It can be highly rewarding both personally and professionally supporting Out of School Childcare Clubs as a trustee.    

Make a positive difference to children and their families 

As a trustee, you help shape the strategic direction of the organisation and ensure it delivers high-quality childcare services. Your decisions can have a direct impact on: 

• Children’s Play opportunities  

• Family wellbeing  

• Access to affordable childcare 

• Community support services 

• Employment opportunities 

As a trustee you are providing a strong sense of purpose and contribution within your local community. 

Develop new skills and experience 

Trustees can gain valuable experience in a wide range of skills, such as: 

• Strategic planning 

• Leadership and governance 

• Financial oversight arrangements and budgeting 

• Risk management 

• Development of the provision and policy.  

• Supporting human resources and recruitment 

As well as working within a team, learning from others and supporting growth within local communities.  

These skills are highly transferable and can enhance individuals career prospects. 

Strengthen Your Professional Profile 

Serving on a trustee board provides an opportunity to demonstrate: 

• Leadership capability 

• Commitment to community development 

• Decision-making skills 

• Accountability and integrity

Trustees have a wide range of skills and professional roles and can be particularly beneficial for professionals working in: 

• Education 

• Childcare 

• Local government 

• Community development 

• Business and Financial sectors

Influence the future of childcare services 

Trustees play a key role in delivering Out of School Childcare Clubs across Wales: 

• Setting the organisation’s vision and objectives 

• Ensuring services meet community needs 

• Supporting sustainability and growth 

• Championing quality and safeguarding standards

Allowing individuals to help shape the future of childcare provision within the local area. 

Learn About Charity and Non-Profit Governance 

Trustees gain insight into understanding: 

• Charity law and regulations 

• Funding and grant opportunities 

• Governance frameworks 

• Compliance requirements 

• Safeguarding responsibilities 

This knowledge can be valuable for future board or governance roles. 

Building professional networks 

Trustees often work alongside: 

• Childcare professionals 

• Community leaders 

• Local authority representatives 

• Business professionals 

• Parents and carers 

This can expand professional and community connections. 

Personal fulfilment 

Many trustees find satisfaction in volunteering within their local Community and value that they can: 

• Give back to their community 

• Using their expertise, skills, knowledge and experience to help others 

• Seeing positive outcomes for children and families 

• Contributing to a cause they value and care about

Opportunity to use existing expertise 

Whether your background is in: 

• Finance 

• Human resources 

• Marketing 

• Education 

• Business development 

• Law 

• Health and safety 

Your skills can add significant value to the organisation while giving you experience in a governance setting. 

Benefits for employers 

Many employers also value staff who are trustees because they develop: 

• Leadership skills 

• Strategic thinking 

• Teamwork and collaboration 

• Financial awareness 

• Problem-solving abilities 

These skills are often brought back into the workplace. 

Things to consider 

Trusteeship is rewarding but also carries responsibilities. Trustees are collectively responsible for: 

• Ensuring the organisation is well managed 

• Acting in the charity’s best interests 

• Ensuring financial sustainability 

• Meeting legal and safeguarding obligations 

Most trustee roles are voluntary, but the experience and impact can be significant. 

For someone working in childcare or childcare development, becoming a trustee can provide a unique opportunity to influence services at a strategic level while supporting children, families, and communities beyond your day-to-day role. 

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