Chair of Trustees

Salary: Voluntary (expenses paid)

Hours of work: Approx. 15–25 days/year

Contract type: 3-year Trustee term, with annual renewal as Chair (up to 2 consecutive terms)

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Community First direct for further information.

A bit about us:

Community First is a leading charity supporting vibrant communities and brighter futures across Wiltshire and Swindon. We are seeking a visionary Chair of Trustees with a passion for local communities to lead our strategic development and governance. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on local communities through innovative programmes, including youth services, outdoor education, community development and employability programmes.

As Chair, you will:

• Lead Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting.
• Support and collaborate with the CEO and Leadership Team.
• Act as a figurehead and advocate for the charity.
• Guide Board development and ensure effective decision-making.
• Uphold the charity's values, legal compliance and strategic goals.

We are ideally looking for someone with:

• Experience as a Trustee or operating at Board/leadership level.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for community development and youth services.
• Business, VCSE sector, or partnership experience.

Find out more and apply:

For more information about the role, please download the Chair of Trustees Information Pack

To apply for the role, please send a short statement (maximum of 2 pages) and a CV to Nicky Theobald at .

Application Deadline: 31st December 2025

Interview Date: January 2026

Commencement date: TBC

Trustee Information pack

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