The Cresset Ltd

Rightwell, Bretton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire PE3 8DX

Job Advert Ref: CressetTrustee26

Why Join the Board of The Cresset?

Help shape the future of one of Peterborough’s most important community assets

Our Mission.

A Cresset is a fire kept permanently alight at the heart of a community.

We are Peterborough’s community-rooted entertainment and creative venue, where live entertainment meets genuine community belonging, young people find a stage, and the city comes together across cultures and generations. A trading subsidiary of YMCA Trinity Group.

The Opportunity

We are entering an exciting new chapter. The Board of The Cresset Limited has recently assumed responsibility for the whole Cresset site and is strengthening its leadership capability to support the organisation’s long-term success. We are seeking experienced and passionate individuals to join our Board and help shape the future of one of Peterborough’s most important community assets.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the city, its residents, and future generations.

Areas Where We Are Building Board Capability

We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas:

•        Stewardship of major community or cultural assets

•        Sustainability and investment readiness

•        Community engagement and youth development

•        Peterborough’s future growth and regeneration

•        Strategic partnerships and business leadership

•        Entertainment, events, and visitor destinations

•        Investment, fundraising, and long-term partnership development

Most importantly, you will share our belief in the power of culture, creativity, and community to strengthen the city and improve lives.

We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from people whose backgrounds reflect the communities we serve.

Time Commitment

The role requires approximately 6 to 8 days per year, including six board meetings, committee work, and preparation time. Meetings are held in Peterborough, typically in the morning.

This is a voluntary position, although reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed.

Interested? We would love to hear from you.

An initial conversation with one of the directors is warmly encouraged.

If you would like further information before applying, please contact us via email on boardrecruitment@cresset.co.uk

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your interest in the role and the experience you would bring to the Board.

You can do this by visiting The Cresset website at www.cresset.co.uk/join-the-board or via YMCA Trinity Group's vacancies page at vacancies.ymcatrinitygroup.org.uk/Department/Peterborough.