Trustee

Shape the Future of Inverclyde: Join The Newark Trust BoardGot a passion for Inverclyde and a drive to create real change? The Newark Trust is looking for enthusiastic new Trustees to help steer our funding and transform local lives.As a grant-making charity, we focus our resources where they matter most:Fighting Child PovertyAssisting Children & Young PeopleUpgrading Local Spaces via our Community Places FundNo Board Experience? No Problem.You don’t need a background in governance—we provide full training, a thorough induction, and ongoing support. What we care about most is your perspective, energy, and commitment to our community.We want a Board that reflects the people we serve. We particularly welcome applications from women (who are currently underrepresented on our Board) and individuals with lived or professional experience in:Local community & third-sector workTackling child poverty & supporting additional needsEducation & local lived insightThe Commitment6 meetings a year (rotating between in-person in Port Glasgow and online)1 annual strategy day plus occasional working groupsVisits to Inverclyde organisations that The Newark Trust supports