As one of the largest housing providers in England, we are responsible for managing and maintaining over 37,500 homes across the North West and East Midlands.
We provide housing for rent, for sale through schemes like shared ownership, housing for over 55’s, supported housing, and a small number of properties for market rent and outright sale. Our customers include families, young and older people in need of accommodation, and people with complex needs for whom the Group provides tailored support.
We are well placed to respond to challenges including poverty, social exclusion and homelessness, and we are committed to tackling the nation’s acute shortage of affordable housing by building more high-quality affordable homes. As a sector leader, we will also innovate and inspire, driving technology and efficiency through new products and services. We strive to be a top housing provider and an employer of choice.
Our Vision...
”We want everyone to live successfully in a home they can afford.”
Our Mission...
We will do this by making a social impact focused on: ”Creating homes. Building lives.”
About the role...
We are looking for a board member with experience of working in the public, not for profit or private sectors, preferably operating within a regulated environment. The ideal candidate will have;
The board is collectively responsible for ensuring the success of the organisation and ensuring its compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations by setting and monitoring the strategic direction of the organisation, as well as ensuring the board fulfils its trustee responsibilities.
Board members, as part of the board team, determine and uphold the organisation’s vision, mission, values, and strategies. Your ability to work well with others in a collaborative environment is a key skill and will ensure that the role is fulfilling and productive.
Terms of appointment
Payment is £10,450 per annum. Board members can also claim reasonable out of pocket expenses where applicable.
As a minimum, the board meets four times a year. Meetings are currently held virtually, they begin at 6pm and usually last between 1.5 to 2 hours. A similar time commitment will be required to participate in subsidiary boards and committees. Board members are expected to allow adequate time to prepare for meetings so that they are able to contribute and participate fully in discussion. There are also two Group strategy days, which are held in person usually in central Manchester.
Appointment is for a one year term, and members can be re-appointed to the board as long as the period of service does not exceed six years.
We offer an annual programme of training events for board members.
How to apply
If you feel this role is for you and would like a confidential discussion, please contact our governance team at governance@jigsawhomes.org.uk
To apply for this exciting opportunity please visit our website at Jigsaw - Home to register your most up to date CV, along with maximum 2 page supporting statement outlining your relevant experience, your suitability and the key skills you would bring to the role.
The closing date for applications is 27th March 2025.
* Please note, the provisional date for interviews is 17th April 2025 *