Polaris (also called the “North Star”) is a constant in the sky. It’s more than just a single star; it’s a natural beacon that’s been used to navigate for centuries. It provides direction to those who are lost and without any other form of conventional navigation. Stars shine, and we look to them for guidance and inspiration.
Our organisation is full of North Stars. Bright people who sparkle, achieve great things, and rising stars who shatter expectations, raise the bar and are great to be around. To work for us you need to be a North Star.
We are keen to reflect the communities we serve and welcome applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experience.
We are award-winning, growing, and thriving as a business. We were the first Housing Association in England to be awarded the Investors in People Platinum standard and are proud to hold this accolade.
In 2024 and 2021 we were named UK Employer of the Year in the Investors in People Platinum awards.
If you have any questions about working for North Star, please call 01642 796 323 and speak with Katherine McGough, Director of People.
BOARD TRAINEE PROGRAMME
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are seeking applications from people who are interested in joining our two-year Board Training Programme (up to 3 vacancies), which is delivered in partnership with Housing Diversity Network.
These vacancies will be of particular interest to people who have a strong social purpose, are passionate about communities and want to shape and influence our organisation.
We welcome applications from people who are committed to learning and developing new skills and have curiosity and open minds. Previous experience and knowledge of housing is not essential. You will be provided with an extensive two-year training and development programme. In return, you will need to demonstrate a commitment to the programme and the organisation’s social purpose.
We are specifically focusing on underrepresentation in our governance structures and are keen to increase the diversity of thought and lived experience on our boards and committees. Therefore, we are interested in applications from disabled people and people from LGBTQ+ communities.
Find out more about North Star’s Board: The Board – North Star Housing Group Ltd
TIME COMMITMENT/SALARY
- Circa two days a month (to fit around work and other commitments)
- Reasonable expenses paid plus £1,800 per annum
WHAT DO PREVIOUS PARTICIPANTS SAY?
“I’ve met some tremendous people and learned so much. This kind of programme needs to be in every organisation so that we get more diversity in Boardrooms “– Manisha Sharma recruited to North Star Board following the Trainee Programme.
FURTHER INFORMATION
An open event will be held online on 8th April 2025 from 10am to 11am to provide you with more information about the programme.
Register for the event here: https://forms.office.com/e/3WE0ik4VA6
You can also contact Katherine McGough, Director of People, on 07850774198 or at katherine.mcgough@northstarhg.co.uk for an informal chat.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please complete the application form linked below and email it to Katherine McGough at katherine.mcgough@northstarhg.co.uk by 15th April 2025.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
STAFF BENEFITS
INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT
We take positive action to help ensure that people from underrepresented groups are given equal opportunities.
We intend to increase the number of staff who describe themselves as ethnically diverse and the numbers of staff who have a disability. We take positive action when recruiting.
North Star is a member of the Disability Confident scheme, this means that we guarantee an interview to any person declaring a disability who meets the essential job criteria. We also guarantee an interview to any ethnically diverse candidate who meets the essential job criteria
For more information on North Stars approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion click here
