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Department:&nbsp;Affordable Homes Reports to:&nbsp;Service Manager – Housing Assets Team:&nbsp;Surveyors (x4), OT (x1), Adaptations Surveyor (x1), Lands Officer (x1), Retrofit Team (x3)<h3>About the Role</h3>We are seeking a dynamic and experienced&nbsp;Operations Manager – Planned Maintenance&nbsp;to lead the delivery of our capital investment programme and planned maintenance services. This is a pivotal role within the Housing Assets team, responsible for ensuring high-quality, customer-focused, and value-for-money services for our tenants.You will manage a multidisciplinary team of technical professionals, oversee the procurement and delivery of maintenance contracts, and ensure compliance with Decent Homes standards, health and safety regulations, and strategic housing objectives.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead the delivery of the Council’s planned maintenance and capital investment programmes.</li><li>Manage and motivate a team of surveyors and specialists to deliver high-performing services.</li><li>Oversee procurement, contract management, and compliance with financial and regulatory standards.</li><li>Ensure accurate stock condition data and effective asset management planning.</li><li>Drive service improvement through performance monitoring, resident feedback, and innovation.</li><li>Represent the Council in meetings with stakeholders, residents, and external partners.</li></ul><h3>What We’re Looking For</h3>We’re looking for a confident leader with:<ul><li>Full membership (or working towards) of RICS or CIOB and a relevant degree.</li><li>A strong background in contract/project management within housing or a related field.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of building technology, asset management, and housing systems.</li><li>Proven ability to manage budgets, lead teams, and deliver results under pressure.</li><li>Strong communication, negotiation, and IT skills, including use of databases and reporting tools.</li><li>A customer-focused, innovative, and flexible approach to service delivery.</li></ul>A retrofit qualification and experience working in or with local authorities would be advantageous.<h3>Other Requirements</h3><ul><li>A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.</li></ul><h3>Why Join Us?</h3>At South Cambridgeshire District Council, we are committed to delivering excellent services and investing in our people. You’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, with opportunities to shape the future of housing services and make a real difference in our communities.South Cambridgeshire District Council is a four-day week employer. We expect our colleagues to get 100% of their work done, in around 85% of their contracted hours, for 100% of their pay. All Council staff will be able to opt-in to this way of working under a Productivity Policy. We are a four-day week employer as it helps us attract and keep talented colleagues and improves services by reducing our reliance on costly agency workers. It also supports improved health and wellbeing.Closing Date: 9am 7 September 2025Interview Date: To be confirmed

Operations Manager – Planned Maintenance

Your typical day could start with responding to resident enquiries both via phone and email.&nbsp;Then you might be analysing costs to ensure service charge bills are accurate, before heading across to meet with a neighbourhood, property service or estate service teams to ensure that service charges are reflective of the service we are providing. As a&nbsp;Service Charge Advisor&nbsp;you’ll be the ‘face of Peabody’ and no one day is the same.&nbsp;You’ll be at the heart of your Service Charge team, playing a crucial role supporting our residents and ensuring they have the correct and relevant information regarding their service charges.&nbsp;With a particular focus on ensuring charges are transparent and reasonable, you’ll actively work with residents in the management of their service charges developing and improving Peabody’s service to them and ensuring we take full account of residents’ views and concerns. &nbsp; You’re a people person who likes to get things done.&nbsp;You’ll enjoy working collaboratively with other teams and you’re first rate at building meaningful relationships across the business to enable you to find creative solutions to issues. You’ll need to be in the office for two days per week and the remaining time you’ll be able to work remotely. &nbsp;Your role covers all aspects of Service Charge calculation and enquiry management– everything from analysis of costs, evidence gathering and complaint resolution.&nbsp;If you’re creative in your problem-solving, energised by supporting your customers and, like us, committed to doing the right thing, we want to hear from you. To be successful in this role, you’re:<ul><li>committed to first class customer service</li><li>resilient with a positive, flexible, compassionate and can-do approach</li><li>experienced managing the reconciliation and budgeting process</li><li>experienced in&nbsp;accounting processes relating to service charges&nbsp;along with service charge legislation and best practice understanding</li><li>qualified – ideally with a CIH or IRPM certification (desirable)</li></ul>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:&nbsp;<ul><li>30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays &nbsp;</li><li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li><li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li><li>4 x salary life assurance</li><li>up to 10% pension contribution</li></ul>Closing date: 19th August 2025.Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement earlier than stated.You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.

Peabody

Service Charge Advisor

We’re committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District.As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You’ll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council’s housing ambitions.Everything you need to knowWe’re looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld.You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 – £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative.What you will be doing<ul><li>Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council’s housing priorities.</li><li>Developing and delivering the Council’s Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies.</li><li>Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations.</li><li>Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants).</li><li>Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need.</li><li>Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators.</li><li>Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group.</li><li>Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners.</li></ul>What you will bring to the role<ul><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field.</li><li>Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.</li><li>Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups.</li><li>Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement.</li><li>Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents.</li><li>Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms.</li><li>A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives.</li><li>Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money.</li><li>A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance.</li></ul>What’s in it for youWe are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.Other benefits include:<ul><li>Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays)</li><li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li><li>Extra Christmas closure day</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Opportunities to join in with social activities</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,</li><li>Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li><li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li></ul>Find out moreFor an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on:01732 227272Best chance of being shortlistedRead the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.Closing date: 7th September 23:59Interview date: 25th September&nbsp;<h4>Equal Opportunities</h4>Sevenoaks – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h4>How to apply</h4>Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.<h4>Further information on this vacancy</h4><ul><li><a href="https://ats-sevenoaks.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/319864/documents/761222" target="_blank">Housing Policy Enforcement Manager</a></li></ul>

Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager

A place to create moments that matter&nbsp;Location: Ballard Court, Camberley, OnsiteSalary:&nbsp;£31,947 per annum including regional uplift.&nbsp;Permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am-5pm.&nbsp;Thousands of families across the country rely on us for a safe, affordable home. And as the housing crisis deepens, the work we do has never been more important.&nbsp;&nbsp;It’s this belief - that everyone deserves a place to call home - that drives everything we do. Together, we find new ways to understand and champion our customers, support them and drive positive change.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;For a career that means more and makes a meaningful impact on society, this is the place to be.&nbsp;&nbsp;The roleAt a time when safe, affordable housing is more vital than ever, your work can truly change lives. Join a team that believes&nbsp;everyone deserves a place to call home - and is committed to making that a reality.As a&nbsp;Specialist Housing Partner (Scheme Manager), you’ll be at the heart of our Independent Living schemes, helping residents maintain their independence and feel part of a thriving community. From welcoming new tenants and supporting them through life’s changes, to resolving challenges with empathy and professionalism, you’ll be a trusted presence and a force for good.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Be a visible, supportive presence in our schemes, building strong relationships with residents.</li><li>Work closely with lettings teams to ensure smooth move-ins and positive first impressions.</li><li>Encourage community engagement and help residents live independently for as long as possible.</li><li>Tackle issues like rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, and tenancy management with confidence and care.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver joined-up support.</li></ul>Why This Role Matters:You won’t just be managing housing - you’ll be&nbsp;creating safe, supportive environments&nbsp;where people can thrive. Every day, you’ll make a meaningful impact in someone’s life.To view/download the Specialist Housing Partner (Scheme Manager) job description please click <a href="https://www.accentgroup.org/media/sytm1hfb/specialist-housing-partner.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.SalaryThe Specialist Housing Partner&nbsp;(Scheme Manager) salary is&nbsp;£29,580 per annum&nbsp;for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. Applicants, who do not meet all the requirements of the post, will start 5% or 10% below the spot salary.Plus a regional uplift of £2,367 per annum.About you&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience delivering housing management services within a specialist or generic housing context.</li><li>CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing or equivalent (or willingness to work towards) or qualified through experience</li><li>Strong understanding of anti-social behaviour management and rental income collection processes.</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet performance targets independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers, colleagues, and external stakeholders.</li><li>Knowledge of safeguarding practices within a housing context.</li><li>Regular business travel will be necessary to other Accent sites and off-site meetings as required.</li></ul>Successful candidates will under go a DBS check.InterviewsWe want your candidate experience to reflect who we are - a place to grow, a place to thrive, a place to be you.Stage 1: A Place to Connect A Teams call with the hiring manager. You’ll learn more about the role and team, and we’ll get to know you – your experience, goals, and what you bring.Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths An in person interview with behavioural and scenario-based questions focused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. You'll be asked to complete a Customer Service Questionnaire in advance.We aim to make the process clear, supportive, and genuinely valuable – a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.A place to build a futureWe have big ambitions. That means we need people who are driven to succeed and eager to grow. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills, thrive in our collaborative environment, and take your career in different directions. We also support your health and wellbeing with 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)—an extra day to celebrate your birthday and the option to purchase more—access to an online GP, gym discounts, and a dedicated day to volunteer for a cause that matters to you.And because we believe in supporting you now and in the future, this is a place to plan for your future—with access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, helping you save more efficiently. We also provide life assurance at three times your salary for all colleagues, giving you added peace of mind.If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, please let us know we will ensure requirements are met.&nbsp;Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.If you have any queries about the role, please email:&nbsp;"<a href="mailto:PeopleServices@accentgroup.org" target="_blank">PeopleServices@accentgroup.org</a>".&nbsp;Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.If you’re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now.&nbsp;&nbsp;Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.

Specialist Housing Partner (Scheme Manager)

About us The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) are the professional body supporting housing professionals to create a future in which everyone has a place to call home.&nbsp;About you&nbsp;We are seeking talented individuals to join our Housing Academy team during an exciting period for the Housing sector. The Housing Academy is a registered training provider dedicated to supporting professional development through qualifications from Level 2 to Level 5, delivered online, face-to-face, or blended.The role involves delivering high-quality learning and assessment, supporting quality assurance, developing learning materials, and enhancing the learner experience through tailored support and feedback. We operate a hybrid model, with opportunities for both permanent and contractor tutors.You will support our ongoing commitment to quality assurance and the development of learning materials and assessments across the Housing Academy’s provision. The role will focus on enhancing the overall learner experience through the provision of a high level of support, comprehensive feedback and guidance tailored to meet a wide variety of learners needs.We operate a hybrid model, with some tutors working alongside our team on a contractor basis and whilst we are looking at the recruitment of permanent tutors as a priority, please do also talk to us if you are interested in joining our bank of contractors – we would love to hear from you! &nbsp;Candidates should have proven experience of delivering and assessing housing qualifications, a background in the Housing Sector, and a passion for education and excellent learner support.How to applyFor an informal chat about this role, please contact Rebecca Field, quality and delivery manager, via email – <a href="mailto:rebecca.field@cih.org" target="_blank">rebecca.field@cih.org</a>For details of how to apply please visit our careers page - <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cih.org%2Fabout-us%2Fcareers&amp;data=05%7C02%7CJennifer.Gilder%40cih.org%7C1ef8f06fe741434e0ede08dd5caa5a9d%7C0000e9ea9ee347939563177e444fb497%7C0%7C0%7C638768610936932561%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=FMIsvJedPudXx7jOaSOKFh95tG2LmXDv7fI3woaoD%2BM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Careers &amp; Vacancies | Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)</a>.CIH is committed to equal opportunities at all stages of recruitment and selection and strives to have a workforce that promotes inclusivity. We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community and would be happy to discuss reasonable adjustments we can make to achieve and celebrate diversity.&nbsp;Closing date for applications:&nbsp;Wednesday 10 September 2025 (noon)Interviews due to take place:&nbsp;Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 September 2025Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Chartered Institute of Housing

