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RC Archdiocese of Southwark
Lay Trustee Appointments
Unremunerated
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark covers the geographical area of the whole of London south of the Thames, all of Kent and the eastern parts of Surrey. With currently 180 parishes, 171 schools and 450 employees it is one of the largest dioceses in the UK.
The Diocese Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) is run by a Board of Trustees, who are responsible for determining the strategic direction of the Diocese, management of the assets, the smooth running of the day-to-day administration and the legal discharge of its responsibilities.
The role of a Lay Trustee is about helping the Archdiocese achieve its ambitious vision for evangelisation and leading people to Christ, while especially promoting our diverse and vibrant communities. The Archdiocese is seeking to secure a range of skills and expertise in the appointments, which include legal, property or safeguarding. Experience within the education sector may be helpful.
In addition to the general duties and responsibilities outlined by the Charity Commission of England and Wales, Lay and Clerical Trustees collaborate to help shape the strategic vision of the charity and work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and his team focussed on key functions including education, fundraising and property management.
This will mostly be achieved through attendance at the Trustee meetings, which take place at least once a quarter. There is a minimum requirement of three meetings a year, with additional meetings for the first year.
Lay Trustees must be practicing Catholics, but they do not have to be Southwark Archdiocese parishioners.
How to apply
Application is by way of CV initially followed by a Supporting Statement, which should concentrate on motivation, credentials, experience and knowledge and be around 1,000 words max.
Expressions of interest and applications will be reviewed and progressed on a rolling basis.
Candidates taken forward to interview will be required to complete a formal declaration of eligibility to become a Trustee.
Every effort will be made to facilitate an informal visit to the Archdiocese Offices and the opportunity to meet with the Financial Secretary prior to formal interview.
Verture has been supporting communities and organisations to adapt to a changing climate for over 30 years. We are looking to appoint four new Trustees to join our engaged Board at an exciting time, as we launch our new strategy for 2026–2031.
We are interested in hearing from people who have knowledge, skills, and experience in:
- Income diversification and fundraising
- Social justice
- HR leadership and the development of learning and education programmes
- Finance / Treasurer experience
- Legal & Governance / Charity law
We are seeking Trustees who are strategic thinkers, collaborative, constructive, and able to act as charity ambassadors.
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We welcome applications from those seeking first-time board experience and are actively seeking to attract and support a diversity of backgrounds, experience, and thinking on our Board.
Application Notes
If you would like to have an informal chat before submitting an application, we will be happy to arrange a call with you.
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and covering letter (no longer than two pages) outlining your relevant experience and addressing the following:
- What is your motivation for being a Trustee of Verture?
- What relevant skills, expertise, and experience can you contribute to the role?
- How do our vision and values resonate with your own personal values and goals?
Closing date and time: 11:59 pm on Sunday, 8 February 2026
Following the rotation and retirement of two of our existing board members, we are looking for new trustees to join us at P3 Charity.
If you know P3, you will know we are a charity with a huge sense of purpose. Every day our teams work alongside people who are having a hard time and help them build a life they can feel proud of. Somewhere to live. Someone to love. Something to do. It is simple and it is powerful and it changes lives.
We want people who feel drawn to that mission. Experienced trustees are very welcome, and so are people looking for their very first board role. What matters most is your curiosity, your commitment to good governance and your belief in people.
The commitment is very manageable and designed so people with busy lives and full-time jobs can take part. We hold five board meetings across the year, one away day, and our four subgroups meet online. You will be joining a warm, values led organisation with a strong executive team and a Board that takes its responsibilities seriously while keeping its feet firmly on the ground.
If you want to contribute to something that has real impact in communities across the country, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
To formally apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement that clearly outlines your suitability for the role against the criteria provided in the person specification.
Please include your interest and motivation in applying for this position.
Please note P3 reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date.
P3 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to combating all forms of discrimination.
We work alongside PEOPLE to improve lives and communities, to unlock POTENTIAL and open up new POSSIBILITIES
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About The Marketing Academy Foundation
At The Marketing Academy Foundation (TMAF), we create opportunities for young people (aged 18–30) from low-income backgrounds to enter the marketing industry.
As a social mobility charity, we offer access to salaried entry-level roles and run free employability skills bootcamps, giving young talent the access, skills, confidence, and networks they need to succeed.
We operate with a small core team, dedicated Trustees, powerful volunteer network from across the marketing industry who step up and make things happen.
