24/03/2026
Wanted: A New Chair of Trustees
Salcombe Maritime Museum is seeking a decisive and proactive individual to serve as Chair of Trustees. In this leadership role, you’ll guide the Board, drive strategic direction, and ensure the charity operates effectively and with purpose. If you're motivated by making a difference and leading with clarity and confidence, we invite you to step into this key position.
Located in the Old Council Hall in the centre of Salcombe, the Museum offers displays and exhibitions that explore the area’s maritime, cultural, and social past. With strong community connections and a focus on education and inclusion, it plays an important role in preserving local stories and linking them to the wider history of the area. A talented team of Trustees help guide the Museum’s future, ensuring it remains a valued and inspiring resource for all.
We are looking to recruit a Chair who can help us to steer the Museum’s direction whilst ensuring robust governance. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, and an interest in maritime history and the stewardship of cultural heritage. Prior experience serving as a charity Trustee and/or working as a professional or as a volunteer in the heritage sector would also be desirable.
We aim to build an inclusive, balanced Board with diverse experience and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements to serve as a charity Trustee.
To download a copy of Chair of Trustee’s role description and an application form, please go to https://salcombemuseum.org.uk/latest-news/ and open the post ‘Salcombe Maritime Museum is Looking for a New Chair of Trustees’ To apply, please complete the application form outlining how you fit the role and why you are interested in being considered as Chair of Trustees of Salcombe Maritime Museum. If you wish, you may also attach a copy of your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview with some of the current Board members and two external advisors, our Museum Development Officer and Museum Mentor.
If you would like an informal conversation before applying, please send an email giving your phone number to [email protected] .
