Trustee

About Loose Ends Newbury

Loose Ends Newbury operates a drop-in centre five days a week, providing hot nutritious meals, food packages and wider support to homeless, lonely, vulnerable or financially struggling adults in our community. We also assist local families after school on a Monday. We typically see 20-30 people sit down to enjoy a hot meal. Last year, we supported some 350-400 adults, serving over 5,500 meals and providing over 2,300 parcels with toiletries and food essentials. We usually have 8 or more families including some 15 children on a Monday, serving some 1,100 meals.

We have some 60 volunteers supporting the sessions and working "behind the scenes". Please refer to our website for details www.looseendsnewbury.org. The charity has been in existence since 1990.

What skills do I need?

• Ability to communicate effectively with other trustees, members, and stakeholders.
• Good people skills who can encourage teamwork, problem-solving and decision making.
• A willingness to be proactive in leveraging their own expertise.
• A generosity of spirit and a willingness to ask questions.
• An ability to challenge current thinking in a constructive manner. 
• Ability to evaluate and interpret management information and other data/evidence.
• A familiarity with the charity's field of work would be beneficial but not essential.

When is this role available?

This is a flexible role available on various days/times.

Where does this role take place?