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The Vacancy
We are excited to announce that we are looking to appoint a new Trustee Treasurer to our well-established Board.
This vacancy has arisen as our existing Treasurer is progressing to a new position within the Charity Board and we are, therefore, seeking the ideal candidate to fill this position.
As our Treasurer, in addition to the general responsibilities of a trustee, your role will be to maintain an overview of the organisation’s financial affairs to ensure its financial viability, keeping the Board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities, and ensuring that proper financial records and procedures are implemented and maintained by the executive.
You’ll also build a strong relationship with our Finance Director, supporting in providing guidance as required.
The Treasurer provides invaluable support not only to our main Charity Board but also as the Chair of the Finance and Risk committee.
Qualifications/Experience:
Proven experience of operating at a Strategic Level, ideally as a Finance Director or similar.
Charity finance experience or understanding advantageous but not essential.
Application of sound judgement and collaboration with others is key to the success of this role.
Terms of office
- Trustees are appointed for a three-year term of office, renewal for one further term to a maximum of six years.
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Time commitment
- Attending four Board meetings annually.
- Attending annual strategy and training days.
Committee membership
You will be required to attend two other committees in addition to the mainboard. This will require attendance at an additional 8 meetings annually.
Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Julia’s House achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity, ensure that the charity has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. So, if you have the skills and experience we need we'd love to hear from you.
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Professionals Aid Guild (PAG) is seeking a new Trustee to join a well-established charity based in London to assist with ongoing and future strategic development. A background in Education or Social Welfare would be desirable.
Using your experience, skills and knowledge, as Trustee you will be;
- Contributing actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation,
- Setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
- Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
- Ensuring the financial stability of the organisation.
- Protecting and managing the property of the organisation and ensuring the proper investment of the organisation's funds.
- Ensuring that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these.
- Being responsible for the performance of the charity and for its “corporate” behaviour; ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
- Acting as guardians of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application.
- Ensuring that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard.
We are particularly interested in hearing from anyone with a background in IT, Education or Welfare; however a general interest in the relief of poverty is important. A successful applicant would be decisive, responsible, good at networking and passionate about delivering and developing the aims of the charity. Our Trustees play a vital role in the work of the charity and have a high degree of responsibility. The charity processes confidential information about our applicants and so an awareness of data protection regulation would be useful.
As a Trustee for PAG you will make a difference to professionals throughout UK. Examples of our beneficiaries could include a family struggling to afford school uniforms for their children, a cancer sufferer who has had to give up work and is struggling to manage financially, a medical student whose funding has failed, or a single parent who has moved to a new home and needs assistance with the cost of furniture – these are all areas in which PAG has assisted and continues to assist.
Some case studies below demonstrate the real impact that the charity has;
- Mrs B accumulated large debts when she lost her job and was unable to obtain further loan or credit. She was awarded a one-off gift of £500 towards travel for the final year of her MSc/Diploma from PAG’s Education Committee. Mrs B wrote “I am lost for words to express my gratitude for the received cheque. I would like to say thank you for helping me to every person involved. It will truly make a big difference to my life.”
- Ms E left the family home due to domestic violence and subsequently divorced, she has one son, who is in employment and who contributes to the household income, and one daughter, who is at school. Mrs E is not currently employed; she has completed a Diploma and hopes to find paid employment soon. She was awarded a grant by the Case Committee and a further award for her daughter’s education from the Education Committee. Ms E wrote “I just wanted to thank you all for helping my family and I. I truly feel grateful and supported by PAG. I really don’t know how I would have coped over the years with so many different events that have happened to in my life. Thank you once again.”
The Professionals Aid Guild (PAG) works towards the relief of poverty and access to education for professional graduates and their families.
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IvybridgeLink the charity for the BridgeLink Community Centre is looking for trustees with a passion for social justice, a concern for under represented groups and the willingness to support our staff in developing activities and services for our diverse local community. Useful previous experience would be: fundraising, governance and compliance, community work, education, human resources, IT, buildings management, food and catering.
JOB DESCRIPTION FOR CHARITY TRUSTEES
Overall Purpose
The Board of Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity Ivybridgelink, supporting its values and developing the organisation's aime and objectives.
Main Responsibilities
- To ensure that the charity and its representatives function within the legal and regulatory framework of the sector continually striving for best practice in governance.
