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Housing Options Officer Braintree District Council Temporary, Full Time £31.19 ph (umbrella) Location: Braintree Closing Date: 2nd December 2025 Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree District Council to recruit a Housing Options Officer on a 3-month temporary basis. The Role: The purpose of this role is to provide a front-line, customer-focussed service to individuals and families experiencing housing difficulties. To assess housing needs and provide specialist advice in respect of all housing options in order to prevent and relieve homelessness. When prevention opportunities have been exhausted, to undertake investigations to determine the Council's duties under PtV11 Housing Act 1996, as amended, and ensure that statutory obligations are carried out. Please note you will be required to work on site a minimum of 2 days per week. Please note that this role will be based on site 2-3 days per week and will require you to be on site full time during the initial training period. Accountabilities: The main accountabilities will include, but not be limited to: <ul><li>To provide a comprehensive frontline service to customers seeking advice and assistance</li><li>with regards to their housing needs, irrespective of tenure, either in person or by telephone</li><li>To participate in the Housing Options duty rota (including Triage) and respond to</li><li>emergencies as required</li><li>To take action to prevent and relieve homelessness, including visits to applicants' parents, negotiation with landlords and mortgage companies, referral to other agencies and use of the Council's Homelessness Prevention Fund.</li><li>To provide customers with expert, professional, comprehensive advice and information on</li><li>all aspects of housing options work specific to their assessed needs: including undertaking basic financial and benefits assessments.</li><li>To produce Personalised Housing Plans following assessment of needs; to monitor customers' actions and to perform the authority's actions.</li><li>To help customers access a range of housing opportunities, including social housing, private rented accommodation, supported housing and shared/home ownership and to assess customers' suitability for the Council's Deposit Bond and/or Rental Loan schemes</li><li>To liaise, establish, maintain and develop links with Social Care teams, health providers, Registered Providers, private landlords and other statutory or voluntary agencies as appropriate and ensure that referrals are made as necessary, recorded and followed up as required</li><li>To attend case conferences and joint assessment interviews with Social Care teams or other organisations as necessary</li><li>To facilitate Housing Advice Surgeries and provide out-reach services at other venues as required</li><li>To undertake formal investigations under Pt V11 Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and associated guidance and legislation when homelessness cannot be prevented, and to issue cogent s184 decision letters within required timescales</li></ul>The Experience You Will Bring: To be successful in this post you will need: <ul><li>Good interviewing and interpersonal skills, excellent organisational and communication skills coupled with an empathetic style. Strong IT skills and letter writing skills are also important.</li><li>Experience of providing housing advice to the public and of liaising with other statutory, voluntary or private sector organisations</li><li>Previous experience of working in a housing service or a similar area of work</li><li>Experience of issuing Personalised Housing Plan (PHP)</li><li>Experience of writing s184 decisions</li><li>Willingness to carry out face to face housing options interview with homeless applicants.</li><li>Ability to manage own workload, be proactive while working within a team to achieve team objectives.</li><li>Experience of using Civica (Abritas)</li></ul>Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative, innovative and forward thinking approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. What should you do next? If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Braintree District Council website or apply using the link below Please Note-Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council If you have any queries regarding submitting an application or require anything further, please email <a href="mailto:louise.butler@essex.gov.uk" target="_blank">louise.butler@essex.gov.uk</a>

Housing Options Officer

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. Housing Officer Rumsey House - Rochford £17,265 per year (pro rata) 18.75 hours per week 2.5 days a week either Monday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Friday Temporary position for up to 6 months We have an opportunity for a hardworking and committed Housing Officer, who has sound knowledge of the local area, to join our team in Rochford, working alongside 8 other Housing Officers. This role is offered on a part time temporary basis until the end of May 2026. You will be responsible for providing a high-quality housing management service that meets the identified needs of customers and the wider community. The job sits within Sanctuary Housing Services which manages homes across England, providing general rented housing, housing for older people, market rent properties, shared ownership and home ownership accommodation. It also provides housing related services including lettings, debt management, compliance, tenancy management and customer services support. The role of Housing Officer will include: <ul><li>Provide effective tenancy and resident management in line with the prescribed internal policies and good practices to build community cohesion</li><li>Meet all legislative and regulatory requirements for housing management activities, ensuring the provision of quality and safe homes for Sanctuary Housing Services' current and future customers and to minimise potential risks</li><li>Ensure the effective management of complaints in line with policy, focusing on first contact resolution and the identification of future learning opportunities to achieve customer service excellence</li><li>Develop, build and maintain relationships with current and future customers and other key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective management of housing management services, identifying any shortfalls in service delivery and ensure these are acted upon</li><li>Support the service charge setting and scheme accounts production processes. Including ensuring that customer queries are investigated and responded to in a timely manner </li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul><li>Proven experience of delivering high quality tenancy services</li><li>Proven experience of good practice resident involvement activities</li><li>Working knowledge of relevant regulations and good practice</li><li>Proven experience of analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing solutions</li><li>Experience of using housing management software</li><li>Travel is a requirement of the role, therefore a full valid driving licence is essential</li></ul>Why work for us? We are a not-for-profit housing association, and own and manage around 125,000 homes. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture, and nurture and reward talent. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people's lives. 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 (pro rata)</li></ul><ul><li>A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary</li><li>Life Assurance</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 Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues</li><li>£17,265 per annum (pro rata)</li></ul><ul><li>The full time equivalent salary for this role is £34,531 based on 37.5 hours per week</li></ul>View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website) Closing Date: 7 December 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:housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk" target="_blank">housing.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. A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Housing Services Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

