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Accent Group Ltd

Board Trainee

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Accent Group Ltd
Provides affordable, quality housing and services across England via a charitable housing association.
Two‑year board trainee program offering governance experience, mentoring and £2,000 stipend.
7d ago
£2,000 - £2,000
Entry-level
Full Time
England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
360 Employees
Service Specialisms
Housing services
Repairs & maintenance
Customer services
Procurement & supplier engagement
Community development
Inclusion initiatives
Accessibility support
Complaint handling
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Residential
Commercial
Role
What you would be doing
board meetings
committee meetings
meeting attendance
  • Regular attendance at Board and Committee meetings
What you bring
curiosity
confidentiality
equality
communication
social housing
mentoring

We’re looking for passionate individuals with experience, ideas or a passion for making a positive impact on the communities in which they live. If this sounds like you, we think our two year Board Trainee Programme could be a perfect fit. Accent is a place to grow your skills, expand your influence, and help shape the future of our organisation. Whether you're new to governance or already on your leadership path, this opportunity offers hands-on experience, mentoring, and insight into how boards operate.

  • Curiosity and enthusiasm to learn about the role of a Board Member
  • A high degree of confidentiality
  • A demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and an understanding of how these values impact underrepresented groups
  • Excellent communication and active listening skills
  • A genuine passion, lived experience, or understanding of the social housing sector
  • An experienced mentor or buddy to guide your learning
Benefits

For almost 60 years, Accent has been giving people a place to call home. It’s this purpose that inspires everything we do. We’re proud to make a positive difference to society, create moments that matter, and build thriving communities.

  • Mentoring, training, and leadership development
  • £2,000 per year plus expenses, recognising your contribution
  • Learn from experienced board members
  • A flexible, accessible and supportive environment
Training + Development
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Interview process
  • applications close on 2nd november 2025
  • interviews scheduled for 19th november 2025
  • final appointments confirmed in early december 2025
Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
20,700 Homes
Properties Managed
Operates and maintains a network of residential properties across England.
42,000+ Residents
People Supported
Supporting tens of thousands of residents across various regions in England.
$35M–$100M Annual
Revenue Range
Balancing development efforts with reinvestment in existing properties.
  • Founded in 1966, the company has grown from a small provider into a major charitable housing association in England.
  • Delivers new-build and resale shared ownership homes through its Homemade sales arm.
  • Typical projects include affordable rentals, sheltered schemes for over‑55s, and community‑focused housing developments.
  • Specialises in residential, affordable housing, independent living and shared ownership sectors.
  • Unusually, it runs a ‘Customer Voice’ group enabling residents to directly shape its services and policies.
Culture + Values
G1/V1
Governance Rating
Achieves the highest possible governance rating, demonstrating exceptional accountability and transparency.
71
Local Authority Areas
Operates across 71 local authority areas, tailoring services to meet diverse community needs.
  • Drive for improvement is intrinsic to our culture
  • Customer voice is at the forefront of delivery and decision making
  • Ethical sourcing policy and modern slavery training for sourcing teams
  • Waste-diversion focus via recycling and repurposing initiatives
Environment + Sustainability
48%
Energy Efficiency
Percentage of new-build homes achieving top energy ratings.
112 Homes
Retrofit Program
Homes upgraded to reduce environmental impact.
£1.25M
Decarbonization Grant
Funding received to support sustainability efforts.
10% Biodiversity
Net Gain Commitment
Committed to enhancing local biodiversity in new developments.
  • First net zero development on-site at Ripleyville, Bradford
  • SHIFT Silver sustainability rating achieved in first year
  • Corporate strategy aims for carbon neutral homes via tech, fixtures & fittings
Inclusion & Diversity
G1/V1 Rating
Governance Achievement
Holds the highest governance rating (G1/V1) reflecting commitment to fair employment practices.
  • Published first Group-wide Team Engagement Survey; action plan addressing feedback
  • Operate a dedicated community development and inclusion team
  • Supported customers via 'Fuel Poverty Matrix' tool
  • No available gender ratio or DEI numerical targets disclosed
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