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The Vacancy We have an exciting opportunity for a New Homes Coordinator to join our team. At Bron Afon, we believe everyone deserves a home they can thrive in. We're looking for a friendly, motivated New Homes Coordinator to help make that happen. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate that they can: <ul> <li>Provide an excellent New Homes Service; ensuring we provide first class pre-tenancy, voids, allocations, and lettings service to all applicants that require housing.</li> <li>Work with customers to understand their needs, manage risk and proactively respond to set customers up to succeed in sustainable tenancies.</li> <li>Deliver services which ensure that the support needs of customers are assessed and met in a way that maximises independence and adds to individual's quality of life.</li> <li>Deliver a supportive and customer focused service, providing advice and guidance to customers and colleagues in line with policy, procedure and legislative and regulatory requirements.</li></ul>For an informal chat or to find out more about the role, please contact Sarah Kerr by email <a href="mailto:sarah.kerr@bronafon.org.uk" target="_blank">sarah.kerr@bronafon.org.uk</a> or on 07528965100 Expected date of interviews: 19th or 20th November 2025. Application guidance Please see the role profile attached. You will need this to complete your personal statement. Please pay particular attention to the person specification. When writing your personal statement, you only need to match the criteria that has 'Application' next to it in the 'stage of assessment' column. By following this guidance, it will give you the best chance of being shortlisted to the interview stage. Positive action We love receiving applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and we're committed to creating a workplace that's welcoming, inclusive, and representative of our community. As part of our positive action approach, we're especially keen to hear from ethnically diverse communities. We believe in equal opportunities and are proud to support underrepresented groups in accessing rewarding careers at Bron Afon Community Housing. Work4 pilot We are currently running pilot of working a 4-day week (4DW) To find out more about how this works for us, you can read the attached 4-day week information leaflet. About Us We make a difference in people's lives every day. As an organization that's owned by the local community, we feel proud of our achievements since 2008 whilst recognizing that there's much more that we can do to improve the lives of people living across Torfaen and beyond. If you join us you will continue to prove the value of us and the work we do not just to our customers, but also to the wider community. We are committed to equality and diversity and we aim to create a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and able to be themselves. Benefits Agile Working Enhanced Annual Leave Training and Development Opportunities Gallery Previous Next

New Homes Coordinator

Job description We are recruiting a Homelessness Prevention Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term until December 2027 Location: Ty Penallta Team: Housing Solutions - Housing Advice Centre This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £28,598 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team in the role of Homelessness Prevention Officer. We are seeking someone who is passionate about homelessness and housing and can manage a case load. You will be solutions focused to support us in achieving prevention outcomes. The post holder will provide a first response service to all phone enquiries and visitors to the Housing Advice Centre in relation to their actual or potential homelessness situation. You will provide practical advice on seeking a sustainable housing solution through the assessment of the client's homelessness (actual or threatened) status. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul> <li>A relevant Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales, for example, NVQ2 Administration, GCSEs Grade A*-C.</li> <li>A working knowledge of the local housing market, the private rented sector and the standards of private rented accommodation.</li> <li>Proven experience of working in a busy office environment involving direct contact with the public.</li> </ul> - We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sadie O'Connor on 01443 873552 or email <a href="mailto:oconns@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">oconns@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> . Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.

Homelessness Prevention Officer

About The Service Cardiff Council is a local government organisation, responsible for delivering over 700 different services to our citizens, visitors, and businesses across Cardiff. It is important to us that our workforce reflects the values of our organisation, to better serve our communities. The Day Opportunities team supports older people and adults living with physical impairments to connect with their local community where they may have become socially isolated. About the job The team will use motivational interviewing skills to work with older people and adults with physical impairments who have become socially isolated, helping to find long term sustainable solutions to the barriers preventing them from accessing the community, introducing them to new groups, helping with transport issues and giving advice on negotiating their locality when living with physical impairments. For those clients unable to leave the home the team can support with digital connectivity, helping to achieve digital inclusion by demonstrating how to use equipment and gain basic skills to connect to online groups. You will have your own caseload, have responsibility to assess, support, research venues, and enable people to achieve agreed outcomes in engaging with their community. What We Are Looking For From You We are seeking an innovative, resourceful person who can use their initiative and has good interpersonal skills to join our team. You will need to demonstrate an ability to respond sensitively to individual's physical and personal care needs as well as having a positive can do attitude with strong communication skills. You will need a full valid driving licence, and have daily use of a car for business use. Additional information This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check. For more information contact Rhys Jenkins <a href="mailto:R.Jenkins@cardiff.gov.uk" target="_blank">R.Jenkins@cardiff.gov.uk</a> This vacancy is suitable for post share. Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools. We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications. We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own. If you wish for an informal chat, please contact <a href="mailto:Rhys.Jenkins@cardiff.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rhys.Jenkins@cardiff.gov.uk</a>. Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website: Important information you need read in order to complete your application:- • Application Guidance • Applying for jobs with us • Behavioural Competency Framework Additional Information:- • Recruitment Pack • Employee Charter • Recruitment of Ex-Offenders • Privacy Notice Attachments<ul> <li> JD&amp;PS </li> </ul>

