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Housing Management Service – Better Homes, Better Lives&nbsp;Are you an accomplished leader with extensive experience in a social housing setting? If so, we’re in search of a Head of Housing Management within our Assets Directorate.This new position based in the beautiful and historic city of Salisbury provides a unique opportunity to lead an outstanding team dealing with all tenancy, repairs and maintenance functions, for the Council’s 5300 homes in South Wiltshire.As the Head of Housing Management, you will lead and manage the Housing Landlord Service, ensuring effective planning and management of resources to deliver excellent customer service. Your role encompasses project and team management, collaborative partnerships, financial and performance oversight and strategic and business planning — all directly contributing to well managed and safe homes, with great services for our tenants. Your responsibilities will also include being the Council’s lead for support to the Housing Board, who provide assurance and scrutiny to this high-profile service; as well as providing oversight and leading the delivery of our Service Improvement Plan.We are seeking an exceptional candidate who holds a Housing Management Qualification and Chartered Institute of Housing Membership. You will have extensive experience and a demonstrable track record of achievement in social housing management in either a local authority or housing association setting. With comprehensive understanding of the regulatory framework, and proven experience building and maintaining valued and positive relationships with residents. Leadership experience in managing large teams, as well as client and stakeholder groups at a senior level, will be essential.Apply now to elevate your career with this impactful leadership opportunity!Why us?Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.&nbsp;<a href="https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/why-us/our-benefits/" target="_blank">Explore more benefits here!</a>Please download and read the <a href="https://docs.jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/files/65866120-head-of-housing-management-lsl3-2753/" target="_blank">role description and person specification</a>carefully before you apply as well as<a href="https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/why-us/our-culture/" target="_blank">Our Identity</a>.The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind.&nbsp; Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.For more details, or for an informal discussion about this role, contact James Barrah, Director of Assets, at <a href="mailto:James.Barrah@wiltshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">James.Barrah@wiltshire.gov.uk</a>orHayleigh Freestone, Recruitment Specialist, at <a href="mailto:Hayleigh.Freestone@wiltshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Hayleigh.Freestone@wiltshire.gov.uk</a>This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our&nbsp;<a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wiltshire.gov.uk%2Fequality-diversity-public-sector-duty&amp;data=04%7C01%7CBethany.Farrer%40wiltshire.gov.uk%7C151f7da412574c942b8e08d948674193%7C5546e75e3be14813b0ff26651ea2fe19%7C0%7C0%7C637620430580127574%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=5CkvE0a359djyKPfpad1RWNIfayHtAmrr4s%2BKbvYZzw%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">statement of commitment to equality and inclusion</a>.<a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gov.uk%2Fgovernment%2Fpublications%2Fdisability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3%2Flevel-2-disability-confident-employer&amp;data=04%7C01%7CBethany.Farrer%40wiltshire.gov.uk%7C151f7da412574c942b8e08d948674193%7C5546e75e3be14813b0ff26651ea2fe19%7C0%7C0%7C637620430580127574%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=jMgokm44AvYbcWDHZhlKFPUppLyS6y8ds8eySpkLwWg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Disability Confident Employer</a><a href="https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/help-and-support/" target="_blank">Application process</a>