- To uphold the aims and objectives of the charity IvybridgeLink:
- To promote learning and educational achievement
- To encourage pathways into employment
- To support healthy lifestyles and emotional wellbeing
- To offer opportunities for recreation / leisure activities
- To build a positive sense of community
- To determine the overall direction and development of the charity through good governance and clear strategic planning.
- To follow non-discriminatory and non-judgemental practice, and adhere to the confidentiality policies and procedures.
- To ensure the charity complies with regulatory requirements, as laid out in the governing document.
Main Duties
- Acting in the best interest of the charity, beneficiaries and future beneficiaries at all times.
- Promoting and developing the charity in order for it to meet the needs of local residents.
- Overseeing sound financial management of the charity’s resources, ensuring expenditure is in line with the organisation’s objectives, and investment activities meet accepted standards.
- Overseeing recruitment processes following safer recruitment procedures.
- Monitoring the effective and efficient administration of the charity and its resources.
- To follow the IvybridgeLink confidentiality policy and maintain absolute confidentiality regarding all information shared or received.
- An understanding and commitment to equalities issues in relations to working in the community.
- Support the centre’s management team to deliver projects and run events
Accountable to:
As the board are responsible and liable for the governance and functioning of the charity,they are accountable in varying degrees to a variety of stakeholders, including: service users, members, funders, the Charity Commission, and Companies House. Close attention must be given to the governing document to ascertain the type of organisational structure and the range of interested parties.
Please let us know why you would like to be a trustee and what you feel you could offer.
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About StreetVet
StreetVet is a fast-growing national charity, committed to providing free vet care to the pets of those experiencing homelessness and to keeping pets and owners together to maintain the human-animal bond. StreetVet relies on its team of over 250 vet and nurse volunteers in 23 locations around the UK to provide free veterinary treatment, funded by grants, corporate and private donors and partners. Since inception in 2016, the charity has treated nearly 3,000 pets and has won numerous awards including the Vet Trust Award for the Most Trusted Veterinary Charity, Purina Better with Pets Prize and Homeless Link Excellence Award for Excellent Support.
Our Top Priorities
We are looking for a new Trustee with a veterinary background who can bring a fresh perspective to our board. Working with the Trustee Board and Senior Leadership Team to support with clinical governance, particularly regarding compliance, statutory, legal and regulatory requirements. As a young charity we still need practical, hands-on support from time-to-time from the trustees in their area of expertise while we work to mature into an organisation where the trustees can focus on a purely governance role. Being a trustee can be a very rewarding and enjoyable experience, offering opportunities to help shape the future direction of the charity, enhance the lives of people in our local communities and gain valuable satisfaction of contributing to an effective and ambitious growing charity.
Role Description:
The Clinical Governance Trustee will oversee the charity’s clinical governance for the benefit of the animal patient and the client owner. Practical guidance will be provided to enable StreetVet to help all veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to understand clinical governance, whether they are in clinical practice, or not.
Role Responsibilities and Duties:
• Play a full and effective role on the Board of Trustees (attend minimum 75% Trustee Board meetings)
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Act as a conduit for clinical governance information between the Trustee Board, CEO and Clinical Director.
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Meet with Clinical Director quarterly.
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Ensure volunteers are familiar and coherent with the Royal College Veterinary Surgeons Clinical Governance Code and VMD requirements.
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Keep up to date with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and new developments relevant to the area of work.
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Reflect upon the charity’s performance, making appropriate changes to practice.
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Critically analyse the evidence base for procedures used and making appropriate changes to practice.
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Reflect upon communication with other members of the StreetVet team and making appropriate changes to practice.
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Reflect upon communication with clients and making appropriate changes to practice.
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Have clear protocols in place to ensure all staff are familiar with procedures for ensuring patient safety.
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Communicate changes in procedure to the whole practice team.
Who we’re looking for - knowledge and experience
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A thorough understanding of the veterinary sector.
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Knowledge of veterinary care within the charity sector would be beneficial.
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Must be a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)
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Ability to advise and recommend clinical governance activities and reviews, where necessary, to fulfil the requirements of RCVS code of conduct and VMD requirements.
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Excellent networking, influencing and communication skills
Input and Time Commitment:
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A time commitment of 2-4 hours a month would be expected.
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Trustees are expected to be available for regular consultation and input on a range of issues in between meetings, usually via email.
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Attend at least one outreach a year.
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Attend virtual quarterly board meetings, held on third Tuesday of January, April, July, October at 6pm. Meetings duration approx 1 – 2 hours.
