Location: London & South East (Board meetings held in person )
Time commitment: Approximately 4 Board meetings per year plus committee participation
Remuneration: Voluntary role. (Reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Help shape the future of Norwood
Norwood has a unique position as one of the largest Jewish providers of support to people of all ages with a neurodevelopmental disability and neurodiversity. We are both a modern provider of social care to many people and a charity with a long legacy of serving the Jewish community. Every day, our services empower people to live fulfilling lives with dignity, independence and belonging.
We are seeking new Trustees to join our Board and help guide Norwood through its next chapter of strategic delivery, growth and impact.
Serving as a Trustee offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organisation and ensure it remains well governed, financially sustainable and responsive to the communities it serves.
The role
Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of Norwood, ensuring the charity is well-run, solvent and delivering its charitable objectives.
Working collaboratively with fellow Trustees and the Executive team, you will:
- provide strategic oversight and guidance,
- ensure effective governance structures and processes are in place
Board Purpose Statement
- monitor organisational performance, risk and financial sustainability
- safeguard Norwood’s reputation and long-term viability
- support delivery of strategic priorities and charitable outcomes
- act as an ambassador and advocate for Norwood
Trustees also contribute through committee work and may support fundraising, partnerships and stakeholder engagement.
Who we are looking for
We welcome applications from individuals with strategic leadership experience and a commitment to good governance.
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in:
- Social care or safeguarding
- Finance, audit or risk
- HR, workforce or organisational development
- Governance and regulatory compliance
- Public policy and influencing
- Fundraising, partnerships or community engagement
- Lived experience or strong links with the Jewish community
Personal qualities
We are seeking individuals who:
- demonstrate integrity, independence and sound judgement
- share commitment to Norwood’s values of kindness, respect, belonging and empowerment
- bring strategic thinking and a collaborative approach
- can contribute constructively and support collective decision-making
- are able to handle sensitive information with discretion
- are committed to acting in the best interests of the charity
Time commitment
The Board meets four times per year, and each committee meets four times per year. Trustees are expected to:
- serve on at least one committee, (committee meetings are virtual)
- prepare for and attend meetings
- engage with Norwood’s work and sector developments
- occasionally represent Norwood at events or forums
Why join Norwood?
By joining the Board, you will:
- help shape services that transform lives
- strengthen governance and strategic oversight
- support a respected charity with a long heritage and strong community roots
- work alongside committed trustees and an experienced leadership team
- contribute to sustainable impact for future generations
Our commitment to inclusion
Norwood is committed to building a diverse and representative Board. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those whose lived experience reflects the communities we serve.
How to apply
To express interest, please submit:
- a CV or professional profile, and
- a short supporting statement outlining your interest and relevant experience.
We encourage you to review the attached information pack or for an informal conversation, please email:
Mr Obinna Chijioke, Obinna.Chijioke@norwood.org.uk
Interviews: From week commencing Monday 20th April, 2026
Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support as well as our staff teams. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-engagement checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role.
