External trustee volunteer roles

Join Kent Students' Union as an External Trustee 

About Kent Students’ Union 

Kent Students' Union (KSU) is an independent, registered charity dedicated to enhancing the student experience at the University of Kent. As they continue to evolve and strengthen their impact, they are seeking an exceptional individual with strategic vision and governance expertise to join their Board of Trustees and help guide their mission of creating a transformative university experience for all students. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Contribute to the Board's strategic oversight and decision-making processes 

• Support the CEO and elected officers in achieving organisational goals and objectives. 

• Provide strategic guidance and constructive challenge to ensure robust governance structures and financial sustainability. 

• Help build strong relationships across the KSU community and with external stakeholders. 

• Work collaboratively with the Board to prioritise student belonging, wellbeing, and success 

Candidate Profile 

• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and governance experience at a strategic level.

• Thorough knowledge of effective governance in public or third sector organisations, with understanding of trustee duties and responsibilities. 

• Experience of change management and project management and experience within a commercial environment. 

• Commitment to collective leadership and nurturing strong relationships.

•  A personal commitment to the Seven Principles of Public Life (Nolan Principles) and dedication to equity, inclusion and diversity 

KSU's Commitment to Diversity 

Kent Students' Union is committed to championing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in all aspects of their work. To ensure an inclusive and representative Trustee Board, applications are particularly encouraged from individuals from racially and ethnically marginalised backgrounds, women, non-binary candidates and candidates with disabilities. If you meet at least 80% of our essential criteria and are from a marginalised background, you'll be guaranteed an interview. 

Time Commitment 

• Minimum of 6 days per year 

• 3 formal Board meetings per year (November, June, plus March strategy session) 

• Encouraged to join one Board committee 

How to Apply 

Please click 'apply now' or contact Atkinson HR if you have any queries or would like to arrange an informal discussion. The application includes submission of a CV and short covering letter. 

Key Dates 

• Applications close: noon, 25th November 2025

• Interviews: 9th and 11th December 2025

Hillingdon Women’s Centre is seeking to recruit enthusiastic new Trustees to join our existing Board and actively contribute to the existing strength and growth of the charity!

About

Trustees typically attend monthly board meetings, with occasional activities between meetings. The estimated time commitment is around 2 hours per typical month. New trustees will be supported with induction and access to ongoing training, including safeguarding and governance. We particularly welcome applications from women with lived experience of the issues we work on, and from those connected to the communities we serve in Hillingdon and surrounding boroughs. As a trustee, you’ll help shape the strategic direction of the Centre and ensure we continue to provide vital, trauma-informed support to women in Hillingdon and beyond.

About Hillingdon Women’s Centre

Hillingdon Women’s Centre is a women’s charity based in the London Borough of Hillingdon. For almost 40 years, we have been supporting the needs of women in our community. We provide access to services and work with women to help them overcome barriers in their lives and thrive. We are a proudly feminist, safe, and women-only space, inclusive of all women.

We are passionate about gender equality and ending Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). Our services are client-led; we listen, provide information, and enable women to make their own choices and take control of their lives.

Purpose of the Trustee role: 

Trustees have independent control over, and legal responsibility for, a charity’s management and administration. As such, they are required to:
 

• Ensure the charity is carrying out its purposes for public benefit

• Comply with the charity’s governing document and the law

• Act in the charity’s best interests

• Manage the charity’s resources responsibly

• Act with reasonable care and skill

• Ensure the charity complies with statutory accounting and reporting requirements

Key Trustee responsibilities: 

• Definition and review of a strategy/business plan for the charity in line with its objectives

• Set and maintain the vision, mission and values.

