The Awen Project
Board Trustee
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Voluntary Role | UK based | Make a real difference to children and young people’s lives
About Us
The Awen Project is a community driven charity, passionate about alternative education, giving children who slip through the cracks of the mainstream educational system the chance to learn, grow and thrive. We are creative, collaborative and democratic in how we work and we're looking for two new trustees to help guide our next chapter.
Who We're Looking For
We currently have two specific opportunities to join our Board of Trustees:
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A Trustee with Fundraising Experience
- Someone who understands the fundraising landscape, whether through grants, trusts, corporate partnerships, community fundraising or events and can help us build a sustainable and diverse income base.
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A Trustee with High Net Worth Networks
- Someone who is either high net worth themselves or has strong connections within HNW circles, and who can help us build meaningful relationships to support the charity's longterm growth.
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Alongside these specific skills, all our trustees share a passion for alternative education and a belief that every child deserves the chance to learn in a way that works for them. We're looking for people who are confident making decisions and comfortable stepping into a leadership role, while still valuing a collaborative, democratic way of working. We are a community that care deeply about each other and the Village that we have created - so although the time commitment to this role is relatively low - we hope that you can give passion and energy to the project.
What Does Being a Trustee Involve?
Being a trustee is a voluntary role, but it comes with real responsibility; trustees are legally responsible for the governance and oversight of the charity. In return, you'll have a genuine say in shaping the future of an organisation making a tangible difference to children's lives.
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Time Commitment:
- Quarterly trustee meetings (required)
- Occasional additional or special meetings as needed
- Visibility at events or activities when practical
What We Offer:
- Full induction and training
- Reasonable expenses covered
- The chance to be part of a warm, creative and genuinely community driven charity
Who Can Apply?
To become a trustee, you must:
- Be a UK resident
- Be aged 18 or over
- Not be disqualified from acting as a charity trustee
- Never have been declared bankrupt or disqualified from acting as a company director
How to Apply
Please send your CV along with a short covering email telling us a bit about yourself and why you'd like to join us to:
Application deadline: 31st August 2026
Sifting and interviews will take place during September 2026 (exact dates to be confirmed).
We can't wait to hear from you.
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