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Papers for the meeting are sent the week prior and Trustees are to ensure they have read and understood all the information in advance in order to participate fully.
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Attend annual conference – usually 2 days in London.
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Attend in-person annual strategic review, usually half a day, in London.
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Training will be provided to give a good understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, liabilities and responsibilities of trustees.
Personal Attributes:
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Good time management and personal motivation, and ability to work flexibly with a small fast-growing organisation
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Belief in the vision, mission and values of StreetVet
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Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
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An ability to think logically and objectively to identify key issues and good judgement to support robust decision making
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Ability and willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the role
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Good communicator, able to both empower and challenge supportively
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An ability to think creatively
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A willingness to speak their mind and voice opinions even if these are not shared by other trustees
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An ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team
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Up-to-date IT and digital skills to facilitate collaborative and remote working
Potential Trustees must confirm that they are not disqualified under the automatic disqualification rules details on the government website - weblink included in the role description.
Applications close: 31st July 2025.
StreetVet is a national charity, committed to providing free vet care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness & to keep pets & owners together




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We are currently seeking a new Chair/Co-Chairs to help us shape the future of St Nicks, leading the board through a new strategy and ambitious building development project. We are interested in hearing from people who would like to take on the Chair role in its entirety, or to split the role with a Co-Chair.
In addition to undertaking the role of trustee, a Chair will:
- Be a constructive partner to the CEO - building a trusting, cohesive relationship, providing advice, challenge and support to orchestrate the development of the organisation
- Develop a highly effective board of trustees – creating the environment for a high performing team, evaluating and facilitating improvement of collective capability and performance. Undertake periodic Board effectiveness reviews and, alongside the CEO, ensure that new board members are fully inducted
- Influence and collaborate with stakeholders - understanding the environment and systems that the organisation operates within and collaborating with others to collectively achieve the biggest positive impact
- Chair board meetings, ensuring that high standards of corporate governance and ethical, professional behaviour are maintained
- Work with the CEO to ensure that matters are brought to the attention of the board for their information and/or debate in a timely manner and that an atmosphere is created in which all Board members are encouraged to participate and challenge constructively and appropriately
- Conduct an annual appraisal of the CEO and provide regular feedback on both performance and any areas of concern raised by the board
Our Mission is to build and connect flourishing communities through urban greenspace generation, nature-based wellbeing and sustainable living.
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We are looking for a Finance Trustee to support the Board by providing an oversight of our affairs, ensuring our financial viability and that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.
We are a small CIO with 3 part time staff. Our Finance Trustee will participate in all areas of our governance but take a special interest in the financial strategy and governance. They will use their sound financial skills & experience to support the Board’s understanding & interpretation & to ensure legislative compliance.
Our payroll is outsourced and we have an external investment portfolio manager.
Our current finance trustee has served their term of office & it is now time to look for their successor.
All meetings except our AGM/annual award event are remote. We need you to be available to attend:
2 (evening) Board meetings
1 summer (evening) business meeting
3 Finance subcommittee (evening) meetings
1 in person day Board/AGM/Award event
Fundraising sub committee meetings - frequency tbc these will be held remotely in the evenings
The Finance Trustee will adhere to the role description of a trustee & in addition has the following key responsibilities:
- To support the Board to oversee & to ensure appropriate presentation of budgets, accounts, management accounts and financial statements.
- To ensure appropriate presentation of accounts and records, ensuring that financial resources are spent in accordance with the charity’s policies, good governance, legal & regulatory requirements.
- Liaising, where applicable, with the Chair/ other appropriate members of staff & supporting on financial matters
- Supporting the Board to monitor the financial viability of the charity.
- Creating in conjunction with relevant trustees & staff sound financial processes & procedures for the control of the charity’s assets.
- Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan.
- Reviewing the annual accounts &, where applicable, liaising with the charity’s external bookkeeper to ensure the accounts are compliant with the current charities’ SORP.
- Ensuring that sound financial management is maintained & ensuring expenditure is in line with the charity’s objects.
- Authorisation of charity expenditure & banking transactions set up on online bank accounts
- Liaison with the fund manager responsible for the charity’s investment portfolio
- Oversight of payroll, HMRC reporting & operation of auto-enrolment pension scheme for staff
Our mission is to increase the number of midwives and student midwives supported by our sustainably and ethically financed annual awards programme
Objective:
The Chair provides inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees in its accountability for Eikon’s vision, mission, charitable purposes and upholding its values whilst supporting Trustees individually and collectively in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the Charity.