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OFFICER

Housing Support Officer Job information Post No. POSN003483 - Housing Support Officer Housing Support Officer (Full Time - 37 hours) Permanent This role sites within the Housing Strategy and Enabling Team. The team have responsibility for assessing housing need in Newport and for leading work programmes and initiatives to increase the provision of affordable housing within the city. We are seeking enthusiastic and capable candidates, passionate about making a difference for our communities. We are looking for someone with the right skills, to provide a range of administrative functions, including minute taking and arranging meetings, to support the team, project delivery and the wider service. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with good IT and digital skills. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, capable of working effectively as both part of a team and independently, using their own initiative. Attention to detail is key, along with excellent IT and communication skills and the ability to prioritise workload. Job purpose - Under the supervision of the Housing Strategy &amp; Enabling Manager to assist in dealing with appropriate aspects of strategic housing functions and other relevant housing delivery administrative and technical support matters. For further information please contact Sarah Spicer at <a href="mailto:Sarah.spicer@newport.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sarah.spicer@newport.gov.uk</a>. Closing date: Monday 17 Nov 2025 We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from the minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role. Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role. Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK. Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together Ein gwerthoedd - Ein Gwerthoedd, Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd

Housing Support Officer

About The Service An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to join our Independent Living Support Service. Independent Living Services (ILS) support vulnerable adults to live independently at home and connected to their communities, through tailored information, advice and support - enabling people to take control of their own lives. About the job You will be responsible for establishing and maintaing good relations with clients, being the key contact through their time of entry to and exit from the Independent Living Support Services. You will be responsible for collecting financial and all other relevant information from service users or their representatives relevant to their service needs and referrals. You will undertake the financial assessment and reassessment to determine the individual service user's ability to contribute to relevant services and identify entitlement to all types of benefits, assist with applications to maximise income. Liaise with other service areas, agencies and establishments to ensure the client's needs are addressed, and delivered. Take ownership of client cases, and liaise with relevant officers regarding delivery of services. Evaluate the end delivery of service and inform management of areas of concern/improvement, ensuring service area targets are achieved. What We Are Looking For From You You will need to have experience of working with, or understanding the needs of vulnerable adults, have an understanding and experience of income assessment, and benefit maximisation. You will need to be an excellent communicator with the ability to listen, act and inform. You will need to form partnerships with internal and external services and organisations. You will spend the majority of your time interacting with customers and responding to their requests and queries. You will usually work in an environment where you are face to face with your client using your strong communication, decision making and analytical skills to ensure the delivery of a timely and responsive customer experience. The ability to speak other languages, in particular Welsh, and Community Languages would be an advantage. Additional information Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check. This vacancy is suitable for post share. We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications. We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own. Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website: Important information you need read in order to complete your application:- • Application Guidance • Applying for jobs with us • Behavioural Competency Framework Additional Information:- • Recruitment Pack • Employee Charter • Recruitment of Ex-Offenders • Privacy Notice If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or if you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Emma Powell on 02920537333 or Chelsey Hayes 02920 234234. Attachments<ul> <li> JD-PS </li> </ul>

INDEPENDENT LIVING OFFICER

Job description *** This vacancy is only available to Caerphilly County Borough Council employees, including agency staff currently working at the Council. *** We are recruiting a Technical Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Office based / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements. Team: Asset Maintenance and Repairs This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £28,598 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Assets, Maintenance &amp; Repairs section of Housing. The role will be to provide accurate &amp; timely technical support to managers. Effectively manage information, data and systems. Assist in recording the decarbonisation profiling of the housing stock. Assist in the development and implementation of data management systems and key performance data in conjunction with the Performance and Asset Management Group. The successful candidate will also be required to support in the preparation of reports; collect and support with collation of service information; support with collating KPI information. The duties are wide-ranging and can be viewed in full via the job description. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul> <li>A relevant Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li> <li>The ability to work to competing deadlines.</li> <li>Evidence of general technical administrative experience.</li> </ul> - We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kath Webb on 07850 319807 or email <a href="mailto:webbk@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webbk@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> . Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Technical Officer

