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Are you a Christian with a passion for addressing the climate and biodiversity crises? Do you believe the Church has a vital role to play in this work?
One of the UK’s first faith-based climate charities, Operation Noah was established in 2004 as an ecumenical Christian response to the climate crisis. Over the past twenty years, we have become known as a small charity that makes a big impact – not only in the UK, but around the world.
From our environmentally-themed Bible study Tenants of the King, to the creation of the Climate Sunday service, to getting nearly every UK denomination to divest from fossil fuels, Operation Noah has engaged with thousands of Christians on the climate and nature crises, built coalitions to lobby the government, and moved millions of pounds out of oil, gas and coal.
Operation Noah is looking for new trustees to help lead our mission to inspire and equip the Church to take action on climate change. In this voluntary position, you will play an active role in shaping the strategic direction of the charity and supporting its growth. We are especially looking for people with skills in Human Resources or Fundraising.
Commitments from our Board of Trustees include:
- Attending approximately six board meetings per year (held via Zoom or hybrid from London, lasting around two hours)
- Using your professional skills to support strategic decision-making
- Some of your time. Trustees on average give 2-4 hours per month to the charity, though some trustees with increased levels of responsibility give 5-10 hours of their time monthly
Nicky Bull, Operation Noah Trustee from June 2012 to December 2023, said this:
‘My time in post was a hugely rewarding experience. I had very little specialist knowledge but I was concerned that climate change was not seen as a crucial issue within the Christian Church and it has been really encouraging to see the changes that have taken place over the last decade and to be part of an enthusiastic team helping to bring about those changes. I have learned a great deal and would really recommend anyone to join the inspirational group of people who are the trustees of Operation Noah.’
Operation Noah is a Christian charity working with the Church to inspire action on the climate crisis



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About the Role
As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in the governance and strategic direction of Sense. You will work alongside a diverse and committed Board to ensure the charity continues to deliver high-quality, person-centred support to disabled people with complex needs.
We are looking to recruit up to four new Trustees to join our Board. The Board meets a minimum of four times a year in person — twice in Birmingham and twice in London — with an annual away day, which may be residential. Meetings are held during the working day and typically last around 6 hours, including breaks.
In addition to Board meetings, you will also join at least one of the following committees, which meet online four times a year, online, in the lead-up to each Board meeting:
- Finance and Audit Committee
- Operations Committee
- Engagement Committee
- Nominations and Remuneration Committee
As Sense is both a registered charity and a company, Trustees also serve as Company Directors, with names publicly listed at Companies House and the Charity Commission.
Expertise and knowledge and experience
We are particularly looking for the following experience for new trustees;
- Finance
- Social Care
- Campaigning
- Fundraising
- Safeguarding
Your Impact
As a Trustee, you will help shape Sense’s strategic priorities, hold leadership to account, and act as a champion for the values and mission of the organisation. You will also have the opportunity to engage with Sense’s services directly, visit local centres or shops, and see first-hand the difference we make.
Access and Inclusion
We are committed to making this opportunity fully accessible. Sense will cover all reasonable adjustments required to enable disabled people to fully participate as Trustees. We recognise that needs may change over time, and we are prepared to provide ongoing support and flexibility.
We strongly encourage applications from disabled people and women, as well as individuals from other underrepresented backgrounds, to help us build a more diverse and inclusive Board.
If you’re ready to use your experience, insight or passion to help break down barriers and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
About Sense
Every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. Which is why we’re here, in people’s homes, centres and communities, focusing on the things a person can do, not what they can’t. We celebrate the moments of connection that bring more joy to life. Together, we always find a way, no matter how many barriers a person might face.
Sense is a leading disability charity with extensive knowledge and expertise in delivering personalised, creative and flexible support for disabled people with complex needs. Our tailored approach ensures that every person is empowered to live fully at every stage of life.
