Advertised from 1 September 2025

Role

Our Service

Elpis Trust provides accommodation and support to 19 young women, aged 16-24, in North-West Glasgow who are Care Experienced, have been affected by homelessness, or have been Unaccompanied Asylum Seekers.

Our dedicated staff team provide young women with life skills, a focus on wellbeing and mental health support to help them transition to independence once they are ready to leave our supported accommodation.

We work closely with Glasgow City Council, Glasgow Health and Social Care Partnership, Maryhill Housing Association - and funders including Bank of Scotland Foundation, The Robertson Trust, Agnes M Hunter Trust and the Volant Foundation - to really make a difference to the lives of our young women.

What will you gain?

Being a Board member is a rewarding and enriching experience. In exchange for your time and commitment, we will provide you with:

• The chance to make a real difference to young women The opportunity for personal and professional development
• Experience of leading a progressive service operating across fundamentally important sectors in our society
• Excellent networking opportunities with our experienced board members and partner organisations
• A comprehensive induction to our board and ongoing board training to support you in your role

This is a voluntary position however appropriate expenses can be paid in line with our Expenses Policy.

Application notes

To apply, please send your CV to bmcalinden@hotmail.com

Please see the application pack for more information.

Closing Date: 10 October 2025

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