What to expect as a Board member
Our Board members are people from all walks of life who are interested in social housing and share our values: Care, Respect, Listen and Do the right thing.
Being a Board member
The Board is responsible for the good running of the organisation and setting the strategic direction; the day-to-day operations are delegated to the Executive Team.
The Board is made up of 12 people from different backgrounds with a variety of skills, knowledge and experience; collectively they make decisions about what PCH does, make sure we deliver what we promise and improve the services we provide.
Being a Board member will give you the opportunity to use and develop your existing skills, knowledge and experience whilst giving something back to the community.
Some of our Board members have come to the end of their term and we are seeking individuals who can bring new skills, knowledge and experience to join our board.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the fee?
We pay our board members a fee of £6174 a year.
How much time will I need to spend being a board member?
We estimate that the average time commitment involved for meetings, training and preparation will be around 2 days a month as a board member and 3 days a month if you are a committee chair. Board Members are appointed for a 3-year term which can be extended up to a maximum of 6 years.
What does the role entail ?
We provide online papers for Board and Committee meetings a week in advance. Meetings are held in person at Plumer House in Plymouth and virtually using Microsoft Teams. You will need to be comfortable working online/ virtually and we can provide you with a device if needed.
There are currently 6 Board meetings a year that take place on Thursday at 5pm. There is an expectation that you will attend at least 4 of these meetings in person. Board members are also members of a Committee or Subsidiary Board; they meet around 4 times a year on other days of the week.
What can I claim expenses for?
Board Members can claim reimbursements of reasonable expenses including travel to and from meetings at Plumer house in Plymouth (this particular expense is subject to Tax & NI, others are exempt).
Is there an induction programme?
Yes we tailor your Board Member induction and training based on your skills, knowledge and experience. You will also receive regular training as a Board member and an annual appraisal.
You will also be invited to shadow a Board meeting on 5th December 2024.
How close am I expected to live to the city?
Ideally you should be based no more that 2/3 hours from our offices in Plymouth as you are needed to attend meetings and events in person. Being a board member isn’t alway about just attending meetings. To get the most out of your time on the Board you will have opportunities to engage with our residents and be part of the PCH Community.