Trustee Volunteer Roles

Who we are

Theatre Troupe is a theatre-arts organisation that works with young people, who have experienced trauma, and have mental health problems as a result. We work with children and families who have been marginalised, to demonstrate the power theatre has in changing lives. When children join us, they become a member of a “troupe”, a theatre family that works together through performance arts, to produce a show. Our method has been honed through research based on attachment theory and attunement.

The role

Do you believe theatre and the arts can change lives?

Do you have time, energy and resources to help a small charity to re-set and refresh?

We are looking for some exceptional people to help us secure our future:

TRUSTEES: a Chair, Treasurer and other board members happy to take on a role of leadership and governance, as determined by the Charity Commission.

STRATEGIC ADVISORY PANELLISTS: a shorter commitment for those who prefer not to take on a formal trustee role, but can help us shape our future.

Who are we looking for?

–People who love the arts, and believe they have the potential to change lives.

–People who have skills that are currently not represented in our trustees and staff such as marketing, fundraising, finance and Change Management

-Those who are happy to network and advocate for Theatre Troupe

–A little bit of time on their hands

–People who are representative of our service users and their families and communities – those with lived experience of mental distress, those with disabilities and those from global majority backgrounds.​

Board of Trustees v. Strategic Advisory Panel

We currently have two areas of need.

The first is to grow and strengthen our BOARD with people who have the experience mentioned above and are happy to commit to a 2 Year Period (although ideally this would be 3 years). As well as a commitment to governance, we are keen to engage people who are happy to lead, lend vision and strategy and work towards a relaunch in 2025.

The Strategic Advisory Panel is for people who might not want to fully commit to a board post, but can offer skills, experience and vision directly related to a relaunch. We ask for a shorter commitment of one year.

Most meetings will take place via Zoom, although there may occasionally be in-person meetings where required.

Our trustees play a vital role in achieving the Strata Florida Trust’s core aim – the restoration of the buildings of Mynachlog Fawr to create the Strata Florida Centre/Canolfan Ystrad Fflur as a place of heritage, culture and education. They oversee and steer the vision, strategy and progress of the Trust, drawing on their own knowledge, skills and networks.

As a small but ambitious charity we are seeking individuals for the role whose experience and skills will complement those of our existing board members and enable the Trust to continue to expand.

Remuneration: The role of Trustee is not accompanied by any financial remuneration.

Time commitment: Six Board meetings per year. Approximately 12 days in total including board meetings, and additional meetings, discussion and preparation. 

Reporting to Chairman of the Trustees  

Duties:

· Support and provide advice on the Strata Florida Trust’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.

· Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.

· Oversee the Trust’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.

· Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.

· Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.

· Review and approve the Strata Florida Trust’s annual financial reports.

· Work with and support or challenge the Director of the Trust when needed.

· Contribute to regular reviews of the Trust’s own governance.

· Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.

· Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect the Trust’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.

· Contribute to the broader promotion of the Trust’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

What we are looking for

We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.

An interest in supporting heritage, Welsh culture, education, tourism, rural communities, and traditional skills is essential. We are particularly interested in those who have experience of operational delivery and professional skills including accountancy and income generation.

Previous governance experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

Personal skills and qualities

· Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.

· Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.

· Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.

· Enthusiasm for our vision and mission and willing to act as an ambassador for the Trust.

Terms of appointment

Terms of office

· Trustees are appointed for a 4 year term of office, renewal for 3 further terms to a maximum of 12 years.

· This is a voluntary unpaid position.

Time commitment

· Attending 6 Board meetings annually (bimonthly beginning in January). Currently meetings are held at Y Beudy, Strata Florida, with the option to join via Zoom if required.  

· Attending additional meetings or focus groups if required.

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Disgrifiad Rôl

Mae ein hymddiriedolwyr yn chwarae rhan hanfodol wrth gyflawni nod craidd Ymddiriedolaeth Ystrad Fflur – adfer adeiladau Mynachlog Fawr i greu Canolfan Ystrad Fflur/Strata Florida Centre fel lle treftadaeth, diwylliant ac addysg. Maent yn goruchwylio ac yn llywio gweledigaeth, strategaeth a chynnydd yr Ymddiriedolaeth, gan dynnu ar eu gwybodaeth, eu sgiliau a'u rhwydweithiau eu hunain.

Fel elusen fechan ond uchelgeisiol rydym yn chwilio am unigolion ar gyfer y rôl y bydd eu profiad a'u sgiliau yn cyflenwi rhai aelodau presennol ein bwrdd ac yn galluogi'r Ymddiriedolaeth i barhau i ehangu.

