Tees Valley Together CIO
Volunteer Trustee(s) – Help Shape the Next Chapter of Tees Valley Together
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Volunteer Trustee(s) – Help Shape the Next Chapter of Tees Valley Together
About Tees Valley Together
Tees Valley Together (TVT) is a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) based in Hemlington, Middlesbrough. We exist to prevent and relieve poverty by providing practical support, building community resilience and bringing people together.
Since being founded in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have grown into a trusted community charity supporting local people through initiatives including our Eco Shop, Home from Home, Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme, Warm Welcome sessions, Uniform Exchange and wider community development projects.
Our approach is simple—we work with communities, not to them. We listen first, strengthen what already exists and develop services alongside residents and partners to create lasting change.
Our ambition is to become the recognised community anchor organisation for Hemlington before sharing this approach across other communities in Middlesbrough and the wider Tees Valley.
About the Opportunity
Tees Valley Together is entering an exciting new phase of organisational development.
We are now looking for new Trustees who want to help guide the charity through this next chapter.
This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a clear strategic direction, ambitious plans and a genuine commitment to community-led development.
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What You’ll Do
As a Trustee, you will work collectively with the Board to:
- Provide strategic leadership and effective governance.
- Ensure the charity remains focused on its charitable purpose and community impact.
- Support the delivery of the agreed organisational development programme.
- Oversee financial sustainability, risk management and legal compliance.
- Hold the Chief Executive Officer to account while providing support and constructive challenge.
- Champion the charity within your networks and help build new partnerships.
- Help ensure Tees Valley Together remains financially sustainable and positioned for future growth.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for people who share our values and are excited by the future direction of Tees Valley Together.
Previous trustee experience is welcome but not essential.
We value people who bring:
- Strategic thinking.
- Good judgement.
- A collaborative approach.
- Curiosity and a willingness to ask constructive questions.
- A commitment to community-led development.
- An understanding of the difference between governance and operational management.
We are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in:
- Human Resources
- Charity Governance
- Strategic Fundraising and Income Generation
- Finance or Accountancy
- Business Leadership
- Community Development
- Legal or Regulatory Compliance
- Organisational Change
- Marketing and Communications
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We also recognise the value of lived experience and encourage applications from people who understand the communities we serve.
Our Commitment
The strategic direction of Tees Valley Together has already been established and implementation has begun.
We are looking for trustees who are inspired by this vision and who want to help strengthen and deliver it through effective governance, independent judgement and collaborative leadership.
You will be joining a Board that is helping shape the next chapter of an organisation with clear ambitions, strong community roots and an exciting future.
Time Commitment
This is a voluntary role.
We anticipate a commitment of approximately:
- Four Board meetings each year (2–3 hours)
- Occasional sub-group meetings aligned to your skills and experience
- Preparation for meetings and review of Board papers
- Attendance at occasional community events where possible
- Acting as an ambassador for Tees Valley Together
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to join Tees Valley Together at a defining moment in our journey.
The foundations have been built.
The vision is clear.
The next chapter has already begun.
If you want to help shape the future of a growing, community-led charity and make a lasting difference to the lives of local people, we’d love to hear from you.
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