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Trustee positions

  • Voluntary - expenses paid
  • Part-Time
  • Remote
  • Volunteer

We've been supporting people with sight loss for nearly 100 years. Now we're transforming from traditional audio device provision to comprehensive technology empowerment - and we're looking for exceptional trustees to help shape this evolution.

This is your opportunity to join at a pivotal moment. In 2026, we're launching a major rebrand backed by comprehensive research with people living with sight loss. You won't be inheriting a finished strategy - you'll be helping to implement and refine it.

What we're looking for

We're seeking 2-3 new trustees who can bring fresh perspectives and specialist expertise to complement our existing board. We're particularly interested in candidates with:

  • Lived experience of sight loss - authentic perspective is invaluable
  • Fundraising and income generation expertise - major donors, grants, corporate partnerships
  • Technology sector experience - digital services, accessibility, product development
  • Senior leadership experience - CEO or Director-level in relevant sectors

Our commitment to equality, diversity & inclusion

BWBF is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in our board composition and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.  We particularly encourage applications from people living with sight loss.

Why join now

  • Transformation opportunity: Shape how a heritage charity evolves for its next century
  • Evidence-based strategy: Research-driven approach, not guesswork
  • Real impact: Technology empowerment genuinely changes lives
  • Perfect timing: Join as rebrand launches and new chapter begins
Mike Brace, Chair of BWBF, photographed in 2024. He is pictured leaning against a wall in an office and holding the lead for his guide dog.

"I wanted to ensure people with sight loss had access to audio information on devices that were easy to use. Knowing what is available, and would meet my needs, was always difficult. BWBF provides this much needed service."

Mike Brace CBE DL, Chair of Trustees

The role

As a BWBF trustee, you'll:

  • Provide strategic direction and governance oversight
  • Attend quarterly board meetings (both online and in person) plus committee work
  • Contribute specialist expertise to support organisational growth
  • Help shape service delivery for people with sight loss

This is an unremunerated voluntary role. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Meet our Trustees

Read about our Trustees, their motivations, skills and experience.

Mike Brace, Chair of BWBF, photographed in 2024. He is pictured leaning against a wall in an office and holding the lead for his guide dog.

Mike Brace CBE, DL

Chair of Trustees

Mike became our Chair of Trustees in 2024. He is a former Paralympic skier, social worker, and charity leader.

See Mike Brace CBE, DL
A head and shoulders photograph of BWBF Vice Chair Gerry Thorn, taken in 2024. Gerry is standing in front of a desk smiling. He is wearing a dark suit jacket and pale blue shirt.

Gerry Thorn

Vice Chair

Gerry joined our Board of Trustees in 2018, after a lifetime spent working in the world of radio and TV.

See Gerry Thorn
BWBF Trustee and Treasurer Jason Mowe pictured in an office. He is smiling with his arms crossed and wears a dark top.

Jason Mowe

Treasurer

Jason Mowe joined our Board of Trustees in 2002, bringing four decades’ experience in retail and commercial banking.

See Jason Mowe
A head and shoulders photograph of BWBF Trustee Lindsey Mack. She is smiling and she is wearing a black blouse with white polka dots.

Lindsey Mack

Trustee

Lindsey Mack became a Trustee in 2018. She brings extensive experience from a long career in radio broadcasting.

See Lindsey Mack
A head and shoulders photograph of BWBF Trustee Quentin Howard, taken in 2024. He is smiling, wearing glasses, and a dark suit jacket, pale blue shirt and navy blue tie.

Quentin Howard

Trustee

Quentin joined our Board of Trustees in 2019, bringing experience from his long career in radio broadcasting and engineering.

See Quentin Howard
BWBF Trustee John Beesley stands in front of a bookshelf. He is smiling broadly.

John Beesley

Trustee

John Beesley joined our Board of Trustees in 2025. He brings experience from his distinguished broadcasting career and a lifelong …

See John Beesley

How to Apply

To apply to join our board, please download and read our information pack, below. Please then complete the application form on this page.

If you would like to request further information or would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Sophie Jones, CEO, on sophie@blind.org.uk.

The front cover of BWBF's Trustee Information Pack. Headline reads 'Join our Board of Trustees: Connecting and empowering people living with sight loss'. Underneath is a photo of a mother and baby at a table using their Alexa device from BWBF.

Trustee information pack

Everything you need to know about applying to join our Board of Trustees.

Trustee information pack (PDF) Trustee information pack (Word)

Apply to join our Board of Trustees

What do you do day-to-day? What's your background? Feel free to include both professional and personal context.

What caught your eye?

This question is completely optional so please skip this if you prefer.

Think about your skills, experience, or perspective. What would you be excited to contribute?

Which of these areas are you experienced in?

You can select multiple if more than one option applies.

This could be from work, volunteering, or any other part of your life.

Trustees are expected to join four board meetings a year (three online, one in London each Summer plus a Christmas party). In addition, you may be asked to help with the occasional bit of work between meetings. There is also a possibly of joining a committee if that interests you.

For example, connections to other charities or professional roles that might overlap with BWBF's work.

This is your space - use it however you'd like!

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