Trustee
- Posted by Keighley Healthy Living on 22nd April 2026
- Part time
- Keighley
What we’re looking for in a Trustee
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and life experiences. You don’t need previous trustee experience – what matters most is your commitment to our mission and your willingness to support the community.
- We are seeking candidates with experience of any of the following:
- Experience in organisational or strategic development
- Experience within the health sector
- Knowledge of, or lived experience within, the local community
- Grant‑funding or corporate partnership experience
- A finance background
- Strong I.T. and systems skills
- A passion for improving health and wellbeing
Role Description
Duties – Main Responsibilities
- Actively contribute to the Board of Trustees by helping shape KHL’s strategic direction, setting overall policy, defining
organisational goals, and reviewing the effectiveness of our services. - Ensure that KHL complies with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including its constitution, charity law, employment
law, data protection legislation, and insurance obligations. - Ensure that robust processes, procedures, and policies are in place to protect KHL from non‑compliance and to uphold our
governing documents. - Oversee and be accountable for monitoring the delivery of all legal obligations and ensuring that agreed outcomes are met.
- Work alongside the Chief Officer to monitor and safeguard KHL’s resources – including finances, property, and staff.
- Ensure that KHL maintains appropriate insurance to cover all reasonable liabilities.
- Ensure that effective systems are in place to support, supervise, and manage staff and volunteers.
Other General Duties
- Act in the best interests of KHL at all times
- Champion and promote the work of KHL
- Commit to working collaboratively as part of a team
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
- Uphold and promote best practice in equality, diversity and inclusion
- Attend relevant training and meetings as required
- Attend board meetings, read papers in advance, scrutinise information and actively contribute to discussions
- Declare any conflicts of interest when carrying out trustee duties
How to Apply
To express your interest for this position, please visit our website Become a KHL Trustee – Keighley Healthy Living and complete our online application form.
Job Details
- Hours: 1-2 per week
- Closing Date: 01/06/2026
- Payment Schedule: Other
- Contact Name: Stacey Campbell
- Contact Email: recruitment@khl.org.uk
- Interview Date: 15/06/2026
Supporting Documents
About Keighley Healthy Living
About KHL
We are a trusted, award‑winning charity dedicated to improving physical, mental and maternal health. For nearly 25 years, we have worked to reduce isolation, tackle health inequalities and strengthen connections between local people and the wider health system. Last year alone, we supported 5,790 individuals through more than 50 weekly groups, classes, workshops and one‑to‑one coaching sessions designed to help people live healthier, happier lives.Our work spans the life course – from new parents and babies to older adults facing loneliness, long‑term health conditions or barriers to healthcare. We pride ourselves on being inclusive and accessible, ensuring that cost, culture or circumstance never prevent someone from getting support.
Based in the heart of Keighley, our welcoming centre provides a safe, friendly space where people can connect, grow and improve their wellbeing. As a trusted community anchor, we bridge the gap between clinical and community care, creating effective pathways that improve outcomes for individuals while also supporting a more efficient, joined‑up health system.
Through strong partnerships with community organisations, GP practices, NHS teams and local authorities, we empower individuals, build community resilience and champion the ambition that has guided us for many years.
- Scott Street, Scott Street, Keighley
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