Housing Officer

Overview Empower change within the Criminal Justice System! Are you prepared to make a profound impact on the lives affected by substance misuse? If so, we're seeking an experienced Drug and Alcohol Worker to join our collaboration with Probation in Medway Kent, offering a genuine opportunity to engage in transformative one-to-one therapeutic work with individuals. Step into the heart of Medway and embrace a remarkable opportunity as a Drug and Alcohol Worker working closely with Probation. This role isn't just about a position; it's a chance to significantly alter the lives of those seeking support, engaging in impactful one-to-one therapeutic work with each individual. you will carry a small caseload which enables you to undertake real therapeutic work. This role extends beyond its scope; it's about transforming lives and making a lasting impact within our communities. Are you ready to be the driving force behind positive change and build bridges to access treatment. Where: Kent Hours: 37.5 hours per week Full Time Salary: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time) Contract Type: Fixed term for 12 months *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 of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us. </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. Direct applications only - we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 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 3/12/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Rebecca Hayles | <a href="mailto:becky.hayles@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">becky.hayles@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

Annual salary: up to £27,077.51 Resident Liaison Officer Dover £27,077.51 per annum, plus company van and fuel card Full time - Permanent - 42.5hrs per week Monday - Friday 8am till 5pm About the role We work with Dover District Council delivering a variety of planned and responsive repairs works within the social housing sector and we are looking for an experienced Resident Liaison Officer to join our team in Dover. You will be working directly within the operational team, supporting the Planned Works supervisors and the Customer Success Manager to deliver excellent customer service. The role is office (Aylesham, Kent) and site based (throughout the Dover district) and includes daily interaction with residents and clients, facilitating planned works, providing updates and reporting on access, complaint resolution and compliments. You will also be involved in delivering our social value programme. <ul><li>Act as an ambassador for Mears and the Council and support customer engagement activities across all work streams; planned and responsive works.</li><li>Work with the Council to support their resident engagement programme, attending resident meetings/consultation activities as necessary.</li><li>Work with supervisors to ensure that appropriate consultation and communication with residents is undertaken, in their homes or during specific events, providing a point of contact during planned works and ensuring that feedback is obtained on works completion.</li><li>Provide support and feedback to the Helpdesk, taking escalated calls as appropriate.</li><li>Provide a single point of contact for customer and client throughout the complaint process, investigating issues, providing full responses or information within target times.</li><li>Ensure that lessons learned from complaints, and complaint resolution actions are recorded and acted upon throughout the branch.</li><li>Escalate any concerns about work processes, behaviour, safeguarding to the appropriate manager.</li><li>Ensure all related policy, process and procedures are fully adhered to, and maintain accurate and relevant complaint, customer satisfaction and feedback records using company systems providing reports for the Council as required.</li><li>Review, coordinate and monitor all customer related tasks and communication materials as appropriate.</li><li>Support delivery of customer training, including standards and safeguarding, to operational teams and subcontractors.</li><li>Act as a champion for social value, supporting the branch in specific activities and recording and promoting achievements.</li><li>Provide administrative support across the office team and work closely to support other colleagues as required.</li></ul>Role Criteria <ul><li>Previous experience in a customer facing role with experience in the above duties</li><li>Proactive in supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge, and contributing to team objectives while maintaining a positive and adaptable attitude.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage enquiries, resolve issues promptly, and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction in fast-paced environments.</li><li>Skilled in verbal and written communication, including drafting professional correspondence, formal letters, and clear reports for diverse audiences.</li><li>Experienced in handling sensitive situations, mediating disputes, and achieving mutually beneficial outcomes with residents and stakeholders.</li><li>Able to work under pressure, adjusting priorities to meet changing deadlines and project requirements.</li><li>Previous experience managing documentation, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with organisational standards.</li><li>Ability to use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other digital platforms for scheduling, reporting, and communication.</li><li>UK Full Driving licence.</li></ul>Benefits we can offer you. <ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!</li><li>Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.</li><li>Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more.</li><li>Family friendly policies</li><li>Company Van, Fuel Card, and Uniform</li></ul>To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Mears Group is a Disability Confident employer and recognises our people as our greatest asset, we hire individuality, recognising and valuing everyone is individual and ensuring equal access to opportunities for all regardless of social economic background or individual make up. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks either before or upon commencement of employment. All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan (<a href="mailto:francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk</a>) If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

