Chair of Trustees in United Kingdom

Job description

Chair of Trustees - Volunteer Role

Are you a visionary leader passionate about youth empowerment and mental health?

REACH Minds is seeking an exceptional Chair to lead our Board of Trustees and guide our charity through its foundational phase. As a youth-led organisation, we're looking for someone who can champion young people's voices while providing strategic leadership and governance expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

Support charity establishment: Help with charity registration, constitution development, and initial setup Provide inspirational leadership to the Board of Trustees

Ensure effective governance and strategic direction Champion our youth-led approach and values

Build relationships with key stakeholders including healthcare providers, funders, and youth organisations Support the recruitment and development of trustees and young ambassadors

Act as a spokesperson and ambassador for REACH Minds Chair board meetings and ensure effective decision-making

Support the Founder and senior staff in achieving organisational objectives

Oversee the development of initial policies and procedure

Person Specification:

Proven leadership experience at board/senior management level

Commitment to youth empowerment and mental health advocacy Understanding of charity governance and trustee responsibilities

Experience with charity setup and registration processes

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Time Commitment:

Initial setup phase: Additional time for registration and setup

Monthly board meetings

Quarterly strategy sessions

Approximately 10-15 hours per month

Apply by November 30th 2025

https://forms.office.com/r/BxE18XRa5W

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

United Kingdom

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

30-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English