4 Chairperson jobs in the United Kingdom
Chairperson
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Redhill Aerodrome Consultative Committee
Unremunerated
The Redhill Aerodrome Consultative Committee (RACC) is inviting applications for the vacant position of Chairperson of the committee. This is a voluntary role, without remuneration, and the Chairperson will be appointed for a fixed term of three years. The Chairperson is a key figure in ensuring the successful working of the committee. The committee is convened under the provisions of section 35 of the Civil Aviation Act 1982 and is a separate legal entity from the aerodrome.
The Committee
The RACC is a structured forum that provides an opportunity for the exchange of views and information between the aerodrome management and interested parties. The Committee comprises of the aerodrome management team, businesses located on the aerodrome estate, representatives of local councils and representatives of local interest groups.
The objective of the committee is to provide greater understanding, both to the surrounding community, about the aerodrome’s aviation activities, and for the aerodrome operator, about the impact of the aerodrome’s activities. Working effectively, the committee can assist cohesion amongst the local community. The committee meetings, which occur three times a year, via Teams, are a forum for discussion amongst the committee members. The exchanging of views between committee members also continues outside of committee meetings.
The aerodrome is privately owned and has its own management team who are responsible for all aviation activities. Senior members of the aerodrome management attend the committee meetings. The RACC, and the Chairperson, does not have any executive or decision making power over the aerodrome and is not involved in the management of the aerodrome, nor any of its’ commercial activities.
The committee is comprised, in part, of representatives of various local authorities and parish councils, though the committee is independent and not affiliated to any local authority. The committee does not vote, nor adopt resolutions and no public finance is involved. Committee meetings are not open to the public, but members of the public can submit questions to committee members, in advance of a committee meeting. The Minutes of committee meetings are made available on the aerodrome’s website.
Applicants are recommended to read the Department for Transport’s Guidelines for Aerodrome Consultative Committees (2014), as the guidance note helps to explains how such committees should operate. This document be accessed via the link below.
Guidelines for airport consultative committees
The Role.
The Chairperson is a key figure in ensuring the successful operation of the committee. In essence, the independent chairperson acts as a crucial bridge between the different stakeholders, ensuring that all voices are heard and that an improved understanding and awareness, between the aerodrome and the community, can be maintained. This role calls for the essential skills comprised in effective leadership and applicants should be able to demonstrate relevant experience of managing committee meetings, either at Director level in the private sector, or senior level in the public sector.
Experience of the general aviation industry would be an advantage. Experience of liaising with local politicians would be an advantage but is not essential. Experience of the workings of a statutory committee would be an advantage. It is not a requirement that the Chairperson resides in the Redhill area. An awareness and understanding of the relevant frameworks and legislation will be required, though this is not onerous and can be established during the initial stages of the appointment. A summary of key responsibilities follows.
Key Responsibilities:
Leading Meetings :
Managing committee meetings in an efficient and productive manner, ensuring all voices are heard, and issues of interest are properly discussed.
Promoting Independent Oversight:
Provide independent and unbiased oversight of the work of the committee.
Overseeing the Committee Constitution:
Ensure the committee constitution continues to evolve, accommodating the need for diversity and affords opportunities for people from all backgrounds, age and gender to participate in the work of the committee.
Ensuring Impartiality :
Maintaining a neutral stance and ensuring fair and equitable treatment of all parties participating in the committee.
Communication :
Communicating effectively with all committee members and when necessary the public.
Applying for the Role:
If you would like to apply for the role please submit a copy of your curriculum vitae (C.V.), together with a covering letter, explaining how you think your experience qualifies you to undertake the role and please comment specifically on how your experience qualifies you to meet the demands of the key responsibilities, described above.
To ensure transparency in the appointment process, you must disclose, in your covering letter, any personal or commercial connections, either current or previous, you may have had, or have, with the aerodrome management, or any previous or existing member of the RAAC. Such a disclosure may not disqualify you from consideration, but it is important that the interview panel are aware of such connections, and you may be asked about such if you are selected for interview. Thank you for your understanding.
Interviews for the role will be conducted by a group of existing committee members. The closing date for applications is the 31 August 2025.
Chairperson
Posted 2 days ago
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The Comfrey Project is a small charity based in Gateshead committed to providing a safe and welcoming place for displaced people living in North East England. We primarily support adults by providing volunteering and learning activities focused on nature and gardening with the aim of improving wellbeingand community integration. Activities include growing food, garden maintenance, cooking, nature crafts, bee keeping and more. A key part of our operation is engaging with our service users as volunteers to encourage confidence and skills and to nurture ownership, motivation, and pride.
We have a small and dynamic staff team which currently consists of four core members, and three who are hosted on behalf of partnerships with which we are involved. Five of our staff have lived experience of seeking asylum in the UK. The Comfrey Projectis, at its core, committedto bringing togetherpeople with diverselife and professional experiences and skills. Although we have a small staff team, our strong ethos of sharing responsibility between staff and volunteers enables us to provide support for approximately 600 individuals a year.
Role Summary
- Provide leadership and direction to the board of Trustees.
- Support the board in accomplishing their responsibilities regarding the overall governance and strategic direction of The Comfrey Project (TCP).
- Ensure that TCP complies with and pursues its objectives as defined in the governing document and any other relevant legislation (including charity law and company law).
- Work in partnership with the boards, staff, and volunteers to facilitate the smooth operation of TCP.
- At this time, help us to fully utilise the opportunities arising from the potential Community Asset Transfer of our premises and gardens from Gateshead Council.
Main Responsibilities of the Chair:
The Chair is a Trustee, elected or appointed to the role, who in addition to the general responsibilities of a Trusteealso has additional specific responsibilities:
- Leading the Trusteeboard in settingboth strategy/direction and the policiesof TCP.
