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General Trustee for ACCT UK

Closing Date: 26 October 2026

Help shape the future of Army Cadets across the UK

ACCT UK is the charity that supports the Army Cadet Force through funding and opportunities that help cadets and adult volunteers succeed.

We are seeking a new General Trustee to join our Board and help shape the charity’s future. This is an opportunity for an adult volunteer with Army Cadet Force experience to bring their voice, insight, and experience to the charity that supports cadets and volunteers nationwide.

We are looking for someone who understands the challenges and opportunities facing today’s Army Cadet Force and wants to make a difference beyond their own county or unit.

Whether you are a non-uniformed volunteer, a probationary instructor, or a senior officer, your experience matters. As a trustee, you will help set the strategic direction of ACCT UK, ensure the charity delivers its objectives effectively, and represent the views and interests of the Army Cadet Force community.

Why become a trustee?

As a trustee, you will:

Help shape the future direction of ACCT UK

Influence decisions that support cadets and adult volunteers across the UK

Work alongside a committed and experienced Board

Develop your leadership, governance, and strategic planning skills

Make a lasting contribution to one of the Army Cadet Force’s key supporting charities

The role requires around 6 to 8 hours each month, plus attendance at Board and committee meetings.

Trustee positions are voluntary and unpaid. However, reasonable expenses incurred in carrying out trustee duties will be reimbursed in accordance with ACCT UK policy.

Eligibility

To apply, you must:

Be a current or recent Army Cadet Force adult volunteer

Be able to demonstrate experience of volunteering within the Army Cadet Force

Be willing to contribute to strategic discussions and decision-making

Be able to commit around 6 to 8 hours per month to Board business and meetings

Be aged 18 or over. As ACCT UK is both a registered charity and a registered company, trustees also serve as company directors and share responsibility for the organisation’s governance, oversight, and long-term success.

Key Information

Closing date for applications:
08:00 on Monday 26 October 2026

Interviews:
Online via Microsoft Teams during early November 2026 on a mutually agreed date

Appointment:
The successful candidate will be presented for election by ACCT UK members at the AGM on Saturday 14 November 2026. Subject to election and availability, the new trustee will also be invited to attend the Board Away Day in London following the AGM.

How to express interest

To express your interest and receive the full recruitment pack, please contact:

Murdo Urquhart
Chief Executive, ACCT UK
murdo.urquhart@acctuk.org

We welcome applications from volunteers with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you care about the future of Army Cadets and want to help guide and strengthen ACCT UK, we would be delighted to hear from you.