Our resident scrutiny panel is looking for new members to join their team.

The panel’s role is to improve services for all residents. They do this by identifying service areas or topics review and then make recommendations to our Board for improvement. 

“Serving as a scrutiny panel member for the past 2 years has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It has provided me with a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in our community. Through this role, I’ve gained invaluable insights and experience. Scrutiny is a powerful tool for ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.” Kirsty, former panel member.

If you want to make a difference and can work well with others as part of a team, please read on. 

What we ask of you: 

• Around six hours per month of your time
• Monthly online evening meetings (around two hours) or occasionally in-person in Tunbridge Wells
• Participation in activities such as interviews, surveys and occasional site visits
• In between and in preparation for meetings, reading information (sometimes lots), carrying out research and giving objective feedback
• Working with other panel members to make decisions, form opinions and make evidence-based recommendations to Board.

What we offer in return: 

• An allowance of around £1,400 per year OR £400 in shopping vouchers + £1,000 towards skills training 
• A contribution towards your broadband expenses 
• Transport to and from any in-person meetings or site visits, or reimbursement of travel expenses
• Food and refreshments at in-person meetings  
• Specialist resident scrutiny training & development 
• Coaching and mentoring 
• A unique insight into Town & Country Housing services 
• Skills, knowledge and experience that you can use in life generally and for personal development. 

Want to know more? 

Email: amanda.mankelow@tch.org.uk 

You can also find out more about the panel on the resident scrutiny panel page.