The Chair provides line management to the CEO, offering support, advice and appraisal, and with the SLT, when appropriate, to deliver its Strategy and achieve its Annual Plan goals and objectives. He or she will act as a champion, ambassador and the public face of the Charity in partnership with the CEO.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Oversee and ensure that duties are fulfilled, strategies are established and that the Board regularly reviews risks and opportunities.
Governance: Confirm the charity’s arrangements, Trustees and systems are effective and comply with the Charity Commission Governance Code.
External Relations: Represent Eikon as an ambassador and spokesperson with external stakeholders, when appropriate.
Efficiency and Effectiveness: Engage Trustees while chairing meetings and documenting decisions and actions arising.
Relationship with CEO and Senior Leadership Team: Establish a strong, open, collaborative, supportive relationship with key team members; agree objectives and goals for the CEO.
Person Specifications
Personal Qualities: Strong and visible passion, commitment and advocacy for Eikon and children and young people’s mental health.
Experience: Track record of operation and achievement at a senior strategic level including both internal and external presentations and representation.
Knowledge and Skills: Strong leadership and motivational skills combined with financial management experience; understanding of charity governance.
Location:
The Eikon Charity is based in New Haw, Surrey, and operates throughout most of Surrey’s boroughs and beyond.
Remuneration
The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed.
Time Commitment
Chairing, in person, four evening Board meetings per year, a Board and Senior Leadership Team away day and the annual Audit & Finance Committee meeting. There are regular in person or online meetings and calls with the Chief Executive Officer and liaison with individual Trustees and senior staff on particular issues. Together with the CEO, represent the Charity at events and meetings with key stakeholders.Standard appointment term is three years.
Helping young people feel safe, heard and supported





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Public Relation/Marketing Trustee- Join Us in Transforming Children’s Lives!
At School-Home Support, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to be in school and ready to learn – no matter the obstacles they face. Our mission is simple yet ambitious: to ensure that every child is in school, every day, by 2050. We are looking for a passionate individual with PR/Marketing knowledge to help us make this vision a reality and have a lasting impact on children and families across the country.
We’re seeking an individual who shares our passion for improving children’s lives. If you have experience as a trustee and are ready to take the next step in your governance journey, we would love to hear from you.
Who We're Looking For:
We are looking to recruit a PR/Marketing Trustee who is passionate about the work of School-Home Support and brings energy, commitment and leadership combined with a willingness to advocate for the work we do and the cause we serve.
As a PR/Marketing Trustee, You Will:
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Contribute to setting goals, targets, and overall policy for the organisation
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Share your expertise and networks to support the development and growth of the charity.
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Help ensure compliance with our legal obligations and the organisation’s core purpose.
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Provide oversight of the budget to guarantee School-Home Support’s financial sustainability.
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Support the Safeguarding Lead to ensure measures are in place for safeguarding for the children and families we support and the staff team
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Act as a champion and ambassador for School-Home Support, enhancing our reputation, representing us at key events, and supporting fundraising efforts.
What We Offer:
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Impactful Role: By joining our Board of Trustees, you will play a key role in shaping our national impact and supporting our mission to transform the lives of children in need.
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Training & Development: You will receive tailored training specific to your role and access to additional learning opportunities through our staff-led EDI networks.
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Networking Opportunities: You’ll have the chance to expand your professional network and make valuable connections within the education and charity sectors.
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Support Throughout Your Journey: We will buddy you with a more experienced trustee or corporate volunteer to ensure you feel supported and confident throughout your time with us.
Expectations:
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Commitment: A commitment of three years to this voluntary role
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Meetings: Attend four half-day board meetings and one AGM each year, which are typically held in Stratford, London, or remotely.
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Sub-Committees: Participate in one of our sub-committees to help guide specific areas of our work.
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External Events: Attend 2-3 fundraising events each year (usually evenings) and make at least one school visit annually.
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Inclusion & Diversity: A strong commitment to inclusion, equal opportunities, and the promotion of diversity in all aspects of your work.
If you’re ready to make a difference and contribute to creating brighter futures for children and their families, we want to hear from you!
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please review the Trustee Pack and submit your application today!
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Lead the change. Use your strategic skills to empower communities in LeicesterShire.
