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Job Introduction The Housing Options Service is responsible for discharging Bradford Council's statutory duties towards customers in housing need. We are looking for dynamic staff who can work in a busy, front-line environment, with a large team. The role involves working with vulnerable customers, preventing their homelessness and achieving sustainable long term outcomes. We are looking for staff with recent demonstrable practical work experience in a Housing related environment providing advice on prevention of homelessness, housing advice and assistance. It is not essential but advantageous if you have carried out homelessness assessments under S184 (Part VII, HA1996) applying relevant Legislation, Case Law, the Homelessness Code of Guidance 1996 and Homeless Reduction Act 2017. Your education will include at least NVQ Level 4 standard in a relevant discipline such as Housing, Housing Advice, Social Sciences or a recent demonstrable practical work experience in a Housing related environment providing advice on prevention of homelessness, housing advice and assistance. 1 x 18.5 hours per week permanent contract. Working hours will be alternate Wednesday and every Thursday and Friday. For further information regarding this post please contact Chris Eveleigh on 01274 431508 or email <a href="mailto:chris.eveleigh@bradford.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.eveleigh@bradford.gov.uk</a> The Code of Practice on the English language requirement for public sector workers, Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 requires that Councils ensure that all candidates applying for customer facing posts must be assessed in order to establish their fluency in English. The criteria under special knowledge and experience on the job profile which is shown in this advert outlines what level of fluency you will be expected to demonstrate. Therefore, it is essential that you provide examples in your application. Employee Offer Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf . Equal Opportunities We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants. The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities &amp; groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.

Housing Options Officer

Homeless Officer x2 Positions - (Temporary until 31 March 2026) An opportunity exists to be part of Wakefield Councils Homeless Team as a Homeless Officer. The team provides homeless prevention, assessment, and decision-making services to those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The role involves undertaking casework to identify and address an applicant's housing related problems and to provide reports to enable decisions to be made on what duty the Council owes to each household. We are looking for someone with highly effective interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate effectively at all levels and have personal resilience when dealing with challenging situations. You will also need to be highly organised, able to work within strict deadlines, have good IT skills and able to work both within a team and independently. Please note - if you are applying for one of these positions on a secondment basis, you will need permission from your current employer/Team Manager prior to applying for the post. For more information about the role and the essential requirements of the post please refer to the job description and specification. What can I expect?<ul> <li> This is a Full-Time post of 37 hours per week. Once fully trained to undertake all aspects of the role, it is likely that there will be a mix of office and homeworking possible. </li> <li> Generous Holidays plus Bank Holidays. </li> <li> Support and ongoing training. </li> <li> The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) </li> <li> A range of other benefits available to employees of the Council. For example, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health, and leisure providers </li> </ul>

Homeless Officers x2

HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION PARKING SERVICES Parking Services are looking to recruit a part time Processing Officer to complement its existing Processing Team. The successful candidate will form part of a highly motivated and committed team dealing with the appeals to Penalty Charge Notices (parking fines) and the processing of Parking Permits. The post holder will be required to work Wednesday afternoons, Thursdays and Fridays. Responsibilities / tasks <ul> <li>Provide Parking Services advice to citizens.</li> <li>Dealing with appeals to Parking Notices within general guidelines and making the decision to enforce or cancel a notice and where appropriate apply discretion.</li> <li>Preparing cases for progression through the Legal process.</li> <li>Demonstrate high quality customer care when dealing with difficult and contentious situations.</li> <li>Approve access and waivers for contractors and suppliers in line with parking policy.</li> <li>To process payments for both Penalty Charge Notices and Parking Permits applications.</li> </ul> Skills <ul> <li>Excellent customer care and team working.</li> <li>The ability to communicate through all mediums in a concise and accurate way.</li> <li>Good IT skills with knowledge of Microsoft office applications.</li> <li>The ability to deal with contentious situations in an assertive and diplomatic way.</li> <li>Create positive working relationships with others.</li> <li>Experience of working in the Car Parking industry would be an advantage but not essential, as full training will be provided.</li> </ul>If you are someone with a good team work approach, can be flexible as the service looks to improve and have good customer care / people skills then we would like to hear from you.