This is an exciting time to join Sense as we continue to deliver our bold strategy, guided by our vision of a world without limits for disabled people with complex needs. As a Trustee, you will help shape and support Sense on this journey, ensuring our plans are ambitious, inclusive and achievable. You will play a key role in guiding the organisation’s future direction, ensuring our strategy reflects the voices and experiences of the people we support and that our work continues to deliver lasting impact.
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world.



About the Role
As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in the governance and strategic direction of Sense. You will work alongside a diverse and committed Board to ensure the charity continues to deliver high-quality, person-centred support to disabled people with complex needs.
We are looking to recruit up to four new Trustees to join our Board. The Board meets a minimum of four times a year in person — twice in Birmingham and twice in London — with an annual away day, which may be residential. Meetings are held during the working day and typically last around 6 hours, including breaks.
In addition to Board meetings, you will also join at least one of the following committees, which meet online four times a year, online, in the lead-up to each Board meeting:
- Finance and Audit Committee
- Operations Committee
- Engagement Committee
- Nominations and Remuneration Committee
As Sense is both a registered charity and a company, Trustees also serve as Company Directors, with names publicly listed at Companies House and the Charity Commission.
Expertise and knowledge and experience
We are particularly looking for the following experience for new trustees;
- Finance
- Social Care
- Campaigning
- Fundraising
- Safeguarding
Your Impact
As a Trustee, you will help shape Sense’s strategic priorities, hold leadership to account, and act as a champion for the values and mission of the organisation. You will also have the opportunity to engage with Sense’s services directly, visit local centres or shops, and see first-hand the difference we make.
Access and Inclusion
We are committed to making this opportunity fully accessible. Sense will cover all reasonable adjustments required to enable disabled people to fully participate as Trustees. We recognise that needs may change over time, and we are prepared to provide ongoing support and flexibility.
We strongly encourage applications from disabled people and women, as well as individuals from other underrepresented backgrounds, to help us build a more diverse and inclusive Board.
If you’re ready to use your experience, insight or passion to help break down barriers and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
About Sense
Every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. Which is why we’re here, in people’s homes, centres and communities, focusing on the things a person can do, not what they can’t. We celebrate the moments of connection that bring more joy to life. Together, we always find a way, no matter how many barriers a person might face.
Sense is a leading disability charity with extensive knowledge and expertise in delivering personalised, creative and flexible support for disabled people with complex needs. Our tailored approach ensures that every person is empowered to live fully at every stage of life.
This is an exciting time to join Sense as we continue to deliver our bold strategy, guided by our vision of a world without limits for disabled people with complex needs. As a Trustee, you will help shape and support Sense on this journey, ensuring our plans are ambitious, inclusive and achievable. You will play a key role in guiding the organisation’s future direction, ensuring our strategy reflects the voices and experiences of the people we support and that our work continues to deliver lasting impact.
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world.



Bring your skills. Change lives. Become a SMART CJS Trustee.
SMART CJS is a dynamic charity supporting people experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their home. We’re looking for new trustees to join our friendly and committed Board, guiding our strategic direction and ensuring we remain a strong, effective organisation.
About the role
Trustees play a vital role in the governance of SMART CJS. Working closely with our senior leadership team, you will:
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Help set the charity’s overall direction and priorities.
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Ensure we meet our legal and financial responsibilities.
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Provide insight and expertise to strengthen our services.
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Support our mission to prevent homelessness and help people rebuild their lives.
Who we’re looking for
No previous board experience is necessary, full induction and training are provided. We’re particularly keen to hear from people with skills in:
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Fundraising and income generation
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Law
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Human resources
But above all, we want trustees who:
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Are committed to our mission and values.
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Can think strategically and work well as part of a team.
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Are willing to use their skills and experience to help us grow and adapt.
Time commitment
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Four Board meetings per year (held in the evenings, usually in Bedford).
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Some email contact between meetings.
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Optional involvement in sub-committees, events, or projects if you have time.
What you’ll gain
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The chance to make a real, lasting difference for people experiencing homelessness.
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Experience in governance and strategic decision-making.
