Join our Board: Treasurer (voluntary)

The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company is looking for a new Treasurer to help us achieve our vision of a society that values the diversity, creativity and citizenship of people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

What you will be doing

You will work with our Board of 5 skilled, committed trustees - including trustees with lived experience of learning disabilities and autism - and the senior team, to help us achieve our Mission: using the arts to tackle inequalities and improve wellbeing by increasing opportunities for people with learning disabilities and autistic people to have their voices heard and to contribute to their community.

What are we looking for?

• A strong commitment to our mission and values.
• At least 3 years’ professional experience in Finance and an understanding of SMEs. A knowledge of charity finance is an advantage. 
• A willingness to promote the rights of people with a learning disability and autistic people.
• Strong networking skills and a desire to use professional contacts to support The Twisting Ducks mission.
• A strategic perspective.
• A willingness to try new, accessible ways of working to ensure equitable involvement for our trustees with learning disabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and an understanding of how to add constructively to discussions.
• An eagerness to build new relationships and become part of a team.

Previous Board experience is not necessary.

What difference will you make?

You will contribute to making sure that The Twisting Ducks grows its impact and achieves its strategic goals; including reaching more beneficiaries, widening our audiences, developing our people, and strengthening the organisation’s financial sustainability. This is a unique opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a difference in the lives of people with a learning disability.

We value having a diverse board, and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those with personal experience of disability or care, global majority people, and people of all genders, ages and life experiences. If you need any support to apply, or to fulfil the role, please get in touch.

Time

Mostly outside office hours

Estimate of time needed: 0-5 hours / month 

2-hour Board meetings are held every 2 months, early evening, in Newcastle Upon Tyne,  plus bi-monthly 1-hour Finance sub-group via zoom.

Deadline: 30th November 

How to apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining why you are particularly interested in a Trustee role with The Twisting Ducks, including your experience and suitability for the role, and email it to Jay Hare (CEO): jay@thetwistingducks.co.uk

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Digital Marketing Assistant (voluntary)

About the Role

We’re looking for a creative and reliable Volunteer Digital Marketing Assistant to support our online presence and help grow our digital reach. This remote role is perfect for someone interested in gaining hands-on experience in social media and digital marketing, while contributing to a cause that makes a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and schedule engaging content for our social media platforms
• Share posts into relevant Facebook groups to extend our reach
• Track and record monthly digital analytics (e.g. reach, engagement, followers)
• Support the promotion of events, campaigns, and organisational news

What we’re looking for:

• Strong written communication and attention to detail
• Confidence using Facebook and Instagram
• Self-motivated and organised, with good time management
• Interest in digital marketing, social media, or the charity sector
• Experience with Meta Business Suite, Canva, or analytics tools (desirable but not essential)

What you’ll gain:

• Experience in digital marketing and social media strategy
• A flexible, remote volunteer role that fits around your schedule
• Ongoing support from the Marketing and Communications Officer
• A reference for future opportunities

We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and levels of experience.

About The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company

The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation that works with people with a learning disability and autistic people to tackle inequalities and effect social change through performing arts and issue-based theatre. Working across Tyne & Wear and Northumberland, The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company supports over 800 people a year to share their stories, develop their artistic skills and to ensure the uniqueness and relevance of their art reaches more people.

Find out more: www.thetwistingducks.co.uk 

Location:  Remote

Time Commitment:  2 hours per week

Reports to:  Marketing and Communications Officer

Deadline: 30th November 

How to Apply:

Please complete our online volunteer application form to apply for this role, click here.