Care and health services director volunteer roles

Would you like to help East Ayrshire Women’s Aid improve the lives of women, children and young people who experience domestic abuse in East Ayrshire? Do you have a willingness to learn, share your skills and work as part of a team? If the answer to these questions is yes, then you might be interested in becoming a Director of East Ayrshire Women’s Aid.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team delivering vital support to vulnerable women, children and young people in East Ayrshire. You do not need to know everything there is to know about domestic abuse, but they do need to know that you are reliable and committed to our principles and values.

The position is voluntary, but East Ayrshire Women’s Aid will provide you with training and support and pay your expenses. The Board meets at least six times a year, usually on Saturday mornings.

Applications are welcomed from women from all sections of the community.

This post is subject to PVG Disclosure. Women only need apply. The post is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010).

St Basils is looking for a new Non-Exec Director / Trustee to join our Board as the Designated Safeguarding Board Member.

About Us

St Basils works with young people aged 16-25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, to enable them to find and keep a home, grow their confidence, develop their skills, increase opportunities and ultimately prevent homelessness.

We help just over 4,000 young people each year across the West Midlands, with services in Birmingham, Coventry, Sandwell, Solihull, Warwickshire and Worcestershire. Our services range from providing supported accommodation to outreach, advice, support, employability and engagement services to help young people regain the stability they need to rebuild their lives, gain skills, confidence and employment and move on. The aim is to help them successfully break the ‘cycle of homelessness’ so that they can go on to experience a bright, fulfilling future and never return to a state where they are at risk of homelessness again.

About our Board

We are a registered provider of social housing, a charity and a company limited by guarantee, meaning our Board members are both Directors and Trustees.

To navigate our challenging regulatory landscape, we need to be tightly governed. At the heart of this is a Board with the right knowledge, values, skills and diversity, all whilst working towards our vision that homelessness should not be part of growing up.

As a member of St Basils’ Board, you will be a guardian of St Basils’ charitable purpose. You will be responsible for holding the Senior Leadership Team to account through constructive challenge and support, and for ensuring St Basils’ strategic priorities are met.

You will form part of St Basils’ governance framework, providing oversight of key business areas, such as business planning, safeguarding, risk, finance, health and safety, EDI and business development. 

Our Board is made up of 14 members, 2 of which are designated for young people who have lived experience of homelessness and / or St Basils’ services.

St Basils has adopted the RACE Equality Code and is actively seeking applications for Board members from Black communities to ensure our Board is reflective of both the young people that we serve and our dedicated workforce.

About the Role

We are looking for a voluntary Director / Trustee with a professional background in safeguarding to join our Board as the Designated Safeguarding Board Member. Our new Board member will need to have a strong understanding of safeguarding, ideally with experience in supporting vulnerable young people.

As the Designated Safeguarding Board Member, you will:

• Work with St Basils’ Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to regularly review safeguarding reports, trends and serious incidents
• Act as a safeguarding champion at Board level, supporting other Directors / Trustees to develop their understanding and confidence in safeguarding
• Provide oversight of allegations or safeguarding concerns relating to staff, volunteers or Board Members
• Attend regular meetings and engage with services, staff and young people to maintain visibility of safeguarding in practice
• Support the Chair, CEO and DSL in ensuring appropriate governance oversight of serious safeguarding incidents, including reputational considerations
• Ensure the Board receives appropriate assurance on safeguarding risks and how they are managed

Our new Director / Trustee will sit on our Service Delivery & Development Committee which oversees both the housing elements of our services as well as the support / progression we provide to our young people. This committee meets virtually, one a quarter.

Although the role is voluntary, reasonable expenses will be paid for costs incurred in undertaking the role.

About You

You will be a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or have significant experience in a senior safeguarding role.

You will demonstrate sound judgement and be able to challenge confidently and constructively, although you do not need to have Board experience.

You will work within the principles of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and understand the needs of the diverse young people we serve.

You will put the needs of young people first, be passionate about ending youth homelessness and share our mission, vision and principles.

Time Commitment

You will need to be able to attend the majority of Board and Committee meetings, one of each is held each quarter (8 meetings total per year). Each meeting will last around 2 hours and will normally be held late afternoon/early evening (usually 4pm – 6pm). Board meetings are held in person at St Basils’ Head Office in Birmingham, and Committee meetings are held virtually via Microsoft Teams. The dates for meetings are set by calendar year, towards the end of the previous year.

