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Trustee (Care Specialist)

ROCKDALE HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1AX, England

Salary

Volunteer position

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Rockdale is seeking experienced candidates for a trustee position in their not-for-profit organization supporting older people in Sevenoaks, Kent.
  • Applicants should have a passion for elderly care and relevant experience in the care sector, particularly in a care home environment.
  • The role requires a strong understanding of governance, regulatory requirements, and the challenges faced by the care home sector, especially CQC regulations.
  • Candidates must demonstrate strategic thinking, independent judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively while providing constructive challenges.
  • The position offers a salary of £50,000 per year and requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Rockdale is a not-for-profit charitable organisation, supporting older people in Sevenoaks, Kent. Today we provide homes to over 200 residents in sheltered accommodation and to residents living in a 48-bed residential care home. 

We welcome applicants that have experience of working in the care sector, a passion for supporting the elderly, someone who can bring a wealth of knowledge to strengthen our board of trustees.

You must have an understanding and interest in the care home sector and the issues it faces, preferably with experience of supporting the elderly in a care home environment.  Also a good understanding of good governance, regulatory and compliance requirements in the social care sector, especially CQC regulation.

Person Specification:

  • A commitment to model and uphold culture and values.
  • A commitment to the organisation and its objectives
  • An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship
  • Proven ability to think strategically.
  • Oversee the risk management framework and maintain an agreed assurance framework.
  • Good, independent judgement
  • An ability to think creatively.
  • An ability to work effectively as a member of the team.
  • Willingness to provide constructive challenge to peers and the SMT.
  • Able to contribute to monthly audits in either the care home or our independent living properties and be able to complete a findings report.

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