Trustee Volunteer Roles

The Chair leads the board, ensuring that it governs the charity effectively, in service of the charity’s vision and mission. The Chair leads in an inclusive way, supporting the board to work together well, and providing support and challenge to the Chief Executive. The Chair is also an ambassador for the charity.

Chair role

· Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the Board, ensuring that The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre achieves its mission.

· Work in partnership with the Chief Executive and team to achieve our mission.

· Lead the board in ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation.

· Optimise the relationship between the board and The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre’s staff and volunteers.

· Plan and chair the board meetings and the AGM, with others as appropriate.

· Act as a spokesperson and figurehead for The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre.

What we are looking for

Essential

● Experience of being a trustee.

● A keen sense of strategic purpose.

● An inclusive leadership style: able to inspire and support everyone to participate on an equal footing.

● The ability to listen and engage effectively. You are comfortable with challenge and debate and are able to encourage that in others whilst fostering a collaborative board environment.

● Advocate - be able and willing to champion The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre’s work through personal networks, social media, and other channels.

● A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

● Be responsive

In addition to the above, the Chair will have the responsibilities and qualities of all trustees:

Responsibilities of all trustees

● Support and provide advice on The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre purpose, vision, goals and activities.

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

● Oversee The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre’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 [charity name]’s financial statements.

● Provide support and challenge to The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre’s CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.

● Keep abreast of changes in The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre’s operating environment.

●  Contribute to regular reviews of The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre 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 Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.

● Contribute to the broader promotion of The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

 Essential qualities and attributes of all trustees

● 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.

● A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

● Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.

● Willingness to lead according to our values

● Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership

The Florence Nightingale Foundation (FNF) is a thriving charity both in the UK and globally. Its unique purpose is giving back to nurses and midwives in recognition of the enormous contribution they make to society.The Treasurer role is vital to FNF, ensuring that the financial affairs of the organisation are both legal and constitutional. 

In return, FNF offers our Trustees networking opportunities with our inspiring alumni and partners from all parts of the health and care sectors.  In addition, our Trustees can attend our prestigious annual Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service which is held in the beautiful Westminster Abbey. 

Role Description

Position: Treasurer (Honorary Officer and Trustee)
Reports to: Chair of the Board of Directors
Location: London
Remuneration: The role of Treasurer is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed
Time Commitment: Four Board meetings and four Finance & Investment Committee meetings per year. Attendance at the annual Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service. Attendance at annual Presentation of Scholar Certificates.

The Treasurer is also expected to have regular meetings with the Chief Operating Officer (COO), and to remain in regular contact with the charity’s auditors and other stakeholders as required.

Objective

The Treasurer is responsible for overseeing the financial affairs of the Charity and ensuring they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice. You will ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place. You will report to the Board and the annual general meeting on the financial position of the organisation. You will oversee the production of necessary financial reports/returns, accounts and audits. In partnership with the FNF Team, the Treasurer (with COO) are responsible for the preparation of the annual financial review and accounts for approval by the Board and AGM.

Principle Areas of Responsibility

Objectives and Personal Development

• Be aware of and discharge the responsibilities of a Trustee of a Charity and a Director of a Company
• Contribute to strategic target setting and monitor performance to ensure consistency with the values of the Foundation and support the Charity to meet its charitable objectives
• Provide financial leadership to the Charity and its Board, ensuring that it has maximum impact for its beneficiaries
• Ensure the Board regularly reviews financial risks and associated opportunities, and satisfies itself that controls and systems are in place to manage and mitigate risks and take advantage of opportunities
• With the COO and members of the Finance & Investment Committee ensure financial accountability of the Board in fulfilling its duties to maintain the sound financial health of the Charity
• Represent the Trustees on any subsidiary trading company Board.
• Work within all agreed policies adopted by the Charity
• Ensure that the Charity’s financial strategy supports initiatives that promote diversity, equity and inclusion
• Work with the Board and FNF team to create a compassionate and inclusive environment, encouraging diverse perspectives to contribute to innovation and ideas

Efficiency and Effectiveness

• Chair meetings of the Finance and Investment Committee effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to decision-making processes
• Provide direction to the Board on financial policies and strategic developments
• Monitor actions to ensure that financial decisions taken at meetings are implemented
• Work closely with the Charity’s auditors.
• Willingness to contribute to the continuous development of the Board (and FNF team) on financial issues