• Definition and review of charity policies and procedures

• Review and management of risks

• Attendance at board meetings, including the AGM

• Recruitment and management of the Centre Manager

• Review of financial processes and accounting

• General oversight and management of the charity premises

• Generation of funding for the charity, i.e. completion of grant applications, execution of fundraising activities, securing donors and ambassadors for the charity

• Promotion of the charity externally

We’re particularly seeking individuals with expertise in:

• Fundraising and income generation (e.g. donor engagement, campaign development, marketing strategy)

• Financial audit and compliance

• HR and people management

• External/public affairs and advocacy

• Governance and charity finance

• Strategic thinking and change management

• Lived experience of domestic abuse or connection to the communities we serve

Person Specification

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• Integrity

• Strategic thinking and the ability to see the bigger picture

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and responsibilities of a Trustee

• Willingness to devote the time and effort to the role

• Good independent judgement and creative thinking

• Ability to constructively contribute to conversations

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

We are committed to creating a board that reflects the diversity of our community. If you have access needs or require support with the application process, please let us know.
 

How to apply

• Please send a short expression of interest and your CV 

• If you’d like to have an informal conversation before applying, we’d be happy to arrange a chat.

• Whether you're a seasoned professional or someone with transferable experience and a passion for our mission, we would welcome your application. If you’re passionate about gender equality and want to help shape the future of HWC, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: This is a voluntary role, open to local female UK residents only. This is to ensure compliance with governance, legal, and operational requirements relevant to our charity’s work. 

Prospect Hospice is looking for new talented and passionate trustees with senior fundraising, clinical practice or commercial experience to join our Board of Trustees. These are challenging times for UK Hospices, and you will play a crucial role in shaping the future. If you have time, like rising to a challenge and drawing on your skills, experience and networks to help us succeed then we want to hear from you.  You don’t need to have been a trustee before, professional experience and time available is more important and in turn you will develop your skills and become a valued and critical part of our outstanding organisation while adding value to the community!

 The Background

Over four decades, Prospect Hospice has become the organisation that people in Swindon, Marlborough and north Wiltshire turn to when they, or the people they love, are diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. We have cared for and supported thousands of local people, which is why so many people contribute in their own way to a charity that makes a positive difference in our community.

Our vision is ‘A community where death is no longer a taboo, and everyone has the right to live and die well’. At Prospect Hospice, our patients and their loved one, our staff and our volunteers are at the centre of all that we do. Working with local health and social care partners, and stakeholders from across the community, we have a vital role in improving end-of-life care for everyone.

We are looking for up to four new Trustees who can support our mission to work with and through others using our skills and expertise, so that people have a choice and support at the end of their life.

Our Board usually meets four times each year, in addition to which Trustees are asked to also join one of our quarterly sub committees which also meet four times a year. While it would be beneficial for Trustees to be willing/able to contribute to Prospect related activity outside meetings, for example to participate in specific project-focused tasks or attending and representing the Charity at external events, this is not essential.

Who are we looking for?

Our Board of Trustee team has responsibility for overseeing our strategy and performance and we are looking for people who have time and will bring the enthusiasm, experience and commitment we need to help guide the Hospice through the next phase of its development. You will have the ability to be an effective role model and influencer and be committed to the vision, mission and values of Prospect Hospice, maintaining a genuine interest in our work. You will be a strategic and creative thinker and be able to work effectively as part of a team.

We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with relevant experience and professionally qualified in the following areas:

Fundraising – Extensive experience in both mass-market and relationship fundraising. We are seeking someone who also has a broad mix of expertise in and understanding of key, income streams and innovative fundraising approaches.

Commercial leadership, Growth mindset:
Experience in setting up and growing organisations, managing income and expenditure, and ensuring profitability. Proven ability to build partnerships and optimise operational efficiency. Experience in a start-up environment or with entrepreneurial ventures, supporting the development and launch of new income-generating initiatives, would be desirable though not essential.

Clinical - We are seeking a registered clinical professional—either a nurse or allied health professional (AHP)—to join our Board of Trustees. Ideally, you will bring previous board or senior leadership experience and a strong understanding of clinical governance.  You will provide expert clinical insight to help ensure the hospice maintains the highest standards of patient care and safety. You will advise the Board and Executive Team on clinical matters, monitor care quality and resource efficiency, ensure compliance with relevant clinical regulations (including safeguarding), and support the delivery of our clinical strategy.

Interviews to be held week commencing 5 January 2026.

