Trustee volunteer roles in beeston, west yorkshire
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Volunteer Treasurer needed to join 6million+ Educational Trust
I am a trustee of 6million+, an amazing community-based charity that integrates creative arts with refugees and local volunteers in West Yorkshire, telling stories of refuge and delivering projects of hope.
While we have just recruited four fantastic trustees, our existing Treasurer is stepping down and we are looking for a successor to fill this role.
The turnover of the charity is small, with a turnover of around £30,000 each year. The Treasurer has responsibility for managing and overseeing the charity's financial affairs, ensuring they are legal, constitutional and follow accepted accounting practices, including working with our accountants to complete the annual accounts. On-going Treasurer responsibilities include administering payments, informing grant applications, invoicing partners for commissioned work and drawing down payments from funders.The post-holder will also be a trustee with an expectation of 6 meetings a year, probably 3 online and 3 face to face and to take an active interest in the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our partner provides practical support and financial assistance to people forced to travel to access abortion care, operating across Europe and beyond, whilst working towards a future where safe, legal abortion is accessible to all.
They are seeking a Treasurer with strong finance and accounting experience to join the Board of Trustees. The Treasurer will provide oversight of financial strategy, risk and compliance, review management accounts and budgets, and support the preparation of annual accounts in collaboration with the staff team and bookkeeper.
The post-holder will bring charity governance experience, commercial awareness, and the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial trustees. A commitment to the organisation’s pro-abortion, feminist and anti-oppressive values is essential.
The Board meets remotely every six weeks, with an additional monthly Governance Working Group meeting. Occasional in-person gatherings may take place every couple of years. The time commitment is approximately 5 hours per month.
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For more Trustee & Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.
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Events Officer has the responisbility of organising (along with the help of a Trustee Events Manager) our magical visits to children/adults with LD, this could be at the hospital, social groups, refugee centres, libraries etc etc.
They will monitor the chapter email for submitted event booking forms (some of these will come from events organised by the Events Manager on Trustees). These will then be added to the calendar and advertised to volunteers. They will ensure each event organised has a handful of volunteers confirmed within a week of the event itself. They will then provide information and support to a Lead Volunteer to run the events. They will ensure that regular events are being attended by volunteers and that they have the costume and materials that are needed for these. They will follow up after events to ensure social media posts are made, hours are uploaded and that costumes are returned. They will ensure that all volunteers are attending events.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Use your skills to help shape brighter futures for children, young people, and families across Kirklees
About Fresh Futures
Fresh Futures is a Kirklees-based charity aiming to improve lives and inspire change for vulnerable and disadvantaged children, young people, adults, and families.
Our vision is for everyone to have opportunities for a better life, now and in the future.
To achieve this, Fresh Futures focuses on four interwoven strands: Education, Health & Wellbeing, Employability & Skills, and Relationships.
What will you be doing?
One of Fresh Futures key services is Brian Jackson College, an alternative education provision. The college can support up to 100 young people aged 13 to 18 based across three sites, in Heckmondwike and Huddersfield. The College is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
There are ambitious plans to grow the provision across Kirklees and neighbouring areas in the near future.
The Board of Governors is a sub-committee of Fresh Futures Board of Trustees. Governors can also be appointed as Trustees of the Charity, but do not need to be so.
The role of the Governors is to:
· Ensure clarity of vision, ethos, and strategic direction
· Hold the Head Teacher to account for the educational performance of the College students, and the performance management of staff
· Oversee the financial performance of the College and make sure budgets are allocated appropriately
Governors are asked to attend 4 meetings a year, one per term, usually held virtually via Teams, and one in-person awayday.
What are we looking for?
We are looking to fill vacancies on our Trustee board and on our Finance and Governors sub committees.
Members of these committees do not necessarily have to also be Trustees. We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
We are particularly interested in recruiting new Trustees/members who have experience in any of the following:
· Health and safety
· Charity finance
· Marketing & PR
· Charity fundraising
· The commercial sector
· Knowledge of Kirklees
· Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
· Independent education
We strive to be more representative of the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from first time Trustees/Governors are welcome, you do not have to have previous experience of being on a board. Training and induction are provided.
