Job Description

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. The work we do is truly life changing, you should join us on this mission. 

We are delighted to be opening up applications for a new member of our Board of Trustees. We are looking for people who will bring their energy and commitment to the role of trustee for School-Home Support. 

We are actively seeking, and will prioritise applications, from candidates who represent the communities we serve, both in terms of racial and ethnic diversity, and in terms of lived experience of the complex issues faced by the communities we serve. These issues include, but are not limited to: 

• overcrowded / poor housing;
• poverty; 
• physical disabilities
• various forms of abuse;
• young carer responsibilities;
• family bereavement. 

If you have skills and / or experience working in the following areas, we would love to hear from you:

• Human resources
• Fundraising
• Public affairs 

We are incredibly proud to be an organisation that puts equality, diversity and inclusion at the top of our agenda. We want our trustees and our team to reflect the diverse communities that we serve.

You do not need previous experience of being on a board to apply, and you do not need a certain level of educational qualification for this position. We will provide training opportunities for applicants who are new to trusteeship. 

To apply for the role please go to the role advert on our website, read our trustee information pack and apply via the link on page 6 of the pack. If you feel more comfortable doing so, you are welcome to film a short video explaining why you think you are a good fit for the role. Email this, along with your CV, to Anna Garlands, Senior Project Manager SHS.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  Please email Anna Garlands if you need any special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process.

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. All roles at SHS are subject to a DBS Check.