About the organisation
About Us
Berkshire Vision supports people living with sight loss across Berkshire to live independently, confidently, and with choice. We provide services to over 1,600 people living with sight loss in Berkshire, including Sight Loss Support, Rehabilitation, Realeyes Route Learning, Employability, Tech Buddies, Equipment, Children and Families, Telephone Befriending, Adapted Sports, and Social Activities. Our latest Trustee Report can be seen on our website.
About the role
Location: Meetings typically held in Reading, Berkshire
Make a difference to the lives of people affected by sight loss in Berkshire.
Berkshire Vision is seeking a committed and experienced finance professional to join our Board of Trustees as a Trustee. This is a rewarding voluntary opportunity to use your financial expertise to support a local charity making a real difference in the community. If you believe you have the skills and enthusiasm to contribute to our board in a non-finance role, we would still love to hear from you.
About Us
Berkshire Vision supports people living with sight loss across Berkshire to live independently, confidently, and with choice. We provide services to over 1,600 people living with sight loss in Berkshire, including Sight Loss Support, Rehabilitation, Realeyes Route Learning, Employability, Tech Buddies, Equipment, Children and Families, Telephone Befriending, Adapted Sports, and Social Activities. Our latest Trustee Report can be seen on our website.
The Role
- Provide financial oversight and strategic guidance to the Board
- Work closely with the Chair of Trustees, Finance and Investment Committee, and senior staff
- Help ensure financial sustainability and compliance
- Monitor the performance of our outsourced accounting firm
What We’re Looking For
- A qualified or experienced finance professional
- Strategic thinker with good judgement
- Experience of dealing with external investment advisors (desirable)
- Commitment to Berkshire Vision’s mission
Time Commitment
- Quarterly board meetings
- Quarterly Finance and Investment Committee meetings
- Ad hoc trustee duties in between meetings if required
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter by July 22nd 2026
Registered Charity No. 1146413
Our ideal candidate
What We’re Looking For
- A qualified or experienced finance professional
- Strategic thinker with good judgement
- Experience of dealing with external investment advisors (desirable)
- Commitment to Berkshire Vision’s mission
What’s in it for you
This is a rewarding voluntary opportunity to use your financial expertise to support a local charity making a real difference in the community.
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