Last year, we helped 31,000 people find a way forward, securing them £14 million in income. Citizens Advice LeicesterShire is a dynamic £1.7m charity with a clear purpose: sharing knowledge to transform lives.
We are now looking for strategic leaders to join our Board of Trustees and steer our future. This is a high-impact role, moving beyond traditional governance to shape our strategy and drive performance. We need your professional expertise to help us pioneer new solutions and ensure our sustainability.
Your experience in one of the following areas will be critical to our success:
- Financial planning, risk management, and data ethics (including AI).
- HR, people management, organisational design, and wellbeing strategies.
- Compelling storytelling, PR, strategic marketing, and professional networking.
- Business strategy, project management, and technology.
While professional experience is key, your personal commitment is what truly matters. We are looking for people who share our values – we care, we help, we excel, we challenge – and have a passion for social justice. We believe lived experience is as valuable as professional skill.
The return on your investment:
- Apply your leadership skills to a significant social challenge.
- Directly influence the strategy of a respected, high-impact local charity.
- Collaborate with a dedicated professional board and senior leadership team.
"Being a trustee for Citizens Advice allows me the opportunity to use my skills to the benefit of others.” - John Walters, Trustee
This is a flexible, voluntary role with bi-monthly evening board meetings. All expenses are reimbursed.
If you're ready to make a difference, visit our website to read the full information pack and apply.
For an informal, confidential discussion about the role, please contact our CEO, Vicky Gutteridge.
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Do you want to make a difference to Bristol’s mental health? Do you have experience in governing non-profits, or organisations in a similar field? Can you approach challenges with energy and expertise, and help steer the board of an ambitious and specialised organisation with confidence?
If this sounds like you, then we'd love to hear from you.
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to...
- Lead a dedicated and passionate group of people (Board of Trustees)
- Help create transformative change that will enrich lives
- Support the strategic vision of an established, award-winning charity
The closing date for this vacancy is Friday 11th July 2025 at 11:59pm.
Shortlisted candidates will have an interview with the panel in late July - exact date tbc.
In-depth psychotherapeutic support for children, young people, and adults across Bristol and beyond.


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Letchworth Foodbank is seeking an inspiring and strategic Chair of the Board to lead the next chapter of our growth.
We have a clear mission: the prevention or relief of poverty in Letchworth, Hitchin and Baldock in particular, but not exclusively, by providing emergency food supplies and financial support to individuals in need and/or charities or other organisations working to relieve poverty.
Receiving donations and grants of over £200,000 per annum, the Foodbank distributes over 40 tonnes of food and £50,000 of food vouchers every year to those that need it most.
Our strategy is not to stand still, but to increase our reach and impact, and we require a Chair that shares our ambitions and will help drive a clear strategy forwards with the Trustees, working closely with the Foodbank Director.
What are we looking for?
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A Chair with knowledge of and commitment to tackling and relieving poverty.
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Experience in leadership, governance, and board-level roles (charity or voluntary sector preferred).
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and unite people.
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An understanding of the challenges faced by small charities and grassroots organisations.
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A strategic thinker with sound judgment and an inclusive leadership style.
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An understanding of safeguarding, equality, and community engagement principles.
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Experience of financial management and a broad understanding of charity finance issues.
At Letchworth Foodbank, we champion diversity. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.
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The Vacancy
We are pleased to announce that we are looking to appoint a new Legal Trustee to our well-established Board.
The Legal Trustee will utilise their legal expertise to provide support and guidance of the legal aspects of charity guidance and also oversee the Charity’s corporate governance and company secretarial functions.
Qualifications/Experience:
Currently practising within a legal role, able to demonstrate significant experience and knowledge.
Application of sound judgement and collaboration with others is key to the success of this role.
Terms of office
- Trustees are appointed for a three-year term of office, renewal for one further term to a maximum of six years.
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Time commitment
- Attending four Board meetings annually.
- Attending annual strategy and training days.
Committee membership
You may be required to attend one other committee in addition to the mainboard. This will require attendance at an additional 4 meetings annually.
Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Julia’s House achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity, ensure that the charity has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. So, if you have the skills and experience we need we'd love to hear from you.
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Do you have experience with UK employment law as an HR Manager, HR Director or equivalent?
Connection Support are seeking a Trustee that will support us in our vision of being a thought-leader in the prevention of homelessness, mental ill-health, and leading innovative services that prevent crises from happening.
About us
At Connection Support, our team of staff and volunteers work alongside people to overcome life’s challenges. We do this through our values of empowerment, collaboration, compassion and taking a personalised approach in all aspects of our work.
