Hr trustee volunteer roles
Join the board of YMCA and help its work supporting communities through training, wellbeing and social inclusion.
Location: London, WC1H
Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 17th November
Who we are
Established in 1844, Central YMCA is the founding organisation of the global YMCA movement, now present in over 120 countries.
Central YMCA works at local, regional and national levels, providing high-quality education, training and qualifications. As one of the largest charity Independent Training Providers in the country and the holder of substantial contracts from the Department for Education, Central YMCA provides education and opportunities for employment for young people and adults, irrespective of their background and experience. We work with some of the most socioeconomically disadvantaged groups, and we believe we can have the greatest impact for those falling through gaps in provision or struggling to engage with mainstream provision.
The sectors in which we work have been carefully selected to reflect the Charity’s commitment to supporting careers in areas that are essential for building strong communities. We deliver employability courses, qualifications and apprenticeships in Health and Fitness, Health and Social Care, Early Years and Education, Horticulture and Business Services. We work with key partners in each sector to promote our courses and amplify our reach.
Some of our work is strategically based in socially and economically disadvantaged communities; supporting the vulnerable and those on low incomes, those who have low prior attainment and are facing personal challenges, alongside those needing support through life transitions.
Through our awarding and end-point assessment organisation, Central YMCA also develops qualifications and learning and assessment resources to enable learners to start or develop their careers, predominantly in the physical activity and wellness sector.
Founded in the heart of London in 1844, Central YMCA is the world’s very first YMCA. For over 180 years, we’ve been inspiring people to reach their full potential in body, mind, and spirit. From pioneering youth education and fitness programmes to supporting communities through training, wellbeing, and social inclusion, Central YMCA has always stood for positive change.
Today, we continue that proud tradition by offering recognised training and qualifications, and a range of community programmes that empower people of all ages and backgrounds. We believe in opportunity for everyone — no matter your starting point. Whether you want to improve your health, gain new skills, or make a difference, Central YMCA is here to help you grow stronger, together.
Central YMCA — A historic legacy. A modern movement. Your community.
About the roles
Chair of Trustees
As Chair, you will provide inspirational leadership and clear direction to the Board, ensuring effective governance, long-term sustainability, and strategic excellence across all that we do. You will play a pivotal role in supporting and constructively challenging our CEO and senior leadership team to deliver lasting social impact and drive performance across the organisation.
This is a rare opportunity to help guide one of the most respected charities in the UK as we continue our mission to break barriers to life-enhancing opportunities through education, training, health, and wellbeing.
As Chair, you will:
- Lead the Board of Trustees, ensuring that governance is robust, inclusive, and forward-looking.
- Provide strategic oversight, helping shape the Charity’s vision, policy, and direction.
- Champion Central YMCA’s mission and values, ensuring decisions are aligned with our charitable purpose.
- Support and hold to account the CEO and senior team, ensuring effective delivery of the organisation’s aims.
- Represent Central YMCA externally – across the YMCA movement and with key stakeholders, partners, and policy makers.
- Oversee Board development, succession planning, and the recruitment of new Trustees to maintain a diverse and skilled team.
Chair of the Resources Committee
The Chair of the Resources Committee leads on financial stewardship, ensuring the Charity’s funds and resources are managed responsibly, transparently, and in line with our charitable objectives and legal obligations. The Committee oversees finance, investments, HR, IT, and other resource-related areas.
As Committee Chair, you will:
- Lead the Resources Committee, ensuring meetings are well-organised, effective, and aligned with the Charity’s governance framework.
- Provide strategic guidance and oversight on finance, staffing, and resource allocation.
- Advise the Board on the financial implications of major decisions and long-term plans.
- Lead the annual budget review and monitor performance against financial plans and reserves policies.
- Ensure robust management of investments, reserves, and overall financial sustainability.
- Work collaboratively with the Chief Executive and senior team to support effective resource planning.
- Liaise with the Chair of the Risk and Audit Committee to strengthen financial controls and risk management.