Meeting papers will be shared via an online portal one week in advance of the meeting to allow for sufficient preparation time.

A Board away day is held each year, usually October, and every other year this includes an overnight stay. This will be fully paid for by St Basils.

We encourage Board members to visit our accommodation services to deepen understanding of our work and support effective governance and decision-making. We would like all Board members to make 2 visits a year if possible.

All travel expenses incurred in attending Board meetings / conducting site visits will be reimbursed by St Basils.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a series of essential online training courses (for example GDPR, Cyber Security, EDI, Safeguarding, Risk Management) and the opportunity to do additional online or in-person training, such as Psychologically Informed Environment training. As part of our commitment to race equality, we provide mandatory Anti-Racism training for all staff and Board members.

You will be part of a knowledgeable and supportive Board and have the opportunity to work alongside young people with lived experience.

You will have the guidance of a knowledgeable Chair to support your development as a Director / Trustee, and you will have access to St Basils’ Senior Leadership Team to help you fulfil your role.

St Basils is a learning organisation and therefore we are able to support and develop Board members who are new to the role. In addition, St Basils has membership with the Board Development Agency, which provides our Board Members with access to webinars and development tools specific to housing sector Boards.

Being a Director / Trustee at St Basils is more than just attending meetings – if you would like to contribute to an organisation that has young people at its core, where you can visibly see the difference you are making, then this is the role for you.

For further information please see the link to the full job pack.

We welcome early applications and will interview on a rolling basis.

Our trustees and non-executive directors play a vital role in making sure that the group achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that there is a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision.

Just as importantly, they support and challenge the CEO and executive team in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs, to enable Thrive Social Housing and Emerging Futures CIC to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.

The Board operates under the leadership and guidance of the chair and works in partnership with the chief executive officer and the executive team.

Board members are expected to always act in the best interests of the organisation and its stakeholders, and to use their background knowledge and skills to work with the chair and other board members to ensure that the Board, supported by its committees, carries out its responsibilities effectively and lead from the top in demonstrating our culture, values and behaviours.

Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.

Pact is seeking a values-driven finance leader to join our Board of Trustees and chair our Financial, Risk and Audit Committee (FRAC), succeeding our highly respected outgoing Chair who retires this Autumn.

About Pact

Pact is a successful, growing and highly regarded Catholic charity whose mission is to support prisoners, people with convictions and their families to make a fresh start. We operate in some of the most complex and high-risk environments in the voluntary sector, delivering critical front-line services across prisons, probation services, courts and communities, while managing public-sector contracts with the Ministry of Justice and NHS alongside philanthropic grants and donations.

About the role

As FRAC Chair, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Board to make confident strategic financial decisions, steward resources responsibly and respond effectively to a changing commissioning landscape. Working closely with the CEO, Deputy CEO and Director of Finance & IT, you will lead Committee oversight across:

• External audit

• Financial risk management

• Internal scrutiny and control

• Statutory, tax and Charity Commission compliance

• Treasury and investment strategy

Alongside this, you will share collective responsibility with fellow Trustees for the strategic direction, governance and integrity of the charity.

About you

You are a qualified accountant with senior-level experience in finance, audit, risk or governance (for example, as a CFO, Finance Director, Finance Partner, Audit Partner or senior risk leader). You bring a strong grasp of financial management, internal control and risk, the ability to interpret complex financial information and challenge constructively, and the interpersonal skills to build positive relationships across the Board and Executive.

Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector, knowledge of Charities SORP (FRS 102), and previous Trustee or non-executive experience would be highly welcome but are not essential.

While this role is open to people of all faiths and none, as a Catholic charity Pact seeks Trustees whose personal values are aligned with our ethos, including our commitment to ethical investment.

Practicalities

• Term: 3 or 4 years by mutual agreement, renewable up to a maximum of 10 years

• Voluntary, with reasonable expenses reimbursed

• Approximately 45 hours per annum, plus reading and keep-in-touch time

• Board meetings are held near Liverpool Street, London, with hybrid attendance permitted

Role: Audit & Risk Committee Member

Location: London/remote

The Royal College of Pharmacy’s Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) is a sub-committee of the College’s Board of Trustees, established to provide independent oversight of risk management, internal controls, and audit processes.

