Who we are
The British Sauna Society is a not-for-profit organisation that promotes and develops sauna culture to make its physical, mental and social health benefits accessible to more people across the United Kingdom.
The role
Position: Trustee
Location: Online + Occasional in-person (UK wide)
Time Commitment: Approximately 16 hours per quarter, including attendance at board meetings, preparation, and additional commitments as required.
Term: 2 Years, to a maximum of 3 terms (6 years)
As a trustee, you will be part of a fast growing and well regarded organisation that has been developing from a grassroots level for the past 10 years and is currently finalising charitable status.
At this exciting juncture the trustee board will be instrumental in making the right decisions to ensure the organisation develops effective functioning and meets the objects and aims of its constitution.
The board will oversee the strategic direction, governance and development of the operational team, ensuring that the organisation is fulfilling its objectives and providing value to its members.
Trustees collectively hold ultimate responsibility for the operations of the BSS, safeguarding its assets and reputation and are accountable to the charity commission.
Individual qualities and skills we’re looking for.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive board that reflects the communities we serve and brings a wide range of perspectives to our work.
We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in governance roles.
Right now the board would benefit from members with experience in at least one of the following.
Finance.
Able to contribute to scrutiny of financial information, understand accounts and budgets.
Governance.
Understanding of legal duties of trustees and best practice in governance, working with local authorities, policy making.
Leadership.
Leadership roles, growing or advising organisations.
People.
Experience of developing a positive organisational culture.
Strategy.
Developing, delivering and monitoring the strategy of an organisation.
Operational.
Working within the voluntary sector or with small charities.
Marketing and fundraising.
Data & analytics, marketing campaigns, direct fundraising, grant fundraising.
Lived experience
Experience as a service user, background in wellness, frequent sauna user.
Other networks.
Connections to individuals or organisations that can enable to BSS to achieve its aims, for example in local government, the creative arts, health care or academia.