Equality and diversity

Prospect hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve. We are committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are provided with equality of opportunity in employment. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless  of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Safeguarding

Prospect Hospice is committed to promoting the wellbeing of all adults and children who use our services, ensuring that they live a life that is free from harm, abuse and neglect. We work in an open and transparent way and encourage staff, volunteers, patients and families to raise any safeguarding concerns.

Join the University of Cumbria Students’ Union (UCSU) as an External Trustee

About UCSU

UCSU is a vibrant, student-led charity representing over 10,500 students across our campuses and partner locations. We exist to ensure every student — from undergraduates and postgraduates to work-based learners — has the opportunity to make the most of their university experience. Whether it’s through societies, volunteering, representation, campaigns, or support services, UCSU works to amplify student voices and help them thrive academically, socially, and personally.

We’re looking for an External Trustee with experience in finance, accountancy or strategic business leadership to join our board - someone passionate about student life, who can bring fresh ideas, listen actively, and contribute thoughtfully to the future direction of our union. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence and enhance the student experience across our diverse community — from London to Ambleside, Carlisle to Lancaster — and help shape a union that truly reflects its members.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the strategic oversight, governance, and decision-making of UCSU.
• Provide challenge, guidance, and support to ensure sound governance and financial sustainability.
• Work collaboratively with Student Officer Trustees, Student Trustees, and senior staff to deliver UCSU’s mission and strategic goals.
• Champion UCSU’s values and promote a culture of inclusivity, transparency, and student empowerment.
• Act as an ambassador for UCSU within the University, local community, and wider higher education sector.

Candidate Profile

• Experience of operating at Board or senior management level within a charitable, public, or commercial organisation.
• Skills and experience in finance & accountancy – this will complement the existing skill-set of our current board
• Strong understanding of effective governance and the responsibilities of trusteeship.
• Strategic vision, sound judgment, and a commitment to UCSU’s values and student-led ethos.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and an understanding of the needs and experiences of students today.
• An interest in and passion for the local area would be a big advantage

UCSU’s Commitment to Diversity

UCSU is committed to building a Trustee Board that reflects the diversity of its membership and the communities it serves. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including racially and ethnically minoritised individuals, women, non-binary people, and people with disabilities.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 5 Board meetings per year plus 2 finance sub-committee meetings (all remote)
• Trustees may also be invited to attend training, strategy sessions, and UCSU events.
• The role is voluntary, though reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.

How to Apply

If you’d like to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact Jamie Reynolds at Marble Mayne Recruitment.

To apply, please send your CV to receive the full recruitment pack and application details.

Key Dates

Applications close: Friday 14th November at 12 noon
Interviews: TBC – likely week commencing 17th November (online)

Chair of Trustees – Prospect Hospice

Location: Wiltshire, UK

Commitment: Part-time, voluntary
Term: Three years

Prospect Hospice is seeking a new Chair of Trustees - someone ready to help steer a much-loved local charity through a pivotal time. This is a chance to shape our strategic direction, strengthen our impact, and ensure we continue to provide exceptional care and support to our community for years to come.

UK hospices face complex challenges, but also huge opportunities for innovation and collaboration. As Chair, you’ll bring your experience, networks, and insight to help us navigate this landscape with confidence and compassion.

You don’t need a background in healthcare to make a difference - what matters is your ability to lead, your commitment of time and your passion for helping an outstanding organisation thrive.

If you’re motivated by purpose, community, and challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

 Our Board usually meets four times each year, in addition to which Trustees are asked to also join one of our quarterly sub committees. Whilst not compulsory it would be desirable for our Chair to be willing/able to contribute to other Prospect related activity, project-focused tasks or attending and representing the Charity at external events.

About Prospect Hospice

For over 40 years, Prospect Hospice has delivered compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families across Swindon, Marlborough, and north Wiltshire—at home, in the community, and in our inpatient unit. Guided by dignity, respect, and excellence, we’re proud of the difference we make every day.