Processing Officer

Housing Support Assistant Harrogate Young Peoples Pathway Inspire North Harrogate £24,314 Per Annum (pro rata) Part Time 24 Hours per week Permanent Ref: INS1090853 Passion meets purpose! Become a Housing Support Assistant and help young individuals build brighter futures! Do you enjoy building rapport and relationships with young people to address their individual needs, promote independence, and facilitate their successful transition to independent living? As a Housing Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our team of Housing Support Workers who manage a caseload of clients. This is a hostel-based role which will include evening, nights (i.e., sleep shifts), weekend and bank holiday working on a rota basis. '&gt;Who we're looking for: <ul> <li>Strong commitment to supporting young people facing homelessness</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li> <li>Empathy and the ability to build trust and rapport with vulnerable individuals</li> <li>Flexibility to work evening, night, weekend, and bank holiday shifts as required</li> <li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team</li> <li>An understanding of the challenges and issues faced by young people experiencing homelessness</li></ul>'&gt;Why Join Us? We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things - and we want you to be part of that. Here's what you'll enjoy as part of our team: <ul> <li>Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.</li> <li>Hybrid working (where applicable) - enjoy the best of both worlds!</li> <li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service - because your time off matters.</li> <li>A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.</li> <li>Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7,including access to counselling and GP services your wellbeing is a priority.</li> <li>Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.</li> <li>Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.</li> <li>Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.</li> <li>Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility - we embrace and celebrate diversity.</li> <li>A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.</li> <li>Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.</li></ul>We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued! If you're ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we'd love to hear from you. For an informal chat about the role please contact Beth Grindrod, via <a href="mailto:beth.grindrod@foundationuk.org" target="_blank">beth.grindrod@foundationuk.org</a> or 01423 521666. Apply Now! The closing date for applications is 6th April 2025, but we may close it early if we receive a high number of strong candidates, so don't delay! Working hours/days to be discussed at interview based on the availability of the candidate. Once agreed, the days/hours would be on a permanent working rota. Good Luck! Closing Date: 06-Apr-2025 Provisional Interview Date: 15-Apr-2025

Housing Support Assistant

Vacancy Name Recovery Co-ordinator Vacancy No VN4972 Employment Type Permanent Hours Per Week 37.00 Work Pattern Monday to Friday Location Unity Building, Bradford, BD1 3DN Location Region West Yorkshire Location City Bradford Location Postal Code BD1 3DN Interview Date 09 Apr 2025 Job Details Recovery Co-ordinator Working hours: 37 hours, Monday-Friday with the requirement to work one late night per week. New Vision Bradford was launched on 1 April 2023. This is a partnership between Waythrough, the Bridge Project, Project 6 and Creative Strength. Under this umbrella, the partnership delivers an adult substance misuse service for the Bradford District. We provide a safe environment for people to develop life skills and confidence, ultimately enabling them to rebuild their lives and become active, contributing members of the Bradford community. About the role... We are looking to appoint a full-time Recovery Coordinator on a permanent basis, under the New Vision Bradford umbrella, based at Unity. You will work as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team delivering high quality substance misuse treatment provision by supporting service users from point of entry into the service and throughout their treatment and recovery journey. You will play a crucial role acting as the care coordinator for an assigned group of service users. There will also be a requirement to work one late night a week. Key Duties: <ul><li>Manage an adult caseload of a variety of substance use issues, opiate/non opiate and alcohol.</li><li>Devising, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans.</li><li>Facilitate and promote individuals' progression from initial engagement, through structured treatment, to self-sustained recovery.</li><li>Reduce substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community.</li><li>Working collaboratively with key partners and colleagues to achieve the best health and well-being outcomes for individuals.</li><li>Scripting.</li><li>Support the evening clinics. </li></ul>About you... In order to be considered for this role you will need:<ul><li>2 years' full time experience of working with people with alcohol and/or drug problems and/or people with complex and multiple needs. </li><li>Experience of managing a caseload. </li><li>Having a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be desirable but not essential. </li><li>Ability to use your own initiative and be proactive.</li></ul>To view the full job description and person specification, please click here. Please be advised, if you are viewing this role on Indeed, the link to the job description will not work. Please click the 'Apply via Company Website' button to be redirected to our careers page, where you will be able to view the job description in full. The salary advertised below demonstrates the full earning potential for this role, starting salaries will allow for pay progression within the pay band. Who are we... Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have almost 200 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people. Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it'll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That's why you will notice the jobs here are still branded 'Humankind'. Next year we'll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate. Thanks for bearing with us - and don't forget to check out the Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site <a href="https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers" target="_blank">https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers</a>. What can Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) offer you? 🎁 A rewarding role that allows you to make a tangible impact in your community. 🌲 Opportunity for professional growth and development in the field of substance misuse and criminal justice. 🤝🏽Collaborative and supportive work environment. 🏖 Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years' service) 📅 Annual leave purchase scheme 💰 Enhanced occupational sick pay % Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension 👪 Death in service benefit Free Will writing 👓 Eyecare vouchers 🛍 Blue light card discount 💡 Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses 🏠 Work-life balance- flexible working and family-friendly policies 🏃 Happy, Healthy You! - our wellbeing offers for our workforce 🤝Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) is an equal-opportunity employer. If you feel that you would fit with our values &amp; ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don't feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferrable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you to realise your potential. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit. If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at <a href="mailto:people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk" target="_blank">people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk</a> Salary Period Per Annum Vacancy Salary Range £24,020-£30,790 DBS Requirement Enhanced Adult/Child Barred Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable Driving licence required for role? No Applications Close Date 03 Apr 2025

