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About the job Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent Help Us Keep Our Housing Services Safe and Compliant Luton Council is seeking an experienced and proactive Health &amp; Safety Officer to join our Housing Asset Client team. This vital role supports our Building &amp; Technical Services (BTS) to ensure that all works-whether directly delivered or outsourced-meet the highest health and safety standards, in line with legislation, codes of practice, and council policy. You'll work closely with the Housing Asset Manager and the Senior Management Team, advising on all aspects of health and safety and contributing to the successful delivery of safe, sustainable housing services for our tenants, leaseholders, and the wider community. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Act as the Health &amp; Safety Officer across all housing operations within BTS</li><li>Ensure compliance with the Health &amp; Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM 2015, and related regulations</li><li>Serve as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations when required</li><li>Provide training, support, and expert guidance to staff, contractors, and tenants</li><li>Lead on risk assessments (including fire and stress risk), audits, and accident investigations</li><li>Monitor, review, and update health and safety policies in line with business needs and emerging legislation</li><li>Prepare and deliver clear reports, improvement plans, and formal investigations</li><li>Represent the Council in discussions with HSE, Fire Service, insurers, and other stakeholders</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. About you What We're Looking For <ul><li>At least 3 years' experience in a similar health and safety role</li><li>Detailed knowledge of relevant legislation including CDM 2015 and H&amp;S at Work Act</li><li>Experience in accident investigation, risk assessment, and policy development</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills - able to influence and advise a range of stakeholders</li><li>Strong IT skills including use of MS Office, databases, and reporting tools</li><li>Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet strict deadlines</li><li>A collaborative team player who is solution-focused and calm under pressure</li><li>Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when required</li><li>Able to attend sites across the UK and work in confined spaces or at height</li></ul>Essential Qualifications &amp; Memberships <ul><li>NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent in Health and Safety</li><li>Corporate membership of IOSH</li><li>Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)</li></ul>Why Join Luton Council? At Luton Council, we are committed to delivering excellent services while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our residents and workforce. As a part of our team, you'll enjoy: <ul><li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li><li>Opportunities for professional growth and CPD</li><li>The chance to make a real difference in your community</li><li>Flexible working arrangements where possible</li><li>Access to a range of employee benefits and wellbeing support</li></ul>Ready to play a vital role in creating safer homes and stronger communities? Apply today and help us ensure safety is at the heart of everything we do. Luton Council is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community About us Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough Application Process On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. Benefits We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel How to apply We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our 'How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: How to apply Available documents Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li>download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</li><li>download: Housing Asset Health Safety Officer JD&amp;PS.pdf</li></ul>Salary range <ul><li>£42,839 - £46,142 per year</li></ul>

Health & Safety Officer - Housing Asset Client

About the job Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent Make a difference where it matters most. Luton Council is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Housing Asset Fire Safety Surveyor to join our dedicated Housing Services team. This is a vital role where your technical expertise and understanding of fire safety legislation will help us ensure the safety and well-being of our residents across our housing stock. As a Housing Asset Fire Safety Surveyor, you will provide expert, specialist fire safety support and advice across the department. You will ensure that all fire safety requirements are inspected, managed, and maintained in line with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Building Safety Act, and wider health and safety legislation. You will be responsible for identifying fire-related risks across our housing portfolio and for designing, arranging, and overseeing the required remedial actions. Your work will directly support compliance with the council's fire safety strategy and contribute to the overall safety of our communities. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Carry out fire risk assessments (FRA) and manage FRA validations across housing assets.</li><li>Identify fire-related risks and manage remedial work packages from conception to completion.</li><li>Support major investment and refurbishment schemes with specialist fire safety guidance.</li><li>Undertake procurement and contract evaluation activities, both pre and post-contract.</li><li>Liaise with key stakeholders, including internal teams, consultants, contractors, and residents.</li><li>Provide expert technical advice and training to housing staff on fire safety.</li><li>Ensure compliance with CDM, Asbestos, COSHH, and Health &amp; Safety legislation.</li><li>Support the council's Building Safety Manager on all fire and building safety matters.</li><li>Work closely with residents and groups to promote fire safety awareness and best practice.</li><li>Prepare technical specifications, drawings, contract documents, and manage programmes of work.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. About you We are looking for a proactive, qualified professional with a strong background in building maintenance, particularly around fire safety and compliance. You will have: <ul><li>HNC qualification (or equivalent) in Surveying or a construction-related discipline.</li><li>NEBOSH Fire Safety &amp; Risk Management (or equivalent).</li><li>In-depth knowledge of fire safety legislation, building regulations, and health and safety law.</li><li>Proven experience in project and contract management, including budget setting and monitoring.</li><li>Experience in conducting property surveys, producing technical specifications, and managing programmes of work.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to negotiate, advise, and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.</li><li>A commitment to equality, diversity, and the principles of inclusive service delivery.</li></ul>You must also be: <ul><li>Able to attend meetings and emergencies outside standard working hours.</li><li>Willing and able to travel to sites and venues across Luton and, where required, the UK.</li></ul>Why Join Luton Council? At Luton, you'll be part of a forward-thinking council with a strong focus on community safety, sustainable housing, and service excellence. We offer a supportive environment where your expertise will have a direct and visible impact. Join us and be part of a team that values professional development, innovation, and public service. Ready to take the next step? Apply today to be part of a team that's working to keep Luton safe, compliant, and future-ready. About us Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough Application Process On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. Benefits We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel How to apply We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our 'How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: How to apply Available documents Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li>download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</li><li>download: Housing Asset Fire Safety Surveyor JD&amp;PS.pdf</li></ul>Salary range <ul><li>£42,839 - £46,142 per year</li></ul>

