We are expanding our Board of Trustees and are looking for people who want to use their expertise to make a lasting difference.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for a new Trustee, particularly as a new Treasurer, to join our Board at an exciting time of growth and change.
Our existing Treasurer will be stepping down in a year’s time, in November 2027, providing a generous transition period for the successful candidate.
We are particularly seeking people with experience in business development or commissioning, or fundraising professionals with expertise in trusts and foundations or corporate partnerships.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape our future. Whether you bring professional skills or lived experience, your perspective will help us grow, innovate, and continue making a lasting impact.
Why become a trustee?
Our amazing team of trustees play a very important role in making sure that our charity is provides the best services for the people we support.
Becoming a Trustee is a chance to use your professional skills to create lasting change.
As a Trustee, you will:
– Help shape the future of our charity
– Improve outcomes for the people we support
– Develop strategic leadership
– Work alongside a committed and passionate Board
– Give something back using the skills you’ve built throughout your career
Who will you be helping?
For over 150 years we’ve been championing and caring for people with disabilities, autism and complex health needs. And providing life-changing care and support for looked-after children and care-experienced people.
Today we’re one of the North West’s leading disability, education and care charities. We help children, adults, parents and carers, delivering individual care, support and education to thousands of people and their families each year.
We’re proud to offer warm and nurturing homes for children and young people. We help them grow their independence and shape their own story. All while regaining a sense of belonging.
Every child deserves a chance to learn and space to thrive. That’s why we break down barriers to education for all young people, helping them learn and grow at their own pace. Because the right education can change lives.
We offer a range of flexible services for adults with disabilities or complex health needs. We put our services at the heart of local communities, making sure everyone has a chance to thrive. Whether that’s helping people to live independently, or creating spaces to learn, work and play.
We’ve helped a lot of families over the years, and we know that every family is different. That’s why our support services are shaped around not just the individual but the whole family. We work with you to understand and achieve your aspirations for a happy and fulfilled future. Because transforming family life helps children thrive.
Our friendly and experienced team slot right in with existing school teams and support colleagues. And we tailor our wide range of therapeutic support and training to suit students’ needs.
The people we support tell us that they face daily discrimination, hardship and barriers. And the impact of harsh austerity measures roll on. Things must change. Every day, we listen and learn from the people we support so we can work together for change.
Our board of trustees
Our Board is responsible for agreeing the strategic direction of the charity, setting the budgetary framework and deciding upon major undertakings. Responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the Trust is delegated to Mel Dunn, our Chief Executive, who reports to the Trustees on a regular basis. This ensures that our Trustees have all the information they need to monitor progress and agree any strategic or budgetary adjustments which may become necessary.
Our Board is responsible for setting the Strategic Direction of the Trust and is committed to finding innovative ways of improving how the charity works
We have recently launched our new five-year plan including a new mission, vision, values and aims.
How to become a Trustee with us
If you are interested in finding out more about the role and whether it would feel right for you, we would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have.
Contact us at ceoffice@togethertrust.org.uk if you decide that you would like to go ahead and apply to join us as a Trustee, our process includes the following steps:
Application: Apply here by Monday 31 August 2026.
Interviews: These will take place in September at our Cheadle office. We are
happy to arrange interviews for shortlisted candidates outside office
hours.
More questions: Contact us on 0161 283 4848 or email volunteer@togethertrust.org.uk