Our culture is determined, irrepressible, kind, open and human. We are proud to work with people who care deeply about social mobility and are willing to use their experience, judgement and influence to drive real change.
About the Trustee role
Trustees play a critical role in driving the impact and long-term success of the Foundation. They are accountable for ensuring the charity is well governed, financially sound and strategically focused on delivering real results. As guardians of our purpose, they ensure every decision accelerates social mobility for those starting their careers in our industry.
Trustees also act as ambassadors - using their networks, influence, and expertise to open doors, advocate publicly, and strengthen our impact.
Trustees will serve an initial three-year term, with the opportunity to serve up to two additional terms after that. The Board meets approximately four times per year, mostly virtually, with an average time commitment being around half a day per month.
The role is voluntary and unremunerated, with reasonable expenses reimbursed.
We are looking to appoint up to three Trustees, including one with strong financial expertise to support effective decision making and sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Vision:
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Shape the long-term direction and strategy of the charity with the Chair and CEO.
Governance & Oversight:
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Ensure compliance with charity law and alignment with TMAF’s constitution and charitable objectives.
Finance & Risk:
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Review budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure resources are used responsibly and sustainably.
Performance:
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Support and challenge the CEO to deliver on agreed goals and ensure measurable impact.
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Proactively support revenue and fundraising endeavors.
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Proactively support corporate partnership acquisition.
Advocacy & Ambassadorship:
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Represent and champion TMAF’s mission across your professional network and the wider marketing community.
Inclusion & Culture:
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Uphold our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion whilst also modelling our values: Determined, Irrepressible, Kind, Open and Humorous.
Support & Mentoring:
Offer constructive advice, mentoring and practical input to help the charity grow.
About You
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You’ll have a burning passion for TMAF’s mission, inclusion and social mobility, with the belief that access to opportunity should be based on potential, not background.
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Extensive experience at a senior level within marketing, communications, media or advertising, and it would be beneficial (although by no means essential) to have had exposure to or involvement within learning & development, or training sectors.
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An understanding of governance and the legal duties of trusteeship would add huge value as would financial and/or legal expertise.We’d be thrilled if you have experience of fundraising and working within a charity.
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A strong communicator, highly collaborative team player with integrity, independence of thought, and sound judgement
About the Application Procedure
If you want to use your experience to help unlock opportunity and back bright, ambitious talent, we would like to hear from you.
Please apply by sending your CV and a short supporting statement outlining how your experience will benefit The Marketing Academy Foundation and your motivation for applying.
Selection Dates:
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Applications close Feb 15th.
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Screening Feb 16th to Feb 27th.
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1st Interviews March 2nd to March 20th.
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Final Interviews & Decisions W/C 23rd March.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Inclusive Boards is delighted to support Scope in their search to appoint two new Trustees.
Scope is the UK’s disability equality charity. They campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. They create opportunities and provide information and support that empowers.
About Scope
Scope wants a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. We provide practical advice and emotional support to people and families who need it most. We use our collective power to deliver social change and end injustice for disabled people. We do this by working to change attitudes. We inspire policy change, by both local and national government. We work with organisations as employers and product or service providers. Our shops are at the heart of communities around the country, each one increasing impact. Last year, we supported over 4 million disabled people through our services, our online advice and online community forum. This also importantly gives us the authority to speak to power on behalf of disabled people and their families across the country.
Scope’s new strategy was approved by the Board in 2023 and focuses on achieving seismic change for and with disabled people and their families. We want to build on the impact we have achieved over the last few years. We want to go further in driving social change, achieving equality for all disabled people. Our work is underpinned by our commitment to diversity and inclusion in everything we do, and our values. We are pioneering, courageous, connected, fair and open.
About the Trustee opportunities:
Scope is seeking to strengthen the Trustee Board further and want to welcome 2 new Trustees with expertise in the following areas:
- A qualified accountant with audit/risk or governance experience
- Fundraising
Trustees act as ambassadors for the organisation, engaging with stakeholders such as donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries. They foster relationships, build networks, and advocate for the organisation’s mission, enhancing its visibility and impact.
The Trustees we appoint will work closely with other Trustees, the Chief Executive and the Executive Leadership Team. Together they will oversee the delivery of our ambitious new strategy. They must be committed to equality, and to involving disabled people in decision making.
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Become a Trustee at Inspire Hounslow and help shape opportunities for young people in our community
Inspire Hounslow is seeking new volunteer Trustees to join our Board and help make a lasting difference for disadvantaged young people across the London Borough of Hounslow.