Taliadau: Nid oes cydnabyddiaeth ariannol yn perthyn i rôl yr ymddiriedolwr

Ymrwymiad amser: Chwe chyfarfod bob blwyddyn. Tua 12 diwrnod i gyd, gan gynnwys cyfarfodydd bwrdd, a chyfarfodydd ychwanegol, trafodaeth a pharatoi

Adrodd i Cadeirydd yr Ymddiriedolwyr 

Dyletswyddau:

· Cefnogi a darparu cyngor ar bwrpas, gweledigaeth, nodau a gweithgareddau Ymddiriedolaeth Ystrad Fflur

· Cymeradwyo strategaethau a pholisïau gweithredol, a monitro a gwerthuso eu gweithredu.

· Goruchwylio cynlluniau ariannol a chyllidebau'r Ymddiriedolaeth a monitro a gwerthuso cynnydd.

· Sicrhau bod y sefydliad yn cael ei weinyddu'n effeithiol ac effeithlon.

· Sicrhau bod risgiau allweddol yn cael eu nodi, eu monitro a'u rheoli'n effeithiol.

· Adolygu a chymeradwyo adroddiadau ariannol blynyddol Ymddiriedolaeth Ystrad Fflur.

· Gweithio gyda neu gefnogi neu herio Cyfarwyddwr yr Ymddiriedolaeth pan fo angen.

· Cyfrannu at adolygiadau rheolaidd o lywodraethu'r Ymddiriedolaeth ei hun.

· Mynychu cyfarfodydd y Bwrdd, wedi'u paratoi'n ddigonol i gyfrannu at drafodaethau.

· Defnyddio barn annibynnol a gweithredu'n gyfreithiol ac yn ddidwyll i hyrwyddo a diogelu buddiannau'r Ymddiriedolaeth, gan ddiystyru eu buddiannau personol a/neu rai unrhyw drydydd parti.

· Cyfrannu at hyrwyddo, nodau, amcanion ac enw da'r Ymddiriedolaeth yn ehangach drwy gymhwyso'ch sgiliau, arbenigedd, gwybodaeth a chysylltiadau.

Fel elusen fechan, bydd adegau pan fydd angen i'r ymddiriedolwyr gymryd rhan weithredol y tu hwnt i gyfarfodydd y Bwrdd. Gall hyn gynnwys arwain trafodaethau, canolbwyntio ar faterion allweddol, darparu cyngor ac arweiniad ar fentrau newydd, cyflwyno'n allanol, neu faterion eraill lle mae gan yr ymddiriedolwr arbenigedd arbennig.

Yr hyn yr ydym yn chwilio amdano

Rydym yn chwilio am bobl sy'n barod i ddod ag egni, brwdfrydedd ac ymrwymiad i'r rôl, ac a fydd yn ehangu'r amrywiaeth safbwyntiau ar ein bwrdd.

Mae diddordeb mewn cefnogi treftadaeth, diwylliant Cymru, addysg, twristiaeth, cymunedau gwledig, a sgiliau traddodiadol yn hanfodol. Mae gennym ddiddordeb arbennig yn y rhai sydd â phrofiad o ddarparu gweithredol a sgiliau proffesiynol gan gynnwys cyfrifeg a chynhyrchu incwm.

Byddai profiad blaenorol o lywodraethu yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol.

Sgiliau personol a rhinweddau

· Parodrwydd a'r gallu i ddeall a derbyn eu cyfrifoldebau a'u rhwymedigaethau fel ymddiriedolwyr ac i weithredu er budd gorau'r sefydliad.

· Y gallu i feddwl yn greadigol ac yn strategol, ymarfer barn dda, annibynnol a gweithio'n effeithiol fel aelod o'r bwrdd.

· Sgiliau cyfathrebu effeithiol a pharodrwydd i gymryd rhan weithredol mewn trafodaeth.

· Brwdfrydedd dros ein gweledigaeth a'n cenhadaeth ac yn barod i weithredu fel llysgennad i'r Ymddiriedolaeth.

Telerau penodi

Telerau swyddfa

· Penodir ymddiriedolwyr am gyfnod o 4 blynedd yn y swydd, adnewyddu am 3 thymor pellach hyd at uchafswm o 12 mlynedd.

· Mae hon yn swydd wirfoddol ddi-dâl.

Ymrwymiad amser

· Mynychu 6 cyfarfod Bwrdd yn flynyddol (yn dechrau bob deufis ym mis Ionawr). Ar hyn o bryd cynhelir cyfarfodydd yn Y Beudy, Ystrad Fflur, gyda'r opsiwn i ymuno trwy Zoom os oes angen. 

· Mynychu cyfarfodydd neu grwpiau ffocws ychwanegol os oes angen.

