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YMCA is a global movement that empowers communities and young people to build a just, sustainable, equitable and inclusive world. One YMCA represents the movement in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, and is growing rapidly to help meet the increasing needs in our society. If you would like to make a difference to the children, young people and families who need it most, this could be the moment to bring your experience and drive to our ambitious Christian charity.
One YMCA enables people to develop their full potential in body, mind and spirit. Inspired by, and faithful to, our Christian values, we create supportive and energising communities that are open to all, where young people can truly belong, contribute and thrive.
We support vulnerable individuals and families to develop the skills and confidence they need to progress towards independence, through a wide range of services including supported accommodation for those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, Children’s and Family Centre services, early years education, youthwork, health and wellbeing, and specialist therapeutic support.
We are on an exciting and ambitious growth trajectory. In the last five years, we have trebled our income to £40m, and we’re now poised to step this up another gear. At the start of a new five-year strategy, we aim to grow beyond a £50m turnover, grow our staff team to above 800, and expand to support more than 200,000 people each year.
We are looking to recruit new trustees to support Board succession and bring additional skill sets and diverse perspectives. We’re welcoming, inclusive, and try to enjoy ourselves even while doing serious business. We have a good balance of skills and backgrounds on the Board, but we recognise the need to further increase the diversity of the Board and acknowledge that we don’t yet proportionally represent the ethnic diversity of the regions we serve.
Whilst we are interested in anyone with experience in the areas of work we deliver, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from those with experience in social housing, finance and/or audit and risk, and safeguarding.
YMCA has a rich Christian heritage stretching back more than 180 years and our Christian ethos remains at the core of everything we do. We ask that all Trustees should be comfortable with prayer and reflection as part of our meetings, working within a Christian ethos, and upholding our Values of Respect, Compassion and Growth.
One YMCA is working with Macaulay Search on this appointment process. For further details, including contact details and how to apply, please download our Appointment Details Pack (see link below).
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One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
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Join us and make a difference in the lives of children with additional needs
We are seeking to recruit a new volunteer Secretary to join our passionate and dedicated Board.
We are looking for individuals who share our vision of a world where all children and young people with additional needs and disabilities are fully included in their communities. Whether you're an experienced Trustee or looking to take your first step into governance, your contribution could be life-changing for the children we support and for their families.
About the Role
The Charity Secretary plays a key part in supporting the governance and smooth running of our Board, including.
- Liaising with the chair in arranging meetings, agendas and papers, taking minutes and administration of meetings and record keeping.
- Assisting with the induction of new trustees.
- Coordinate and organise other meetings as required, such as AGMs and EGMs.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are looking for candidates who have good organisation and IT skills, are committed to supporting our unique, inclusion charity and want to make a difference.
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To find out more about these exciting opportunities and how to apply, please visit our website
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YMCA Essex seeks two new Trustees to help shape brighter futures for young people across the county.
Location: Chelmsford
Time commitment: 1 day per month
Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 3rd November
YMCA Essex is a much-loved local charity supporting thousands of children, young people and families every year through youth clubs, childcare, supported accommodation and family services. Their mission is simple but powerful: building lives, hope and futures.
YMCA Essex is part of the world’s oldest and largest youth movement: an inclusive Christian charity working with people of all faiths and people of none. For nearly 150 years, they have supported local communities across Essex, providing safe places, positive activities, role models and mentors for young people, and helping families through difficult times.
Guided by their values, Kindness, Fairness, Professionalism, Perseverance and Joy, they believe every person is unique and should have the chance to develop their full potential in mind, body and spirit.
They are now looking for two new Trustees to join their friendly, committed Board. This is an exciting moment to get involved as they expand their reach across Essex, develop new services, and embark on a transformational redevelopment of their Chelmsford base.
If you share their values and their passion for giving young people the best possible start in life, and you’re ready to bring your skills, ideas and energy to a collaborative Board, they would love to hear from you.
Who we are
YMCA Essex has been serving local communities since 1877. Today, they work with 2,000–3,000 young people each year through supported housing, youth groups, childcare, family support and wellbeing services.
