Go! Youth Trust is a Christian youth charity based in Falkirk, supporting young people aged 10–25 across Central Scotland to grow in confidence, explore new possibilities and thrive. We work with young people facing barriers such as poverty, poor mental health or lack of opportunity — helping them build confidence, develop skills and find purpose. In 2024, we supported 600+ young people, delivered 5,900 hours of youth work, and helped participants achieve 165 qualifications. In 2025 we expect this figure to rise to 1,000.
Our Work - Everything we do starts with relationship. We combine trusted relationships with practical opportunities that help young people grow in confidence, develop skills and find purpose.
- Universal Youth Work - Weekly drop-ins, youth committee activities and holiday programmes give young people aged 10–25 a safe, welcoming space to connect, have fun and build friendships.
- Residentials - Spring, Summer and Autumn Camps — plus our 16+ Faith Residential — help young people step away from daily pressures, try new activities and explore faith in a supportive community.
- Personal Development & Mentoring - Thrive (for 16–25s) and NXT (for school-aged young people) combine group learning, mentoring and qualifications to build confidence, wellbeing and self-belief.
- Skills & Employability - Our Skills Academy includes Propel — with the weekly Go Forward job club — and the King’s Trust TEAM programme, helping young people gain experience, qualifications and move into education, volunteering or work.and move into education, volunteering or work.
- PlusOne Family Mentoring - Through one-to-one befriending, group sessions and family activities, PlusOne supports parents and carers to strengthen relationships, reduce isolation and build stability at home.
Trustees provide strategic leadership and ensure Go! Youth Trust operates effectively, responsibly and in line with its charitable purpose.
Trustee Role & Responsibilities - As a trustee, you will help to:
- Set the charity’s vision, strategy and priorities
- Ensure resources are managed responsibly and finances are sound
- Monitor performance and manage risk
- Safeguard the charity’s assets and reputation
- Support the Chief Executive and leadership team
- Champion the ethos and values of Go! Youth Trust, grounded in our Christian faithand commitment to young people
You don’t need to be a youth-work specialist — just someone who believes in young people’s potential and brings insight, experience or perspective that strengthens our Board.
Who we're looking for - We’re looking for people who share our belief that every young person deserves the chance to thrive.
Experience in any of the following would be especially valuable:
- Finance or governance
- HR and organisational development
- Property and capital projects
- Fundraising or communications
- Education, employability or youth policy
We also welcome applications from younger trustees (under 25) and those with lived experience of the challenges young people face. Diversity of background, experience and perspective helps us better reflect and serve our community.
Time commitment & support
- Attend around six Board meetings per year (mix of in-person and online) having reviewed Board papers and come prepared to make decisions
- Preparation time for each meeting to review papers and be prepared for discussions
- Annual strategy and development day
- Induction, training and governance support provided
- Reasonable travel expenses reimbursed
Trustees are encouraged to visit programmes and meet young people and staff to see our work in action.
Application process
- Application: Send your CV and short statement to express interest
- Initial Discussion: Informal chat with CEO
- Meet the Chair / CEO: A chance to learn more about GYT and share your experience
- Eligibility Checks: Includes a PVG check, collecting 2 reference, and confirmation you’re eligible to be a trustee.
- Recommendation to Board: Proposal considered by trustees
- Board Confirmation: Appointment confirmed and induction arranged