Responsibilities

Chairperson Responsibilities:

• chair trustee meetings so that the board functions effectively and carries out its duties
• ensure the board sets an overall direction for the foodbank with clear objectives
• ensure that the business of meetings is dealt with and decisions are recorded and implemented
• in consultation with the rest of the board, to recruit board members with relevant expertise and experience when required
• to ensure that there is appropriate line management in place to manage the foodbank Manager.

 Ensure an effective relationship between staff, volunteers, and stakeholders:

• to plan with the foodbank Manager an annual schedule of any subcommittee/steering group meetings and other key events which board members should attend
• to work alongside the foodbank Manager to ensure there is appropriate communication between the trustee board and staff, volunteers, and any other stakeholders.

Other responsibilities, along with the board of trustees, include:

• to approve, support and guide the charity’s purpose, vision, strategy, goals and objectives
• to manage the charity’s resources responsibly, ensuring the charity’s assets are used only to carry out its purpose, ensure the charity does not become over-committed, and ensure that key risks are identified, monitored and controlled appropriately
• to ensure the effective and efficient administration of the charity, responding to changes in the local community as appropriate
• to ensure appropriate financial plans are in place, budgets are monitored, financial statements are reviewed, and progress is evaluated
• to help promote the foodbank to a wider audience of potential funders and in the community to both donors and beneficiaries
• to ensure the charity has appropriate procedures to: comply with current legislation and good practice; including employment, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion, safeguarding and GDPR compliance/data protection
• to prepare for and regularly attend and participate in board and subcommittee meetings and any trustee away days.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people who want to help their local community and work towards the eradication of food poverty whilst supporting the food bank to continue to provide emergency food to people who find themselves in crisis. Our ideal candidates would demonstrate:

• a commitment to the work of Long Eaton & Sawley Foodbank
• experience of working or volunteering in a leadership role
• experience of charity governance and/or volunteering as part of a Board of Trustees
• familiarity with chairing meetings
• an ability to lead a trustee team in a supportive and confident manner, excellent meeting and presentation skills
• strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• experience leading through periods of development and change
• a knowledge and passion for your local community
• a passion for our vision and goals
• independent judgement and ability to think strategically
• able to commit the time and effort required
• understanding and commitment to principles of equality, equity, diversity and inclusion

We know that having volunteers from a diverse range of backgrounds can help to make what we do as effective as possible. As such, we welcome all applicants regardless of age, religion or beliefs, disability, ethnic background, gender reassignment, sex, or sexual orientation; we particularly encourage applications from people with lived experience of poverty, and those who live or work within the local area.

A voluntary role to take a strategic lead within the Board of Trustees in the support of fundraising at the
Harlequins Foundation.

The Fundraising Trustee will support the Foundation team to ensure that fundraising initiatives are of the
highest standard, that all fundraising activity is compliant with the Fundraising Regulator and relevant
charity law and will assist in developing opportunities which will have the greatest impact in the sector.

About you
You will ideally have experience in fundraising/income generation and will have held senior management
positions, although this is not essential to the role. We would also value experience in some of the
following areas where the Foundation has identified a need for support:

• Grants and Trusts fundraising
• Code of fundraising and best practice in fundraising
• Social investment
• Community fundraising
• Events fundraising

With an ability to hold fundraisers to account and to ask the right questions about strategy and
implementation, you will have an understanding of the UK charity sector, good governance, relevant
legislations, and statutory requirements.

The ideal person for this role will possess an understanding of fundraising practices and the most effective
ways of using these to maximise income, with excellent networking ability, influencing and communication
skills and be well connected in London and the South-East.

How you can make a difference to our work
In addition to the general responsibilities of our Trustee’s your role may include supporting in some of the
following areas:

• Providing guidance and support on the ongoing development and implementation of the Harlequins Foundation’s fundraising strategy and providing support to recognise new opportunities in the sector
• Contributing knowledge of fundraising techniques and strategies, understanding results and approving budgets
• Monitoring the fundraising progress and constructively challenging the Head of Foundation and the Board by asking the right questions about the fundraising strategy and its implementation
• Monitoring the Harlequins Foundation’s fundraising activity ensuring that it is carried out effectively and lawfully
• Mentoring and supporting the Harlequins Foundation’s Head of Fundraising & Engagement and their team when required
• Being the fundraising champion on the Board of Trustees and being an active spokesperson for the Harlequins Foundation in networking to solicit funds and in contributing at key donor presentations when required
• Assisting with the development and amplification of our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion work
• The list is indicative, and adaptable to the skillset and commitment of the appointed person

Commitment required
The fulfilment of these duties is expected to take around one to two days a month that all trustees are
asked to give as part of their roles.

This is inclusive of attendance at a minimum of four Trustee Board meetings a year. The quarterly Trustee
Board meetings are usually in person at the Twickenham Stoop, and last for 2 hours.