About The Service An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed individual to join the Accommodation Team who provide help to clients in need of temporary and support accommodation. This is a fast moving and demanding service, the team deal with daily challenges to ensure vulnerable clients are provided with accommodation. The Accommodation Team comprises of three Accommodation Gateways; Single Person Gateway, Family Gateway and Young Person Gateway. About the job The role of the team is to secure suitable temporary and supported accommodation for clients accessing the Service. The demands on the service and the priorities for the team are ever changing throughout any given day and the post holder will need to have the skills to manage change and problem solve. What We Are Looking For From You Experience of working with the public, in a housing related environment will be an advantage. You may be required to work until 19:00 hours to meet the demands of a very busy service. Additional information Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Director/ Assistant Director/ Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body. This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced checks. This vacancy is suitable for post share. We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications. The interview process for this role may be held either on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform, or in person. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview or for an informal conversation about the post process please contact Stephanie Rogers-Lewis, Specialist Housing Manager <a href="mailto:Stephanie.Rogers-Lewis@cardiff.gov.uk" target="_blank">Stephanie.Rogers-Lewis@cardiff.gov.uk</a> Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website : Important information you need read in order to complete your application:-<ul> <li> Application Guidance </li> <li> Applying for jobs with us </li> <li> Behavioural Competency Framework </li> </ul>Additional Information:-<ul> <li> Employee Charter </li> <li> Recruitment of Ex-Offenders </li> <li> Privacy Notice </li> </ul>Attachments<ul> <li> Job Description / Person Specification </li> </ul>

ACCOMMODATION OFFICER

About The Service An exciting, full-time, temporary opportunity has arisen for a committed individual with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills to join the Homes &amp; Neighbourhood Team. The Team is responsible for suggesting and implementing improvements to services across Housing &amp; Communities. About the job The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, successfully planning and managing complex and/or large-scale projects to enable delivery of required project outcomes. This post will be responsible for a variety of housing-related projects. This position will be home-working or based at County Hall but will also potentially be required to work at various locations throughout the city. This role represents an excellent career opportunity for the right candidate. What We Are Looking For From You You will have excellent knowledge of management of large-scale projects and extensive experience of delivering change within an organisation. You will have experience of multi-agency partnership working alongside experience of reporting on multiple funded projects. A Project Management qualification would be desirable, but not essential and full training will be provided. We take the welfare of our staff seriously and strive to always create a positive working environment ensuring that our amazing workforce feel respected and valued. Here are some examples of how we try and achieve this: • A generous annual leave entitlement. • Adaptable working arrangements, which can include a flexi scheme allowing you to work a schedule that suits you and meets the needs of the service. • Access to the Cardiff &amp; Vale of Glamorgan Pension Fund which is part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering a reputable, secure and flexible pension plan. • Guaranteed access to further Training &amp; Development to give you the opportunity advance your career with us. • Access to employee equality networks for support, guidance and socialising (these networks include the Black, Asian &amp; Minority Ethnic Network, Carers Network, Disability Network, LGBT Network &amp; the Women's Network). • Hybrid working opportunities • Access to comprehensive employee wellbeing support. • Access to the MyAdvantages Employee Benefits Platform (which includes access to the Council's Cycle to Work Scheme and exclusive discounts at retailers such as Asda, Tesco &amp; Ikea). The ability to speak other languages, in particular Welsh alongside other community languages would be an advantage. Additional information This post is temporary until 30th September 2027. Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Director/ Assistant Director/ Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body. This post is suitable for job share. We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications. The interview process for this role will be conducted face to face or otherwise on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. The hiring manager will advise on the format of the interview as part of the recruitment process. If you have any concerns about your ability to take part in a virtual interview process or would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Naomii Thomas (<a href="mailto:Naomii.thomas@cardiff.gov.uk" target="_blank">Naomii.thomas@cardiff.gov.uk</a>). We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own. Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website : Important information you need read in order to complete your application:-<ul> <li> Application Guidance </li> <li> Applying for jobs with us </li> <li> Behavioural Competency Framework </li> </ul>Additional Information:-<ul> <li> Employee Charter </li> <li> Recruitment of Ex-Offenders </li> <li> Privacy Notice </li> </ul>Attachments<ul> <li> Job Description / Person Specification </li> </ul>

