Trustee – Community

Contract: Voluntary Trustee Position
Salary: Volunteer
Grade: Volunteer
Closing Date: 5th December 2025

What You’ll Do

As a Trustee, you will:

  • Help shape the charity’s strategy and long-term vision
  • Ensure legal, ethical, and financial responsibilities are met
  • Act in the best interests of the charity and its beneficiaries
  • Support and hold the Leadership Team accountable
  • Use your skills and experience to guide decisions and drive improvements
  • You will also have the opportunity to serve on one of our three Committees, Care, Finance, or Governance, depending on your interests and expertise.

What You’ll Gain

  • A meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact
  • A deeper connection to your local community
  • Personal and professional development through training and board experience
  • The chance to collaborate with a passionate and experienced team

This is a voluntary role. Expenses for travel to meetings can be reimbursed. Trustees are appointed for an initial four-year term, with the option to serve a second term.

Time Commitment

  • Quarterly Board Meetings (usually 3 hours, in person or online)
  • Committee Meetings (as relevant)
  • Induction and ongoing training
  • Occasional service visits, fundraising events, and strategic planning days