Clerk to the Board of Trustees
Contact person
Alison Rowbotham
#113170
Scan me or visit www.volunteercambs.org.uk/o/Phoenix-Trust-Milton/activities/Clerk-to-the-Board-of-Trustees/113170 to join
Summary
We are looking for a volunteer Clerk to support our Trustees. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys administration and helping a team run smoothly
Detailed description
What the role involves
• Preparing and circulating agendas, papers, and meeting information
• Attending trustee meetings and taking accurate minutes
• Keeping our governance documents and records up to date
• Supporting the Chair with meeting planning and follow‑up actions
What we’re looking for
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Confidence with basic IT (email, Word, shared folders)
• A calm, discreet, and professional approach
• An interest in charity governance (experience helpful but not essential)
• Hours per month to be confirmed
What you’ll gain
• Experience working closely with a charity board
• Insight into how small charities operate and make decisions
• A chance to use your skills for social good
• A friendly, supportive team who value your contribution
Practical details
• This is a voluntary role
• Meetings are held in person
• Training and induction provided
Please ring or email for further information if you are interested
About Phoenix Trust (Milton)
Phoenix Milton is a small, vibrant charity and social enterprise in Cambridge, with a vision to help build a society where everyone has a right to participate fully, regardless of ability or disability. Our mission is to enhance the lives of people with autism, learning disabilities or complex needs, through a meaningful experience of work.
We provide a safe, welcoming and empowering environment in which co-workers have the opportunity to develop practical work and life skills. We offer twelve placements a day; in the factory, producing a variety of handmade paving slabs, the carpentry workshop where we make garden furniture and wildlife accessories, and the kitchen, serving hot meals for our team and baking cakes which are available to order.
Please have a look at our website to find out more, or pop in to see us, we love visitors!

