Trustee - Sutton Lodge Day Centre

Become a Trustee with Sutton Lodge Day Centre. Our aim is to combat loneliness and isolation and help our older community keep active and social. We offer a drop in day centre service, providing a two course hot meal and lots of activities. We also provide a meals on wheels service in conjunction with Sutton Council.

About the Organisation

Sutton Lodge Day Centre provides a welcoming environment for over-60s, offering hot meals and activities. The centre promotes friendship and social connection, especially for those living alone. Additionally, Sutton Lodge runs the Meals on Wheels service for the borough in partnership with Sutton Council, and the Library Housebound Service in partnership with Sutton Cultural Services.

Sutton Lodge Day Centre is the operational name for The Sutton Old People's Welfare Committee (registered charity no: 284231).

What you will be doing

We are seeking to widen our Governance Board to ensure we have fully diverse representation. We are looking for Trustees who are prepared to be hands-on, working with the busy team to help us deliver our important services. You will be:
 
  • Attending Trustee board meetings (around 4–6 per year).
  • Helping shape the charity’s vision, strategy, and priorities.
  • Ensuring good governance and compliance with charity law.
  • Supporting financial oversight and sustainability of services.
  • Acting as an ambassador for Sutton Lodge in the community.
  • Bringing your skills and experience to strengthen the board.

What's in it for you?

There are no benefits currently

What skills will you need?

Our Trustees need to cover a wide range of skills and we are looking for people who have one or more of the following:
  • Fundraising experience.
  • Financial management.
  • A good understanding of accounts and accounting practices.
  • Networking and relationship building.
  • Working with local communities, health services and/or councils.
  • Marketing.

What's the time commitment and where? 

Time Commitment:

From 2 hours a week

Location:

The role is mostly remote but there will be occasional visits needed and it’s important to see the Lodge in action. There is no need for candidates to reside in Sutton.

Sutton Lodge Day Centre, 139 Brighton Rd, Sutton, SM2 5SW

How can I apply?

Please complete the form below and we will put you in contact with the organisation.   It’s helpful if you can tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in this role in the message box below. 

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