B&Q Foundation Trustee

B&Q Foundation – Trustee

Remote Opportunity – Voluntary

The B&Q Foundation provides grants to charities across the UK to improve homes and gardens for people in housing need, and to supply home‑starter kits for individuals and families moving into permanent accommodation. Since the B&Q Foundation launched in 2020 it has distributed £9million to over 1,250 charities.

We are looking for a new Trustee to join the Foundation at an exciting time. Over the past year, we have sharpened our focus on improving homes, ensuring our grants create safer, more comfortable living spaces for people moving on from crisis.

We are seeking a Trustee with experience and expertise in housing and homelessness, and a genuine passion for improving lives by helping people access better, safer homes.

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Role Purpose: As a trustee of the B&Q Foundation, you will help guide our strategy, champion our mission “Better Homes. Better Lives. Brighter Futures.” and ensure we support more people to have a place they can feel at home. Trustees play a vital role in shaping our direction and ensuring strong, effective governance.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure that the Foundation is carrying out its charitable purposes for the public benefit.
• Ensure compliance with our governing document, Charity Commission guidance, and all applicable laws.
• Safeguard the good name and values of the B&Q Foundation.
• Ensure risks are identified, monitored, and managed appropriately.

Strategy & Oversight

• Contribute to the development and monitoring of the Foundation’s strategy, policy, and objectives.
• Evaluate performance against agreed targets and ensure continuous improvement.
• Provide independent oversight, challenge, and support to ensure effective decision-making.

Finance & Resources

• Maintain proper financial control and ensure resources are applied solely in pursuit of our charitable objects.
• Oversee financial stewardship, including annual budgets, reserves, and grant-making activity.
• Ensure the organisation manages its resources responsibly and sustainably.

People & Operations

• Support appropriate oversight of staff, while respecting clear boundaries between governance and operations.
• Ensure effective internal policies are in place and regularly reviewed.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable board culture.

• An understanding and commitment to the Foundation’s mission.
• Integrity, sound judgement, and the ability to think strategically.
• Willingness to speak your mind and contribute constructively.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Understanding of the legal duties and responsibilities of trusteeship.
• Experience in charitable organisations, with a focus on housing and homelessness services

Commitments

• Attend and prepare for four online trustee meetings annually, scheduled weekdays between 9am and 5pm. 
• Attend one annual in person strategy meeting at the B&Q Head Office in Eastleigh, Southampton.
• Participate in occasional additional meetings or subgroup discussions as needed.
• Respond to email approvals and contribute actively to board decision-making.
• Attend training sessions where appropriate.
• Represent the B&Q Foundation at events. 

Terms of Appointment

• Trustees are appointed for a three-year term, with the possibility of renewal for up to two further terms (maximum nine years).
• This is a voluntary role, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

How to Apply

• Submit your CV and a short statement outlining your interest in the role.
• Hold an informal conversation with the B&Q Foundation Manager.
• Attend an online interview with two members of the Trustee Board

As part of a great team, you’ll be valued for who you are. We’re committed to making B&Q more diverse and representative of the communities we serve, where everyone can feel they belong and have equal opportunities. You will have access to a range of networks that represent our colleagues and allies and help us to continue to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business.

So we can support you during the application or interview process, please contact recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk for any recruitment adjustments.