At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Board to shape the future of a community-focused housing organisation.
- Company: Plymouth Community Homes, the largest social housing landlord in Plymouth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary and the chance to make a real impact in the community.
- Other info: Inclusive culture welcoming diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Be a key player in enhancing lives through affordable housing solutions.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in strategic leadership and governance.
The predicted salary is between 18006 - 18006 £ per year.
Remuneration: £18,006 per annum
Location: Plymouth
Closing Date: 9am Monday 27th July 2026
Plymouth Community Homes (PCH) is one of the South West’s leading housing organisations and Plymouth’s largest social housing landlord, with more than 16,000 homes serving over 35,000 residents across Plymouth and the surrounding areas.
Our mission is simple: we believe everyone has the right to a clean, comfortable, safe and secure affordable place to live. Guided by our values and social purpose, we are focused on providing outstanding services to residents, maintaining and improving our existing homes, growing our housing portfolio and ensuring that the resident voice remains at the heart of decision-making.
With a strong platform for future growth, PCH is well placed to expand its housing offer, support community regeneration and maximise its impact across the region, creating an exciting opportunity for a Chair who can help shape the next chapter of our success and growth. This is an outstanding opportunity to help shape the future of an ambitious, financially strong and community-focused organisation operating within an increasingly complex environment.
You will bring proven experience of chairing and a track record of providing strategic leadership at board or executive level. Whilst some experience in social housing would be welcomed, we are equally interested in candidates from other regulated sectors who understand the importance of strong governance, risk management, stakeholder engagement and long-term stewardship.
An inclusive and engaging leader, you will be skilled at creating an environment in which different perspectives are heard, constructive challenge is encouraged and collective decision-making thrives. You will have the judgement, credibility and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with board members, the executive team, residents, regulators and external partners. You will also play a key role in developing and sustaining a high-performing Board, ensuring it has the skills, diversity and capability required for the future.
If you identify with our vision and values and are excited by the opportunity to lead the Board of one of the region’s most important housing organisations, please click Apply to find out more. For an exploratory conversation, if required, please contact our advising consultants at GatenbySanderson: Chantelle Harris or Alex Hayes.
We believe that a fair, equitable, and inclusive culture goes a long way toward encouraging people to be the best they can be, and that starts with our Board. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.
Chair in Exeter employer: Plymouth Community Homes
Plymouth Community Homes (PCH) is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a fair and inclusive work culture, where diverse perspectives are valued and encouraged. As the largest social housing landlord in Plymouth, PCH offers meaningful opportunities for professional growth and community impact, making it an ideal place for leaders who are passionate about governance and social responsibility. With a strong commitment to resident engagement and strategic development, joining PCH as Chair means being at the forefront of shaping the future of housing in the region.