Housing Academy tutor

About us The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) are the professional body supporting housing professionals to create a future in which everyone has a place to call home. &nbsp;About you&nbsp;We are looking for an exceptional individual, to support the delivery of high-quality and fit for purpose learning experiences across our Housing Academy provision.The Housing Academy provides everyone within the housing sector with the opportunity to continue their professional development through online qualifications and training.You will play a key role in assisting with the development and implementation of quality assurance mechanisms providing support for the tutors and verifiers, to ensure a high level of service for learners and organisations to meet Awarding Organisation and regulatory requirements.&nbsp;To succeed in this role, you will have proven experience of working in an educational setting with experience of internal verification processes. Excellent organisational and project management skills with an understanding of the key elements of course delivery and presentations and substantial experience of working in an educational setting. Experience of managing and monitoring workloads with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support the tutors and contracting team, assisting with the provision of training and development.&nbsp;How to applyFor an informal chat about this role, please contact Rebecca Field, quality and delivery manager via email – <a href="mailto:rebecca.field@cih.org" target="_blank">rebecca.field@cih.org</a>For details of how to apply please visit our careers page - <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cih.org%2Fabout-us%2Fcareers&amp;data=05%7C02%7CJennifer.Gilder%40cih.org%7C1ef8f06fe741434e0ede08dd5caa5a9d%7C0000e9ea9ee347939563177e444fb497%7C0%7C0%7C638768610936932561%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=FMIsvJedPudXx7jOaSOKFh95tG2LmXDv7fI3woaoD%2BM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Careers &amp; Vacancies | Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)</a>.CIH is committed to equal opportunities at all stages of recruitment and selection and strives to have a workforce that promotes inclusivity. We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community and would be happy to discuss reasonable adjustments we can make to achieve and celebrate diversity.Closing date for applications:&nbsp;Wednesday 10&nbsp;September 2025 (noon)Interviews due to take place: Tuesday 23&nbsp;and Wednesday 24 September 2025Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Housing Academy quality and delivery officer

Annual salary: up to £28,917.00 Housing Support Officer Doncaster Salary up to £28,917 per annum Full time - Permanent, 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday Including company vehicle and fuel card or £3,500 company car allowance Mears provides temporary accommodation to asylum seekers whilst their claim is being assessed in three regions: Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. At the end of May 2021 Mears had over 19000 service users across the three regions. Mears work in partnership with central and local Government, registered providers, tenants, landlords and investors to find solutions to homelessness, provide more social and affordable housing and create specialist housing for people with care needs. About the Role: Due to contract expansion, we are seeking for a Housing Support Officer to join our team. This is an exciting position that works exclusively to support Asylum seekers going through their right to work Asylum application process with the home office. The ideal candidate will be resilient, trustworthy, caring, a people person and extremely empathetic to others. As a Housing Support Officer every day is different, no day is the same. Although this role comes with it challenges it is an extremely rewarding role. As a Housing Support Officer your main duties will include but not limited to ensuring service users are supported at various stages of their Asylum application process including any safeguarding and welfare issues you come across, providing practical and emotional support to service users, monitoring service users' wellbeing and support needs and ensuring all records are updated and accurate for home office audit purposes. It is essential to maintain boundaries and being resilient to ensure a professional and a well-defined service is provided to always meet the needs of the service users. Role Criteria: <ul><li>Experience of working with vulnerable and diverse client groups</li><li>Experience and understanding of safeguarding</li><li>Ability to identify individuals and family need and recognise the required support packages to maintain independence</li><li>Experience working with mental health and or challenging behaviour</li><li>To communicate effectively with colleagues, local authorities, and service users</li><li>Experience with record keeping and risk assessments</li><li>Ability to work under own initiative</li><li>Resilient</li><li>You will be supportive, trustworthy, a good listener, approachable and empathetic to others</li><li>Flexible and happy to travel</li><li>Full UK driving license</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. As part of the recruitment process for this role, we will carry out a DBS &amp; BPSS check, as well as Security Clearance. For these checks to be completed, we will require from you the relevant identification, including Proof of Address, References, a valid passport and proof that you have lived in the UK for the last 5 years. 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 Vehicle and Fuel Card</li><li>Access to EAP Counselling sessions</li></ul>Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Beth Dunford (<a href="mailto:beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">beth.dunford@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.

Housing Support Officer

The role Housing with Support Manager Derby £27,563 This role We are seeking an experienced Housing with Support Manager to provide on-site housing management, which enables people to live as independently with as much choice and control over their lives as possible. You will be part of a team responsible for day to day running of the service providing an excellent level of customer service and ensuring that all regulatory and contractual commitments are met. This should all be evidenced on your CV. What you'll need to succeed<ul><li>To be successful in the role you will need expert knowledge of providing services to older persons, and a good understanding of housing management</li><li>You will be delivering advice and support to customers with a wide variety of needs, and will need to be able to work effectively in partnership with external agencies including the local authority</li><li>As an expert in the area it is essential that you can demonstrate significant knowledge of this customer group and type of service, including a good understanding of safeguarding. You will need to have good administration skills, including the use of IT reporting and procurement systems</li><li>You will work with customers to provide a range of stimulating and interesting activities to support customers' wellbeing and promote a sense of community. Above all you will need to be able to provide a supportive and reassuring presence to our customers, and to be able to respond flexibly during these challenging times.</li><li>Full Driving Licence required</li></ul>To meet our commitment to providing safe, high-quality services to our customers we will complete an enhanced background check with the Disclosure and Barring Service, which will include a check of the Adult Barred list, once an offer employment is made. A new check will be completed every three years. What you need to do now If you`re interested in this role, take a look at the attached Job Description for more details and if it`s the ideal job for you, click `apply now` to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Please can you all ensure that you complete the supporting statement to highlight the qualities that you can bring to the role. Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What's in it for you? Our benefits include:-<ul><li>28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year </li><li>2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities</li><li>An additional 'Beliefs day' once a year to have an extra a day off</li><li>Supported family friendly approach with extended parental leave</li><li>Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9%</li><li>Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave per year</li><li>Life assurance cover 3 x your salary</li><li>Cycle2work scheme</li><li>Hybrid Working - Dependent on job role and department</li><li>Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too</li><li>Tenancy deposit - interest free loan to help with rental deposits and season Ticket loan</li><li>Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform</li><li>Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues</li><li>Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring/coaching programmes, apprenticeships and career planning support</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme- We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation</li></ul>About us We are committed to developing and implementing or maintaining sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable practices within MTVH. Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively 'Serving people better every day' to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We are also part of the disability confident employer scheme. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other's wellbeing. We provide a platform of Network groups for employees to share views, tell us what we're doing well and recommend improvements. We want to create a real sense of community and a workforce who feel that their opinions are valued. Our Networks groups are:-<ul><li>Gender</li><li>Ethnicity</li><li>LGBTQ+</li><li>Disability</li></ul>Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Housing with Support Manager