They are part of the YMCA Federation, one of the largest youth-focused charities in the world, reaching 64 million people in 122 countries. YMCA Essex is a Christian charity, inspired by faith, hope and love, and welcoming people of all faiths and none.
At the heart of their work is the belief that every young person deserves the chance to belong, contribute and thrive. Whether it’s providing a safe home, running holiday clubs and youth sessions, supporting young carers, or offering counselling in schools, they are trusted partners helping young people unlock their potential.
About the role
As a Trustee, you’ll have the chance to shape YMCA Essex’s strategy and support its senior leadership team as they grow services, strengthen governance, and champion their mission in the community.
You might draw on your experience of:
- Leading teams or organisations, and offering strategic insight.
- Supporting and constructively challenging senior colleagues.
- Bringing sound judgement around governance, finance, or risk.
- Acting as an advocate or ambassador in your community or professional networks.
You will:
- Join quarterly Board meetings and sit on either the Finance or Governance Committee.
- Contribute around 4 hours a month, including occasional events.
- Support the CEO and leadership team as a trusted adviser and sounding board.
- Champion and celebrate the staff and volunteers who bring their mission to life.
As a Trustee, you will help YMCA Essex deliver on their mission, ensuring their services make the greatest possible difference.
Who we are looking for
YMCA Essex welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds who share its values and commitment to helping young people thrive.
The Board is particularly keen to hear from those with experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Fundraising, marketing, or communications
- Property, capital projects or stakeholder engagement
- Digital or operational leadership
- Finance or commercial management
Beyond technical skills, the Board is looking for Trustees who are:
- Collaborative, empathetic and confident in contributing to debate
- Essex-based and community-minded
- Comfortable representing YMCA Essex at events and in the community
- Willing to commit time outside meetings to support and advise the senior team
You might be a first-time trustee or bring leadership experience from another setting. What matters most is your enthusiasm for their mission and values, and your willingness to contribute your time, skills and perspective.
First-time trustees are very welcome, and full induction and ongoing support will be provided.
If you care deeply about building stronger, kinder, more hopeful communities, we would love to hear from you.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 3rd November.
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Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting Tullie to recruit up to four new Trustees to its Board including a successor to the Chair.
Tullie is one of the UK’s leading independent museums. It has been a vital community asset since 1893. The museum welcomes over 200,000 visitors through its doors every year and is recognised for its first-class visitor service and has a national reputation for the quality of its award-winning exhibitions and learning programmes.
It is one of the most significant museums in the north-west and has been run as an independent charitable trust since May 2011. Tullie has embarked on an ambitious, phased capital development programme - Project Tullie. It has now completed the first two phases and will be commencing the third phase in Autumn 2025. The Project is planned to continue over the next 10-years and will transform the museum and surrounding buildings into a welcoming and contemporary space fit for the next 100 years.
Tullie is looking for four new trustees to provide strategic and inspirational leadership to the charity as it seeks further growth and delivery of its charitable objectives.
The museum is seeking applicants with experience and/or skills in the following areas:
- Curatorial / Museum Leadership
- Finance
- Fundraising
- Digital / Marketing
- Education
What Tullie needs:
- A commitment to understanding and supporting the Museum’s mission.
- Strategic vision; good, independent judgment.
- Ability to think creatively and willingness to speak your mind.
- Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship.
- Active role in fundraising (national and international opportunities) and sharing support for the charity through personal and professional networks.
- An interest and passion in environmental issues.
- Someone who can become Chair.
- Someone who has an interest in or connection to Cumbria would be desirable.
Time commitment:
- A minimum of four board meetings per annum in person (currently taking place on a Friday afternoon).
- Annual Board awayday in person.
- Attendance on at least one committee, which is likely to be four meetings per annum (depending on the committee, these maybe online).
- Attendance of at least one quarterly meeting of our Community Board (this may be online).
Remuneration: This is a voluntary position & as such does not pay a salary. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Term of office: an initial 3-year term.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 31st October 2025
Please see the attached Recruitment Brief with details on how to apply.
For an informal and confidential conversation about the position, please contact Nick Shanks – via the apply button.
Both Tullie and Harris Hill operate an equal opportunity policy and commit to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
