Trustee Location: Cannock, Staffordshire (Hybrid – UK-based applicants only) Time commitment: Minimum 4 board meetings/year occasional involvement Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed) Closing date: 31 October 2025 About The Charity As one of the UK’s leading charities providing essential specialist equipment to children with disabilities,The Charity is dedicated to making life better - for the families they serve, and for the people who help them to make that happen. Through grants and emergency equipment loans, they ensure children get the vital equipment they need, when they need it, while their free nurse helpline offers crucial support and information – as well as a listening ear. Their campaigns help to give children with disabilities and their families a voice, advocating for change to benefit the families they serve. And they support adults with additional needs with volunteering and employment opportunities, providing an introduction to the workplace and a means for career development. Across the whole of the charity, their teams are crucial to their success – it’s not just a job; here you’ll be helping them to change lives every day. They’re now seeking new Trustees to strengthen their Board and help shape the future of their vital work. Who we’re looking for They welcome applications from individuals with a strong commitment to inclusion, equity, and their mission. They are particularly interested in candidates who bring expertise in one or more of the following areas: Retail & Commercial – helping them grow and develop their network of charity shops and enterprise initiatives. Digital Systems & Infrastructure – supporting digital transformation, data management, and IT governance. Disability – lived or professional experience of disability, access and inclusion. Children’s Services – knowledge of child development, safeguarding, or children’s policy. Previous trustee or governance experience is welcome but not essential. They offer support and induction for all new trustees. Trustee responsibilities Attend and contribute to quarterly Board meetings (hybrid format, with at least one in-person meeting in Cannock annually) Provide strategic direction and oversight Uphold good governance and regulatory compliance Contribute to committees or working groups aligned with your expertise Act as an ambassador for the charity, upholding their values and promoting their work Trustees are expected to dedicate time to meeting preparation, email communications, and occasional events, equating to roughly 1–2 hours per month outside of meetings. Why join them? This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of disabled children and their families. You’ll contribute to meaningful change, work alongside passionate and skilled colleagues, and help guide a respected national charity into its next chapter. How to apply To apply, please email your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your interest and relevant experience by 31 October 2025. Informal conversations with the Chair can be arranged upon request. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a virtual interview and a visit to meet the team and learn more about their work. REF-223 793