Tenure
The Lead Trustee for Fundraising must be an active Trustee and is elected for a period of two years, after
which they may seek re-election.

Remuneration
The role is an unremunerated voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be met. Per the articles of
association, liability of trustees is limited to £1, and the Harlequins Foundation is covered by appropriate
insurance.

At Emmaus we're working together to end homelessness.

Whether you're an experienced Trustee or wanting to take your first step at board level we want to hear from you.

Emmaus Gloucestershire supports formerly homeless people by giving them a home, meaningful work in a social enterprise and an opportunity to get themselves back on their feet again.

For many people who experience homelessness, one of the biggest obstacles they must overcome is a loss of self-esteem. Emmaus provides an opportunity to regain this, with a chance to make a real contribution to their community.

Emmaus communities are not hostels for the homeless; they provide a home for as long as someone needs it. For many, this support and stability is like the family they don’t have, providing a safe environment in which to settle and re-build their lives. Often this is an opportunity to overcome issues such as addiction, get support with mental health issues or rebuild relationships with estranged family.

Like all charities, Emmaus Gloucestershire relies on a diverse group of people to become trustees and deliver good governance.

We aim to maintain a board of trustees which has people with individual expertise in leadership, organisation development, housing, marketing, fundraising, health and safety, legal and finance. 

Alongside the usual duties of a trustee – including giving long term strategic direction to the charity, setting overall policy, ensuring effective and efficient administration and financial stability – Emmaus Gloucestershire’s trustees are expected to play a role in the life of the Emmaus Gloucestershire community.

It’s a unique community of people, with a shared goal in delivering financial sustainability and success for and with our companions. Trustees are encouraged to visit and maintain regular contact with the community, and where possible, spend time working alongside companions and join companions, staff, and volunteers for lunch. 

The Emmaus Gloucestershire Board of Trustees meet quarterly in the evening, from 6.30pm, allowing those trustees who work during the day to participate and attend meetings. There are also occasional away days and potential opportunities to represent the community on a local, national, and international level. 

This is an unsalaried volunteer role; however, we can pay travel expenses if required. 

This is an in-person opportunity and applications are welcome from individuals living in Gloucestershire and it's neighbouring counties.

Request a Trustee Information Pack

Please request a Trustee Information Pack via email .

Application Process

If on reading the information pack you would like to express an interest in becoming a trustee at Emmaus Gloucestershire, please send your CV and covering letter via email.

On receipt, you will be invited to an initial meeting at a mutually convenient time. Where possible, we do prefer trustee applicants to visit our community to meet with one or two trustees, staff and companions in person.

Following the initial meeting, the board will invite you to be an observer at one of the trustee meeting, prior to a decision made and confirmation of your appointment.

Urban Youth is an inspiring grassroots youth work charity based in London, dedicated to transforming the lives of young people through engaging and empowering community initiatives. As a start-up organisation currently pending registration as a charity, we are fuelled by the passion and commitment of our volunteers who believe in the potential of every young person.

Our Mission

At Urban Youth, we aim to divert young people away from risky behaviours and crime by providing them with meaningful opportunities and experiences. We understand that the challenges facing the youth of London today are significant, but we also know that with the right support, they can thrive. Our mission is to create a safe and positive environment where young individuals can explore their interests, develop new skills, and build lasting friendships.

Community Engagement

We believe that community is at the heart of change. By collaborating with local organisations, schools, and community leaders, we create programmes that resonate with the needs and aspirations of young people. Our activities will range from creative arts workshops to sports events, all designed to foster a sense of belonging and purpose among participants.

Join Us

As a small but dedicated team, we are actively looking to expand our network of volunteers who share our vision for empowering young Londoners. If you live in London and are passionate about making a difference in your community, we invite you to join us! Together, we can inspire change and uplift young lives across London.

Get Involved

Your involvement can make a real impact by providing good governance and oversight to Urban Youth, supporting our CEO and Team to ensure the success of our new youth work charity ensuring financial stability and transparency.

As our Trustee on the Board of Trustees, you will be responsible for;

• Support and provide advice on Urban Youth’s purpose, vision, goals, and activities.
• Lead on and approve operational strategies and policies, and to monitor and evaluate the progress.
• Ensure the effective administration of the organisation.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored, and controlled effectively.
• Review and approve Urban Youth’s financial statements and lead on our financial stability.
• Provide good governance and advice, guidance and support to Urban Youth’s CEO and the wider team.
• Keep abreast of changes in Urban Youth’s operating environment.
• Contribute to regular reviews of Urban Youth’s own governance.
• Attend quarterly board meetings, and adequately prepare to actively contribute to discussions and decisions.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Urban Youth’s interests, to the exclusion of your own personal and/or any third-party interests.
• Contribute to the broader promotion of Urban Youth’s objects, aims, and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge, and contacts.
• As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

Join us at Urban Youth as we embark on this exciting journey to empower the next generation!