Head of Housing Management

Annual salary: up to £35,000.00 Housing Advisor - 'Find your own accommodation' scheme Bulford, Wiltshire Full Time, up to 9 months FTC, with potential to extend - 40 hours per week Up to £35,000 per annum plus £3,800 company car allowance About the role: We are collaborating with our client to resettle families in the UK under the Afghan Resettlement and Assistance Policy. Initially, these families will be housed in various accommodation bases, known as the transit estate, before moving to permanent homes within the community. Over the next nine months, Mears will assist service users in securing private rental homes across the UK. This position is part of the housing team, collectively responsible for supporting frontline delivery and meeting contractual requirements. As a Housing Advisor, you will play a crucial role in providing housing solutions and delivering exceptional service to our service users and the community. You will assist Afghan families in finding suitable homes in the private rental market. Additionally, you will identify new partnership opportunities while ensuring excellent customer service, performance, and full compliance with the contract. As a Housing Advisor, you will discuss options with family households and single person households, to help facilitate a seamless move. Taking the service users through the whole journey from understanding their needs to securing the property and moving in. You will deliver personalised support to service users through bespoke casework and facilitating housing drop-in clinics. We will work in partnership with the receiving LA to ensure required support will be in place once a property is agreed. What are we looking for? <ul><li>Previous experience working within the housing sector / working with vulnerable people</li><li>Previous experience working within the refugee sector would be ideal</li><li>A thorough understanding of the UK benefit system</li><li>Deadline management</li><li>Strong interpersonal communication skills</li><li>Ability to build internal relationships, and manage dispersed teams</li><li>Negotiation knowledge</li><li>IT literate</li><li>Excellent communication</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. Benefits we can offer you <ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)</li><li>Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!</li><li>Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.</li><li>Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more</li><li>Family friendly policies</li><li>Choice of company car or car allowance </li><li>Access to EAP Counselling sessions</li></ul>If you feel you have skills and experience needed, please apply via the link below. If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Beth on <a href="mailto:beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk</a>. We look forward to hearing from you soon. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Mears Group is a Disability Confident employer and recognises our people as our greatest asset, we hire individuality, recognising and valuing everyone is individual and ensuring equal access to opportunities for all regardless of social economic background or individual make up. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before employment.

Housing Support Officer

Annual salary: up to £35,000.00 Housing Advisor - 'Find your own accommodation' scheme Tidworth, Wiltshire Full Time, up to 9 months FTC, with potential to extend - 40 hours per week Up to £35,000 per annum plus £3,800 company car allowance About the role: We are collaborating with our client to resettle families in the UK under the Afghan Resettlement and Assistance Policy. Initially, these families will be housed in various accommodation bases, known as the transit estate, before moving to permanent homes within the community. Over the next nine months, Mears will assist service users in securing private rental homes across the UK. This position is part of the housing team, collectively responsible for supporting frontline delivery and meeting contractual requirements. As a Housing Advisor, you will play a crucial role in providing housing solutions and delivering exceptional service to our service users and the community. You will assist Afghan families in finding suitable homes in the private rental market. Additionally, you will identify new partnership opportunities while ensuring excellent customer service, performance, and full compliance with the contract. As a Housing Advisor, you will discuss options with family households and single person households, to help facilitate a seamless move. Taking the service users through the whole journey from understanding their needs to securing the property and moving in. You will deliver personalised support to service users through bespoke casework and facilitating housing drop-in clinics. We will work in partnership with the receiving LA to ensure required support will be in place once a property is agreed. What are we looking for? <ul><li>Previous experience working within the housing sector / working with vulnerable people</li><li>Previous experience working within the refugee sector would be ideal</li><li>A thorough understanding of the UK benefit system</li><li>Deadline management</li><li>Strong interpersonal communication skills</li><li>Ability to build internal relationships, and manage dispersed teams</li><li>Negotiation knowledge</li><li>IT literate</li><li>Excellent communication</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. Benefits we can offer you <ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)</li><li>Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!</li><li>Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.</li><li>Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more</li><li>Family friendly policies</li><li>Choice of company car or car allowance </li><li>Access to EAP Counselling sessions</li></ul>If you feel you have skills and experience needed, please apply via the link below. If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Beth on <a href="mailto:beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk</a>. We look forward to hearing from you soon. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Mears Group is a Disability Confident employer and recognises our people as our greatest asset, we hire individuality, recognising and valuing everyone is individual and ensuring equal access to opportunities for all regardless of social economic background or individual make up. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before employment.

