Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH)
Independent Trustee
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Independent Trustee
Help shape the future of child health: become an Independent Trustee at RCPCH
Every child deserves the best start in life. At the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), we work to improve the health and wellbeing of children and young people through education, training, research, advocacy, and leadership. Representing more than 25,000 members and Fellows across the UK and internationally, we influence policy, shape professional standards, and champion better healthcare for children everywhere.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Independent Trustee who will also chair our People & Remuneration Committee. This is a pivotal Board leadership role, providing strategic oversight of the College’s people, culture, workforce, and remuneration agenda, while contributing fully to the governance and strategic direction of the charity.
Ideal Candidate
If you are a senior people leader with a strong interest in organizational culture, leadership, and workforce effectiveness, this is an opportunity to influence Board-level decisions and help improve outcomes for children and young people.
Areas of Interest
- People and organizational development
- Human resources, employment relations, and workforce strategy
- Executive remuneration, reward governance, and succession planning
- Organizational culture, employee engagement, and culture transformation
- Employment law and legal practice
- Corporate governance, risk, and assurance
- Leading significant organizational change and organizational effectiveness
- Chairing Boards, Committees, or senior governance forums
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We welcome applications from individuals who can bring independent judgment, strategic thinking, and constructive challenge, together with a commitment to good governance and improving outcomes for children and young people.
What You'll Bring
- Senior leadership experience in people, workforce, organizational development, governance, remuneration, or employment law.
- Strong strategic thinking, independent judgment, and the confidence to provide constructive challenge.
- High personal integrity and the ability to work collaboratively at the Board level.
- An understanding of Trustee responsibilities and a commitment to RCPCH's mission and values.
- A passion for supporting children and young people and the willingness to devote time to the role.
Desirable
- Previous experience as a Trustee, Board, or Committee member.
- Experience of organizational change, culture, and workforce development.
- Experience in healthcare, governance, remuneration, talent management, EDI, or supporting under-represented groups.
Key Details
- Time commitment: Typically four Board meetings each year, including one full-day Away Day, plus the Annual General Meeting. The role also includes preparation for and chairing of People & Remuneration Committee meetings, reporting to the Board, induction, and ongoing engagement. Allow approximately 4–6 hours to read the agenda and papers for each meeting.
- Location: Hybrid, with meetings typically held in London.
- Term of office: Three years, renewable.
- Remuneration: Voluntary role, with reasonable expenses reimbursed.
- Closing date: 12 noon, 21 September 2026.
- Interviews: 30 September 2026, via Microsoft Teams.
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Inclusive and Diverse Governance
We believe our Board should reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from people from underrepresented backgrounds, those with protected characteristics, and individuals who can bring a diverse range of experiences, perspectives, and insights to the Board. If you have the skills, experience, and commitment to help us achieve our mission, we would love to hear from you.
Join us and help realize our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well.
How to Contact Us and Apply
For an informal chat about this role, please email chair@rcpch.ac.uk at least five working days before the closing date.
To apply, please read the role description and follow the instructions on our website: Independent Trustee
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