While the day-to-day management of operational and financial risks is delegated to the College executive, the ARC supports the Board of Trustees to ensure that the College maintains robust systems of internal control, complies with legal and regulatory requirements, and appropriately manages strategic and operational risks.

This is a voluntary role with an estimated time commitment of one day per quarter. This includes attendance in person or by Teams at four meetings annually, plus reading and preparation time. Trustees serve for a term of up to three years with an option for appointment for a further two terms.

Principal duties as a committee member:

• Propose the remit for the audit for approval by the Trustees

• Review, with the auditors, the outcome of the financial audit and any management response – and report to the Trustees

• Assist the Trustees in ensuring the College’s policies and procedures for ensuring legal compliance in all areas are implemented

• Advise the Trustees on the appointment and management of internal auditors or compliance management

• Review the risk register and assess the scope and effectiveness of the systems designed to identify, assess, manage and monitor significant risks and report to the Trustees.

We are seeking applicants with the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• Senior management or director-level experience, ideally as a finance director, company secretary, director of governance, or chief executive

• Risk management and mitigation, including experience in complex organisational environments

• Understanding the distinct role of trustees and operational/executive functions

• Charity or not-for-profit governance

• Risk oversight and compliance monitoring

About the Royal College of Pharmacy:

We are the Royal College of Pharmacy, the professional leadership body for pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists.

As the third largest workforce in healthcare, pharmacy plays a vital role in the health system, and as experts in medicines, pharmacists and their teams are central to patient care and public health. Our mission is to put pharmacy at the forefront of patient care, advancing the safe and effective use of medicines to the benefit of patients and the public.

��️ Closing date: 19/7/2026

Interview Panel (on teams): W/C 10th August

If you would like to learn more about the role, view our job description ��

To apply, please send a CV or Profile and a supporting statement via the link on our website. We are committed to making the application process inclusive.

1. Briefly describe how your skills, experience and personal qualities make you a good candidate for this role. Refer to the role description and person specification for inspiration. (800-word limit)

2. Your specific areas of expertise that will be beneficial to our board of trustees

Each candidate will be shortlisted based on merit, and interview and appointment selection will be strictly based on the agreed selection criteria. The Equality Act 2010 permits reasonable adjustments that may give preferential treatment to an individual with a disability.

Role: Finance & Investment Committee Member

Location: London/remote

The Royal College of Pharmacy’s Finance & Investment Committee (FIC) is a key advisory body established by the College’s Board of Trustees to provide independent oversight of financial performance, investment strategy, and long-term financial sustainability.

While the day-to-day financial management of the College is delegated to the Chief Executive and Director of Finance, the FIC plays a critical role in supporting the Board of Trustees in fulfilling its governance responsibilities. The Committee ensures that the College’s financial resources are managed prudently, investments are strategically aligned, and financial risks are appropriately mitigated.

This is a voluntary role with an estimated time commitment of one day per quarter. This includes attendance in person or by Teams at four meetings annually, plus reading and preparation time. Trustees serve for a term of up to three years with an option for appointment for a further two terms.

Principal duties as a committee member:

• Review the proposed Budget and its alignment with approved business plans in advance of each financial year and report its opinion to the Board of Trustees prior to the budget being agreed.

• Assess and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees on any significant variances against approved budgets.

• Assess the effectiveness and adequacy of accounting, financial and operating controls and satisfy itself that the annual financial statements represent fairly the financial position of the College.

• Review significant accounting policies and procedures and recommend changes to the Board of Trustees.

• To oversee short and long-term investments in line with Investment Strategy & make recommendations to Board of Trustees for change where appropriate.

We are seeking applicants with the following skill, knowledge and experience:

• Senior management or director-level experience, ideally in finance and/or investment management

• Experience of strategic oversight of financial performance and budgets

• Understanding the distinct role of trustees and operational/executive functions

• An understanding of charity or not-for-profit governance

• Strong Financial oversight & Performance monitoring

We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have the above experience and also bring specific experience within property and/ or investments

About the Royal College of Pharmacy:

We are the Royal College of Pharmacy, the professional leadership body for pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists.

As the third largest workforce in healthcare, pharmacy plays a vital role in the health system, and as experts in medicines, pharmacists and their teams are central to patient care and public health. Our mission is to put pharmacy at the forefront of patient care, advancing the safe and effective use of medicines to the benefit of patients and the public.