Housing Asset Fire Safety Surveyor

About the role Do you have a passion for Housing, Homelessness or Property Management? Will you thrive in a fast-paced role dealing with a wide variety of people including those with complex needs? Are you hard working, resilient and able to think clearly under pressure with a solutions based approach? This an exciting role operating on the frontline of West Northants Council response to Homelessness and Housing Solutions. As a new unitary Council, embedding a new structure, this is a great time to join us as we develop staff and shape the way we work in Homelessness and Housing Solutions within our local community providing the best possible service. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. What will you be doing? Working alongside colleagues in the Homelessness &amp; Housing Solutions Team, you will: <ul><li>Manage occupants of interim and temporary accommodation including the move-ins, check outs, rent accounting and day to day management of placements.</li><li>Ensure that the accommodation that the Council uses is safe, clean and in a good state of repair and that it is allocated in a manner to help minimise the cost of temporary accommodation.</li><li>Support customers during their time in temporary accommodation specifically regarding their Housing Benefit and housing register applications as well as other aspects of their life</li><li>Working collaboratively with other services, partners and organisations to ensure the best possible outcome for people, playing an active role in changing someone's life. </li></ul>About you Candidates would have a minimum of two years relevant work experience in a customer focused environment with an ability to work at a fast pace, demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication. You will be a skilled negotiator with an ability to problem solve, prioritise your own workload and make effective contributions to an incredible team. The successful candidate will be resilient, a self-starter and able to make sound decisions. Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council . About us At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people. Our vision is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what its like to work at West Northants Council. We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential. We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain what DEI means to us . If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support. West Northants Council, where careers thrive. Attached documents <ul> <li> Job Profile </li> </ul>