Job title and organisation: Housing Support Worker - Barca Leeds Salary: £25,392 - £27,804pa Hours: 37 Contract: Permanent Location: Leeds Closing Date and Time: Monday 25 August 2025 at 11:59 PM What will the role look like?We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, resilient and passionate to join our Engage Leeds Team. Engage Leeds is a city-wide housing-related support service working with adults (18+) to prevent homelessness, sustain accommodation and integrate people into communities. The individual is required to carry a caseload and work on a one-to-one basis with people within their own homes, promoting empowerment and independence, as part of the wider Engage Leeds team and service. We work in a person centred way to build relationships with people we support and we are looking for driven and energetic individuals to deliver individual, positive, solution focused plans to the people we support, within the West wedge of the city, in relation to their housing needs. What we are looking for? We welcome applications from people who can work in a proactive way to reduce barriers and challenges. At Barca Leeds we encourage applications and recognise the value that people who have their own lived experience can bring to the team and service. For more information, head to: <a href="https://joinus.barca-leeds.org/jobs/6269607-housing-support-worker" target="_blank">https://joinus.barca-leeds.org/jobs/6269607-housing-support-worker</a> To download a full job description/person specification, click here If you require this document in an alternative format, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@barca-leeds.org" target="_blank">recruitment@barca-leeds.org</a> A copy of our competency framework can be found here All our roles are subject to funding. For further information and guidance when applying, please have a look at our information for applicants guide If you find you have any problems with our application process or you think we're not meeting your accessibility requirements, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@barca-leeds.org" target="_blank">recruitment@barca-leeds.org</a> The use of artificial intelligence (AI) generated answers is discouraged. The use of AI may affect the depth and understanding that is required, to demonstrate successful answers to experience and knowledge based questions, in our shortlisting process. Barca-Leeds uses Humans to shortlist for interview. Barca-Leeds is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. It is the organisation's policy to require the successful applicant to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check at a level appropriate to the role, before appointment is confirmed. The disclosure of a criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude candidates from appointment. Please note that although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this job role. The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

Housing Support Worker

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. More about your role More about your role This role is based in Loughton and this will cover two sites that are in close proximity to one another. You will primarily support the Tenancy Enforcement and Communities Teams but may be asked to support other teams across the business. In this role you will provide a comprehensive administrative service for the Housing Management and Tenancy Enforcement Team. You will give advice and information to internal and external customer via the phone and email, delivering a high quality of customer service throughout. Your role will cover several administrative duties from updating and managing IT systems and tenancy records to logging and investigating complaints from customers. You will have contact with customers and within internal departments enabling us to provide high-quality customer service and administrative support For a full list of duties please download the attached Job Description. More about you It is essential that you have experience within a Customer facing housing role &amp; tenancy management. To be successful in this role you will have a good administration background and possess excellent customer service skills. With a 'Can do' approach to tasks you will have the ability to work under pressure and unsupervised as well as being able to contribute to a good team working environment You will have the ability to be empathetic with our customers and their situations when necessary and will take a pro-active approach to problem solving. At Places for People, we prioritise our dedication to safer recruitment. Therefore, an Enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this position. Benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: <ul> <li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Pension with matched contributions up to 7% </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Excellent holiday package - up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year </li> </ul> <ul> <li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Training and development </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more </li> </ul>

Housing and Wellbeing Coordinator

What will the role look like?We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, resilient and passionate to join our Engage Leeds Team. Engage Leeds is a city-wide housing-related support service working with adults (18+) to prevent homelessness, sustain accommodation and integrate people into communities. The individual is required to carry a caseload and work on a one-to-one basis with people within their own homes, promoting empowerment and independence, as part of the wider Engage Leeds team and service. We work in a person centred way to build relationships with people we support and we are looking for driven and energetic individuals to deliver individual, positive, solution focused plans to the people we support, within the West wedge of the city, in relation to their housing needs. What we are looking for? We welcome applications from people who can work in a proactive way to reduce barriers and challenges. At Barca Leeds we encourage applications and recognise the value that people who have their own lived experience can bring to the team and service. To download a full job description/person specification, click here . If you require this document in an alternative format, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@barca-leeds.org" target="_blank">recruitment@barca-leeds.org</a> A copy of our competency framework can be found here . All our roles are subject to funding. For further information and guidance when applying, please have a look at our information for applicants guide . If you find you have any problems with our application process or you think we're not meeting your accessibility requirements, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@barca-leeds.org" target="_blank">recruitment@barca-leeds.org</a> The use of artificial intelligence (AI) generated answers is discouraged. The use of AI may affect the depth and understanding that is required, to demonstrate successful answers to experience and knowledge based questions, in our shortlisting process. Barca-Leeds uses Humans to shortlist for interview. Barca-Leeds is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. It is the organisation's policy to require the successful applicant to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check at a level appropriate to the role, before appointment is confirmed. The disclosure of a criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude candidates from appointment. Please note that although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this job role. Department Engage Role Housing Support Worker Locations Northside Exchange, Kirkstall Salary £25,392-£27,804pa Employment type Full-time, Permanent Working hours 37 Closing date Midnight on Monday 25 August 2025 Benefits 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, Monthly acts of kindness , Eye Care, Purchase additional leave, Vivup employee benefits, plus other charity sector discounts, Employee network groups (EDI, Wellbeing, Carers, Sustainability)