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The satisfaction of using your skills for social good.
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Being part of a passionate, welcoming team of trustees and staff.
Location
Meetings are held in Bedford, but applications from across the region are welcome.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospect Hospice is looking for new talented and passionate trustees with senior fundraising, clinical practice or commercial experience to join our Board of Trustees. These are challenging times for UK Hospices, and you will play a crucial role in shaping the future. If you have time, like rising to a challenge and drawing on your skills, experience and networks to help us succeed then we want to hear from you. You don’t need to have been a trustee before, professional experience and time available is more important and in turn you will develop your skills and become a valued and critical part of our outstanding organisation while adding value to the community!
The Background
Over four decades, Prospect Hospice has become the organisation that people in Swindon, Marlborough and north Wiltshire turn to when they, or the people they love, are diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. We have cared for and supported thousands of local people, which is why so many people contribute in their own way to a charity that makes a positive difference in our community.
Our vision is ‘A community where death is no longer a taboo, and everyone has the right to live and die well’. At Prospect Hospice, our patients and their loved one, our staff and our volunteers are at the centre of all that we do. Working with local health and social care partners, and stakeholders from across the community, we have a vital role in improving end-of-life care for everyone.
We are looking for up to four new Trustees who can support our mission to work with and through others using our skills and expertise, so that people have a choice and support at the end of their life.
Our Board usually meets four times each year, in addition to which Trustees are asked to also join one of our quarterly sub committees which also meet four times a year. While it would be beneficial for Trustees to be willing/able to contribute to Prospect related activity outside meetings, for example to participate in specific project-focused tasks or attending and representing the Charity at external events, this is not essential.
Who are we looking for?
Our Board of Trustee team has responsibility for overseeing our strategy and performance and we are looking for people who have time and will bring the enthusiasm, experience and commitment we need to help guide the Hospice through the next phase of its development. You will have the ability to be an effective role model and influencer and be committed to the vision, mission and values of Prospect Hospice, maintaining a genuine interest in our work. You will be a strategic and creative thinker and be able to work effectively as part of a team.
We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with relevant experience and professionally qualified in the following areas:
Fundraising – Extensive experience in both mass-market and relationship fundraising. We are seeking someone who also has a broad mix of expertise in and understanding of key, income streams and innovative fundraising approaches.
Commercial leadership, Growth mindset:
Experience in setting up and growing organisations, managing income and expenditure, and ensuring profitability. Proven ability to build partnerships and optimise operational efficiency. Experience in a start-up environment or with entrepreneurial ventures, supporting the development and launch of new income-generating initiatives, would be desirable though not essential.
Clinical - We are seeking a registered clinical professional—either a nurse or allied health professional (AHP)—to join our Board of Trustees. Ideally, you will bring previous board or senior leadership experience and a strong understanding of clinical governance. You will provide expert clinical insight to help ensure the hospice maintains the highest standards of patient care and safety. You will advise the Board and Executive Team on clinical matters, monitor care quality and resource efficiency, ensure compliance with relevant clinical regulations (including safeguarding), and support the delivery of our clinical strategy.
Interviews to be held week commencing 5 January 2026.
Equality and diversity
Prospect hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve. We are committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are provided with equality of opportunity in employment. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Safeguarding
Prospect Hospice is committed to promoting the wellbeing of all adults and children who use our services, ensuring that they live a life that is free from harm, abuse and neglect. We work in an open and transparent way and encourage staff, volunteers, patients and families to raise any safeguarding concerns.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Cambridge Women’s Aid has been supporting women and children affected by domestic abuse for over 40 years. We are currently searching for new trustees to join our board.
Effective governance is key to the success and sustainability of our organisation. As a trustee, you will be able to use your experience, energy and creativity to shape our approach and help us to achieve our mission. There is no such thing as a ‘typical’ trustee, and you don’t necessarily need previous board experience; we welcome women with a diverse range of backgrounds, skills and life experiences, who can commit and contribute to the success of our work.
