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Remote
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Job description
Help Shape Healthier Futures for Children and Families
Can you help drive the future success of a growing national charity?
HENRY (Health, Exercise, Nutrition for the Really Young) is seeking passionate and strategic individuals to join our Board of Trustees at an exciting point in our journey.
For over 15 years, HENRY has worked alongside parents, carers, communities and professionals to give babies and young children the healthiest possible start in life. Our evidence-based programmes, training and support help families build healthy habits, strengthen relationships and improve long-term wellbeing, particularly in communities experiencing the greatest health inequalities.
Today, HENRY supports more than 21,000 families every year and trains professionals across health and early years services nationwide. Last year alone:
- 21,662 families received support through our programmes, workshops and one-to-one services
- 9,608 parents and babies benefited from infant feeding support
- 88% of participants reported leading a healthier family lifestyle
- 96% rated our programmes and workshops as good or great
- 35% of families we supported were from the most deprived communities in the UK
As we work towards our vision of a healthy and happy start for every baby and child, we are entering a new phase of growth and development. Our ambitious 2030 strategy focuses on expanding our reach, strengthening sustainability, increasing our influence, and maintaining quality and impact as we grow.
About the Role
As a Trustee, you will play a key role in shaping HENRY's future. Working alongside fellow Board members, you will provide strategic leadership, support good governance, oversee organisational sustainability and help ensure we continue delivering meaningful impact for families across the UK.
This is a strategic, non-operational role that offers the opportunity to contribute your expertise while making a lasting difference to children's lives.
Who We're Looking For
We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in:
- Marketing and Communications
- Income Generation and Fundraising
- Legal and Contractual Matters
We also welcome candidates with:
- Previous trustee or governance experience
- Experience of scaling organisations
- Knowledge of early years, health or family services
- Relevant lived experience
- A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Why Join HENRY?
Joining our Board is both a responsibility and a rewarding opportunity to create lasting social impact.
As a Trustee, you will:
- Help tackle health inequalities affecting babies and young children
- Influence the strategic direction of a respected national charity
- Develop your leadership, governance and board-level experience
- Work alongside a collaborative and experienced Board and executive team
- Gain insight into a charity delivering impact at scale across the UK
We are committed to building a diverse Board that reflects the communities we serve and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds aged 18 and over.
If you share our belief that every child deserves the best possible start in life, we'd love to hear from you and explore how your skills and experience can help shape HENRY's next chapter.
Ready to make a difference? Read our attached Trustee Recruitment Pack and click 'redirect to recruiter' to be forwarded to our application portal.
Closing date: 9am Wednesday 19th August 2026
Interviews: week commencing 14th September 2026
HENRY is committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding. As a result, all successful trustee applicants will be required to complete a DBS check.
Organisation
Registered Charity 
51 - 100
Posted on: 10 July 2026
Closing date: 10 August 2026 at 10:00
Tags: Campaigns, Fundraising, Policy, Marketing, Legal / Law, Advocacy, Early Years, Education, Engagement / Outreach, Food / Nutrition, Partnerships, Public Health, Research, Safeguarding, Wellbeing, Youth / Children, Community Fundraising, Grants, Governance / Management
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Coventry, West Midlands (On-site)
16.85 miles
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
Are you passionate about wanting to help young people?
Do you have 2 to 4 hours to spare, once a month?
Are you ready to make a long-term, regular, commitment?
If the answer is yes and you would like to support a child or young person currently in the care of their local authority, then we would love to hear from you.
Our Independent Visitor Service is looking for volunteers in or near to Coventry.
For many children and young people living in foster care can be unsettling. You can make a difference by volunteering as an Independent Visitor.
We are looking for fun, reliable, and pro-active volunteers from all different cultures, backgrounds and experiences who have a genuine interest in making a difference to the lives of children and young people.
You will decide with your young person what to do, but activities could include going to the cinema, bowling, playing football, going to a restaurant, riding a bike, or walking in a park. We will match you with a child you share common interests with.
You do not need experience of working with children and young people, just an interest in their development and welfare. Full training and support are provided
Here’s a few of the young people we have waiting for a volunteer:
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Amy (12) lives with an older carer, she would like an active Independent Visitor who can do sports with her.
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Brad (13) lives in residential care with other young people, he doesn’t have anyone in his family visit. He would like an Independent Visitor to take him out and have fun, like the other young people.
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Cassie (16) lives with carers in a new town, she doesn’t have any friends in the area yet. She would like an Independent Visitor to help with her confidence and going out in the local area, she loves hot chocolate and cake.
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Danny (11) lives with foster carers and attends a special school. He would like an Independent Visitor to help him be more independent, he likes parks, aeroplanes, and animals.
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Emma (9) lives with her carer in a very busy household, she would like an Independent Visitor to spend some time with her on her own trying different activities together.
