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Job title:&nbsp;Quality assurance officerBand:&nbsp;5Salary:&nbsp;£34,608 - £36,508Location/base:&nbsp;Hybrid - Home/CIH officeHours:&nbsp;35 hours per weekAbout usThe Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is the independent voice for housing and the home of professional standards. Our mission is to support housing professionals to create a future where everyone has a place to call home.About youAs we continue to develop and grow our outstanding qualifications offer, we’re looking for a dedicated quality assurance officer to join our education team.&nbsp;You will play a pivotal role within our education team, supporting the quality assurance function. Your expertise will be vital in enabling us to grow our qualifications and maintain our leadership position in housing education across the UK.You’ll help to drive our education offer forward at this crucial time for apprenticeships and housing qualifications. You will manage teams of external assessment personnel, providing training and support to help them carry out their roles. We’re looking for someone who can take a strong lead in ensuring regulatory conditions are enforced and maintained across our network of external providers.Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, so you’ll work closely with colleagues across the education team.How to applyCIH is committed to equal opportunities at all stages of recruitment and selection and strives to have a workforce that promotes inclusivity. We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community and would be happy to discuss reasonable adjustments we can make to achieve and celebrate diversity.&nbsp;For an informal chat about this role, please contact Hayley Lovegrove, quality assurance manager on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hayley.lovegrove@cih.org" target="_blank">hayley.lovegrove@cih.org</a>&nbsp;For details of how to apply please visit our careers page -&nbsp;<a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cih.org%2Fabout-us%2Fcareers&amp;data=05%7C02%7CEmily.Thurlow%40cih.org%7Cabdb9c8dff6746137c4408dd99d2a1b3%7C0000e9ea9ee347939563177e444fb497%7C0%7C0%7C638835852538928397%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=iU9ruscZdZvUQ1cYizUe%2FN6FYHo%2FUNSkiFcIMHATwO4%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Careers &amp; Vacancies | Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)</a>.Closing date for applications:&nbsp;Sunday 22 June 2025Interviews due to take place:&nbsp;Monday 30 June 2025Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Chartered Institute of Housing

Quality Assurance Officer

Job Title: Events producer (12 months FTC)Band: 6Salary: £29,201 and £32,549Location: Hybrid - Home/CIH officeHours: 35 hour per week &nbsp;About usThe Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is the independent voice for housing and the home of professional standards. Our mission is to support housing professionals to create a future where everyone has a place to call home.About youAs we continue to develop our fantastic events offer for CIH members we are looking for an events producer to join our team.We are seeking a reliable, highly organised events professional who has experience in design and delivery of high-quality conferences and is looking for their next step into content and awards production. A strong understanding of the issues facing the housing sector is essential, along with the ability to translate this knowledge into engaging, well-structured event programmes and content.You will be an excellent communicator who thrives on delivering an outstanding level of customer service and enthusiastic about creating a great event experience for our delegates and speakers.This role involves working on multiple live and virtual events simultaneously, including our UK-wide awards programmes. Strong project management skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and effective prioritisation are all key to your success in this role.Travel across the UK is a required part of the role, and you will be a key player in delivering the programme and supporting our speakers. You will have a can do attitude, horizon scanning abilities, troubleshooting skills and will be solutions-driven on how we make events the best they can be.&nbsp;How to applyCIH is committed to equal opportunities at all stages of recruitment and selection and strives to have a workforce that promotes inclusivity. &nbsp;We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community. &nbsp;If you feel you have barriers to applying, please get in touch as we would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to achieve and celebrate diversity.&nbsp;For details of how to apply please visit our careers page -&nbsp;<a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cih.org%2Fabout-us%2Fcareers&amp;data=05%7C02%7CEmily.Thurlow%40cih.org%7Cabdb9c8dff6746137c4408dd99d2a1b3%7C0000e9ea9ee347939563177e444fb497%7C0%7C0%7C638835852538928397%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=iU9ruscZdZvUQ1cYizUe%2FN6FYHo%2FUNSkiFcIMHATwO4%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Careers &amp; Vacancies | Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)</a>.If you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Alexandra Gibson on 07488247249 (<a href="mailto:alexandra.gibson@cih.org" target="_blank">alexandra.gibson@cih.org</a>)Closing date for applications:&nbsp;Sunday 15 June 2025Interviews due to take place: Thursday 19 June &amp; Friday 20 June 2025Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Events producer

Job Title:&nbsp;Head of policy and external affairsBand:&nbsp;2Salary: £55,157 - £57,569Location: Hybrid – Home/CIH officeHours: 35 hours per weekThe Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is the independent voice for housing and the home of professional standards. Our mission is to support housing professionals to create a future where everyone has a place to call home.About youWe’re looking for a new head of policy and external affairs (England) to join us at a pivotal time for housing. If you’re passionate about influencing the direction of policy, engaging with key decision-makers, and leading a high-performing team—this is your opportunity to make a real impact.In this senior role, you will:<ul><li>Be a visible leader and ambassador for CIH and the housing profession across Westminster and beyond.</li><li>Drive the development of bold, evidence-based housing policy and good practice.</li><li>Represent CIH at the highest levels—engaging with government, the media, and sector leaders.</li><li>Lead and develop a talented policy and external affairs team, with responsibility for the team’s strategy, delivery, and budget.</li><li>Work closely with colleagues across CIH to ensure our policy voice reflects and supports our members' needs.</li></ul>You’ll bring strong analytical thinking, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build meaningful relationships across the housing sector and political landscape. You’ll be energised by influencing debate, shaping ideas, and driving real change.If you’re an inspiring leader with a deep understanding of housing policy, a collaborative mindset, and the drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you.Join us—and help shape a better future for housing in England.How to applyFor an informal chat about the role please contact Rachael Williamson, our director of policy, communications and external affairs, at <a href="mailto:rachael.williamson@cih.org" target="_blank">rachael.williamson@cih.org</a>.We will require a cover letter and stating why you are a fit for this role along with a CV detailing relevant experience. For details of how to apply please visit our careers page - <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cih.org%2Fabout-us%2Fcareers&amp;data=05%7C02%7CRachael.Williamson%40cih.org%7C62422ab4dec04d8555ab08dc4f3b645e%7C0000e9ea9ee347939563177e444fb497%7C0%7C0%7C638472363978730468%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=quhJIRR1qhG2TXJl7h%2BbDgLA1MdzrBm0dyqpdiLcxmo%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Careers &amp; Vacancies | Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)</a>CIH is committed to equal opportunities at all stages of recruitment and selection and strives to have a workforce that promotes inclusivity. &nbsp;We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community. &nbsp;If you feel you have barriers to applying, please get in touch as we would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to achieve and celebrate diversity.&nbsp;Closing date: Sunday 1 June 2025Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 18, Thursday 19 and Friday 20 June 2025.Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.&nbsp;