At the moment, our Board of Trustees is particularly looking to build expertise in Legal, Finance, HR & Safeguarding. However, we welcome applications from all women with a commitment to our work and are interested in hearing about full range of skills applicants can bring.
As a trustee, you will receive training to carry out your role, have opportunities to represent CWA in the community, and be part of a supportive and welcoming board. Being a trustee gives you the chance to gain experience in strategic planning, develop skills in new areas, and add significant value to a thriving charity.
Commitment
Trustees are expected to attend and minimum of four in person board meetings per year, plus one away day and one Annual General Meeting. Most trustees will get involved in the work of sub-committees, such as the Employment or Finance groups, and will attend around six sub-committee meetings per year. The minimum commitment is 3 years.
Location
Cambridge city
Remuneration
This is a voluntary position, but expenses are reimbursed.
How to Apply
For more information about the trustee role, and to apply, please email to request an application pack from our website.
CWA values diversity promotes equality and challenges discrimination of all forms. We encourage and welcome applications from women of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applicants from minoritised women and younger women. We also welcome applicants with lived experience of VAWG services (though we ask that applicants have not accessed our service within the last two years).
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to women applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) disclosure will be required for this role.
The Maritime Archaeology Sea Trust is seeking a new trustee to support our exceptional Board of existing trustees.
About Us
MAST is a registered UK charity, founded in 2011 by maritime archaeologist and author Jessica Berry, to address the gulf in the way our maritime Underwater Cultural Heritage is protected in contrast to land-based archaeology. We are considered the foremost maritime archaeological organisation in the UK, providing full-cycle maritime archaeological services, from discovery, recording, excavation and conservation of the artefacts for the public to enjoy and understand. We exist to fill a long overdue void in our understanding of our nation’s rich maritime heritage, to ensure that there is a sustainable future for such sites, through archaeology, research, study and dissemination.
MAST is accredited to the Governing Bodies of the UNESCO Convention on Underwater Cultural Heritage 2001.
Desired skills and experience
- Strategic and business development
- Familiarity with the management of large projects
- Leadership skills, commercial acumen and integrity
- Willing to work closely with our fundraiser
- Has a strong network of business associates and the ability to build relationships with organisations and potential donors including high net worth individuals
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to represent MAST to government bodies, the public, stakeholders, and other organisations
- Previous experience of being a trustee is not necessary, but an understanding of the charity and voluntary sector will be an advantage
The role
- To work with fellow Board members to build on MAST’s reputational standing nationally and internationally, and to assist in fundraising for MAST’s Centre of Excellence in Maritime Archaeology and ongoing work
- To play a pivotal role in raising MAST’s profile and defining our long term future
MAST was founded in 2011 to tackle the disparity in the protection of our underwater maritime cultural heritage as compared with sites on land.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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TRUSTEES – THE HIVE SILSDEN CIO
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? The Hive in Silsden is looking for new trustees to join our friendly board. We’re especially keen to hear from people with experience in finance, business strategy and grant funding who can help us strengthen our charity’s future and support the work we do for local families, young people, and the wider community.
If you have a few hours to spare each month and want to use your skills to give something back, we’d love to hear from you.
To express your interest in this voluntary position, please send your CV and a covering letter confirming your experience and what you could bring to benefit our charity. We are particularly keen if you live in Silsden or the surrounding area as in person monthly meetings will be required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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USE YOUR SKILLS TO HELP PEOPLE AND
NATURE TO THRIVE
– JOIN US AS A TIR COED TRUSTEE!
Grassroots Welsh charity TIR COED has been connecting people with land (Tir) and woodlands (Coed) for over 25 years. We deliver outdoor training, learning and wellbeing programmes in Mid and South West Wales, across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys, successfully benefitting hundreds of people each year in those counties.
Our aim is to reduce health and wealth inequalities for marginalized people, while improving community spaces and biodiversity for the benefit of all.
