Board Member, South Wales

£3,105 Annual Salary

Who we are

First Choice Housing Association is a specialist and innovative organisation providing homes for vulnerable adults. Working across Wales the association was originally established in 1988 to provide accommodation for people with a learning disability. The association is committed to enabling many vulnerable people, including those with a disability, complex needs and veterans to lead a full and valued life within the community. We currently have over 900 tenants and employ 37 staff.

What we are looking for

This is a unique opportunity to make a difference to peoples’ lives. We have a vacancy to join our Board and are looking for someone who can work as part of a team to contribute to the strategic direction and success of the Association. The work is extremely rewarding and as well as remuneration carries expenses for both mileage and childcare. You will need to attend a minimum of nine Board meetings per year, and contribute to at least one committee on a quarterly basis. There will be two strategic planning events and occasional training days.

We would especially like to hear from people with the following skills for the Board member position:

"Knowledge and experience around IT skills and or PR & Marketing /Comms are specific skills we are looking for at the present time. If you have either of these we would love to hear from you.”

We are keen to ensure the Association has a diverse Board and as such welcome applications from younger members, ethnic minority groups, disabled and transgender applicants who can provide a valuable and positive contribution to the Board.

How to Apply

Please download an information pack and application form here:

BoardApplicationForm 2022

.doc

Download DOC • 1.07MB

Board members handbook

.docx

Download DOCX • 756KB

Applications are invited before closing on 30th June following which we will be inviting shortlisted candidates for interview. If you would like further information please contact Donna Jones, Director of Corporate Services & Housing - E-mail: donnajones@fcha.org.uk

New Job! ICT Officer

We are looking for a new ICT Officer in South Wales to provide core information technology (I.T.) support, system development and training of the Association’s hardware and software systems. Fantastic terms and conditions, flexible & hybrid home/office working and excellent benefits package. You can download the application pack and the form below:

Job Application Form

.pdf

Download PDF • 812KB

ictofficer

.zip

Download ZIP • 510KB

Who we are

First Choice is at the forefront of the provision of specialised housing throughout Wales for vulnerable people with complex needs. The association is renowned for its tenant participation and we are committed to working in partnership with our stakeholders to develop best practice in development, management and maintenance of accommodation for people with additional needs.

A brief job description

• To maintain the day-to-day management, performance and improvement of the I.T. infrastructure, telephony systems and service contracts.

• Ensure system development, hardware and software procurement and external support services are aligned to the ICT strategy.

• Provide systems training to individuals and small groups as required.

• As part of a team, support a culture which fosters innovation, creativity, open communication and collaboration throughout the association.

• Provide IT solutions/projects work as required for other departments with the agreement of the line manager.

The full job description can be found in the Zipped application pack above.

Work hours

Standard full time hours are 35 per week, Monday to Friday. Flexible working hours including generous time off in lieu arrangements ,flexible working & working from home up to 3 days per week

Benefits

Excellent Pension

Health Plan

Death In service

Gym memberships

Critical Illness Cover

Generous Leave Allowance

Flexible working

Health Wellbeing

Salary

SP26-SP31-(£27,022 - £31,955)

You can find all of the benefits of working for FCHA here:

https://www.fcha.org.uk/jobs

We look forward to receiving all of your applications!

New Job! Development Officer: north Wales

We are looking for an Development Officer in north Wales to deliver First Choice’s approved Development Programme, from inception to completion including liaising with all partner agencies.

You can download the application pack and the form below:

Job Application Form

.pdf

Download PDF • 812KB

Development Officer

.zip

Download ZIP • 436KB

Who we are

First Choice is at the forefront of the provision of specialised housing throughout Wales for vulnerable people with complex needs. The association is renowned for its tenant participation and we are committed to working in partnership with our stakeholders to develop best practice in development, management and maintenance of accommodation for people with additional needs.

The association works closely with Local Authorities, NHS Trusts and a wide range of support providers. As an all-Wales association we are in a strong position to meet the demand for our services and to provide innovative solutions to local issues.

A brief job description

• To effectively deliver tendering and management of FCHA’s development contractor processes.

• To assist in the delivery of the Company’s Strategic Objectives

• To prepare social housing grant bids for local authorities for inclusion in their PDP's, to initiate the development of new projects, in conjunction with the Development Manager.

• To liaise with the local authority commissioners, occupational therapists and relevant LA / Health professionals to obtain a scheme brief for identified tenants.

The full job description can be found in the Zipped application pack above.

Work hours

Standard full time hours are 35 per week, Monday to Friday. Flexible working hours including generous time off in lieu arrangements

Salary

SCP34 –SCP39 -£34,826- £39,888

You can find all of the benefits of working for FCHA here:

https://www.fcha.org.uk/jobs

We look forward to receiving all of your applications!