We’re looking for Trustees!
We have exciting opportunities for local people to join our Board of Trustees, and we’re specifically looking for someone with financial expertise to act as our Treasurer.
We are a community anchor organisation rooted in Barton Hill — and in 2026, we are proud to mark 115 years of presence in this area. We deliver family support, youth work, financial resilience advice, and health projects, and we have community buildings across two sites, reaching over 1500 people a year.
- What is a Board of Trustees?
A group made up of individual elected members who are Company Directors and Trustees of the charity. - What do they do?
Trustees support the running of the organisation and help to ensure that Wellspring Settlement works to its Vision and Values, and meets its aims and objectives. - Who can apply?
We aim for the majority of the Board of Trustees to be people from the local community. No previous experience is necessary to become a Trustee and support and training will be provided to enable people to take on the role. Our Treasurer role will ideally be filled by someone with a financial background in the charitable sector. - Will I receive any training?
New Trustees will be mentored by an experienced Trustee to support them in their first year and may also attend appropriate training. - What do I get?
Trustees are volunteers and should not be paid for their work, but can claim any ‘out of pocket’ expenses (e.g. travel, childcare).
You will build your skills, gain valuable insight into how a community charity operates, and contribute to building a strong dynamic community where everyone has a good quality life.
If you would like to apply, please read the documents below (only those interested in applying to become Treasurer need to read the additional info about this role) and return a completed application form to Sally Jobling. If you have any questions or would like to discuss becoming a Trustee, please get in touch with Sally Jobling or Beth Wilson. There is no closing date for applications.
You can also come along to our AGM to find out more about Wellspring Settlement and meet our other Trustees. We will be holding a celebration event on October 13th, marking 115 years since the opening of Barton Hill Settlement, and our AGM will run as part of this event.
Role Description – Board Member