The Vacancy Full time, 37 hours a week. Working a mix of early and late shifts including weekends and bank holidays. Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you. You will be working as part of a team to provide support to our homeless clients. You will love helping others and enjoy supporting individuals to achieve their goals and to become more independent. Your positive attitude towards your work and others will help to contribute to a great working environment. You will have a calm and personable manner and be able to handle potentially difficult situations. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>You will have your own caseload of clients to manage and will work with them on a one to one basis</li> <li>You will identify their needs by listening to them and put together a support plan which is equally achievable and realistic for them</li> <li>You will encourage their involvement in personal progression in the form of education, training, employment activity or volunteering</li> <li>You will help them improve their practical skills in areas such as budgeting, shopping, cooking and housework</li> <li>You will work with external partners (such as colleges) to maximise the opportunities available to clients so that they can resettle in the community</li> <li>You will be extremely conscientious in areas such as safeguarding and lone working</li> <li>You will help clients to access the benefits they are entitled to claim</li> <li>Help to maintain a welcoming, safe environment, identifying and minimising all potential risks to users of the premises and the organisation and property</li> <li>Maintain client records using relevant systems to a good standard</li> <li>Work in accordance with the Health and Safety regulations and all policies and procedures</li> <li>Attend supervision, appraisal, training and meetings as directed which may be outside your normal working pattern</li> <li>Work flexibly across all areas of operation where required and prior notice given</li> <li>You will carry out ad hoc housekeeping tasks where required</li> <li>Any other reasonable task as requested by a member of staff</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR ROLE (Minimum requirements on appointment to this job) Previous experience in this type of work is not essential but you will have a real passion for wanting to work with homeless people. Your values will match ours, you will be committed to helping others and enjoy the real job satisfaction that this brings. <ul> <li>Clear verbal and written English</li> <li>Good IT and keyboard skills</li> <li>Polite, assertive manner, ability to self -motivate</li> <li>Passion for working in a client/customer facing role</li> <li>Knowledge of the benefits system and tenancy legislation</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Benefits Annual appraisals Child care vouchers Pension with life cover Extra mile awards Employee assistance programme Shopping vouchers Our Gallery Previous Next

Homeless Support Worker

The Vacancy Full time, 37 hours a week. Shift work including earlies, lates and one weekend in four Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you. You will be working as part of a team to provide support to our homeless clients. You will love helping others and enjoy supporting individuals to achieve their goals and to become more independent. Your positive attitude towards your work and others will help to contribute to a great working environment. You will have a calm and personable manner and be able to handle potentially difficult situations. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>You will support clients by prompting and helping them to attend appointments</li> <li>You will encourage their involvement in personal progression in the form of education, training, employment activity or volunteering.</li> <li>You will help them develop their practical skills in areas such as budgeting, shopping, cooking and housework, laundry, health and hygiene</li> <li>You will work with external partners (such as colleges) to maximise the opportunities available to clients so that they can resettle in the community. </li> <li>Empower clients to achieve the outcomes they identify as desirable for independent living including involvement in practical tasks within the hostel such as basic maintenance/ room decoration</li> <li>Involve clients in the smooth running if the hostel environment</li> <li>Help to maintain a welcoming, safe environment, identifying and minimising all potential risks to users of the premises and the organisation and property</li> <li>Maintain client records using relevant systems to a good standard</li> <li>Work in accordance with the Health and Safety regulations and all policies and procedures</li> <li>Attend supervision, appraisal, training and meetings as directed which may be outside your normal working pattern</li> <li>Any other reasonable task as requested by a member of staff</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR ROLE (Minimum requirements on appointment to this job) Previous experience in this type of work is not essential but you will have a real passion for wanting to work with homeless people. Your values will match ours, you will be committed to helping others and enjoy the real job satisfaction that this brings. <ul> <li>Clear verbal and written English</li> <li>Good IT and keyboard skills</li> <li>Polite, assertive manner, ability to self -motivate</li> <li>Passion for working in a client/customer facing role</li> <li>Knowledge of the benefits system and tenancy legislation</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Benefits Annual appraisals Child care vouchers Pension with life cover Extra mile awards Employee assistance programme Shopping vouchers Our Gallery Previous Next

