Trustee

We are actively seeking applications from interested candidates to join the Board of Trustees in 2026.

We are particularly looking for Board members with experience in local community organisations or those helping vulnerable people. 

We are seeking people with skills and experience in human resources, finance, marketing, fund-raising and IT. Our charity services cover Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and are looking for candidates who have strong connections to the region

Who are we looking for? 

We are actively seeking applications from interested candidates with experience in:

• Local community organisations or those helping vulnerable people
• Human resources
• Finance
• Marketing or fund-raising
• IT
• General Corporate Law

Priority will be given to those with experience in Finance and Legal to support current vacancies on the board.

Previous experience as a charity Trustee would be beneficial but we welcome interest from all who are looking to give something back to their local community and believe they can contribute to the Trusts important work

We hold 4 Trustees meetings a year at our offices at the Police and Fire Headquarters in Eastleigh, with some online access possible, and possibly a few other larger gatherings.

In addition, it is hoped that successful applicants would have the time to join relevant sub-committees and informal working groups.

Successful applicants would be expected to serve at least one term of 3 years but this could be extended by up to 2 further terms.

 The role is unremunerated but pre-agreed reasonable travel expenses would be reimbursed

About the Trust

The Blue Lamp Trust’s vision is to ensure that all vulnerable residents in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight feel safe in their home and online, and to improve road safety nationally.

Our values are to be a trusted service in our community, empathetically supporting vulnerable people, and sharing our expertise to improve safety and security awareness in the home and online.

To be a trusted service provider improving driver safety through comprehensive driver training and development programmes.

Collaboratively working with stakeholders to continue to develop and improve our services and ensure they continue to meet the needs of clients.

Through the free Safe Home scheme we provide services supporting vulnerable and older residents in both counties who have been, or are at risk being the victims of crime or anti-social behaviour, to enable them to feel safe and confident in their homes.

A free Safe Home visit combines both the fitting of practical home safety and security equipment, with home fire safety assessments and general advice on staying safe in their homes.

Our free Safe Online scheme supports residents in Hampshire who may be vulnerable to, or who have been, a victim of an online crime.

Both schemes carry out community engagement activities to promote home and online safety. 

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What skills do I need?

All applications should be accompanied by a brief CV and a covering letter/email explaining why this role is of particular interest to you. 

Experience in local community organisations or supporting vulnerable people

Skills in HR, finance, marketing, fundraising, IT or general corporate law

Location

This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.