What difference will you make?
By joining Fresh Futures as a Governor, you’ll help guide our strategy, strengthen governance, and ensure we continue improving lives across Kirklees. Your skills and perspective will support vital services in education, employability, health and wellbeing, and relationships - helping thousands of children, young people, and families thrive.
The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Fresh Futures with their recruitment. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance. To apply please submit your CV/LinkedIn Profile, along with a covering letter stating why you wish to join Fresh Futures, the skills and experience you will bring to the board and what you would hope to get out of the role.
If you’d like to have an informal conversation before applying, we’d be happy to speak with you.
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Our partner is works to reduce poverty in Zambia by helping vulnerable children and young people access education, develop skills, and build better future - through training, health education, and community initiatives.
Amid a period of significant change, the charity is moving to a locally led delivery model, with the UK focusing on fundraising, governance, and reporting. They seek a qualified accountant with strategic financial management experience, charity accounting knowledge, and ideally some international development insight. The Treasurer will provide hands-on financial oversight, ensure robust controls, and maintain compliance.
The role includes chairing a Finance & Operations Sub-Committee, guiding the Board on financial matters, and working with trustees, outsourced providers, and the team in Zambia.
The Board meets quarterly (remotely) for up to three hours, with the Sub-Committee meeting beforehand. The estimated time commitment required is 4 hours per week, flexibly.
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For more Trustee and Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.
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Events Officer has the responisbility of organising (along with the help of a Trustee Events Manager) our magical visits to children/adults with LD, this could be at the hospital, social groups, refugee centres, libraries etc etc.
They will monitor the chapter email for submitted event booking forms (some of these will come from events organised by the Events Manager on Trustees). These will then be added to the calendar and advertised to volunteers. They will ensure each event organised has a handful of volunteers confirmed within a week of the event itself. They will then provide information and support to a Lead Volunteer to run the events. They will ensure that regular events are being attended by volunteers and that they have the costume and materials that are needed for these. They will follow up after events to ensure social media posts are made, hours are uploaded and that costumes are returned. They will ensure that all volunteers are attending events.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Roots Academy
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 1,800 students across the UK.
Role Summary
As a Governance Officer, you will work closely with the Governance Lead to ensure strong governance practices across Roots Academy. Your role will focus on supporting governance frameworks, policies, and compliance measures to align with charity governance requirements and relevant regulations. You will also play a key role in embedding a culture of governance across the organisation.
Key tasks
Trustee Support
- Assist trustees with governance-related tasks and ensure they have access to relevant policies, guidelines, and resources.
- Direct trustees to appropriate regulatory frameworks, best practices, and governance training materials.
Governance & Compliance Support
- Support the onboarding process for new trustees, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected and securely stored.
- Assist in coordinating trustee meetings, including preparation of agendas, accurate minute-taking, and document distribution.
- Maintain key governance registers, such as the register of interests, policy register, and risk register, ensuring timely updates and compliance.
Policy & Risk Management
- Support the Governance Lead in developing and reviewing governance policies, including Conflict of Interest, Risk Management, and Whistleblowing Policies.
- Assist team leads in ensuring policies are implemented effectively and aligned with best practices.
- Help monitor compliance with Charity Commission regulations and the Fundraising Code of Conduct.
Embedding a Governance Culture
- Assist in raising awareness of governance principles across the organisation.
- Support the Governance Lead in organising training sessions or briefings on governance best practices.
- Help integrate governance principles into the organisation’s operations and decision-making processes.
What we’re looking for
▪ Interest or experience in charity governance, risk management, or compliance.
▪ Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
▪ Excellent organisation and communication skills.
▪ Ability to work independently while collaborating with different teams.
▪ Familiarity with Charity Commission Regulations and governance best practices (desirable but not essential).
What we have to offer
▪ Be part of a dedicated team of 90+ volunteers across the UK.
▪ Contribute to a growing organisation that educates and empowers the Muslim community.