Resident Liaison Officer

Ranked in the Sunday Times as one of the best places to live in the UK, and in Lonely Planet as one of the best places to visit in the world, Folkestone &amp; Hythe is a dynamic and innovative place to live, work and visit. Based in our offices in the heart of Folkestone, you'll have easy access to transport links including HS1, Folkestone's regenerated town centre, the seafront and old town creative quarter, and our extraordinary and vibrant landscapes and communities. Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a real focus on supporting career development, wellbeing and family friendly initiatives, and a hybrid agile working culture that enables flexible and remote/home working. You can also expect an excellent benefits package that includes corporate membership, discount and salary sacrifice schemes, reimbursement of professional membership fees, up to 31 days holiday and Christmas closure, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and much, much more. The role The council have just undertaken an extensive service charge de-pooling project and now need a full-time service charge officer to help shape and deliver this new service. You will become a key member of a small, and experienced service which offers a range of high-quality homeownership and service charge functions. The overall purpose of the role is to ensure that all service charges are accurately calculated and levied against all residents including tenants and other homeowners. You will be the main contact for service charge enquiries both internal and external. The service charge officer will play a key role in improving how service charges are implemented and managed, assisting with ongoing development of any processes and systems. Above all ensuring the residents are at the core of everything that we do. About You The key qualifications, skills and experience required for this role: Friendly, outgoing, and passionate with the service you deliver. You'll be an experienced problem solver with an eye for detail. You'll be able to engage with all residents and staff to resolve any issues, highlighting any areas of improvement along the way. Essential • Experience in managing and maintaining large volumes of data. • The ability to communicate complex issues effectively. • An understanding of the accounting process for service charges. • Impeccable time management skills and the ability to work towards tight deadlines. • Delivering a first-class service to all users. • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively and build strong internal and external networks. • Be proactive in developing the service including suggesting changes to policies and procedures when appropriate. Beneficial • Systems experience with Microsoft Excel and NEC housing management system (service charges). • An accountancy qualification or the willingness to work towards. • CIH level 3 or the willingness to work towards. For an informal conversation about the role please contact: Richard Parker <a href="mailto:Richard.Parker@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">Richard.Parker@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a> 01303 853300 The closing date for receipt of completed applications is: 23:59 on 30th November 2025 Interviews will be held week commencing 8th December 2025 How to apply Please apply online via the link provided below. Please note that we do not accept CV's without a fully completed application form. Further information on this vacancy <ul> <li>Service Charge Officer JDPS</li> </ul>

