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YMCA Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire are a small but fast growing and aspirational Housing Association who are carving a niche as the housing provider of choice for young adults in our area.&nbsp;We are looking for a humble, hard-working and emotionally intelligent manager to support our small but dedicated team to operate our housing management functions such as lettings and rent management at our CMK Campus, move-on properties across Milton Keynes, and homes for care leavers in Northampton.You will have good housing management experience, strong organisational skills, an ability to manage a demanding workload, a friendly and approachable manner, and a commitment to providing the best possible quality service to young people.We will provide an inspiring and supportive environment, a role you can be proud of, and a chance to help young people to belong, contribute and thrive.&nbsp; We are also a considerate employer, committed to staff wellbeing, and can be flexible about working hours depending on candidate needs and abilities so long as business needs are met.&nbsp; The successful candidate will need to hold or be willing to work towards achieving a CIH Level 4 qualification or above.&nbsp;Along with a competitive salary we offer many employee benefits….Salary up to £50k FTE depending on skills and experience.&nbsp;Available as a full or part-time role depending on candidate skills and experience and requirements.If this is the role for you then you can find a full job description and details of how to apply on our website<a href="https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/0CVeCM5XOSG93vIwfrI8vdDU?domain=mkymca.com/" target="_blank">https://mkymca.com/who-we-are/vacancies/</a> &nbsp;or click the Apply button.&nbsp;Enhanced DBS required.&nbsp; YMCA Milton Keynes is an equal opportunities employer.

Housing Manager

Company Description Culina Group Limited, through its subsidiaries, provides logistics, warehousing, distribution, and other services for the food and drink industry in United Kingdom and Ireland. It provides chilled, ambient, contract packaging, and bonded logistics services, as well as value-added services, such as online visibility and systems integration, pallet management, and supply chain management. Job Description Culina has strategic plans for further expansion and we are committed to developing and nurturing talent and the future workforce. This is a key role with prime responsibility to facilitate, deliver and adapt training initiatives that support business objectives whilst supporting and encouraging all employees in becoming the best that they can be. You will be responsible for a number of sites training needs within a region, therefore a willingness to travel is required. We are flexible for this role to be based at any of our sites within the midlands and north region. Working hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hour week. Key Duties of a Learning and Development Advisor: <ul><li>Identify any skills gaps within both the organisation and individuals, offering guidance and support to develop capabilities</li><li>Design, deliver &amp; maintain training course content, materials and lesson plans in core, personal &amp; management skills training courses, providing support for other Culina colleagues in the business</li><li>Support employees and managers with Career Development Plans and Personal Development Plans</li><li>Assist in the review and development of training policies and initiatives to ensure all learning is aligned to company objectives</li><li>Maintain Continuous Professional Development and actively seek improvement opportunities for L&amp;D, utilising E-Learning, Virtual Learning and blended learning</li><li>Offer short term coaching contracts and establish mentoring relationships</li><li>Maintain efficient L&amp;D Administration and Planning practices</li><li>Liaise with key stakeholders to ascertain and deliver L&amp;D initiatives across various business units</li><li>Work collaboratively with wider HR community to help people plans</li><li>Develop identified talent to enable succession planning</li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li>Previous experience within a similar L&amp;D position.</li><li>Confident presenting to individuals and groups.</li><li>Experience with the use of PowerPoint.</li><li>Exceptional training and coaching skills.</li><li>Ability to motivate people to higher levels of performance.</li><li>Establishes good relationships with a range of people.</li><li>Recognises and rewards the contribution of others.</li><li>Listens, consults others and communicates proactively.</li><li>Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills and the ability to manage own workload.</li><li>Upholds ethics and values.</li><li>Attention to detail and ability to work on own initiative.</li></ul>Additional Information As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives. Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include: <ul><li>Annual Leave - Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 days plus the bank holidays.</li><li>Company Bonus - We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.</li><li>Private Medical Cover - This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa.</li><li>Pension scheme - we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer agreat contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer.</li><li>Car allowance or Company car - Business need </li><li>Life Assurance - 4 x your annual salary.</li><li>Wellness - Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.</li><li>Eye Care Vouchers - We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.</li><li>Reward &amp; Recognition - We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.</li><li>Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!</li></ul>If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