▪ Access to in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
▪ Receive continuous rewards for facilitating Islamic education through Roots Academy.
Please note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers can claim expenses for food, travel, and equipment in line with the Expenses Policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.

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Purpose of the Role:
The Treasurer plays a key leadership role in ensuring SAPHNA’s financial integrity and sustainability. In addition to the responsibilities of a General Trustee, the Treasurer provides strategic guidance and oversight on SAPHNA’s financial matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee SAPHNA’s financial management, ensuring robust processes and controls are in place.
- Advise the Board on financial strategy, risk management, and resource allocation.
- Work closely with SAPHNA’s management team to monitor budgets, cash flow, and financial performance.
- Ensure the preparation of annual accounts in accordance with charity regulations.
- Present financial reports to the Board in a clear and accessible format.
- Support the development of financial policies and procedures.
- Ensure SAPHNA’s funds are invested appropriately, achieving both security and growth.
- Oversee financial compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
Person Specification:
- Must have proven financial expertise, with experience in UK financial management, accountancy, or charity finance.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
- Commitment to SAPHNA’s mission, vision, and values.
- Experience in governance, leadership, or financial oversight.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with other Trustees and SAPHNA’s management team.
Time Commitment:
Trustees are required to attend quarterly Board meetings, participation in working groups or committees, and occasional representation of SAPHNA at events. The Treasurer role may require additional time to review financial matters and liaise with staff.
Please send a covering letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
To achieve equality and excellence in school nursing practice leading to improve health outcomes & reduce health inequalities for school aged children




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are a small but growing charity with a mission to minimise risk of Lyme disease by educating the public and health professionals about ticks and Lyme disease. We now require skilled help to evolve our communications.
- Oversee LRC communications messaging, strategy
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Develop, co-ordinate key messaging across platform
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Ensure key messaging is woven in to LRC presentations, materials
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Liaison with media - respond and proactive
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Coordinate planning of newsletter
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Liaising with team members, project leaders, Trustees
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Taking part in relevant meeting
Key competencies
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Communications experience
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Media experience
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IT competent
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Social media awareness
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Team working
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Good intuition, initiative
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Good communication – verbal & written
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Attention to detail
Applicants must be UK Based.
Please include a cover letter statement explaining why you are interested in the role and summarising previous relevant experience, especially where this is with the third sector.
First stage of recruitment for shortlisted candidates will be an informal discussion with a Trustee to further explain the charity's position and explore potential fit.
Aiming to minimise risk of Lyme disease whilst enjoying the outdoors, by educating the public & health professionals about ticks & Lyme disease
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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InterVol is a student volunteering charity in the United Kingdom that connects students with volunteering opportunities locally and overseas. InterVol supports students to develop their skills with community projects in the UK and then use those skills to support the work of charitable partners overseas on health, education, refugee support, and conservation placements. Our project placements and volunteering opportunities are designed by our local partners with the long-term needs of beneficiaries and communities in mind. InterVol supports a network of four student societies at English universities with around one hundred volunteers annually.
InterVol is looking to increase its presence on university campuses around England and Wales, and therefore we are accepting applications from university students interested in setting up a student committee.As a committee member, you will be responsible for recruiting students to volunteer locally and abroad, liaising between the board of trustees and the committee, and recruiting committee members for the next academic year. The student committees will be supported by the trustee board, who are drawn from past student committees.
Setting up a student committee is an excellent opportunity to gain leadership experience, gain a developed insight into the charity sector and international development, and create positive change in your community and abroad. All student committees are supported by the trustee board, and there will be training provided.
As a committee member you will:
·Work with the student union at your university to establish an InterVol committee.
·Recruit students to volunteer locally and abroad. This will involve attending freshers’ fair, hosting information evenings, and running team-building days.
·Organise local volunteering opportunities and liaise with our international project partners.
·Recruit committee members for the following academic year.
·Oversee volunteer fundraising.
·Commit to being involved with the student committee for two years.
·Be based in the United Kingdom to allow travel to meetings.
