Trustee – Join our Board
Becoming a Trustee at The Together Project is a chance to use your skills, experience and curiosity to help shape joyful intergenerational work that truly changes lives.
Help shape joyful connections between generations.
The Together Project is a national charity bringing people of all ages together through music, creativity and shared experiences. From babies and toddlers to older people living in care settings, our programmes create moments of joy that reduce loneliness and strengthen communities.
As we enter an exciting new phase of growth, we’re looking for new Trustees to join our Board and help guide our next chapter.
At a glance
Role: Trustee (Strategic Volunteer)
Time: Quarterly meetings + light ongoing support
Location: Mostly online, occasional London meetings
Commitment: Minimum 3 years
Expenses: Reasonable expenses covered
Why become a Trustee with us?
Our Trustees play a vital role in shaping the future of a small but ambitious charity. You’ll help ensure we remain well-governed, financially sustainable and true to our values. All while supporting work that genuinely changes lives.
This is a voluntary, unpaid role, but one rich in purpose, connection and impact.
Who we’re looking for
We’re currently seeking Trustees with experience or interest in:
Finance & Treasurer responsibilities
Risk, governance or safeguarding
Communications, fundraising or partnerships
Digital, data or systems
Community engagement or lived experience of loneliness, care or intergenerational connection
You don’t need previous trustee experience. If you care about connection, community and creativity, we’d love to hear from you.
We particularly welcome applications from people who are currently under-represented on our Board, including men, people under 30 or over 60, and those with lived experience related to our work.
What’s involved?
Quarterly Board meetings (2.5 hours, a mix of online and London-based)
An annual strategy day
Occasional ad-hoc support or advice
Additional time for specific roles (e.g. Treasurer or Risk & Governance)
We ask Trustees to commit to a minimum of three years.
What you’ll gain
The chance to shape the strategic direction of a growing national charity
An opportunity to use your skills for real social impact
Experience in charity governance and leadership
Being part of a warm, values-led Board that believes joy is serious business
Want the full detail?
You can download the full Trustee role description below, including responsibilities, recruitment timeline and interview process.
Then send a short expression of interest or CV to Alexa Sutheran, CEO alexa@thetogetherproject.org.uk
We’re happy to have an informal conversation before you apply, and we encourage you to put yourself forward even if you’re not sure you tick every box.