- Support the preparation and presentation of annual accounts, ensuring clarity and transparency.
- Keep the Board informed of its financial duties and promote openness in public reporting.
Safeguarding Trustee
The Safeguarding Trustee works closely with the CEO and Designated Safeguarding Leads to provide assurance to the Board that safeguarding remains a strategic priority across the Charity. They ensure our safeguarding framework is robust, effective, and fully compliant with legal, regulatory, and sector expectations.
As Safeguarding Trustee, you will:
- Provide assurance to the Board on the effectiveness of safeguarding practices and compliance with statutory requirements.
- Offer guidance and expertise in developing and monitoring the Charity’s safeguarding, child protection, and Prevent strategies, policies, and action plans.
- Ensure safeguarding considerations are embedded in all strategic decisions and risk management processes.
- Champion a strong, transparent, and inclusive safeguarding culture aligned with our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion commitments.
- Ensure arrangements meet legislative and regulatory expectations, including Ofsted and statutory guidance such as Keeping Children Safe in Education.
- Work with trustees and senior staff to embed safeguarding across all learning environments and youth-focused provision.
- Monitor the implementation of safeguarding and Prevent action plans, escalating risks or concerns to the Board where necessary.
- Provide assurance that safeguarding concerns are reported, escalated, and addressed appropriately, with clear routes for staff, learners, and the public to raise issues.
- Represent Central YMCA’s safeguarding commitment externally, promoting best practice with partners, funders, and sector bodies.
- Attend Board meetings, relevant sub-committees, and safeguarding briefings, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and Prevent developments.
- Support transparency by promoting public visibility of safeguarding arrangements, including statements and reporting routes.
Who we are looking for
Chair of Trustees
We are seeking a Chair who:
- Brings a strong commitment to Central YMCA’s values and purpose.
- Demonstrates inclusive, strategic, and inspiring leadership.
- Has experience of governance, either in a charity, public, or corporate setting.
- Is confident working with senior executives to balance support with appropriate challenge.
- Has the ability to represent Central YMCA with credibility and integrity across a wide range of audiences.
- Brings strong networks and the ability to connect the organisation to new opportunities and partnerships.
- Proven experience in governance — ideally as a Chair, Trustee, or Non-Executive Director — within the charity sector, social impact organisations, or relevant industries.
- The ability to chair meetings effectively, foster collaboration, and build consensus.
- The confidence to make informed decisions under pressure, even when challenging majority opinions, and to provide constructive challenge and influence at Board level.
Chair of Resources Committee
The ideal candidate will bring:
- A recognised financial qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or substantial senior financial management experience.
- A strong understanding of education and charity finance, SORP, and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Excellent analytical and evaluation skills, with the ability to exercise good judgement and interpret complex information.
- The ability to chair meetings effectively, foster collaboration, and build consensus.
- A solid understanding of governance principles, business models, finance, funding, and charity regulation compliance.
- The interpersonal skills to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Safeguarding Trustee
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Experience of overseeing safeguarding arrangements in an education or youth care setting (including children’s social services or local authority), with direct experience managing safeguarding issues affecting young people aged 14+.
- Strong working knowledge of government safeguarding, Prevent, and child protection strategies, as well as safer recruitment practices.
- Familiarity with Charity Commission guidance on safeguarding and governance expectations for trustees.
- Commitment to promoting and supporting equality, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of the Charity’s work.
- Experience of working at a senior level in post-16 or vocational education, or within a local authority involved in education policy or strategy.
Why join Central YMCA?
At Central YMCA, we’ve been changing lives for over 180 years. Today, we continue to support people from all walks of life through education, employability, health, and wellbeing programmes. Joining us as Chair offers a unique chance to shape the next chapter in this proud history – ensuring we remain as relevant, inclusive, and impactful as ever.
If you are an accomplished leader who believes in the power of community and lifelong opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 17th November.
Recruitment Agency
21 - 50
We’re an executive search firm working across third sector, education and membership sectors to transform leadership and inspire change.