We are looking for 4 new trustees to deliver good governance for the charity and to help us continue to set and achieve our aims as we move into a new cycle of strategic planning and delivery.
We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Transferrable management skills or other relevant experience (e.g. HR, law, marketing) in any field is an advantage but experience of being a trustee is not essential: you will be joining a team of experienced trustees from a range of backgrounds in the public and private sectors and training can be arranged.
We welcome applications from young adults who wish to contribute their voices to our work while enhancing management experience. We also welcome applications from former Tir Coed trainees. Our organisation would benefit from more diverse and under-represented voices so please apply even if you haven’t done anything like this before. As an inclusive organisation, we aim to ensure that all potential Trustees feel welcome.
Come and join us! We ask for a commitment of typically no more than 4 hours per month, including attendance at 4 hybrid online/in-person trustee meetings each year (1 per quarter) plus 1 in-person meeting in Aberystwyth, where the charity’s main office is based. Help can be given for travel costs if needed.
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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We are seeking two new Trustees to help shape and strengthen our work. We are looking for individuals who can bring energy, enthusiasm and strategic insight to support our mission of protecting and restoring our waterways.
Becoming a Trustee of the Cotswolds Rivers Trust is a strategic leadership commitment. The role typically includes attending quarterly board meetings in person and contributing a minimum of six hours per month for an initial three-year period.
As a Trustee, you will play a central part in decisions that influence the long-term health of our rivers. This is a rewarding opportunity to give back to the environment and local communities while broadening your own professional skills, networks and experience. Our preference is for trustees to be proactive in the work of the Trust, utilising skills and experience to the benefit of the Trust’s objectives.
Key responsibilities
· Providing clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction.
· Holding the executive team to account for delivery and performance.
· Overseeing the organisation’s financial health and ensuring funds are used effectively.
· Advocating for the work of the Trust.
Who we’re looking for
We are particularly keen to broaden the expertise on our Board. We would welcome applications from individuals with experience in:
· Finance and Fundraising
· Legal matters
· Practical river restoration or environmental management
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join us at The Bridge and help shape the future of women’s health and wellbeing
At The Bridge, we believe in creating a society where equity is the norm, where women’s voices are heard, and where health and wellbeing rights are respected and met. Based in Southwark, our women’s health and wellbeing centre brings together a gym, café, community programmes, to provide kind, nurturing spaces for women to connect, grow, and thrive.
We are now seeking to recruit new Trustees to strengthen our Board as we enter the next stage of our strategy (2025–2028), building sustainability and deepening our impact.
Why join us?
- Be part of a values-led charity with a 100-year history of supporting women in London.
- Contribute to an inclusive and vibrant community hub that blends wellness, social connection, exercise, and shared experiences
- Help guide our social enterprise activities (gym, café, and venue hire) that generate income and impact.
- Support our dedicated team in delivering our ambitious impact and sustainability plan
Who we’re looking for?
We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Sales & Marketing – to help us grow awareness of The Bridge and strengthen income through our gym, café, and venue hire.
- Community Projects – to guide our co-created programmes and ensure we remain rooted in women’s lived experiences.
- Social Enterprise Development – to support innovation and long-term financial sustainability through income-generating initiatives.
Previous trustee experience is not required — we welcome applications from people who bring professional expertise, lived experience, and a passion for women’s health and equity.
What’s involved?
- Trustees meet around six times a year (with sub-committee involvement as appropriate) and one Saturday a year for an away day.
- There is the option to attend a weekly staff meeting and/or the bi-annual staff away day
- The role is voluntary but we will cover any out-of-pocket travel expenses
- We provide induction, training, and support to ensure Trustees feel confident in their role.
How to apply
If you share our vision and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear fr om you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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War Memorials Trust works to protect and conserve the nation's 100,000 war memorials. It is looking for new Trustees, with the right skills, experience, enthusiasm and commitment, to join the Board and help guide the charity's efforts.
