Trainee Board Member
| Posting date: | 13 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £5,000 per annum |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | Braintree, CM77 8FG |
| Company: | Eastlight Community Homes |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Eastlight-127 |
Summary
Trainee Board Member
Eastlight Community Homes is inviting passionate residents and those with lived experience to apply to join us as either a Customer Influence Committee (CIC) Independent Member or a Trainee Board Member.
We are looking for people who are passionate about working together to influence and shape services which work for our residents, and who can bring their knowledge and experiences to help us operate effectively in an ever-changing financial and regulatory landscape.
Each role will take around two days per month, and we pay you a fixed fee for your time.
As a Trainee Board Member, you will understand the full range of housing association operations and decisions, including the checks and balances we have in place to make sure Eastlight is a well-run housing provider. You will work with the Board to help set and deliver Eastlight’s strategy, holding our Chief Executive and Leadership Team to account for the performance and delivery of all areas of responsibility.
This would suit someone interested in becoming a Board Member and who is looking for experience to help develop that skill set.
For this Trainee Board Member role, you must have the following experience:
- Currently live in a social home, or have lived in one previously (Eastlight residents, shared owners or leaseholders are strongly encouraged to apply)
- Have a good understanding of our communities, including what they need and want
- Previously helped local neighbourhoods to thrive, knowing how to create a sense of community – for example, organising events, completing surveys or leading resident groups or networks.
While not essential, you might also have experience in:
- Leading groups of people to deliver common goals
- Working knowledge of at least one of the following areas:
- Data/cyber security/IT
- Artificial intelligence (AI)
- Business strategy
- Business transformation.
About Eastlight Community Homes
As you know from being one of our residents, Eastlight has a G1 V1 governance and financial viability rating, and we are delivering on our ambitious Corporate Strategy 2024–2027 – our forward vision, co-designed with residents. We are an innovative and diverse organisation with a solid financial foundation and a clear vision for housing across Essex and the East of England.
Applying
If you have the relevant skills, knowledge and experience, we would love to hear from you.
At Eastlight, we prioritise our people, nurturing a culture where everyone can flourish through support, development and investment.
We pay a fee for the role, plus expenses. Additionally, we provide agile working opportunities, and comprehensive training programmes. We also strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment, demonstrating our commitment to your growth and wellbeing.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, bring your voice to the table and shape the future of Eastlight, join us in our mission to create affordable homes and great neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.
Eastlight is a Level 3 Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and we therefore encourage applications from everyone, regardless of characteristics or backgrounds.
If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk
For a confidential discussion about the position or for more information, please contact our Governance Team on governance@eastlighthomes.co.uk
Join us and be part of something extraordinary at Eastlight Community Homes.
Important Dates
Application closing date: Sunday, 29 June at 23:59
Interview dates: (in person at our Braintree office): Monday, 28 July or 1 August 2025.
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