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About Us

Established in 1844, Central YMCA is a registered charity, and the founding organisation of the global YMCA movement now present in over 120 countries. We are a mission-driven organisation with a clear and focused purpose: to break down barriers for young people in relation to education, skills and employment.

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 and Department for Work and Pensions, Central YMCA provides education and training opportunities 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 greatest impact for those falling through gaps in provision or struggling to engage with mainstream provision.

About You

We are seeking an individual with extensive experience in post-16 funded education, including apprenticeships, ideally within an independent training provider. The ideal candidate will also have served as a trustee, governor or non-executive director and have committee chair experience.

We highly value diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and insights in our work. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates whose professional and personal experiences, including lived experiences, will bring fresh understanding to the Board and the work of the PQI Committee.

About the Role

Following a period of strategic renewal, we have sharpened our focus on the areas where we can make the greatest difference - delivering high-quality education and training for those who need it most, in the communities where demand is greatest.

We are looking for an individual to join Central YMCA’s Board of Trustees and Performance, Quality and Impact (PQI) Committee, with an aim to take over as Chair of the Committee within approximately the next 12 months.

Our PQI Committee oversees the Charity’s funded education and skills provision, ensuring continuous improvement, safeguarding learner outcomes, and demonstrating impact for beneficiaries, employers, and funders. This includes providing assurance to the Board that the Charity delivers high-quality, impactful education and training provision in line with the Charity’s purpose, vision, and values and relevant statutory and regulatory standards.

This is a pivotal time to join the Board of Trustees. Following a period of significant change, and a renewed focus, you will be joining the Board during a period of transformation, and we are seeking trustees who will support the organisation during this next phase.

Time commitment

This role involves attending quarterly Board and Committee meetings, generally totalling two meetings per quarter. Meetings typically occur from 4-6 pm and are a mix of in-person and online, with adjustments available as needed.

We also hold an annual in person strategy day and there will be a requirement to provide ad hoc support between meetings, including occasional visits to our Education sites. Trustees should expect to dedicate a minimum of 12 days annually to this role.

How to apply

To learn more about this role, including how to apply, please contact Naomi da Silva, Director of Governance and Risk.

Closing date: 04 December 2026