The Role

As Chair of Trustees, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Prospect Hospice. Working in close partnership with the Chief Executive, you will lead the Board in delivering strong governance, strategic oversight, and a culture of collaboration and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees
• Ensure the Board operates effectively with the right mix of skills and experience
• Champion our values and charitable objectives
• Oversee governance and strategic development in line with legal and regulatory standards
• Support and appraise the Chief Executive
• Act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the organisation
• Chair quarterly Board meetings and participate in at least one committee
• Lead Trustee recruitment, induction, and development
• Foster strong relationships across Trustees, staff, volunteers, and stakeholders

 About You

Our Board of Trustees plays a vital role in guiding Prospect Hospice’s strategy and performance. We’re seeking individuals with the time, energy, and commitment to help shape our future. You’ll be a strategic thinker, a collaborative team player, and a passionate advocate for our mission bringing leadership, insight, and integrity to the Board.

We’re looking for someone with:

· Proven leadership at Board level

· Strong knowledge of governance and charity compliance

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Strategic thinking and sound judgement

· A deep commitment to our mission and values

· The ability to inspire, challenge, and support others

Interviews to be held week commencing 5 January 2026.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a governance role—it’s a chance to make a lasting difference. You’ll be part of a passionate team, helping to shape the future of hospice care in our region.

 If this opportunity resonates with you, we’d be delighted to receive your application.

Equality and diversity

Prospect Hospice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and ensure equal opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Diversity strengthens our team and enhances the care we provide.

Safeguarding

Prospect Hospice is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of all adults and children in our care. We promote a culture of openness and transparency, encouraging staff, volunteers, patients, and families to speak up about any concerns to ensure a safe, supportive environment for all.

South Cumbria MAT are seeking committed volunteers from a range of backgrounds to join as Trustees on their Board of Trustees.  Trustees are critical to the success of the Trust. Although they are volunteers, they provide challenge and monitoring. They ask questions and probe the information and data they have been provided with. Trustees are often seen as the ‘critical friend’ to ensure leaders are responding to the challenges and key priorities. Being a Trustee is supportive within a group of other volunteers who work together as a collective voice.  You do not need experience of being a trustee. South Cumbria MAT will support all new Trustees to develop in their role as well as additional training where needed.

Trustees come from many backgrounds. We are seeking individuals who may be able to offer expertise in the following areas:

• Education outcomes

• Special education needs

• Governance and compliance including experience of chairing boards

• School improvement

• Health and safety and facilities

• Finance, estates, and/or resources

South Cumbria MAT is a multi-academy trust and therefore registered as a Company Limited by Guarantee with charitable status. Due to this company status Trustees are registered with Companies House.

Join Us as a Trustee and Make a Real Difference!

Marches Family Network is a unique charity supporting disabled children and young people age 3–25 across Herefordshire. We provide vital respite, play, and social opportunities, as well as family sessions that build support networks and strengthen community connections.

We are now looking for new Trustees to join our passionate Board and help shape the future of our charity.

What does being a Trustee involve?

· Bringing your skills, knowledge, and experience to guide our strategic direction.

· Supporting our dedicated team to ensure we deliver high-quality, inclusive services.

· Acting as an ambassador for Marches Family Network and the families we support.

· Attending Board meetings - these are currently held monthly in Hereford.

Who are we looking for?
You don’t need previous trustee experience – we welcome people from all backgrounds! We’re particularly interested in hearing from those with skills in:

· Finance, HR, or fundraising

· Marketing and communications

· Safeguarding and inclusion

· Experience of disability, care, or education (professional or lived experience)

Most importantly, we want people who are passionate about making a difference to the lives of disabled children and young people.

What will you gain?

· The opportunity to give back to your community.

· A chance to develop new skills and leadership experience.

· The reward of knowing you are helping young people thrive.

�� Interested?
For more information or an informal chat and/or application form, please contact Mrs Rae Chambers 

�� Help us ensure every child and young person has the same opportunities as their peers – become a Trustee today!

Join Loughborough Students’ Union as a Trustee 

Unremunerated / Voluntary Role (reasonable expenses covered) 
Closing date: Monday 17 November 2025 

Help us deliver and evolve an award-winning student experience 

Loughborough Students’ Union (LSU) is one of the most successful and respected Students’ Unions in the UK, home to exceptional student leadership, award-winning events, and a vibrant community that empowers every student to reach their potential. 

We’re now looking for innovative and passionate Trustees to help guide LSU into its next chapter -delivering on our new three-year strategy (2025–28), which focuses on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and ensuring that we remain both environmentally and economically sustainable. 

Why join us? 

Becoming a Trustee at LSU means playing a central role in shaping one of the UK’s leading student organisations. You’ll join a dynamic and skilled Board that: 

• Provides strategic oversight and challenge to ensure LSU thrives long-term 

• Supports bold decision-making, innovation, and positive cultural change 

• Upholds the highest standards in governance, sustainability, and inclusion 

• Helps us maximise opportunities to enhance the Loughborough student experience 

You’ll gain unique exposure to charity governance, strategy, and leadership in a nationally recognised organisation while making a tangible difference to over 19,000 students. 

We are looking for Trustees with expertise in HR and Talent Management and in Finance to join our Board. Our immediate priority is appointing a Trustee with strong HR and people leadership experience, with an additional vacancy for a Trustee bringing financial expertise. Both roles will contribute innovative thinking, strategic challenge, and support to help drive LSU’s continued success. 

If you’re curious, strategic, and not afraid to challenge the status quo, we’d love to hear from you. 

Our commitment to equity 

Loughborough Students’ Union is committed to providing equal opportunities for all, irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, sex, religion, sexuality, transgender status and working patterns. We are keen to have a Board that appropriately represents all the communities we serve as an organisation. 

Interviews will be held on Monday 1st and Friday 5th December 2025, via MSTeams. 

Lay Trustee roles are appointed for a three-year term and can serve a maximum of two terms. For more information about the role please see the Trustee Role Profile (click on How to Apply and the file is located under Application Resources). 

Bromley Arts Trust CIO Opportunity to join the Board of Trustees

Ready for a challenge? Good team player? Good at seeing the bigger picture ?

Consider joining our small Board of Trustees. The Board of Bromley Arts Trust is eager to expand the number of trustees and is looking for enthusiastic individuals with special skills and wide-ranging experience to enjoy finding solutions. Whether you are an experienced Trustee or are considering becoming one, we would like to hear from you.

If you have the time (estimated to average 2 to 3 days per month) to undertake this exciting role do complete the application pack and send this with your CV and covering letter to the Business Manager at Bromley Arts Trust.

ECT is looking for new trustees to join our existing enthusiastic and dedicated board who share our ambition to provide top-quality, safe, affordable and accessible transport services for every community we serve. The range of perspectives and experience diversity brings is an asset to ECT and we want to create an inclusive, welcoming environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly those who share our values but may be new to a role as a trustee.

Our Board is forging exciting plans for the future, alongside our top-notch team of committed, professional managers, drivers, assistants and administrators. As new trustees, you will help steer our charity on the next stage of its important journey. 

We are based in Greenford, West London, and also operate in Dorset and Cheshire. There are no specific skills required, and we are very keen to hear from people new to the role of being a trustee who are active in their local communities and we are determined to provide better representation for the people we support. ECT has been going for over 30 years and we do a lot of work with young people, the elderly, community groups and charities but we are also very keen to see what other services we might be able to offer.

We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you have experience in finance, charity management or governance, transport or have a personal connection in some way to community transport but above all else, we want you to feel motivated to be involved and make a difference.

Help shape the future of volunteering.
We are seeking passionate and committed Trustees to join the Volunteering Matters Board at an exciting moment, as we launch our new 2025–2030 strategy. 

Our work spans mentoring programmes, social action projects, community transport and youth-led campaigns – all designed with and for local people. By harnessing the power of volunteers and working in genuine partnership with communities, we create initiatives that are inclusive, relevant and sustainable, making a real and lasting difference across the UK.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to building a Board of Trustees that reflects the diversity of the communities we work with and support. We believe that a broad range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds strengthens our governance and enhances our ability to make well-informed decisions.

We actively encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and communities – particularly those who are currently underrepresented in charity leadership, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those with lived experience relevant to our work.

We value the unique contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all Trustees feel respected, supported, and able to thrive.

Join us as  A Trustee or Treasurer.

Trustee 
Are you passionate about the power of volunteering to transform lives and strengthen communities? We’re looking for new Trustees to join our Board and help guide our charity’s next chapter.

