Merton Park SW19, South West London
Merton United Charities is a very small, friendly almshouse charity based in the heart of the quiet residential area of Merton Park.
Formed in 1907, the charity owns and manages six residential flats that are available to eligible older female residents of Merton.
As a volunteer Trustee, you will work with other Trustees to manage and improve the residential buildings and gardens, to appoint new residents and provide pastoral care to the existing residents, and provide good governance of the charity’s services, assets, and finances. The charity particularly welcomes experience in any of the following skills
- Building maintenance and management, experience of refurbishments and knowledge of building regs
- Charity finance for book-keeping, banking, budgeting and year end accounts
- Experience in social housing provision or welfare of older people
In addition, some local knowledge and interest in the geographical area served by the Charity (London Borough of Merton) would be an advantage. You will be able to contribute regular time and interest to the work of the charity, approximately 1 hour per week. New Trustees will serve for a 4-year term in the first instance.
To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to the Clerk by email to mertonunitedcharities@gmail.com.
For further information or an informal chat, simply email your name and contact number to the address above and the Clerk or Chairman will get in touch with you.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 31 March 2024