What is an RCV Trustee?

Our Trustees are volunteers who serve on the Management Committees of RCV's local affiliated Branches. Trustees are committed individuals  who believe in RCV's cause, steer our work at a local level and make it possible for our work to continue. Trustees offer their time and are recruited for the varied skills and expertise they can offer.

What is a Management Committee?

The Management Committee is a group of individuals who govern a charity. Jointly, this group takes responsibility for:

Upholding RCV's vision and mission

Leading on setting RCV's objectives at a local level

The qualitative way in which RCV supports adults with a physical disability

Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Financial management and prudence

The promotion of RCV's work in local areas

The employment of paid staff

Adherence to internal policies and external agreements

Management Committees typically meet 6-8 times per year, and will often have designated responsibility for a particular area of our work, such as Health and Safety, Human Resources or finance. As a hallmark of an effective charity, RCV is keen to identify individuals who can offer a breadth of experience and expertise. 

What do Trustees receive in return?

The Trustee’s role is one of responsibility and hard work but it is also very rewarding. Trustees are giving something back to the community while expanding their own experience and personal development.

Trustees will receive a comprehensive package of support from RCV, including a 'how to' guide, an induction and the offer of relevant training. Branch Trustees also have access to the ongoing support of a friendly team, with opportunities to network with Trustees in other Branches.

Trustees give their time for free but are entitled to all out of pocket expenses. All RCV Trustees are protected by indemnity insurance.

Trustee Vacancies

If you would like to find out more about joining RCV as a volunteer Trustee, please contact our Head Office on 01926 485446 and we can put you in touch with a Branch in your area. Should you be interested in joining a Branch which we are currently developing in new areas of England, we have a number of vacancies, as listed below: