External Trustee

Job Description

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.

Trustee Opportunities Location: Hybrid – meetings held in person in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne and remotely Commitment: Voluntary Roles Available: Up to 4 Trustees

• Treasurer / Finance Lead
• HR Lead
• Fleet Lead
• Governance Lead

Closing date: Midday on 5 June 2026 An independent recruitment consultancy is supporting a regional cancer patient support charity in their search for up to four new Trustees to join their Board. The organisation is a dedicated charity providing free transport and support for cancer patients across the North East. Every day, its volunteers help people undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy travel safely and comfortably to hospital appointments, ensuring there are “No stress, No cost, No barriers” to treatment. With a highly visible fleet of ambulances, over 350 volunteers and a growing staff team led by a Chief Executive Officer, the charity has ambitious plans to strengthen partnerships with the NHS and expand its impact in the years ahead. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Board at a pivotal time in the organisation’s development and help shape the future of a charity delivering practical, compassionate support to people during one of the most difficult periods of their lives. About the Role As a Trustee, you will play an important role in shaping the strategic direction of the charity, ensuring strong governance, effective financial stewardship, and long-term sustainability. Trustees work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and fellow Board members to oversee performance, manage risk, safeguard the charity’s values and reputation, and support the delivery of high-quality services for patients, volunteers and staff. The Board usually meets once per month, with additional opportunities to contribute through subcommittees aligned to your area of expertise. Meetings are held on a hybrid basis. The charity is particularly interested in hearing from individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Finance and accountancy
• HR and people management
• Transport, fleet or operational management
• Governance, compliance or risk

The organisation is looking for people who can think strategically, challenge constructively, and bring a collaborative and values-led approach to Board discussions. Applications are welcomed from first-time trustees, individuals with lived experience, and people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form, where you will be asked to answer three questions:

• Why would you like to join the organisation as a Trustee, and how do your personal values align with its mission?
• What knowledge, abilities, and experience can you contribute to the Board’s collective skills? xwzovoh
• How would you add value to the Board and its work to support service users?

Key Dates Closing Date: Midday on 5 June 2026 Shortlisting: 8 June 2026 Interviews: Week commencing 15 June 2026, held in person in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne REF-228 514