Relationship with the Chief Executive and Finance Team

• Establish and build a strong, effective and constructive working relationship with the CEO and the COO
• Ensure regular contact with the Finance Manager and develop and maintain a constructive and supportive relationship to enable open and safe discussion about concerns, worries and challenges
• Provide non-executive support to the COO
• Liaise with the CEO to maintain an overview of the Charity’s financial affairs, providing support and direction as necessary

Additional Information

The above list is indicative only and not exhaustive. The Treasurer will be expected to perform any additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the role.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

• Strategic vision and an ability to think creatively, contributing to long term sustainable growth of the organisation.
• Sound, independent judgement and the ability to challenge constructively.
• The intellectual capacity to grasp issues outside personal experience and communicate opinions and contribute to discussions around such issues.
• High level numeracy, with the ability to understand budgets and charity finance.
• The willingness to act in the best interests of the charity and comply with the Nolan Principles of Public Life (Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honest and Leadership).
• The willingness to devote necessary time and effort to being a Trustee
• Commitment to live FNF values in decision making, leadership and collaboration
• A proactive, solution focussed approach to promoting inclusive ways of working
• A collaborative leader, open to diverse perspectives and an advocate for innovation

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

Experience

• A good understanding of financial management and accounting
• A strong business and financial acumen
• Strategic leadership at Executive level within an organisation
• Knowledge of the charity sector is essential
• Successful track record of achievement throughout career
• Representing and championing an organisation
• Proven experience in building strong effective relationships with team members and with diverse stakeholders

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of the charitable objects, mission and priorities of the Foundation and an ability to engage with them.
• Knowledge of the Foundation and its work and commitment to its ethos and mission
• Sound understanding of good governance of charities.

Tenure

The Treasurer will serve a one year tenure in the first instance, subject to an extension for an additional 2 terms (of 3 years).

The Avon Centre is a riding, therapeutic and outdoor-learning centre based in a wonderful woodland setting by Blaise Castle. We are already recognised for our high standards in our work with Disabled people, including physically, sensory and learning Disabled people, and we are branching out into supporting people facing other forms of disadvantages.

The people who use our facilities gain so much in terms of physical and mental-health, confidence and new friendships.

By joining our Board, you’ll be ensuring we can continue to make a real difference to the lives of the children, young people and adults who use our facilities.

We are looking to recruit up to 3 new trustees. You’ll have a commitment to our purpose and ethos, plus experience in one of the following areas;

• HR

• Land and buildings management

• Funding and finance

The time commitment will vary but you’ll definitely get back everything you put in! The minimum commitment is attendance at 4 meetings per year, held in Bristol at the Centre.

We are particularly interested to hear from you if you have lived experience you’d be willing to share to help us make our services even more accessible.

It would be helpful if you already have trustee or other experience of the voluntary sector but not essential. Whether you are an experienced Trustee or wanting to take the first step at Board level, if you share our ethos, we'd like to hear from you.

All Trustees with The Avon Centre are required to complete a DBS (and other) checks prior to their appointment. A copy of our Safe & Fair Recruitment Policy can be found on the website.

Are you interested in working with us to eliminate homelessness in Worcestershire?

We’re seeking an innovative and passionate individual to join our Board of Trustees.

Who are Maggs?

Maggs’ overarching vision and purpose is to work with partners to eliminate long-term rough sleeping in the county, whilst offering homeless and vulnerable people opportunities to thrive and realise their full potential.

The charity began in 1985 through our Worcester Day Centre in Deansway. We have since acquired a second day centre in Malvern and a countywide outreach team that boasts two additional teams: Harm Reduction and an Intensive Transition Team.

We also have our Clothing Project and Accommodation Project, providing 15 housing opportunities for former rough sleepers.

Our goal is not just to support rough sleepers in their situation, but to help them to make the changes necessary for them to change their lifestyle, by dealing with the issues that hold them back, like lack of confidence, substance abuse, or poor health, so that they can access permanent housing and return to a conventional lifestyle off the streets.

The Role:

Our trustees play a vital role in ensuring that Maggs achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity, and Maggs has a clear strategy that aligns with our goals and vision.

Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable Maggs to grow and thrive, and through this, work with the homeless and vulnerable to raise self-confidence thereby enabling positive life change.

Board members have a collective responsibility, meaning that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.

Duties:

· Support and provide advice on Maggs’ purpose, vision, goals and activities.

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

· Oversee Maggs’ 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 Maggs’ financial statements.

· Provide support and challenge to Maggs’ CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.

· Keep abreast of changes in Maggs’ operating environment.

· Contribute to regular reviews of Maggs’ governance by, but not limited to attending Board meetings and being adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.

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

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

Please note that 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.

PFP is a UK-based charity working in Africa and Asia since 2004, and this year we are celebrating our 20th anniversary. Our Mission is to work together with local people and filmmakers to produce, distribute and show local language educational films that give help and hope to vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. Our latest activities have primarily focused on Malawi, Sierra Leone and Kenya. 

Every PFP film seeks to bring about positive change by engaging audiences with themes, characters and subjects that address important challenges facing themselves and their communities.

-  We commission, fund and manage film productions

-  We train and mentor local film makers

-  We partner with other organisations to produce media for their charitable objectives

-  We organise film distribution and viewings and promote digital engagement

-  We facilitate audience conversations to encourage deeper exploration of issues

-  We measure the impact of our films to ensure continued improvement

We produce a range of media from short documentaries and music videos to full-length feature dramas. Our work covers a wide range of subjects, including: health, disability and rights; social prejudice and stigma; agriculture; and environment and conservation.

See our Annual Reports on our website for more information on our work and recent activities.

Primary responsibilities

- Attend and contribute to quarterly Board meetings and informal catch-ups.

- Work with the Trustees and Directors in developing and advancing PFP’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.

- Contribute to the effective governance of PFP, including: ensuring PFP is accountable and carrying out its purpose for public benefit; ensuring compliance with the governing document and applicable law; and challenging the management of resources and ensuring financial stability.

- Support executive management and partners on the design and delivery of programmes across all stages, including partner engagement, filmmaking and distribution, and monitoring and evaluation processes.

- Proactively seek fundraising opportunities.

- Act as an ambassador and public representative for PFP.  

- Opportunity to further contribute to the activities of the charity as much as desired.

Bridewell is a mental health charity using gardening and working in nature to support people recovering from serious mental ill health. From a walled garden and vineyard in West Oxfordshire, Bridewell provides the time and space for people to find hope in recovery.

About the Role – Trustee responsibilities

The Board of Trustees has collective responsibilities:

• To agree a clear and focussed strategy for Bridewell;
• To monitor progress against the strategy and agreed plans;
• To make sure Bridewell meets its legal and financial obligations as a registered charity;
• To make sure Bridewell is financially stable and spending its funds in line with its charitable objectives;
• To approve and monitor the implementation of Bridewell’s policies and procedures.

Each trustee:

• brings their own experience and areas of expertise
• acts as an ambassador for the organisation helping to promote Bridewell’s work
• shares Bridewell’s values: hope in recovery, the importance of structure and routine, the power of community

We are recruiting for up to 3 new trustees.

As a trustee of Bridewell you will:

• have an understanding of the impact serious mental illness can have on peoples’ lives
• have an understanding or interest in the role of mental health services
• have knowledge or interest in the voluntary sector and of the role of a trustee (previous trustee experience is not required)
• have a commitment to Bridewell’s work, the values of the organisation and its charitable objectives
• have an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of being a trustee
• demonstrate integrity and good, independent judgement

Specific Skills

We are looking for trustees who can strengthen Bridewell’s board of trustees in one or more of these areas:

• Broadening the skills on our Board – knowledge of charity leadership, finance, fundraising, operations, service delivery
• Representing our wider community – applications welcome from people in their early career with no board experience
• Representing our wider community – trustees with experience of mental illness (personal experience or supporting others)
• Succession planning – trustees with the interest and aptitude to be a future Chair or Vice Chair of Trustees

To apply

A CV and supporting statement should be sent to Bridewell. 