We are a local grant-making charity that believes in the power and potential of young people. By supporting voluntary and community organisations, we help create opportunities that enable young people to thrive, feel included, and drive positive change in their communities.
What we do
Each year, Inspire Hounslow distributes around £300,000 in grant funding, including:
- Small grants of up to £1,500
- Large grants of up to £30,000
Our funding supports
- Projects that empower young people to develop skills, confidence and resilience
- Initiatives that provide safe, inclusive spaces and amenities for young people
- Community-led projects that create lasting, positive local impact
The role of a Trustee
As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in the governance and strategic direction of Inspire Hounslow. Trustees collectively ensure the charity:
- Is well governed and financially sound
- Complies with charity law and best practice
- Delivers impact in line with its charitable objectives
You will be part of a committed and collaborative Board of around 10 Trustees, contributing your skills, experience and local insight.
In addition, each funded project is supported by a Lead Trustee, giving you the opportunity for hands-on involvement—building relationships with funded organisations and seeing first-hand the difference our grants make.
We welcome applications from people who:
- Are passionate about supporting young people and the voluntary and community sector
- Have a good understanding of local issues in Hounslow
- Live, work or have strong links to the Borough
Experience or knowledge in governance, HR, IT, investment management and/or the charity sector would be particularly valuable, but we are keen to hear from people with a wide range of professional and lived experiences.
Time commitment
Board meetings are held monthly (except August and December) on Tuesday evenings in Osterley.
Additional involvement includes small-group work (often via Zoom) and light email engagement, averaging a few hours per week.
Trustees are appointed for a three-year term, with the option to renew.
We offer a comprehensive induction and mentoring programme for new Trustees.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Inspire Hounslow actively encourages applications from underrepresented groups and people with lived experience relevant to our values and mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hay Festival Foundation Ltd. (HFF) is an internationally recognised charity, founded in Hay-on-Wye in Wales 38 years ago, operating in the UK and abroad. As a charity, we have a commitment to literature, culture, arts, and ideas, expanding, sharing, and contributing to the development of the arts, creativity, talent and skills through our activities (festivals, education, fundraising and trading). We are seeking a dynamic trustee with expertise to join the Board.
Hay Festival editions take place in Wales, UK and internationally, currently in Mexico, Peru, Colombia, USA, Africa, Ukraine and Europe.
We are seeking a trustees with skills in the following areas:
• International experience within cultural or creative sectors
• Digital production and media expertise
• Fund development and high-net-worth access
• Capital project and infrastructure development
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Could you help shape the future of NDAS? We’re looking for new trustees to join the board of Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services.
This is a meaningful opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a real difference, while developing your own governance knowledge and being part of a supportive, committed Board.
Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services (NDAS) has been supporting people affected by domestic abuse since 2003. We provide free, confidential emotional, practical and therapeutic support to women, men, children and young people, helping survivors to cope, recover and move forward. Alongside this, we deliver prevention education to reduce the number of people who go on to experience or cause domestic abuse.
Who we’re looking for
We’re keen to hear from people from a range of backgrounds and lived experiences. In particular, we would welcome Trustees with experience in:
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Finance / financial management
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Human Resources
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Legal expertise
You don’t need previous trustee experience, what matters most is a commitment to our values, a willingness to learn, and a desire to help NDAS grow and thrive.
What being a Trustee involves
As a Trustee, you’ll help guide the strategic direction of NDAS, ensure good governance, and support the charity to continue delivering high-quality services across Northumberland.
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Board meetings take place quarterly and usually last around 2 hours, held at our Hexham office
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Additional commitments include:
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An Annual General Meeting
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Occasional sub-committee meetings
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A Board development day
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Occasional NDAS events
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The average time commitment is around 4 hours per month, with some periods requiring a little more time
Trustee roles are voluntary, with reasonable expenses reimbursed.
Why join NDAS?
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Be part of a charity with a strong reputation and excellent track record
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Use your skills to support survivors and help prevent domestic abuse
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Develop your governance, leadership and strategic experience
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Join a friendly, passionate Board committed to making a difference in Northumberland
Find out more – Open Evening
We’re holding an informal open evening for anyone interested in learning more about NDAS and the trustee role:
Thursday 26 February
6pm – 8pm
NDAS Office, Hexham
To attend, please get in touch.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are currently recruiting for the following Trustees:
- Finance Trustee
- Service Delivery Trustee
- Fundraising Trustees
As a Trustee, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of MindTHNR, ensuring strong governance, and supporting our mission to provide inclusive, accessible, and culturally competent mental health services. You will be joining a passionate and committed Board that works closely with our Chief Executive and leadership team to ensure we remain impactful, sustainable, and aligned with our values. To see more about our existing trustees click here.