��️ Closing date: 19/7/2026

Interview Date: 31st July and 7th August (on teams)

 To apply, please send a CV or Profile and a supporting statement via the link on our website. We are committed to making the application process inclusive.

1. Briefly describe how your skills, experience and personal qualities make you a good candidate for this role. Refer to the role description and person specification for inspiration. (800-word limit)

2. Your specific areas of expertise that will be beneficial to our board of trustees

Each candidate will be shortlisted based on merit, and interview and appointment selection will be strictly based on the agreed selection criteria. The Equality Act 2010 permits reasonable adjustments that may give preferential treatment to an individual with a disability.

The Coroners' Courts Support Service (CCSS) is a registered Charity whose trained volunteers give emotional and practical support to bereaved families and other witnesses attending an inquest.

We need volunteers to provide emotional support and practical help to bereaved families, witnesses and others attending Inquests at Coroners' Court. Our volunteers at court also provide help and assistance to the Coroners' Officers, as and when required.

We are looking for reliable, supportive people with excellent communication skills. A mature and calm attitude is needed in order to be able to talk to people during a sometimes bewildering and emotional experience. Volunteers must be willing to undergo a period of observations and shadowing, as well as attend a 3 day training course. A minimum of 2 court days per month attendance requiured. Training and mentoring is provided and travel expenses to the court are reimbursed.

New volunteers should possess good communication and listening skills and the ability to empathise with people they support.

The Coroners' Courts Support Service (CCSS) is a registered Charity whose trained volunteers give emotional and practical support to bereaved families and other witnesses attending an inquest.

We need volunteers to provide emotional support and practical help to bereaved families, witnesses and others attending Inquests at Coroners' Court. Our volunteers at court also provide help and assistance to the Coroners' Officers, as and when required.

We are looking for reliable, supportive people with excellent communication skills. A mature and calm attitude is needed in order to be able to talk to people during a sometimes bewildering and emotional experience. Volunteers must be willing to undergo a period of observations and shadowing, as well as attend a 3 day training course. A minimum commitment of one day (9:00am - 5:00pm) per fortnight is asked for. Training and mentoring is provided and travel expenses to the court are reimbursed.

New volunteers should possess good communication and listening skills and the ability to empathise with people they support.

Volunteer Delivery and Impact Manager

Design powerful services. Lead meaningful impact. Help Londoners transform their futures.

London is full of potential — but not everyone gets the chance to realise it. For many adults living in socio‑economically disadvantaged communities, confidence, opportunity and access to the workforce feel painfully out of reach.

Unlock YOUR Potential is here to change that.

We’re building a new charity dedicated to giving adults the skills, tools, opportunities and confidence they need to thrive long‑term in the workplace. And now, at this pivotal moment, we’re searching for a Volunteer Delivery and Impact Manager to help us build and run services that genuinely change lives.

This isn’t just a role. It’s your chance to shape the impact of a charity from day one.

Why This Role Matters

Our services will be the heart of our mission — the coaching, workshops, mentoring and support that help adults rebuild confidence, develop skills and access real opportunities.

To make this possible, we need someone who can:

• Design and deliver high‑quality, high‑impact programmes

• Build the systems and structures that ensure excellence

• Recruit and coordinate a talented pool of volunteers to deliver services

• Create KPIs and impact measures that show the difference we’re making

• Ensure every participant receives a consistent, empowering experience

Your leadership will ensure our services don’t just run — they transform.

What You’ll Do

As our Volunteer Delivery and Impact Manager, you will be responsible for shaping, launching and overseeing all of our programmes.

You will:

• Design and set up our core services, ensuring they are impactful, accessible and aligned with our mission

• Develop delivery frameworks, service models and quality standards

• Build and manage a pool of skilled volunteers to deliver coaching, workshops and mentoring

• Oversee day‑to‑day service delivery and ensure excellence across all programmes

• Create KPIs, monitoring tools and impact measurement systems

• Analyse data and feedback to continuously improve our services

• Work closely with the Founder to shape strategy, growth and long‑term service development

• Ensure our services reflect our values of empowerment, dignity and opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to build a service delivery model from scratch — and to shape the future of a charity with huge potential.

What You’ll Gain

This role offers purpose, leadership and professional growth in equal measure.

