Groundwork Five Counties
People | Place | Planet
Groundwork Five Counties is a regional charity (part of the wider Groundwork Federation) working across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, and Rutland. We empower communities to live more sustainably, supporting people to improve their lives, protect green spaces, and build resilience for a fair transition to net zero.
We are looking for new Trustees to join our friendly and committed Board and help steer our mission to create stronger, greener, and healthier communities.
The Role
As a Trustee, you will:
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Contribute to the strategic direction of the charity.
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Ensure we deliver on our charitable objectives and maintain strong governance.
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Safeguard our reputation, values, and financial stability.
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Use your expertise to guide decision-making, scrutinise plans, and support our leadership team.
This is a voluntary, non-executive position. Trustees attend at least four board meetings per year in Nottingham (with hybrid options available), plus sub-committee meetings and occasional events. Estimated time commitment: around 12 days per year. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those under-represented in governance. No prior board experience is required – just commitment, integrity, and a passion for people, place and planet.
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in:
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HR, accountancy, or financial planning
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Digital strategy or cyber security
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Green jobs, net zero, or environmental sustainability
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Social enterprise or commercial/traded income generation
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Local knowledge of Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Rutland or Lincolnshire
What You’ll Gain
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An opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic environmental and community charity.
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Personal and professional development in governance and leadership.
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The satisfaction of supporting real change in communities across the region.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for the role of trustee, please follow the link to our website and download the recruitment pack for all information.
Please send your CV and a covering letter (max 2 pages) to: gwfcrecruitment@groundwork.org.uk
Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 21 September 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 29 September 2025
For an informal conversation, contact Penny Halewood, Executive Director: penny.halewood@groundwork.org.uk
Groundwork Five Counties works across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and Rutland.
It was formerly known as Groundwork Greater Nottingham but we have taken on more areas, so we may help more people and communities.
Building on our success over the past 30 years, we empower local people to flourish, enjoy and care for the places around them.
- We will help people improve their lives and their communities by providing sustainable solutions.
- We will support people to protect and improve their local green spaces so that all lives flourish.
- We will develop a pathway of opportunities to help people into green jobs and volunteering.
- By improving energy efficiency, we support wellbeing and save people money.
In all kinds of ways, through our unique green offer Groundwork Five Counties empowers local communities to live more sustainable lives by being better guardians of our planet.
Groundwork Five Counties is part of the Groundwork Federation.
PEOPLE | PLACE | PLANET
