Non-Executive Directorclosed

Deadline for applications: 18th August 2024

Inclusive Boards are delighted to be supporting Widgit in their search for a new Non-Executive Director.

Founded in 1981 and incorporated in 1984, Widgit has been making educational software for 40 years, and is the longest established Special Educational Needs (SEN) software company in the UK. Today, Widgit’s symbols and software titles are used to support people around the world and help them realise their full potential, no matter what their age, ability or background.

At Widgit Software, we are committed to creating innovative solutions that empower individuals with communication difficulties. They are seeking a Non-Executive Director to join the Board of Directors, whose primary role will be to support this commitment by leveraging your expertise to help propel the company’s success, both in the UK and globally, and position Widgit for sustained success.

We’re eager to hear from interested individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and expertise. Particular areas of experience that will be of interest are: 

• Experience of small to medium size enterprise (SME) business scaling up through organic growth.
• Experience working within a business operating a “Software as a Service” (SaaS) model.
• SaaS financial management expertise and a broad understanding of company finance issues.

To learn more, please download the candidate information pack using the links on this page. 

 To apply please provide: 

• A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements.
• A covering letter (maximum 2 sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the skills and experience for the role. Please note that the covering letter is an important part of your application and will be assessed.
• Details of two professional referees together with a brief statement of their relationship to you.(referees will not be contacted without prior consent)

To find out more, request support when applying, or have an informal confidential discussion before applying, please get in touch with one of our consultants by emailing widgit@inclusiveboards.co.uk