Do you have admin/secretarial experience?
Worsley's Almshouses, a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) administered by six voluntary trustees is currently seeking a new Trustee to cover the role of Secretary.
The Almshouses in Crocker Street, Newport, are unfurnished dwellings aimed to provide single accommodation, within the confines of Grade 11 Listed Buildings, for individuals eligible under the Trust Deed.
The tasks of the Secretary include:
- Being first contact for all enquiries
- Maintaining our Charity Commission website page including maintenance of Trustee details and circulation lists
- Sharing relevant information received with Trustees
- Ensuring the smooth running and record keeping of the quarterly meetings and AGM with the help of the Chairman including Agenda, Minutes etc
- Preparing reports for quarterly Trustee meetings plus Annual Report for the AGM and Charity Commission
Skills
Previous administrative or secretarial experience would be helpful
- You are reliable, honest and trustworthy
- You are organised and a good communicator
- You enjoy working as part of a team
Details
- Diversity and equal opportunities policy
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- Child Protection
- Complaints Policy
- Confidentially Policy
- DBS check required
This is a back office role - Ex Offenders
- Expenses reimbursed
But only stationery and postage used. Travel to quarterly meetings is not reimbursed - Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
The successful applicant will shadow the current secretary for six months - Suitable for Duke of Edinburgh Award
- Suitable for Supported Volunteering
- Suitable for Under 16's
- Suitable for Under 18's
- Training provided
But only regarding the Charity's work practices - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Vulnerable Adults Policy
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 01/01/2026
End Date: 31/12/2030
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
This role is on-going with extra commitment needed around the quarterly Trustee meetings and AGM.
Location
This opportunity has no specific location.
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