Chair of the Board of Trustees

Langside Sports Club, based on the Southside of Glasgow, is a community club offering tennis, cricket,

bowls and football to the local community.  This is complemented by a number of other activities and interests provided by partners who facilitate pilates, yoga, weight training and parenting advice. 

As a SCIO, (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation), it is run by a voluntary Board of Trustees, recruited on the basis of skills, experience and a passion for sport.

 

The Club is actively recruiting a Chair, to support and guide the existing LSC Board of Trustees as we navigate the next phase of the clubs operation. The Club has evolved over several years into a well established facility for the community, financially stable and with ambition to extend the use of the grounds while in balance with nature and the unique and tranquil setting of the club. 

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There are core responsibilities for the whole Board of which the Chair leads;

• To lead the Club through the development and delivery of its purpose, working with the wider Trustees, sport committees and working groups. 

• To facilitate organisational strategy, budget and policies to further the Club’s charitable mission

• To support the management of the clubs facilities and financial resources sustainably in the interest of members, participants and the wider community

• To monitor operations, programmes, facilities, volunteers and any paid staff to ensure alignment with strategic goals.

• To support and enable the clubs development plans and any associated fundraising required for investments large or small.

• Be up to date on all existing and developing sports charity governance best practices and ensure legal/regulatory responsibilities for the safety and wellbeing of members and associates of the club.

• Participate in subcommittee operations related to finance, communications, grounds and building development as required.

• Promote the Club publicly and advocate for grassroots sports development

 

This is a volunteer position requiring 2-5 hours per week, with more time requirement for specific projects, social events and the AGM. 

Requirements:

• Understanding of charity operations and compliance

• Passion for promoting grassroots sports and engaging the community

• Strategic thinking skills and logical approach

• Strong collaboration, communication and negotiation abilities

• Financial literacy and budget management skills

• Commitment to attend board meetings and take on special projects which match your skills

• Problem-solving mindset and sound judgement

• Passion for accessible, community-focused sports

• To work as part of a team of volunteers, this includes delegating and trusting tasks and actions to others 

• Has an understanding and appreciation of working within the voluntary sector with the ability to communicate with different people within and outwith the organisation 

How to apply and for more information:

If you are interested and would like to meet with the Interim Chair to discuss, please email the secretary Anne on langsidesecretary@gmail.com  

The recruitment process involves meeting the board, making an application, and observing board meetings. This is followed by ensuring there is a strong, reciprocal and relevant match between the Chair and the values and ambition of the club.