Person Specification:
·Experience of volunteering in the UK or abroad.
·Strong teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.
·Capable of leading teams and working under pressure.
·Well-versed at time management and staying organised.
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CKT funds music lessons for children in Surrey who would not otherwise be able to afford them. We are looking for someone to manage our give a gig fundraising programme with the objective of maximising the amount of funds raised and developing long term relationships with gig givers
Specific tasks
- Liaising with and between gig givers, speakers and other volunteers in advance of gigs to ensure the smooth running and maximise fund raising at gigs Working with the roster administrator to ensure that sufficient speakers and volunteers are available at each gig
- Ensuring that CKT team at each gig have necessary flyers, banners, buckets and gift aid Ensuring appropriate follow up after gigs including notifying the treasurer and trustees of sums raised, thanking gig givers and volunteers and banking cash collected at gigs
- Maintaining and keeping up to date the master give a gig spreadsheet, the summary list of recent and upcoming gigs in agendas and minutes and the list of past and upcoming gigs on the CKT website
- Helping organise fund raising concerts and donor events run by CKT itself from time to time
- Attending and contributing to board meetings as a CKT manager
- Attending concerts from time to time as a CKT volunteer
- Performing such other tasks and activities for CKT as skills and time allow
You will be guided in your role by the trustee or trustees with fund raising responsibilities The role may or may not include monitoring the health of the give a gig funnel and identification of and approaches to new and past gig givers for new gigs
Gig givers include all choirs, orchestras, bands, festivals and venues who have agreed to raise funds for CKT
Skills and experience required
Love for music and belief in the importance of music education for all young people You will probably enjoy going to concerts and gigs yourself
Good organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to methodically follow, apply and improve standard processes
High standard of written communication (by email)
Good people skills
Basic familiarity with operation of (non-numeric aspects of) simple excel spreadsheets and shared drives used for data and record keeping purposes
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Lived Experience Board Member (Advisory Role)
About the Role
At Living Reasons, we believe that real change comes from lived experience. To make sure everything we do is relevant, effective, and grounded in the realities of people’s lives, we are creating a Lived Experience Advisory Board.
This is a non-executive, advisory role. Board members do not carry trustee responsibilities but instead play a vital part in shaping and guiding the organisation. The insights and perspectives of our board members will directly inform the decisions of our trustees, helping us stay focused on what truly matters to the people we support.
How the Board Works
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The board is made up of different lived experience groups, each focusing on particular areas.
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Members can meet in their groups to share experiences, support one another, and identify key issues.
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Groups can also set up their own sub-groups where needed.
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Each group decides what information it wants to share with Living Reasons — members are always in control of their voice.
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From time to time, the full board meets together to discuss wider themes, shared experiences, and how these can guide the direction of Living Reasons.
What You’ll Do
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Share your lived experience in a safe, respectful group setting.
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Take part in discussions, focus groups, and community support activities.
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Contribute to shaping campaigns, policies, and services.
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Review materials, research, and proposals and give feedback to help the organisation grow.
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Be part of a supportive community that uses lived experience to drive meaningful change.
Who We’re Looking For
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People with lived experience of chronic pain conditions, either:
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through your own personal experience, or
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as a supporter, caregiver, guardian, or family member.
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We will keep these as two separate groups (personal experience, and supporter/caregiver) so that conversations can be open and relevant to each perspective.
Why Join?
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Your experience will drive real change — in Living Reasons and in wider society.
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You’ll be part of a community where lived experience is valued, respected, and heard.#
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You’ll have a direct line to trustees and a say in how resources, campaigns, and priorities are shaped.
What is the plan?
The person who is starting the charity up is autistic, has ADHD, CPTSD and also multiple physical conditions that effect daily life and is part of the LGBTQ+ community and has faced a lot of issues in life because of these things.
