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Unpaid role, expenses paid
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Job description
STAMMA is the leading charity for people who stammer in the UK. We’re a small, award-winning organisation with big ambitions and a brilliant community, keen to create space and respect for people who stammer.
Stammering has historically been the target for humour and used to suggest inadequacy, leaving many who stammer facing daily ignorance, discrimination and disrespect. This can affect job prospects and mental health, and cause depression and social isolation. It can make booking a GP appointment a nightmare, and prevent people from accessing a service altogether, leaving them feeling humiliated, degraded or disbelieved. We’re here to change that.
We’ve a clear strategy for the next five years to achieve real and practical change for people who stammer by highlighting the inadvertent barriers they face within the workplace and as service users. We want to reach more people who stammer and grow our supporter base, but to do that we need to expand our training and advocacy services, whilst underpinning our helpline and family support.
We want to appoint a new Trustee with significant skills and experience within the charity sector to the Board. You’ll need to share our excitement and ambition for change. It isn’t essential that you stammer. This is an unpaid position, but travel expenses can be covered. Trustee terms are for four years, and you will be expected to attend all Board meetings, up to five times a year, usually on a Saturday, either in-person at different locations across England, or online. There are also sub-committees and informal planning and preparatory discussions, usually held online.
We are looking for someone with experience of one or more of the following:
- Experience of working at a senior level in the voluntary sector, across more than one organisation, with a good understanding of how charities operate and are governed.
- Insight and leadership of people and culture (HR) function and/or service delivery and operations, and a passion for building inclusive, effective organisations
- Previous experience as a trustee or board member. Ideally having chaired a sub committee, board or similar.
- The ability to offer occasional support to the staff team during the working day (roughly two hour per month), providing guidance, insight or a sounding board when helpful
- Lived experience of stammering — whether personally or through close connection — so that the voices of people who stammer are at the heart of our work
Person Specification
- Values-led, with demonstrable passion and commitment to STAMMA and its strategic objectives.
- Proven track record as a senior leader with strategic experience within the charitable sector.
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship with an ability to balance the boundaries between different leadership roles.
- Strong interpersonal skills (listening, tact and diplomacy) and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to challenge constructively and ask questions appropriately.
- Team player, who respects and values the views of others and is able to speak their mind with tact and diplomacy.
- A commitment to EDI values and principles, including an understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Ability to commit the necessary time to the role.
As a Trustee at STAMMA you would be expected to:
- Develop and agree our long-term strategy.
- Ensure compliance with governing documents and regulations.
- Ensure that resources are spent in accordance with our Articles.
- Work with the Board to set goals and assess performance.
- Ensure that the organisation is run efficiently and financially stable.
- Protect the charity’s assets and ensure surplus funds are properly invested.
- Manage the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal and remuneration of the CEO.
- Uphold STAMMA's values.
Application Instructions
In your cover letter please set out how your experience fits the post described.
Organisation
STAMMA
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Registered Charity
11 - 20
Registered Charity
11 - 20
We exist to create a world that makes space for stammering. Where a stammer is embraced as just a difference.
Refreshed on: 16 April 2026
Closing date: 27 June 2026 at 14:20
Job ref: STAMMA Trustee 2026
Tags: Human Resources, Volunteering Management, Operations, Monitoring and Evaluation, Governance / Management
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Job description
Cardinal Hume Centre is looking for two new trustees to help break the cycle of homelessness for children, young people and families.
Based in Westminster, we support more than 1,400 children, young people and families each year who are facing homelessness and poverty. Through personalised, wraparound services, we work alongside people to build stability, confidence and the foundations for longterm independence — tackling homelessness now to prevent it in the future.
We are recruiting for two complementary trustee roles:
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A trustee with lived experience.
We are looking for another trustee whose personal experience of challenges such as homelessness or insecure housing, migration, poverty or longterm unemployment can help ground our decisions in what truly works. Your insight will strengthen the voice of past, present and future clients at Board level and help us become a more inclusive, responsive organisation.
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A trustee with senior estates, building or facilities expertise.