Learning and Development Advisor

The vacancy Permanent Full time (37 hours per week) We are looking for a dedicated customer-focused Independent Living Scheme Projects Officer to work within our Independent Living sector. What you will be doing: <ul> <li>Demonstrate that we put the customer at the heart of our services by building trust and using our expertise to support customer requests or provide an explanation where this is not possible.</li></ul><ul> <li>Manage housing services proactively and provide a service that lives up to our values and has the customer at the heart of our service</li></ul><ul> <li>Maximise income through minimising rent and void loss</li></ul><ul> <li>Liaising with colleagues and partners both internally and externally to ensure a consistent service is provided within the Home Team and bpha.</li></ul><ul> <li>Demonstrating bpha values and listening to our customers to improve the customer experience helping bpha to become a landlord of choice.</li></ul><ul> <li>Supporting tenants with their housing options so they can make informed choices about their tenancy</li></ul>We'd love to meet someone with: <ul> <li>Excellent customer service skills putting the customer at the heart of what we do</li></ul><ul> <li>Exceptional problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities</li></ul><ul> <li>Clear and effective communicator, able to convey complex information to customers and key stakeholders</li></ul><ul> <li>Negotiation and influencing skills</li></ul><ul> <li>Initiative to make difficult decisions</li></ul><ul> <li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and to a range of audiences</li></ul><ul> <li>The ability to work within an ever-changing environment</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of working in partnership with internal teams and external organisations to achieve shared goals</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to follow procedures and maintain, clear, concise records</li></ul><ul> <li>Able to create rapport and build effective relationships quickly</li></ul>Amongst what we offer you is: <ul> <li>28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays</li></ul><ul> <li>A generous contributory pension scheme</li></ul><ul> <li>Private health care</li></ul><ul> <li>Free life assurance</li></ul><ul> <li>Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym</li></ul><ul> <li>Opportunities for learning and development</li></ul><ul> <li>Discounted gym membership</li></ul><ul> <li>Retail discount scheme</li></ul><ul> <li>Hybrid Working</li></ul>Please note the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS application. Closing date: 8th January 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible. About us bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge arc, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing. We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes - for rent, sheltered, residential care and shared ownership. We work together with communities - to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities. All the money we make is used to invest in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services. We own or manage over 19,500 homes and over 500 staff. Our vision and values To build communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford. Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together. We are ambitious We are better together We show empathy We take responsibility Benefits We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren't simply little extras added on at the end, they're fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard. That's why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day. Money &amp; Time <ul> <li>Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Competitive pay</li> <li>Life assurance cover</li></ul>Health &amp; Wellbeing <ul> <li>Private healthcare</li> <li>Mental Health First Aid</li> <li>Counselling service</li> <li>Eye tests</li> <li>Discounted gym membership</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>Free annual flu jabs</li> <li>Wellbeing activities and events</li> <li>Free fruit and refreshments</li></ul>Recognition <ul> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Annual staff recognition awards</li> <li>Discretionary reward scheme</li></ul>Lifestyle <ul> <li>Annual volunteering day</li> <li>Social events, clubs and activities</li> <li>Breakout areas</li> <li>Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters</li></ul>Development <ul> <li>Opportunities for professional training and qualifications</li> <li>Workshops and training sessions for new skills</li> <li>A fresh and modern eLearning platform</li></ul>

Independent Living Scheme Project Officer

Job Description We have a permanent, full-time opportunity for an Estate Assistant to join our Estates team working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 08:00am to 4:00pm. You will be responsible for providing high quality grounds and garden services to our schemes based in and around Welwyn Garden City in Hertfordshire. Reporting into the Estates Services Officer you will be responsible for providing high quality Gardening &amp; Cleaning services to our schemes. We are looking for someone who has good customer service skills as you will be interacting with our customers and colleagues. The work can sometimes be quite physically demanding. You will also be able to demonstrate the following essential skills: <ul> <li>Proven professional experience of delivering grounds maintenance across a variety of sites and garden types</li> <li>Experience and knowledge of lawn, shrub, and plant care</li> <li>Proven experience of achieving high levels of customer satisfaction</li> <li>Ability to carry out physical tasks within Health and Safety guidelines</li> <li>Able to work effectively within a team</li> <li>Ability to use all equipment safely and effectively</li> <li>Ability to work effectively without high levels of supervision</li> <li>Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, including COSHH and PPE</li></ul>Some of the key duties involved are: <ul> <li>Grounds, maintenance, and external gardening work (Hedge trimming, grass cutting, weed and moss control etc)</li> <li>Cleaning internal and external communal areas</li> <li>Using mechanical cleaning tools</li> <li>Cleaning of internal communal areas including lifts, corridors (mopping dusting and vacuuming)</li> <li>Bin store/bulk waste management</li> <li>Litter picking</li> <li>Customer interaction</li></ul>Work Schedule <ul> <li>Monday to Friday - 8am - 4pm</li> <li>35 hours per week</li> <li>No weekend working</li> <li>Start and end location within Welwyn Garden City, you will be expected to travel within the home counties</li></ul>Essential Requirements <ul> <li>Full clean UK driving licence.</li> <li>Ideally 2 years gardening experience (but will accept less if you are the right candidate) </li></ul>If you are interested in joining us and would like to apply for this role, please review the role profile to ensure you meet the essential criteria. Please apply by submitting your CV as a word or pdf attachment. Interviews will take place in person on Friday 10th January in Welwyn Garden City. Please note the recruitment office will not be staffed between 25thDec - 1st Jan. INDTGP TJTGP