You’ll gain:

• Senior‑level experience in service design and delivery

• The chance to build impactful programmes from the ground up

• Experience in impact measurement, KPIs and quality assurance

• A close working relationship with the Founder and Executive Director

• A leadership role that strengthens your CV and future career

• The fulfilment of knowing your work directly changes lives

This is the kind of experience that defines careers — and transforms communities.

Who You Are

You’re someone who:

• Loves designing services that make a real difference

• Thrives on structure, quality and continuous improvement

• Has experience in service delivery, programme management or operations

• Enjoys leading people and coordinating volunteers

• Believes deeply in equality, opportunity and social justice

• Can give a few hours a week to help shape a charity with huge potential

You don’t need to be an expert in everything — just committed, thoughtful and ready to lead with purpose.

Your Impact

Your leadership will help create:

• Coaching programmes that rebuild confidence

• Skills workshops that open new career paths

• Mentoring relationships that change lives

• Wellbeing support that restores hope

• Opportunities that break cycles of disadvantage

• Measurable impact that proves what’s possible when people are given a chance

Your work becomes the engine that drives long‑term change for adults across London.

Ready to help build services that transform lives?

If you’re driven, compassionate and excited by the idea of helping launch a transformative organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

• Design the services.
• Lead the impact.
• Shape a legacy that will uplift communities for years to come.

Join us as our Volunteer Delivery and Impact Manager — and help London unlock its potential.

This is an exciting time to lead Age UK Stockport’s Board. To be the Chair of Age UK Stockport is to be an active volunteer in our community. But it’s not the easiest volunteering role! It can be challenging, but it will be rewarding.

Our Board has recently been refreshed after the recruitment of three new trustees who, alongside our established trustees, complete the Board membership.

Our current Chair will be standing down later this year having served the maximum term for the role. We are looking for a dedicated, creative person, with a range of appropriate professional and life experiences to become our next Chair. They will have the interest and commitment to lead and drive forward the development of Age UK Stockport in line with our core values – to be Connected, Confident and Creative.

The successful candidate would join the Board as trustee and Chair Designate and then be elected Chair at the AGM in the autumn of 2026.

The Chair leads the Board, ensuring that it governs the charity effectively. You will support the Board to work together well and will manage and support the Chief Executive. The Chair is also an ambassador for the charity. 

Main responsibilities of the Chair

• Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the Board, ensuring effective governance and accountability
• Work in partnership with trustees, the Chief Executive and staff / volunteer team to achieve Age UK Stockport’s mission, vision and objectives
• Plan and chair the Board meetings and the AGM working with others to achieve this
• Act as a spokesperson and figurehead for Age UK Stockport
• Ensure Board meetings are properly run and recorded
• Represent Age UK Stockport externally, helping, with others, to build partnerships with funders, local / regional authorities, and community organisations
• With others, ensure the charity remains financially sustainable and operationally strong, delivering excellence for people in later life
• Recognise and make best use of trustees’ skills and experience
• Line manage the Chief Executive on behalf of the trustees

Could your leadership skills help shape the future of a Hopian?  Hopian is a registered charity that provides advice and support for adults and children who have experienced Domestic Violence and Abuse through the provision of refuge accommodation and community support services.  We also provide support and access to counselling for people affected by Child Sexual Exploitation.

The Role of Trustee and executive Trustee roles are voluntary positions. A Trustee for the Board is expected to meet the requirements of the board in line with the charities governing documents, governing good practice and legal requirements.  We also have a vacancy for a Treasurer should you be interested please visit our Hopian website - recruiter link below for further details.

Trustee Responsibilities :

The Board as a whole is collectively responsible for the success of the charity. A Trustee is a Board Member and has a number of responsibilities in order to ensure robust management of the charity including:

• Make decisions objectively in the interests of the charity.
• Implement Hopian’s Vision, Mission, and Values.
• Lead on the aims and objectives of Hopian by raising awareness of domestic and sexual abuse, and child sexual exploitation and abuse and its impact on individuals and their families.