The Centre owns a large site in central London and is developing a longterm vision for how it can best support our mission over the next 10–15 years. We are seeking someone who can guide, support and challenge our thinking as we plan for the future of our buildings and facilities.
We are deeply committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity, experience and strength of the community we serve.Around 85% of our clients are from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, and many live with disabilities — perspectives that are not yet fully represented on our Board.We strongly encourage applications from people whose experiences or backgrounds are underrepresented in charity leadership.
Trustees receive a full induction, training and ongoing support. We cover all reasonable expenses — including travel and caring costs — and can learn and make adjustments so every trustee can participate fully, confidently and on an equal basis.
If you share our belief in dignity, welcome and potential- and want to help shape a compassionate, inclusive Centre - we would love to hear from you.
The role closes on Monday 11 May 2026. For further information, please read the job pack.You can contact the CEO for an informal conversation
Organisation
Cardinal Hume Centre
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Registered Charity
51 - 100
Registered Charity
51 - 100
The Centre enables families, children and young people to overcome poverty and avoid homelessness.
Refreshed on: 19 April 2026
Closing date: 11 May 2026 at 10:00
Tags: Facilities, Homelessness, Youth / Children, Governance / Management
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Job description
Registered in 1999, Daybreak is a charity whose foundations are in growing the practice of Family Group Conferences in the UK. From this, we have seen the positive impact that occurs when families and communities are empowered to take action when faced with challenging situations.
People and communities often feel disempowered - especially those whose lives are influenced by the systems around them. However, we know that people can take action to support each other and choose what action to take when given the right opportunity to have their voice heard.
This is why we believe in a world where families, people’s wider social networks, and communities work together to make decisions and proactively solve the problems affecting their lives.
Now, utilising a range of family led decision making approaches and working alongside partner organisations and within the community, we bring people together to create opportunities for them to communicate, work together, and choose what actions to take, in order to move forward, be safe, and thrive.
Throughout our various programs, our work centres around the principles of voluntary participation, transparency and openness for all, advocacy for those who need it, and for our contribution to be facilitative not prescriptive.
Who we’re looking for
We are looking to welcome two new members to our Board of Trustees.
To serve as one of Daybreak’s trustees is to play a fundamental role in enabling our charity to pursue its vision, mission, and values. Your contribution to discussions and decision-making at the highest level of our organisation will ensure that we can continue to provide our services to those in need of our support.
The role is more focused on strategy than detail. You will offer crucial guidance and support to management in developing a growth strategy that will allow Daybreak to reach more people and touch more lives.
There is no requirement for you to have experience as a Trustee. All we need is a willingness to use your skills and expertise to support Daybreak, a desire to make a difference for our service users, and a commitment to active participation in the role.
We would especially welcome applications from those with experience in Data, Digital and either Children or Adult Social Services.
The time commitment involved is around thirty hours per year, though a wide range of opportunities to get involved in the Board’s work will be provided. Board meetings are usually held quarterly in Hampshire or online.
What we offer
As a trustee you will be given:
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Induction and ongoing support.
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Board-level experience in a friendly environment, with the opportunity to exercise your existing skills and develop new ones. Our Board contains a diverse range of individuals from various backgrounds, including business and family services, and you will be able to tap into and learn from the breadth of knowledge that they possess.
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Scope to drive a growth strategy designed to expand our services and allow us to give more families and communities the chance to take control of their circumstances. Your experience and insight will be vital in enabling us to channel the power of families and communities coming together to strengthen the bonds between them.
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A comprehensive insight into the charitable sector, the challenges it faces, and how these challenges can be overcome.
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The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children, young people, and their families. Your strategic input will help spur positive change and empower families and communities to overcome their unique challenges, and you will see the beneficial impact of your decision-making play out across our services.
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The knowledge that your contribution has helped secure the best possible results for service users and navigate the challenges our charity faces. By helping us, you will help families to find more workable solutions to their problems, while avoiding plans being imposed upon them.
Organisation
Refreshed on: 14 April 2026
Closing date: 05 May 2026 at 17:00
Job ref: Trustee
Tags: Digital, Data Protection, Domestic Violence / Abuse, Early Years, Safeguarding, Youth / Children
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Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
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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!