The Organisation
Family Fund is the UK's largest grant-making charity supporting low-income families raising disabled or seriously ill children. Our mission is to ensure these families have the same opportunities, quality of life, and aspirations as others. We provide grants for essential items such as family breaks, digital equipment, and household goods. Additionally, we offer services like financial guidance, mental health support, and digital skills workshops. We also encourage families to share their experiences to influence change.
Our 2023–2028 strategy focuses on delivering essential help, expanding support, partnering with families for positive change, and empowering our team.
Family Fund is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity, and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer and all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for the role will be invited for interview. If you have a disability, and are happy to let us know, please highlight this in your covering letter.

You can find out more about our work and our clients on our website.

The Role
We are looking to appoint an exceptional individual who will bring passion and commitment, as well as skills and experience to our Board. Trustees play an active role in governing the charity and are responsible for setting vision and strategic priorities, as well as ensuring the charity complies with legal, charitable and financial requirements.  

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop skills and experience, while at the same time giving back to a nationwide charity that makes a real practical difference to the lives of families every day.

We are seeking two trustees to join our team. 

For one role, we are seeking a trustee with the knowledge and experience to help us navigate the changing digital landscape and understand the digital possibilities open to us. We want to use technology for automation and business efficiency and explore the opportunities artificial intelligence present; how we can use it to deliver our strategy and deliver for families – but without losing our personal touch which families value so highly. 

For the other role we hope to find a trustee with experience in the digital marketing field, with a knowledge of digital strategies to grow brand awareness and income. We want to maximise our brand profile and use marketing strategies to grow reach and enable fundraising and growth diversification. 
For both, we are seeking trustees who can bring thought leadership, challenge and ideas on the ways we embrace technology and digital solutions to grow our income in order to support more families.

The Person
We welcome candidates of any background who have the required skills and experience to be a trustee. We would like to particularly encourage those with disabilities or long-term conditions or who are parents or carers of children and young adults with disabilities or serious illnesses to apply, to bring fresh perspectives through lived experience.

Please download the Candidate Information Pack the person specification and more information.

How to Apply
If you are passionate about joining Family Fund and believe you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply with the following:

• A comprehensive CV, including your recent achievements, and the details of two referees.
• A supporting statement addressing your motivations for applying.
• We will also ask you to complete an equal opportunities form.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please get in touch with Melissa Baxter.

Closing date for applications: Monday 25th November 2024 
Interviews with Family Fund: Via Microsoft Teams week commencing 13 and/ or 20 January 2025

We look forward to receiving your application.

Join Our Board of Trustees 

The Patients Association 

Are you passionate about making a real difference in health and social care? Join our independent charity as a Trustee and be at the forefront of driving positive change. At The Patients Association, we work directly with patients and partner organisations to ensure the patient voice reaches the government, the NHS, and key stakeholders.

About Us 

The Patients Association is a leading campaigning charity that champions patient and public concerns across the health and social care sector. We work in partnership with patients, carers, and a diverse range of organizations, including the NHS and other charities, to ensure the patient voice is heard and their needs are met. Through our helpline and online resources, we provide vital information to thousands of people each year about the health and social care system. 

Could You Help Shape Our Future? 

We're looking for individuals who share our vision of empowered patients accessing the care they need and can bring fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We're committed to ensuring our Board reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. 

What's Involved? 

• Help guide our strategic direction 

• Ensure patient voices shape healthcare policy 

• Work alongside our dedicated team of trustees and staff

Want to Know More? 

For an informal discussion about the role, contact: 

Rachel Power (Chief Executive) or  Julie Thallon (Chair) 

Send your CV and 2 page cover letter to Holly Sinclair (PA to Chief Executive) 

Key Tasks

Trustees ensure that the foodbank acts in accordance with its purpose and with charity legislation, and that good governance, best practice policies and rigorous financial supervision are in place. They are required to work collaboratively, with other trustees and with the staff and volunteers of the foodbank, and other external agencies.

• Embrace the organisation’s vision, mission and values.
• Ensure the foodbank has appropriate procedures to comply with its governing document, current legislation and good practice including; employment; health and safety; equal opportunities; safeguarding & GDPR compliance/data protection etc.
• To work alongside the Treasurer and the trustee board to ensure the foodbank’s financial dealings are systematically accounted for and on time, independently examined (on income over £25k) and made publicly available when necessary.
• Ensure focus on strategy, performance, risk and assurance rather than operational matters.
• Act with integrity, making objective decisions without undue influence by special or personal interests.
• Ensure openness and accountability, build public trust and confidence in the foodbank’s work and legitimacy in representing beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• Uphold collective responsibility of the board.
• Act with reasonable care and skill, giving your time, thought and energy to your role.
• Ensure the principles of equity, equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded in Long Eaton & Sawley Foodbank and help deliver public benefit.
• Help promote the Long Eaton & Sawley Foodbank to a wider audience of potential funders and in the community to both donors and beneficiaries.

