Position Description

We are looking for at least two new members to join our Board of Trustees, a group of people who lead the charity and decide how it is run. We are specifically seeking passionate and strategic thinkers with expertise in one of the following: fundraising, marketing, communications, or law.

Trustees will act as a sounding board and strategic advisors to the CEO and the senior leadership team, helping us to diversify our income streams, amplify our reach, operate transparently and in the public interest, and ensure our vital messaging cuts through the noise.

Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a highly respected charity making a tangible difference in the lives of children and young people across the UK. You will join a welcoming, dedicated board of professionals and have the chance to use your skills for to make a real difference.

Commitment to Diversity
Childnet is committed to building a trustee board that values diverse perspectives and experiences, reflecting the communities and young people we serve. We welcome applications from everyone, but would particularly like to hear from women, those from diverse ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ people, younger people and disabled people, who are currently underrepresented on our board.

Don’t worry if you haven’t had experience of being a trustee or board member before. We will offer you support and training to help you to undertake your role. We are most interested in hearing from applicants who are passionate about Childnet’s mission and values, and even if you don’t feel like you meet all of the outlined skills, we would still love to hear from you.

Selection Criteria

What We Are Looking For
You do not need prior experience as a Trustee to apply, but we are particularly interested in receiving applications from people who have demonstrable experience in at least one of the following areas:

Fundraising Expertise:

• Experience in developing and executing income generation strategies.
• Knowledge of corporate partnerships, major donor cultivation, or digital fundraising.
• The ability to guide the team in identifying new funding opportunities to ensure long-term financial sustainability.

Marketing & Communications Expertise:

• A strong background in public relations, brand positioning, or digital marketing.
• Experience in designing high-impact campaigns that drive engagement and behaviour change.
• The ability to help us reach diverse audiences – from children and young people, to parents, carers, educators, and policymakers.

Legal Expertise:

• A strong legal background, and understanding of a broad range of legal fields relevant to both the operation and focus area of the charity.
• The ability to bring legal expertise to the Board, for example, by providing and communicating a legal perspective in a clear, practical manner to fellow trustees, supporting informed decision-making.
• The ability to support good governance, helping the charity to operate transparently and in the public interest.

General Trustee Qualities:

• A strong commitment to Childnet’s mission, values, and the empowerment of young people.
• Strategic vision, independent judgment, and a willingness to speak your mind.
• A commitment to understanding the duties and responsibilities of a charity trustee, for which full training will be provided.

How to Apply

Still got questions?
If you have any questions about the role, the process, or the Childnet Trustee Board, please do reach out by email to Sharon (s[email protected]) who will be able to help.

To apply, please send your CV along with a short cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining why you are interested in joining Childnet, how you would meet the general trustee qualities and how your specific experience in fundraising, marketing, communications, or law will add value to our board. Please send to [email protected] by 9am of Tuesday 12th May.