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The role This is a part time role at 25 Hours per week. Reporting into a Team Manager, you will provide a front line service to our Independent Living Sheltered, Extra Care and/or Over-55s schemes. Working in the Brighton Area. This is a meaningful role in which you'll provide effective housing management and support services to older residents within defined policies and procedures and in accordance with agreed standards. You'll ensure customers' needs are met and strategic objectives and team plans are successfully delivered. Ensuring schemes and services are safe and well-managed to establish that our residents are supported to live independently within active communities. You'll be flexible to working across a broad geographic area and attend meetings outside of your core working hours may be required. To support your residents, you will be required to be visible and work at your schemes and our offices. You will also support with the lettings process, which includes, conducting viewings, assessments, and sign ups as and when required. What you'll need <ul> <li>Understanding of the diverse needs of older people</li> <li>Able to develop partnership working internally and with other agencies to generate effective solutions to problems</li> <li>Ability to manage time &amp; tasks effectively, work well under pressure both individually and in a team</li> <li>Customer-focused and experience of providing excellent customer care</li> <li>Able to work flexibly and can prioritise work to meet deadlines and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision</li> <li>Able to receive and respond to customer feedback and complaints professionally at all times</li> <li>A commitment to taking personal responsibility for sharing information</li></ul>In your supporting statement, it is important that you address how you meet each of the above criteria providing real examples. Closing date for applications: Monday 27th January 2025 at 23:59 Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time if we receive a high volume of applications. About us At Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own!We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people's lives. A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too. What's in it for you Pension Life assurance Healthcare cash plan Eyecare &amp; dental Birthday leave Retailers discounts Cycle to work Buy &amp; sell annual leave Season ticket loan In-house academy &amp; career development Flexible working Inclusion &amp; Diversity We work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture and environment where people are respected for who they are. Encouraging inclusion is not just about protected characteristics, it's about celebrating differences of thought, opinion, experience and perspective of each individual. We're all different in our own way and we want our colleagues to feel comfortable, that they belong, and are safe to be themselves at work, without fear of being judged or excluded, but valued for their contribution to our One Team approach.

Scheme Housing Officer

The Vacancy Full time, 37 hours a week. Will include a mix of early, late and weekend shifts including bank holidays. Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower young 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 young people between 16-25 years old across three services in Portsmouth. 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, put together a client needs assessment and manage risks.</li> <li>Carrying out housing management and health and safety tasks as required</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>Work closely with other agencies involved in the clients' support such as social services or CAMHS to ensure all areas of need are met</li> <li>To build and maintain a good knowledge of local specialist services and opportunities to which clients can be signposted when appropriate such as for debt advice or peer support groups.</li> <li>Be prepared to undertake role across 3 young peoples' services in the local area if needed</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) Previous experience in this sector is not essential but you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for wanting to work with vulnerable young 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> <li>Access to your own vehicle would be preferable</li></ul>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 (Young People)

The Vacancy Full time, 37 hours a week 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 across two services. 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 and will identify their needs by listening to them and put together a support plan which is equally achievable and realistic for them.</li> <li>Encourage their involvement in personal progression in the form of education, training, employment activity or volunteering, where appropriate.</li> <li>Help them improve their practical skills in areas such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, housework, laundry, health &amp; hygiene</li> <li>Offer support to clients to address all issues leading to their homelessness ie, substance use, mental health or debt and access the benefits they are entitled to claim</li> <li>Attend meetings to support your clients, where appropriate and required</li> <li>Work with external partners to maximise the opportunities available to clients so that they can resettle in the community.</li> <li>Be extremely conscientious in areas such as safeguarding and lone working</li> <li>Maintain a welcoming, safe environment, identifying and minimising all potential risks to users of the premises and the organisation and property</li> <li>Update 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 of your normal working pattern</li> <li>Work flexibly across all areas of operation where required and prior notice given</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>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

