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A SCIO is a Scottish charitable incorporated organisation is a corporate form of business designed for charitable organisations in Scotland

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Trustees

    1. Trustee – Mason Delman
    2. Trustee – Simon Oliphant
    3. Trustee – Ashley Davanna
    4. Trustee – Warren Farrell
    5. Trustee – Kathryn Douglas
    6. Founder/Chair – Chris Cooney

The Team

  1. Charlie M
  2. James M
  3. Carlo A
  4. Ayden W
  5. Julie S
  6. Tiegan G
  7. Kirsty L
  8. Jo D
  9. Gideon N
  10. Varsh S
  11. Max L
Trustee Form
Tustee Declaration

Starpic Project was granted SCIO charity status on 29th October 2024 and started officially trading on 1st April 2025.

Constitution (Starpic Project )
SCIO Guide
Structure
Employee Handbook
(Draft) Employee Contract
PAYE Details
PAYE Checklist
Induction Checklist

Interested?

We are looking for candidates with Trustee/Board experience, who are committed to our values and in supporting young people in the community, with an understanding of the issues affecting them as well as the opportunities and challenges of the third sector landscape.
 
The most important attributes of trustees joining us include a willingness to ask questions, share our values of equality, transparency and community as well as their time commitment to the role.
 
We have an interest in candidates with experience in the following: HR, Charitable/third sector, Marketing, Fundraising.
Duties each year include: Attend 4 board meetings and 4 informal meetings with board members, contribute to a sub-group that meets 4 times & attend 2 development days with staff/trustees.

Starpic Project is a SCIO, with a dedicated team of trustees who oversee the governance of the charity. The project is run by volunteers and workers who are paid for the contact time, with most going above and beyond to donate additional hours every week to ensure our activities are a success for the young people.

We are thankful for our dedicated volunteers that enable our project to run smoothly as without them our activities would not be as easily flowing.  They provide a great asset to the project and complete jobs such as organising, arranging social events like the Christmas party and activity weeks, supermarket bag packing and other fundraising activities.

We welcome any help you can give to volunteer and contribute to the success of the project.

To enquire please click HERE

Qualities of Our Board of Trustees

Our Board of Trustees brings together a diverse range of skills, experiences, and community knowledge.  Their leadership ensures strong governance, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to the social and educational development of Bingham residents.

Community-Focused Leadership

      • Deep roots in the Bingham area, with firsthand understanding of local challenges and needs.
      • Committed to ensuring the Centre remains inclusive, welcoming, and responsive to community voices.
      • Many trustees have lived experience of using or supporting local services.

Professional Expertise

Board members have experience across sectors including:

    • Education (teacher and college tutor)
    • Youth work & social care
    • Finance and budgeting
    • Charity governance & compliance
    • Public health & wellbeing

This ensures informed, accountable decision-making.

Diversity and Inclusion

  • The board reflects the diversity of our service users in terms of background, age, and life experience.
  • Promotes equal opportunities in staffing, volunteering, and service delivery.
  • Values different perspectives and encourages open, respectful dialogue.

Strong Governance & Accountability

  • Trustees uphold transparency and safeguard public trust in all aspects of our work.
  • Regularly review policies, risks, safeguarding, and financial performance.
  • Ensure the charity meets all legal and ethical responsibilities under Charity Commission guidance.

Strategic Vision & Sustainability

  • Guides long-term planning and monitors impact to ensure the centre’s continued relevance and growth.
  • Actively involved in fundraising and partnership building to secure future sustainability.
  • Encourages innovation in service delivery to meet evolving community needs.

Supportive & Collaborative

  • Provide strong support to staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and inclusive culture.
  • Work in partnership with local agencies, funders, and community leaders.
  • Open to learning, feedback, and adapting based on community input.

Role of Safeguarding Officer(s)

  • Ensure all persons working with children, young people, and vulnerable adults at the project are fully aware of what is required of them within the guidelines of Starpic Project child protection policy and procedures.
  • Oversee the administration for the safe recruitment all project workers, volunteers in regards to PVG applications (using Starpic Project appointed agency).
  • Be the first point of contact for workers, volunteers, parents, and young people on any issues concerning safeguarding and the wellbeing of project users.

Safeguarding Officer(s)

Chris Cooney

safeguarding@starpicproject.co.uk

Fundraising

Various

fundraising@starpicproject.co.uk

Training Coordinator

TBC

training@starpicproject.co.uk