We believe that our neighbourhood is a great place to live filled with creative, resilient, unconventional and community-minded people. It is diverse and dynamic with many residents who care for one another and the local area.
Our mission is to ensure that in our neighbourhood:
- Children have the freedom to play, be healthy and be part of the
local community. - Communities are informed, empowered and connected.
- There are inclusive, sustainable projects and places which
improve people’s wellbeing.
As a place-based organisation we work with all those who have a stake in our place. This includes residents, the public sector, the private sector and our colleagues in the voluntary community sector.
WE ARE SEEKING PEOPLE WHO LIVE IN EASTON OR LAWRENCE HILL
A trustee is a voluntary role which, along with the other trustees, leads the charity in achieving its purposes by setting strategic direction, providing governance, and ensuring the organisation meets its aims, legal obligations, and accountability standards.
We are looking for people who can bring voices from our community to the work of Eastside Community Trust, in particular people from:
- Somali communities
- Asian communities
- African and Caribbean communities
- Disabled people
We would also love to hear from you if you have experience of:
- Community Development
- Families and Young People
- Green Technology
- Business, HR, Legal
HOW TO APPLY
Please read the Recruitment Pack before applying, we hope it contains all the information you will need to apply.
If you have any questions or would like to have an informal chat about the role please contact Sam or Rose on contact@upourstreet.org.uk
To apply for the role complete this ONLINE APPLICATION FORM.
Deadline is midnight on 14 September.
Q&A DROP-IN Sessions
As part of this recruitment process we will be holding three informal Q&A Drop-In Sessions with current Trustees.
Wednesday 27 August 1-3pm at Easton Community Centre, and 3-5pm at Felix Road Adventure Playground.
Monday 1 September 6-7:30pm at Easton Community Centre
Interviews will take place
between 24 – 30 September.
