Trustee x3
- Posted by Education Alliance for Life Chances on 20th April 2026
- voluntary
- Part time
- Bradford
The Education Alliance for Life Chances (EALC) is seeking two new Trustees to join our Board at a pivotal moment as we deliver our 2026–2029 Strategic Plan.
EALC exists to ensure that every child in Bradford can grow up with genuine, equitable life chances. We act as the backbone organisation connecting schools, health services, children’s social care, policing, and the voluntary and community sector — strengthening the systems that shape children’s education, health, safety, and long term wellbeing.
Our strategic priorities focus on:
- SYSTEMS: Expanding School Health Hubs and strengthening collaboration between health and education
- PLACE: Growing Act Locally partnerships in areas of multiple disadvantage
- SCHOOLS: Leading system‑wide improvement in inclusion and early identification of SEND through the Electronic Development Support Passport
As a Trustee, you will help steward this mission, ensuring strong governance, sustainability, and disciplined implementation.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking individuals who bring prior experience of charity trusteeship or governance, alongside a commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.
We are particularly interested in candidates who can offer one or more of the following:
- Schools and Local Authority expertise — particularly senior leadership, SEND, safeguarding, inclusion, commissioning, or system‑level improvement
- Fundraising or income generation experience — particularly strategic fundraising, bid development, or philanthropic partnerships
- Legal expertise — charity law, governance, contracts, safeguarding, or regulatory compliance
- Human Resources expertise — workforce development, organisational culture, or people management
- A strong connection to the Bradford District — whether through lived experience, professional networks, or community leadership
We welcome applicants from all sectors, including education, health, voluntary and community organisations, business, and public services.
You do not need to have been a trustee before if you have equivalent governance experience — we will provide a full induction and ongoing support.
Role Description
Your responsibilities
Trustees will:
- Provide strategic oversight and ensure EALC delivers on its mission
- Uphold strong governance, safeguarding, and financial stewardship
- Support the Director and Partnership Board to deliver the 2026–2029 Strategic Plan
- Champion evidence‑led practice and cross‑sector collaboration
- Act as ambassadors for EALC across Bradford’s education, health, and community systems
What you will gain
- A meaningful leadership role improving life chances for children and young people
- Experience of system reform, collective impact, and cross‑sector governance
- The opportunity to shape a growing charity with a strong reputation and ambitious agenda
- A supportive, values‑driven Board committed to collaboration and innovation
How to Apply
To express interest, please submit:
- A short statement (max 2 pages) outlining your experience and motivation
- A CV or LinkedIn profile
Send to: kathryn@educationallianceforlifechances.org.uk
If you would like an informal conversation before applying, please contact: Kathryn Loftus, Director, Education Alliance for Life Chances
Closing date: Friday 29th May 2026
Key Dates
- Application deadline: Friday 29th May 2026
- Shortlisting: Tuesday 2nd June 2026
- Conversations: Monday 8th June 2026
- First Trustee Meeting: 11th June 2026 2pm – 3.30pm
Job Details
- Hours: variable per week
- Closing Date: 29/05/2026
- Payment Schedule: Other
- Job Salary: voluntary
- Contact Name: Kathryn
- Contact Email: kathryn@educationallianceforlifechances.org.uk
- Phone Number: 07980 656310
- Interview Date: 08/06/2026
Supporting Documents
About Education Alliance for Life Chances
Our Vision
For every child in Bradford to have good life chances.
Our Mission
To improve both the educational and health outcomes of Bradford’s children and young people.
Our Purpose
EALC strengthens the systems that shape children’s education, health, safety, and long‑term wellbeing. We connect schools with health services, children’s social care, policing, and the voluntary and community sector to create the conditions for disciplined, evidence‑led collaboration.
Our Origins
EALC builds on a decade of partnership working through the Bradford Opportunity Area Programme. As its legacy, we exist to connect systems, challenge entrenched norms, and accelerate change where existing structures fall short.
- Our Strategic Priorities (2026–2029)
Our Three‑Year Strategic Plan sets out three core priorities:
SYSTEMS – Collaboration Between Health and Education
- Expand School Health Hubs to 3–5 locations
- Improve access to health and care services for pupils
- Strengthen multi‑agency training and workforce development
- Use evidence and data to shape shared priorities
PLACE – Expand and Develop Act Locally
- Grow Act Locally partnerships to 3–5 areas of multiple disadvantage
- Embed community voice in decision‑making
- Support neighbourhood‑level collaboration
- Connect local insight with system‑level strategy
SCHOOLS – Inclusion/SEND Reform and Evidence‑Led Practice
- Roll out the Electronic Development Support Passport (EDSP) to all Bradford schools
- Lead system‑wide improvement in early identification of SEND
- Support schools to adopt evidence‑informed practice
- Our Governance Model
EALC operates a collective impact model, with the Partnership Board at the heart of our system‑wide approach. Trustees provide strategic oversight, ensure strong governance, and safeguard the charity’s mission, resources, and reputation.
Trustees are supported by:
- The Director and EALC Team
- The Partnership Board (advisory)
- Working Groups aligned to SYSTEM, PLACE, and SCHOOLS priorities
- Research partners, including Born in Bradford’s Centre for Applied Education Research
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