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Specialist Education and Care Trust
Location: Cranleigh, Surrey (hybrid)
Time commitment: Approx. 10–12 days per year
Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
A specialist education and care trust based in Surrey is seeking up to five new Trustees to join its committed and values-led Board. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young adults with complex learning and behavioural needs through integrated education, care and therapy.
As a Trustee, you will provide strategic oversight and constructive challenge across the organisation’s education, residential and supported living services. You’ll work closely with the Executive Principal and Senior Leadership Team, helping to shape operational strategy, monitor financial performance, and ensure effective governance.
Applications are welcome from individuals with experience in the charity, education, care, or public service sectors. The organisation is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in:
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HR and people strategy
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IT systems and cyber security
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Finance and financial oversight
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Legal and contract law
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Health services
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Safeguarding
Above all, the Trust is looking for individuals who bring energy and enthusiasm, empathy and values alignment, and a collaborative and constructive spirit.
You do not need to be Catholic to apply; Trustees of all faiths and none who share the organisation’s mission and commitment to inclusion are warmly welcomed.
Deadline for applications: 11 January 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 19 January 2026 and week commencing 26 January 2026
For more information, including how to apply, please view the appointment brief on the Prospectus website.
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Are you a qualified human-focused medical professional with an interest in multi-species medicine? Are you innovative, with creative insight & a vision for progressive medical practice? If so, we would welcome your application to join our Board of Trustees.
Our ideal candidate:
• A qualified medical professional with expertise in human medicine and a strong interest in multi-species medicine and innovative healthcare practice.
• Understands trustee commitments and responsibilities.
• Can contribute to strategic discussions through effective communication and judgment.
• Is non-judgmental and respectful of diverse experiences, views, and cultures.
• Is committed to the aims and values of Humanimal Trust and can work collaboratively to enrich the vision and strategy of our growing organisation.
We welcome applications from individuals with a range of perspectives, experience, backgrounds and skills.
What’s in it for you?
• A unique opportunity to drive innovative change and have a positive impact on millions of human and animal lives.
• Development of career enhancing skills and experience, including governance and leadership skills.
• The opportunity to build interdisciplinary relationships with a team of passionate trustees, staff, and volunteers.
Summary of responsibilities
• Drive strategic planning, provide leadership and oversee delivery of results.
• Approve business plans and budgets, agree targets, and monitor performance.
• Ensure board members have required skills through appropriate recruitment, induction and development processes.
• Ensure effective audits and approve annual accounts.
• Support the CEO and ensure good management.
• Ensure productive relationships are maintained.
• Ensure a high standard of corporate governance and behaviour.
• Be clear about the most significant strategic risks ensure mitigation steps are in place.
• Empathy with the aims of the organisation, its values and behaviours.
Appointment term: A minimum term of three years, with the possibility of two consecutive terms, so six years in total.
Time commitment: Quarterly Board meetings, c.2h per meeting, plus preparation.
Preferred background, knowledge and experience: A qualified medical professional with expertise in human medicine and a strong interest in multi-species medicine.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role Profile-Trustee
About Us
CSSC is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting health, wellbeing, and community through sport, leisure, and recreation. Established for civil servants and public sector employees, CSSC provides over 120,000 members with access to a wide range of activities, discounts, and experiences that encourage an active, balanced lifestyle. With a proud heritage and a nationwide reach, CSSC continues to champion wellbeing at work and beyond - inspiring people to connect, stay active, and have fun together.
Background
CSSC is looking to recruit an employer-nominated Trustee to the CSSC Pension Scheme Trustee Board.
The CSSC Superannuation Scheme is one of two pension arrangements operated by CSSC. It is a defined benefit (final salary) scheme, where members’ pensions are based on their final salary and length of pensionable service. The Scheme is registered with The Pensions Regulator and approved by HMRC, benefitting from tax relief and operating within a robust regulatory framework.
The Scheme provides a stable, long-term pension arrangement with flexibility for members, including options for additional contributions, lump sums, and dependents’ benefits. As a trustee, you would help safeguard these valuable benefits for CSSC members, supporting good governance and ensuring the Scheme remains sustainable for the future.