Please include in your statement why you are motivated to apply for this role and how you meet the skills and experience we are looking for.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to meet staff and the Chair of Trustees and to visit the Recovery Service in January-February 2025

Positively UK is recruiting new Trustees

Positively UK is a registered UK charity providing peer-led support, advocacy, and information to everyone living with HIV. We help people manage all aspects of their diagnosis, care, and life with HIV. We are a peer lead peer run charity and 90% of our staff are living with HIV. Our vision is a society where people with HIV live happy, healthy, and stigma-free lives. Our mission is to empower and support people living with HIV with the knowledge, tools, and connections they need to live fulfilling lives and reduce the stigma surrounding HIV. Positively UK’s Board of Trustees consists of eight members whose experiences range from lived experience and HIV activism to academic, financial, and clinical backgrounds. 

We are now looking for three new Trustees to join the Board. Ideally, the new board members will have experience in one of the following areas: legal, finance, fundraising, marketing. We are looking for people committed to use their networks to advance Positively UK’s mission and vision. 

Trustee Role Description 

A Trustee shares the responsibility for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the organisation’s aims, objectives, and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. 

Trustees advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of Positively UK to support the organisation’s mission and needs. 

Primary responsibilities 

• Ensuring the charity and its representatives function within the legal and regulatory framework of the sector and in line with Positively UK’s constitution 
• Upholding the fiduciary duty invested in the position, undertaking such duties in a way that adds to public confidence and trust in the charity. Determine the overall direction and development of the charity through good governance and clear strategic planning. 
• Acting in the best interest of the charity, beneficiaries, and future beneficiaries at all times. 
• Promoting and developing the charity for it to grow and maintain its relevance to society. 
• Maintaining sound financial management of the charity’s resources 
• Ensuring the expenditure is in line with the organisation’s objectives, and investment activities meet accepted standards and policies. 
• Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the charity and its resources, acting as a counter-signatory on charity cheques and any applications for funds as requested. 
• Interviewing, appointing and performance monitoring of senior staff. 

Expectations 

• Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis, and at special events as able. 
• Participate on a standing committee of the board, and serve on ad-hoc committees as necessary. 
• Be alert to community concerns that can be addressed by Positively UK’s mission, objectives, and programmes. 
• Help communicate and promote Positively UK’s activities widely 
• Be familiar with Positively UK’s finances and financial needs. 
• Understand Positively UK’s policies and procedures. 

Length of term 

• Two years, which may be renewed indefinitely. Proposal and approval are ratified at the Annual General Meeting in November. 

Meetings and time commitment 

• The Board of Trustees meets every two months (online or at Positively UK’s offices). The November meeting is combined with the Annual General Meeting. 
• Trustees are asked to attend additional meetings as representatives of Positively UK as they are determined. 

Accountability 

Trustees (individually) and the Board (collectively) are responsible and liable for the governance and functioning of the charity. They are accountable to a variety of stakeholders, including service users, members, the Charity Commission, and Companies House. 

Are you CEASE's new Trustee?

We are CEASE, the Centre to End All Sexual Exploitation.
We are a national human rights charity with a mission to expose and dismantle the cultural and commercial forces driving all forms of sexual exploitation in the UK.

CEASE recognises the importance of excellent governance if we are to be effective in meeting our aims and objectives. We are currently seeking to expand our team of trustees, and widen the skills and experience represented on the board. Along with integrity, passion and commitment, we are looking for someone with financial expertise to join the board, as well as someone who can support the development of our fundraising.

If you share CEASE’s values, endorse our mission and believe that you can strengthen our governance, we want to hear from you! 

Deadline to apply is November 29.
Full job description is available via our website.

Age UK Hillingdon, Harrow and Brent is committed to making later life better for everyone in Hillingdon, Harrow and Brent. We have an active board of Trustees from a range of different backgrounds who continually provide guidance and support to the charity.The Trustee role offers an exciting opportunity to get involved in an engaging, decision making role which contributes to the strategy, financial strategy and day-to-day management of the organisation.

Our existing Board has a diverse range of experience and skills and we are looking to grow and develop these to support the organisation in the future.  We are particuarly interested in hearing from people with experience and/or knowledge of the following areas:

• Financial Management (including investment planning/management accounts) 
• Estate Planning
• Charity Retailing
• Fundraising / Income generation Fundraising

This is not an exclusive list of skills as each new Trustee brings their own valuable skills and experience.  We are keen to develop our Board's diversity and appreciate that the role of a Trustee is new to some people.  If you would like an informal chat about what the role involves please contact us.

