Make a Real Difference in Bedworth: Become a Nicholas Chamberlaine Trustee.

Are you passionate about supporting your community and shaping a brighter future for Bedworth?

Nicholas Chamberlaine’s School Foundation and Nicholas Chamberlaine’s Hospital and Sermon Charity are looking for a dedicated individual to join our Board of Trustees. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the welfare of the elderly in need and the education and development of young people across Bedworth.

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking an enthusiastic individual who meets the following criteria:

• Community Connection: You live or work in Bedworth, Exhall, or Bulkington, or have a deep understanding of the Bedworth area.
• Aged 18 or Over: You must be at least 18 years old.
• Skills & Experience: Ideally, you'll have a background in construction or management of commercial property as an architect or surveyor, or possess knowledge within a related field.
• Commitment to Our Mission: You'll be dedicated to the original aims of our founder, which focus on supporting the elderly and fostering youth education and development in the Old Urban District of Bedworth.
• Shared Values: You're comfortable supporting the Christian ethos of our Charities.
• Effective Contributor: You can contribute clearly, effectively, and thoughtfully to Trustee meetings.
• Collaborative Spirit: You're able to work respectfully with others, understanding and valuing diverse opinions.
• Ethical Approach: You can manage any potential conflicts of interest related to the Charities' work or property. It is expected that any conflicts of interest are declared annually and at each meeting.
• Availability: You can attend approximately 12 meetings per year.

Important Information

As a Trustee, you'll play a vital role in our governance. The successful applicant will need to sign a declaration confirming they have no history of insolvency or criminal convictions and will adhere to the Charities' policies and good governance practices. A basic DBS check will also be required.

Please note, this is a voluntary position and no remuneration or expenses are offered.

How to Apply

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Please submit your full CV, covering letter and, two references, providing clear evidence of your suitability for this rewarding role.

Send your application to:

Daniel Blood,

Band Hatton Button LLP,

Earlsdon Park, 53-55 Butts Road,

Coventry,

CV1 3BH

Or

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Closing Date: 7^th September 2025

Over one thousand school children were granted a half day in the town’s traditional ‘Founder’s Day’ celebrations. Children from primary schools across the town gathered at the Almshouses for the traditional service and distribution of the buns.

Mrs Jane Corrigan the Chairman of the Nicholas Chamberlaine’s Hospital & Sermon Charity welcomed everyone to the opening of the Chapel Street Cottages and was delighted to annouce that the Bedworth Almshouses had been exended for the first time in almost 200 years. A brick built public convenience bulding that was due for demolition in the centre of the town  has  been renovated and extended by the Charity that governs the Almshouses.

The Nicholas Chamberlaine Trustees and Bedworth Parish Church are  delighted to release a comic book for children that shares the story of the life of tformer Rector Nicholas Chamberlaine.  

Bedworth Almshouse was alive with stories, songs and laughter when local lass Diana Butler entertained a large and appreciative audience in January 2020.

Her talk entitled “From Bedworth to London” took her listeners on a journey that began with a young Diana discovering an early talent for performance and music.

The day on which the Reverend Nicholas Chamberlaine died 300 years ago.

Almost 1000 Bedworth schoolchildren sang their hearts out at the special service in the Quadrangle of the Almshouses.

There were hymns, historical readings, a short address and prayers. Rose, Lady Daventry, also presented local Schools with a financial gift for their libraries. The bells of All Saints Parish Church rang in thanksgiving as the service ended.

Glorious sunshine welcomed hundreds of visitors to the Almshouses to enjoy stunning floral displays by members of the Nuneaton Flower Guild. Eighteen arrangements reflected Bedworth's history from weaving to hats and from coal mining to engineering. Each one had been sponsored and added to the beauty of the Elizabethan-styled cloisters and panelled Governors Hall.

A vintage pram collection was hugely popular as were the delicious home-made cakes that together with donations raised 729 pounds for Myton Hospice. A huge thank you from the Trust to everyone who took part and to all those who came to support the event.