Estate Assistant

The vacancy Permanent Full time (37 hours per week) Are you passionate about maintaining high quality standards and ensuring customer satisfaction? We are looking for a dedicated Independent Living Maintenance Officer, who will play a crucial role in delivering a seamless repairs and maintenance service. From handling minor repairs to conducting health and safety checks, your work will ensure that our schemes are safe, comfortable, and compliant for our communities. The role is for someone who is looking to be part of a team that truly makes a positive impact on the lives of customers. What you will be doing: <ul> <li>Carrying out efficient minor repairs, ensuring a high standard is maintained across all sites.</li></ul><ul> <li>Conducting regular site inspections will be part of your role, identifying and addressing maintenance needs while involving residents.</li></ul><ul> <li>Tracking and escalating repairs using digital systems to meet deadlines.</li></ul><ul> <li>Managing contractor visits, maintaining clear communication to minimise disruptions.</li></ul><ul> <li>Leading meetings, manage a cleaning team, and provide support to colleagues when needed.</li></ul><ul> <li>Working closely with management to keep working practices up to date.</li></ul>We'd love to meet someone with: <ul> <li>Strong communication skills and the ability to solve problems quickly.</li></ul><ul> <li>You should be organized, proactive, and capable of handling multiple tasks effectively.</li></ul><ul> <li>Leadership experience and the ability to motivate teams to uphold high standards are important.</li></ul><ul> <li>Knowledge in property maintenance or health and safety is preferred.</li></ul><ul> <li>Comfortable with using digital tools to track and escalate repair issues is essential.</li></ul>Amongst what we offer you is: <ul> <li>A competitive salary of £24,150 per annum</li></ul><ul> <li>28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays</li></ul><ul> <li>A generous contributory pension scheme</li></ul><ul> <li>Private health care</li></ul><ul> <li>Free life assurance</li></ul><ul> <li>Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym</li></ul><ul> <li>Opportunities for learning and development</li></ul><ul> <li>Discounted gym membership</li></ul><ul> <li>Retail discount scheme</li></ul><ul> <li>Hybrid Working</li></ul>Please note the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS application. Closing date: 6th January 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible. About us bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge arc, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing. We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes - for rent, sheltered, residential care and shared ownership. We work together with communities - to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities. All the money we make is used to invest in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services. We own or manage over 19,500 homes and over 500 staff. Our vision and values To build communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford. Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together. We are ambitious We are better together We show empathy We take responsibility Benefits We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren't simply little extras added on at the end, they're fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard. That's why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day. Money &amp; Time <ul> <li>Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Competitive pay</li> <li>Life assurance cover</li></ul>Health &amp; Wellbeing <ul> <li>Private healthcare</li> <li>Mental Health First Aid</li> <li>Counselling service</li> <li>Eye tests</li> <li>Discounted gym membership</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>Free annual flu jabs</li> <li>Wellbeing activities and events</li> <li>Free fruit and refreshments</li></ul>Recognition <ul> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Annual staff recognition awards</li> <li>Discretionary reward scheme</li></ul>Lifestyle <ul> <li>Annual volunteering day</li> <li>Social events, clubs and activities</li> <li>Breakout areas</li> <li>Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters</li></ul>Development <ul> <li>Opportunities for professional training and qualifications</li> <li>Workshops and training sessions for new skills</li> <li>A fresh and modern eLearning platform</li></ul>

Independent Living Maintenance Officer

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are looking for a House Manager to lead their estate at Hughenden Court, Hazlemere, Buckinghamshire. Hours: 30 hours per week Monday to Friday, working throughout the year. Salary: £25,724.44 FTE - ACTUAL £21,490.34 plus benefits and bonus Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave (starts at 25 days and will rise to 28 days max (1 additional day per year) plus bank holidays), entitlement access to benefits platform offering discounted Gift Cards and eGifts and offers for leading brands including restaurants and supermarkets. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. We welcome applications from candidates who have experience of working in front line services, or customer service management roles. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>As part of McCarthy &amp; Stone Management Service, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. McCarthy Stone does not currently offer sponsorship. We are only able to consider those that have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of May 2024, McCarthy Stone operates 538 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2024 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

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