If anything in regards to your sensitive information has changed, please ensure you update this on your iPal account. This supports us in monitoring and improving our diversity and representation across the business. Title: Supported Housing Officer Contract Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week Grade: 7 Location: Stratford, London or Trafford, Manchester London Salary: Starting salary £35,951 per annum Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more ... Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. Role Profile.pdf Closing date for completed applications: 22nd August 2025 at 11:59pm An exciting job opportunity has become available for the right candidate to join us as a Housing Officer within our L&amp;Q Living Housing Management Team. Independent Living is an integral part of what we do, delivering services primarily for our customers aged 55 and over. We are an aspirational and forward-thinking team, responsible for delivering quality housing to our customers. As our customers are always at the heart of our service, we strive to deliver excellent services to the local community and work with our customers to enable them to maintain their independence and live well. You will be covering a patch of six schemes across the Medway in Kent and the London Boroughs of Bexley and Richmond providing frontline housing management for our vulnerable customers. You will be responsible for all housing management functions including carrying out health and safety checks, ensuring maintenance or repair work has been carried out, resolving neighbourly disputes or incidents of anti-social behaviour, and offering tenancy advice to our vulnerable customers or their support agencies. You will be a hard-working individual who works well under pressure and is passionate about providing excellent customer service to our customers and other stakeholders. To be successful in the role you will have: <ul> <li> Housing Management experience working with vulnerable people </li> <li> Working knowledge of Health and safety requirements in relation to property management</li> <li>Proficient in using complex IT and housing systems, with ability to use MS Office applications and remote working technology.</li> <li>Strong written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and accurately in various styles-including letters, newsletters, and witness statements-and proven experience in report writing.</li> <li>Proven ability to solve problems independently and creatively, with strong customer focus and confidence in managing challenging situations, while positively adapting to change and demonstrating empathy toward others.</li> </ul>Whilst normal office working hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, occasional out of hours working may be required to meet the needs of our customers. This is an essential car user post to which an additional monthly allowance is paid. The post holder is required to hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle insured for Business Use. About L&amp;Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values and behavioural framework , which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q. L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click here to read more. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a> At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!

Supported Housing Officer

Annual salary: up to £28,917.00 Housing Support Officer Aberdeen Salary up to £28,917 per annum Full time - Permanent, 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday Including company vehicle and fuel card or £3,500 company car allowance Mears provides temporary accommodation to asylum seekers whilst their claim is being assessed in three regions: Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. At the end of May 2021 Mears had over 19000 service users across the three regions. Mears work in partnership with central and local Government, registered providers, tenants, landlords and investors to find solutions to homelessness, provide more social and affordable housing and create specialist housing for people with care needs. About the Role: Due to contract expansion, we are seeking for a Housing Support Officer to join our team. This is an exciting position that works exclusively to support Asylum seekers going through their right to work Asylum application process with the home office. The ideal candidate will be resilient, trustworthy, caring, a people person and extremely empathetic to others. As a Housing Support Officer every day is different, no day is the same. Although this role comes with it challenges it is an extremely rewarding role. As a Housing Support Officer your main duties will include but not limited to ensuring service users are supported at various stages of their Asylum application process including any safeguarding and welfare issues you come across, providing practical and emotional support to service users, monitoring service users' wellbeing and support needs and ensuring all records are updated and accurate for home office audit purposes. It is essential to maintain boundaries and being resilient to ensure a professional and a well-defined service is provided to always meet the needs of the service users. Role Criteria: <ul><li>Experience of working with vulnerable and diverse client groups</li><li>Experience and understanding of safeguarding</li><li>Ability to identify individuals and family need and recognise the required support packages to maintain independence</li><li>Experience working with mental health and or challenging behaviour</li><li>To communicate effectively with colleagues, local authorities, and service users</li><li>Experience with record keeping and risk assessments</li><li>Ability to work under own initiative</li><li>Resilient</li><li>You will be supportive, trustworthy, a good listener, approachable and empathetic to others</li><li>Flexible and happy to travel</li><li>Full UK driving license</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. As part of the recruitment process for this role, we will carry out a DBS &amp; BPSS check, as well as Security Clearance. For these checks to be completed, we will require from you the relevant identification, including Proof of Address, References, a valid passport and proof that you have lived in the UK for the last 5 years. 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 Vehicle and Fuel Card</li><li>Access to EAP Counselling sessions</li></ul>Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Beth Dunford (<a href="mailto:beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">beth.dunford@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.

You We're looking for a Housing Support Worker to join our small and friendly team in Brentwood. The right candidate will be passionate about supporting people, preferably socially excluded young people in a residential setting. You will have specific experience in one area of support work, i.e. skills training, drug dependency, work with offenders, etc., and hold a qualification in housing, youth work or similar. If you are self motivated, strive for excellence and able to provide opportunities and experiences where residents are able to learn and develop life skills in a safe, accepting environment, we'd love to hear from you. Us Thank you for your interest in finding out more about YMCA Thames Gateway Group. Whether you're looking for your first role, coming back to work after a career break, or simply looking for a new challenge, we're happy you're considering us. As a community-based organisation for over 150 years, we are a vibrant and ever-changing charity that offers inclusive programmes in health &amp; wellbeing, childcare, housing and youth work. We are passionate about providing opportunities to those who are most in need. We successfully adapt to the needs of the communities in which we're based - during the pandemic we were able to provide food hampers to families in need, childcare support to keyworkers, and stayed in touch with our senior citizens group who, for many, attending our social groups is a lifeline. Our staff are dedicated to making other people's lives better through the services we provide, so if this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we look forward to hearing from you. Summary of Job Profile: <ul><li>Contract Type: Full time Permanent</li><li>Working Pattern: Full time 8am to 4pm and 2pm to 10pm Monday- Friday</li><li>The Job Description and Person Specification can be found here: Housing Support Worker Brentwood.pdf</li></ul>Additional Information:Please note YMCA Thames Gateway Group does not have a Sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to provide evidence that they are eligible and have the right to work in the UK. YMCA Thames Gateway Staff Benefits: To be considered for this role please click the 'Apply for this job button' at the top of this page. Please upload your CV to the system for the recruiting manager to review. YMCA Thames Gateway is serious about safeguarding; this role will be subject to a Standard Disclosure &amp; Barring Service check. At YMCA Thames Gateway we are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to Equal Opportunities. Therefore, we value the importance of diversity and positively welcome applicant from all members of the community. The Association is committed to ensuring that all current and potential staff, members, users and visitors are treated with dignity, fairness and respect regardless of their protected characteristics within the Equality Act (2010). We strongly encourage applications from applicants of a BAME background, those with a disability and those who identify as LGTBQ+.