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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)
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Who we are:
Manchester is a young and vibrant city, with two in every five residents aged 25 or under. Yet, nearly half of our children (43.8%) are growing up in poverty.
Young Manchester is a youth-led partnership of more than 160 local non-profit organisations and community groups, supporting over 15,000 children and young people across the city every week. We resource, strengthen, and champion Manchester’s youth and play sector, centring young people’s voices, experiences, and leadership, and working to ensure that those most excluded have access to opportunities, support, and joy.
Our vision:
A Manchester where all children and young people can thrive and lead purposeful lives in a joyful, safe and healthy environment.
Young Manchester's Board of Trustees
Young Manchester has a diverse, active and engaged board. However, we are particularly looking for further support around financial oversight and guidance, to ensure effective management of Young Manchester’s resources in line with its charitable objectives.
Young Manchester is working to expand its strategic engagement with business and diversify its fundraising streams through corporate and enterprise opportunities.
We are keen to hear from individuals with background in finance, or experience in fundraising, grant management, or investment portfolio. They will support the CEOs and Finance & Operations Manager by reviewing budgets, management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and financial statements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with the other trustees to ensure Young Manchester is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit.
- Comply with Young Manchester’s governing document and the law.
- Act in Young Manchester’s best interests.
- Manage Young Manchester’s resources responsibly.
- Act with reasonable care and skill.
- Ensure Young Manchester is accountable by supporting and challenging its leadership.
- Work closely with Young Manchester’s leadership to execute our strategy in alignment with our vision, mission and values.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
A Manchester where all children and young people can thrive and lead purposeful lives in a joyful, safe and healthy environment.
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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!
Are you a committed Christian with experience in Internal Audit who has a heart to see a new generation develop a vibrant faith in Jesus Christ?
We would love to hear from you. Scripture Union is looking for an experienced Internal Auditor willing to volunteer to support the strong governance of our organisation.
The role is accountable to the Honorary Treasurer who Chairs the Audit & Finance Committee. You will work with the Audit & Finance Committee to define key areas for review.
We are an organisation with a proven track record of effective internal controls with a continuous improvement mindset.
Please see the Job Profile to find out more and apply using the application form attached.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
ScriptureUnion is a Christian charity that exists to see a new generation of children and young people with their own vibrant, personal faith in Jesus
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
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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!
Role Description
We are seeking dedicated innovative thinkers, event superstar planners, and fundraising heroes to join our Events & Fundraising Team at Emerge Worldwide. Our goal is to develop impactful events that generate essential support to protect children and young people from sexual exploitation.
The role will:
- Design and deliver memorable events
- Engage local communities and sponsors
- Promote our mission broadly
- Raise life-changing transformative funds
Your expertise and ideas can help us make an impactful difference to lives.
Join us and contribute to the protection of vulnerable children, young people and women.
What are we looking for?
We’re seeking volunteers with experience in Events - designing, researching, planning, delivery, and Community Engagement. We are also seeking volunteers who have fundraising experience including working around sponsorship.
We are looking for volunteers who have:
● Experience in planning successful events and activities.
● Experience of fundraising in the charity sector is desirable but not essential.
● Reliable, organised with good timekeeping.
● Able to work independently and proactively as well as in a team.
● Clear and confident in communication.
● Excellent working knowledge and comprehension of written English.
What you will gain:
By volunteering with us, you’ll experience the profound impact of helping communities, be part of a movement changing lives across the UK, gain experience in advocacy, and work with a team passionate about protecting children, young people and women against exploitation and trafficking.
Impact of Role
1. Fuelling the Mission
- Every event organised and every pound raised goes directly towards programmes that protect and empower vulnerable children and women.
- Volunteers help generate the funds that allow Emerge Worldwide to deliver training in schools, create resources, and support awareness campaigns.
2. Expanding Reach & Awareness
- Events are not just about money — they also raise the charity’s visibility and influence.