Trustee Duties :

• Ensuring that the organisation pursues its stated objects (purposes), as defined in its governing document, by developing and agreeing a long-term strategy.
• Ensuring that the organisation complies with its governing document (i.e. constitution or memorandum and articles of association), charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• Ensuring that the organisation applies its resources in pursuance of its charitable objects (i.e., the charity must not spend money on activities that are not included in its own objects) .
• Ensuring that the organisation defines its goals and evaluates performance against agreed targets.
• Safeguarding the good name and values of the organisation.
• Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, including having appropriate policies and procedures in place.
• Ensuring the financial stability of the organisation.
• Protecting and managing the property of the charity and ensuring the proper investment of the charity’s funds.
• To work in the interests of the charity and not for personal gain.
• To ensure that the Board Members takes proper professional advice on matters in which it does not have competence.
• Following proper and formal arrangements for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal and remuneration of the chief executive.

In addition to the above statutory duties, each trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

Tasks:

• To work with other Board Members to form an effective governing body for the charity.
• To attend meetings and to read papers in advance of meetings.
• Ensure that the charity’s focus places services users centrally.
• To understand and be committed to the mission of the charity.
• To maintain a long-term overview of the charity and its work.
• To make strategic and major decisions about the charity objectives, policies and procedures.
• To attend sub-group meetings as appropriate.
• To participate in other tasks that may arise from time to time such as interviewing for new staff, helping with appeals and fundraising.
• To keep informed about the activities of the charity and wider issues which affect its work.
• To monitor and evaluate the work of the charity on a regular basis. This includes receiving reports from staff, staff supervision, receiving feedback from service users and other agencies .
• To ensure that the charity is a good employer of its paid and voluntary staff .
• Provide opportunity for staff to meet with the board.

Person Specification

We are looking for a  Trustee who has an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship. It is expected that a Trustee takes ownership to develop and maintain this understanding and application of duties. In addition to having:

• A commitment to the organisation.
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.
• Good, independent judgement.
• An ability to think creatively.
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership

Experience & Knowledge

• Understanding and evidence of commitment to equal opportunities and diversity statement 
• Be objective and unbiased 
• Be supportive and approachable 

Time Requirements

To be able to attend scheduled committee meetings each year and read papers for each board meeting. To be available to for consultation, support and guidance on an ad hoc basis. Much of this contact will be via online, telephone or email.

Vision Action is a unique organisation that works in low- and middle-income countries, supporting national governments to deliver and strengthen their eye health strategies. We work in partnership with local governments, civil society organisations, international and national NGOs, and the private sector. Our ambition is to increase equitable access to eye care services and glasses and accelerate achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goal 5.

The role of the board is to oversee the overall direction and activities of the charity, including its policies and procedures, to ensure that they are consistently in accordance with the charitable purposes defined in the objects clause in its constitution. The board sets and monitors the strategic direction of the charity, although the implementation of strategy is achieved through the executive team. The board must always act in the best interests of Vision Action, taking decisions as a group and not as individuals.

Terms of service

For Vision Action the trustees are members who have been elected to serve on the board. Vision Action’s constitution allows for up to 12 trustees, who can serve a maximum of three consecutive terms of three years.  Vision Action is a company limited by guarantee and the trustees are its legal directors. The trustee role is voluntary, although relevant expenses incurred in the course of fulfilling trustee responsibilities are reimbursable in line with organisational policy.

Trustees are appointed by the Vision Action board of trustees annually at the board meeting following the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The time commitment involved in being a trustee includes attendance at four board meetings per year, one of which is an all-day strategy session. Board meetings are typically held for half a day on a weekday afternoon, with at least half the meetings taking place online.  Board papers are circulated in advance for review and preparation.

In addition, trustees are expected to attend the AGM, which is usually held on a weekend, as well as occasional members’ forums or other Vision Action events, which are often arranged alongside board meetings in the evening. Trustees may also be asked to participate in ad hoc meetings or online discussions relating to specific topics. Sub-committee meetings are also held in advance of board meetings, and trustees are also expected to participate in one or more of these groups depending on their expertise and responsibilities. Trustees will also be expected to commit time to undertake a full induction process.

Main tasks

Charity trustees have ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs of the charity and ensuring it is solvent, well-run and delivering the charitable outcomes for the benefit of the public for which it has been set up. Each trustee will be expected to join one of the two sub-committees (Programmes and Research; Fundraising and Finance).  The committees meet (in person or remotely) at least four times per year, usually timed with or in advance of the board meetings. 