Recovery Co-ordinator

Vacancy Name Recovery Coordinator Vacancy No VN4979 Employment Type Permanent Hours Per Week 37.00 Work Pattern Monday to Friday Location Unity Building, Bradford, BD1 3DN Location Region West Yorkshire Location City Bradford Location Postal Code BD1 3DN Interview Date 15 Apr 2025 Job Details Recovery Coordinator - Alcohol Team Location: 30 Manningham Lane, Bradford BD1 3DN Join our successful New Vision Bradford service as a Recovery Co-ordinator and become a part of a team committed to helping individuals achieve and maintain abstinence from issues with alcohol and other drugs. New Vision Bradford is a collaborative service, including key partners Waythrough, Bridge, Project 6 and Create Strength Group, who provides a safe environment for people to develop life skills and confidence, ultimately enabling them to rebuild their lives and become active, contributing members of the Bradford community. About the role... The role of a Recovery Coordinator is to manage a caseload, devising, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery plans and treatment. liaising with the full range of workers and skills within the team, including family members and significant others as appropriate. You will help set goals in recovery and help people achieve their goals, in a safe and supportive way. Recovery coordination is a diverse and rewarding role, which includes key duties such as:<ul><li>Facilitate and promote individuals progression from initial engagement, through structured treatment, to self-sustained recovery.</li><li>Manage an adult caseload of alcohol dependent clients.</li><li>Devising, implementing and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans.</li><li>Reduce alcohol-related harm to individuals and to the wider community. </li><li>Working collaboratively with key partners and colleagues to achieve the best health and wellbeing outcomes for individuals.</li><li>Scripting.</li></ul>To view the full job description and person specification, please click here. Please be advised, if you are viewing this role on Indeed, the link to the job description will not work. Please click the 'Apply via Company Website' button to be redirected to our careers page, where you will be able to view the job description in full. The salary advertised below demonstrates the full earning potential for this role, starting salaries will allow for pay progression within the pay band. Who we are... Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have almost 200 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people. Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it'll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That's why you will notice the jobs here are still branded 'Humankind'. Next year we'll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate. Thanks for bearing with us - and don't forget to check out the Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site <a href="https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers" target="_blank">https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers</a>. What can Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) offer you? 🎁 A rewarding role that allows you to make a tangible impact in your community. 🌲 Opportunity for professional growth and development in the field of substance misuse and criminal justice. 🤝🏽 Collaborative and supportive work environment. 🏖 Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years' service) 📅 Annual leave purchase scheme 💰 Enhanced occupational sick pay % Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension 👪 Death in service benefit Free Will writing 👓 Eyecare vouchers 🛍 Blue light card discount 💡 Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses 🏠 Work-life balance- flexible working and family-friendly policies 🏃 Happy, Healthy You! - our wellbeing offers for our workforce 🤝Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) is an equal-opportunity employer. If you feel that you would fit with our values &amp; ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don't feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferrable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you to realise your potential. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit. If you require support with your application or would like to request a paper application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01325 731 160, alternatively you can email us at <a href="mailto:people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk" target="_blank">people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk</a> Salary Period Per Annum Vacancy Salary Range £24,020-£30,790 DBS Requirement Enhanced Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable Driving licence required for role? No Applications Close Date 08 Apr 2025

