Looking for new trustees?
Finding the right trustees can help your organisation thrive. New board members bring fresh perspectives, valuable skills and stronger connections with the communities you serve.
Volunteer First helps charities and community organisations attract people who want to make a difference.
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Why recruit through Volunteer First?
Volunteer First helps organisations:
- Reach people interested in supporting local communities
- Recruit beyond existing networks
- Attract diverse skills and perspectives
- Strengthen governance and leadership
- Promote opportunities throughout Hampshire
Start with your board
Before recruiting, consider:
- Your organisation’s future plans
- Existing board strengths
- Skills gaps
- Diversity of perspectives
- Community representation
- Lived experience
Effective boards combine professional expertise with community insight.
Make your opportunity welcoming
Look beyond your existing contacts and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.
Explain:
- What your organisation does
- What trustees do
- Skills and experience sought
- Time commitment
- Meeting arrangements
- Appointment length
- Expenses and accessibility support
- How to apply or ask questions
Only ask for previous trustee experience where it is genuinely required.
Check before appointing
Follow your governing document and recruitment procedures.
You should:
- Obtain a declaration confirming candidates are not disqualified
- Complete any appropriate checks
- Discuss conflicts of interest
- Follow DBS guidance where relevant
Help new trustees settle in
Provide:
- A structured induction
- Key documents and policies
- Information about trustee responsibilities
- Mentoring opportunities
- Ongoing training and support
A positive induction helps trustees contribute more quickly and confidently.
Different organisations, different responsibilities
Legal duties vary according to organisational structure.
A board member of a non-charitable organisation is not automatically a charity trustee. Directors of charitable companies have responsibilities under both charity and company law.
Always ensure prospective board members understand their duties before appointment.
Useful guidance
- https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/governance/recruiting-inducting-and-supporting-trusteesNCVO: Recruiting, inducting and supporting trustees
This page provides introductory guidance and should not be relied upon as legal advice.
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Ready to recruit new trustees?
Volunteer First can help you connect with people who want to use their skills, experience and passion to support local organisations.
A well-promoted trustee opportunity can help you attract new perspectives, strengthen governance and increase your impact.
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