Care Ashore https://www.careashore.org/ is a charity with a proud history. Since the 1920s Care Ashore has offered living accommodation, respite breaks and support to seafarers in need. Uniquely situated on a 260-acre estate in Surrey, Care Ashore provides accommodation for merchant seafarers and former members of the Royal Navy, RFA, Fishing Fleets and others with a maritime link.

With around 60 current beneficiary residents, the charity offers accommodation in purpose-built properties. The support provided to beneficiaries is funded by both rent and the commercial activities of the estate which include fishing, camping, a social club and clay pigeon shooting, making it a unique and exciting place to be part of.

Following an ambitious commitment from the trustees to invest in the accommodation and services provided, Care Ashore is at the start of an exciting journey with the creation of a new Strategic Plan, to ensure fit for purposes accommodation and services are delivered to our beneficiaries.

The current Board has a mix of backgrounds and experience but wishes to strengthen the diversity further to ensure the needs of those they serve, along with the wider community are met. There are currently 3 board vacancies and ideal candidates will bring to the board experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Legal Expertise
  • Property/ Surveying/ Development.
  • Health and safety
  • Maritime Industry/ Seafaring background

We are looking for someone who is committed to the work of the Charity sector; understands good governance; and has strategic vision combined with independent judgement.

If this challenge appeals to you, and you share our enthusiasm for providing excellent housing to people in need, then we are keen to hear from you.

Further Information

The position is unremunerated (reasonable expenses paid) and there are 4 board meetings per year with the option to attend in person or remotely.

In addition to board meetings, the successful candidate will be expected to attend Care Ashoreā€™s AGM; strategic away day; and committees.

If you believe you can contribute and would like further information, please get in touch with the Chair of the Board of Trustees, Vince Bick via email v.bick@careashore.org

The deadline for applications is Sunday 24th August 2025.