Trustee (Youth Work) Full Time NEW

Company Description

For many young people, picking up from where they left off before cancer is not possible. When treatment ends our work begins. We inspire young people aged 8-24 to believe in a brighter future through free sailing and outdoor adventures.

Role Description

We are seeking a trustee who brings strong experience in youth work and is motivated to use their knowledge and insight to support a charitable organisation at board level. This is a strategic governance role, focused on insight, challenge and foresight, rather than day‑to‑day operational delivery.

This role is about strategic oversight, governance and future‑focused thinking. You will help ensure the organisation is asking the right questions about how it engages, supports and empowers young people, and how it continues to deliver meaningful impact. You may support the Board in shaping priorities relating to youth programmes, safeguarding, participation and emerging needs, but this is not an operational role. You will not be expected to deliver services or manage staff, nor will you be a substitute for paid staff or external partners.

We would love to hear from you if…

• You have senior‑level experience in youth work, youth development, education, or services for young people gained in the private, public or voluntary sector.

• You are adept at thinking strategically about youth engagement and support, helping us to improve our impact, reach and relevance for young people.

• You can share your understanding of good practice in youth work, including safeguarding, inclusion, participation and supporting diverse needs.

• You have experience of bringing the voice and lived experience of young people into decision‑making, and can help ensure their perspectives inform our strategy.

• You have the confidence to provide constructive challenge and act as a trusted adviser to the Board and senior leadership team.

• You are motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people who are living through and beyond cancer and comfortable making decisions that determine the course the charity takes.