Volunteer Trustee opportunity – Oncology/Haematology specialist
We are seeking a new Trustee with Oncology and/or Haematology expertise who can bring additional professional clinical experience to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that Penny Brohn UK’s strategy, services and partnerships remain aligned with best practice and evolving evidence in cancer treatment and supportive care.
The Trustee will act as a bridge between mainstream clinical cancer care and Penny Brohn’s holistic, integrative model, helping to ensure safety, credibility and collaboration with the wider clinical community.
As a Trustee you will join a dynamic team that is committed to making a difference to people affected by cancer. We have an experienced Chair who encourages a supportive environment in what will be a rewarding and satisfying role that also enables personal development and growth.
The charity is looking for an individual who can meet the following specification in order to bring the expertise required:
- GMC-registered Consultant Oncologist or Haematologist (medical or clinical oncology) with current or recent NHS experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to holistic or integrative models of cancer care, with respect for evidence-based complementary approaches.
- Understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and ethical frameworks.
- Experience of working collaboratively across multidisciplinary and cross-sector settings.
- Commitment to the charity’s mission to help people live well with cancer.
Values and Behaviours
All Trustees are expected to uphold and model Penny Brohn UKs values of compassion, integrity, collaboration, and empowerment, and to champion an inclusive, evidence-informed approach to holistic cancer care.
Support for new Trustees
New Trustees are fully supported through a planned induction into the organisation, starting with an introduction to each area of the Charity.
Time commitment
The Trustee Board meet four times in-person each year at the National Centre in Bristol on Fridays, generally between 9am – 4pm. Participation is required at four online Services subcommittee meetings plus occasional representation at events or strategic discussions, the AGM and an annual Trustee Away Day.
Attendance at Key Events
As ambassadors for the Charity, the Trustee Board is encouraged to ensure that there is Trustee representation at key events throughout the calendar year such as fundraising, networking and other high-profile events.
Tenure
Trustees are appointed for a three-year term with a maximum appointment of four terms (12 years).
Expenses
All Trustees are eligible to be reimbursed for expenses incurred whilst on Board business, this includes attendance at Board Meetings. Eligible expenses include:
- Reimbursement of petrol costs, rate currently set at 45p per mile, (15p per mile after 500 miles incurred annually) or the equivalent 2nd class rail fare, whichever is the lower.
- Any car parking fees associated with the travel.
Thank you for your interest in this important voluntary role. For further information, please download the attached information pack.
Expression of interest
Ahead of making an application, please contact Helen Wake, HR Manager at Helen.wake@Pennybrohn.org.uk to organise an informal conversation with CEO, Andrew Hufford and to discuss the recruitment process.
At Penny Brohn UK, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation. We are proactively taking action to support EDI and Wellbeing to support our ethos of creating a diverse culture that is reflective of both our employees and the lived experience of all communities touched by cancer. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
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