As we continue to grow and adapt to meet the changing needs of our communities, we’re particularly keen to hear from individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas:

Human Resources (HR)
Fundraising and income generation
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA)
Technology, digital systems and AI
Marketing and communications
Safeguarding
Whether you’re an experienced Trustee or looking to take on your first board role, we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds to support us through an exciting time.

Join us as Treasurer
Are you a finance professional who believes in the power of volunteering to create stronger, more connected communities? We’re seeking a dedicated and skilled Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and help guide our charity’s financial strategy as we grow and evolve.

As Treasurer, you will play a key role in overseeing our financial health, ensuring strong governance, and supporting the Board and senior leadership to make sound, sustainable decisions. You’ll bring insight, scrutiny, and strategic thinking to help us maximise our impact and reach.

We’re looking for someone who:

Has a strong background in finance, accountancy, or financial management
Understands charity finance
Can communicate complex financial information clearly to a non-financial audience
Is committed to our mission and values
Your financial expertise could help us unlock even greater potential in the communities we support through volunteering.

Please note, as the role of Treasurer is also a Trustee, please read the Trustee role profile alongside the Treasurer one.

If you are ready to make a difference and lead an organisation committed to empowering communities, we want to hear from you.

Please complete the application form and feel free to submit an audio or video file in place of/or in addition to your application via email.

Join us in making a positive impact and help us build stronger communities for all.

Number Champions supports London primary school children who struggle with numeracy. Independent evaluation shows our highly positive impact. We seek two capable and committed trustees to help drive our strategy and oversee delivery.One new trustee may become Vice Chair.

What will you be doing?

Numeracy, like literacy, is a core life skill. However, many children do not learn well in a classroom setting. Number Champions was the first and is still the only UK charity focused on supporting primary school children who struggle with numeracy. By helping children improve their confidence, enjoyment, and skills in maths, we support their wider development and help them achieve their potential.

Our trained volunteers run weekly one-to-one sessions with each child, during the school day but outside the classroom. They use games and other creative activities to engage the child and to enable them to build confidence and skills. Experienced teachers volunteering with us as “Mentors” provide support.

The trustee board meets about seven times a year. It sets strategic direction, reviews all aspects of the charity in rotation, and takes corrective action where it identifies that we are not achieving our planned objectives. All trustees are expected to study the papers for each meeting and to contribute to all discussions. We currently have eight trustees with two reaching the end of their terms, so we will be eight again after the recruitment process.

You would use your experience, skills, and current awareness to identify risks and opportunities to bring to the board’s attention, and you would influence the other trustees to follow your ideas through to implementation. 

Board meetings alternate between in-person in London and online.

We encourage trustees to meet our volunteers and staff, and to ensure that their experience and voice is taken into account in directing the charity.

What are we looking for?

You will:

• bring relevant senior experience from any sector, including education, business, professional, or charity.
• have skills which would enhance the capability of the board. The attached role descriptions list skills, but we are open to other skills you can offer which you can persuade us would be important to the charity.
• function effectively as part of a team, thinking creatively and strategically, listening, stating your position clearly and succinctly, and accepting group decisions.
• be open, deliver on commitments and show attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture, and understand your own strengths and weaknesses.
• be enthusiastic about our mission to help children achieve their potential.
• devote time to reading papers and attending board meetings and to progressing issues as needed between meetings – probably about ten to twelve hours a month.
• ideally have experience in fundraising or volunteer management, but this is certainly not a requirement for the roles.

We serve the diverse population of London children. This diversity is reflected in our volunteers but not in our current board. We welcome applicants from all ethnicities, orientations, and backgrounds, including those with disabilities.

You do not need experience as a trustee.

Help shape the future, and be part of ending homelessness.

At SPEAR, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and the chance to thrive. Our passionate staff and volunteers work every day to support people experiencing homelessness — but we know real, lasting change also depends on strong leadership and diverse perspectives at the top.

That’s why we’re looking for new Trustees to join our Board and help guide SPEAR’s governance, strategy, and impact.