Job description
Are you passionate about making a real difference to families facing financial hardship?
Bromley Brighter Beginnings is a local charity founded in 2012 which provides essential baby, child and household items to families facing poverty.
We believe no child should be disadvantaged because of financial hardship, and no parent should have to struggle to meet their family’s basic needs.
Join our team as a Grants & Fundraising Volunteer and help secure the funding that keeps our services going. In this role, you’ll support our Fundraising & Communications Lead with tasks that directly impact how many families we’re able to help.
What You’ll Do
- Research and identify potential grant funding opportunities (“horizon scanning”)
- Help maintain our 'tracker' of funding opportunities
- Assist with drafting and editing grant applications
- Attend relevant online events or webinars to stay up to date with funding trends
- Support the preparation of reports and updates for current funders
About You
You’ll thrive in this role if you have:
- Experience of researching and / or writing grant applications / funding bids
- Great attention to detail
- Good IT skills
- An understanding of the charity sector (helpful but not essential)
- The ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- A genuine commitment to supporting families living in poverty
For further information on the role and details of how to apply please visit our website.
Organisation
Bromley Brighter Beginnings
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Registered Charity
21 - 50
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Our mission is to relieve the pressure of poverty on families in Bromley in a practical way by providing them with baby, child and household items.
Refreshed on: 12 April 2026
Closing date: 27 May 2026 at 20:42
Tags: Fundraising, Grants
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Job description
Our Cat Fosterers play a vital role by providing a temporary, loving home for cats that are in the care of the RSPCA.
Why we want you
We are the RSPCA South Bucks Branch and it's our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion. Our volunteer fosterers are incredible, they play an essential role in helping us carry out our important animal welfare work by caring for cats and enabling them to be rehomed.
You could be fostering an animal for just a few weeks, or it could be a longer term placement for several months and in a few cases it can be longer.
What you will be doing
Providing care and suitable housing in a safe environment for cats while they are in foster care in accordance with Society policies and guidelines.
Feeding, watering, providing enrichment, socialising and grooming cats (as appropriate).
Liaising with your Cat Co-ordinator regularly. For cats ready for rehoming: sharing photos and videos to the cat coordinator to enable them to raise awareness and rehoming.
If the animal has specific needs you will be supported by your local team of fosterers to enable you to provide the care needed.
Offering a separate room to keep the cat/s in and separate from your own animals.
Some cats may have had surgery and will need a period of cage rest. This will be provided.
Your family/household must be fully supportive (and checked/confirmed that there are no cat allergies within the household).
All members of the household should discuss with their GP whether a tetanus vaccination is required, and make a decision based on this.
Transporting your foster cat safely for vet appointments.
Allowing a potential adopter to enter your home to view a cat up for adoption after they have been assessed by the cat co-ordinator, a volunteer can support you in this.
Completing the local branch paperwork relating to the cats in your care.
The skills you need
Volunteers must be aged 18 or over.
Previous experience of fostering would be beneficial, and experience caring for cats is essential.
If you have existing cats, they must be spayed/neutered and vaccinated.
If in rented accommodation, permission from the landlord must be obtained.
You must live in South Buckinghamshire or close to Chesham.
Volunteers must complete an online induction, you will need to have basic IT skills and access to a PC or laptop, or have someone who can help you carry out the induction.
What's in it for you
Meet like-minded people and get to know more about the work of the RSPCA South Bucks Branch.
Add an important animal welfare role to your CV.
A great induction and training relevant to your role.
Support from our local and national teams.
You’ll be making a huge difference to the welfare of animals.
What we provide you
We provide all the food, litter, medication and equipment needed to foster cats in our branch. Any other expenses must be agreed in advance with the Finance Manager.
A community of local fosterers to draw support and information.
Regular contact with your cat coordinator to support you.
Disclaimer
Our fosterers are subject to an informal interview, home assessment visit, two satisfactory references and completion of online induction training including Health and Safety.
Organisation
Refreshed on: 27 February 2026
Closing date: 28 April 2026 at 23:59
Job ref: Vol Cat Fosterer 01
Tags: Environment / Animal
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