We are seeking LDBS Trustees to serve a four-year term from January 2026. You will join a dynamic, diverse Board which shares our vision for distinctively Christian schools at the heart of the education sector in London.
Trustees support, encourage, challenge and hold LDBS leaders to account as together we serve the children and young people of our diocese.
Most LDBS Trustees serve on a committee: Education, Operations, or Risk & Audit.
The annual commitment includes:
o attending up to six board meetings
o attending up to four committee meetings
o attending training, including the trustee role, safeguarding and anti-racism
o background reading
o invites to occasional LDBS eventsBoard and committee meetings are usually held midweek in the late afternoon or early evening.
Being an LDBS Trustee is a voluntary position but essential expenses, such as travel, can be reimbursed.
Every diocese has a Diocesan Board of Education, and LDBS is the board for the London Diocese.
LDBS is a charitable company limited by guarantee.
To arrange an informal discussion please contact Abigail Chand, PA to the Director of Education abigail.chand@london.anglican.org.
To apply, please complete the application form and send it to ldbsrecruitment@london.anglican.org to be received by 30 September 2025.
Interviews will be held in October 2025.
LDBS serves a diverse city. Applications are especially welcome from anyone with a Global Majority Heritage; we are keen to make sure that the Board includes people from a range of backgrounds.
LDBS is a complex charity. Applications are especially welcome from anyone with a background in financial investments, financial management, strategic leadership, risk, audit or the development and use of property. We are keen to make sure that the Board includes people with a range of relevant skills and experience.
LDBS Trustee appointments are made by the Bishop of London on the recommendation of a Nominations Committee.
For more information about this role, please read this Application Pack.