Purpose 

The Trustee role is voluntary with meetings taking place a minimum of once a quarter. Trustees are responsible for: 

• controlling Navigates management and administration 

• ensuring that Navigates income and property are used only for the purposes set out in the 

• governing document and for no other purpose 

• acting reasonably and prudently in all matters relating to the charity 

• acting in the best interests of the charity. 

Main Duties 

1) Comply with Navigates governing document and law. The successful Trustee and your co-trustees must: 

• Make sure that the charity complies with its governing document 

• Comply with charity law requirements and other laws that apply to Navigate 

• As a Trustee, you should take responsible steps to find out about legal requirements for example, by reading relevant guidance or taking appropriate advice when you need to. 

2) Act in Navigates best interests, you must: 

• Do what you and your co-trustees (and no one else) decide will enable the Charity to carry out its purposes 

• With co-trustees make balanced and adequately informed decisions, thinking about the short term and charities future 

• Avoid putting yourself in a position where your duty to Navigate conflicts with your personal interests or loyalty to any other person or body 

• Not receive any benefit from Navigate unless it is properly authorised and is clearly in the charity’s interests; this also includes anyone who is financially connected to you. 

3) Manage Navigates resources responsibly–the successful trustee(s) must act responsibly, reasonably and honestly (duty prudence). The trustees must: 

• make sure Navigates assets are only used to support or carry out its purposes

• avoid exposing the assets, beneficiaries or reputation to undue risk 

• Not over-commit the charity 

• take special care when investing or borrowing 

• comply with any restrictions on spending funds 

4)  Act with reasonable care and skill 

• must use reasonable care and skill, making use of your skills and experience and taking appropriate advice when necessary 

• should give enough time, thought and energy to your role, for example by preparing for, attending and actively participating in all trustees’ meetings (once a quarter). 

5)  Ensure that Navigate is accountable by complying with statutory accounting and reporting requirements. You should also: 

• be able to demonstrate that your charity is complying with the law, well run and effective

• ensure appropriate accountability to members, if your charity has a membership separate from the trustees 

• ensure accountability within the charity, particularly where you delegate responsibility for particular tasks or decisions to staff or volunteers 

Essential – 

The successful candidate(s) will meet the Charities Commission eligibility criteria, specifically:

• You must be at least 16 years old to be a trustee of a charitable company or a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO), 

• You must not act as a trustee if you are disqualified under the Charities Act, unless your disqualification has been waived by the Commission. 

• Fit and proper persons - Finance Act 2010 requires all of the charity’s managers (including trustees) to be ‘fit and proper persons’. 

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks – an enhanced DBS check: this will include a check against the relevant barred list. 

• A client focused approach to service delivery 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Ability to think creatively 

• Competent IT skills 

• Knowledge, skills or experience in one or more of the following areas: PR/Marketing/Communications, Fundraising, Education, Mental Health / Health and Wellbeing 

Desirable - The successful candidate(s) may evidence; 

• Knowledge/experience of the free advice/charity sector 

• Knowledge/experience of Social Policy Issues 

• A sound understanding of money and debt advice processes, procedures and ethics. 

Citizens Advice Barnet seeks new Trustees to join the board to help our established local charity continue to provide its vital services to the diverse communities of Barnet.

Ever since we were founded in 1939, Citizens Advice Barnet has been providing free, confidential and impartial advice to people who live, work and study in Barnet, as well as campaigning on big issues affecting people’s lives by using the data we collect to influence policies and practices that affect the lives of people in Barnet. Our Vision is a borough where no resident suffers disadvantage as a result of an inability to access the advice they need.

With the ongoing cost of living crisis and political change our work has never been more necessary or more in demand. To respond properly, we feel the need to continue having a robust Board of Trustees and, in so doing, our capacity to lead. In particular, we are seeking a more active programme of engagement between the trustees and staff and volunteers and the Barnet community. We are seeking to recruit up to two new Trustees.

Our Trustees shape the strategic direction of Citizens Advice Barnet. The Board sets objectives and targets for the Chief Officer and monitors their progress. The Board also provides advice and guidance for the Chief Officer and Senior Leadership Team. The Board is collectively responsible for ensuring the financial health of the organisation and that the proper financial controls are in place.