Assistant Homeless Support Worker

Job Description We have a new opportunity for an Estate Assistant to join our team on a permanent, full time basis covering the Basingstoke area. About the role: As aMobile Estate Assistant at Guinness, you will be responsible for providing high quality garden services to several of our housing schemes in Basingstoke and the surrounding areas. This will include cleaning internal communal areas and keeping external areas well maintained such as refuse removal and ground's maintenance of our communal green spaces. This opportunity is a full-time, permanent position working 35 hours per week. Essential: <ul> <li>Proven professional experience of delivering grounds maintenance across a variety of sites and garden types.</li> <li>Experience and knowledge of lawn, shrub, and plant care.</li> <li>Proven experience of achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.</li> <li>Ability to carry out physical tasks within Health and Safety guidelines.</li> <li>Able to work effectively within a team.</li> <li>Ability to use all equipment safely and effectively.</li> <li>Ability to work effectively without high levels of supervision.</li> <li>Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, including COSHH and PPE.</li> <li>Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours.</li> <li>A full UK driving license. </li></ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>An understanding of how to use mobile working devices, e.g. tablets.</li> <li>Knowledge and experience of the safe and regulatory use of horticultural fungicides and pesticides. </li></ul>Desirable qualifications <ul> <li>NVQ 2 or 3 in Horticulture of RHS/City and Guilds/HND equivalent.</li> <li>PA1, PA4b and PA6 NPTC Certificates</li></ul>If you are interested in joining us and would like to apply for this role, please review the role profile to view all the key responsibilities and to ensure you meet the essential criteria. INDTGP TJTGP About Us The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing and care services in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for around 140,000 customers nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our customers, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Estate Assistant

The Vacancy Are you looking for a challenge where you are able to support the team to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you. You will be working as part of a team at our Day Centre to support clients who are homeless or are in unstable accommodation. You will love helping others, including clients and the staff team. Your positive attitude towards everyday tasks and towards others will help to contribute to a great working environment. You will have a calm and personable manner and be able to handle potentially difficult situations with support from the staff team. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>Provide a welcoming environment for rough sleepers and those facing homelessness or who are living in unstable accommodation</li> <li>Provide sound knowledge of local services; signpost and refer clients as their needs are identified</li> <li>Have a sound working knowledge of professional safeguarding responsibilities, raise any concerns with the day centre team without delay</li> <li>Maintain the day centre's daily facilities including laundry and cleaning and gardening</li> <li>Provide practical support to clients in the Hub accommodation, including preparing rooms and welfare packs</li> <li>Provide 1-1 support for those in accommodation within the vicinity, including daily welfare checks, and respond to issues appropriately and efficiently</li> <li>Carry out health and safety checks of the building, and associated tasks such as fire alarm testing</li> <li>Manage difficult situations with clients, ensuring that they feel listened too at all times</li> <li>Any other reasonable duties required in the interests of the organisation</li> <li>Assist local authority and partners to engage with isolated hard to engage client,</li> <li>Practice in a non-discriminative and person centred approach,</li> <li>Have an understanding of the 'blue light principles' and how this approach benefits or clients.</li> <li>Managing conflict and being resilient to high emotions.</li> <li>Recognising physiological needs.</li> <li>Any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR ROLE (Minimum requirements on appointment to this job) <ul> <li>Clear verbal and written English</li> <li>Good IT and keyboard skills</li> <li>Polite, assertive manner, ability to self -motivate</li> <li>Passion for working in a client/customer facing role</li> <li>Knowledge of the benefits system and tenancy legislation</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies</li> <li>Flexible approach to what is required from the role</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Benefits Annual appraisals Child care vouchers Pension with life cover Extra mile awards Employee assistance programme Shopping vouchers Our Gallery Previous Next