Head of policy and external affairs

Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hub manager for the BSMHFT Community Mental Health Team for Homeless People, Homeless Health Exchange Primary Care Team and the NHSE funded Mental Health Outreach Team for Rough Sleepers. All teams operate city wide to meet the needs of Homeless adults with enduring mental health problems and often substance misuse issues who require significant engagement due to their chaotic lifestyle. The teams work in partnership with other homeless commissioned statutory and third sector organisations for accommodation, housing and tenancy support, physical health care and substance use services. The CMHT is a small team whose CPN's work with a consultant psychiatrist to provide secondary care level mental health interventions with a focus on stabilisation of lifestyle, recovery and moving out of homelessness. The team working with rough sleepers has an engagement, assessment, referral and signposting case management role to manage mental health issues, in order to allow other agencies interventions to support the individual off the streets and start their journey away from street homelessness into a less chaotic and damaging lifestyle. Main duties of the job Demonstrate clear management responsibility, through ensuring high standards of care and that the smooth day-to-day running of these highly complex services are maintained to the highest level possible. Co-ordinate, manage and supervise the activities of all staff working within these teams to provide a highly visible presence in all clinical areas, leading and supervising practice and acting as a role model for professional issues including non-medical prescribing. To ensure effective use of clinical systems - this may entail training staff to input into BSMHFT and Primary Care providers' clinical systems. To ensure effective process and data is viable to monitor and report on the effectiveness of the services. Ensures that the day-to-day care provided within your teams meets the complex needs of the individual service users. Provide regular management and clinical supervision to all staff under sphere of responsibility. About us Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation. Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you. Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Person Specification Essential Essential <ul> <li>Registered professional with up-to-date registration. Masters Degree in relevant subject (or working towards) or equivalent relevant experience. Further professional registration.</li> <li>Significant operational / team management and leadership experience. Experience of budgetary control and management. Experience of community nursing and or multiagency working.</li> <li>Communicates with people in a form and manner that is consistent with their level of understanding, culture, background and preferred means of communication.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Quality Assurance or Management qualification.</li> <li>Experience of working with homeless people and other vulnerable groups.</li> </ul>Person Specification Essential Essential <ul> <li>Registered professional with up-to-date registration. Masters Degree in relevant subject (or working towards) or equivalent relevant experience. Further professional registration.</li> <li>Significant operational / team management and leadership experience. Experience of budgetary control and management. Experience of community nursing and or multiagency working.</li> <li>Communicates with people in a form and manner that is consistent with their level of understanding, culture, background and preferred means of communication.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Quality Assurance or Management qualification.</li> <li>Experience of working with homeless people and other vulnerable groups.</li> </ul>Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Attwood Green Health Centre, Bath Row Birmingham B15 1LZ Employer's website

Band 8a Clinical Services Manager Homeless & Rough Sleeper Teams

Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are 'Be open, be compassionate and be bold' and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. Where: Walsall Full-Time Hours: 37.5 per week Full-Time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.25 (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time) * Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the role: <ul><li>Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey </li></ul><ul><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral </li></ul><ul><li>Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community </li></ul><ul><li>Promoting carer, service user and community involvement </li></ul><ul><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services </li></ul><ul><li>Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination </li></ul><ul><li>Research, design and prepare subject matter and materials for groups / pods. </li></ul><ul><li>Deliver structured content within group settings to service users at various stages of recovery </li></ul><ul><li>Engage with debriefing and evaluations with co-facilitators after groups/pods have taken place, reviewing progress and identifying concerns with service users </li></ul><ul><li>Tailor specific workshops around the needs of the service users, such as: anger management, sleep disorders, relationships, etc </li></ul>About you: <ul><li>Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working with groups/pods and managing group dynamics, such as conflict or challenging behaviour. </li></ul><ul><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills </li></ul><ul><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills </li></ul><ul><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice </li></ul><ul><li>Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users </li></ul><ul><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards </li></ul><ul><li>Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others </li></ul>What we will give to you: <ul><li>25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years' service "Capped at 30 days" </li></ul><ul><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme </li></ul><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme </li></ul><ul><li>Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. </li></ul><ul><li>A friendly and supportive team </li></ul><ul><li>Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities </li></ul><ul><li>Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme </li></ul>Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (<a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>) If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Interview Date 10/6/2025 Closing Date 2/6/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Victoria White | <a href="mailto:victoria.white@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">victoria.white@cgl.org.uk</a> | 07423122021 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

Job Description Home Ownership Officer Permanent Grade 4 - £33,366 - £40,476 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.5 hours per week This is an exciting opportunity to join our Leasehold and Home Ownership Team. We are committed in providing a customer focused leasehold management service, and process efficiently Right to Buy applications in line with legislation. Birmingham City Council oversees the management of over 6,500 leaseholders and 59,000 Council tenants. We are looking for a dedicated individual who can take responsibility for the effective delivery of the Home Ownership Service. As a Home Ownership Officer, you will be responsible for Home Sales, Services Charges, Major Works consultation and S20, RTB, Arrears, Estate Management, line management, customer enquiries, complaints, and ensure compliance with statutory timescales and legislation. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a strong track record of effectively managing a variety of tasks whilst maintaining service standards and remaining customer focused. The successful candidate must have strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and possess excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. The ability to work accurately with data and written communication and possess experience in using and maintaining in-house office systems with a drive to improve operational processes and create efficiencies for the team. The successful candidate will be expected to assist and support the implementation of new or amended working procedures and have knowledge of current RTB legislation and the Landlord and Tenant Act, whilst keeping up to date on legislative changes. Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered. For any informal enquires please contact: Lia Tomlinson via email on <a href="mailto:Lia.M.Tomlinson@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lia.M.Tomlinson@birmingham.gov.uk</a> We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Job Description and Person Specification We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration. About Us We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

Home Ownership Officer

Job Title Home Ownership Officer Head Office Location: Brindley Place, Birmingham Job Location: flexible office location Salary - £33,400-£41,800 + £750 Car Allowance per annum Contract type - Permanent Working hours - Full Time (37 per week) About the role Duties will include (but are not limited to) review of leases, managing valuation disputes, arranging deeds of variation, resolving complex staircasing cases. You will also provide support to our Leasehold customers who wish to extend the terms of their leases or vary the terms of their lease. You will be responsible for the management of leasehold and shared ownership stock across GreenSquareAccord, providing an end-to-end customer facing service; duties include (but not limited to): management of customer and third-party queries, resales, lease extensions, lease, and tenancy breaches, S20. You will deliver a strong commitment to customer service and overall service excellence. Your role will be to ensure customers and properties are managed in accordance with current legislation, regulation, and lease agreement. You will ensure the organisation`s best interests are protected when liaising with managing agents and other external bodies. You will be providing specialist advice and support around leasehold management to colleagues across GreenSquareAccord. You will be able to own and manage projects and complex legal matters within the Home Ownership portfolio, working with internal colleagues, customers and external bodies to resolve them. You will be prepared to travel and work across GSA`s whole area of operation. Please note that if you are successful in this role, we will require a DBS check to be completed. Further details will be sent following offer. About you You will have good general or technical education beyond GCSE e.g. 2 or more A- Levels/NVQ3 or vocabulary, verbal reasoning and numerical skills to the equivalent ability level. You will have good working knowledge of relevant leasehold, service charge and housing legislation; to include Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002. You must have the ability to interpret residential and commercial leases, management, and service level agreements. You will be flexible, and customer focussed - providing help and support to customers who wish to staircase. You will be able to demonstrable record of delivering excellent customer service. You will have experience of resident consultation. Please note that if you are successful in this role, we will require evidence of the required certificates and qualifications for this role. Without this evidence, you would be unable to commence employment at GreenSquareAccord. About us GreenSquareAccord is one of the biggest social housing and care providers in England. We believe passionately in our mission to build better lives and provide social housing and support services to 54,000 people across our four localities. We are proud to play an active role in helping people to deal with the consequences of the housing crisis by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. Our purpose We are proud to be able to support tens of thousands of people across England by providing affordable housing and care to help people live independently. Our focus is on building better lives. Everything we do is about people - whether that`s providing a good quality, safe home or providing care which helps someone to live an independent life. Our colleagues live and breathe this social purpose and we need great people, with skills across a range of disciplines, to make this happen. Working for GreenSquareAccord gives you the chance to bring your skills and expertise and make a real difference. It doesn`t matter which role you are considering applying for, your work will help thousands of people build a better life. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: <ul><li>We believe our customer is everything</li><li>We are one team</li><li>We are supportive and caring</li><li>We are business-minded for social purpose</li><li>We are curious and ambitious.</li></ul>You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes. -Trust based flexible working and supportive and friendly teams -25 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days -One day off for your birthday -Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave -A defined contribution pension scheme GSA matches up to 6% contributions -We offer a service which provides 24/7 online GP appointments, second medical opinions, health checks, mental health support, 24/7 medical health helpline, wellbeing app, nutrition advice and fitness plans and legal and financial support. -Access to Blue Light discount card membership -Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). -Cycle to work Scheme -Eligible for occupational sick pay GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the `essential eligibility criteria` for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.

