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Job description

Join us in shaping the next chapter at Harrison Housing

We have a proud history, a clear purpose and an ambitious future.

We are looking to recruit a Chair of Trustees and Three Trustee. These are all voluntary roles based in London.

Founded in 1869, Harrison Housing supports older people through almshouse and social housing. Today, we provide 75 sheltered homes and 19 general-needs homes, and manage a further 139 properties across London for other almshouse providers. Our purpose is safe, well-maintained homes for older people in housing and financial need and our vision is supporting residents to live independently. We are building on our strong foundations to support more people, strengthen almshouse partnerships and improve our homes and services.

Chair of Trustees

We are seeking an inspiring, collaborative and strategic leader to chair our Board and help shape Harrison Housing's next chapter. You will lead an effective Board, provide strategic direction and constructive challenge, work closely with the Chief Executive, and ensure strong governance, financial oversight and risk management. You will keep residents and our charitable purpose at the heart of decision-making, lead Board development and succession planning, and represent Harrison Housing with key stakeholders. Previous Chair experience is desirable but not essential. You will have senior leadership, governance, committee or Board experience, sound judgement and an understanding of the challenges facing people in social housing.

Commitment: On average 4–6 hours per month, including quarterly Board meetings and an annual Strategy Away Day.

The current Chair's term ends in February 2027. The successful candidate will join ahead of this, including the December 2026 Board meeting as part of the handover.

Three Trustees

We are seeking three new Trustee to bring skills, experience and fresh perspectives to our Board.

Previous Trustee experience is not required. We are looking for sound judgement, strategic insight, constructive challenge and commitment to our purpose.

We are looking for candidates who understand the challenges of a small organisation and will particularly welcome expertise in:

  • Financial strategy and sustainability
  • Strategic growth and organisational development
  • Property and asset strategy
  • Fundraising and income generation
  • Resident engagement and the resident voice
  • Social housing or the almshouse sector
  • Governance, regulation or public bodies

Collectively, Trustees oversee strategy, performance, finances, risk and governance, ensuring residents and our charitable purpose remain central to decisions.

Commitment: Trustees are expected to attend 4 Board Meetings per annum plus a Strategy Day. They are also expected to take part in a Committee in accordance with their skills, interests & experience (an additional 4 Meetings per annum).

For both roles, you will bring:

  • Commitment to Harrison Housing's purpose and values
  • Strategic thinking and sound judgement
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Collaborative working and constructive challenge
  • Integrity, openness and accountability
  • Commitment to good governance and equality, diversity and inclusion

Knowledge of social housing, almshouses, charity governance or regulation is an advantage. We particularly welcome people who can bring new perspectives, professional expertise or lived experience to our Board.

Why Harrison Housing?

 These voluntary roles offer the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to older people's lives and help shape the future of an organisation with a long and proud history.

You will help us provide safe, good-quality homes, support independent living, reach more people, strengthen almshouse partnerships across London and build a strong, sustainable and well-governed organisation.

For more information on the positions please download the attached recruitment packs.

Key dates

Chair Closing date: 9am, Monday 28 September 2026 Interview: week commencing 19 October 2026

Trustees/NEDs  Closing date: Monday 19 October 2026 Interview: Monday 26 October 2026

How to apply Please submit:

  • CV: Maximum 3 pages, covering your current/most recent roles and relevant experience from the last 10 years.
  • Personal statement: Maximum 3 pages, explaining your motivation, why Harrison Housing interests you, and the experience, skills and perspective you would bring.

All Trustees are subject to a DBS check, paid for by Harrison Housing. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with our policies.

Harrison Housing is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds, including lived experience.

Application Instructions

For more information, including details of how to apply, please download the relevant recruitment pack.

Organisation
Harrison Housing View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 11 - 20
Posted on: 04 September 2026
Closing date: 05 October 2026 at 16:04
Tags: Finance, Fundraising, Business Development, Housing, Governance / Management