Carers UK Trustees

Voluntary Sector Gateway; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national charity is seeking up to four Trustees to join its Board, focusing on the support and recognition of unpaid carers in the UK. The Nations Trustee for Scotland will play a pivotal role in informing the board on regional issues affecting carers. This volunteer opportunity requires a commitment of 10 - 12 days a year, with some travel to London and Glasgow, expenses paid. Ideal candidates will have financial experience and a passion for supporting carers.

Benefits

Travel expenses covered

Opportunity for Saltire Awards for volunteers

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management is beneficial.
• Active involvement in caring or knowledge of the issues faced by carers.

Responsibilities

• Steer the organization towards its vision for unpaid carers.
• Ensure the Board is informed on issues affecting carers in Scotland.

Job description

Carers UK is the national membership charity for the millions of people in the UK who are unpaid carers. As an organisation we provide expert advice and information for carers, campaign for greater recognition and support for carers, and use our experience and expertise to help other organisations do more for carers. Our Board of Trustees plays a vital leadership role in the work we do while ensuring the charity is equipped and governed effectively, establishing and monitoring strategy and ensuring we are true to our values and keep carers at the heart of everything we do.

We are now seeking to appoint up to four people to join our Board of Trustees, to steer us towards our vision of a world where carers are recognised, valued and supported.

It’s an exciting time to be part of Carers UK, as we launch our new strategic review in 2026. Our Board is instrumental in ensuring we make the future really impactful for carers through our vision and strategy while fulfilling all our obligations as a charity.

We are also seeking to appoint a Nations Trustee for Scotland. In addition to the general responsibilities of a trustee, the Nations Trustee will be expected to ensure that the Carers UK Board is informed on key issues affecting carers in their Nation.

To find out more about this opportunity and apply, please download the Trustee recruitment pack.

Carers UK is committed to representing the diverse society in which we work and actively encourages applications from people with current or recent experience of caring from all backgrounds and experiences. We would welcome trustees with financial experience who could join our Finance and Resources sub-committee.

Some travel to London and Glasgow, expenses paid.

Travel expenses

Paid in line with Carers UK expenses policy.

Dates

9December2025-19 January 2026

Restrictions

Availability

• Mon
• Tue
• Wed
• Thu
• Fri
• Sat
• Sun

• Morning
• Afternoon
• Evening

Frequency & commitment

10 - 12 days per year

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.