The responsibilities for all Trustee roles are to:
- Uphold charity law, governing documents, and safeguard the organisation’s assets, reputation, and beneficiaries.
- Actively contribute to setting direction, monitoring performance, and supporting/challenging the Chief Executive and Leadership Team.
- Attend quarterly Board meetings, use your skills to inform decisions, and uphold the charity’s values of inclusion, integrity, and transparency.
See the recruitment pack for full details and information on what we are looking for each individual position.
We are hoping to interview in February but will keep the advert open until all roles are filled
We endeavour to make sure that everyone with a mental health or emotional issue has somewhere to turn for advice and support.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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AMR Action UK (formerly Antibiotic Research UK) is the UK Patient Organisation for Antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Its legitimacy to advocate for patients, with policy-makers and with NHS systems, comes from its insight, and therefore through its patient support services, patient-focussed research and direct patient and public engagement activities.
The organisation is at an exciting stage of its development. Following the appointment of a new Chief Executive in late 2024 it has a new strategy in place and by greatly increasing its impact over the next 3 years intends to significantly reduce the harm from AMR across all four nations of the United Kingdom. The charity is also committed to expanding its services to meet the growing demand from patients and families directly impacted by AMR. This growth will be underpinned by a new name and new brand, a fresh approach to communications that will greatly increase awareness of the charity’s work with the UK public, and a new fundraising strategy that will both grow and diversify income and also increase sustainability.
The charity is now looking for a dynamic new Chair of Trustees who is excited by our plans, and by the difference this will make to peoples’ lives. Given the growth agenda for the period 2025-28, the suitable candidate at this point in time is likely to come from a commercial background, with a strong understanding of strategy, investment, business development, and communications in the context of a rapidly changing environment. They are also likely to have a track-record of successfully managing risk v reward in a growing business. Increasing donations from corporates and philanthropists is important to the charity at this stage in its development and the new Chair will be comfortable operating in these environments.
A key part of the role will be to support the new senior executive team charged with delivering the growth agenda, including establishing and maintaining a strong working relationship with the CEO.
This is a fully remote role, but the successful candidate must live in the UK. You would be expected to attend 1 strategy away day per year, and also to support the CEO in in-person meetings in London as and when required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Make a Difference: Become a Trustee for Emmaus Greenwich!
Are you passionate about tackling homelessness and empowering individuals to rebuild their lives? Emmaus Greenwich is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help steer our vital work in London.
Who We Are:
Emmaus Greenwich provides a home, support, and meaningful work through our social enterprises, giving people experiencing homelessness a reason to get up in the morning and a path to regain independence.
Your Role as a Trustee:
- Help shape our strategy and ensure goals align with our vision.
- Provide governance and oversight, ensuring compliance and robust management.
- Volunteer your time (meetings are held five times a year) and potentially get involved in projects.
Who We're Looking For:
We're keen to build a diverse board with skills in:
- Finance & Business Development
- Human Resources (HR)
- Retail & Social Enterprise
- Housing Law
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
Time Commitment:
Trustees at Emmaus Greenwich serve for up to three terms of three years each. The Board meets every two months, both in person and online, and also comes together for an annual in-person strategy session, usually held in winter.
There are three internal sub-committees, each focusing on a specific area of the organisation’s work. These committees also meet every two months, either in person or online, and every trustee is expected to join at least one.
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you're an experienced trustee or taking your first step at board level, we want to hear from you!
Join us in creating lasting change for those facing homelessness in our community!
Emmaus Greenwich supports people to move on from homelessness



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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
As we approach our 30th anniversary in 2028, we are looking for committed new trustees with energy, passion and time who will continue to drive us forward.
Musical talent is everywhere but opportunity isn't: family finances and other obstacles too often get in the way. Young Sounds is here to change this.
For nearly 30 years we've supported talented young people from low-income families, helping them to overcome financial and social barriers. Whether they're making or creating music our programmes help young musicians from across the UK to fulfil their musical potential.
Trustees are expected to engage with and support all aspects of the charity, helping to foster stakeholder relationships, representing the organisation regionally and nationally and ensuring compliance and safeguarding.
