Roles at Artbox London

Chair of the Board of Trustees

At Artbox London we believe passionately in the abilities and creativity of people with learning disabilities and autism and strive to improve their wellbeing and inclusion.

We are looking for a highly committed and empathetic chairperson to work with a well-established team to strengthen our organisation in 2024 and beyond.

What will you be doing?

The Chair will be helping our organisation to grow and develop. They will be leading our board of trustees to work together to ensure that our work is in line with our vision, aims and organisational objectives and provide overall policy and direction. They will work closely with our directors to set priorities and develop the organisation. They will always centre the views of our artists to ensure our service is shaped by the people who use it.

We are looking for a person who:

  • shares our commitment to serve adults with learning disabilities and autism

  • is willing and able to contribute actively to the organisation’s development

  • can work with and relate to a wide range of stakeholders

  • can be our advocate and spokesperson at events and in the media

  • can listen and learn as well as organise and lead

  • has some experience in and/or knowledge of one or more of the following:

    • business strategy and governance

    • arts management

    • financial management

    • marketing and communications

    • fundraising / business development

What difference will you make?

By joining the board you will help to shape and deliver our new future plans .

At the heart of what we do are our artists and volunteers. Our organisation and activities provide a strong and supportive community for the people involved and the wider community of families and carers. Your support can help make that happen.

Time commitment:

This is a voluntary position. The time commitment will include preparing for and running 5 trustee meetings per year and attendance at other relevant meetings at exhibitions. There will also be some work between meeting to keep up with developments.

Work can be done outside of office hours or flexibly to suit your personal situation. Meetings take 2 hours on weekday evenings, and alternate between remote and in-person meetings. The Chairperson is usually required to commit to a further 7-14 hours between meetings.

If you are interested in the role, please send us your CV, along with a cover letter setting out your interest and how you meet the person specification. The deadline to apply is 31st March 2024.