Service Charge Officer

LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICER PATIENT TRANSPORT SERVICES (PTS) Kent and Medway area - Hybrid Working £28,500 per annum Full Time, Permanent Excellent Company benefits including Contributory Pension, G4S Life Assurance Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and subsidised Healthcare Plan About Us G4S Patient Transport Services (PTS) is one of the UK's largest Non-Emergency Patient Transport providers, carrying out over 350,000 journeys on behalf of the NHS every year. With 12 operational bases across the UK and a dedicated call centre, we employ over 720 members of staff to deliver safe, caring, high-quality patient-centric transport. About the Role The Learning and Development Officer/Specialist role is a pivotal position in the development of all G4S PTS staff. This role will be responsible for delivering high-quality training programs covering Inductions, continuing professional development and programs designed to support other areas of the G4S network. Experts in their field, such as L&amp;D specialists, may sometimes be requested to provide additional support to staff. As an experienced Learning and Development Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring that the training delivery meets high-quality standards to ensure we equip our staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide excellent service, safety, and a patient centred approach to service users across the G4S Patient Transport Services contract. Some of the key responsibilities for this role are; <ul> <li>To provide continuing and ongoing support to staff members throughout their careers, enabling their continued professional development</li> <li>To facilitate educational support, mentorship, and feedback to all staff taking specific and focused responsibility for their education, development and learning</li> <li>To enable and facilitate G4S staff to deliver high-quality pre-hospital patient care by providing innovative, efficient and effective in-house development, training and education</li> <li>Promote high-quality patient care by being an advocate for G4S core values</li> <li>Participate in the development and implementation of service improvement, research and policies, promoting G4S PTS strategic objectives and supporting specific initiatives</li> <li>To participate in the delivery of key objectives as defined by clinical governance / Health and safety legislation and wider legislative bodies</li> <li>To undertake and facilitate additional ad-hoc training as directed</li> <li>Gather information from and provide detailed feedback (in response to verbal/written reports or direct supervision) to staff where necessary to promote a change in behaviour, including communication, discussion and action planning with learners and staff</li> <li>Facilitate the learning and development of staff identified as requiring remedial support in a manner that challenges poor performance and empowers individuals to achieve their potential</li> <li>Act as a positive role model, encouraging transparency and support in an open and honest culture where staff feel able to challenge poor practice and suggest improvements to service delivery and patient care</li> <li>Maintain standards of personal and professional development</li> <li>Deliver all training packages in accordance with awarding body guidelines</li> <li>Maintain accurate training records in accordance with G4S PTS guidelines</li> <li>Play an active role in suggesting course content utilising aids to assist the L&amp;D Manager in developing training packages to support current and future operations</li> </ul>About you The successful candidate will need to demonstrate previous experience within a Learning and Development environment and willing to work towards achieving a minimum Level 3 in Education and Training, Moving and Handling Trainer qualification, First Aid at Work and Automated External Defibrillator Trainer/Assessor if these are not already held. It is essential that you are a dynamic and engaging individual who shares our ethics and values to deliver a first class service and is eager to support the Training deliver. Training by example, with the ability to be resilient, confident with a tenacious can-do attitude. You must have the ability to embrace complexity, be a part of a busy and fast paced environment and be flexible and adaptable to deal with ever-changing scenarios. A proven professional with professionalism and integrity, you will play an integral part of the G4S Patient Transport Services Learning and Development Team. More about us Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is an important part of G4S Patient Transport Services. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are a fully inclusive employer who aims to support all employees to be their true selves. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments for either the role or during the recruitment process. G4S Patient Transport Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and adults at risk and each employee is expected to support these goals. At G4S, we understand that our people are our greatest asset and an essential part of our long-term business strategy. As such we are committed to the ongoing professional development and wellbeing of our staff, offering extensive training and progression opportunities and investing in the physical and mental health of our workforce. Please note that these vacancies are subject to a 3 year checkable history and the strict vetting standards set by G4S. You must be eligible to work in the UK and must have been resident in the UK for a minimum period of 3 years. You will also need to provide full details of your employment and education history for the last 3 years as part of the security screening process for this role.

Learning and Development Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Environmental Health team as a Business Support &amp; Private Sector Housing Support Officer where you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth delivery of services across Environmental Health. From managing data and documents to being the first point of contact for customer enquiries, your work will directly contribute to the success of our Public Protection objectives. This is a varied and rewarding role that spans multiple service areas including licensing, parking, insurance, corporate health and safety, food safety, and more. You will be instrumental in supporting key projects, maintaining essential records, and liaising with a wide range of stakeholders Essentially you will provide front-line customer service via phone, email, and in-person enquiries, along with: Processing grant schemes and maintaining HMO registers Reviewing and improving administrative processes and systems Supporting licensing functions, ensuring statutory compliance and accurate record-keeping Raising invoices, processing payments, and reconciling fees Managing parking waivers, insurance claims, and health &amp; safety documentation To be competent in this role it is essential that you are an experienced administrator, with strong IT and database skills, as well as: Being a confident communicator with a wide range of stakeholders Being organised, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities Being proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and bespoke IT systems Having the ability to work independently and as part of a team Having strong written and verbal communication skills Click to view a Job Description For an informal discussion about the role please contact Shelly Greenwood on 01233 330327 When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development. With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation. Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide We welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community Salary range <ul><li>£26,685 - £29,079 per year</li></ul>

Business Support & Private Sector Housing Support Officer

Housing Support Worker Building Lives Without Limits Are you ready to change lives-including your own? At East Kent Mencap, we do more than support individuals with a learning disability; we help them smash goals, live without fear, and take their rightful place in society. We're seeking a passionate, dedicated support worker who is eager to join us and make a genuine impact. What's in it for you? • £12.21 per hour • £70.47 sleep-in rate • Enhanced pay on Bank Holidays, Easter, and Christmas • 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) • Company pension • Casual dress • Competitive benefits package (Blue Light card, shopping discounts, length-of-service holidays, sickness cover, and employee assistance programme) • Ongoing training and development, including fully funded apprenticeships We also offer a safe working environment. About the Role: Whether you're new to this field or bring years of experience, we'll tailor your training and salary to your level. As your skills develop, so will your rewards! We ask that you work towards a Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care if you haven't already-no worries, we'll support you through an apprenticeship to get there. Why Choose East Kent Mencap? Here, we don't just help people live-we help them thrive. You'll be joining a team that builds independence, ambition, and self-confidence in every individual we support. If you're passionate about enabling people to live without limits and achieve their full potential, this is the place for you. East Kent Mencap is committed to the Equality Act, ensuring safety and protection from harm and harassment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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