Home Ownership Officer Permanent Grade 4 - £33,366 - £40,476 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.5 hours per week This is an exciting opportunity to join our Leasehold and Home Ownership Team. We are committed in providing a customer focused leasehold management service, and process efficiently Right to Buy applications in line with legislation. Birmingham City Council oversees the management of over 6,500 leaseholders and 59,000 Council tenants. We are looking for a dedicated individual who can take responsibility for the effective delivery of the Home Ownership Service. As a Home Ownership Officer, you will be responsible for Home Sales, Services Charges, Major Works consultation and S20, RTB, Arrears, Estate Management, line management, customer enquiries, complaints, and ensure compliance with statutory timescales and legislation. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a strong track record of effectively managing a variety of tasks whilst maintaining service standards and remaining customer focused. The successful candidate must have strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and possess excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. The ability to work accurately with data and written communication and possess experience in using and maintaining in-house office systems with a drive to improve operational processes and create efficiencies for the team. The successful candidate will be expected to assist and support the implementation of new or amended working procedures and have knowledge of current RTB legislation and the Landlord and Tenant Act, whilst keeping up to date on legislative changes. Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered. For any informal enquires please contact: Lia Tomlinson via email on We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with , before any employment offer can be confirmed. We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration.

Sanctuary manages rented and shared ownership homes and supports community initiatives for thousands of customers across England. Our staff help make a real difference to the quality of people's lives. Project Officer Base office location may vary dependent upon suitable candidate - balance of home and office working £32,244 - £33,941 per year 35 hours per week We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Officer to join our team. You will be responsible for coordinating and supporting the management and implementation of projects across Affordable Housing and Property Services. This job sits within the Business Change and Transformation Team in the Affordable Housing Directorate. Affordable Housing provides a range of affordable homes and support services in England and Scotland, delivering services at a competitive cost to meet the needs of our customers. This includes general needs housing, supported housing, shared ownership, housing for older people and home ownership accommodation. It also provides housing related services including lettings, income management, tenancy management and customer support. The role of Project Officer will include: <ul><li>Supporting development and delivery of programmes and projects </li><li>Providing effective support in managing projects, ensuring the effective collation, reporting and publishing of relevant information both internally and externally, identifying shortfalls and risks and highlighting these as necessary</li><li>Assisting in ensuring that all projects are delivered in line with legislative and regulatory requirements </li><li>Organising meetings and workshops as needed, including taking minutes, preparing papers and maintaining accurate records, in order to deliver an effective service and meet customer and organisational needs</li><li>Contributing to reporting processes on the progress of projects and programmes throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that feedback is robust and that results are fed into key stakeholders</li><li>Supporting the management and maintenance of relationships with internal and external stakeholders, customers and contractors, identifying any shortfalls in service delivery and ensuring they are dealt with appropriately, including investigating and responding to complaints</li><li>Monitoring of project budgets and expenditure ensuring cost-effective solutions</li><li>Maintaining all manual and computerised records in an accurate and timely manner to ensure compliance with the Group's Record Management and Data Protection policies</li><li>Contributing, as appropriate, to special programmes and projects in support of the Group's values and objectives</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul><li>Recent experience of undertaking a similar role </li><li>Some experience working within a housing environment</li><li>Experience coordinating and managing a range of meetings and events</li><li>Experience in analysing and diagnosing problems</li><li>Proven experience of working to deadlines and prioritising work loads</li><li>Some experience of using project management methodologies to support the successful delivery of projects</li><li>Some experience of producing and analysing quality statistical information</li></ul>Why work for us? One of the UK's leading providers of housing, care and commercial services, Sanctuary employs more than 14,000 people and manages over 116,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service. Our Benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering: <ul><li>25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays</li><li>A pension scheme with matching employer contributions from Sanctuary up to set limits</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Employee Volunteering scheme</li><li>Employee Advice Service including counselling</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Voluntary health plans </li><li>Employee discounts </li><li>Wellbeing support and tools</li><li>Employee recognition scheme</li><li>Employee platform to access your reward and wellbeing package online, find exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources and recognition tools</li><li>Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues</li><li>£32,244 per annum (rising to £33,941 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)</li></ul>View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website) Closing Date: 8 June 2025 If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you <a href="mailto:-corporate.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk" target="_blank">-corporate.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk</a> We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - <a href="http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team</a> Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. Sanctuary Housing Services Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