General responsibilities

• Ensure th[JT1] at Vision Action complies with its governing document (i.e. its constitution[JT2]  and byelaws), charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• Ensure that Vision Action pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
• Ensure Vision Action applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects, i.e. it must not spend money on activities which are not included in the objects, however worthwhile they may be.
• Contribute actively to the board’s role in the formulation and review of strategy, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
• Safeguard the good name and values of Vision Action and maintain good relations with its members.
• Ensure that all policies are implemented, monitored and reports are acted upon, (including the policies on harassment and misconduct, safeguarding, recruitment of ex-offenders, and anti- bribery).
• Strive for Vision Action to reflect the full diversity of society in all its activities.
• Ensure the financial stability of Vision Action.
• Protect and manage the property of Vision Action and ensure the proper investment of its funds.
• Appoint and support key leadership and monitor their performance.

In addition to the above statutory responsibilities, each trustee should attend board meetings and use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board reach sound decisions.  This may involve leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, evaluation or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise; and then always upholding the decisions taken by Board. Trustees are also expected to support Vision Action’s fundraising initiatives.

Treasurer specific responsibilities

Hold specific responsibilities relevant to the role:

• Chair the fundraising and finance sub-committee, overseeing and advising on the financial risks, challenges, health and resilience of the charity, reporting back to the full board.
• Monitor and advise on the financial viability of the charity, including the financial risks. This should include regular monitoring of cost recovery.
• Advise the board on the financial implications of its plans and policies.
• Monitor the preparation of budgets, accounts and financial statements and their presentation to the board.

Ensure policies and practices are in keeping with aims:

• Oversee the development and implementation of financial reserves, cost‐recovery and investment policies.
• Annually review the financial control framework to identify any changes, gaps and potential areas of exposure.
• Oversee the development and review of other policies and procedures as delegated to the fundraising and finance sub-committee by the board.

Ensure best practice:

• Support the Co-CEO (finance & operations) in preparing and presenting the budgets, management accounts and annual financial statements to the board, ensuring it receives a fully informed picture of the charity’s financial performance, position and effectiveness.
• Liaise with the Co-Chief Executive Officers and, as appropriate, with the investment advisors and auditors on matters relating to the organisation’s financial activities.
• Provide board‐level liaison with the external auditors on specific issues such as the auditors’ management letter, auditor remuneration and related board representations.
• Lead on recommending the appointment of new auditors to members of the organisation.
• Work with the Finance and Operations Manager to ensure that proper accounts and records are maintained, and that financial resources are spent and invested in line with good governance and legal and regulatory requirements.
• With the Finance & Operations Manager and the Joint Chief Executive Officers, closely monitor the reserves and investment plan, providing assurance to the board on the organisation’s future financial stability.
• Review all management accounts before they are placed before the board.

Personal specification

All our trustees are expected to have:

• A commitment to Vision Action’s vision and mission.
• A commitment to our values: being evidence-based, being inclusive, having integrity, sustainable programmes and being collaborative.
• Willingness to devote the time and effort needed to fulfil the role.
• Integrity.
• Strategic vision.
• Good, independent judgement.
• An ability to think creatively.
• A willingness to speak their mind.
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of Vision Action.

The treasurer will have:

• Experience as a director of finance (or equivalent) and/or in a treasurer role, with extensive experience of overseeing financial and management accounting, financial reporting, monitoring and controls, and external audit.
• An understanding of charity accounting and reporting standards (Charities SORP 2026), or a willingness to develop this through personal learning and development.
• A recognised accountancy qualification (CAAB) and
• Experience in international development would be an advantage.

The position is supported by the CEO who is an accountant and a part time bookkeeper.

The Next Step

We welcome questions and a discussion on our current financial circumstances with our treasurer and chair. Our treasurer retires in 2026, and we would like to involve any new appointment in our committees and board meeting in the last part of this year.

Help Shape the Future of Amour Destiné

Amour Destiné CIC is seeking passionate and committed individuals to join our voluntary Board.

This is an exciting opportunity to use your professional expertise, lived experience and strategic thinking to help shape the future of an award-winning, survivor-led organisation supporting Black African, Carribean and Mixed Heritage women, girls and families affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence, harmful practices and other forms of gender-based violence.

As a Board Director, you will play a vital role in providing strategic leadership, strengthening good governance and helping Amour Destiné continue to grow sustainably while remaining true to our survivor-led values, mission and the communities we serve.