We actively encourage applications from women and people from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, as we’re committed to building a Board that better reflects the communities we serve.

What we’re looking for

We’re particularly interested in candidates with experience or skills in one or more of the following areas:

• Qualified Accountant
• Audit and Risk – with the view to becoming the Chair of our Audit and Risk Committee
• Fundraising
• Safeguarding – with the potential to act as our Safeguarding Lead
• Lived experience of homelessness, or a close connection to someone affected by it

If you have these skills or a passion for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply

Please upload your CV and a supporting statement (maximum two pages) outlining why you believe you’re an excellent fit for the role.

Closing date: 23 November 2025, 23:59pm
Interviews: Early December, date TBC

To learn more, please see our Trustee Recruitment Pack attached.

Role Title: Treasurer (Trustee)

Board/Committee:  Board of Trustees and Finance, Risk and Investment Committee

Remuneration:  Travel and subsistence will be paid for attendance at meetings in accordance with the CoSRH travel and expenses policy. Board members are not remunerated for their Board/Trustee work. 

Responsible to:  The Chair of the Board of the Trustees

Regular liaison with:

· Board of Trustees

· CoSRH President

· CEO

· Director of Finance and Operations

· Sub-Committees of the Board 

· External partners at senior level 

Duration of appointment:  Three-year term (with a possible extension of a further three years)

Time Commitment:  Trustees meet four times a year in London and/or virtually. Meetings last approximately three hours.  Trustees and Council meet jointly once per year in London and/or virtually. Meetings last approximately three hours.  The Finance, Risk and Investment Committee meets four times per year virtually. Meetings last approximately two hours.  In addition, Trustees are expected to allow time for reading of papers and preparation for meetings and for occasional events such as the AGM, attending relevant external events/training and induction. 

Who we are:

The College of Sexual and Reproductive (CoSRH) is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, and we are the voice for professionals working in this area. As a multi-disciplinary professional membership organisation, we set clinical guidance and standards, provide training and lifelong education, and champion safe and effective sexual and reproductive healthcare across the life course for all. 

Can you help us?

The College of Sexual and Reproductive Health (CoSRH) is seeking an experienced financial professional to join our Board of Trustees as Treasurer. This is an exceptional opportunity to provide strategic financial leadership and make a meaningful impact on sexual and reproductive health across the UK.

As Treasurer, you will chair our Finance, Risk and Investment Committee and play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial stability, sustainability and growth over the next three years.

We're looking for a qualified finance professional (ACA, CIMA or equivalent) with senior-level experience in audit, investment and strategic financial planning. You'll bring strong governance expertise, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to guide an organisation through growth and change.

Purpose of the role:

The overall aim of the Trustee role is to provide strong leadership, direction and expertise to the governance of the CoSRH.

The Board of Trustees (‘the Board’) is the body with the legal duty to protect the mission and vision of the CoSRH and to ensure that it is run in accordance with legal requirements.

The role of the Board is to provide good governance and leadership by:

· Determining organisational strategy

· Determining organisational statutory policy

· Ensuring the organisation’s financial stability and sustainability, and agreeing the annual operational budget

· Appointing the Chief Executive (who is overseen by the Chair of the Board on behalf of the Board)

· Providing support and constructive challenge to the Chief Executive and their staff team

· Setting and monitoring procedures for assessing and managing risk

· Taking advice from members, Council, Committees and from specialist advisors

· Ensuring good communication between the Board, the Council and the membership, and providing feedback on Board decisions and discussions to these groups

· Monitoring strategy performance

· Representing the CoSRH externally where necessary

As a charity and company limited by guarantee, Board members are charity Trustees and company directors. They do not represent any group or organisation in this role and they must act in good faith and in the best interests of CoSRH and in accordance with the CoSRH Code of Conduct.

Treasurer

Chair the Finance, Risk and Investment Committee (FR&IC) and lead the committee as follows:

· To review progress of financial elements of the strategy and make recommendations thereon to the Board of Trustees.

· To review/consider the strategic plan in context of financial and budgetary impact.

· To review the annual budget along with any constituent elements including membership pricing and make recommendations to the trustees.

· To agree specific expenditure beyond that in the approved budget of up to £125k.