Project Officer

Our people are what makes Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We're a team of over 9,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life's essentials, and we do it all while thriving in our unique culture. At Severn Trent, we're embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands - and we want you to be part of it. The new pipes we're installing will last for up to 100 years. This is the biggest investment in water infrastructure in the region in a decade, and it's set to improve water quality, reduce leaks, and make our water supply more reliable for millions of people. We're looking for a Community Liaison Officer to join our Chief Engineer team on this exciting Mains Renewal programme. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW As our Community Liaison Officer, you'll be responsible for all stakeholder management or mains renewal programmes, managing escalated stakeholder &amp; customer complaints, creating and delivering a proactive plan. Upon working on a plan, you will ensure renewal work can proceed in line with planned time scales whilst balancing competing demands to provide the best outcomes for customers. You'll provide end-to-end communication to customers, ensuring customers &amp; stakeholders have the most up to date information. Key Accountabilities: <ul><li>Accountable for managing escalated customer complaints relating to the mains renewal programme. Empowered to make decisions for the best outcome for customer satisfaction, limiting disruption and negative perceptions of the mains renewal programme.</li><li>Provide hyper care to customers who escalate complaints, ensuring they are reacted to in an efficient manner, and a resolution is sought swiftly.</li><li>Liaise and manage the relationship with local councils to ensure they are fully informed &amp; brought into the renewal programme, enabling a smooth project.</li><li>Influencing key external stakeholders to ensure that queries are responded to in a timely and efficient manner.</li><li>Responsible for all rebates relating to customers who are significantly impacted by the programme.</li><li>Organising and facilitating townhalls with local customers, business &amp; organisations to provide detail to gain stakeholder buy in in advance &amp; during the planning phase.</li></ul>WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLE To be successful in this role, it is expected that you will be able to: <ul><li>Work in a role managing multiple stakeholder relationships with competing interests.</li><li>Handle challenging conversations and circumstances which require clear communication to maintain strong customer relations and improve customer satisfaction.</li><li>Exhibit strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex customer complaints, with lots of innovative thinking required to resolve sometimes unique problems.</li><li>Be expected to carry out standby duties and may need to cover the entire Severn Trent region while carrying out these duties.</li><li>Having prior experience working within the utility sector or water industry is beneficial.</li><li>Full UK driving license is essential</li></ul>The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, too. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you? WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Working here isn't just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We'll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we'll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live. With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you'll get being part of the Seven Trent family: <ul><li>28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year) </li><li>Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance) </li><li>Leading pension scheme - we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%) </li><li>Sharesave - the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate </li><li>Dedicated training and development with our 'Academy' </li><li>Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers </li><li>Family friendly policies </li><li>Two volunteering days per year </li></ul>WHAT'S NEXT We can't wait to hear from you. Before you apply, you'll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If your curiosity has been piqued and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media. Ps. we'll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails!

Community Liaison Officer

Job Details Director - Housing &amp; Homelessness A safe, secure home for every resident - shape the future of housing in Dudley Are you ready to transform lives, strengthen communities, and deliver lasting impact across Dudley? As the Director for Housing &amp; Homelessness, you will lead the redesign and improvement of one of our most vital service areas. THE VACANCY Director - Housing &amp; Homelessness Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Salary: Up to £130,000 per annum plus benefits Location: Dudley About the role As a senior leader and key adviser to the Chief Executive, Cabinet, and Corporate Management Team, you will shape and deliver a housing vision that reflects the borough's aspirations and challenges. You'll drive innovation across homelessness prevention, housing management, tenant engagement, and resettlement - underpinned by strong governance, digital transformation, and resident experience. Key responsibilities: <ul><li>Housing strategy, planning, and delivery</li><li>Homelessness prevention, temporary accommodation, and support</li><li>Housing management and landlord services</li><li>Tenant participation and community engagement</li><li>Lettings, allocations, leases, and waiting list management</li><li>Occupational therapy and housing adaptations</li><li>Resettlement and migration services</li></ul>We are looking for: <ul><li>A transformational housing leader with experience in delivering statutory and strategic housing functions</li><li>A deep understanding of homelessness, housing need, and the regulatory framework</li><li>A proven ability to innovate service delivery through digital, structural, and cultural change</li><li>An inclusive and empowering leadership style, able to build high-performing, customer-first teams</li><li>Financial and performance acumen to manage complex budgets and drive value for money</li><li>A partnership builder with strong networks and the ability to influence across sectors and systems</li></ul>Why Dudley? Dudley is a borough with heritage and ambition. We're investing in our people, places, and services to create fairer, healthier communities. In housing, we face real challenges but also genuine momentum to change lives and raise standards. With new leadership, a strong improvement focus, and a clear corporate vision, now is the time to make a difference. For an informal discussion about any of the roles please contact Balvinder Heran, Chief Executive via Jo Cook - <a href="mailto:Joanne.Cook@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joanne.Cook@dudley.gov.uk</a> Indicative dates for recruitment process: <ul><li>Applications close: Thursday 19 June 2025</li></ul>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to assessment centres and to attend final interviews. Please indicate any periods you are unavailable. For more information about Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council and the vacancies we have available please visit our dedicated microsite: <a href="https://www.dudleycounciljobs.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.dudleycounciljobs.org.uk/</a> So that we can demonstrate Dudley's commitment to diversity and inclusion and to improve bias in the recruitment process that could create barriers for candidates. Your personal data will be anonymised when you apply, to ensure that you comply with our anonymisation process, please ensure you have removed your name and date of birth from any attachments prior to uploading them to your application. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. If you require support completing an online or paper application form and or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or <a href="mailto:acl@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">acl@dudley.gov.uk</a> who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk</a> If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance <a href="https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/</a> If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk</a> Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council's full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at <a href="https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/" target="_blank">https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/</a> N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications #LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents Benefits List JD/PS

Director for Housing & Homelessness

Job Title: Housing Officer Job Location: Brindley Place, Birmingham - with travel across the Midlands and other regions` Salary: £33,400 (+ £750 Car Allowance) per annum Contract type: Permanent Working hours: 37 hour per week Full Time About the role We are currently recruiting for a Housing Officer on permanent basis. This role will cover an area in the West Midlands including Redditch, Coventry, Solihull, and Stratford Upon Avon. The Housing Officer role will require you to support GreenSquareAccord`s aim of valuing our customers by meeting housing and related needs on a cross-tenure patch. You will work both independently and as part of a team; to pro-actively deliver a high-quality housing management service, focussing on customer satisfaction and value for money. The role will require you to manage complex tenancy issues including property condition and anti-social behaviour cases. You will manage estate issues including health &amp; safety issues. You will work independently in challenging situations and with changing priorities striving to add value to everything you do. You will provide information to new and existing customers which will enable them to manage and sustain their tenancy. You will provide support/ attendance if requested by the Regional Locality Manager at the relevant Locality Board in line with our Locality Model approach. This role requires a cover letter. If one is not provided, your application might not be considered. Please note that if you are successful in this role, we will require a DBS check to be completed. Further details will be sent following offer. About you You will have a good general or technical education beyond GCSE e.g. 2 or more A- Levels/NVQ3 or vocabulary, verbal reasoning and numerical skills to the equivalent ability level. Housing or related qualification would be beneficial for this role. You will require knowledge and experience of housing and tenancy law, including succession, mutual exchange, assignments and ending tenancies. This will also include experience of tenancy or leasehold management and enforcement. For this role you will be able to demonstrate a good track history of delivering excellent customer service. This will also include excellent administration and organisational skills, with an ability to prioritise effectively and manage own demanding workload. A FULL UK driving licence is essential for this role. Please note that if you are successful in this role, we will require evidence of the required certificates and qualifications required for the role. Without this evidence, you would be unable to commence employment at GreenSquareAccord. About us We are GSA, we provide affordable homes and services that create a foundation from which people in our communities can thrive. We own and manage 25,000 homes in diverse communities across the West Midlands and Southwest. Everyone deserves a home, it`s a place from which we build our future, we thrive at home. We are proud to play an active role in dealing with the consequences of the housing crisis, by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. Often a home is all someone needs, but when our customers need more, we offer a range of services, including care, money advice and coaching to support them. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: <ul><li>We believe our customer is everything</li><li>We are one team</li><li>We are supportive and caring</li><li>We are business-minded for social purpose</li><li>We are curious and ambitious.</li></ul>You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes: <ul><li>25 days annual holiday entitlement</li><li>A defined contribution pension scheme.</li><li>Trust based flexible working and a Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).</li><li>Two days paid volunteering leave per year</li><li>Buying and selling of annual leave</li><li>Opt-in health cash plan with cover on eye test and glasses, Dental, therapy and much more!</li></ul>All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the `essential eligibility criteria` for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.