Job summary Are you driven to tackling mental health-inequalities in our diverse multi-cultural homeless population in Southampton? If you're someone who is passionate about providing high-quality holistic care and advocating for marginalised societal groups, then don't miss your opportunity to apply for this unique and varied role within our Homeless Health Care Team. We welcome applications from Registered Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers, Allied Health Professionals (AHP) including Occupational Therapists or Art/ Music Therapists. Main duties of the job You will have a good range of mental health knowledge and experience working with individuals who have experienced mental health issues. You will be responsible for care-coordinating a small caseload of service users who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness who find it difficult to engage with mental health and drug &amp; alcohol services. You will have experience in assessing and formulating individual intervention plans and outcome measures for adults with complex biopsychosocial problems and have current knowledge of NHS policies and practices in mental health. You will work in a strengths-based and recovery-focussed way to support services users to meet their mental health needs. You will have excellent communication skills to enable you to foster relationships and engage with a variety of individuals from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds and partner agencies including CGL, Probation services and Southampton City Council local authority. You will contribute to weekly multidisciplinary team meetings and work in partnership with colleagues to evaluate care plans. You will be a positive role-model, reflecting a commitment to maintaining a culture of learning from incidents and valuing two-way feedback. You will be responsible for providing supervision arrangements, to ensure practitioners are offered opportunities to develop their skills, knowledge and keep up-to-date with current practice. About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>Qualified as a registered mental health nurse, occupational therapist or social worker.</li> </ul>Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>Qualified as a registered mental health nurse, occupational therapist or social worker.</li> </ul>Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address College Keep 4-12 Terminus Terrace Southampton Hampshire SO14 3DT Employer's website

Mental Health Practitioner- Homeless Health Care

Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you'd like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we're looking for! Job Role: Support Worker (Supported Housing &amp; Outreach) Salary: £19,600 per year (full time equivalent £24,500) Hours: 30 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Basingstoke Additional information: <ul><li>Valid driver's license and access to a car for business purposes</li><li>Participation in an Outreach rota which may include working early mornings, evenings and weekends</li><li>Participation in an on-call, out-of-hours rota (£100 per week when on-call)</li></ul>The Role: In this role, you'll be supporting individuals who have experienced homelessness and are now navigating the final steps of their journey toward stability. You'll take the lead in managing referrals into the service, conducting assessments, and providing tailored, empowering support to help clients maintain their accommodation and achieve meaningful, positive changes in their lives. Working across four units of accommodation located within two neighbouring properties, you'll focus on fostering resilience, building essential skills, and guiding clients toward greater independence. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to outreach efforts for those currently homeless, provide in-reach support to residents in accommodation, and assist individuals with complex needs within the homeless pathway. Responsibilities include: <ul><li>Manage referrals and assess clients, offering tailored support to help them maintain accommodation and work towards long-term independence</li><li>Build effective relationships with partner agencies to deliver multi-agency support plans</li><li>Keep accurate and timely records of all client interactions</li><li>Empower a caseload of clients, to identify their strengths and goals, and develop their skills, confidence and well-being</li><li>Since job descriptions cannot be exhaustive; the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities</li></ul>Qualifications / Requirements: <ul><li>A valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle - business insurance will be required for roles involving travel to work</li><li>Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or people with complex needs</li><li>Ability to build effective relationships with clients and services in order to develop pathways to enable clients to make positive changes</li></ul>There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators</li><li>Wellbeing related support and advice and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment</li><li>30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops</li><li>20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops</li><li>For all the fantastic and valuable work you'll be doing makes you eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands</li><li>A generous and competitive pension scheme</li><li>Instant access to healthcare professionals and discounts on a variety of health treatments through our Simply Health Scheme</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li><li>6 weekly Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators</li></ul>Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion &amp; Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. DBS Checks We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. Get in touch If you have any questions about the Support Worker, please get in touch with the team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk</a>. We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don't miss out!

Support Worker (Supported Housing & Outreach)

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are recruiting for a House Manager to join our team at our Coppice Gate development based in Dibden Purlieu. Built in 2016, Coppice Gate is a Retirement Living development that consists of 32 apartments with the over 60's in mind, providing excellent on-site facilities and set within beautiful grounds. Hours: 30 hours per week - Monday to Friday. Salary: £21,490.34 per annum, plus benefits Contract Type: Permanent Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>Why join? Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of May 2024, McCarthy Stone operates 538 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2024 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