Saltaire Inspired are looking a new chair (or co-chairs) and trustees to help shape our future as we move into a new phase of development.

We are an ambitious visual arts charity, creating high-quality contemporary arts events in the unique setting of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Saltaire. We aim to celebrate and promote its heritage and culture as well as the artistic talent that can be found in Saltaire, Bradford and beyond, inspiring and enabling people of all ages and backgrounds to experience and participate in the arts, forming communities through creativity.

About Action for Carers Surrey

Action for Carers Surrey has a vision ‘that every unpaid carer in Surrey is heard, valued and supported.’ We are a dedicated, passionate charity determined to make a difference to young and adult carers across Surrey. We are looking for new trustees to join the board.

About the trustee role

Trusteeships are unpaid voluntary roles and are non-executive, meaning that they are collectively responsible for setting strategy and ensuring governance and that the organisation holds to their vision and mission. They do not carry out the day-to-day work of the charity and they currently meet four times a year.

The board work closely the CEO and Senior team and within this partnership, members of the board are encouraged to support and be a critical friend.

What we are looking for in a trustee

We want to keep the needs of carers at the heart of our decision making and for this reason whilst by no means essential, experience of looking after a family member or friend, either as a child or an adult, past or present, is positively considered.
It is important that our trustee board to be diverse in terms of professional backgrounds and experiences and also representative of communities that we serve within Surrey. We welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability.

Most importantly we are looking for board members who want to make a difference and are able to commit and contribute and be able to focus on what we want to achieve.

Training, including governance training will be provided. Whilst this is a voluntary role, reasonable expenses such as travel expenses are paid.

Trelya are looking for new people to join our existing Board of Trustees. At an exciting time

of development, we are looking for board members who can bring their knowledge, skills

and expertise to support the charity in its mission.

Trelya (the Cornish word for ‘change’), is an award-winning charity working to improve

mental health, wellbeing, and enable positive change in West Cornwall’s most under

resourced communities. Trelya tackles the structural inequalities and barriers which fuel

cycles of deprivation head on. We aim to equip children and families with the skills and

resources they need to break free and build positive, happy, healthy and fulfilling futures.

Learning from over 20 years of grass roots experience we ensure our organisational aims

are always led by the needs of our community. Our responses are innovative, tailored, and

deliver what is really needed to enable long term, sustainable difference. We aim to find

and build on often undiscovered inner strength and resilience. Every person is treated as an

individual, we unlock their core assets and use these to ignite hope, ambition and fulfilment.

We know from experience that the children, young people and families living in our

communities are unique and skilled individuals with incredible potential. Trelya creates

opportunities to fulfil that potential through provision of a nursery (rated ‘Outstanding’ by

Ofsted), an award-winning youth work programme and ‘Gul,’ our highly successful adult

employment and training programme.

Trelya aims to break the generational cycle of social and economic deprivation. We aim to

enable children and families facing the greatest challenges, barriers and difficulties to

develop the skills, knowledge, awareness, motivation and aspirations necessary to break

the cycle. As a trustee you will become part of a dynamic and committed team providing

strategic oversight to build positive, happy, healthy and fulfilling futures.

Trelya has been part of the Penzance community since 2001. We are an ambitious and

forward thinking organisation with clear aims and objectives. We’re looking to recruit new

trustees, who have skills and experience in Finance (including VAT/ Procurement);

IT/Administration; Buildings Management; Charity Governance; Public Relations/Digital

Media who can help us to achieve our aims over the coming years by bringing enthusiasm,

personal experience and imagination.

We are looking for trustees with a commitment to the mission of Trelya, who can work well

in a small team of trustees, with good judgement, diplomacy, the ability to think strategically

and communicate effectively. We wish to strengthen and diversify our Board and extend

representation within Trelya to ensure that the board has insight from a range of

communities. We welcome applications from anyone, regardless of their age, disability,

ethnicity, heritage, sexuality, gender and socio-economic background. Trelya has a board

of up to 12 trustees.

For more information on Trelya please visit our jobs page on our website.

How to apply

To apply please email Trelya enclosing your CV and a letter of introduction responding to the following questions:

 Why have you applied to become a trustee?

 How will your skills, knowledge or experience strengthen Trelya’s board?