Trustee Opportunities

Job Description

Loneliness is a normal human emotion experienced by us all through different life events. For those that have good support networks around them, a hug, a text, a coffee can be enough to breakthrough the lies that say you are alone and it will pass, but sadly for many in Basildon who are socially isolated they need our practical help and support to find a way out of loneliness.   

Feeding the Family are a charity that helps the lonely people in Basildon in a tangible and practical way, offering a way out of loneliness through a programme that uses food as a tool and brings people into community. 

As a Trustee, you’ll work alongside a small, committed team to shape strategy, ensure financial stability, and safeguard our values, ensuring that every decision supports our mission to bring people out of isolation. Join us in building a community where no one feels alone. 

Person specification  

• A passion for building community 

• Good judgement and strategic thinking 

• A willingness to speak your mind and consider different perspectives 

• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship  

Here’s what that looks like in practice: 

• Keeping the charity focused on its purpose - Making sure everything we do aligns with our mission of tackling loneliness in Basildon through food and community.

• Following the rules - Ensuring we stick to our governing document, charity laws, and any other important regulations. 

• Using resources wisely - Making sure our funds and resources are spent in a way that directly benefits those we support. 

• Setting goals and measuring progress - Helping define what success looks like and checking that were on track. 

• Protecting our reputation and values - Representing the charity in a positive way and ensuring we uphold our mission and ethos. 

• Helping things run smoothly - Ensuring we have the right policies and procedures in place to operate effectively. 

• Looking after finances - Keeping an eye on our financial health to ensure the charity remains sustainable. 

• Supporting leadership - Overseeing the appointment and guidance of key team members, such as the Charities chief executive. 

• Attending meetings - Sharing ideas to inform decisions towards further developing strategic plans.

In addition to these responsibilities, you’ll bring your own skills and experience to help make well-informed decisions, provide fresh ideas, and support the team in meaningful ways. Whether reviewing plans, offering advice, or championing new initiatives, your involvement will shape the future of Feeding the Family and the people we serve. 

Who to contact

Please contact Keeley Scarborough 01268 207009 or email keeley@feedingthefamily.uk 

To find out more about Feeding the Family go to www.feedingthefamily.uk/volunteering