Accommodation Assistant Location: Mill Rythe Coastal Village, Hayling Island, Hampshire Salary: £11.44 per hour- Paid weekly! Contract: Seasonal contract- variable hours Who are we? Away Resorts are shaking up the industry and setting the new standards for what to expect from a UK Holiday Park. With 27 parks and resorts around the UK, our Parks are jaw dropping not only in its views but also what it offers our Guests. We are famous for our Accommodation, from exclusive units you will only find at Away Resorts, down to our own bespoke scent. Our attention to detail is second to none, so much so, that when our Guests open the door, they go "Wow!" However, what really makes us special is our Team of people making all this happen, we are a growing business and are now on the lookout for a Guest Experience Manager that cares about their Teams and Guests as much as we do! Our Mill Rythe resort, set on a peaceful estuary, has undergone a stunning £10m refurbishment with our stunning cocktail bar, The Missing Squirrel! As well as our incredible new restaurant The Green Room. So, whether you are looking for the next step in your career or simply a new challenge, find out more here <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.awayresorts.co.uk/</a> What we can offer you Enjoy some great benefits, including: <ul><li>A great working environment - We work hard but have fun along the way</li><li>Competitive salary with bonuses</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Up to 50% Discounts on Away Resorts holidays with offers for friends &amp; family to also enjoy</li><li>20% On-park discounts</li><li>Monthly Team incentives</li><li>Career Development - if you are hungry for more, we have a proven track record in investing into our team members</li></ul>What we need in a nutshell We want you to make our guest accommodation so clean that when guests open their door for the first time, we can hear them say "Wow!" What you'll be doing You'll be preparing guest accommodation to our high standards - and then a little higher. This includes: <ul><li>changing beds </li><li>vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bedrooms and living spaces </li><li>cleaning and restocking bathrooms and kitchens </li></ul>One more thing...holidays happen at holiday times so you'll need to work your magic on bank holidays and weekends too. Skills, experience and qualities you'll need We aim to deliver delight to our guests and to do this, you will need to: <ul><li>Be comfortable working to deadlines as part of a busy team </li><li>Care about the smallest detail and demonstrate the highest of standards </li><li>Have a friendly and helpful attitude </li></ul>It's the icing on the cake if you have experience, but don't worry if you don't, we provide lots of training. We have a can-do, people-centred ethos at Away Resorts and we look for certain qualities in our team members. Have a read about it and see if you fit the bill. Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts, check us out at <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers</a>. Our promise to you Holiday Heroes come with all sorts of different super-powers, and we welcome them all! After all, wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? We embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. We love that everyone comes from different backgrounds, allowing us to grow and inspire each other. We'll never accept any form of discrimination and we'll forever strive not just for our product to be unique but our people too. In short, we want to bring your whole self to work! Good Luck!

Accommodation Assistant

About The Role MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE The Review Meeting is central to the Review process. It is where matters arising from the Review reports can be properly explored. The deliberations of the Review Meeting and the contents of the Review Report inform the Independent Review Officers recommendation regarding the Foster Carers' continuing approval as a Foster Carer and their Terms of Approval. Area needed - Hampshire &amp; Dorset ESSENTIAL DUTIES <ol> <li>Critically read the Review paperwork sent to them prior to the Review Meeting.</li> <li>Identify salient areas that should be discussed at the Review Meeting and any matters that need to be explored with relevant parties beforehand (via SSW/Line Manager).</li> <li>Formulate an agenda covering all pertinent areas to be covered in the Review Meeting.</li> <li>Chair the meeting in a facilitative, inclusive and rigorous manner.</li> <li>Draw out key matters explored in the Review Meeting.</li> <li>Make a substantiated and properly evidenced recommendation, drawing on the deliberation of the Review Meeting and the Review paperwork (using TSD Standards/Fostering Competencies).</li> <li>Complete Report /Detailed Review Meating Minutes ensuring that all the above have been covered.</li> <li>Where issues of professional practice arise in respect of staff or carers pertaining to their capability, performance or conduct, the reviewing officer must bring these to the attention of the regions Head of Fostering.</li></ol> CHECKLIST The following advises of areas for discussion during the Foster Carers Review. The list is not intended to be exhaustive and should be considered along with the information included in the Review paperwork: <ol> <li>Strengths of Foster Carers.</li> <li>Outstanding actions from the last Review.</li> <li>Significant changes since the last Review, including employment/finances/house moves/health issues/household composition/impact of fostering on the family.</li> <li>Emergency Placements/Exemptions in line with Regulations.</li> <li>Issues emerging from updated statutory checks.</li> <li>H &amp; S/Risk Assessments, etc.</li> <li>Any gaps in meeting/maintaining standards/competencies.</li> <li>Complaints/Allegations.</li> <li>Training and Development.</li> <li>Communication/Recording</li> <li>Any changes to Approval and evidence to support any disagreements.</li> <li>Additional support needs if a change of approval is being recommended.</li> <li>Future Actions:</li> <li>Referral to the Fostering Panel</li> <li>Training and Development needs</li> <li>Outstanding H &amp; S/Safe Care</li> <li>Requirement for Re-assessment</li></ol> Others as identified during the Review Meeting. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As we continue to grow, we know that we must have the most talented employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our children and young people.