Recovery Coordinator

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 join our team at Jennings Grange in Bradford. Jennings Grange is an exclusive developments of one and two bedroom retirements apartments for over 60s in a convenient location with easy access to vital local facilities. Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday. Salary: £25,061.40 Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments. </li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner. </li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary. </li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate </li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners. </li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy. </li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment </li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full. </li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to. </li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude. </li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position. </li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards. </li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different. </li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively. </li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage. </li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook. </li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role. </li></ul>As part of Your McCarthy Stone, 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. #LI-GP1 About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 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 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

House Manager

Job title: Housing Adviser Salary: C1 £27,711 - £30,060 Hours: 37 Location: Merrion House Contract: Perm and Temp available As a Housing Adviser you will become part of the Council's statutory homeless service who are responsible for preventing and relieving homelessness to ensure that an applicant has suitable accommodation available to them. You will contribute to delivering a housing options service framed around the three core service functions of housing advice provision, assessment of housing need and duty and securing suitable temporary and longer-term housing options. Carry out homeless and other additional need assessments in accordance with Part VI and Part VII of the 1996 Housing Act (as amended) You will be part of a fast-paced environment and strive to communicate effectively with customers and partners in a range of settings in person, over the telephone, via email or at external locations. You will be responsible for engaging with the applicant to complete a homeless application and identify the households support needs and providing a personalised housing plan. Within this role you will have the opportunity to build and develop excellent partnership skills by working with a range of 3 rd sector organisations and building connections with the home office accommodation provider to secure suitable accommodation. You will be responsible for your own caseload and complete homeless applications, referrals for support and accommodation - training will be provided through an induction period. About you As a Housing Adviser you will bring to the role: <ul> <li> An excellent standard of customer service and ability to engage and adapt to vulnerable applicants who approach our service. </li> <li> An interest in homelessness and </li> <li> The ability and passion to work in conjunction with a range of professionals and partnerships. </li> <li> High motivation to work in a busy environment as part of a team. </li> <li> Ability to manage your own time efficiently and be responsible for managing your own case load. </li> </ul>Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions . What we offer you We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including: <ul> <li> a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays </li> <li> membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions </li> <li> flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements </li> </ul> <ul> <li> a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities </li> <li> a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further </li> </ul>How to apply Please complete the online application form. Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application. If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact Khadeen Thomas via telephone - 0113 3789956 We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. Leeds City Council is recognised in Stonewall's Workplace Equality Index 2024. We are also an Age-friendly Employer, a Mindful Employer and a Disability Confident Leader . All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period. This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply. Job Description Job purpose The post holder will contribute to delivering a housing options service framed around the three core service functions of housing advice provision, assessment of housing need and duty and securing suitable temporary and longer term housing options. The post holder will also contribute to delivering key homeless preventions initiatives such as mortgage and tenancy advice, helping people secure private rented housing options and making referrals to initiatives such as Sanctuary and youth mediation. Responsibilities <ul> <li> Deliver a face to face housing options service, in accordance with Part VII of the 1996 Housing Act (as amended) to people who are homeless, threatened with homelessness or in some of housing need, at a variety of locations including the Leeds Housing Options Service at Merrion House </li> <li> Deliver a telephone based, or using other mediums such as email, housing options service </li> <li> Take responsibility for caseload of homeless and housing need cases </li> <li> Carry out homeless and other additional need assessments in accordance with Part VI and Part VII of the 1996 Housing Act (as amended) </li> <li> Write homeless decision letters in accordance with the legal framework </li> <li> Liaise with supported housing and other temporary accommodation providers to secure suitable temporary accommodation for people owed such a housing duty </li> <li> Help people to secure private rented options through the Private Sector Lettings scheme and through other routes such as requesting a Homeless Prevention Fund payment </li> <li> Help people to access mediation services as required </li> <li> Help young people to access youth mediation services as required </li> <li> Help people to access Sanctuary scheme funding as required </li> <li> Help deliver a mortgage and tenancy advice service as required </li> <li> Prepare Homeless Prevention Fund applications as required </li> <li> Assist service managers in the quality assurance of service delivery by providing case work information held in case files or IT systems, decision letters and financial payments </li> <li> Help develop partnering arrangements between the Leeds Housing Options Service and other public, private and third sector organisations </li> <li> Work flexibly to help deliver an effective Housing Options Service </li> <li> Attend meetings and forums as required relating to the delivery of the Housing Options Service </li> <li> Undertake any other duties as required commensurate with the responsibilities and grade of the post </li> <li> Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade. </li> <li> Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills. </li> <li> Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and appropriate CPD programmes. </li> <li> Work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice. </li> <li> Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested. </li> <li> Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures e.g., child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person </li> <li> Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, and promoting the values, standards, and equality &amp; diversity policies of Leeds City Council. </li> <li> Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures. </li> <li> The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post. </li> <li> The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and this role will be expected to work within these parameters. </li> </ul> Personal Specification Method of assessment will be through one or more of the following application form, test, interview, and certificate. Essential requirements It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements. Skills required <ul> <li> Able to work flexibly across different work locations and areas as appropriate. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Demonstrate evidence of problem solving, analytical and social skills required to provide a housing options service to vulnerable people </li> <li> Demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing </li> <li> Ability to use a range of ICT applications including Word and email and to be able to word process reports </li> <li> Ability to extract and analyse information sourced from different ICT systems </li> <li> Ability to work as part of a team </li> <li> Ability to work in partnership with a range of public, private and third sector organisations </li> <li> Ability to identify support needs </li> <li> Ability to identify safeguarding concerns and escalate them appropriately </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Ability to deal with people who are displaying challenging behaviour </li> </ul> Knowledge required <ul> <li> Awareness of housing options law and policy </li> <li> Awareness of the needs of homeless people and others in housing need </li> <li> Awareness of services in Leeds for homeless people and others in housing need </li> <li> Knowledge and understanding of Equal Opportunities law and policy </li> <li> Awareness of safeguarding policy and practice </li> </ul> Experience required <ul> <li> Experience of working with homeless and other people in housing need </li> <li> Experience of working in a multi-agency partnership environment </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Experience of working in a busy team environment </li> </ul> Behavioural and other Characteristics required <ul> <li> Committed to continuous improvement. </li> <li> Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies. </li> <li> Carry out all duties having regard to an employee's responsibility under Health and Safety Policies. </li> <li> Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities to ensure up to date knowledge, skills, and continuous professional development </li> <li> Understand and embrace our values, behaviours and codes of conduct. </li> </ul>