Living Reasons is being created to fix what we think is a challenging situation that is getting harder to achieve every week, month and year in the current economic, political, environmental and societal landscape. It is not easily defined but we hope the charity objects below will help put context to what we want to achieve, what we can say is that below are the issues we are trying to address, how we do this will change as quickly as society does, but the issues we want to tackle are these:
1) Outdated and damaging employment practices
2) Accessibility to services
3) Limited employment, training and education opportunities
4) Lack of support during times of crisis or need
5) Lack of equity and agency for many people in society
6) Institutional discrimination that is not challenged
7) Abuse of the legal system at all levels
8) Abuse of power in government bodies
9) Poor access to healthcare
10) Unequal treatment of many people in society by large corporations
11) Assumptions made by wider society based on incorrect, outdated or discriminatory rhetoric that is used in daily life
12) Outdated company engagement with the public
13) Lack of support that is not talked about and not being addressed
Our Living Values -
Creativity
1) Imaginative Development (Individual)
2) Instilled Collaboration (Internal)
3) Changing The Status Quo (External)
Prospectivity
1) What Can You Do (Individual)
2) What Can We Do (Internal)
3) What Can They Do (External)
Revolutionary
1) Inspire With Confidence (Individual)
2) Boundaryless Innovation (Internal)
3) Challenge Traditions (External)
Attentivity
1) Analyse and Redesign (Individual)
2) Rebel and Reform (Internal)
3) Enquire and Reimagine (External)
To create equality and equity in all areas of society, opening opportunities that are less damaging and focused on the person as a whole.

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Lived Experience Board Member (Advisory Role)
About the Role
At Living Reasons, we believe that real change comes from lived experience. To make sure everything we do is relevant, effective, and grounded in the realities of people’s lives, we are creating a Lived Experience Advisory Board.
This is a non-executive, advisory role. Board members do not carry trustee responsibilities but instead play a vital part in shaping and guiding the organisation. The insights and perspectives of our board members will directly inform the decisions of our trustees, helping us stay focused on what truly matters to the people we support.
How the Board Works
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The board is made up of different lived experience groups, each focusing on particular areas.
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Members can meet in their groups to share experiences, support one another, and identify key issues.
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Groups can also set up their own sub-groups where needed.
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Each group decides what information it wants to share with Living Reasons — members are always in control of their voice.
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From time to time, the full board meets together to discuss wider themes, shared experiences, and how these can guide the direction of Living Reasons.
What You’ll Do
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Share your lived experience in a safe, respectful group setting.
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Take part in discussions, focus groups, and community support activities.
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Contribute to shaping campaigns, policies, and services.
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Review materials, research, and proposals and give feedback to help the organisation grow.
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Be part of a supportive community that uses lived experience to drive meaningful change.
Who We’re Looking For
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People with lived experience of fluctuating conditions, either:
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through your own personal experience, or
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as a supporter, caregiver, guardian, or family member.
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We will keep these as two separate groups (personal experience, and supporter/caregiver) so that conversations can be open and relevant to each perspective.
Why Join?
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Your experience will drive real change — in Living Reasons and in wider society.
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You’ll be part of a community where lived experience is valued, respected, and heard.#
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You’ll have a direct line to trustees and a say in how resources, campaigns, and priorities are shaped.
What is the plan?
The person who is starting the charity up is autistic, has ADHD, CPTSD and also multiple physical conditions that effect daily life and is part of the LGBTQ+ community and has faced a lot of issues in life because of these things.
