Trusteeclosed

Deadline for applications: 5th December 2021

Deadline for applications:  Monday 5th December

Inclusive Boards are delighted to be supporting Orpheus in their search for two new Learning Trustees and one new Finance Trustee.

Orpheus is a vibrant Independent Specialist college for young disabled adults who have a passion for the performing arts and a desire to live independently. Orpheus believes that disabled people should have the same opportunities as their non-disabled peers. We aim to equip young disabled people with the skills and confidence they need in order to live independent and fulfilling lives in the community. 

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of Orpheus, developing the organisations aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.

For the Learning Trustee role, we are particularly interested to hear from candidates with experience in the following areas:

• Teaching leadership with young adults preferably in music, drama, art or music technology.
• Education commissioning with Local Authorities.
• Quality parameters in education, in particular Ofsted and safeguarding.
• The barriers young disabled people have transitioning into adulthood, in particular career development.

For the Finance Trustee role, we are particularly interested to hear from candidates with experience in the following areas:

• A Qualified Accountant
• Experience of working with SME or the charity sector
• Experience of liaising with auditors
• Experience of liaising with local authorities
• Experience of working with young disabled adults and/or the performing arts

For more information about the roles at Orpheus, please download the candidate pack by clicking on the link below:

Orpheus Candidate pack (PDF)      Orpheus Candidate pack (Word)

If you wish to apply for one of the positions above, please supply a detailed CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 sides) highlighting your suitability for the role, why you meet the person specification and bring to life your motivation for becoming a Trustee at Orpheus – they would like to know what it is about them, their cause, or work that resonates with you personally.  Please note that the statement explaining your suitability is an important part of your application and you will not be considered without both