Who we are
The College of General Dentistry is a professional membership body for primary care dentistry, representing all members of the dental team. We serve the public, and set standards for the profession. We have a career pathway to support professional progression. We lead thought for the future of dentistry and are developing a proud community dedicated to promoting the standing of primary care dentistry. We are building towards achieving a Royal Charter.
The role
The Board of Trustees supports the College’s historic mission to build a future Royal College for dentistry by ensuring the proper running of the organisation and the fulfilment of its legal and regulatory obligations. It works alongside the elected College Council, which oversees the professional affairs of the organisation.
Trustee Responsibilities
Trustees require an appreciation of the business imperatives underpinning a growing organisation, reconciling delivery of our mission in the patient and public interest with financial viability. They must demonstrate high standards of behaviour and attitude, and must have a thorough and up-to-date understanding of the role of a Trustee in a registered charity and membership-based organisation which seeks to embody inclusive professionalism.
Finance Trustee Responsibilities
The Finance Trustee should in addition bring experience in accounting, audit, investment or strategic financial oversight, and should have an understanding of charity and company financial governance including financial controls, risk management, reserves policy, audit requirements and reporting obligations.
Further Information
Applications should be made by CV and a covering letter which addresses the requirements described in the role profile and cites two referees, addressed to contact@cgdent.uk with the subject line “Finance Trustee application”.
Interviews will be held in London in late October/early November.
The successful candidate will be appointed for three years, and prospective applicants should be able to attend three half-day online Trustee Board meetings per year and a one-day in-person meeting and workshop in London. It is intended that the appointee will begin their term at the Trustee meeting on Tuesday 15 December 2026 (10.30-16.00, London)
They will also chair the College’s Finance and Risk Committee, which meets four times per year, usually online and midweek.
If you have questions or would like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Simon Thornton-Wood PhD, Chief Executive of the College, at simon.thorntonwood@cgdent.uk. A confidential discussion with the current Finance Trustee can also be arranged.
Supporting document(s)
- cgdent-finance-trustee-role-profile-jul26.pdf - Download
