ROLE SPECIFICATION FOR GARDENING4HEALTH HONORARY SECRETARY – August 2026

Gardening4Health  https://gardening4health.co.uk/ is a national charity founded in 2024  by Dr Richard Claxton.

Dr Claxton has recently stepped down as Chairman and the Board is seeking a responsible and committed individual to fulfil the duties of Honorary Secretary, a voluntary role, as detailed below:

Role Specification

  • Responsible for the smooth and efficient running of Trustees Meetings.
  • Monitoring requirements affecting the Charity and its activities ensuring the Trustees’ decisions are acted upon; all decisions made by Trustees are in accordance with the governing document and the Charity continues to provide public benefit.
  • Work with Chair to develop Agenda for Trustees Meetings.
  • Minute Trustees Meetings.
  • Reporting requirements for the Charity Commission and Companies House to ensure timely submission of Annual Return and Annual Report & Accounts.
  • Ensure Trustee records are kept up to date.
  • Monthly reconciliation of bank account.

Essential qualities and experience:

Clear understanding of Charity Commission guidance and recommendations.

Ability to take clear and concise minutes.

Accurate record keeper and good communicator.

Competent IT admin and organisational skills especially MS365, One Drive and Teams.

Basic bookkeeping (the charity has an Accountant).

Commitment to Nolan’s 7 Principles.

Note: This is not a remunerated post but reasonable travel expenses can be claimed