Availability Details
This will vary, in the initial set-up phase this could be up to 10 hours per month, but we would expect this to reduce to 5 hours per month as an average (meetings, occasional events, and project support).
Venue Address
United Kingdom
Areas covered
Key words
We are seeking Expressions of Interest for local people to join the Beacon Lough & Wrekenton Neighbourhood Board.
The Neighbourhood Board was set up in April 2026 and we are seeking more Board members to drive forward Pride in Place in Beacon Lough & Wrekenton.
Board Members should work, live or volunteer in Beacon Lough or Wrekenton. Or have a deep connection to the area.
The Pride in Place funding will put decision-making power in the hands of local people, offers the flexibility to respond to local needs and opportunities, and provides long-term funding so communities can put plans together to help rebuild and transform their neighbourhoods.
Role of Board Members
- to support the Chair in shaping the regeneration plan for Beacon Lough and Wrekenton, develop a consensus on priorities for the areas and support partnership delivery. Board members will be required to:
- Be an advocate for Beacon Lough and Wrekenton on behalf of the Board and wider community
- Attend and contribute effectively to Board meetings
- At all times, reflect the consensus view in external discussions with other partners and stakeholders.
- Take account of views of other stakeholders and be mindful of different opinions and perspectives.
- Support other Board members in seeking a consensus decision on local priorities.
- Advocate for inclusive participation, ensuring that voices from all parts of Beacon Lough and Wrekenton—including those who are often unheard—are represented.
Partnership Working
- Work alongside local schools, faith groups, community centres, housing providers, and voluntary groups active in the area.
- Collaborate with Gateshead Council services where needed.
Application Process
- Submit your Expression of Interest outlining your suitability for this role in the form below by 15th October 2026
- We will contact you to let you know if you have been selected for interview
- Appointment will be subject to satisfactory due diligence checks.
Skills needed
- Passion for community improvement and pride in Beacon Lough & Wrekenton.
- Good communication and listening skills.
- Willingness to collaborate with people of varied backgrounds and viewpoints.
- Dependability in attending meetings and participating in projects.
- No formal qualifications required—just commitment and local insight.
- Training will be provided.
- Good communication and listening skills.
- Willingness to collaborate with people of varied backgrounds and viewpoints.
- Dependability in attending meetings and participating in projects.
- No formal qualifications required—just commitment and local insight.
- Training will be provided.