Why Join Our Board?

Joining the Board of Amour Destiné is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of Black African, Carribean and Mixed Heritage women, girls and families.

You will work alongside passionate professionals, survivors and community leaders who are committed to creating lasting social change. As our organisation continues to grow, your expertise will help strengthen our governance, shape our strategic direction and ensure we continue delivering high-quality, culturally responsive services to those who need them most.

Whether your background is in governance, finance, safeguarding, fundraising, communications, legal services, health, human resources, lived experience or community leadership, we welcome individuals who share our values and want to make a meaningful contribution.

What You'll Do

As a Board Member, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership, direction and oversight.
• Support the Chief Executive Officer while maintaining appropriate governance and accountability.
• Ensure strong governance, sound decision-making and compliance with legal and regulatory responsibilities.
• Support the organisation's financial sustainability and long-term growth.
• Contribute your professional expertise to Board discussions and strategic planning.
• Act as an ambassador for Amour Destiné and champion our mission and values.
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and survivor-centred practice throughout the organisation.
• Build positive relationships with partners, funders and stakeholders where appropriate.
• Uphold the legal duties and responsibilities of a Company Director.

We're Looking For People Who Have

We welcome applications from individuals with a wide range of professional backgrounds and lived experiences.

We are particularly interested in hearing from people with expertise in:

• Fundraising and Income Generation
• Human Resources and Organisational Development
• Law or Governance
• Marketing, Communications or Digital Media
• Health and Social Care
• Domestic Abuse or Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)
• Public Policy or Research
• Community Leadership
• Business/Charity Development
• Charity Leadership
• Lived experience that will strengthen our Board and support our mission

Previous Board experience is welcomed but not essential. We are committed to supporting new Trustees and Board Directors through a comprehensive induction and ongoing development.

What We Offer

As a Board Member you will have the opportunity to:

• Help shape the future of an award-winning survivor-led organisation.
• Influence services that make a real difference to the lives of women, girls and families.
• Develop your governance and strategic leadership experience.
• Work alongside experienced professionals and passionate community leaders.
• Contribute to meaningful social change across London and beyond.
• Receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing support throughout your Board journey.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Amour Destiné is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and representative Board.

We particularly welcome applications from Black African, Carribean and Mixed Heritage women, individuals with lived experience, and people whose skills and perspectives reflect the communities we serve. We also welcome applications from allies who share our commitment to equity, social justice and ending violence against women and girls.

Appointments will be made on merit while recognising the importance of lived experience, diversity of thought and representation in strengthening our governance.

Expenses

This is a voluntary Board position.

Reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst undertaking Board duties will be reimbursed in accordance with Amour Destiné's Expenses Policy.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early applications. We reserve the right to close recruitment early should sufficient suitable applications be received.

Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with members of the Board and the CEO. References, eligibility checks and any other appropriate pre-appointment checks will be completed before an appointment is confirmed.

Join us in creating a future where every Black and Black Mixed Heritage woman, girl and family can live free from abuse, be heard, heal and thrive.

Together, we can create lasting change.

We believe all dance professionals should be able to lead a fulfilling life in dance safe from hardship.We are looking for new Trustees to help us achieve our aim. 

Who are Dance Professionals Fund? 

Dance Professionals Fund is an award-winning registered CIO providing financial and wellbeing support to dancers, dance teachers and choreographers. Our dedicated services bring together a range of effective ways of supporting dance professionals, including financial grants, signposting to support services, injury rehabilitation, career upskilling support and access to professional counselling. Dance professionals will receive holistic support from us whatever their situation. 

Role Description 

We are seeking trustees to join us from January 2027 for an initial term of three years.We are looking for a range of skills and experience, including: 

• Experience and/or specialism in commercial dance or street dance

• A recreational dance teacher and/or owner of a dance school 

• Background/experience in finance in a senior role or on a charity Board 

• Experience within a benevolent fund as either as staff or trustee

• Background in legal expertise, in a senior role or on a charity Board 

• Strong communication skills, comprehensive networking experience 

We welcome applications from anyone who is passionate about helping the Dance Professionals Fund achieve its objectives. Full trustee training will be provided.  

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and especially those from Global Majority groups. We are keen to add more voices with lived disability experience to the Board – helping us evolve our aims with all disabilities in mind.  

Closing date 
5pm, 24 June 2026