About Us

Established in 1988 as a voluntary organisation, Home-Start York remains committed to supporting parents with at least one child under the age of five. Volunteers visit families in their own homes each week, offering support, friendship and practical help. This family-centred support strengthens and empowers families. Positive intervention in early years can prevent issues developing further and enables parents to find their own way forward - to achieve lasting change. We also run structured groups for parents with children 0-2 and our Big Hopes Big Futures programme, supporting parents and children on their journey into nursery or education and also support pregnant women in the last trimester to feel emotionally prepared for their new arrival.

The Home-Start York Team

Join Our Board of Trustees

What’s Involved:Home-Start York is looking for new trustees to help shape our future. This is a voluntary role—but one that makes a real difference.

• 4 meetings a year, weekday evenings (about 2 hours each)

• Prep time to read board papers in advance

• Help guide our strategy, budget and planning

• Input into new projects and resource development

We're Especially Keen to Hear From You If You Have Experience In:

• Working with children and families

• HR or Marketing

You’ll join a warm, professional team and help steer the work we do with preschool children and their families across York.

Interested? Trustee Role Description
Get in touch at support@homestartyork.org – we’d love to tell you more.