Independent Reviewing Officer

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 Caen Stone Court development based in Arundel, West Sussex. Built in 2009, Caen Stone Court is a Retirement Living development that consists of 24 apartments with the over 60's in mind, providing excellent on-site facilities and set within beautiful grounds. Hours: 20 hours per week - Monday to Friday. Salary: £14,326.89 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>As part of McCarthy &amp; Stone Management Services, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Why join? McCarthy Stone has been officially recognised as a great place to work! This is a hugely rewarding role and a career to be proud of, where every day you will go home knowing you made a positive difference to the lives of older people. 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. We do not offer sponsorship; we will only be considering UK based applications. 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

The Vacancy We're VIVID! - We're the fifth largest developer of new homes amongst housing associations in England, having built over 1,500 last year. We are a Not for Profit Registered Housing Provider with a new build development programme that delivers over 1500 new homes every year. The programme comprises the delivery of new homes via S106 opportunities, JV Partnerships and a land led Vivid delivery programme. We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Commercial Manager/ Senior Surveyor to join our expanding Land and New Business Team in Portsmouth. This is a full time, permanent role working 37 hours per week. The Land and New Business Team leads the delivery of the new homes programme and is responsible for acquiring new opportunities and setting in place build contracts for the delivery of these projects. The role of Commercial Manager will primarily focus on supporting the delivery of a number of significant schemes already in the pipeline and will also provide commercial and surveying input into new acquisition opportunities. Reporting to the Senior Regeneration Specialist, this is a new role within the Business and as such, is an opportunity for individuals to create and craft the role and to set out and define a pathway for the future. Want to know what we can offer you? <ul> <li>26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with the opportunity to buy or sell annual leave </li> <li>A productivity-related bonus scheme to enhance your take-home </li> <li>A generous contributory pension of 6%. We'll match employee contributions between 7% and 10% </li> <li>Life assurance paid at x 3 annual salary </li> <li>Private medical insurance </li> <li>Health care cash plan called Medicash </li> <li>Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave </li> <li>Access to counselling, legal and financial information </li> <li>Electric car scheme </li> <li>Huge variety of in-house &amp; e-learning courses and a range of coaching and mentoring programmes </li></ul>Here's the facts about the role: The Commercial Manager will be responsible for overseeing commercial aspects of these residential developments, ensuring financial viability, buildability, and maximizing value for money for VIVID. Ideally, you will have worked within the new homes residential sector and involved in the delivery of developments, as a surveyor or commercial manager and will need to display an understanding of current build costs, cost planning and cashflow management, build estimates and build contracts. You'll need to demonstrate an understanding and proficiency with financial models and appraisal systems within the Development arena. A knowledge of Registered Provider operations would be preferable but not essential. Responsibilities include: <ul> <li>Financial Management: Oversee project budgets, cost control, and financial reporting on all current live projects. Ensure projects are delivered within budget and on time. Provide and Manage reporting on Value for Money</li> <li>Contract Management: Working with Employers Agents work jointly to procure Contractors for the New Build programme, establishing appropriate contracts, appointment compliance with new and future legislation. Work with EA's to cost manage live projects and report on contract progress and costs.</li> <li>Risk Management: Identify and mitigate commercial risks associated with projects. Develop strategies to minimize financial exposure. Identify opportunities for costs savings but also review how best to integrate new Business strategies such as Future Homes into developments.</li> <li>Tendering and Procurement: Manage the tendering process in collaboration with others, including preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts with Main Contractors.</li> <li>Contract Administration: Work with EA's to oversee the administration of contracts, including preparing and issuing contract documents, managing variations, and resolving disputes. Where relevant, appoint consultants, manage costs and invoices.</li> <li>Valuations and Payments: Sign off on behalf of Vivid interim valuations and final accounts. Ensure timely and accurate payments to contractors and consultants.</li> <li>Procurement: Work with internal colleagues to assist in procuring new build suppliers and new products to enable the delivery of Business Case requirements</li> <li>Project Planning: Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to develop project plans and schedules. Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed.</li> <li>Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong relationships with Contractors, suppliers, and internal teams. Ensure clear communication and effective collaboration.</li> <li>Reporting: Prepare regular reports on project performance, financial status, and commercial activities. Present findings to senior management.</li> <li>Compliance: Ensure all commercial activities comply with relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.</li> <li>Health and Safety: The candidate will be required to manage and engage with Principal Designers (CDM) and (BSA), be actively managing the requirements for High-Risk Buildings and ensure that the Company provides processes to enable handover for customer, Sales and to Accountable persons.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; experience <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field. </li> <li>RICs certified would be beneficial but is not essential </li> <li>Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Surveyor, preferably within the housing or social housing sector. </li> <li>Strong financial acumen and analytical skills. </li> <li>Excellent negotiation and contract management abilities. </li> <li>Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. </li> <li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills. </li> <li>Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., MS Office, project management software, Proval, Argus, Sequel). </li></ul>A driving licence with a car available for business use is essential. The Company We're a leading provider of affordable homes and extensive support services in the south of England. We believe that everyone has the right to a safe and secure place to call home, and from the moment customers move into their VIVID home we're here to help with that and more. Our customers have access to a wide range of tailored advice to sustain their tenancies and look after their wellbeing. We invest in our homes and communities for the long-term, and this means in the quality, safety and energy efficiency of existing homes and neighbourhoods, with a firm focus on improving services so they're easy to use and access by our customers. We're addressing the shortage of affordable housing in the south, building the right type of homes to meet the needs of our local communities. We're the fifth largest developer of new homes amongst housing associations in England, having built over 1,500 last year. This is summed up in our vision "More homes, bright futures". Living VIVID We're ranked 91 in the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For and ranked 12 amongst housing associations. As a 'people' business, we work hard to create a high-performing and fun working environment. We invest in our people's development, whilst looking after their wellbeing with our award-winning initiatives. Buy / sell annual leave Pension scheme Smart working From 26 days holiday per year Private medical / medicash benefits Enhanced paternity / maternity leave Qualification funding support Electric car scheme Previous Next We're committed to diversity and inclusion, and want people from all walks of life to apply for our vacancies. We're a disability confident leader with disabled-friendly offices and we'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to help you; please note your needs on your application form. If you need additional support with your application, please get in touch with us on 02392 896758 or email <a href="mailto:HRrecruitment@vividhomes.co.uk" target="_blank">HRrecruitment@vividhomes.co.uk</a>. We'll be happy to help.