Annual salary: up to £28,917.00 Housing Support Officer Derry/Londonderry Salary up to £28,917 per annum Full time - Permanent, 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday Including company vehicle and fuel card or £3,500 company car allowance Mears provides temporary accommodation to asylum seekers whilst their claim is being assessed in three regions: Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. At the end of May 2021 Mears had over 19000 service users across the three regions. Mears work in partnership with central and local Government, registered providers, tenants, landlords and investors to find solutions to homelessness, provide more social and affordable housing and create specialist housing for people with care needs. About the Role: Due to contract expansion, we are seeking for a Housing Support Officer to join our team. This is an exciting position that works exclusively to support Asylum seekers going through their right to work Asylum application process with the home office. The ideal candidate will be resilient, trustworthy, caring, a people person and extremely empathetic to others. As a Housing Support Officer every day is different, no day is the same. Although this role comes with it challenges it is an extremely rewarding role. As a Housing Support Officer your main duties will include but not limited to ensuring service users are supported at various stages of their Asylum application process including any safeguarding and welfare issues you come across, providing practical and emotional support to service users, monitoring service users' wellbeing and support needs and ensuring all records are updated and accurate for home office audit purposes. It is essential to maintain boundaries and being resilient to ensure a professional and a well-defined service is provided to always meet the needs of the service users. Role Criteria: <ul><li>Experience of working with vulnerable and diverse client groups</li><li>Experience and understanding of safeguarding</li><li>Ability to identify individuals and family need and recognise the required support packages to maintain independence</li><li>Experience working with mental health and or challenging behaviour</li><li>To communicate effectively with colleagues, local authorities, and service users</li><li>Experience with record keeping and risk assessments</li><li>Ability to work under own initiative</li><li>Resilient</li><li>You will be supportive, trustworthy, a good listener, approachable and empathetic to others</li><li>Flexible and happy to travel</li><li>Full UK driving license</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. As part of the recruitment process for this role, we will carry out a DBS &amp; BPSS check, as well as Security Clearance. For these checks to be completed, we will require from you the relevant identification, including Proof of Address, References, a valid passport and proof that you have lived in the UK for the last 5 years. 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 Vehicle and Fuel Card</li><li>Access to EAP Counselling sessions</li></ul>Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Beth Dunford (<a href="mailto:beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">beth.dunford@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.

Job Description <ul><li>Ipswich Borough Council</li><li>Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2DE</li><li>Salary: £33,143 - £35,412 per annum </li><li>Hours: 37 hours per week</li><li>Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible</li><li>Reference: 0359</li></ul>Tenant Engagement Officer (Tenancy Services). Working within the tenancy services team, this exciting role will support tenants in and around 7,900 council homes. You will work with an enthusiastic team whilst we continue to develop our tenant involvement in a progressive and dynamic way. Our Tenant Engagement Officers are very active in the community ensuring tenant involvement is meaningful and drives service improvement. It is a very exciting time to join and shape this crucial area of our housing work. There will be a clear focus towards providing Transparency, Influence, Accountability and commitment to the principles of inclusion. You will need to have and use superb communication skills, be proactive in identifying, planning and leading activities, projects, events, engagements and reviews. The key skills of empathy, positivity, understanding and patience will be a clear advantage in this rewarding role. Hours of work are 37 per week, Monday to Friday with a requirement to attend evening meetings and occasional weekend events as and when required. DBS clearance is required for this role. This is a hybrid working role (a minimum of 1 days per week working in the office). As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues. To find out more For more information about this role please call Adam Keer (He/Him) on 01473 433510 or email <a href="mailto:adam.keer@ipswich.gov.uk" target="_blank">adam.keer@ipswich.gov.uk</a> If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place. How to apply Please download the Job Description and Person Specification to find out more about this role: Job Description and Person Specification To apply, please visit our website where you can complete the online application form for this vacancy. The selection process is likely to include Interviews, Workshops and Personality profile testing. Closing date: 11.55pm, 5 September 2025. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications Please note CVs are not accepted. About the Team IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The 'Apply Now' button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.

