Trustee

Ready to make a difference to the lives of young people in Croydon?

For 180 years, Reedham Children’s Trust has provided support to the most vulnerable children and young people in Croydon through their schools and communities. We believe every child deserves to enjoy a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life. And we know when the right support is offered, family problems and disadvantage need not continue through generations. Reedham Children’s Trust enables local projects and innovative programmes to tackle the barriers and challenges which too many children and young people in Croydon face daily.

Our Trustees play an important role in helping our charity fulfil its ambitions and aspirations by supporting the strategy, providing robust governance and being ambassadors for our work.

What are we looking for in a new Trustee?

1)     We want our Trustees to reflect and understand the communities we serve. Lived experience of the challenges our beneficiaries face is welcomed, as are Trustees who live/work in and around Croydon.

2)     We value enthusiasm and commitment as much as experience and professional knowledge. This includes - but is not limited to - individuals early in their careers.

3)     We are interested in Trustees who are open to learning as well as to contributing from their place of expertise. In particular, we are interested in candidates who understand Safeguarding. 

What being a Reedham Trustee can offer you:

• ·       Professional development in governance, safeguarding, finance, advocacy and fundraising.
• ·       The opportunity to provide to support young people in Croydon and improve their life chances.
• ·       Friendly and supportive meetings and engagement with staff and other Trustees.

Commitment Requirements

• ·       Attend four regular Board meetings a year in Purley/Croydon
• ·       Regular engagement with the charity’s work through visits to projects and active participation in meetings and events.
• ·       Act as a critical friend in meetings and whenever a new project or activity begins.
• ·       Be an advocate for the charity in your daily life.

This is a non-remunerated positions and all Trustees are asked to give approximately 10 days per annum for meetings, preparation and events.

To apply, please visit our website for more details.