CISWO, The Coal Mining Charity: Trustee

Salary
Voluntary (unremunerated). Expenses are covered. 

Location
Head office in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, with services across all former coalfield areas in the UK. Board meetings take place every 3 months and are usually at our Head Office in Whiston (Rotherham). 

Job Description

At CISWO, The Coal Mining Charity, our mission is to improve the lives of individuals and communities facing disadvantage due to the impact of the coal mining industry, delivering services across all former coalfield areas in the UK. We do this through the provision of practical support and advice for former miners and their families, community investment, and the protection and improvement of recreational land. 

We are currently seeking to broaden the skills and experience of our Board of Trustees and would particularly welcome individuals with a strong personal connection to the coal mining community and previous trustee experience. We would also welcome applicants with expertise in health or social care, fundraising, marketing and communications, governance or other relevant fields.  

Successful candidates will have experience operating at a senior level within a large and/or complex organisation (in either a paid or voluntary capacity). You will be able to demonstrate effectiveness in your field, bring strategic insight, and take a solutions focused approach to supporting the work and future direction of the charity. 

To find out more, download the full Trustee Candidate Information Pack found here or in the supporting documents below. 

How to apply
To apply, please send an up to date CV detailing your career history and key achievements, along with a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role and the value your expertise will add to the Board, to HR@ciswo.org.uk 

Closing date
30 November 2026 

For an informal discussion, please contact Nicola Didlock, Chief Executive, on 01709 728115.