Tenant Engagement Officer

Specialist Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) - Reunification &amp; Discharge Planning - Fixed Term until 31/03/2028. Are you an experienced social worker who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people and have a keen interest in developing practice around reunification and discharge of care orders? We are excited to launch a new and innovative opportunity for a Specialist Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to be responsible for reviewing and monitoring care plans for children for children and young people where reunification, step-down to Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs), or discharge of care orders is the identified plan. This role is central to our commitment to ensuring that unnecessary drift or delay is avoided for children who are ready to return to their families and/or connected people with robust, realistic, and sustainable care and support plans that support families to succeed for the long term and prevent risk of re-entry to care. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Undertake increased frequency of young people's looked after reviews and provide enhanced quality assurance and scrutiny for children with reunification or discharge plans.</li> <li>Work closely with social work teams, legal services, and family networks to ensure timely and effective planning.</li> <li>Support and strengthen the existing SGO service, improving timescales for assessment and completion.</li> <li>Provide a period of ongoing QA and oversight post-discharge to ensure plans remain effective and prevent premature case closures or re-admissions to care.</li> <li>Contribute to the review and development of permanency policy and practice standards.</li> <li>Contribute to developing and implementing a performance reporting framework to track progress from reunification planning to discharge.</li> <li>Lead on consultation and feedback with children and families to evaluate the impact of the specialist IRO model.</li> </ul>About You <ul> <li>Is a qualified social worker with extensive experience in children's social care.</li> <li>Has a strong understanding of care planning, permanency, and legal frameworks.</li> <li>Demonstrates excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.</li> <li>Is committed to child-centred practice and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Has experience in quality assurance, scrutiny, or IRO functions (desirable but not essential).</li> </ul>What We Offer <ul> <li>A chance to shape and lead a pioneering role within a supportive and forward-thinking team.</li> <li>Access to ongoing professional development and reflective supervision.</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to work-life balance.</li> <li>The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.</li> </ul>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Helen Goodridge, Service Manager, Safeguarding and Quality Assurance <a href="mailto:helen.goodridge@pembrokeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.goodridge@pembrokeshire.gov.uk</a> or Martin Reynolds, Team Manager for Safeguarding and Quality Assurance <a href="mailto:martin.reynolds@pembrokeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">martin.reynolds@pembrokeshire.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the job description above for more details on this vacancy and the person specification. Employment Checks This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check. Where it is appropriate for your role and responsibility, the personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy. Please note that at this point, Pembrokeshire County Council is not accepting applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to a right to work in the UK. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy. Safeguarding Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council's Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties. This policy applies to all Council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and also service providers that are commissioned by the Council. Safeguarding is everyone's business whether they work for, or on behalf of, the Council. Support &amp; Additional Info <ul> <li>Please contact the HR Systems Team as early as possible if you're unable to apply online by emailing <a href="mailto:hrsystemsteam@pembrokeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrsystemsteam@pembrokeshire.gov.uk</a> .</li> <li>Please contact the Recruitment Team if you have any queries relating to this vacancy by emailing <a href="mailto:Recruit@pembrokeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruit@pembrokeshire.gov.uk</a> .</li> <li>Local Government Employees on National Joint Council (NJC) terms are subject to national pay bargaining; all salaries currently stated in our adverts are as 01/04/2023.</li> <li>Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; therefore prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the person specification and are registered on our redeployment pool.</li> </ul>Welsh language skills are desirable. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

Independent Reviewing Officer

We have exciting opportunities for a Support Worker (Older People) to join our team at Ashgrove Court, Newton Stewart, Dumfries &amp; Galloway DG8 6TJ. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as a Supported Housing Worker we will offer you: - <ul> <li>16.75 contracted hours per week worked over average 3 days (4-weekly rotas will involve a mixture of days in a given week)</li> <li>Competitive hourly rate of £13.00 per hour</li> <li>Generous Holiday Entitlement</li> <li>Paid PVG check &amp; Professional Membership including SSSC</li> <li>Access to paid training and a vocational qualification</li> </ul>What we're looking for in our Support Workers: You'll be working with our tenants to make sure they receive the support identified in their personal plan ensuring they continue to enjoy as much independence as possible. You will assist with meal delivery and provide support in the dining room, there may also be very occasional kitchen duties. It'll be rewarding looking after those who rely on the support and dedication you'll bring to this important role. Support Worker Skills and Experience: Ideally, you will have an appropriate qualification in Health &amp; Social Care and previous experience of working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these. If you are successful in joining our team we can provide you with fantastic opportunities to develop your experience or enhance your career in social care and assist with your ongoing continued personal development. To Apply: Please complete and submit our online application form no later than 12 noon on Wednesday 20th August 2025. For an informal chat about this opportunity please contact Diane McInnes, Supported Housing Co-ordinator, on 01671 403 880 or email at <a href="mailto:dianemc@trustha.org.uk" target="_blank">dianemc@trustha.org.uk</a>. We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry. Click here for Job Description

ID3603-228 - Supported Housing Worker - Newton Stewart (AC)

Specialist Housing Partner (Independent Living Housing Officer) A place to create moments that matter Location: Arlington Court, Stockton, Onsite Salary: £29,580 per annum 9 month fixed term contract, 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9am-5pm. Thousands of families across the country rely on us for a safe, affordable home. And as the housing crisis deepens, the work we do has never been more important. It's this belief - that everyone deserves a place to call home - that drives everything we do. Together, we find new ways to understand and champion our customers, support them and drive positive change. For a career that means more and makes a meaningful impact on society, this is the place to be. The role At a time when safe, affordable housing is more vital than ever, your work can truly change lives. Join a team that believes everyone deserves a place to call home - and is committed to making that a reality. As a Specialist Housing Partner (Independent Living Housing Officer), you'll be at the heart of our Independent Living schemes, helping residents maintain their independence and feel part of a thriving community. From welcoming new tenants and supporting them through life's changes, to resolving challenges with empathy and professionalism, you'll be a trusted presence and a force for good. What You'll Do: <ul><li>Be a visible, supportive presence in our schemes, building strong relationships with residents.</li><li>Work closely with lettings teams to ensure smooth move-ins and positive first impressions.</li><li>Encourage community engagement and help residents live independently for as long as possible.</li><li>Tackle issues like rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, and tenancy management with confidence and care.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver joined-up support.</li></ul>Why This Role Matters: You won't just be managing housing - you'll be creating safe, supportive environments where people can thrive. Every day, you'll make a meaningful impact in someone's life. To view/download the Specialist Housing Partner (Independent Living Housing Officer) job description please click here. Salary The Specialist Housing Partner (Independent Living Housing Officer) salary is £29,580 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. Applicants, who do not meet all the requirements of the post, will start 5% or 10% below the spot salary. About you <ul><li>Experience delivering housing management services within a specialist or generic housing context.</li><li>CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing or equivalent (or willingness to work towards) or qualified through experience</li><li>Strong understanding of anti-social behaviour management and rental income collection processes.</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet performance targets independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers, colleagues, and external stakeholders.</li><li>Knowledge of safeguarding practices within a housing context.</li><li>Regular business travel will be necessary to other Accent sites and off-site meetings as required.</li></ul>Successful candidates will under go a DBS check. Interviews We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are - a place to grow, a place to thrive, a place to be you. Stage 1: A Place to Connect A Teams call with the hiring manager. You'll learn more about the role and team, and we'll get to know you - your experience, goals, and what you bring. Date: 26th August via Teams Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths An in person interview with behavioural and scenario-based questions focused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. You'll be asked to complete a Customer Service Questionnaire in advance. Date: 5th September at our Stockton office We aim to make the process clear, supportive, and genuinely valuable - a place where you feel informed and confident at every step. A place to build a future We have big ambitions. That means we need people who are driven to succeed and eager to grow. Here, you'll have the opportunity to learn new skills, thrive in our collaborative environment, and take your career in different directions. We also support your health and wellbeing with 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)-an extra day to celebrate your birthday and the option to purchase more-access to an online GP, gym discounts, and a dedicated day to volunteer for a cause that matters to you. And because we believe in supporting you now and in the future, this is a place to plan for your future-with access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, helping you save more efficiently. We also provide life assurance at three times your salary for all colleagues, giving you added peace of mind. If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, please let us know we will ensure requirements are met. Please don't delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated. If you have any queries about the role, please email: "<a href="mailto:PeopleServices@accentgroup.org" target="_blank">PeopleServices@accentgroup.org</a>". Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license. If you're looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now. Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.

