Help shape a better future for older people in Scotland

At Bield, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live independently, safely and with dignity as they get older. Every day we support thousands of people across Scotland through housing, care and community services that help people stay connected and live life on their own terms.

We’re looking for two new Board Members to help guide our organisation as we continue to grow, improve our services and respond to the changing needs of older people. If you can bring professional expertise, fresh thinking and a commitment to our values, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re particularly interested in hearing from individuals who can contribute Board-level perspective with professional insight, in one or more of the following areas:

Finance

• Strategic financial oversight and leadership
• Treasury and funding management
• Business planning, financial sustainability and value for money principles
• Banking or financial services, potentially with awareness of housing or regulated sectors
• Audit, assurance and risk management

Human Resources

• Strategic people leadership and organisational culture
• Workforce planning and organisational resilience
• Change, transformation and organisational development
• Employee engagement, wellbeing and culture

Previous Board experience is not essential. We welcome applications from people who share our values, bring fresh perspectives, and want to make a meaningful contribution to improving the lives of older people across Scotland.

Board members attend six in-person Board meetings each year, held on a rotating basis between our Edinburgh and Glasgow offices, as well as an annual Strategy Away Day. In addition, the Audit, Performance & Risk Committee, Business Development Committee and People Committee meet online four times a year.

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to influence the future of housing and independent living in Scotland

• Experience of Board governance and strategic leadership

• Learning and development opportunities

• Reimbursement of reasonable expenses

We’re committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We’re interested in the contribution you can make, whether that comes from professional experience, community involvement or lived experience.

Your experience matters. Your voice can make a difference

Every day, our tenants help us understand what matters most. Now we’re looking for a tenant to help shape the future of Bield by joining our Board. If you care about making services better for older people, we’d love to hear from you!

As a Tenant Board Member, you’ll help make important decisions about the future of Bield, ensuring that the experiences and views of tenants are at the heart of everything we do.

You don’t need previous Board experience. We’ll provide all the training, support and mentoring you’ll need to feel confident in the role.

Could this be you?

We’re looking for someone who:

• is a Bield tenant
• enjoys listening to different points of view
• wants to improve services for older people
• is willing to ask questions and share their experiences
• is keen to learn

Every decision the Board makes has the potential to improve the lives of older people across Scotland.

Never been on a Board before?

That’s absolutely fine. Many Board Members join without previous governance experience. We’ll provide everything you need to understand your role and make a valuable contribution. We want you to feel confident, supported and able to succeed.

Time commitment

The Board meets six times a year during the day. Meetings are held in person, alternating between our Edinburgh and Glasgow offices.

Board Members may also join one of our committees, which usually meet online four times a year:

• Audit, Performance & Risk Committee
• Business Development Committee
• People Committee

Reasonable travel and other agreed expenses will be reimbursed.

What will you gain?

By becoming a Tenant Board Member, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• make a real difference to services for older people across Scotland
• develop new skills in leadership, governance and decision-making
• receive training and personal development
• work with a diverse group of people who are passionate about improving lives and communities
• ensure that tenants’ voices are heard where it matters most.

We’d love to hear from you

At Bield, we believe that the best decisions are made when the people who use our services help shape them.

Your experience as a tenant is unique, valuable and something no-one else can bring.

If you’d like to help shape the future of Bield, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re unsure whether the role is right for you, we’re happy to have an informal conversation before you decide to apply.