Southwark Pensioners Centre provides a welcoming space where anyone aged over 50 can access a wide range of services, participate in social activities, and find a sense of belonging. Each year we support 1700 older people to live independently and enjoy life to the full. All the Trustees and staff at Southwark have lived experience of the issues affecting older people in Southwark, either because of their own age, health, ethnicity or income; or because of providing significant support to older relatives and friends.
In 2026, with the support of Southwark Council we will move into a new building in which will enable us to deliver our vital services to more vulnerable older people. The new centre is on the ground floor and basement of a housing estate at the heart of the Camberwell community with good local bus connections and has been designed with the specific needs of older people in mind, particularly those with chronic health conditions and disabilities. Our new centre is being developed in line with sustainability principles and will help Southwark Council achieve Net Zero by 2050.
We are seeking an experienced Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and help steer the charity’s financial future at this pivotal moment.
Why This Role Matters
Your expertise will ensure our finances remain strong and sustainable, enabling us to continue delivering our activities and advocacy for older people as we move in to a new phase in a specially designed building.
What You’ll Do
• Oversee financial governance and compliance.
• Support SPC staff with budgets, annual accounts and financial reporting to the Board.
• Advise on financial strategy and sustainability.
• Support fundraising and investment decisions.
What We’re Looking For
• Strong financial background (accountancy or financial management).
• A recognised accountancy qualification is not essential but desirable
• Understanding of charity finance and governance.
• Ability to explain financial matters clearly to non-financial trustees.
• Ability to think strategically and offer sound advice and judgment.
Your commitments
Attend monthly board meetings in person at our centre in Camberwell or online
Review monthly management accounts, preparation for and actions arising from board meetings plus ad hoc support when required by Director.
Onboarding, induction and ongoing training will be provided.
Interested?
Please send a full c.v. and covering letter, setting out your relevant skills and experience and why you are interested to: Recruitment@southwarkpensioners.org.uk
Or if you’ d like an informal chat or further information then please contact our Director, Cathy Deplessis at Cathy.Deplessis@southwarkpensioners.org.uk
Deadline for Applications: Friday 20th February 2026