Living Reasons is being created to fix what we think is a challenging situation that is getting harder to achieve every week, month and year in the current economic, political, environmental and societal landscape. It is not easily defined but we hope the charity objects below will help put context to what we want to achieve, what we can say is that below are the issues we are trying to address, how we do this will change as quickly as society does, but the issues we want to tackle are these:
1) Outdated and damaging employment practices
2) Accessibility to services
3) Limited employment, training and education opportunities
4) Lack of support during times of crisis or need
5) Lack of equity and agency for many people in society
6) Institutional discrimination that is not challenged
7) Abuse of the legal system at all levels
8) Abuse of power in government bodies
9) Poor access to healthcare
10) Unequal treatment of many people in society by large corporations
11) Assumptions made by wider society based on incorrect, outdated or discriminatory rhetoric that is used in daily life
12) Outdated company engagement with the public
13) Lack of support that is not talked about and not being addressed
Our Living Values -
Creativity
1) Imaginative Development (Individual)
2) Instilled Collaboration (Internal)
3) Changing The Status Quo (External)
Prospectivity
1) What Can You Do (Individual)
2) What Can We Do (Internal)
3) What Can They Do (External)
Revolutionary
1) Inspire With Confidence (Individual)
2) Boundaryless Innovation (Internal)
3) Challenge Traditions (External)
Attentivity
1) Analyse and Redesign (Individual)
2) Rebel and Reform (Internal)
3) Enquire and Reimagine (External)
To create equality and equity in all areas of society, opening opportunities that are less damaging and focused on the person as a whole.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About It’s Time:
It’s Time is a charity created by and for young adults who have experienced the death of a parent. Founded by people who know this grief first-hand, the charity ensures no one aged 18–35 has to navigate such loss alone. Through peer-led support, events, free group therapy, and tailored resources, It’s Time offers connection and understanding during an often isolating time. The charity also partners with universities, workplaces, and families to promote better bereavement support - recognising that grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and the help offered to young adults shouldn’t either.
The charity was founded in 2021 and we now run local peer support groups throughout England, have a year long waiting list for our group therapy and supports around 500 people in the online community. We recognise that as we grow our needs and those of our community are changing and are looking for someone skilled in charity growth to steer us into the next phase of our development.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated, strategic, and inspiring leader to join us as Chair of the Board of Trustees. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a growing charity, providing governance, leadership, and support to a committed Board and passionate staff team.
As Chair, you will play a vital role in steering the organisation toward maximum impact for our beneficiaries, holding the Board and senior leadership to account while acting as an ambassador and public face of the charity.
Time Commitment:
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4 board meetings annually (Tuesday evenings via Zoom)
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1 annual in-person strategy day (usually a Saturday in London)
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Participation in any relevant sub-groups
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Ad hoc involvement in events, meetings, or training as needed
Remuneration:
This is a voluntary role. Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the Board in providing clear strategic direction and strong governance
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Ensure the charity meets its objectives, mission, and vision
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Support and hold the senior leadership team to account
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Represent the charity externally, acting as a spokesperson and ambassador
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Chair Board meetings, enabling effective and inclusive decision-making
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Build strong relationships with trustees, staff, and stakeholders
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Oversee financial health, governance standards, and risk management
What We're Looking For:
Personal Qualities
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A visible passion and commitment to the charity’s cause
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Gravitas to lead a growing organisation
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Diplomatic, collaborative, and team-oriented
Experience
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Senior strategic leadership experience
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Experience in growing a small charity
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Strong track record in your professional field
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Experience working with or on a Board of Trustees
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Skilled in stakeholder management and public speaking
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Confident chairing meetings and facilitating group discussions
Knowledge & Skills
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Understanding of the charity and civil society sectors
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Strong governance and financial oversight capabilities
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Proven ability to build and lead effective teams
Term:
The Chair will serve a three-year term, with eligibility for reappointment for one additional term.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about social media and can lead a small team? We're looking to recruit a Lead Volunteer for our Social Media Team. We’re looking for someone who has a passion for promoting a small charity supporting a rare condition and has the ability to support a volunteering team as well as plan and use platforms and tools for social media including Canva, Google Drive and other digital platforms.
The Social Media Team develops and promotes Burning Nights CRPS Support’s communications online, using social media platforms as widely as possible, in order to maximise our impact and to inspire actions in the public, healthcare professionals, communities and businesses. The promotion of our activities will raise awareness of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and provide support and empowerment to the CRPS community. Communications will also run in line with Burning Nights CRPS Support's campaigns strategy/plan.
This is a flexible volunteering opportunity, which means your commitment can be balanced around your lifestyle - being part of a team to ensure that communications to our community and supporters are up to date and timely.
You will provide leadership for your team and support the development of a communications plan for the charity.
