Who we are
Childnet is a UK-based charity who works with others to help make the internet a great and safe place for all children and young people. From our innovative, free resources and national Film Competition to our education visits to schools and coordination of Safer Internet Day in the UK, we stay at the cutting edge of the latest tech trends by speaking to thousands of children and young people each year.
The role
You do not need prior experience as a Trustee to apply, but we are particularly interested in receiving applications from people who have demonstrable experience in at least one of the following areas:
Fundraising Expertise:
Marketing & Communications Expertise:
Legal Expertise:
General Trustee Qualities:
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a highly respected charity making a tangible difference in the lives of children and young people across the UK. You will join a welcoming, dedicated board of professionals and have the chance to use your skills for to make a real difference.
Childnet is committed to building a trustee board that values diverse perspectives and experiences, reflecting the communities and young people we serve. We welcome applications from everyone, but would particularly like to hear from women, those from diverse ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ people, younger people and disabled people, who are currently underrepresented on our board.
Don’t worry if you haven’t had experience of being a trustee or board member before. We will offer you support and training to help you to undertake your role. We are most interested in hearing from applicants who are passionate about Childnet’s mission and values, and even if you don’t feel like you meet all of the outlined skills, we would still love to hear from you.