Principal responsibilities are:
- Strategy - contributing actively to the formation of strategy, the Young Sounds business plan, and evaluating the performance of the organisation against the plan.
- Oversight - ensuring that the charity is well run, efficient and compliant with the charity's Articles of Association, its policies, including safeguarding and EDI, governance codes of practice, legal responsibilities and upholding the organisation's reputation and values.
- Advocacy - advocating for the charity at all times, supporting fundraising efforts and promoting the work of the charity in the trustee's daily life.
Requirements:
Previous trustee experience is not necessary, and we welcome trustees who can bring a diversity of life experiences, cultural knowledge and expertise.
As a national charity we are keen to attract trustees from all parts of the UK, and particularly those who are based outside London and the South East.
For this round, we particularly welcome expertise in the following areas:
- EDI and CSR programmes in the creative industries
- Youth culture and content creation
- Music Hub and/or National Curriculum expertise
- Fundraising
- Contemporary music performance and production
Above all we are looking for trustees who are passionate about, and willing to advocate strongly for, giving all young people the opportunity to have a musical life, particularly those facing the most barriers. We also expect trustees to have an overarching commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Please see the Role Information Pack for full details including how to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
SLOW, an award-winning charity supporting bereaved families, is excited to welcome an experienced Chair to lead our Board of Trustees, when our current Chair retires in June 2026. The appointee will be tasked with moving the organisation to the next level in delivering the sustainable growth of its bereavement services.
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Trustees
Prout Bridge Project, 6 Prout Hill, Beaminster, DT8 3AY
We are expanding our Board of Trustees and looking for individuals with the following skillsets:
Fundraising
Marketing
Youth Services
Finance
The Prout Bridge Project offers youth, mental-health and community services. It was set up by the community in 2016 in response to cuts in youth and family provision. The scope of our work has evolved in response to our community’s needs through the Covid pandemic and cost-of-living crisis.
We operate from the town of Beaminster in West Dorset, supporting a wider area of villages and towns covering parts of Dorset, Somerset and Devon.
Our aim is to support children, young people and adults to participate, thrive and connect as part of an inclusive and resilient community.
Multiple essential services are housed under one roof including:
- Safe and supportive youth clubs where our young people can thrive, in sports, music, art, outdoor and other activities.
- Experienced youth worker mental health support in schools and one-to-one sessions for young people who are struggling + outreach in the town, skatepark and surrounding villages
- A community hub, bringing people together in local social, sports and craft groups + a baby and parent group, providing a safe warm space, and giving easy access to advice services.
We are a small but mighty charity with a dedicated and hard-working Board of Trustees and staff force looking to grow our Board. We would love you to get in touch to find out more.
The Board of Trustees meets around 4-6 times per year and is an unremunerated position.
As a small charity our Trustees play an active and hands on role across a broad spectrum of responsibilities and work closely with the staff team to deliver our charitable objectives.
The Prout Bridge Project is committed to creating an inclusive environment, promoting equality, valuing diversity, and combating unfair treatment.
As we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is always a priority. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process.
For further information please click the apply button.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Mind in Haringey is an independent charity organisation providing vital mental health services to our community in Haringey for over 35 years.
We have a broad and exciting range of services and projects running in a dynamic, evolving environment. We are constantly striving to develop and improve our services through listening to our community, peers, and staff team to evaluate and deliver the best possible projects for our community.
We particularly encourage applications from those with lived experience of mental health, from racialised communities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and residents of Haringey who are passionate about changing things for the better in the borough.
Haringey is a melting pot of culture, history, and resilience. Though there is much that needs to be improved, we are proud to work as part of a community that has displayed great strength in hardship both in the past and in more recent years. Interested in joining us in this work? We look forward to receiving your application for the role.
We are currently looking for new trustees to join our board of trustees to support with continuing the positive work being undertaken to ensure Mind in Haringey’s sustainability as an organisation.
Our trustees are the individuals who collectively make decisions on behalf of Mind in Haringey and oversee the general management of the charity. They ensure that Mind in Haringey has a clear purpose and direction, is financially solvent, well run and delivers its goals for the people we serve. Trustees are expected to undertake duties in a manner that reflects Mind in Haringey’s values and ethos.
Our charity has an ambitious agenda and is committed to reducing the racial and health inequalities that exist in Haringey. We support all people across the borough with mental health issues, providing a range of services to meet the diverse needs of our community.
We work to prevent mental health problems, promote mental well-being and ensure those with mental health problems are respected and included