Housing Officer

Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are 'Be open, be compassionate and be bold' and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. With this role you'll be working as part of our Building Recovery in Communities team, based in Dudley delivering Group Work and Telehealth Care Services. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. Where: Dudley, West Midlands Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week Salary: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience (based on full time hours, Pro Rata for part time hours) Responsibilities About the role: <ul><li>Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey </li><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral </li><li>Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community </li><li>Promoting carer, service user and community involvement </li><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services </li></ul><ul><li>Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination </li><li>Research, design and prepare subject matter and materials for groups / pods. </li><li>Deliver structured content within group settings to service users at various stages of recovery </li><li>Engage with debriefing and evaluations with co-facilitators after groups/pods have taken place, reviewing progress and identifying concerns with service users </li><li>Tailor specific workshops around the needs of the service users, such as: anger management, sleep disorders, relationships, etc </li></ul>About you: <ul><li>Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field </li><li>Experience of working with groups/pods and managing group dynamics, such as conflict or challenging behaviour. </li><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills </li><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills </li><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice </li><li>Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders </li><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users </li><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards </li><li>Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others </li></ul>What we will give to you: <ul><li>25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years' service "Capped at 30 days" </li><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme </li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. </li><li>A friendly and supportive team </li><li>Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities</li><li>Refer a friend scheme</li></ul>Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 1/6/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Anji burford | <a href="mailto:anji.burford@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">anji.burford@cgl.org.uk</a> | 01384426120 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Job Description Job Title: Premises Officer - Peripatetic (Leicestershire) Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: The role is to work on a peripatetic (Multi area) basis across Leicestershire. Salary: £25,188 -£25,590 per annum Working Hours: 37 hour per week (Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays between the hours of 7am and 10pm) Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 31/05/2025 Interview Date(s): To be confirmed Please note: This role does not meet the minimum salary requirements for sponsorship therefore you must already have the right to work in the UK in order to apply. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, confident and motivated Peripatetic Premises Officer to join our team. The role purpose is to provide high quality maintenance, security and cleanliness of our short break sites, buildings and grounds, so that all staff, visitors and service users have a comfortable, clean, safe and well-maintained environment in which to work and use the facilities. Our friendly team across Supported Living and Short breaks respite are based around Leicestershire at various sites; Carlton Drive and Waterlees Short Breaks and supported living, Wigston, Melton Mowbray Short breaks and supported living bungalows, The Trees Short Breaks, Hinckley including the Charnwood area (Loughborough and Sileby). We are looking for a full time Peripatetic Premises officer to join our team. All the above sites are purpose-built respite/supported living homes, providing respite care/supported living for adults with learning disability, Autism, Physical disabilities and Sensory impairments. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work as part of our team, whilst meeting exacting health and safety standards. In return, you will have the opportunity to develop and progress within a large public sector organisation, with opportunities to thrive in a modern and flexible working environment, have access to an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, along with a generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role We are looking for Peripatetic Premises Officer to undertake a programme of general maintenance work, as agreed with each Site Manager to ensure that the services are maintained to a state of good repair on a cost-effective basis, ensure service assets and resources including buildings and equipment are maintained to a high standard and compliant with the Council's and Care Quality Commission (CQC) policies and procedures and relevant regulatory and legislative requirements to ensure safe working. These include (but are not restricted to) Health &amp; Safety Act, Fire Safety Order, PAT, LOLER. To compile a broad range of risk assessments with guidance from relevant departmental colleagues, comply with audit/inspection visits undertaken by the Council and other relevant bodies and ensure effective follow through of actions highlighted in achieving full compliance. You will be able to develop local systems, processes and procedures under the direction of the Site Manager to ensure services maintain comprehensive end-to-end processes This will include performing routine checks and minor repairs as required to maintain: (a) heating (and/or cooling) system(s), (b) interior and exterior lighting, (c) plumbing (including minor repairs, clearance of blockages), (d) changing of diffusers, fuses, bulbs etc, (e) other systems for the comfort, safety or security of building users. You will alert line managers to requirements for system repair, renewal or specialist maintenance You will be able to undertake minor repairs to buildings, fixtures, furniture and equipment to a good standard. Reporting any defects to the Site Manager and relevant bodies under instruction. You will be able to provide a responsive porterage service to users of the premises, including lifting and carrying heavy items, furniture and equipment in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines. You will be able to liaise with external contractors and ensure compliance with Health &amp; Safety requirements. You will need to ensure that equipment including assistive technology and manual handling equipment used at sites is in good working order and is used in accordance with Health and Safety, LOLER and PAT regulations. Be able to oversee and undertake Infection Prevention Control (IPC) procedures of premises ensuring that work is completed to a high standard and complies with safe working practices Be able to undertake and oversee cleaning duties at premises as required. This will include floor scrubbing, buffing and polishing along with high level works including clearing of paths, drains, gullies and car parks. Be able to be responsible for protecting and managing information securely, and reporting breaches or suspected information security breaches, in line with Council policies We will provide the training needed (in worktime) and have a team behind you to mentor, coach and support your journey. About You To apply for this post, you must be able to meet all of the following: <ul> <li>Demonstrate a commitment to providing high quality maintenance, security and cleanliness of all buildings and grounds.</li></ul><ul> <li>Be responsive to meet the changing needs of a 24/7 service. Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays;</li></ul><ul> <li>The ability to write clear and concise records and risk assessments.</li></ul><ul> <li>Be able to perform routine checks and minor repairs as required to maintain the building and grounds and have a good knowledge of maintenance </li></ul>We'd also expect you to share our commitment to our values and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the interview process. Interested in Flexible Working? We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact: Name: Sharon Duffus Telephone: 01163051595 Email: <a href="mailto:sharon.duffus@leics.gov.uk" target="_blank">sharon.duffus@leics.gov.uk</a> How to Apply Leicestershire County Council is an inclusive organisation which is on a journey to embed and celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion at every level. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, as having a diverse workforce with different perspectives and ideas is fundamental to our values and enriches the services, we offer our communities. We particularly welcome applicants from Ethnically Diverse and LGBTQ+ communities and people with disabilities to create a balanced workforce and one that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants with a disability who meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above will be offered an interview under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme. To apply for this job, please click 'Apply Now'. You will need to upload a supporting statement as part of your application which explains how you meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above. For more information, see the How to Apply section on our career site. If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Employee Service Centre: <a href="https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home" target="_blank">https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home</a>. By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. About Us About Leicestershire County Council Leicestershire County Council is a Disability Confident, Menopause Friendly, Mindful Employer, Fostering Friendly, Forces Friendly, and Cycle Friendly organisation. In August 2021, we also signed up to the Race at Work Charter. We are strongly committed to promoting equality and opportunity, championing employee wellbeing and investing in staff training and development. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. For further information on what it's like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following: Our Recruitment Process Our Organisational Values Our Employee Benefits Working for Us

