CARE ASHORE, SPRINGBOK ESTATE, ALFORD, CRANLEIGH

Care Ashore https://www.careashore.org/ is a charity with a proud history. Since the 1920s Care Ashore has offered independent 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, the Fleet Air Arm, those who have worked on British Fishing Fleets and others with a maritime link.

With around 60 current beneficiary residents, the charity offers accommodation in purpose-built properties and helps to fund the support provided to beneficiaries with the commercial activities of the estate.

Following a recent recapitalisation and the appointment of a new CEO, Care Ashore is well positioned to improve the quality of the accommodation offered, enhance services delivered to beneficiaries and expand on commercial opportunities on the estate.

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:

  • Finance
  • 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 6 board meetings per year with the option to attend in person or remotely.

In addition to board meetings, the successful candidate will be required to attend Care Ashoreā€™s AGM, Strategic away day and committee meetings.

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 29th September.