The charity provides advice and expertise to help anyone who looks after a war memorial to manage, repair and conserve it for the benefit of those who live locally, those who are commemorated and their families and the wider population. Sadly, names are added on a regular basis, hence many are living memorials as well as commemorating those from conflicts past. It also encourages public engagement especially through its website War Memorials Online to which anyone can add information and upload photographs. So, if the Trustee role isn't for you, you may still be able to contribute by signing up to War Memorials Online.
A skills audit has identified key areas of expertise that the Board needs to enhance as
- fundraising expertise to ensure we are here for the long term
- legal expertise to support the charity deliver its objectives appropriately
If you have a sympathy with our vision and have skills which match those we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. We can consider wider enquiries but those are our current priorities.
This role is home based with board meetings rotating between in-person at the London office and online, although all can be joined online. Some attendance at events or visits to war memorials may be undertaken. Reasonable expenses related to the role will be available. Minimum engagement is for four, two-hour board meetings per year (plus reading of papers beforehand). Additional input will be welcomed and Trustees may be approached by staff, on a collective or an individual basis, between meetings, particularly in relation to their expertise.
Full details of the role can be found on War Memorials Trust's website via the 'Redirect to recruiter' button.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Trustee, for the Board – Health & Social Care Charity – Warwickshire-based
Warwickshire-based meetings, 8 meetings a year – ideally, you will be able to attend face-to-face for the majority.
3-year post
Voluntary role (reasonable expenses covered)
AskVerity is excited to be working with this highly successful charity, who enable people with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling lives, allowing them to thrive and do, be, and feel their best! My client understands that they can only achieve this by hiring the best staff who share their values.
My client is customer-focused—driven by the needs of those they serve, dedicated to creating exceptional experiences, and constantly evolving to exceed expectations. They empower their customers to live the life they want, support them, help them to enjoy what they do day to day, and live to their full potential.
What we’re looking for:
- Are you an experienced leader in Health and Social Care looking to make a real difference?
- As a Trustee, you will bring your expertise to help guide strategy, strengthen governance, compliance, and support teams to deliver exceptional care and support to customers.
- Ideally you will have been a trustee previously although this is not essential.
What you’ll do:
- Attend quarterly Board meetings, and be a member of one of two sub-committees, Assurance and Quality or Resources, which includes Finance.
- You will also go out to meet customers and staff and support at least one of the management team in helping them to achieve the organisation's objectives.
This is a unique opportunity to bring your expertise to a high-impact charity and help improve the health and lives of their customers and be a part of a really exciting period of the organisation’s development.
To apply, please send your CV and supporting statement (max 2 pages).
Closing date: Friday 7th November 2025.
Trustee vacancy
The Royal Aeronautical Society is the world’s leading professional body dedicated to aerospace communities. Established in 1866, the Society has been at the forefront of developments in aerospace, seeking to promote the highest professional standards and provide a central forum for sharing knowledge.
The Society is seeking a committed volunteer with a passion for aerospace to join the Board of Trustees from May 2026. As a Trustee, you will play a strategic role in the charity’s governance and help the Society to meet its charitable objects - the advancement of aeronautical art, science, and engineering around the world.
Main duties and responsibilities
The Board of Trustees seeks to ensure that it has the skills, experience, diversity of thought and perspective to draw upon in its governance and decision-making roles. Trustees are expected to allocate time to reviewing papers and should actively participate in meetings by leading discussions, focusing on key issues and providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, to ensure that the Society continues to meet the needs of its members through financial sustainability and adherence to its charitable objects.
Trustees must exercise their powers in strict accordance with the charity’s governing documents (i.e. Royal Charter, By-Laws and Regulations). The duties of a Trustee are as follows:
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Ensuring that the organisation pursues its stated objects (purposes), as defined in its governing documents, by developing and agreeing a long-term strategy
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Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
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Ensuring that the organisation complies with its governing documents, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
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Ensuring that the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its charitable objects (i.e. the charity must not spend money on activities that are not included in its own objects, however worthwhile or charitable those activities are) and for the benefit of the public
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Ensuring that the organisation defines its goals and evaluates performance against agreed targets
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Safeguarding the good name and values of the organisation
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Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, including having appropriate policies and procedures in place
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Ensuring the financial stability of the organisation
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Protecting and managing the property of the charity and ensuring the proper investment of the charity’s funds
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Following proper and formal arrangements for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal and remuneration of the Chief Executive.
