Board Members

GatenbySanderson; Salford; On-site; GBP 6,000; Part time

Job summary

A not-for-profit housing association is looking for two Board Members to start in early 2026. One role requires a social housing professional with strong customer service skills, while the other seeks a strategic leader with a background in technology and data. The association values inclusivity and encourages applications from diverse candidates. This is a unique opportunity to influence housing management and technology strategies across the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in customer service and housing management.
• CIO level insight or equivalent experience.
• Ability to contribute effectively at Board level.

Responsibilities

• Support the ongoing work of the organization.
• Help shape the strategic direction of the housing association.
• Contribute to board discussions and decisions.

Skills

Customer service expertise

Strategic leadership

Digital and cyber security experience

Financial knowledge

Job description

Salix Homes

Board Members

Salford, Greater Manchester

Remuneration – £5,500 per annum plus reasonable expenses

This job post will be advertised for a minimum period of two weeks on LinkedIn. After this time please apply directly to https : / / www.gatenbysanderson.com / job-search / until the closing date of 5pm on Tuesday 6 January 2026.

About Salix Homes

We’re more than a housing provider. We create safe, affordable homes and improve lives across our communities. As we continue to grow and strengthen, we’re looking for people who want to use their skills and experience to support our work and help shape our future. As a not for profit housing association, we own and manage more than 8,000 homes across Salford and hold G1 / C1 / V2 ratings from our latest regulatory review.

The roles

We’re recruiting two new Board Members to join us in early 2026. For one role, we’re seeking a social housing professional with strong expertise in customer service and housing management. For the second, we’re looking for a strategic leader with a breadth of experience across technology, digital, cyber security and data. Ideally, you’ll bring CIO level insight or equivalent experience to help us navigate opportunities and risks in this space. In addition to these Board roles, we are also appointing an Independent Committee Member with experience in finance and development.

Who we’re looking for

You will bring the relevant professional background for the role you are applying for, together with the ability to contribute effectively at Board level. You will be someone who embodies our values of being trustworthy, successful and inclusive.

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented at decision-making levels in our sector, including women, people from ethnically diverse backgrounds within the UK, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.

How to apply

For more information and to apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button. For a confidential discussion, please contact :

Nick Roberts on 07393 013697 [e-mail]

Marnie Lodhi on 07795 654812 [e-mail]