Temporary Accommodation Officer

The vacancy Fixed term contract 12 months Full time (37 hours per week) We are seeking a proactive and experienced individual with a strong background in housing management to deliver high-quality tenancy and neighbourhood services. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on making a difference in communities, with a particular focus on managing anti-social behaviour, tackling rent arrears, and supporting tenancy sustainment. This is a home-based role with regular customer visits in the Houghton Regis area and occasional attendance at our Head Office in Bedford Heights for team collaboration and meetings. What you will be doing: <ul> <li>Taking ownership of rent collection and arrears management, supporting tenants to sustain their tenancies and reduce debt.</li> <li>Managing ASB cases effectively and sensitively, ensuring swift resolution and safeguarding awareness.</li> <li>Managing a new estate, taking handover of a large number of newbuild properties, working closely with the engagement officer to build a community and ensure that customers are supported.</li> <li>Collaborating with Complex Case Housing Officers to deliver a consistent and customer-focused service.</li> <li>Conducting regular estate inspections, monitoring estate services, and completing fire safety checks.</li> <li>Working closely with internal teams and external partners to provide a joined-up, holistic service to residents.</li> <li>Ensuring tenancies are managed in line with household circumstances, including referrals and signposting for additional support.</li></ul>We'd love to meet someone with: <ul> <li>Previous experience in housing or tenancy management, ideally within a social housing setting.</li> <li>A strong understanding of ASB legislation and best practice in case handling.</li> <li>Proven ability to manage rent arrears and support financial wellbeing.</li> <li>Experience with newbuild signups.</li> <li>Excellent customer service skills with a resident-first approach.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and influencing skills.</li> <li>Effective communication, time management, and organisational abilities.</li> <li>Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul>Why Join Us? At bpha, our values are at the heart of everything we do: <ul> <li> We take responsibility: We do what we say and are accountable for our actions.</li> <li>We show empathy: We respect and listen to every colleague and customer.</li> <li>We are better together: We value diversity and achieve more as one team.</li> <li>We are ambitious: We strive for excellence and make a positive difference.</li></ul>Amongst what we offer you is: <ul> <li>A competitive salary of £33,500 including car allowance</li> <li>28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays</li> <li>A generous contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Private health care</li> <li>Free life assurance</li> <li>Access to a wide range of wellbeing services and tools, including a digital gym</li> <li>Opportunities for learning and development</li> <li>Discounted gym membership</li> <li>Retail discount scheme</li></ul>Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and as such bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment. All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references. About us bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge Corridor, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing. We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes - for rent, shared ownership and supported housing. We work together with communities - to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities. We invest the money we make in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services. As a bpha employee, you'd be joining 500 passionate and valued colleagues. All working together, to achieve our mission and deliver quality service for over 20,000 homes and a more than 33,000 residents (and counting!). Our vision and values 'Quality homes. Connected communities'. Our vision underpins our commitment to provide and maintain safe, sustainable, efficient, high standard homes for local people. Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together. We are ambitious We are better together We show empathy We take responsibility Benefits We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren't simply little extras added on at the end, they're fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard. That's why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day. Money &amp; Time <ul> <li>Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Competitive pay</li> <li>Life assurance cover</li></ul>Health &amp; Wellbeing <ul> <li>Private healthcare</li> <li>Mental Health First Aid</li> <li>Counselling service</li> <li>Eye tests</li> <li>Discounted gym membership</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>Free annual flu jabs</li> <li>Wellbeing activities and events</li> <li>Free fruit and refreshments</li></ul>Recognition <ul> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Annual staff recognition awards</li> <li>Discretionary reward scheme</li></ul>Lifestyle <ul> <li>Annual volunteering day</li> <li>Social events, clubs and activities</li> <li>Breakout areas</li> <li>Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters</li></ul>Development <ul> <li>Opportunities for professional training and qualifications</li> <li>Workshops and training sessions for new skills</li> <li>A fresh and modern eLearning platform</li></ul>

Housing Officer

C&amp;SH Scheme Manager - Seabrook Court About the role Are you passionate about making a difference and thrive in dynamic environments? Join us as an experienced Scheme Manager to review support plans, supervise staff, manage change, and bring creative ideas to enhance our service. Seabrook Court is a supported living service for adults with learning disabilities, offering 20 individual flats with a lounge, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom for comfortable and private living. We provide 24-hour care, working various shifts to ensure continuous support. The people we support engage in a variety of day services and community-based activities, promoting independence, wellbeing, and personal development in a friendly and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Empowerment and Support: Lead and inspire a dedicated team to support vulnerable people in achieving independence and fulfilling lives, collaborating with social workers and other professionals.</li><li>Collaboration:Liaise with external agencies to ensure a smooth and supportive journey for each young person.</li><li>Team Leadership: Manage and support a team of Support Workers and Waking Night Workers.</li><li>Operational Management: Oversee staff rotas, including organising annual leave and covering sickness.</li></ul>You will be responsible for managing the scheme rota, recruitment and induction of new staff. This role may also require managerial shifts covering the weekend where necessary to ensure full and consistent cover of all shifts. It is essential that you have strong IT skills, the ability to empower and lead a team of support staff to deliver exceptional care and support. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. Who we are looking for We are keen to recruit an individual who shares and demonstrates our values, which are: <ul><li>Putting the people we support first</li><li>Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice</li><li>Developing passionate and committed teams</li><li>Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety</li></ul>If you share our values, we would love you to work for us. The benefits In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes: <ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li><li>£33,054 pa for a 37.5 hour week</li><li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li><li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li><li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li><li>Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li></ul>If you share our values, we would love you to work for us. We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer

Scheme Manager

Join Hightown as a Scheme Manager - Oxleys Road Salary: £33,054 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Driving Licence Required: Yes About the Role Are you passionate about supporting people with mental health needs and leading a dedicated team? We're looking for an experienced Scheme Manager to join our supported housing service at Oxleys Road, a purpose-built scheme of 20 one-bedroom flats designed for individuals living with mental illness. As Scheme Manager, you'll: <ul><li>Lead and inspire a committed staff team</li><li>Review and implement support plans using a trauma-informed and psychologically informed approach (PIE)</li><li>Manage change, including the rollout of our new support planning tool, Nourish</li><li>Provide outreach support to individuals in the wider community</li><li>Oversee rota planning, budgets, recruitment, and induction</li><li>Ensure high standards of care and compliance with PAMMs inspections</li></ul>This is a hands-on leadership role where your creativity, resilience, and person-centred approach will make a real difference. What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who: <ul><li>Has experience working in mental health services</li><li>Understands best practices in supporting individuals with complex needs including autism, personality disorders, and schizophrenia</li><li>Is confident in multi-agency working and advocating for service users</li><li>Can support staff wellbeing and lead by example</li><li>Is flexible and willing to work occasional weekends</li><li>Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle</li></ul>Our Values We're proud of our values and want you to share them: <ul><li>Putting residents and people we support first</li><li>Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice</li><li>Developing passionate and committed teams</li><li>Being cost-effective without compromising standards or safety</li></ul>Why Work for Hightown? We offer a generous benefits package to support your wellbeing and career development: <ul><li>33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service</li><li>Annual bonus based on performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus</li><li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development</li><li>Workplace pension scheme &amp; life assurance (3x salary)</li><li>Mileage reimbursement</li><li>Refer-a-friend bonus (£130)</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li><li>Fully paid DBS</li></ul>Ready to make a difference? If you share our values and want to lead a service that truly supports people to live independently, we'd love to hear from you. We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer

About the job Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent Help Us Keep Our Housing Services Safe and Compliant Luton Council is seeking an experienced and proactive Health &amp; Safety Officer to join our Housing Asset Client team. This vital role supports our Building &amp; Technical Services (BTS) to ensure that all works-whether directly delivered or outsourced-meet the highest health and safety standards, in line with legislation, codes of practice, and council policy. You'll work closely with the Housing Asset Manager and the Senior Management Team, advising on all aspects of health and safety and contributing to the successful delivery of safe, sustainable housing services for our tenants, leaseholders, and the wider community. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Act as the Health &amp; Safety Officer across all housing operations within BTS</li> <li>Ensure compliance with the Health &amp; Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM 2015, and related regulations</li> <li>Serve as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations when required</li> <li>Provide training, support, and expert guidance to staff, contractors, and tenants</li> <li>Lead on risk assessments (including fire and stress risk), audits, and accident investigations</li> <li>Monitor, review, and update health and safety policies in line with business needs and emerging legislation</li> <li>Prepare and deliver clear reports, improvement plans, and formal investigations</li> <li>Represent the Council in discussions with HSE, Fire Service, insurers, and other stakeholders</li> </ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. About you What We're Looking For <ul> <li>At least 3 years' experience in a similar health and safety role</li> <li>Detailed knowledge of relevant legislation including CDM 2015 and H&amp;S at Work Act</li> <li>Experience in accident investigation, risk assessment, and policy development</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills - able to influence and advise a range of stakeholders</li> <li>Strong IT skills including use of MS Office, databases, and reporting tools</li> <li>Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet strict deadlines</li> <li>A collaborative team player who is solution-focused and calm under pressure</li> <li>Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when required</li> <li>Able to attend sites across the UK and work in confined spaces or at height</li> </ul>Essential Qualifications &amp; Memberships <ul> <li>NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent in Health and Safety</li> <li>Corporate membership of IOSH</li> <li>Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)</li> </ul>Why Join Luton Council? At Luton Council, we are committed to delivering excellent services while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our residents and workforce. As a part of our team, you'll enjoy: <ul> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li> <li>Opportunities for professional growth and CPD</li> <li>The chance to make a real difference in your community</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements where possible</li> <li>Access to a range of employee benefits and wellbeing support</li> </ul>Ready to play a vital role in creating safer homes and stronger communities? Apply today and help us ensure safety is at the heart of everything we do. Luton Council is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community About us Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough Application Process On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. Benefits We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel

About the role As a Social Housing Regulation Officer within the Housing Strategy and Partnerships team at West Northamptonshire Council, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Council's compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing's Consumer Standards. This is a strategic and collaborative position, working closely with the Council's ALMO, Northamptonshire Partnership Homes and internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, regulatory assurance, and sector-leading practice. What will you be doing? You'll lead on developing robust evidence bases, gap analyses, and improvement plans, while also coordinating reporting to elected members and managing external consultancy support. Your work will directly contribute to the Council's mission to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. About you You are a confident and collaborative professional with a strong background in social housing, governance, or regulatory compliance. You bring excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling you to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including elected members and internal teams. Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council . About us At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people. Our vision is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what its like to work at West Northants Council. We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential. We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain what DEI means to us . If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support. West Northants Council, where careers thrive. Attached documents <ul> <li> Social Housing Regulation Officer JDPS.pdf </li> </ul>