House Manager

Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for a detailed job description of the role. Open only to applicants from Hampshire &amp; Isle of Wight NHS Integrated Care System, which is limited to: Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS FT, South Central Ambulance Service, or Hampshire Hospitals FT. This role will transfer to UHS Estates Ltd (UEL) from 1stApril 2025. UEL is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University Hospital Southampton NHS foundation Trust. The job description, terms and benefits associated with the role will not change as a result of this transfer. Main duties of the job Are you looking for a new challenge? A unique role has become vacant, and we are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Tenant Liaison Manager to join the Estates, Facilities &amp; Capital Development department (EFCD) at University Hospital Southampton. EFCD plays a critical role in supporting the hospital and provides a diverse range of services including strategic estate planning, capital projects, estate maintenance, estates compliance and a whole host of soft facilities management including clinical engineering and sustainability. You will be a key member of the Compliance team, working on your own initiative as well as being part of the wider EFCD team. The successful candidate will facilitate and manage the integration &amp; relationships between our employees and the day-to-day management teams of the Landlord sites where the Trust is a tenant. To ensure the safe and effective delivery of estates and facilities management. This role will involve travelling between to our local hospitals, support sites and to other organisations and groups. As an organisation, UHS offers fantastic training and career development opportunities. Our people are central to the vision of the organisation, and our annual staff survey results reflect our commitment to developing your career. About us As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Job description Job responsibilities The role is to facilitate the integration between the Trusts users and the day-to-day management teams of the Landlord at each site where the Trust is a tenant. You will be the main point of contact for tenant liaison and coordination for the Trusts users and Landlords dealing with day-to-day and complex estate challenges. You will provide professional leadership and support to a wide range of staff at differing grades both clinical and non-clinical. This will involve working across a multiple portfolio of sites to ensure the built environment is at a level that is acceptable to the Trust and be responsible for the escalation of any compliance or legal and statutory information issues to the Landlord and escalating any outstanding actions as appropriate. This role requires good organisational skills together and effective problem-solving skills including the ability to plan, organise and resolve numerous complex tasks which may involve both challenging and conflicting components. The post holder will be required to work at various sites and will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle to enable travel between sites. Job description Job responsibilities The role is to facilitate the integration between the Trusts users and the day-to-day management teams of the Landlord at each site where the Trust is a tenant. You will be the main point of contact for tenant liaison and coordination for the Trusts users and Landlords dealing with day-to-day and complex estate challenges. You will provide professional leadership and support to a wide range of staff at differing grades both clinical and non-clinical. This will involve working across a multiple portfolio of sites to ensure the built environment is at a level that is acceptable to the Trust and be responsible for the escalation of any compliance or legal and statutory information issues to the Landlord and escalating any outstanding actions as appropriate. This role requires good organisational skills together and effective problem-solving skills including the ability to plan, organise and resolve numerous complex tasks which may involve both challenging and conflicting components. The post holder will be required to work at various sites and will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle to enable travel between sites. Person Specification Qualifications / training required Essential <ul> <li>Educated to degree level or demonstratable equivalent level of expertise and knowledge obtained from previous relevant experience in this field</li> <li>Computer Literate with working knowledge of MS Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Spreadsheets.</li> <li>Previous experience of maintaining data using a Computer-aided facilities management system(CAFM). To ensure accurate and timely data input and management.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Health and safety training qualification e.g., IOSH with proven certification</li> </ul> Previous or relevant experience necessary Essential <ul> <li>Minimum 3 years' experience in Estates and Facilities Management</li> <li>Experience in a similar role</li> <li>Experience of working with a wide range of people in different roles and at different levels of seniority both internal and external</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Experience in a healthcare setting</li> </ul> Values and behaviours Essential <ul> <li>Patients First</li> <li>Always Improving</li> <li>Working Together</li> </ul>Person Specification Qualifications / training required Essential <ul> <li>Educated to degree level or demonstratable equivalent level of expertise and knowledge obtained from previous relevant experience in this field</li> <li>Computer Literate with working knowledge of MS Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Spreadsheets.</li> <li>Previous experience of maintaining data using a Computer-aided facilities management system(CAFM). To ensure accurate and timely data input and management.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Health and safety training qualification e.g., IOSH with proven certification</li> </ul> Previous or relevant experience necessary Essential <ul> <li>Minimum 3 years' experience in Estates and Facilities Management</li> <li>Experience in a similar role</li> <li>Experience of working with a wide range of people in different roles and at different levels of seniority both internal and external</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Experience in a healthcare setting</li> </ul> Values and behaviours Essential <ul> <li>Patients First</li> <li>Always Improving</li> <li>Working Together</li> </ul>Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . Employer details Employer name University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address Southampton General Hospital Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website