Premises Officer

Housing Management Coordinator Birmingham Permanent, part time (22.5 hpw), 3 days out of 5 Monday to Friday, e.g. rota working Pay £13.21 per hour (£25,838 per annu m) [pro rata] an d great benefits including Health Cash Plan Home, a place where you belong This is a great opportunity for a Housing Management Coordinator to join our team h ere in Birmingham - UPS . As our Housing and Property Guru, you'll focus on tenancy support for our customers, ensuring their homes are safe and well maintained. Providing a housing management service, you'll support them to manage and maintain their tenancy and rent accounts with the aim of helping them move on to a secure, long-term accommodation! Typical day as a Housing Management Coordinator <ul> <li> Customer group - Mental Health </li> <li> Making sure that our customers properties are homes they can be proud of, you'll support your customers by engaging and involving them in their tenancies. </li> <li> Help our customers with housing benefit claims, making sure that these are received on their rent account. </li> <li> Where there is a need, you'll also issue and sign warning letters and notices which may lead to attending court. </li> <li> Getting rooms ready for the next customers who needs our help and for maximum occupancy, you'll turn around vacant or vo id flats wit hin set timescales. </li> <li> Ensuring we are health and safety compliant and that maintenance standards are met. </li> </ul>Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You'll do that here, working for one of the top ten Great Place to Work in the UK! You bring <ul> <li> Experience in managing a housing management caseload and overseeing landlord and housing management duties </li> <li> Know-how of re-letting of rooms or units, collecting rents, and taking formal tenancy action when needed. </li> <li> Able to take on a lead role within the team, offering guidance and support to your colleagues </li> <li> The ability to work on your own initiative, positively influencing people from all different backgrounds. </li> <li> A "can do" positive attitude, you're proactive and well organised, and able to work on your initiative. </li> <li> Confident working collaboratively with colleagues in other parts of the business as well as with external partners </li> </ul>Due to limits on our current certificates of sponsorship, we are not able to offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role. This remains under regular review Our team You'll join Gerry and our UPS team , we're super passionate about what we do! Bring your uniqueness, brilliant skills and awesome experience to deliver amazing things for our customers. You'll join our team, who come from different walks of life and are here to support you as you make yourself at Home! Job details <ul> <li> Flexible working hours (or we're open to agreeing a work pattern with you) </li> <li> Based at our service in Birmingham </li> <li> Able to use technology for making benefit claims and doing tenancy signs ups, </li> <li> You'll need an Enhanced DBS check done and we pay for that. </li> </ul> A place where you belong Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work ! What's in it for you? <ul> <li> 34 days leave (including bank hols and a "me day" to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too! </li> <li> Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We'll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more. </li> <li> Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us. </li> <li> We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you're ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us! </li> <li> Colleagues really matters to us, that's why we're the 10 th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them. </li> <li> Learn more about our benefits on our website. </li> </ul> Find out more Click APPLY NOW to see our Housing Management Coordinator Job Description , find out about us and for help to apply . S ometimes we close a job early, so don't delay or you might miss out. Finally, do let us know if there's anything we can do, to help you shine in our process at <a href="mailto:recruitment@homegroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@homegroup.org.uk</a>

Housing Management Coordinator

City: Birmingham B15 1LZSalary: £52,120 per annumHours: 35 hours per weekContract: PermanentWe're seeking a Contract Manager to join our Housing Management team, supporting the delivery of safe and thriving communities which our tenants are proud to call home. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable Estates/Environmental Services professional who is passionate about ensuring we can provide homes in a safe, well-maintained environment.Utilising your contract management skills and financial acumen, you'll lead on the procurement, management and monitoring of different service contracts, from grounds maintenance to tree surgery and communal cleaning to name a few; ensuring the delivery of high-quality services, focussing on getting things right first time and continuously improving the service. You'll be accountable for developing and implementing contract management frameworks, as well as undertaking regular performance reviews.As well as managing the performance of contractors, you'll also lead and manage the performance and development of your team of Contract Officers and Administrators, providing coaching and other development support as required.As we embark upon delivering our Tenants at Heart Corporate Plan 2025-2030, our whole focus is to put the tenant at the heart of what we do. Tenant involvement is a key part of this role; gaining their insights and support when services are procured, and ongoing monitoring, through inspections and customer satisfaction. You'll be responsible for ensuring tenants are kept informed about performance and variations to contracts, as well liaising with tenants to resolve issues and complaints. You'll also be responsible for providing performance related data for internal and external reporting.Our ideal candidate? We're looking for a customer-focussed individual who can build strong stakeholder relationships to deliver high standards of service and drive continuous improvement. Your application will also demonstrate:<ul><li>Experience of procuring environmental, communal and/or estates management services, such as grounds maintenance, cleaning, waste management, pest control etc.</li><li>Proven track record of successful contract management, with experience of performance management, enhancing compliance and oversight of financial and budgetary controls.</li><li>Experience of developing, managing and motivating a team.</li><li>Managing approximately 15 contracts at different stages of their lifecycle, you'll be highly organised, and be able to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.</li></ul>We're an organisation that values collaboration between our tenants, colleagues and contractors. You can therefore expect to work 3 days per week from a Midland Heart site, supplier site or onsite with tenants in the community.Who are Midland Heart? We're one team working together for our tenants. We're a values-driven organisation, committed to making a real impact in the lives of our tenants. In return for your expertise, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to shape contracted services that deliver safe, well-maintained homes and communities for our tenants.We are proud to say we have recently been named in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work list, within the Big Organisations category (The Times).Applications close at midnight on Sunday 01st June 2025 however, we reserve the right to assess and appoint prior to the advertised closing date.We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss any adjustments you might need in order to be successful in this role.No agencies please.

Contract Manager (Estates / Environmental Services)