Housing Advisor

Salary: £30,559 to £33,366 Working Arrangements: Full time Hours of Work: 37 hours a week, Core Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Friday 9.00 am to 4.30 pm Status of Employment: Permanent This post closes at 11.59 pm on the date specified. At Berneslai Homes, we strive to be an ambitious, forward-thinking social housing provider and employer. Working for us offers you a chance to play a real part in improving homes and communities throughout Barnsley. Managing around 18,000 homes on behalf of Barnsley Council, our '3 Cs' values are at the heart of all we do here - we promise to always put the Customer first, have a Can do attitude to make change happen, and stay Curious to make sure we get things right. We're proud to announce that we are the first local authority to achieve the highest C1 grading from the Regulator of Social Housing following our recent inspection. This outcome means that we meet consumer standards as a landlord, identify when issues occur, and implement plans to prevent recurrence-demonstrating our commitment to providing high-quality homes and prioritising tenant safety, needs, and well-being. The Mental Health Housing Support Worker role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Housing Support Worker to join us! As our Mental Health Housing Support Worker you will work collaboratively with tenants, to provide a range of practical and emotional support and interventions in order to manage their tenancy. This support aims to reduce the risk of tenancy failure, reduce the risk of anti-social behaviour, and improve a tenant's ability to maintain their tenancy long term. You'll also use creative and empowering interventions to support people they are working with around their multiple needs which are impacting on their ability to maintain a tenancy Key duties and responsibilities of our Mental Health Housing Support Worker: <ul> <li> Support customers presenting with low level mental health issues to address multiple needs which are impacting on their ability to maintain and sustain a tenancy. </li> <li>Undertake assessments with tenants and offer a package of support, by developing support plans with tenants, carrying out effective review of these plans, and giving clear goals and directions.</li> <li>Provide emotional support through face-to-face visits and offer a range of various interventions to the tenant to address their needs, ensuring they are meaningful, respectful and promotes self determination and confidence. </li> <li>Provide a point of contact for the Neighbourhood teams and other relevant officers who have identified tenants they feel may have unmet low level mental health needs. </li> </ul>Please refer to the full Job Description and Employee Specification upon completing your application. What we're looking for in our Mental Health Housing Support Worker: <ul> <li> NVQ Level 3 in Housing, Social Work, Health or equivalent; or relevant experience in a similar role. </li> <li>Commitment to enabling and empowering service users to become fully engaged with the service.</li> <li>Be self-motivated, enterprising and able to use own initiative working under own supervision and organising own workload.</li> <li>Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and work in a highly pressurised environment with sometimes conflicting demands. </li> <li>Experience of working with / supporting tenants with low level mental health issues and complex needs, and having the ability to be creative, flexible and imaginative in your approach. </li> </ul>What you might be asking is, why work for us? We are proud to put our people first! By joining Berneslai Homes, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including: <ul> <li>Agile Working Packages </li> <li>Excellent Pension Scheme </li> <li>Discounted Gym Membership </li> <li>Health &amp; Wellbeing Checks </li> <li>Fantastic Training and Development Opportunities </li> </ul>Job Description and Employee Specification: Mental Health Housing Support Worker.pdf Key Dates Shortlisting is due to take place Monday, 7 April and interviews are due to take place week commencing Monday, 21 April. Please note these dates are subject to change. Further Information For an informal chat about this role, please email Dominic Dimanna, Tenants First Team Leader, <a href="mailto:DominicDimanna@berneslaihomes.co.uk" target="_blank">DominicDimanna@berneslaihomes.co.uk</a>. This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check. Berneslai Homes values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. CVs will not be accepted. Previous applicants need not apply.

Mental Health Housing Support Worker - 202504

Job Description About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Building Safety Manager to join the Guinness Team. This is a permanent, full-time vacancy based in our Oldham, Bower House office. We are currently working to a hybrid working style. The overall purpose of the role is to ensure high risk and complex buildings within the scope of legislation are compliantly managed and maintained safely. This will be evidenced through the creation and continued management of building safety cases presented to the Building Safety Regulator. What we're looking for We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You'll be highly self-motivated, goal focused and confident to collaborate and challenge internal and external stakeholders. You will be an expert at forming professional working relationships with a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done. You should have previous experience managing and influencing others, processes or buildings and a strong understanding of holistic risk management. We are looking for someone with the relevant experience, training and qualifications in a fire/building/risk management role. Ideally, you will have a CIOB L6 Building Safety Management qualification or willingness to complete this training as part of the role. You'll be able to demonstrate Essential: <ul> <li>Extensive knowledge and understanding of fire safety legislation and guidance, building regulations and technical standards.</li> <li>Experience of updating and maintaining detailed information systems ensuring that data is logged accurately and consistently.</li> <li>Experience of working with multiple stakeholders in a building safety capacity to achieve common goals.</li> <li>Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour or practice and raise, escalate or flag risks to safety.</li> <li>Very strong communication and presentation skills, both oral and written.</li> <li>Excellent computer literacy skills.</li> <li>Proven experience of analysing potentially complex and difficult situations and recommending appropriate, practical and responsive solutions in a sensitive manner.</li> <li>Capable of explaining building safety issues to internal and external stakeholders including residents in a clear and concise manner.</li> <li>Ability to compile detailed and concise reports on building safety issues and present these to senior colleagues.</li> <li>Demonstrate the Guinness Behaviours.</li> <li>Demonstrates the Guinness Leadership and Management Standard.</li></ul>Qualifications Essential: <ul> <li>NEBOSH fire safety (or equivalent).</li> <li>Membership of IFE or IFSM.</li></ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Building related degree or similar qualification.</li> <li>Higher grade fire safety related qualification.</li></ul>If you're interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached role profile. INDTGP TJTGP

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