Been There is seeking to recruit a Clinical trustee to join our board and chair our Clinical Advisory Board to provide clinical assurance and ensure the charity works from, and contributes to, the growing evidence base on the power of peer support.
About Been There
Been There is a growing UK charity that aims to unlock the powerful role peer support can play in supporting mental health across the nation. We provide a free, confidential Peer-to-Peer support for people over 18.
To-date, the service has connected 300 people (Mentees) struggling with body image challenges and eating disorders with vetted, trained and clinically supervised volunteer “Peer Mentors”.
We have an unwavering focus on the safety and wellbeing of our Mentors and Mentees and are deeply committed to maximising the impact of our service through iterative data-driven learning. We plan to expand our service to support people struggling with other challenges including, for example, anxiety, OCD, depression, and grief.
Please see the appendix, (from page 6-11), for more information about Been There, including our origin story and qualitative and quantitive feedback data.
The Roles:
Been There is seeking to recruit a:
Please see the recruitment pack below for full details and job specs for both the advisory board and clinical trustee. Clinical advisory board role can be applied for on a separate post.
About the role: Clinical Trustee:
We are seeking dedicated Clinical Trustee to join the Board and help shape the future and play an integral role in chairing and leading the Clinical Advisory Board. As a Trustee, you will be part of shaping the strategy, ensuring compliance, and supporting the charity's growth. These are hands-on roles for individuals ready to bring their skills and passion to a growing organisation.
We are looking for a passionate trustee who is eager to get involved, driven by our mission, and ready to help our small charity grow and create a meaningful impact.
Statutory Responsibilites:
Trustees will share responsibility for directing the affairs of Been There and help guide the charity’s governance, strategy, and financial oversight to ensure our mission thrives. Individuals will bring a willingness to engage beyond board meetings, to support growth and to commit 12–24 months as a trustee.
Expertise we are seeking:
Benefits of joining:
