Organisation Name:
Safe and Sound Homes (SASH)
Organisation's Cause(s):
Children / Young People / Families
Homelessness & Housing
Local Community
Mentoring & Advocacy
Location of voluntary activity:
York, at the SASH offices once per quarter, with the potential to attend other SASH events throughout the year.
When are volunteers needed: The Trustees currently meet every quarter, between 5:00-6:30pm in person at our York Office. Board papers are sent for review ahead of the Board Meeting and new Trustees will be asked to attend the ‘Role of a Trustee’ and Safeguarding training, There are other opportunities to get involved in ad hoc meetings, host and young people events and fundraising events throughout the year.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Trusteeship / Committees
Role description:
Safe and Sound Homes (SASH) is an ambitious charity working with young people aged 16-25 to avoid or break the cycle of homelessness across the City of York and surrounding by offering a place to stay in the homes of our exceptional hosts. By keeping these young people safe during a time of crisis, we can support them to change their lives and build a positive future. Our ambition is that those we help never face homelessness again.
We are very proud of our history providing specialist support to young people facing homelessness and the amazing host network and local supporter base we have built. In 2026 we are celebrating our 30th anniversary as a registered charity and will be undertaking a strategic review to develop our new Strategy to be implemented from April 2027.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for new people to join our committed Trustee Board as we renew our strategic direction for 2027 onwards.
Our Board of Trustees share the responsibility for governing SASH and directing how it is managed. As part of our succession planning we are also looking to recruit a Treasurer and Vice Chair.
SASH can reimburse expenses for participating in Board Meetings and required training, such as travel and childcare costs.
Trustees are asked to undertake a basic DBS check every three years for which they will be reimbursed.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Skills/experience in housing/homelessness or accountancy would be particularly advantageous to the charity’s aims.
Previous Board/Trustee experience is not necessary and we welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds including those with lived experience of homelessness.
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
Trustees will be asked to attend the ‘Role of a Trustee’ and Safeguarding training, There are other opportunities to get involved in ad hoc meetings, host and young people events and fundraising events throughout the year.
How to get involved:
Email our Chief Executive, Philippa.robson@sash-uk.org.uk who will tell you more about SASH and where we are going. Or alternatively, please send a CV and covering letter to Philippa. The closing date is Friday 10th April 2026.
For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email: info@sash-uk.org.uk
You can also contact us by telephone on 03300 562 259.
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 10-04-2026