Key Tasks and Objectives
You will lead and support an overarching communications strategy, direction and plans for Burning Nights CRPS Support's Social Media/online communications, create engaging content, supervise the team and encourage high standards.
Tasks may include:
- Managing the Social Media campaigns across social media, which includes overseeing engaging content, writing and editorial, design and artwork from The Social Media Team.
- Help develop social media campaigns and day-to-day activities.
- Prepare graphics for sharing across channels.
- Monitor the impact of social media campaigns; Analyse, review and report on effectiveness of campaigns in an effort to maximize the charity’s reach.
- Scheduling and posting social media content.
- Capture and report on monthly data from across all social media platform.
- Lead on Social Media meetings or the social media section of Comms meetings.
- Work with the whole Comms & Marketing Team including the Lead Communications & Marketing Volunteer to provide relevant content for their teams to use on social media, providing training/coaching where appropriate.
- Develop, manage content and maintain social media objectives and targets.
- Supporting the Social Media Team to ensure our social media platforms are regularly updated.
- Supporting with the development, preparation and implementation of Burning Nights CRPS Support's Social Media strategy in conjunction with the overall Comms strategy.
- Encouraging others to comment on our posts and share them with others, to ensure that our communications reach a wide range of stakeholders and diverse audience.
- Increasing the numbers of followers and engagement across our social media channels - Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, TikTok and X, using appropriate tools and utilising relevant channels to reach diverse audiences.
- Monitor, analyse and report on the performance of social media channels/activities using tools like Metricool, Buffer and Google Analytics, feeding back monthly to the Lead Comms Volunteer and the trustees, using the data to inform future activities.
- Keep up to date with the charity and healthcare sectors, events and news, and suggest content to promote through our social media feeds.
- Support new volunteer Social Media Team members ensuring they understand their role or assign them their role.
- Act responsibly with data held by Burning Nights CRPS Support that you may access as part of your role, adhering to guidelines and policies and reporting any concerns or possible breaches to Burning Nights CRPS Support's Data Protection Officer/Lead.
Key Skills or Qualifications
- Experience of using social media platforms, other online tools and Communications to generate interest in a charity, business or project.
- Experience of managing a team and projects.
- The ability to inspire people to act and get involved internally and externally.
- Ability to transform small snippets of information into interesting and engaging stories suitable for social media platforms.
- Good IT skills, including Google Drive, Canva, Buffer, Word and Excel.
- Experience of managing multiple campaigns, with excellent organisational and time management skills, delivering effective targeted outcomes.
- Be proactive and show initiative, with the ability to volunteer unsupervised.
- Genuine interest in supporting a small charity and a passion for campaigning for a healthcare charity.
- Be motivated and enthusiastic with proven experience and is passionate about social media and marketing, and producing tangible results.
- Good interpersonal skills dealing with people sensitively and respectfully from a wide range of backgrounds
- Strong strategic development, project management and articulate communication skills.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy, with succinct writing and proof-reading skills
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other volunteers and staff.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and structure work schedules.
- Ability to be innovative and creative.
- Ability to be flexible and have a 'can do' approach.
- Friendly, approachable manner - able to build rapport with a range of partners and staff, and provide a collaborative team environment.
- Confidence in communicating on Zoom or by email.
Key Benefits
- Voluntary Experience: Gain practical real-world experience working in social media management.
- Supportive Team: Collaborate with a passionate team working on projects.
- Personal Development: Develop your skills in social media marketing, content creation, and community engagement.
- Portfolio content for future job applications.
- Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.
Training and Support
- Full induction to our organisation, as well as check-ins, ongoing training, supervision and support from the Communications & Marketing Lead Volunteer, Volunteer Co-ordinators, Trustees and the Volunteer Team.
- Relevant and ongoing training for your volunteer role.
- Regular updates on charity activities.
- Support, advice and guidance from Charity team.
- After 3 months volunteering, all volunteers are eligible for additional training courses (reasonable cost).
- Out-of-pocket expenses, approved in advance will be reimbursed.
To drive change for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) & ensure people whose lives have been touched by this condition are not alone.