About the Team This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and professional building maintenance surveyor seeking a new challenge to join our award winning Property Services Building Team. As part of a wider team including building surveyors &amp; M&amp;E engineers, the postholder will coordinate and deliver works through our supply chain, ensuring high standards and conformity to specification throughout. Working predominantly within the county of Warwickshire for a range of customers, the buildings we maintain include office accommodation, schools, fire stations, libraries, heritage and culture property, industrial buildings as well as farms and small holdings. This post offers challenge, stimulation and requires a self-motivated, energetic, enthusiastic and team focused person. The Building Maintenance Surveyor post is key to our continued success and your performance will directly contribute to it. Within the Building Services Team you will be working as part of a professional team of surveyors and engineers responsible for a wide range of revenue and capital projects for clients both within and external to the Council. Working from Warwickshire County Council's property condition data or to external client briefs you will be conducting site surveys, preparing specifications and tender drawings, certifying contractors accounts, instructing contractors, chairing meetings, and managing your own projects through from inception to handover, liaising with stakeholders along the way. You will be assisting the Building Team Manager in providing technical support both within Building Maintenance and to other services within Warwickshire County Council. The role requires an ambitious, qualified, and motivated building maintenance surveyor who will be provided with all the support needed to deliver a quality service. The Role: 37 hours per week Salary £40,476 - £42,708 (pay award pending) Out of hours callout &amp; standby: Approximately one weeks duty, every four to six weeks, paid at 12.5% of hourly rate. Full rate if required to work, or attend site. Generous Annual Leave entitlement - 26 days rising to 31 days after 4 years service, plus bank holidays and an additional Company Day at Christmas. Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme - Access to scheme for car lease from 24-48months with option to purchase on contract completion. Agile Working Hours and Agile Place of Work - Ability to work from home or from one of WCC's office spaces, to suit the needs of the service. Agile working is a fluid working practice, which is about finding the best way for both the individual and the organisation to work. Professional Membership fees - Payment of CIOB, RICS or similar professional membership fees. (Single membership only) Key Requirements The post holder must have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills. The postholder will be required to independently travel to various properties managed by WCC within Warwickshire County. The post holder should be qualified to HNC level or equivalent in construction. For further information please see the Job Description and Person Specification Information &amp; How to Apply For further information about the role please contact the hiring manager: Danny Evans (Team Manager - Building Services) - <a href="mailto:dannyevans@warwickshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">dannyevans@warwickshire.gov.uk</a> Working for Warwickshire - This is the difference you make Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported, and welcome. Our people are at the heart of this vision, could you be one of them! At Warwickshire County Council we are committed to ensuring Warwickshire's economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision for Warwickshire County Council is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best. Your future matters to us, we provide a generous pension scheme which includes an employer contribution rate of typically around 19 percent per month, to help support your financial security during retirement. The scheme also offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependants. To find out more please visit: Warwickshire Pension Fund homepage - Warwickshire Pension Fund ' The benefits we offer include agile working, a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government, generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas, and access to Vivup benefits and discounts platform. Click here to view the benefits at Warwickshire County Council. Additional Information Warwickshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please be advised successful applicants will be subject to a range of pre-engagement checks, including a relevant Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In accordance with the DBS code of practice and our own policy, should an individual have a declared criminal offence an individual assessment will be completed. Warwickshire County Council adheres to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public. An NPPV check is required for individuals who are to be appointed due to frequent and uncontrolled access to government assets. There are multiple positions available on this advertisement, therefore please be aware shortlisting and interviews are taking placing during the advertising period. Closing date: 30 th May 2025 at 12 midnight Interview date: 16 th June 2025 Should you require application forms in an alternative format / language or any adjustments to be made throughout the application process or upon appointment, please contact <a href="mailto:hrandpayroll@warwickshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrandpayroll@warwickshire.gov.uk</a> and we will make every effort to meet your specific requirements. Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce. See more

Building Maintenance Surveyor

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Birmingham 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. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. 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, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues 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 Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant 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>Competitive salary</li> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>For further details regarding the salary structure, please refer to the attached job description. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Birmingham

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K per annum - Birmingham 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. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. 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. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. 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, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues 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 Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant 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 - Birmingham

Description Playground Games is looking for a Community Director to join our Fable team on a permanent basis. About us: As a first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and, most of all, fun. We are excited to be rebooting the much-loved Fable franchise and are expanding our diverse team to create a new classic in the action RPG genre. About the role: As the Community Director, you will play a pivotal role in fostering and nurturing the vibrant community that surrounds our games. You'll be the primary liaison between our passionate player base and our development team, ensuring that player feedback is heard and addressed. Your responsibilities will include engaging with players across various platforms, organizing events and activities, crafting compelling content for newsletters and social media, and analysing community feedback to drive continuous improvement. The Community Director understands how game communities function, has the ability to communicate effectively and transparently, can handle online toxicity, knows how to increase player engagement and can cultivate and nurture an inclusive environment. This is a permanent role based at our state-of-the-art facilities in Royal Leamington Spa. We have a hybrid work model in place with a minimum of 3 days a week in studio. Relocation assistance is available if required. What you'll do: <ul><li>Utilize your deep understanding of gaming communities to identify player preferences, trends, and concerns. Act as the voice of our players, advocating for their needs and desires within the development process. </li><li>Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with players through newsletters, social media platforms, and other communication channels. Proficiency in editing images and videos will be beneficial for creating engaging content. </li><li>Develop and execute strategic plans for community engagement, including event organization, content scheduling, and project management. Coordinate with marketing and public relations teams to align messaging and activities. </li><li>Utilize analytics tools to track community engagement metrics, website traffic, and social media interactions. Leverage data insights to optimize community strategies and initiatives. </li><li>Demonstrate a deep passion for gaming and a comprehensive understanding of the gaming market. Stay informed about industry trends, game development processes, and the gaming community landscape. </li><li>Build, lead and mentor a team of community specialists, providing guidance, feedback, and support to ensure the team's success in achieving community engagement goals. Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively to maximize team productivity. </li></ul>What you'll bring: <ul><li>A minimum of 5+ years' experience in a communications and/or community role for a large game or entertainment brand. </li><li>A minimum 3+ years' experience leading and managing community teams on major consumer brands and/or entertainment franchises. </li><li>Demonstrated track record managing major community programs at scale, including new channel growth, developer communications, influencer activations, and content creator initiatives. </li><li>Strong proficiency in written and verbal communication, with experience coordinating and managing content (images, videos, and copy) on all relevant platforms (Facebook, TikTok, Discord). </li><li>Experience managing key stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and community influencers, to drive collaborative initiatives and achieve shared goals. </li><li>Expert knowledge of existing and emerging social media platforms, analytics tolls, and trends. </li><li>In-depth knowledge of gaming culture, industry trends, and popular gaming titles. </li><li>Skilled copy writer with an eye for quality and can maintain a consistent voice across platforms. </li><li>Able to identify and mitigate potential social media issues related to cultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and representation in digital communication. </li></ul>Preferred: <ul><li>Advanced degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field. </li><li>Experience being in front of the camera as the representative of the game towards the community. </li><li>Able to travel, including international travel, and work non-standard hours as needed. </li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity to make world-class games with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry's most exciting first-party game studios. Playground Games is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion fuels creativity. We are dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable and welcoming working environment. We strive to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our team members. It drives our innovation and connects us closer to our players. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion across age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. At Playground Games we recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, well-being and retention of our colleagues. We celebrate difference and welcome everyone to join us and to be themselves at work. If you require any reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact us on [email protected]