· To make a virement of budgets of up to £125k

· To keep under review through regular reports the delivery of approved capital projects both from the capital investment as well as the actual compared to the projected returns.

· Advise Remuneration Committee on the affordability of any changes to pay and or benefits.

· To review the CoSRH Board Assurance Framework including mitigations, consider the total risks being carried in light of the risk appetite and undertake regular reviews of the risks by rotation.

· To receive reports at each meeting on financial performance and report as required to the Trustees

· To review the draft annual accounts along with the audit report, ensure they are prepared in accordance with relevant accounting standards and Charity Commission guidance and recommend their approval to the Trustees

· To recommend appointment of CoSRH’s external auditors to Trustees and to keep under review the performance of the auditors.

· To review the external auditors’ planning document, their annual findings, report and recommend any required improvements to financial processes.

· To monitor and review the CoSRH’s pension schemes and make recommendations for change when appropriate.

· To review and approve new Business Cases and oversee delivery of benefits,

· To consider changes to the reserves policy and make appropriate recommendations to the Board.

· To keep under review CoSRH’s Investment Policy including compliance with the ethical investment policy and update as necessary.

· To agree and review the Trustee’s attitude to financial risk and the asset allocation strategy.

· To review at each meeting the performance of CoSRH’s portfolio of investments and to receive regular reports from the Investment Managers.

· To consider changes to investment strategy and make appropriate recommendations to the Board.

· To propose the appointment of external investment managers for CoSRH, if appropriate, and to manage their performance.

· To ensure that all transfers of investment funds between managers are properly authorised by the Board.

· To report to the Board of Trustees on the performance of the investments.

Main duties and responsibilities of a Trustee

Board members are required to: 

· Ensure that the highest standards of corporate governance are observed at all times

· Establish the overall strategic direction and governance of the CoSRH 

· Approve the budget and business plan for the CoSRH including the costs of Council and its committees

· Ensure the effective, efficient and appropriate use of resources available to the CoSRH

· Oversee the delivery of planned results by monitoring and reviewing performance against agreed strategic objectives and targets

· Ensure that the CoSRH operates within the limits of its objectives and authority

· Ensure that the CoSRH is accountable to key stakeholders within and outside the health sector

· Ensure that the CoSRH undertakes its work with due regard to equality and diversity issues

· Ensure that the CoSRH complies with all relevant legislative and administrative requirements including, but not limited to, company law, charity law, health and safety, data protection and equalities.

· Ensure that an effective risk management system is in place 

· Approve the annual budget 

Board members are expected to:

· Read all Board and Committee papers in advance of meetings

· Attend and make constructive contributions to Board and Committee meetings

· Provide specialist guidance on particular areas where they have expertise

· Commit to safeguarding the good name and values of the CoSRH 

· Be a champion and ambassador for the CoSRH 

· Abide by all relevant policies and procedures of the CoSRH 

· Agree and adhere to the CoSRH Board of Trustees Code of Conduct.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

· A financial accountancy qualification or equivalent experience (eg ACA, CIMA)

· Experience of audit, investment, strategic planning and budgetary planning

· Ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team whilst keeping in mind the responsibility of being an individual trustee 

· Experience of guiding an organisation through growth and change 

· An understanding of and commitment to the values expressed in the CoSRH code of good governance 

· Confident and effective communication skills including listening skills 

· A track record of being able to process details quickly and get to the heart of an issue including financial issues 

· Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship

· Understanding of the role of the Chair of Trustees, CoSRH President and CEO

· A track record of significant achievement at a senior level in the commercial private, public or not-for-profit sector

· Experience of board or committee membership in a charity, public sector or commercial organisation 

Desirable Criteria:

· Experience of board or committee membership in a charity, public sector or commercial organisation 

· Knowledge or experience of the charity sector

· Knowledge of the healthcare sector

To apply:

To apply please follow this link and upload your personal statement and CV outlining your suitability for the role. Treasurer (Trustee) job - Hybrid - College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare

The closing date for applications is midday 21 November 2025.

Interviews are likely to take place w/c 1st December 2025 with the role due to commence in January 2026.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.