At a glance

Skills

Campaigning
Copywriting / Journalism
Event management
Marketing strategy
Public relations
Social media marketing
Governance
Strategic development and planning

Where

London, NW5 2BP

Mainly at the office

Travel limit? Trustees should live in or near Camden or Islington

Time

Mostly outside office hours Estimate of time needed:
1-3 hours / week Our board meets 6 times a year, at in person meetings 6pm-8pm in our office in Kentish Town

Deadline

11 May 2025

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To apply for this role, and any other on our platform, you need to be based in the UK, have at least three years of experience using the skills you wish to volunteer in a professional capacity or have lived experience (for trustee roles). Read more about our criteria.

A trustee with up-to-date marketing and comms experience and knowledge to join the Board and help deliver our objectives. You will be the lead trustee in terms of applying your individual strengths to help guide our marketing and comms strategy.

What will you be doing?

The contribution of trustees to the work of Home-Start is varied and challenging, as well as being hugely rewarding. Guiding staff and home-visiting volunteers, they are an essential element in delivering life-changing support to families in the community.    

Home-Start trustees should expect to spend around 2-6 hours a month on their duties. It’s an important role, carrying legal and financial responsibilities, which will require time and commitment.

You will receive a thorough induction, access to a national Home-Start UK intranet full of information and guidance, and the continuing support of staff and your fellow trustees.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a trustee with up-to-date marketing and comms experience and knowledge.

Responsibilities

Providing leadership and direction within the ethos and values of Home-Start charities.
Ensuring that the scheme has a clear mission, vision and strategic direction and is focussed on achieving these 
Ensuring that the scheme complies with all legal and regulatory requirements, the objects of the charity, the governing documents including the Home-Start Standards and Methods of Practice and the Agreement and quality standards
Securing and acting as guardians of the scheme’s assets 
Ensuring that the scheme’s governance is of the highest possible standard, including by appointing sub-committees and agreeing their terms of reference
Ensuring the financial stability of the scheme and that proper accounting records are kept 
Ensuring that the major risks to which the scheme is exposed are reviewed annually and managed 
Ensuring the scheme fulfils its responsibilities as a good employer and is an effective manager and supervisor of staff and volunteers 
Safeguarding the good name and ethos of Home-Start.

Duties

Attending and participating in meetings of trustees including sitting on committees.
Supporting the development of the organisation’s strategy.
Working with the other members of the trustee board to ensure the effective administration of the charity, that it is compliant with all relevant regulations and is managing its finances and investments appropriately.
Commitment to the scheme. 
Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort. 
Ability to be creative and think strategically. 
Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship. 
Commitment to the seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.

What difference will you make?

Home-Start Camden & Islington is a grass roots charity providing vital practical and emotional support to families with diverse backgrounds, cultures and life experiences in Camden and Islington who are vulnerable or struggling to cope with challenging circumstances during the integral early years of their children’s lives.

A vibrant and dynamic charity, Home-Start Camden & Islington has a great reputation in the local community. We have a committed and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees. It is an exciting time for HSC&I; having been established in Camden since 1995, and then expanded into the neighbouring borough of Islington.

Before you apply

Please apply via the Reach platform, with a short message about why you would like to apply for the role.

About Home Start Camden & Islington

Causes

Children / families

Organisation type:

Charity

Home-Start Camden & Islington, is a grass roots charity that support and empowers parents with children under the age of five in the London boroughs of Camden & Islington. We are...

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