Trustees may also undertake additional work for the charity between meetings subject to their availability and skill set.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people who want to help their local community and work towards the eradication of food poverty whilst support the foodbank to continue to provide emergency food to people who find themselves in crisis. Our ideal candidates would demonstrate:

• A commitment to the work of Long Eaton & Sawley Foodbank.
• A knowledge and passion for your local community.
• Passion for our vision and goals.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to actively participate in discussions concerning needs of the foodbank’s beneficiaries, staff, and the trustee board.
• Independent judgement and ability to think strategically.
• Able to work effectively as part of a trustee team, contributing and considering others’ views.
• Able to commit the time and effort required.
• Bring relevant capabilities that help the board perform its role effectively and achieve Long Eaton & Sawley Foodbank’s vision.
• Understanding and commitment to principles of equality, equity, diversity and inclusion.

The foodbank would particularly welcome applications from those with experience in one (or more) of the following areas: 

• Human Resources;
• GDPR;
• Health & Safety.

We know that having volunteers from a diverse range of backgrounds can help to make what we do as effective as possible. As such, we welcome all applicants regardless of age, religion or beliefs, disability, ethnic background, gender reassignment, sex, or sexual orientation; we particularly encourage applications from people with lived experience of poverty, and those who live or work within the local area.

Are you interested in the personal and professional development of local young people?

Play an important role in the functioning of our Trustee board.

We are looking for a new Trustee Safeguarding Lead.

Overview 

Esteem works with young adults aged 14 - 26 to build lasting self-Esteem and stronger communities through group activities and 1-2-1 support. 

Esteem creates spaces where everyone matters.

Esteem works with over 200 young adults annually across all of Sussex who face barriers to achieving their life goals. We have a base in Shoreham and offer a variety of different opportunities, including social drop-in sessions, mentoring, wellbeing sessions, volunteering and counselling. We have a dedicated staff team with various backgrounds and a commitment to championing the views of young adults throughout the organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer for a charity that is passionate about giving young adults the chance to develop their skills and confidence, both for their own benefit and for that of society as a whole. Esteem works with young adults to run Wellbeing, Social, Mentoring and Volunteering opportunities, with a youth-led and asset-based approach.

This voluntary role of Trustee Safeguarding Lead is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effective implementation of safeguarding policies and procedures within Esteem. The role requires a commitment to protecting the welfare of all beneficiaries, volunteers, and staff, ensuring that the organisation meets its legal and moral obligations to safeguard vulnerable individuals.

As part of the Board of Trustees you will be jointly and severally responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health, the probity of its activities and developing the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. All trustees should also be aware of, and understand, their individual and collective responsibilities, and should not be overly reliant on one or more individual trustees in any particular aspect of the governance of the charity.

Individuals are sought who have a strong empathy with Esteem’s goal of enabling young adults to flourish. The Trustee Safeguarding Lead will be expected to contribute around 6 hours per month to the organisation, including board meetings, which run for two hours every two months, from 6-8pm at The Old School House, Shoreham. A minimum commitment of two years would be preferable. This post requires some flexibility due to the nature of Esteem being a growing organisation.

Your regular tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Attend Board meetings on Tuesday evenings every 8 weeks at Esteem, from 6-8pm

• Read meeting minutes and pre-reading documents ahead of meeting (sent at least 1 week before the meeting)

• Contribute to all aspects of Esteems Strategy and maintain oversight of the organisation

• Provide strategic oversight and guidance on all safeguarding matters at governance level

• Ensure safeguarding is embedded in the organisation’s culture, practices, and decision-making processes

• Develop, review, and update safeguarding policies and procedures to comply with legal requirements and best practices

• Ensure that these policies are effectively communicated and implemented across the organisation

• Promote awareness and understanding of safeguarding policies among trustees

• Ensure that appropriate safeguarding training programs are developed and delivered regularly

• Monitor compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures

• Ensure that safeguarding incidents are appropriately recorded, investigated, and reported

• Work alongside the DSL to report on safeguarding issues to the board of trustee, highlighting any risks or areas for improvement

• Work with DSL to prepare and present regular safeguarding reports and updates to the board

• Keep abreast of developments in safeguarding legislation, guidance, and best practices

• Recommend improvements to safeguarding policies and practices

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience in a safeguarding role within a similar organisation or setting

• Knowledge of UK safeguarding legislation, guidance, and best practices

• Strong understanding of the safeguarding needs of vulnerable individuals

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently

• Strong organisational and leadership skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Commitment to working towards Esteem’s values of Trust, Support, and Respect

Desirable:

• Professional qualification in social work, education, healthcare, or a related field.

• Experience in a trustee or governance role.

• Knowledge of Charity law and the voluntary sector.

• Knowledge and understanding of issues affecting young adults. 

• Have knowledge of Google Drive

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory vetting and barring checks.

What we offer

• A Diverse and Inclusive Environment: Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to Esteem’s values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and support young adults and staff from different backgrounds so they can be their best selves. Our networks include All Sorts (LGBTQIA+), Adur Refugees and Possibility People.

• Wellbeing Activities: You will be invited to attend wellbeing activities that our staff team and young adults enjoy every three months in our Wellbeing Week.

• Training Opportunities: You will be invited to training opportunities.

Applicants that are offered an interview will be asked to provide two referees and bring ID to the interview to enable us to take up references and undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Esteem welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion through our activities, as well as in our policies and practices. Our culture and values reinforce this. We seek to create an inspiring and inclusive environment where all feel valued and able to contribute to the organisation.

If you have the skills, knowledge and drive that we are looking for, and are passionate about making a real difference in young adults' lives, we would love to hear from you.

About the post

UNA-UK is looking for an outstanding individual who can help the charity improve its ability to respond to the challenging funding environment and increasingly unpredictable global context. The UNA-UK Board is looking to ensure that it has the skills, experience, contacts and diversity needed to sustain UNA-UK. 

The past few years have seen our operating environment change drastically, with unprecedented global turmoil and domestic political volatility. We are proud to have risen to the challenge, with a dynamic team, significant campaign wins and a strong medium-term financial position.  

As UNA-UK believes diversity is crucial to its success, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. 

The candidate

You will be passionate about the need for global cooperation and for institutions that are open, inclusive, accountable and effective. 

The Board is currently looking to appoint a Trustee who can support UNA-UK with their Financial and Accounting skills, to support our compliance and best practice procedures. 

Additionally, a Trustee should be able to demonstrate as many of the following as possible: 

• Understanding and commitment to UNA-UK and its objectives
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of charity Trustees and company directors
• Integrity and transparency
• The ability to make good, independent judgements
• The ability to think strategically, objectively and creatively
• The ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• A willingness to speak their mind, as well as to accept group decisions 

Duties

Trustees' primary duty is to ensure that the charity operates within its charitable remit and legislation pertaining to charities and companies in the UK and that it is well-managed with sufficient resources to deliver its objectives.

You will be expected to attend 4 yearly board meetings, and to review board papers prior to the meeting and contribute to the development of UNA-UK with your skills and experience. 

Please note that this is an unpaid position. 

How to apply

The closing date for applications is 10am, Monday 25 November 2024 and interviews may be arranged at short notice. 

Please note that UNA-UK may reject an application if in UNA-UK’s view the candidate has not followed the application process as outlined in the candidate pack. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we can only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.

Please carefully read the candidate pack here for eligibility details and how to apply.

What is the purpose of this role?

Age UK Notts has a Board of Trustees with between 7 and 10 Trustees. Our Trustees ensure Age UK Notts has a clear strategy, and that our work and goals are in line with our vision and our values. The Trustees are the ‘guardians of purpose’, making sure that all decisions put the needs of our beneficiaries first. The Trustees have independent control over, and legal responsibility for, the charity’s management and administration. Trustees are also Members and Directors of the Company.

What impact does this role have?

Our Trustees are the people who lead the charity and decide how it is run. Being a Trustee at Age UK Notts means making decisions, that will impact on people’s lives. These decisions should always be made based on our values of Respect, Integrity, Kindness & Compassion and Inclusion. As a Trustee you will make a difference to your local community and through the Age UK Network, to society.

What are the responsibilities of the role? 

. To ensure Age UK Notts is carrying out its purpose for the public benefit

• To comply with Age UK Notts’ governing document and the law

• To act in the best interest of Age UK Notts, maintaining the professional integrity of the charity, whilst dealing with other bodies and individuals

• To be willing to challenge and raise concerns

• To ensure Age UK Notts is accountable

• To manage Age UK Notts’ resources responsibly

• To act with reasonable care and skill

• To act as an ambassador for Age UK Notts and for the wider Age UK network

• To safeguard the good name and values of the charity

• To have a positive commitment to, and actively promote, Age UK Notts’ EqualityDiversity and Inclusion policy

In addition to the above statutory duties of all trustees, each trustee should use any specific

knowledge or experience they may have to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. We expect trustees separately and collectively to actively demonstrate our values in their interactions with board members and the charity as a whole.