Social Housing Regulation Officer

The vacancy Contract: Full Time, Permanent (37 hours per week) Join Our Team as a Community Engagement Officer Are you passionate about making a real difference in communities? Do you believe in empowering residents to shape their neighbourhoods and thrive together? At bpha, we're looking for a committed Community Engagement Officer to help drive lasting, positive change. What You'll Be Doing: You'll play a leading role in delivering community-led solutions, building partnerships, and supporting both established and new neighbourhoods. From regeneration initiatives to quality-of-life projects, you'll bring people together to tackle what matters most to them-creating stronger, more connected communities. Your Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Identify community trends and develop targeted, impactful projects</li></ul><ul> <li>Lead on initiatives that promote regeneration, cohesion and quality of life</li></ul><ul> <li>Support and guide new resident groups and secure funding opportunities</li></ul><ul> <li>Build strong networks across stakeholders, residents and partner organisations</li></ul><ul> <li>Promote resident involvement and amplify community voices</li></ul><ul> <li>Encourage volunteering and learning opportunities that empower individuals</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensure inclusion and outreach to all, especially marginalised communities</li></ul>What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>A natural communicator and problem-solver with strong project management skills</li></ul><ul> <li>Proven experience (at least 2 years' experience) in community development or engagement</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with diverse groups</li></ul><ul> <li>Skilled in planning, delivering, and evaluating impactful community projects</li></ul><ul> <li>Passion for inclusion, learning, and long-term transformation</li></ul><ul> <li>IT proficiency and a good understanding of social housing challenges</li></ul>Please note the post holder must have a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle during working hours to be successfully carry out the duties of the role. Desirable but not essential: <ul> <li>Knowledge of welfare reform and social housing policy</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience securing external funding</li></ul><ul> <li>Familiarity with MS PowerPoint and Visio</li></ul>Whether you're hands-on at community events, liaising with local partners, or helping residents find their collective voice-you'll be at the heart of something meaningful. Why bpha? We're a values-led housing association on a mission to build sustainable communities. You'll join a supportive, ambitious team that values innovation, impact, and inclusivity. Ready to be a catalyst for community change? Apply now. For an informal conversation about this role contact Community Engagement Manager Rosetta Triolo - <a href="mailto:rosetta.triolo@bpha.org.uk" target="_blank">rosetta.triolo@bpha.org.uk</a> or telephone 01234 619886 Please note, applications will be reviewed as received and bpha reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to the scheduled closing date. Apply early to avoid disappointment. Any offer of employment made will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening including references and DBS checks. About us bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge Corridor, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing. We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes - for rent, shared ownership and supported housing. We work together with communities - to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities. We invest the money we make in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services. As a bpha employee, you'd be joining 500 passionate and valued colleagues. All working together, to achieve our mission and deliver quality service for over 20,000 homes and a more than 33,000 residents (and counting!). Our vision and values 'Quality homes. Connected communities'. Our vision underpins our commitment to provide and maintain safe, sustainable, efficient, high standard homes for local people. Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together. We are ambitious We are better together We show empathy We take responsibility Benefits We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren't simply little extras added on at the end, they're fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard. That's why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day. Money &amp; Time <ul> <li>Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Competitive pay</li> <li>Life assurance cover</li></ul>Health &amp; Wellbeing <ul> <li>Private healthcare</li> <li>Mental Health First Aid</li> <li>Counselling service</li> <li>Eye tests</li> <li>Discounted gym membership</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>Free annual flu jabs</li> <li>Wellbeing activities and events</li> <li>Free fruit and refreshments</li></ul>Recognition <ul> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Annual staff recognition awards</li> <li>Discretionary reward scheme</li></ul>Lifestyle <ul> <li>Annual volunteering day</li> <li>Social events, clubs and activities</li> <li>Breakout areas</li> <li>Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters</li></ul>Development <ul> <li>Opportunities for professional training and qualifications</li> <li>Workshops and training sessions for new skills</li> <li>A fresh and modern eLearning platform</li></ul>

Community Engagement Officer

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

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Luton

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

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Milton Keynes

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

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