Help shape the future of mental health support in North London Are you passionate about mental health and social justice? Do you want to use your skills and experience to make a meaningful impact in your community? A charity in Enfield and Barnet is seeking new Trustees to join our Board and help guide our next chapter of growth, innovation, and inclusion. About Us The charity is a fast-growing, values-led local mental health charity. Since our merger in 2021, we've expanded significantly - supporting over 5,000 people annually and growing our income to £2.19 million. We deliver a wide range of services including therapy, advocacy, wellbeing support, and culturally appropriate mental health provision. We are proudly Led by Lived Experience, with over 75% of our staff having personal experience of mental health challenges. Our work is grounded in five core values: Compassion Real Change Integrity Equity Empowerment The Role: Trustee As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in the governance and strategic direction of the charity. Your responsibilities will include: Setting the strategic direction of the charity and ensuring alignment with our mission and values Overseeing financial and operational performance, ensuring the charity remains solvent, well-run, and impactful Ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, including charity and company law Championing equity, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of our work Supporting and challenging the executive team, including the CEO, to deliver high-quality services Contributing to board meetings, sub-committees, and strategic planning sessions Promoting user involvement and ensuring the voice of lived experience is central to decision-making Who We're Looking For We welcome applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You do not need previous trustee experience - we'll support you with induction, training, and mentoring. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in areas such as: Health and social care Mental health lived experience Legal, safeguarding, or governance Digital innovation Fundraising and income generation Equality, diversity, and inclusion Community organising or local networks in Barnet or Enfield Above all, we're looking for people who are collaborative, values-driven, and committed to making a difference. Key Details Closing Date: Monday 30th June 2025, 5:00 p.m. To apply, please send a CV/Profile and a supporting statement answering the questions below (in text or video format) to seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk by 5pm on Monday 30th June 2025. You can download a copy of the job pack by following this link: Trustee-pack 1.Explain how your experience, skills and personal qualities make you a suitable candidate for this role. Refer to the role description and person specification 2.What experience of collective leadership do you have (either as a board member, or otherwise)? What role did you play in the team?