Tenant Liaison Manager

The Vacancy JOB PURPOSE Hours: Mix of Early/Late shifts - Monday to Friday Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you. You will be working as part of a team to provide support to our homeless clients. You will love helping others and enjoy supporting individuals to achieve their goals and to become more independent. Your positive attitude towards your work and others will help to contribute to a great working environment. You will have a calm and personable manner and be able to handle potentially difficult situations. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>You will have your own caseload of clients to manage and will work with them on a one to one basis. You will identify their needs by listening to them and put together a client needs assessment and manage risks.</li> <li>Carrying out housing management duties such as collecting service charges at various locations</li> <li>Covering Health and Safety duties at various locations</li> <li>Support to move clients on from accommodation services to suitable accommodation options</li> <li>You will mediate and or negotiate with existing housing providers to help prevent homelessness</li> <li>You will help and support individuals by providing advice on housing, welfare benefits, rent deposits and household goods via a variety of schemes.</li> <li>You will help clients with the practicalities of moving to new accommodation, such as contacting energy suppliers</li> <li>You will encourage individuals to develop practical skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, housework, laundry, personal health and hygiene</li> <li>Carrying out drop in sessions at designated locations.</li> <li>Liaise with colleges, training agencies, employers to help clients to gain access to education, find work or maintain their benefit entitlement</li> <li>Advise client on appropriate agencies to contact i.e. debt and housing issues</li> <li>Travel and cover services across a geographical patch as and when required</li> <li>Any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE &amp; ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR ROLE (Minimum requirements on appointment to this job) Previous experience in this sector is not essential but you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for wanting to work with vulnerable people in the homeless sector. Our values will be aligned to your own ethics and ideals and you will be committed to changing the life of others for the better. <ul> <li>Clear verbal and written English</li> <li>Good IT and keyboard skills</li> <li>Polite, assertive manner, ability to self -motivate</li> <li>Passion for working in a client/customer facing role</li> <li>Knowledge of the benefits system and tenancy legislation</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies</li> <li>Flexible approach to what is required from the role</li></ul>Full drivers licence and access to a vehicle is desirable for this role but not essential We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Benefits Annual appraisals Child care vouchers Pension with life cover Extra mile awards Employee assistance programme Shopping vouchers Our Gallery Previous Next

The Vacancy JOB PURPOSE Early outreach hours, some days from 7am - Community support days can be negotiated over four/five days Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you. You will be working as part of a team to provide support to our homeless clients. You will love helping others and enjoy supporting individuals to achieve their goals and to become more independent. Your positive attitude towards your work and others will help to contribute to a great working environment. You will have a calm and personable manner and be able to handle potentially difficult situations. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>You will have your own caseload of clients to manage and will work with them on a one to one basis. You will identify their needs by listening to them and put together a client needs assessment and manage risks.</li> <li>Carrying out housing management duties such as collecting service charges at various locations</li> <li>Covering Health and Safety duties at various locations</li> <li>Support to move clients on from accommodation services to suitable accommodation options</li> <li>You will mediate and or negotiate with existing housing providers to help prevent homelessness</li> <li>You will help and support individuals by providing advice on housing, welfare benefits, rent deposits and household goods via a variety of schemes.</li> <li>You will help clients with the practicalities of moving to new accommodation, such as contacting energy suppliers</li> <li>You will encourage individuals to develop practical skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, housework, laundry, personal health and hygiene</li> <li>Carrying out drop in sessions at designated locations.</li> <li>Liaise with colleges, training agencies, employers to help clients to gain access to education, find work or maintain their benefit entitlement</li> <li>Advise client on appropriate agencies to contact i.e. debt and housing issues</li> <li>Travel and cover services across a geographical patch as and when required</li></ul>Any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR ROLE (Minimum requirements on appointment to this job) Previous experience in this sector is not essential but you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for wanting to work with vulnerable people in the homeless sector. Our values will be aligned to your own ethics and ideals and you will be committed to changing the life of others for the better. <ul> <li>Clear verbal and written English</li> <li>Good IT and keyboard skills</li> <li>Polite, assertive manner, ability to self -motivate</li> <li>Passion for working in a client/customer facing role</li> <li>Knowledge of the benefits system and tenancy legislation</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies</li> <li>Flexible approach to what is required from the role</li></ul>A full driver's licence and access to you own vehicle is essential for this role We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Benefits Annual appraisals Child care vouchers Pension with life cover Extra mile awards Employee assistance programme Shopping vouchers Our Gallery Previous Next

