Become a trustee

Hilda Lane Community Association (HLCA) is a local charity that runs St Hugh’s Community Centre on Castledine Road, Anerley. The Centre is at the heart of our community, providing activities, support and a welcoming space for all.

HLCA is run by a Board of Trustees who work together to support our Centre Manager and ensure St Hugh’s Community Centre continues to be a vibrant, welcoming hub for local people.

We are looking for three new trustees – experience is helpful, but not essential.

Who we are looking for?

We welcome applications from anyone aged 18 to 100!

We are particularly keen to hear from people who have experience in one or more of:

Chairing a group: we want a chairperson to lead and support our charity into the future
People with local knowledge and understanding of the Anerley, Penge & Crystal Palace area
Experience in financial management and payroll
Experience in funding and grant applications

Find out more about our trustees

Be part of something that really matters

Support local people and families

Develop new activities and services

Build stronger community connections

Create a brighter future for all

What's involved?

An active role

Supporting our Centre Manager and helping St Hugh’s Community Centre thrive for our local community.

Commitment

Minimum 3-year commitment to help deliver our new 3-year business plan.

Our new plan will be finalised by the end of 2026, ready to start in 2027.

Meetings and involvement

4 formal meetings a year
AGM in September
Attendance at 1-2 community events throughout the year
Ad hoc meetings with local community groups and the Centre Manager (face-to-face or via Zoom)

A friendly bunch of people

We are a supportive and welcoming team who enjoy working together to make a difference.

We'd love to hear from you

If you’d like to talk through what’s involved in becoming a trustee with our chair Alix, or find out more about St Hugh’s from our Centre Manager Emma, please get in touch:

Email: info@hlca.org.uk

Telephone: 020 8659 7038