Charity seeks Trustees with property expertise to support homelessness mission in East London

What do they need help with?

Your Place (London) Ltd. is recruiting two new volunteer Trustees to bring housing and property expertise to their board. One of these Trustees will also take on the role of Chair of the Premises Committee. These roles are a vital opportunity to contribute to a well-established homelessness charity operating in Newham – the borough with the highest rate of homelessness in England.

As Your Place continues to navigate a challenging housing environment in East London, the Board is seeking individuals who can offer strategic insight, property-related experience, and a values-driven approach. The charity welcomes applications from professionals with expertise in:

• Property compliance and building safety

• Property maintenance and management

• Social housing management

• Property development

The ideal candidates will have strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the personal and professional credibility to support the charity’s executive team. Your Place is looking for individuals who are passionate about social impact, are collaborative and open to innovation, and are committed to ending homelessness one person at a time.

These roles are voluntary, but highly impactful – offering the opportunity to shape the future of a charity delivering meaningful change for hundreds of people each year.

Timeline

As soon as possible

About the organisation

Your Place (London) Ltd. is a homelessness charity based in Newham, East London – the area with the highest levels of homelessness per capita in the country. The organisation provides more than just a roof – it offers one-to-one support, life skills training, and a pathway to long-term independence.

Its services include:

• Anchor House – home to the charity’s Personal Development Team and Intensive Support Service

• Hope Street – for residents with lower support needs, focusing on work and move-on support

• The Harbour Project – a long-term home for 23 individuals recovering from extended periods of homelessness

In the year ending March 2024, Your Place supported 352 people with accommodation, with 157 individuals moving on towards independence. 97% of those supported maintained their independent living for at least nine months. Their work is built on values of compassion, inclusion, growth, and collaboration

https://your-place.org.uk/