Become A Trustee
Applications to join the Board should be done by letter (maximum 300 words) describing what you can contribute to the Company, accompanied with a CV, posted to Trevelyan Wright, C&T, University of Worcester, Henwick Grove, Worcester WR2 6AJ or emailed to
You can download a detailed description of the roles and responsibilities of a Board member here.
C&T is a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity. It is governed by a Board of non-executive directors who are also trustees of the charity. The Board is always on the look-out for new members who offer both skills and commitment to support the development of the Company. It welcomes applications at any time, and the information and documents available here can help you decide if joining the Board is right for you and right for C&T.
Why should I join the Board?
C&T isn’t like most arts organisations. The Company has evolved and expanded considerably over the last few years and the Board have been central to ensuring that this growth is sustainable and well-planned. We know Board members get real satisfaction from overseeing C&T’s continued evolution, and that future plans will make their role even more important.
Who are the Board?
You can read about current Board members here. The Board reflects the diversity of C&T’s interests, with representation of many sectors: schools, business, finance, the arts and the wider education sector. Through its work C&T is committed to access to the arts for all. We carry this commitment through every level of the organisation and therefore welcome board members from all sectors of the community. All Board members are committed to C&T’s high standards, particularly in relation to Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and Child Protection.
What’s the commitment?
Board members are expected to attend
- At least four out of six bi-monthly Board meetings held each year in Worcester.
- The Annual General Meeting of the Company, which usually coincides with a regular Board meeting.
- The annual Board Awayday, which gives time for the Board to consider more long-term issues affecting C&T.
- Relevant working groups or sub-committees according to your particular area of expertise.
- Drama workshops or performances on an occasional basis to see the Company’s work.
Legal requirements
If you are appointed to the Board you’ll be given every opportunity to satisfy yourself that the commitment is right for you. You are responsible for C&T’s legal compliance in such areas as finance, health & safety and employment. C&T is a charity: Charity law defines the legal responsibilities of Trustees, which includes a liability for the actions of the charity. However, to quote the Charities Commission: “Generally the law protects trustees who have acted reasonably from the consequences of honest mistakes.” You can find out more about these responsibilities here. C&T is a registered company: Company law defines the legal responsibilities of directors, which you can read about here.
Joining the Board
We always welcome applications to join. The Board makes its decision based on the needs of the Company, the availability of places and an interview. If you have any questions about joining the Board, call us on 01905 855436, or email . C&T is embarking on a bold and exciting period of growth and now is a great time to join a successful and innovative organisation.
You can download a detailed description of the roles and responsibilities of a Board member here.