Person specification
The following characteristics, knowledge and experience are essential:
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Interest in the charity’s work, the communities it serves and those it represents
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Clear understanding, and acceptance, of the legal duties, liabilities and responsibilities of Trustees, with a sound knowledge of relevant governance
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Commitment to the values and principles of the charity including commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity
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Ability to understand complex strategic issues, analyse and resolve difficult problems
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Commitment to the highest ethical standards in line with the Nolan principles
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Sufficient time and commitment to fulfil the role.
The following characteristics, knowledge and experience would be advantageous:
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Proven business and financial acumen together with leadership and organisational skills
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Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
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Experience in the aerospace sector and / or understanding of its breadth and depth
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Experience of management of heritage assets and / or heritage properties.
Time commitment
As a member of the Board of Trustees, the appointed individual will be required to attend 4 meetings in a calendar year (usually held on a Monday in March, June, September and November), with each meeting lasting up to 2.5 hours. Trustees should prepare in advance of meetings. Meetings are usually hybrid.
In addition, Trustees will be expected from time to time to engage with Society staff, as well as to devote appropriate preparation time ahead of each engagement. Trustees are expected to meet any additional time commitment that is reasonable (with a further call for commitment from Committee Chairs to fulfil those roles).
This is a voluntary position, and no remuneration is offered. The Society will, however, reimburse all reasonable ‘out of pocket’ expenses for attendance at meetings.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
As a global membership organisation and Professional Engineering Institution, we believe diversity brings benefits to our members, corporate partners, employees, and other stakeholders. This is why the Society is committed to demonstrating diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.
We work to ensure that our processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you would like us to make reasonable adjustments during the selection process, please let us know.
How to apply
Please submit a CV and a short covering letter, which explains how your knowledge and experience make you a good match for this role. You can find information about how to do this and who to contact on the "Volunteer with us" page of the Royal Aeronautical Society's website. The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 7 December at 23:59.
Personal data
In line with GDPR, we ask that in your CV and covering letter you do NOT send us any information that can identify children or any of your sensitive personal data (racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning health or sex life and sexual orientation, genetic and/or biometric data). Following this notice, any inclusion of your sensitive personal data in your CV/application documentation will be understood by us as your express consent to process this information going forward. Please also remember to not mention anyone’s information or details (e.g. referees) who have not previously agreed to their inclusion.
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Advert for Trustees
Are you passionate about making a difference to communities that experience food insecurity and related health inequalities?We are looking for a dynamic, inspiring and innovative individuals to join our Board of Trustees to help steer Healthy Living Platform’s work through a range of activities that support food justice across Lambeth.
At Healthy Living Platform we make it easier for local communities to lead healthier and more sustainable lives. Using a food ladder model, we focus on the following outcomes:
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increasing access to affordable and nutritious food
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increasing knowledge and skills to support healthy eating
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increasing community connectivity and capacity through food
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influencing and improving food policies and local decision making through advocacy work
For a small team of 6 paid staff we have a huge impact, supporting over 2,000 households every week through running the Surplus Food Hub and Pantries, with around 40 volunteers supporting our work including activities generated through our Community Kitchen. We also deliver a range of educational courses through our Food Ambassador programme.
If you are interested in joining our Board, please send an email with your CV and a covering note to trustee @ healthylivingplatform. org outlining what skills and expertise you can offer. We are looking to recruit three new trustees by the end of October, earlier if possible. Preferred candidates would have either HR, Communications, Legal or Public Health expertise, although we are welcoming of anyone, especially those with lived experience from the local area that have accessed HLP’s services in the past
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