Hospice Trustee

🌟 Become a Trustee at Dougie Mac Hospice   Help shape the future of outstanding palliative and end-of-life care across Staffordshire Dougie Mac Hospice is looking to appoint new Trustees to join our Board and support the effective leadership, governance and long-term sustainability of our organisation.   For over 50 years, Dougie Mac has provided specialist, compassionate care for local people living with life-limiting conditions. Today, we are a multi-faceted, all-age hospice supporting children, young people, adults and families across Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire. With over 500 staff, 700 volunteers, and an annual cost of more than £23 million, strong governance has never been more important.   We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to our values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence — and who can bring insight, challenge and support to help us deliver our vision of being a centre of excellence in palliative and end-of-life care. 🧭 What Does a Trustee Do?   As a Trustee of Dougie Mac, you will play a key role in ensuring the hospice is well-governed, financially resilient and able to meet the needs of our community now and in the future. Trustees collectively:

• Provide strategic leadership and help shape organisational priorities.
• Ensure our resources are used effectively and in line with charitable objectives.
• Oversee organisational performance, risk management and financial sustainability.
• Support and challenge the Executive Team to deliver high-quality care.
• Uphold our values and safeguard the reputation of the hospice.
• Act as ambassadors for Dougie Mac in the community and within their networks.   This is a voluntary role that requires integrity, sound judgement, teamwork and a genuine commitment to supporting excellent hospice care. 🎯 Who Are We Looking For?     We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with experience in:
• Senior leadership or board-level decision-making
• Strategy, governance or risk management
• Healthcare, palliative care or wider public sector services
• Finance, investment or commercial management
• HR, workforce, organisational development or culture
• Digital, data or information governance
• Community engagement, fundraising or voluntary sector work Above all, you should bring curiosity, integrity, compassion, and the confidence to both support and constructively challenge. ⏰ Time Commitment Trustees are expected to attend:
• 4 Board Meetings per year
• 2–4 Committee or Trading Board meetings
• The AGM
• The Annual Trustee Away Day   Additional preparation time and occasional hospice events are also expected. Out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed. 🎓 Training & Support   You will receive a full induction into the role and ongoing access to training, including mandatory governance modules and development opportunities. Trustees are well supported to thrive in their role. 🤝 Why Join Dougie Mac? As a Trustee, you will:
• Make a real, lasting difference to local families at the most difficult times in their lives.
• Help shape services across a unique all-age hospice.
• Join a values-driven Board that works collaboratively and respectfully.
• Become part of a warm, passionate, community-centred organisation. 📩 How to Apply   📞 For more information, please contact: Wendy Dale, Assistant to Hospice Board
• 📧 wendydale@dmhospice.org.uk ¦ 📱 01782 344300