Join Hastings Neighbourhood Board as a community board member

Hastings Neighbourhood Board is looking for passionate and committed community members to help shape the future of our neighbourhoods and town.

This is your chance to have a real say in local priorities, influence decisions on how £20million for Hastings is spent, and work alongside residents, businesses, and partners to make Hastings a place for everyone.

What is the Hastings Neighbourhood Board?

Hastings Neighbourhood Board is independent from the council and is responsible for shaping, delivering, and overseeing extra government funding of £20 million for Hastings over the next ten years as part of the national Pride in Place programme. 

What does the role involve?

• Attend regular Hastings Neighbourhood Board meetings (four to six times a year)
• Champion your community and neighbourhood
• Help develop, review and approve local plans and projects
• Work collaboratively with other members and partners.

Who can apply?

• Anyone who lives in Hastings and is an active member of their community
• People who care about their community and want to make a positive impact
• No previous experience required – just enthusiasm and commitment.

What’s in it for you?

• Influence decisions that matter to your community and neighbourhood
• Build new skills and connections
• Training and support to help you fulfil your role
• Be part of something which makes a real difference to people and communities.

Whilst this is a voluntary role, we are committed to supporting inclusive participation and will work with members to ensure they can take part fully and without barriers.

For more information, or an informal conversation about the role contact: hastingsboard@hastings.gov.uk or visit the Pride in Place webpages.

Interested? Complete the short application form by Thursday 19 February 2026.

We don't want this form to be a barrier - if you would prefer to apply in a different format or need support to complete it, please get in touch.