Commercial Manager - Social Housing

Community Engagement Officer Location: Home based with travel throughout the South East Contract Type: Permanent / Full time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: c. £30,000 Benefits: Generous annual leave allowance, salary exchange pension scheme, life assurance, occupational sick pay, dog friendly offices. Closing date: 07-07-2024 Are you a talented fundraiser who is motivated by bringing communities together to help change lives? This could be the role for you! Their mission is to change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. To help them create amazing partnerships, they need amazing people. There is an exciting opportunity for a Community Engagement Officer to join their dedicated Fundraising team. This is an incredible role at a prominent assistance dog charity where your role will be a part of their essential work that transforms lives every day. What you will do: A vital role in their Fundraising team, you will be working with individuals, organisations, schools, and small businesses in the local areas across the southern region to raise income and awareness for the charity. You will recruit, manage, and inspire fundraising volunteers to support them to raise much-needed funds. You will be passionate about stewarding existing relationships and cultivating new ones, ensuring an outstanding donor experience. Taking a proactive approach will be key to showcasing their work and charitable goals. What they are looking for: • Proven experience of effectively managing relationships across a range of audiences. • Experience of planning and running events. • Ability to create and support the development of new campaigns, initiatives and strategic plans. • Ability to manage a varied workload with initiative to prioritise. • Excellent organisational and time management skills. • Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills with the ability to engage and inspire. • Experience of creating, forecasting, and monitoring budgets to deliver against income and expenditure targets. • Ability to write reports and evaluations using data. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. • Experience in recording and maintaining information on a database. • Ideally, you will have experience in community fundraising or events management, with a successful track record in raising and securing income from a diverse range of funding streams. Experience of using Salesforce, supervising/managing people and up to date knowledge of fundraising regulations/legislation will be advantageous but not essential. • Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that their assistance dogs provide to their beneficiaries. They can offer you: • Generous annual leave allowance. • Salary exchange ('smart') pension scheme. • Charity sick pay. • Life assurance scheme. • Wellbeing portal. This role benefits from home-based working; regular travel throughout the southern region is essential to meet with their donors, beneficiaries, colleagues and other stakeholders. You must have a full UK driving licence and ability to travel in line with the requirements of the role (where applicable business travel will be claimable expenses). They will provide a laptop and mobile phone for use in the role. If this sounds like the perfect role for you, they would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role. Please be aware that they reserve the right to close this advert ahead of the closing date should they find a suitable candidate before this date. Please be assured that they contact all of their candidates on the outcome of their application, this may take longer if they receive high volumes of applications. 1st Interview: 12th July 2024, online. 2nd Interview: 19th July 2024, in person (location tbc). They recognise the benefit of diverse experiences, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. They are a disability confident committed employer. You may also have experience in the following: Engagement Support Specialist, Donor Relations Representative, Supporter Care Officer, Community Engagement Associate, Fundraising Support Executive, Donor Engagement Specialist, Supporter Liaison Officer, Client Experience Associate, Donor Interaction Coordinator, Fundraising Support Assistant, Community Outreach Officer, Supporter Relationship Coordinator, Engagement and Support Assistant, etc. REF-214 698

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