Trustee appointment

• Locations

  Wiltshire

• Salary

  Negotiable

• Sector

  Leadership, Leadership

• Type

  Contract / Interim

Trustee Appointment

Make a Difference. Change Lives. Join FearFree.

Role: Trustee
Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Accountable to: Board of Trustees
Based: Trowbridge, Wiltshire

At FearFree, we work tirelessly to break the cycle of domestic abuse, sexual violence, and stalking. Every day, we provide life-changing support to victims, survivors, and families across the Southwest. We empower individuals to rebuild their lives and help prevent future harm – ensuring long-term, sustainable change.
We are now seeking to bring complement our Board with dedicated and passionate Trustees who can play a key role in shaping our future.

Why Join Us?
As a Trustee, you’ll help steer our charity towards achieving its mission. You’ll be part of a team ensuring FearFree operates effectively, meets its strategic objectives, and continues delivering vital services to those who need them most.
We want our Board to reflect the diverse communities we serve. That’s why we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and experiences. If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, this could be the role for you.

What We’re Looking For

We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with expertise in:

• Finance & Audit – Qualified or qualified-by-experience accountants to provide oversight of financial management, SORP, and charity finances from the private or charity sector.
• Commissioning & Public Sector Funding – Understanding of how services are commissioned, particularly in areas such as domestic abuse, young people, and health services.
• Diversity & Inclusion – Passionate about equality and able to lead on EDI initiatives to create a more inclusive organisation.
• Safeguarding – Experience in safeguarding vulnerable individuals and ensuring best practices are upheld.
• Charity Law & Compliance – Knowledge of charity governance and legal frameworks.
• Fundraising & Digital Media – Skills in social media, digital campaigns, and fundraising to help grow our reach and impact.

We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds who are keen to bring fresh perspectives to our Board of Trustees.

Your Commitment

• Attend quarterly board meetings (virtual).
• Attend quarterly committee meetings (virtual).
• Participate in bi-annual strategy days.
• Be an advocate for FearFear, championing our mission and work.

What You’ll Gain

• The opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives.
• A chance to develop strategic leadership skills.
• The reward of being part of a dedicated, inspiring team.

Together, we can break the cycle of abuse.
If you share our passion for creating safer communities and want to play a vital role in our journey, we would encourage you to make an application.

For more information or to arrange an informal discussion, please get in touch with our retained consultant Will Worthington at Morgan Hunt.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 5th March 2025.

Apply today and help shape the future of FearFree.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual’s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.