Vacancies

Trustee (Voluntary position)

 

The British Racing School [BRS] provides education and training for those employed in or seeking employment in the horseracing industry, primarily young people. The Trustee Board is currently seeking to appoint two additional trustees. It is the boards policy to increase the diversity of its Trustee Board, in order that the Board better reflects the Charity’s beneficiaries and to realise the benefits that diverse leadership brings.

To complement the current skills of the board, applications from individuals with experience of training racehorses or working in a similar role in the thoroughbred racing industry, will be welcomed. Additionally, an individual with experience in Marketing and/or Fundraising is required.

A genuine interest in improving the life chances of young people through education and training is a paramount requirement. In addition, the BRS Board is looking for Trustees who can think strategically about the BRS’ activities and employ their own insights and experience for the benefit of the Board and the management team.

The current Board will provide newly appointed Trustees with a comprehensive induction programme.

The successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to add value outside their natural areas of expertise and demonstrate motivation to effectively contribute to the BRS.

Personal qualities are important to the BRS – the successful candidate will be pragmatic and intellectually curious with sound people judgement, high emotional intelligence and strong listening skills. It is critical that the successful candidate possesses an open and collaborative style which matches the current culture and values of both the BRS and the Board.

In line with the BRS safer recruitment practices, applicants are required to complete a Trustee Application form which can be downloaded below. An enhanced DBS check will also be required as will a minimum of 2 professional references. The school reserves the right to conduct online searches of candidates to determine their suitability from a safeguarding perspective.

This is a voluntary role; reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed. The commitment required is usually in-person attendance at 5 meetings, along with attendance at 4 online meetings per year.

The closing date for applications is Friday 31st January 2025.

 

Please click on the link below to download an application form and return it to

Chair@brs.org.uk

BRS application form for Trustees

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