Join The Mary How Trust

Do you want to make a difference in people’s lives and be part of something special?

The Mary How Trust for Cancer Prevention is an independent, CQC registered, West Sussex charity. The Trust’s health screening service aims to spot the early signs of life-threatening illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, bowel cancer, prostate cancer, and abdominal aortic aneurysm. We receive no statutory funding from Government or the NHS. Our service is made possible by donations, grants and fundraising.

If you are interested in any of the positions please apply by emailing a CV, stating current salary and covering letter to [email protected]

We have the following positions available to join our friendly, professional team:

Finance Trustee

Finance Trustee Opportunity – Join the Mary How Trust Board

Are you a financial professional looking to make a meaningful impact?

Due to the retirement of our current trustee, The Mary How Trust is seeking a Finance Trustee to join our Board in the second half of 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to ensure robust financial management, promote good governance, and guide the strategic direction of our charity.

What You’ll Do

As our Finance Trustee, you will:

  • Oversee the financial health and sustainability of the charity.
  • Provide expert guidance on budgets, financial strategy, and policies.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and governance standards.
  • Collaborate with the Board, CEO, and Head of Accounts to align financial decisions with the charity’s mission.
  • Attend bi-monthly Board meetings, the AGM, and occasional events.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a Finance Trustee who brings:

  • A professional accounting qualification (e.g., AAT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Experience in financial management, budgeting, and planning.
  • Strong governance knowledge, ideally with Board experience.
  • The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
  • A commitment to the charity’s mission and values.

Desirable but not essential:

  • Charity finance experience, particularly with a turnover of £1m+.
  • Knowledge of financial reporting standards (FRS102).

What’s Involved

  • Time Commitment: Approx. 7–10 hours per month, including:
    • Bi-monthly Board meetings (1.5–2 hours each, ideally in person).
    • Preparation time and collaboration with the CEO/Head of Accounts.
    • Attendance at occasional events.
  • Term: Three years, with the possibility of reappointment.

This is a voluntary role, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Why Join Us?

By becoming a Finance Trustee at the Mary How Trust, you’ll:

  • Make a tangible difference to people’s lives.
  • Help shape the future of a respected charity.
  • Work alongside a passionate and dedicated team.

How to Apply

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Lynda Vowles, CEO, on 07436 124429 or for a full information pack email [email protected]

Join us and help ensure we continue the financial strength and sustainability of a charity that changes lives every day!

Trustee

We are an ambitious and committed charity that is looking to grow and develop our impact. This year we are looking to embark on a new strategy which will define our work for the next five years.

The current Trustees provide a diverse range of skills and knowledge. However, the Charity is growing in size and stature, and, in consequence, we are looking to recruit new Trustees to our Board. This is an exciting time to join us as the Trust develops its future vision.

You will use your skills and experience gained from other sectors or roles, along with energy and enthusiasm, to guide the charity through exciting times. You will secure the governance of the organisation, contribute to our strategic future and act as an ambassador for all aspects of our work.

All candidates will need to demonstrate a strong passion and commitment to the charity, its values and objectives. A proven track record of sound judgement and effective decision making, strong inter-personal and relationship building abilities, tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively.

We would particularly welcome people with Clinical/Medical, Law, or Fundraising experience, but this is not essential. We offer a tailored induction, the opportunity to learn new skills and the satisfaction that you are helping people in your local community.

The Mary How Trust values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce including our volunteers will help us to achieve our mission. Should you need any adjustments to this recruitment process, either at application or interview stage, please let us know.

Volunteer

As a Mary How Trust volunteer, you’ll meet wonderful people – and your time will help give people a brighter future. We have many volunteer roles, something to suit everyone.

Events Volunteers help plan our events and ensure they run smoothly. Would you like to help us organise an event? Can you help find sponsors and raffles prizes? Or could you just give a few hours on the day itself?

Coffee Mornings, Charity bag sales/car boots, Cricket matches, dinner dance, Splat and chat, auctions, fetes and more! The possibilities for fund raising are endless.

Shop volunteers help in our Charity shop and are a big part of the community.

Office volunteers help out in the Clinic, administration and reception duties.

If you’re able to spare us some time – we would love to hear from you! Please get in touch.

Thank you for your interest in joining our Team.

The Mary How Trust values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce including our volunteers will help us to achieve our mission. Should you need any adjustments to this recruitment process, either at application or interview stage, please let us know.

Please note we are always happy to receive unsolicited applications from registered nurses and sonographers. Please send us your CV.