Independent Chair needed for the Pride in Place Board for Croydon West

The Pride in Place Board for Croydon West will develop and oversee a £20 million community-led regeneration programme across Croydon West, covering parts of West Thornton, Broad Green, Bensham Manor and Selhurst.

The Chair will act as a champion for Croydon West and its neighbourhoods, ensuring that decision-making is community-led and that the Programme delivers lasting social, economic and environmental benefits.

You will need to demonstrate:

• a track record as a local leader
• a proven ability to lead, chair or facilitate groups, partnerships or boards in a collaborative and inclusive manner.
• strong communication and engagement skills, with the ability to reach and inspire a broad cross-section of the community
• a clear commitment to community-led decision-making and empowering local people, with a passion for the place and the people
• ability to work constructively with a range of partners, including residents, businesses, politicians, local authority staff and other local organisations
• a track record of driving positive change at a local or neighbourhood level

This is a rare opportunity to play a defining community leadership role. You will:

• help local people take real ownership of the £20 million Pride In Place investment fund, strengthen community pride and cohesion, and create lasting improvements to places, facilities and opportunities that matter most to residents
• work with passionate community members, the Executive Mayor, local authority staff and the local MP to leave a meaningful legacy, ensuring local voices are at the heart of decisions and that Croydon West’s potential is realised for generations to come

How to apply

Send the following by email to prideinplace@croydon.gov.uk:

• your CV
• a supporting statement (maximum 750 words) that meets the role profile and selection criteria, including:
  • your connection to Croydon West
  • your relevant experience and skills in delivering positive community change
  • your vision for community-led leadership through the Pride in Place programme

Closing date

5 June 2026

Find out more

You can:

• read the role profile
• email prideinplace@croydon.gov.uk with any questions or to request more information
• call Mark Baigent, Interim Director, on 07534 902 527 for an informal chat about the role