Volunteer Trustee wanted for unique self-harm specific charity

What will you be doing?

We’re looking for one trustee with lived experience of self-harm who wants to help shape a charity that truly understands and supports people who struggle with it. Battle Scars is a small, survivor-led charity making a big impact across the UK. Our trustees guide our work and help ensure we grow in sustainable, creative, and effective ways.We are looking for one person with long working experience in the corporate sector, preferably at a managerial level, with marketing or HR skills including responsibility for staff wellbeing.  More information: https://www.battle-scars-self-harm.org.uk/become-a-battle-scars-trustee....

What are we looking for?

Essential

Easy going Able to think out of the box Enthusiastic  Have lived/living experience of self-harm (direct or by supporting a close loved one who self-harms). Our definition of self-harm is any harm done to the body or mind, internal or external, with short or long-term effect.  Working experience in the corporate sector

Desirable

​Marketing (especially from the private sector) HR/staff wellbeing (especially from the private sector) Business strategy Fundraising and income generation Leadership and governance Digital and social media

What difference will you make?

Why join us?Make a lasting impactYou’ll help shape a rare survivor-led charity supporting those who self-harm — an often misunderstood and underfunded area of mental health.Use your experience for goodWe value lived experience; It's not a barrier — it’s a strength. We need people who truly “get it”.Grow your skillsBeing a trustee offers board-level experience, exposure to charity governance, and leadership development — valuable in any career.Supportive environmentYou’ll be part of a welcoming, understanding team. Mental health challenges aren’t just accepted — they’re respected.