, Brimstone the Dragon, and The Giant Wheel-works that have helped establish ADT's reputation for impactful community engagement and artistic excellence. The company also deliver an education and learning programme in schools, colleges, universities and community settings through, regular and one-off workshops, and commissions.

Governor - Finance, Audit & Risk The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) is supporting North East Surrey College of Technology (Nescot) to appoint new Governors with finance, accountancy and audit expertise to join its Corporation. Nescot is a successful and ambitious further education college serving over 6,000 learners across Surrey, London and the wider region. Following the launch of its Strategic Plan, the college is entering a key phase of growth, investment and development, with robust financial governance at its core. We are particularly keen to hear from qualified finance professionals who can contribute strong insight into financial oversight, audit, risk, assurance and value for money. This is an excellent opportunity to gain or further develop board level experience, including membership of the Audit & Risk Committee. The role As a Governor, you will share collective responsibility for: Setting strategic direction and ensuring long term financial sustainability Oversight of financial performance, risk management and internal control Scrutiny of budgets, forecasts, financial reporting and assurance Supporting effective stewardship of public funds Governors work closely with the Chair, fellow Corporation members and the senior leadership team, providing independent challenge and constructive support. Skills and experience Qualified accountant or senior finance professional (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent welcome) Experience in audit, financial controls, risk or governance Ability to operate at a strategic level (previous board experience helpful but not essential) Commitment to public service, education and learner success Time commitment Approximately five days per year, including Corporation meetings, committee meetings and an annual strategy day. The role is unremunerated, with reasonable expenses reimbursed. Full induction and ongoing development provided. How to apply Please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to Closing date: 15 June 2026 Interviews: 21-22 July 2026 (in person at Nescot, Epsom) For a confidential discussion, please contact Cezanne Ritchie Hutchinson, Sector Governance Champion, at the above email address.

A local educational organization is seeking volunteer school governors in Somerset, UK. This role involves strategic leadership and accountability in local schools, offering an opportunity to make a positive impact on young people's lives. Governing boards typically meet every half term, requiring around 8 hours a month of time commitment. Experience in finance is especially valued. For more information, you can visit their website or contact them directly.

An educational institution is looking for a qualified finance professional to join as a Governor for Finance, Audit & Risk. This unremunerated role involves setting strategic direction, ensuring financial sustainability, and overseeing financial performance. Candidates should possess strong finance and audit experience, operate strategically, and be committed to public service and education. Time commitment is approximately five days a year, with expenses covered.