Shared Earth Learning is: 

• owned by our community 

• and run by our community 

• meaning you can be part of this beautiful network supporting nature and people, and nurturing a love of nature.

• We deliver outdoor education and experiences for adults and children, for local schools and colleges, as well as community events and projects.

• We are Charitable and can claim Gift Aid on individual donations, helping us support more people.

• And decisions are made democratically, using the principle of “one Member, one vote”.

• You will be able to have your say in shaping the future of SEL, in how we keep SEL accessible for those in Frome who need us and even stand as a director.

As a member, your role would be as follows:

• Attend Annual General Meetings (AGM), although not compulsory.

• Ask for additional General Meetings if needed.

• Right to propose resolutions at any General Meeting

• Right to Vote for resolutions at General Meetings.

• Right to vote for Directors.

• Right to stand for election as a Director

You might also want to provide additional support, in some way based on your skill set and/ or interest.

This role is voluntary, but expenses may be claimed.

Our Community Benefit Society Directors work together to:

• Ensure the governance and strategy of Shared Earth Learning meets its charitable aims.

• Foster a culture of approachability and open dialogue with its membership.

• Work closely with members and staff to ensure the finances, vision and operations of SEL align with its purpose and aims.

• Advocate for Forest School, its benefits and what the SEL stands for,

We believe the main strengths in SEL come from our amazing site and our team’s ability to:

 “provide services that promote the physical, emotional and mental well-being of disadvantaged people in our community, as well as those who care for and support them”. [from our Objects]. 

Our aim is to connect vulnerable people in our immediate community with nature.

• There will be opportunities to get involved with community-facing events in Frome.

• The opportunity to learn from the varied experiences that other Board members, and our staff core members, bring to the table.

• The opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and experience to the benefit of the organisation and the communities we serve.

• Knowing you have a role in making a difference to people’s wellbeing, health, social connections and skills. 

• Annual celebrations of SEL as an entity so all members know each other and feel valued -with food and activities provided by our Forest School Leaders. 

• A minimum of two board meetings per year via Zoom or in person, including our AGM. 

• There will most likely be some additional reading before a meeting.

• Occasionally there may be additional meetings.

Essential Director skills are:

• Willingness, energy and ability to commit to the role.

• Sympathy for the aims and ethos of Forest School, or a willingness to learn and understand what these are.

• Some understanding of governance, and/or a willingness to develop the skills of good trusteeship.

• A willingness to act as an ambassador for Shared Earth Learning. 

• Good communication and organisation skills.

Desirable skills:

• It would be great if you already had experience as a trustee, director, committee member or have worked at a senior management level, and/or have familiarity with societies or charities.

• We welcome people with varied backgrounds and skills

You can join as a member and stand for election at our next AGM. Member ship info further up on this page. Or go ahead and fill in this membership form here https://forms.gle/WXD3jXspNTSScHj57

Email us at sharedearthlearning@gmail.com