Penderels Trust started in Coventry in 1988 with four staff and 19 beneficiaries and now has 6 offices across England, supports nearly 15,000 people and employs 200 staff. The Trust works in contract with nearly 40 local authorities, including Coventry City Council and Warwickshire County Council.

Although the charity has officially been in existence for 35 years, the story begins many years before, back in the 1940s when a group of parents of disabled children set about raising money to help secure a better and more independent future for their children.

Through their hard work and the generosity of the people of Coventry, the group purchased a large house called ‘The Penderels’ in Meriden.  This became home for twenty young people until the 1980s when better living options became available.  The home was sold and the money was put into a trust, to become The Penderels Trust, in 1988.

Penderels Trust is now seeking to strengthen their Board of Trustees to help them to continue to grow and develop their services. They are looking for individuals who can bring business acumen and commercial experience to their board, along with an interest in and understanding of the challenges facing people with a disability. Currently, they are particularly looking for someone with IT, digital or project management experience or those with regulatory/sector knowledge.

Gary Jones, Chief Executive Officer, said ‘Having a strong and committed Board of Trustees is vital to our ongoing ability to best support people who receive a direct payment. As a trustee, you will have an impact on the lives of thousands of people across England and will be able to make a real positive difference’.

If you would like further information on Penderels Trust and becoming a trustee, please visit their website (www.penderelstrust.org.uk/becomeatrustee) or email Paula Walkington on [email protected]