Join Our Board
Blackwood is driven by its vision to help people to live life to the full through good quality landlord and care services.
As a registered Scottish charity and registered social landlord, we are a leading housing and care provider in Scotland, specialising in services for people with disabilities. Founded in 1972 by Dr Margaret Blackwood, the organisation is entirely focused on creating personalised and individual solutions to help people live fully and independently. We provide warm, safe, comfortable homes and care and support for adults with physical disabilities, long term conditions, sensory impairment and learning disabilities.
We are seeking a new Chair of the Board and up to three other Board Members to help us deliver our strategic objectives to deliver good outcomes for our customers. Specifically, we are looking to further strengthen our board with new members with experience and skills in:
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Financial management
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Care services
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Housing and Asset Management
Our Board meets 5 times a year and Board Members will also be required to attend additional Committee meetings, and two Strategy Days. Most meetings take place in the early evening, with a mix of in person and remote attendance. Our Head office is in Edinburgh. Full induction and on-going training and development support will be provided.
The Board has recently agreed a remuneration allowance for the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee. All Board Members are reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses including travel.
Click here for the Board Member Recruitment Information Pack
If you think you could apply your skills and experience to make a positive contribution to the on-going success of Blackwood, to arrange an informal chat with the Chair contact us on governanceteam@blackwoodgroup.org.uk or call 0131 317 7227.
Closing date: 5pm 16/07/2025