We’re Hiring: HR Trustee

Mon 05th January 2026

Community arts charity Impact Arts is looking for a HR Trustee to join our team!

Job Title: HR Trustee

Location: We would hope Trustees could attend some Board meetings each year in person, although Finance & HR committee meetings are online so the candidate could come from across Scotland.

Application deadline: Monday 26th January 2026 at noon

Interview (to be held on Teams): Date TBC w/c 2nd February 2026

Please note this is a voluntary role.

See the job pack for full details

Download job pack

The Role of HR Trustee

The HR Trustee takes a lead role on the Board of advising on Fair Work principles and policies and is a sounding board to the CEO on any HR related issues. Previous Trustee experience is not essential.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Together with the other Impact Arts Trustees, accountable for the overall strategic leadership and direction of Impact Acts.
  • Support the CEO and Head of Finance & Corporate Services in ensuring Fair Work principles are adopted and adhered to throughout the charity.
  • Review progress against Impact Arts’ Fair Work action plan, Annual Staff Survey and Board Self-Evaluation Review.
  • Uphold Impact Arts’ core values.

Governance

  • Together with the other Impact Arts Trustees, oversee the affairs of Impact Arts through efficient, effective and accountable governance.
  • Ensure the organisation is professionally run, manages risk, operates strict financial controls and acts in accordance with its aims and objectives.
  • Ensure the organisation has appropriate policies and safeguards in place.
  • Ensure risks are effectively managed and mitigated.
  • Support the work of the Finance & HR Committee in line with its terms of reference.

Profile and Stakeholders

  • Champion and promote the work of Impact Arts through professional networks.
  • Represent Impact Arts at external and internal events to grow and sustain the charity profile.
  • Ensure the voice of staff and volunteers are central to strategic decision making.

Time Commitment

On average, the HR Trustee would be expected to undertake the following each year:

  • 4 x Trustee Board meetings held per annum commencing 6.00pm for approximately 2 hours duration plus preparatory reading in advance. (meetings held in person in Glasgow although option to attend virtually)
  • 4 x Finance & HR Committee meetings held per annum (meetings held on Teams and typically last 2 hours)
  • 1 or 2 half day Board strategic planning meetings p.a.
  • 1 x Annual General Meeting & Showcase Event
  • 1 x annual appraisal meeting with Chair
  • Occasional training as required e.g. equalities & diversity; Charity Governance; Safeguarding
  • Attend Sub-Group Meetings as agreed. There is an expectation that Trustees will take Board
  • ownership of one strategic theme and sit on one Committee. Current committees include Finance & HR Committee and Policy with plans to establish a Programme Delivery Committee in coming months.
  • Occasional focussed meetings between Board Meetings, as agreed. Short life working groups for Property and EDI have existed in recent years.
  • Occasional focussed meetings between Board Meetings, as agreed.
  • Engagement with our exhibitions and events which run throughout the year (Trustees are expected to attend at least 2 events p.a.)
  • Fulfilling an ambassadorial role while meeting new contacts and networks
  • As HR Trustee, you will be expected to act as a sounding board for HR related issues (Impact Arts also has a membership with SCVO HR service offering advice & support)

What You Can Expect in Return

You will gain valuable networks through connections with other Trustees, the Impact Arts Leadership team and Impact Arts’ partners & funders.

You will develop your strategic thinking, business skills and financial understanding which are transferable to all future roles.

Ongoing support and mentoring will be available and the Chair of the Board will work with the appointed Trustee to conduct a training needs analysis at the outset of their tenure.

Ultimately, as a Trustee, you will be able to make a real difference to a vibrant, national arts organisation that aims to support many people in achieving their potential.

Qualifications & Experience

  • At least 2 years experience in delivering/assisting creative activity in diverse community settings
  • Qualification in the arts is desirable
  • Technical Skills and Knowledge
  • Competent IT skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Personal Skills & Qualities

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Approachable and empathetic manner
  • Energy and commitment
  • Imaginative
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent self management, organisational and planning skills
  • Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Self motivated and able to work on own initiative, analysing and solving problems
  • Strong team player, allowing everyone to play to strengths

How to apply

Download the full job pack

All applications should sent in an email to jobs@impactarts.co.uk and must include the following:

  • A copy of your current CV including education and professional qualifications, employment history, previous board experience, relevant achievements.
  • A supporting letter of no more than two A4 pages outlining your motivations for applying for
    this opportunity and clear evidence of how you meet the requirements within the Chair Role Specification.
  • Names of at least two referees. Please note, referees will not be contacted without your prior consent.
  • Contact details – telephone number(s) and email address that you are happy to be contacted via regarding this application.
  • To support the monitoring of our Equalities & Diversity work, we would be grateful if you would complete our voluntary online equal opportunities form, available here: Complete the equal opportunities form

The deadline for applications is Monday 26th January 2026, at noon. Please read the job pack in full and submit your completed application in an email to jobs@impactarts.co.uk by this deadline.

Good luck!

Impact Arts is a community arts charity based in Scotland. Since 1994, we’ve been delivering creative arts and support programmes for children, young people, adults, families, and older people who are facing disadvantages or barriers to progress in life. Our mission is to tackle inequalities, address poverty, and transform lives through art and creativity.  

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