• About The Role

  • Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking innovative, dynamic leaders to join our Board as Non-Executive Directors. We value collaboration, diversity, and a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families across Birmingham. Board members provide strategic oversight, support continuous improvement, and help ensure delivery of high-quality children’s services.

    We welcome applicants who:

    • Bring senior-level expertise and a track record of service improvement
    • Champion equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion
    • Offer strategic vision and independent judgement
    • Are collaborative, constructive, and committed to making a difference

    Key Details:

    • Daily rate: £550 (gross), pro rata for partial days (8-hour day)
    • All reasonable, documented expenses reimbursed
    •  Final interviews: Wednesday 11 February 2026
    Onboarding Process:
    Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian Including Experian DBS, Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements.
  • About Us

  • Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

    At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

    Why Join Us?

    • Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
    • Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
    • Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
    • Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

    Our Values

    We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

    We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

    We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

    Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

    Safeguarding

    At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

    Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

    The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

    We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.

     
    Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.

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