- By helping to plan and run events, volunteers spread the message of exploitation prevention to a wider audience, attracting new supporters and partners.
3. Building Community & Partnerships
- Volunteers help bring people together through fundraising dinners, charity runs, community fairs, and awareness campaigns.
- These events build a sense of shared purpose and create lasting relationships with donors, schools, businesses, and local communities.
4. Creating Memorable Experiences
- With creativity and enthusiasm, volunteers help design fun, inspiring, and impactful events that engage people’s hearts.
- These experiences encourage people to give generously and stay connected to the cause long-term.
5. Sustaining the Charity’s Growth
- By contributing to fundraising targets, volunteers ensure Emerge Worldwide can expand its projects, train more schools, produce more resources, and campaign for systemic change.
- This means their behind-the-scenes efforts translate into life-changing impact for survivors and prevention for those at risk.
We are a welcoming team, dedicated to creating a positive and engaging volunteer experience where you’ll feel valued, inspired, and empowered to bring your ideas to life.
Please note that we will request references, and a DBS check will be required due to the nature of our work.
Registered Charity
Raising awareness and prevention on sexual exploitation & sex trafficking. Amplifying our voice until freedom is experienced for all women and girls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you value supporting adults of all abilities with opportunities to grow in confidence, skills, and connection?
Millennium Farm Trust use the care farm environment to nurture both people and land.
If you have the ability to engage, inspire and lead in strategic decision-making – we could use your expertise as the new Chair of their Board of Trustees!
Who are the Millennium Farm Trust?
Millennium Farm Trust is the charity behind Depden Care Farm. It is a well-established, mission-led charity providing learning, training, and wellbeing opportunities through farming. For over a decade, we’ve supported people of all abilities to grow in confidence, skills, and connection — using the care farm environment to nurture both people and land. Based at Depden Care Farm in rural Suffolk, our programmes combine purposeful agricultural and horticultural work with personalised support.
At the heart of what we do
MFT’s vision: Everyone, whatever their ability, has access to meaningful work that builds self-esteem, self-confidence and self-care and has a place where their contribution to their community is valued and respected.
Our values: that by growing together we will foster a community at Depden Care Farm that promotes transformation, accountability, and integrity. A community which is built on: Respect, Wellbeing, Teamwork, Learning & Compassion.
So what does the role of Chair at Millennium Farm Trust look like?
This really is an exciting time to lead our charity’s Board and use your governance skills to make an impact on our organisation!
As the Chair of Trustees at MFT, you’ll lead our board in providing strategic direction and governance for our organisation, along with ensuring effective performance management. As well as chairing or board and relevant subcommittee meetings, you’ll act as an external ambassador and public face of our charity alongside the director.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Everyone in our organisation shares responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of care, professionalism, and accountability. We are equally committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and celebrate difference, recognising that varied perspectives and experiences strengthen our community and enrich the lives of those we support.
Who we’re looking for
Having strategic management experience, ideally in the voluntary or social care sector, along with a strong understanding of governance will be most beneficial as our new Chair. We need someone who encourages our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and representing the interests of the community served. You’ll also have the capacity to manage change and support the organisation through a period of transition, as well as the ability to inspire, engage, and draw out the skills of our board members.
Please read the candidate information pack for further information before you apply. Don’t think you quite meet all of the specifications? Please don’t count yourself out – we’d still love to hear from you and learn more about you and your interest in joining the Millenium Farm Trust!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.
Eastside People is supporting Millennium Farm Trust in the recruitment of this role. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter, both in Word doc format.
Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:
- Why are you interested in the Chair role at Millennium Farm Trust?
- Having read the information pack, what relevant experience and skills do you feel you would bring to this role? This might come from paid work, study, community or voluntary work or other experience.
The closing date for applications is Mon 15th December. Shortlisting interviews with our recruitment partner Eastside People will take place shortly after, and shortlisted candidates will an interview with MFT during the week beginning first two weeks of January 2026.
