Sport Volunteer Roles

Do you believe in the power of sport to offer life lessons, develop life skills and affect young people’s life chances? Are you passionate about building a brighter future for the next generation? If so, our Trustee role is the role for you.

Who we are

The Youth Sport Trust is the UK’s leading charity improving every young person’s education and development through sport and play.

The role

​Trustee – 3 opportunities

A commitment across c.10 days per annum

Loughborough/London

We are the UK’s leading charity improving every young person’s education and development through play and sport. Our vision is a future where every child enjoys the life changing benefits of play and sport, and we work tirelessly to increase equality.

Sport gives young people a platform to have their voice heard and a place where they feel they belong, and we are on a mission to harness this extraordinary power to change young lives today and help them build a brighter tomorrow.

For almost 30 years we have developed a unique way of maximising the power of sport to grow young people, schools and communities through the development of physical and mental health, fostering inclusion and building character and leadership skills. We have been fortunate enough to work closely with government to influence policy and deliver national strategy, as well as in delivering and co-creating projects for a range of Trusts, Foundations, Lottery distributors and Corporates. We are now seeking Trustees to join our Board of Directors to influence key strategic and governance issues and ensure we meet performance objectives.

As a Trustee you will work to guarantee the highest standards of integrity and governance and help ensure statutory requirements are met. We will look to you to make sure financial controls and systems of risk management are robust and defensible as well as provide expert advice on all matters of Board business. You will also monitor and review the executive teams’ activity and provide challenge and feedback as needed to enhance their performance. Important will be the ability to help the Board maximise impact for the young people we support as well as ensuring sustainability of the charity without compromising our moral position and brand.

The Youth Sport Trust was established in 1995 by our benefactor and President, Sir John Beckwith supported by our Vice President Duncan Goodhew. The organisation is now the leading national charity working within education on youth sport and is looking for Trustees who thrive on accountability and are unfazed by the responsibility of being the guardian of our reputation. We are looking for someone who will champion all we stand for and will promote our work through external relations and stakeholder engagement.

Naturally, you will have knowledge and a genuine interest in the education, sport or youth sector. Commercially and financially astute, you will have sound business judgement and the ability to constructively criticise and being strong accountability. You will have good diplomatic, communication and interpersonal skills too.

The charity uses a skills and diversity matrix to map the expertise and experience of the Board and through this appointment we are particularly seeking individuals with relevant lived experience in state school education, low affluence family background, personal experience of sport changing lives, cultural and ethnic diversity, disability; and/or a background in health, secondary education, school sport, politics or public affairs, the youth or charity sector and/or corporate business or the media.

Youth Sport Trust positively welcomes and seeks to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment. We encourage applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including candidates from an ethnically diverse background and candidates with a range of lived experience.

Charity Chair Vacancy: East Grinstead Sports Club Limited

Join us as Chair of Trustees at East Grinstead Sports Club (EGSC).

Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? Do you have the leadership skills to guide a dedicated group of trustees towards achieving greater impact in the provision of sport and recreation facilities for the local East Grinstead community? If so, we’d welcome your application for the role of Chair of Trustees at EGSC

About Us

EGSC is a vibrant, community focused organisation committed to the provision of  high quality sport, recreation and fitness facilities for the people of East Grinstead and surrounding communities. We want to make a tangible difference to the lives of local people by creating opportunities for healthier lifestyles.

The Role

As Chair of Trustees, you will play a pivotal role in:

· Leading our Board of Trustees to ensure robust governance and strategic oversight

· Working closely with our operating partner, Acorns Leisure, to drive forward our vision and objectives and ensure excellent customer service

· Represent the charity at key events and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders

· Helping fellow Trustees on the board to operate to the best of their abilities

Key responsibilities

· Chairing board meetings effectively, fostering culture of open discussion and collaboration

· Ensuring the board operates within the scope of its charitable objectives and complies with all relevant regulatory requirements

· Guiding the development and implementation of our strategic plans

· Supporting fellow Trustees and directing the work of the Board Administrator

· Championing the work of the Charity

· Ensuring robust relationships with the operating partner, the affiliated sports clubs and other key stakeholders

What we are looking for

· Proven leadership experience at board level, either in the private or not for profit sector

· Strong strategic vision and the ability to think critically and innovatively and constructively challenge the status quo

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· A passion for the impact that sport can have on the health of communities

· Experience in organizational governance and an understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Charity Trustees

Why join us?

· Make a significant impact in the local community

· Work with a passionate group of Trustees and operating team who are dedicated to delivering great service to our customers and expanding the range of services on offer

· Gain personal and professional growth through meaningful work

· Be part of an organisation that values diversity, innovation and commitment

· Build strong and sustainable relationships with our key stakeholders

Is this a paid role?

No, the Trustees are all volunteers

How to apply

If you are ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our Board of Trustees, then we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV (maximum 2 sides) and a cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the role.

Closing date: 7 February 2025

We will acknowledge receipt of all applications.

Interviews will be held in the weeks of 17 February and 24 February 2025 at East Grinstead Sports Club, Saint Hill Road, East Grinstead RH19 4JU.

Boccia is a paralympic sport for athletes with high support needs. In this session, people who have support needs such as learning difficulties, mobility issues or other health needs come to play boccia and socialise. We are looking for someone who can lead this group on a Thursday morning, 10.15-12.

Role and responsibilities:

- Creating a warm and inclusive environment through welcoming attendees and providing excellent customer service;

- Ensuring the space is set up before the session starts for attendees;

- Leading the boccia games (we'll teach you boccia if you've not played before).

Benefits of volunteering with us:

- Access to Cardiff Council's training;

- Travel expenses paid;

- Awarded Tempo Time Credits which can be spent on tickets to tourist attractions, events, leisure facilities and much more;

- Support of a Volunteer Mentor;

- A reference after 10 hours of volunteering.