We believe in a future where people are free from crisis, and effective prevention is the key. But for times when crises do happen, we’ll be there to help every step of the way.
About the role
The trustee will support the board, the CEO the Head of HR and wider senior team with advice, guidance and sharing their experiences specifically related to:
• Contributing to existing projects.
• Maintaining good relationships with relevant agencies and potential partners.
• Advising on Human Resources issues affecting Connection Support staff and volunteers.
• Assisting the tendering process for existing and new contracts.
• Guiding the board on addressing employee needs and advising on potential strategies that enable Connection Support to grow in the sector.
This is an exciting time to join Connection Support as we start our new three year strategy.
Time commitment
The anticipated time commitment for a Trustee is up to a day a month. Approximately 2-3 hours per month in person, and then 2-3 hours of supporting with projects which can be from home.
Trustee positions are not paid but travel and subsistence expenses are reimbursed.
About you
Our values are extremely important to us, so it is essential that your personal values align with ours, and you are passionate and motivated by the impact you can have by being part of Connection Support. We would also like you to have the following;
• Experience of UK employment law as an HR Professional at Manager or Director level.
• Creating and implementing staff and organisational development programs to support career development and staff wellbeing.
• Provide guidance on a myriad of HR topics e.g.; TUPE, remuneration, benefits, disciplinary, recruitment and training.
If you are not sure if this role is for you, we can arrange a no obligation chat with a member of the board or the CEO.
Previous experience as a Trustee is not necessary as we provide a full induction. We pair new Trustees with an experienced member and offer training opportunities to Board members.
How to apply
Please submit the following documents to our recrutiment department, informaiton can be found in the recuritment pack.
• We want to know why you’re interested in becoming a trustee. Please send us a cover letter or email telling is why you want to join the Board of Trustees, and your experience as outlined above. If you would like to share your experiences with us in a different way, please let us know and we are happy to support.
• We want to know more about you! Please send us an up to date CV of your career history, key responsibilities and achievements. If you do not have a CV, you can send us an email with a summary of your experience.
• We need to know what others say about you. Please send us two professional references(only contacted with prior consent). If you have any difficulty with references, please contact us and we can discuss alternatives with you.
Interviews
Interviews will be held as suitable people apply, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early.
If you are interested in finding out more about the opportunity and would like to discuss the role informally, please contact us and we will arrange a no obligaiton chat with the CEO or a member of the board.
Further information can be found in our Board of Trustees Recruitment Pack.
Application instructions are within the recruitment pack, or you can visit our website or contact us directly.
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About Refugees at Home
We are a leading provider of hosting with an annual income of £1 million, dedicated to the prevention of homelessness for those claiming asylum or with Refugee status by offering temporary placements within our volunteer hosts homes. We recruit and support volunteer hosts who are willing to offer a temporary home and a helping hand. Our role is to carefully match each guest and host, to assess and prepare them ready for hosting, to advise on hosting arrangements and accommodation, and to provide ongoing support to hosts throughout each stay. We provide support to our guests across all four nations of the UK.
We spread awareness of hosting and the issues facing our guests through thoughtful and considered communications, both within our sector and externally.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Communications professional to join our Board of Trustees. We are open to the type of experience candidates may posses and recognise the importance of transferrable skills.
We particularly encourage applications from those with lived experience.
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Exciting Volunteering Opportunity: Join CGD Society as Secretary to the Board of Trustees
Are you passionate about governance and looking to make a meaningful impact? The CGD Society (CGDS) is seeking a dedicated individual to join the trustee board as Secretary of the Board. This position offers a unique chance to lead on governance initiatives while collaborating closely with a supportive team of Trustees and staff.
As Secretary, you’ll wear two important hats:
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Company Secretary: Keeping our records in order, organising board meetings, and ensuring timely filings with regulatory bodies.
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Governance Lead: Driving best practices, staying ahead of regulations, and working to strengthen our charity's governance framework.
You'll have strong support from our Chair, Treasurer, Executive Director, and the Governance & Finance Subcommittee.
We’re looking for someone who’s committed and wants to make a difference in supporting those affected by CGD, Chronic Granulomatous Disorder, a rare genetic disorder. With resources like our Governance Calendar and guidance from experienced colleagues, you’ll have everything you need to succeed.
To find out more please read the job specification.
Apply by submitting a covering letter and CV