The Trustee is appointed by the CSSC Remuneration Committee and is responsible for the following:
The responsibilities of the CSSC Pension Scheme Trustee
· Establish and implement pension policy and provide direction to the plan administrative agent concerning the application of the plan rules
· Establish and implement investment policy and provide direction to the plan investment manager concerning the investment of the pension plan assets
· Consider financial information received from the plan administrative agent, auditor or actuary and adopt the resulting financial statements and actuarial valuation reports
· Approve the funds to be used for administrative and investment purposes and for the professional services required by the board
· Hear appeals from plan members and employers of decisions of the plan’s administrative agent as a quasi-judicial administrative tribunal
· Monitor the performance of the plan investment manager, plan administrative agents and all other agents and service providers
· Communicate pension plan information and oversee the risk management process through monitoring of reporting
Skills required for the role of Trustee
It is expected that all trustees will have the following skills, knowledge, and experience, and/or will strive to develop them based on an agreed educational plan. CSSC is particularly keen to receive applications from candidates with private sector pensions or investment knowledge and experience, coupled with the following skills: -
· Understanding of or an interest in pension issues such as actuarial valuations and impacts, trust law and fiduciary responsibility, market and investment dynamics, financial statements, accounting practice and audits
· Board or committee exposure
· Exposure to regulations, contractual, and financial issues
· Ability to synthesize information and make decisions
· Ability to work cooperatively and provide leadership
· A high standard of personal integrity, ethics, and respect for board confidentiality
Additional Information
A trustee must be able to commit time to preparing and participating in the duties required of a trustee. The minimum time commitment for a trustee for meeting attendance, including preparation time, is expected to be 2 days a year. Meetings are held in person in London and in 2026 will be in March and July. In other years, the meetings may take place in December/January and July. Depending on a trustee’s level of experience, additional time may need to be considered for ongoing education.
We are a not-for-profit, membership, organisation for over 124,000 colleagues from the civil service and public sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting time to be joining the Board of BMS World Mission. As a trustee, you will be joining at a time of transformation. The phenomenal growth of the Church in the Majority World is arguably the most significant development in Christianity in the 21st century. While the Church in the West has struggled, in Africa, Asia, and Latin America it thrives. This reality has presented unprecedented opportunities for the spread of the gospel, as mission becomes from everywhere to everywhere.
We are currently looking for two trustees, including a safeguarding trustee.
To maintain the gender balance on our Board, we welcome female applicants for this role.
Please note that this is a voluntary position.
As a BMS trustee, you will:
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Be committed to BMS’ vision and mission
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Be able to think creatively and strategically and exercise good, independent judgement
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Be able to communicate effectively
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Be willing to participate actively in discussion, including sharing different perspectives
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Be able to work collaboratively
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Be open to learn and develop in your role as trustee
BMS World Mission was founded in 1792 and we are proud of how we have adapted to the challenges facing each generation. BMS has grown as a global community of mission personnel, partners and international workers in more than 30 countries across Africa, Asia, South America and Europe, supported by more than 1,500 churches around the UK. Together, we’re inspired by our heart to bring the gospel where it’s not known, to bring practical hope to a troubled world and to bring help for the journeys of the displaced.
The successful applicant will be a committed Christian. The nature of this voluntary position means that this is a specific occupational requirement.
Key information
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BMS Office Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.
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Closing date: 17.00 UK time, Thursday 8 January 2026
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Interviews will be held online on Wednesday 4 February 2025
You can download the BMS Trustee Recruitment Pack (below) to find out more. If you have any questions about this opportunity or the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Heather Drury, Director of People and Culture.
BMS World Mission mobilises people, resources and skills across the Global Church to share the good news of Jesus and practical hope they’re need
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Help shape the future of CCS Adoption and make a lasting difference to children and families.
CCS Adoption is seeking a passionate and skilled individual to join our Board of Trustees. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a charity that has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted for 14 years and continues to deliver life-changing services for children and families.
Why Join Us?
As a Trustee, you’ll play a vital role in guiding our strategy, ensuring strong governance, and supporting our mission to find loving, permanent homes for children who need them. You’ll join a committed and experienced Board and work alongside a dedicated team.
What We’re Looking For
Our recent skills audit highlighted a need for expertise in:
- Marketing and fundraising – to help raise awareness and secure resources.
- Business and strategic insight – to strengthen our long-term vision.
However, if you bring passion, integrity, and a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families, we’d love to hear from you. Prior trustee experience is not required—we’ll provide support and guidance to help you succeed. We are especially keen to ensure our Board reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Your Role
As a Trustee, you will:
- Work collectively with fellow Trustees to govern the charity.
- Contribute your skills and perspective to strategic decision-making.
- Champion our mission and values.
Checks and Compliance
As part of our commitment to safe and fair recruitment, all trustee appointments are subject to appropriate checks. This includes identity verification, reference checks, and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Trustees must also confirm eligibility under charity law and complete a declaration of interests to ensure transparency and integrity.
Next Steps
Visit our website to download our:
- Trustee Information Pack
- Trustee Role Description
To apply, please submit:
- Completed application form
- Your CV
- Equal opportunities monitoring form
We welcome enquiries about this role, please contact us if you'd like to learn more before submitting your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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.



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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
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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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.
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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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.
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.
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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.
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.