Community Director

CLOSING DATE: Thursday, 12th June 2025 Job Title: Homeless Prevention Worker Reports to: Homeless Prevention Coordinator Salary: Scale 6, Points 26-28, £26,229 - £27,982 per annum, pro rata Hours of work: 37.5 Hours per week 12 month Fixed Term Contract Key Responsibilities: ASSESSMENT/SUPPORT <ul> <li>To provide good quality information, advice &amp; signposting where required</li> </ul><ul> <li>To process and triage referrals - agency and self-referrals via telephone, electronic and walk-ins. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To undertake comprehensive and detailed assessments of housing and support needs and risks, to ensure the prevention of homelessness, where safe to do so.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To undertake investigations into housing and personal history to ascertain eligibility, priority need and local connection, on behalf of the local authority.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To ensure relevant background checks are undertaken to assist in the development of a robust risk management plan. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To ensure the proper process is followed to obtain GDPR, Declaration &amp; Consent from young people</li> </ul><ul> <li>To maintain accurate and professional electronic case records, ensuring internal and external data and monitoring systems are kept up to date at all times. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To provide high quality homelessness and housing options to young people, ensuring that their needs are met and expectations managed.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To make and issue decisions in line with legislation under the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To present cases where a homelessness main duty is owed under the relief pathway in a timely manner to the local authority.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To manage a case load of young people through the prevention and/or relief pathways.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To build and maintain effective and professional working relationships with internal and external partners/agencies. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To provide a holistic multi agency response to young people's housing and support needs.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To develop and maintain detailed Personalized Housing Plans (PHP) to ensure young people are:</li> </ul><ul> <li>referred on and signposted appropriately to relevant services e.g. Floating Support, specialist agencies</li> </ul><ul> <li>engaging with the actions of their PHP</li> </ul><ul> <li>provided with the relevant support (56 day duty), leading to the prevention or relief of homelessness</li> </ul><ul> <li>To operate within a duty system at the Youth Hub.</li> </ul>HOME VISIT &amp; MEDIATION <ul> <li>To undertake mediation sessions with young people and their excluders to improve relationships and prevent homelessness incl. initial meetings and family sessions.</li> <li>To utilize agreed assessment tools to identify the needs of a young person and their families, so that plans made are shared, evidence based and agreed to by all. </li> <li>To undertake home visits and accompany young people to appointments, where appropriate.</li> <li>To plan, implement, review and evaluate interventions to ensure positive outcomes for young people and their families, in line with prevention and/or relief pathway duties.</li> </ul>ADVOCACY <ul> <li>To promote young people's comprehension of assessment and application processes, ensuring that they are supported to fully understand their rights, decision outcomes and the decision review process. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To advise and advocate on issues relating to benefits, accessing specialist support services, housing rights etc. ensuring the young people are fully supported to access such services</li> </ul>To utilise legal advice services to effectively advocate on a young person's behalf. QUALIFICATIONS Essential: <ul> <li>GCSE English and Maths - C Grade and above or equivalent</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>NVQ 3 Advice &amp; Guidance, Health &amp; Social Care or equivalent or working towards Youth Work, Social Work or equivalent </li> <li>Housing qualification</li> </ul>ROLE EXPERIENCE Essential: <ul> <li>Working with young people in the following settings/Types of work - Youth Work, Residential or Social Work, Probation, Community Work, Education and Training, Housing.</li> <li>Delivering frontline triage or assessment service</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Working with volunteers/students</li> </ul>KNOWLEDGE: Essential: <ul> <li>Housing Rights, Welfare Reform Knowledge</li> <li>Housing Legislation; i.e. Housing Act and Homelessness Reduction Act</li> <li>Knowledge of Children's Act i.e. Section 17, 20 and 47</li> <li>Knowledge of and commitment to E.O.P/Anti-Discriminatory practice</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Knowledge of Social Skills/Job Training Skills</li> <li>Ability to work with figures</li> <li>Ability to maintain and improve standards</li> </ul>Locations Solihull, Birmingham

Homeless Prevention Worker - Solihull

Job Description #internal Please note this vacancy is only available for Birmingham City Council employees that are under a S188 (Priority Movers and Lateral Movers). Assistant Housing Officer - East Voids / Lettings Team (Lateral Move vacancy) Permanent Grade 3 - £26,409 - £32,654 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.5 hours per week This will be based on the East Voids Team 150-152 Kings Road B11 2AP. Working full time 3 days in the office and 2 days agile/ hybrid subject to business and service needs. From time to time you will be asked to provide cover to the other teams within the service across the city to cover emergencies. The role of the Assistant Housing Officer will be going out conducting viewings with customers who have bid for properties off the housing register showing them around sign posting them dealing with all customer enquires booking lettings collecting proofs, managing own work load dealing with energy providers clearing debts on meters. collecting keys as and when needed dealing with lock changes etc. We are looking for an organised individual who has a can do attitude and is willing to learn. Full training and support will be given. The post holder will need to hold a full driving licence. • Working closely with Repairs Partners to manage repairs to empty properties • Completing viewings with Customers as part of the Lettings process. We`re looking for people who can demonstrate : • Excellent customer service skills • Able to work within a busy working environment with tight deadlines • Contribute positively to implementing service improvements This role will involve site visits to empty properties and carrying out viewings with Customers . It is desirable (not essential) that applicants are able to commute to and between site visits (car mileage is currently paid at 0.51 pence per mile). Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact: Azim Hussain <a href="mailto:Azim.Hussain@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Azim.Hussain@birmingham.gov.uk</a> We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration. About Us We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

Assistant Housing Officer - Lateral Move

Job Description VOIDS &amp; LETTINGS ASSISTANT HOUSING OFFICER Lateral Move Internal Applicant's only <ul> <li>Please do not apply unless you are currently an internal applicant under S188</li></ul>Permanent Grade 3 - £26,409 - £32,654 We are a Living Wage Employer, and all our roles will be paid as such where the pay scales are below the Living Wage rate. Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.5 hours per week Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact: Ian Hegarty <a href="mailto:ian.hegarty@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">ian.hegarty@birmingham.gov.uk</a> We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Job Description and Person Specification We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration. About Us We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

Assistant Housing Officer Lateral Move

Job Description #internal Please note this vacancy is only available for Birmingham City Council employees that are under a S188 (Priority Movers and Lateral Movers). Please note this vacancy is only available to Birmingham City Council employees. Permanent 36.5 hour per week Grade 4 - £33,366 - £40,476 - Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review We are a Living Wage Employer, and all our roles will be paid as such where the pay scales are below the Living Wage rate. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Housing Management team, supporting our council tenants and overseeing the management of our 59,000 council properties. City Housing is embarking on a transformation journey to improve the services provided to residents, the Housing Officer role is key to developing that relationship with our residents to ensure they feel safe and supported within their homes. As a front facing customer role, you will be the main contact for our tenants and will deal with a wide range of issues to enable residents to sustain their tenancies. You will be responsible for conducting tenancy visits, dealing with anti social behaviour, resident engagement and addressing ongoing tenancy issues. This role is very much about working with our residents, the community, and partners within your designated locality to deliver an excellent Housing Management service. You will be expected to work face to face with customers and provide a visible presence within your area. If you are someone who places the customer at the heart of what you do we would love to hear from you. You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.: . For any informal enquires please contact: Rachael Goodman - <a href="mailto:Rachael.Goodman@birrmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rachael.Goodman@birrmingham.gov.uk</a> We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Job Description and Person Specification 2388 Housing Officer JDPS.doc About Us We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

Housing Officer Lateral Move

Job Description #Internal Please note this vacancy is only available for Birmingham City Council employees that are under a S188 (Priority Movers and Lateral Movers) Housing Officer- Lateral Move Permanent Grade 4 - £32,076 - £39,186 (pro rata) Consultation Grade subject to formal review under job evaluation Working 18.25 hours per week Part Time Housing Officer Lateral move opportunity for a part time Housing Officer based in Central North and West area, undertaking the full range of housing management duties which may vary according to the size and profile of the area. Using prevention, early intervention education and enforcement approaches and to ensure the proper management of council tenancies in accordance with BCCs Tenancy Management policy and related procedures, in compliance with all relevant legislation, regulatory codes, guidance and professional practice. Case manage complex, high level, and/or escalated cases from Neighbourhood Officers and maintain accurate case management and other administrative records according to the required standards and procedures and by using appropriate IT systems. You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact: Emma Price <a href="mailto:emma.l.price@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">emma.l.price@birmingham.gov.uk</a> We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Job Description and Person Specification: TH0046BX Housing Officer Gr4 JDPS (2).doc About Us We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

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