- Ensuring effective financial scrutiny by the trustee board.
- Convening and chairingboard meetings and general meetingsas agreed, ensuring that the business of these meetings is conducted efficiently and effectively.
- Planning the annual cycle of board meetingsand other generalmeetings as required.
- Meeting with the Director to prepare the agenda and papers for board meetings.
- Ensuring that decisions taken at board meetings are implemented.
- Working with the Vice Chairsand Director to develop the board including induction, training, appraisal and succession planning.
- Line Management of the Directorincluding regular supervision and appraisal.
- Representing TCP at eventsand meetings and acting as a spokesperson, as appropriate.
- Sitting on internalHR panels, as necessary.
- Working closely with the Directorto ensure smoothfunctioning of TCP operations and services.
- Addressing any issues that mightarise within the board or the organisation.
Time Commitment:
The role requires a meaningful time commitment acrossthe year, dedicating up to 20 hoursper month. The time is flexible and includes over the financial year: 4 Business and 2 Development Strategy Board Meetings held in the early evenings; occasional development sessions; regular supervision meetings with the Director, which take place during the working day; and support for urgent matters between meetings, as required.
The Chair of the Board presides over the Annual General Meeting of the charity and delivers the Annual Report. Our meetings are held at a day and time to accommodate those involved.
Profile of the Chair:
We are looking for an innovative and visionary personcommitted to our mission and values who will lead our board as Chair.
The Chair will be required to demonstrate the following qualities, skills and experiences:
- Commitment to the aims and objectives of TCP and a commitment to the values and principles of good governance.
- Experience with or understanding of the refugeeand asylum systemin the UK
and the needs of displaced people.
- Have an interest in, or knowledgeof, wellbeing and the benefitsof nature, gardening and community.
- Commitment to promoting cohesion and trustingprofessional relationships.
- Capable of chairing and managing meetingseffectively, ensuring decisions are made and acted upon.
- Confidence being in a position of authority, able to be decisive and/or assertive as required.
- Have a good grasp of business and strategic planning.
- Good financial literacy.
- Commitment to the promotion of equality and diversity.
- Commitment to environmental sustainability.
- Have excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
- Theability to give presentations and speak to and liaise with the media and any external-sector meetings as required.
- Able to communicate effectively in a public relations/ambassadorial role.
- Able to share views openlywhilst also listeningto the views of others.
- Capable of using tact and diplomacy.
- Able to inspireconfidence and engagement within TCP.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and a coveringletter to , outlining why you are interested in this position and providing evidence of your suitability for the role. Please include the details of two suitable referees that we can contact.
The closing date for applications is 30 September 2025 .
The current Chair will standdown once an appropriate new Chair is appointed, but will offer support, induction and advice as necessary.
We encourage all prospective candidates to contact the current Chair, Penny Schofield ( ) for an informal chat. Penny can give you more information about The ComfreyProject, its historyand its future direction, and answer your questions about the chair role.
Prospective candidates who are not already familiar with The Comfrey Project should arrange a visit to see the work of the charityand meet staff and volunteers. Contact the Director, Eleni Venaki ( ) to organise.
All applications received by the closing date willbe considered by a panel of 3 trustees.
Short-listed candidates will be invitedto an informal meeting with the Director, and a
formal interviewheld by a panel drawn from the board of Trustees.
Interviews are expected to take place in the second half of October.
Chairperson – Private Education
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Chairperson – Private Education
East London
£20,000
2 days per month
We are excited to be working with an ambitious, Founder led education business with big plans, now looking for a Chair who can help steer them through an exciting period of growth. This business has education at the heart and they need someone with vision, ambition and strategic experience to join them on their journey.
The individual:
We are looking for a current or former senior leader, governor or chair in the childcare, pre-prep or private school sector. You’ll combine strategic thinking with practical experience, have a solid understanding of the private education sector and be comfortable with constructively challenging an entrepreneurial Founder.
The role:
- Chairing monthly board meetings (on-site)
- Providing strategic challenge and guidance to the founder and senior team
- Helping shape the pre-prep launch strategy and growth roadmap
- Bringing sector knowledge of independent schools, nurseries, and funding
- Acting as a sounding board on key decisions and hires
- Leveraging your network within the local area and parent demographic
Main requirements:
- Background in education, preferably independent/nursery sector
- Strong strategic and financial acumen
- Ability to balance big-picture thinking with operational realities
- Local knowledge and relevant network a plus
- Experience as a senior leader or Chair within the private education sector
If you are interested in this role, and have the relevant experience, please apply directly with a copy of your CV.
Chairperson – Private Education
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Chairperson – Private Education
East London
£20,000
2 days per month
We are excited to be working with an ambitious, Founder led education business with big plans, now looking for a Chair who can help steer them through an exciting period of growth. This business has education at the heart and they need someone with vision, ambition and strategic experience to join them on their journey.
The individual:
We are looking for a current or former senior leader, governor or chair in the childcare, pre-prep or private school sector. You’ll combine strategic thinking with practical experience, have a solid understanding of the private education sector and be comfortable with constructively challenging an entrepreneurial Founder.
The role:
- Chairing monthly board meetings (on-site)
- Providing strategic challenge and guidance to the founder and senior team
- Helping shape the pre-prep launch strategy and growth roadmap
- Bringing sector knowledge of independent schools, nurseries, and funding
- Acting as a sounding board on key decisions and hires
- Leveraging your network within the local area and parent demographic
Main requirements:
- Background in education, preferably independent/nursery sector
- Strong strategic and financial acumen
- Ability to balance big-picture thinking with operational realities
- Local knowledge and relevant network a plus
- Experience as a senior leader or Chair within the private education sector
If you are interested in this role, and have the relevant experience, please apply directly with a copy of your CV.
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