Charity Trustee

About this Opportunity

Overview:

Emmaus Leicestershire & Rutland is seeking new trustees to help support and guide our Hinckley-based homelessness charity.

Organisation:

Emmaus Leicestershire & Rutland

Address:

The Emporium, Stockwell Head, Hinckley

LE10 1RG

Location:

Hybrid

About the organisation:

Our charity provides a home and work opportunities for people who have experienced homelessness, in the Leicestershire and Rutland area. We raise funds by running our Emporium charity shop in Hinckley. We work across the Leicestershire and Rutland area, and have been helping people who have been homeless or at risk of homelessness since 2012. We offer a home We currently have space to accommodate up to 16 people at our accommodation in Hinckley, Leicestershire. Everyone has their own bedroom, and we have several shared living spaces and a large garden area. We provide meals, clothing and toiletries. We offer work opportunities The people we support, known as companions, actively participate in daily activities. They can gain new skills and boost self-confidence in a welcoming environment. Our companions help to run our charity shop, assist with furniture collections, and contribute to household tasks. All these activities help us continue by raising vital funds. We offer support and a new beginning Our dedicated support team works with each person according to their individual needs. There are plenty of training opportunities and there’s no time limit. Some people stay for a short while and others need a bit longer until they are ready to get back on their feet. We support people to move on when they feel ready to do so, helping them find accommodation and work.

Full Details:

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people who have experienced homelessness?

Emmaus Leicestershire & Rutland is looking for volunteer trustees to help guide our charity’s direction.

At Emmaus, we believe in offering more than just a home. We provide people with the support, training, and work opportunities they need to rebuild their lives.

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience and skills in the following areas:

Finance (you might consider the Treasurer role)
Social Care
Housing
HR
Fundraising
Business Operations, IT, Legal
Retail & Online Sales

If you’re ready to contribute your skills to a cause that truly matters, we invite you to get in touch. We have prepared a Candidate Pack which contains more details about the role, which we can send you. We look forward to hearing from you.

When and Where:

The board meets every six weeks at The Emporium (based in Hinckley) or via video where required.
Plus voluntary subgroup meetings and projects according to trustee’s interest, experience and availability.

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