Trustees' Week 2026
It's Trustees' Week! At CVS Bedfordshire, we're celebrating the amazing contribution trustees make to charities and communities.
Being a trustee is a rewarding opportunity to develop new skills, gain valuable experience, make a difference and help shape the future of local organisations.
We have a range of trustee opportunities listed on our system, so why not take a look and find a role that's right for you?
Carers in Bedfordshire
We are seeking a trustee with experience in one or more of the following areas: commercial property development, planning and construction projects, architecture or sustainable building design, commercial real estate, business growth and investment planning, or financial modelling and commercial strategy.
Trustee Adult social care, respite and CQC expertise
As part of our long-term vision to increase the support available to unpaid carers, we are looking for a trustee with experience in one or more of the following areas: adult social care services, respite care provision, day services or community-based care, Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration, compliance or inspection, or the development, management or governance of regulated care services.
We are seeking a trustee with senior HR, organisational development or employment relations experience who can provide strategic support and guidance to the Board and senior leadership team.
Sight Concern Bedfordshire
We are seeking enthusiastic, collaborative and committed trustees to join our board. You do not need prior board or trustee experience. We value your passion, fresh perspective, and motivation to making a tangible difference. In turn, we are offering an opportunity to contribute, learn and develop.
Headway Luton
The Board of Trustee’s main role is to ensure that Headway Luton meets its legal duties, remains solvent and is well run. We set the strategic direction of the organisation and support the management team with the implementation of agreed operational objectives.
Friends for Life
Trustee (fundraising background)
Friends for Life Bedfordshire is charity that provides a unique befriending service to improve the lives of lonely, socially isolated older residents in Bedford’s care homes. We are looking to appoint a trustee with a professional background in charity and third sector fundraising.
Grantscape
GrantScape is seeking to appoint two new Trustees to join and strengthen our Board. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain or further develop board-level experience while contributing to the governance of a respected and well-established charity.
Emmaus Village Carlton
To ensure Emmaus Village Carlton pursues its charitable purposes, adheres to its principles and values and works strategically towards the benefit of its beneficiaries and the public and complies with its governing documents, Charity and Company Law, financial responsibilities and other statutory and relevant legislations and regulations.
Friends of Bedfordshire Youth Music
Trustee (Marketing & Social Media)
Trustees can expect to spend up to five hours per month on preparation, meetings and occasional attendance at events or concerts. Board meetings take place approximately six times per year, which may be a mix of F2F, online, or hybrid.
Trustees are appointed for three years. Trustees may reapply at the end of their term.
BAKO Sanctuary C.I.C.
We are seeking a trustworthy, community-minded finance volunteer with specific knowledge of the non-profit or social enterprise sector. As a growing CIC, accurate financial tracking is essential to maintaining our compliance and securing future funding. This role is a fantastic opportunity to directly support a grassroots mission while applying your specialised sector skills.
Respite at Home Volunteers - West Mid Beds and Ivel Valley
Chair for Respite at Home Volunteers
Respite at Home Volunteers is seeking a Chair to lead our charity, which provides vital support to people living with life-threatening illnesses and their carers. The Chair will provide leadership to the Board of Trustees in setting the organisation’s strategy and policies, as well as chairing and facilitating board meetings to ensure effective discussion, decision-making and governance.
Icknield Way Association
The main role of the Chairperson is to oversee the direction of the organisation and our volunteers. We also want to find someone who will be a proactive contact for the IWA and its aims, helping to promote the Icknield Way in meetings with other organisations. As well as being comfortable leading meetings, our ideal Chairperson will be passionate about seeking National Trail status for the Icknield Way and the Great Chalk Way, and have time to work with our Executive Committee and take on a share of the annual workload.
Homestart Bedfordshire
Trustees Home-start Bedfordshire
Normal Trustee duties including Marketing Experience, Fundraising, Business skills and Local Council Knowledge. To attend 6 meetings per year.
Brickhill Scout Group
Brickhill Scouts is a charity dedicated to providing activities and opportunities that broaden the experiences of young people. Our Board of Trustees is a small team responsible for overseeing the group, meeting every other month to discuss administration, maintenance and future planning. We are looking for someone who is interested in joining these meetings, contributing to discussions and acting as an additional point of contact for the group.
Headway Bedford
Directors/Trustees - No pay - Huge Rewards!
Headway Bedford is a charitable, limited company, affiliated to Headway - the brain injury association. We exist to support and rehabilitate people with acquired brain injuries and their carers in the Mid and North Bedfordshire area. We now need some additional volunteers to join our Board of Trustees.
Leighton Buzzard Mencap
To act as a Trustee of Leighton Buzzard Mencap (LBM), an independent registered charity affiliated to Royal Mencap. To work with other Trustees monitoring the operation of LBM and shaping forward strategy, with particular focus on establishing funding channels to ensure its long term future.
Bedford and Ouse Valley Scouts
District Secretary - Bedford & Ouse Valley District Scouts
A District Secretary helps the team that oversee groups in the area by assisting the District Chair to support the functions of the District Board of Trustees. The Secretary provides administrative support, keeps records, provides