*names have been changed
The Application
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Volunteering mainly happens at weekends and after school hours as the young people are usually in school during the daytime
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The role requires commitment of at least 24 months with one visit per month; this ensures stability for the Child or Young Person
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Complete the Personal Statement section on the application form as fully as possible; tell us all about you; it forms part of the shortlisting process
Organisation
Posted on: 13 July 2026
Closing date: 11 October 2026 at 14:59
Tags: Learning Disability, Youth / Children, Social / Support Work
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Tamworth, Staffordshire (Hybrid)
13.18 miles
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
Are you passionate about wanting to help young people?
Do you have 2 to 4 hours to spare, once a month?
Are you ready to make a long-term, regular, commitment?
If the answer is yes and you would like to support a child or young person currently in the care of their local authority, then we would love to hear from you.
Our Independent Visitor Service is looking for volunteers in or near to Derby.
For many children and young people living in foster care can be unsettling. You can make a difference by volunteering as an Independent Visitor.
We are looking for fun, reliable, and pro-active volunteers from all different cultures, backgrounds and experiences who have a genuine interest in making a difference to the lives of children and young people.
You will decide with your young person what to do, but activities could include going to the cinema, bowling, playing football, going to a restaurant, riding a bike, or walking in a park. We will match you with a child you share common interests with.
You do not need experience of working with children and young people, just an interest in their development and welfare. Full training and support are provided
Here’s a few of the young people we have waiting for a volunteer:
-
Amy (12) lives with an older carer, she would like an active Independent Visitor who can do sports with her.
-
Brad (13) lives in residential care with other young people, he doesn’t have anyone in his family visit. He would like an Independent Visitor to take him out and have fun, like the other young people.
-
Cassie (16) lives with carers in a new town, she doesn’t have any friends in the area yet. She would like an Independent Visitor to help with her confidence and going out in the local area, she loves hot chocolate and cake.
-
Danny (11) lives with foster carers and attends a special school. He would like an Independent Visitor to help him be more independent, he likes parks, aeroplanes, and animals.
-
Emma (9) lives with her carer in a very busy household, she would like an Independent Visitor to spend some time with her on her own trying different activities together.
*names have been changed
The Application
-
Volunteering mainly happens at weekends and after school hours as the young people are usually in school during the daytime
-
The role requires commitment of at least 24 months with one visit per month; this ensures stability for the Child or Young Person
-
Complete the Personal Statement section on the application form as fully as possible; tell us all about you; it forms part of the shortlisting process
Organisation
Posted on: 13 July 2026
Closing date: 11 October 2026 at 15:01
Tags: Learning Disability, Youth / Children, Social / Support Work
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Thank you!
Wolverhampton, West Midlands (On-site)
12.08 miles
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
Are you passionate about wanting to help young people?
Do you have 2 to 4 hours to spare, once a month?
Are you ready to make a long-term, regular, commitment?
If the answer is yes and you would like to support a child or young person currently in the care of their local authority, then we would love to hear from you.
Our Independent Visitor Service is looking for volunteers in or near to Wolverhampton.
For many children and young people living in foster care can be unsettling. You can make a difference by volunteering as an Independent Visitor.
We are looking for fun, reliable, and pro-active volunteers from all different cultures, backgrounds and experiences who have a genuine interest in making a difference to the lives of children and young people.
You will decide with your young person what to do, but activities could include going to the cinema, bowling, playing football, going to a restaurant, riding a bike, or walking in a park. We will match you with a child you share common interests with.
You do not need experience of working with children and young people, just an interest in their development and welfare. Full training and support are provided
Here’s a few of the young people we have waiting for a volunteer:
-
Amy (12) lives with an older carer, she would like an active Independent Visitor who can do sports with her.
-
Brad (13) lives in residential care with other young people, he doesn’t have anyone in his family visit. He would like an Independent Visitor to take him out and have fun, like the other young people.
-
Cassie (16) lives with carers in a new town, she doesn’t have any friends in the area yet. She would like an Independent Visitor to help with her confidence and going out in the local area, she loves hot chocolate and cake.
-
Danny (11) lives with foster carers and attends a special school. He would like an Independent Visitor to help him be more independent, he likes parks, aeroplanes, and animals.
-
Emma (9) lives with her carer in a very busy household, she would like an Independent Visitor to spend some time with her on her own trying different activities together.
*names have been changed
The Application
-
Volunteering mainly happens at weekends and after school hours as the young people are usually in school during the daytime
-
The role requires commitment of at least 24 months with one visit per month; this ensures stability for the Child or Young Person
-
Complete the Personal Statement section on the application form as fully as possible; tell us all about you; it forms part of the shortlisting process
Organisation
Posted on: 13 July 2026
Closing date: 11 October 2026 at 15:00
Tags: Learning Disability, Youth / Children, Social / Support Work
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Thank you!
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