PROJECT MANAGER

Hourly Paid Additional Support Assistant (Independent Living Skills) x 2 Job description Minimum of 20 hours per week Fixed Term - 26/06/26 Must be available 9am - 4.30 pm We wish to appoint inspiring Additional Support Assistants to help learners with additional learning needs to access the curriculum at Coleg Gwent. Applicants should have previous experience of working with young people who have difficulties and/or disabilities and be educated to Level 2 standard with four GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C or above. The successful candidates will be required to support learners on a 1:1 basis, including providing personal care when needed, as well as work with learners on a group basis, working closely with the curriculum and campus support teams to ensure the learners meet their full potential. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English The College is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration with the Education Workforce Council if appropriate. Please note that successful candidates will be expected to pay for the Enhanced Disclosure and registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). At Coleg Gwent we are committed to providing a working environment which embraces diversity and which promotes equality of opportunity. This is underpinned by the Equality Act 2010 and will be adhered to at each stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure these commitments are also embedded in our day-to-day working practices with our learners, colleagues, and partners. We know the most successful teams are the most diverse teams. Equality, diversity, and inclusion provide the very foundation to our culture at Coleg Gwent. We want every individual to feel confident, proud, and able to bring their whole selves to work. We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation and increasing diversity in the College by removing barriers and supporting all our staff to reach their potential. To ensure an improved representation in our workforce, applications are particularly welcome from minority groups including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people, Females, LGBTQ+, non-binary and people with disabilities. Together we continue to build a workplace that not only celebrates the diverse voices of our colleagues but also represents the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates who speak languages other than English and everyone regardless of age, marriage and civil partnership (both same sex and opposite sex), impairment or health condition, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender identity or gender expression in line with our Equality Opportunities policy. All campuses are accessible and facilities such as prayer rooms are available. We are a Disability Confident Employer and affiliates of the Black Leadership Group. Key to supporting this work and providing peer support are 6 Board sponsored Staff Networks (Enabled, Men's Alliance, Women Together, Cynefin, LGBTQ+ and Race Alliance). What brings us together? We are committed to building a culture of inclusion that empowers our people to thrive and fosters a sense of belonging. To support the College in being a respectful community we have an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&amp;I) steering group. Hear our ED&amp;I Champions talk about why they are so passionate about equality, diversity, and inclusion - Link in attached document. Your wellbeing matters. Your wellbeing is important to us. We want to ensure you are able to make the most of the opportunities and reach your full potential. From a programme of wellbeing activities throughout the year underpinned by the Headspace app for all staff which has a diverse selection of meditations that aim to fulfil both beginners and long-time meditators needs and preferences to Partners who are trained mental health champions, to subsidised gym access, we're determined to create an environment that supports everyone's mental and physical health. Closing Date: 02/11/25 Interview Date: 12/11/25

Hourly Paid Additional Support Assistant (Independent Living Skills) x 2

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Cardiff Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, unlawful eviction, succession for tenants, neighbourhood problems, and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the appeal Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise caseworkers and trainees.</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> <li>Willingness to attend Housing Court Duty Scheme.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Strong career progression with support for legal awards and professional recognition</li> <li>Attractive salary package with supervision bonus</li> </ul>SALARY STRUCTURE - SOCIAL HOUSING SALARY (London) (Outside London) NQ + Supervision Bonus * £46,000 £44,500 1 Year PQE + Supervision Bonus * £48,000 £46,500 2 Years PQE + Supervision Bonus * £50,000 £48,000 3 Years Plus PQE + Supervision Bonus * £52,000 £50,500 Supervision Bonus up to * + up to £8,000 up to £7,400 * Terms and Conditions apply. Supervisor Bonus Per Annum:- Supervise 1 Paralegal £1,250 £1,150 Supervise 2 Paralegals £1,750 £1,600 Supervise 3 Paralegals £2,250 £2,100 Supervise 4 Paralegals £2,750 £2,550 Total £8,000 £7,400 The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Cardiff

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Cardiff Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, unlawful eviction, succession for tenants, neighbourhood problems, and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the appeal Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department</li> <li>Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.</li> <li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li> <li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li> <li>You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential</li> <li>Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years</li> <li>Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this</li> <li>Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Strong management skills</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems</li> <li>Experience within the legal sector is preferable</li> <li>Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

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