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Job Title


Chair of Audit and Assurance Committee


Company : ExtraCare Charitable Trust


Location : Newcastle upon Tyne, North East


Created : 2025-06-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Percival is excited to be working with The ExtraCare Charitable Trust (ExtraCare) to source a new Chair for their Audit and Assurance Committee. The Committee provides independent oversight and critical challenge, enabling it to provide assurance to the Board. All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.ExtraCare is a charity that really does deliver on its vision of better lives for older people developing and operating integrated retirement communities for older people and supporting them to live independently and well. The Charity mission is creating sustainable communities that provide Homes older people want; Lifestyles they can enjoy; and Care if its needed. Title: Chair of Audit and Assurance CommitteeRemuneration: Unremunerated (with reasonable expenses paid)Location: Hybrid - Committees tend to be remote, Board meetings are held in person on site across the ExtraCare locations (England)Time Commitments: Estimated at 12-15 days a yearTerm: The Trustee term is for three years.The post holder will lead the Committee in its role in reviewing and scrutinising ExtraCares financial affairs, internal control, risk management, and governance arrangements: providing assurance to the Board that these are appropriate, proportionate and compliant with relevant legal and regulatory requirements, and that residents, customers and other stakeholder interests are protected. ExtraCare is seeking an individual with prior Board experience who understands the responsibilities of governance and brings experience in accountancy, finance, and risk. The ideal person for this role will have a passion for improving the lives of older people.Recruitment TimelineDeadline for Applications to Percival Tuesday, 8th JulyFirst stage interviews - 29th JulySecond stage interviews - 12th or 13th August ExtraCare is committed to equity, inclusion, fairness and transparency and knows how important it is for charities to represent their beneficiaries; therefore, we actively encourage applications from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.The team at Percival are committed to guiding you through your journey as a candidate and will provide any necessary support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please dont hesitate to contact Adam on Adam.Allnutt@percival.org or 020 3827 1628. To apply, submit your CV at this stage. Should you meet the requirements, we will provide you with the full job description and arrange a call or meeting to provide further information about the next steps. We look forward to connecting with you soon.