What are we looking for?

All Trustees must have:

• A commitment to always work with our values at the forefront of what they do

• A commitment to the charity

• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship

• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to their duties as a trustee

• Strategic vision

• Good, independent judgement

• A willingness to speak their mind

• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team

We particularly welcome applications from diverse communities and are looking for people from a wide range of backgrounds to join our board and contribute towards leading the charity and delivery of services to the older people of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

What is the time commitment?

• The charity holds four full board meetings per year in Nottingham, with each meeting lasting around 2.5 hours. Meetings take place quarterly on the third Thursday of October, January, April and July.  In addition, Trustees need to set aside a minimum of 2 hours reading time before each board meeting.

. The AGM follows the board meeting on the third Thursday of October, with the meeting lasting around 1.5 hours.  In addition, a minimum of 1 hour reading time is required prior to the AGM.

• There may be specific occasions when a Trustee is required to attend an event to open/close it, for example a staff conference

• Get to know the charity’s services and infrastructure within the first 3 years/initial tenure of the post and continue to have contact with relevant departments during subsequent 3-year tenures. Feedback on service/infrastructure visits is a standard Board agenda item.

. The charity board also has a Finance & Audit Committee which has its own Terms of Reference and has meetings separate from the Full Board Meetings. The membership of this committee is determined by the Board

• Trustees serve a three-year term of office and can be re-elected to serve additional three-year terms

What training will you be given?

You will be given a basic induction to the Charity and an opportunity to spend some time with the Senior Leadership Team and other key members of staff. There will also be a full suite of training on offer to help you develop in your role.

What can you gain from this opportunity?

Trusteeship can be rewarding for many reasons, from a sense of making a difference, to gaining new experiences and new relationships.

Please note the following key information

• You must be at least 18 years old

• You must be properly appointed following the procedures and any restrictions in the charity’s governing document

• The role of a Trustee is voluntary and is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed

• You must not act as a trustee if you are disqualified under the Charities Act, including if you have an unspent conviction for an offence involving dishonesty or deception (such as fraud), are bankrupt or have entered into a formal arrangement (e.g. an individual voluntary arrangement) with a creditor or have been removed as a company director or charity trustee because of wrongdoing.

***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***

Watts Gallery Trust is looking to recruit a senior artistic practitioner to join its board of trustees. We are keen to hear from dynamic and engaged people with an extensive network of contacts in the arts and a keen interest in supporting our charitable mission of Art for All by All. Whether you are an experienced trustee or want to take your next step at Board level, we are keen to hear from you.

You may be an artistic director working in the visual arts or any other art form, a senior faculty member at an art school, an established professional artist in any art form, or hold a senior position in a commercial gallery.

Information about the trustee role and the recruitment process can be found in the trustee recruitment pack.

Become part of our valued team and help Sight Advice South Lakes develop and thrive

We are looking for committed and enthusiastic team players to join our Trustee Board.  We need empathetic and pragmatic people to help take the work of the charity forward in supporting those living with sight loss and raising awareness of the issues surrounding sight loss.  

Sight Advice South Lakes is a local charity based in Kendal, Cumbria. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals who are blind or partially sighted in South Lakeland.

 We are committed to our core areas of empowerment and independence, holistic support, community and inclusion, education and awareness so that we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those living with sight loss, their families and the broader community.  Our Trustees are an integral part of this process.

Experience of being a Trustee previously is not required, but a willingness to understand the role and responsibilities of being a Trustee, the ability to work collaboratively within a team and a commitment to act in the best interests of the charity is essential.  This is an exciting and interesting role with a required minimum level of involvement, but the role can be developed further should this suit.

The role of a trustee is to ensure the charity is working for the benefit of our service users and the public, to support and provide assistance to Claire Park, CEO, on the charity's purpose, vision, goals and activities, and to help the Board ensure the charity is running efficiently and effectively according to its constitution.

Skills:

· To be able to work collaboratively as part of the Board team

· To be willing to fully participate

· To be able to think creatively and strategically

· To be able to offer alternative viewpoints

· To be able to challenge with good intent

· To exercise good judgment and sound decision making

· To be open and listen to staff, management, service users and volunteers

· To be able to make the right decisions for the charity

· To have enthusiasm for our mission and our values

We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds and particularly those from people living with sight loss.  We are happy to receive applications from anyone with knowledge and experience of human resources or marketing, but all applications will be considered.

Applicants should note that although this is a role with responsibility, it is also an exciting and rewarding opportunity.

If you are interested in making a difference, by using your skills and experience for the role of volunteer Trustee, then please contact Claire Park (CEO) for a discussion about the role and the organisation.

We look forward to hearing from you.