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Become a trustee

Help Shape the Future of Postgraduate Education

The Sir Richard Stapley Educational Trust is seeking a new Trustee to join its dedicated Board. Founded in 1919, the Trust is a respected UK-wide grant making charity that supports academically talented postgraduate students facing financial barriers.


This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a long-standing philanthropic legacy and help guide the strategic direction of a charity that awards over £160,000 in grants annually.

We’re looking for someone who:
  • Shares our commitment to widening access to postgraduate education

  • Brings strategic vision, sound judgement, and creative thinking

  • Can contribute time and expertise to governance and grant assessment

  • Has knowledge and experience of postgraduate education in the UK 

Why join us?
  • Be part of a highly respected, values-driven organisation

  • Collaborate with a skilled and passionate Board

  • Help shape lives through education

We warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from past recipients of Stapley Trust grants.

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📅 Deadline: 12 noon, Wednesday 8th October 2025


💻 Interviews: Friday 24th 2025 (via video call)


📨 Apply: Send your CV and cover letter to admin@stapleytrust.org


For more information, download our information pack. 


Help us continue a century-long mission of educational empowerment.

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