Homeless Recovery Worker

Who we are VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation. What we do We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do. Location: Home based but located close to Larkhill, SP4 8NR Salary: Competitive + Company car/Car allowance Full time, Permanent Quantity Surveyor - Driving Commercial Excellence in Facilities Management Are you a skilled professional with expertise in cost management and contract compliance? As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects by maintaining commercial control, fostering strong stakeholder relationships, and driving value for money across all operations. In this role, you will inspire confidence and professionalism, motivating your team to excel and ensuring outstanding delivery under the VIVO contract. You will build robust relationships with key stakeholders, lead by example, and set high standards of quality and efficiency. Your ability to make sound decisions, maintain focus in dynamic environments, and deliver measurable results will contribute to the success of our mission. This is an opportunity to leverage your commercial acumen and leadership skills to deliver impactful solutions while upholding our commitment to sustainability and excellence. Join us as a Quantity Surveyor and drive success in a challenging, rewarding environment. In this role, you will adhere to all Health and Safety and Sustainability policies, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company procedures. You will work collaboratively with client personnel, fostering effective relationships to streamline contract management and ensure that all commercial documentation and reports are completed to the highest standards. Your technical expertise will involve providing cost advice for Core and Additional Services, ensuring contract processes are followed, and attending risk meetings to manage and mitigate risks. You will actively support sustainable practices, promoting carbon reduction and utility consumption initiatives in line with the Ministry of Defence's goals. People management is integral to this role. You will liaise closely with site and area management teams, DIO, and end users, ensuring all team members understand their responsibilities and obligations under the service delivery contract. Through effective communication, you will instil confidence in stakeholders, negotiate persuasively, and provide guidance on contract particulars. You will support the operational teams in dispute avoidance and resolution, offering commercial insights to optimize performance. Commercially, you will lead change management under the FDIS Contract, ensuring that stakeholder timelines are met. Your responsibilities will include managing supplier payments, monitoring supply chain performance, and assisting in developing and implementing risk management procedures. You will also prepare monthly cost reports, price Core and Additional Services to meet contract requirements, and ensure adjudications are performed accurately and efficiently. What You Need To Do The Job You should have commercial experience in social housing, property maintenance, or a related field, with expertise in developing cost models, risk analysis, work proposals, and dispute resolution. Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are essential, alongside the ability to maintain collaborative working environments and prevent fraud. A qualification at HND/Foundation Degree level in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent experience, is required. Knowledge of facilities management or commercial construction, particularly in handling large or concurrent smaller projects, will be advantageous. Experience in a social housing environment, familiarity with BS11000 Collaborative Business Relationships, and knowledge of utility consumption reduction will set you apart. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and membership in a professional body are advantageous. What We Offer: <ul> <li>6% employee matched pension contribution</li> <li>25 days annual leave</li> <li>Single private medical cover</li> <li>Company car/car allowance</li> <li>Rewards Hub</li></ul>VIVO Defence Services The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process. At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. If candidates wish to request extra time to apply then they should contact 0345 010 4000 and ask to speak to a VIVO Recruiter.

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