Board Members

  • Position: Board Members
  • Location: Hybrid
  • Closing Date: 31 January 2025, 17:00

Join the Board of Cloch Housing Association and help us realise our vision of providing “homes and services which exceed customer expectations delivered by a strong and resilient organisation.”

Are you passionate about making a real difference in your community? Do you want to play a key role in shaping the future of affordable housing? If so, Cloch Housing Association is looking for dedicated individuals to join our Board.

About Us

Cloch Housing Association has been at the heart of the community for over 55 years, providing high-quality homes and services to those who need them most. Our mission is to deliver excellence in housing, empower our residents, and contribute to a vibrant, thriving community. Our core values are:

  • Be Positive
  • Be Better
  • Be Kind
  • Be Responsible

The Role

Our meetings take place online via MS Teams and as a member of our Board, you’ll help guide the strategic direction of the Association, ensuring we meet our objectives while staying true to our values. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your skills and insights to a dynamic team, influencing decisions on housing provision, community investment, and sustainability.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. You don’t need to have prior board experience - just a commitment to our mission and a willingness to learn. We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from anyone.

We’re seeking individuals with skills in areas such as:

  • Housing or property management
  • Finance, legal or governance
  • Community development
  • Strategic planning or risk management
  • IT or Cyber Security
  • Sustainability and Environmental initiatives

What’s In It For You?

  • Make a meaningful impact in our community.
  • Gain valuable experience in governance and leadership.
  • Collaborate with a committed and inspiring team.
  • Access training and development opportunities to support your role.

Time Commitment and Support

A table of estimated annual time commitment is included below. Training and induction will be provided, and reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Activity

Time

Attendance at up to 8 regular online meetings of the Board

16 hrs

Reading and preparation for Board meetings

16 hrs

Attendance at up to 4 sub-committee meetings online

8 hrs

Reading and preparation for sub-committee meetings

8 hrs

Attendance at annual planning and review events (including individual review meeting)

10 hrs

Attendance at openings and site visits

varies

Attendance at internal briefing and training events

8 hrs

External Training and conference attendance

2 – 3 days

Total

80+ hours

How to Apply

If you’re interested in joining our Board and contributing to the success of Cloch Housing Association, we’d love to hear from you! Contact our Corporate Services Team via email at office@clochhousing.org.uk or call us on 01475 783 637.

For more information, or if you’d like to discuss the role informally, please contact our Corporate Service Team on 01475 783 637.

Help us shape the future—join the Board of Cloch Housing Association today!