Specialist Housing Partner (Independent Living Housing Officer)

London Borough of Hammersmith &amp; Fulham Salary: £92,775 - £108,258 Closing date: Monday 25 August, 23:59Shape the future of private housing in one of London’s most ambitious boroughs.Hammersmith &amp; Fulham is a borough of ambition, innovation, and inclusion. With the private rented sector now the largest form of housing in the borough, surpassing both homeownership and social housing, we are committed to ensuring that all residents, regardless of tenure, have access to safe, sustainable, and affordable homes.We are now seeking a dynamic and visionary Assistant Director, Housing Standards to lead our work in transforming the private rented sector and driving up housing standards across the borough.This is a strategic leadership role at the heart of our housing and regulatory services. You will be responsible for improving housing standards across all tenures, including council-owned homes, housing association properties, and the private rented sector, ensuring that every resident lives in a home that is safe, well-maintained, and fit for purpose.As the Council’s lead adviser on housing standards, you will lead the delivery of our new Private Rented Sector Policy. Focused on working collaboratively with residents and landlords, raising standards of quality, maintenance, and safety, driving robust and effective enforcement, building a more inclusive and accessible PRS and oversee licensing, regulation, and enforcement functions.You will work across departments in a matrix structure to influence and enable delivery and represent the borough at sub-regional, regional, and national levels, shaping housing policy and best practice.We’re looking for a strategic, experienced, and passionate leader who can inspire and lead high-performing teams in a complex, fast-paced environment. You will navigate political and stakeholder landscapes with confidence and credibility and drive service improvement and innovation with residents at the heart of delivery.Championing high standards and regulatory excellence across all housing tenures, &nbsp;bringing deep knowledge of housing regulation, enforcement, and policy, and a proven track record of delivering impactful change in housing or related services.For more information on this fantastic opportunity, please visit <a href="http://www.faerfield.co.uk/lbhf" target="_blank">www.faerfield.co.uk/lbhf</a>. To speak to one of our retained consultants, please contact Sean Anderson (<a href="mailto:sanderson@faerfield.co.uk" target="_blank">sanderson@faerfield.co.uk</a>) or Dawn Faulkner (<a href="mailto:dfaulkner@faerfield.co.uk" target="_blank">dfaulkner@faerfield.co.uk</a>) or call 0121 312 3755.

Assistant Director Housing Standards

Annual salary: up to £28,917.00 Housing Support Officer Hull Salary up to £28,917 per annum Full time - 12 month fixed term contraact, 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday Including company vehicle and fuel card or £3,500 company car allowance Mears provides temporary accommodation to asylum seekers whilst their claim is being assessed in three regions: Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. At the end of May 2021 Mears had over 19000 service users across the three regions. Mears work in partnership with central and local Government, registered providers, tenants, landlords and investors to find solutions to homelessness, provide more social and affordable housing and create specialist housing for people with care needs. About the Role: Due to contract expansion, we are seeking for a Housing Support Officer to join our team. This is an exciting position that works exclusively to support Asylum seekers going through their right to work Asylum application process with the home office. The ideal candidate will be resilient, trustworthy, caring, a people person and extremely empathetic to others. As a Housing Support Officer every day is different, no day is the same. Although this role comes with it challenges it is an extremely rewarding role. As a Housing Support Officer your main duties will include but not limited to ensuring service users are supported at various stages of their Asylum application process including any safeguarding and welfare issues you come across, providing practical and emotional support to service users, monitoring service users' wellbeing and support needs and ensuring all records are updated and accurate for home office audit purposes. It is essential to maintain boundaries and being resilient to ensure a professional and a well-defined service is provided to always meet the needs of the service users. Role Criteria: <ul><li>Experience of working with vulnerable and diverse client groups</li><li>Experience and understanding of safeguarding</li><li>Ability to identify individuals and family need and recognise the required support packages to maintain independence</li><li>Experience working with mental health and or challenging behaviour</li><li>To communicate effectively with colleagues, local authorities, and service users</li><li>Experience with record keeping and risk assessments</li><li>Ability to work under own initiative</li><li>Resilient</li><li>You will be supportive, trustworthy, a good listener, approachable and empathetic to others</li><li>Flexible and happy to travel</li><li>Full UK driving license</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. As part of the recruitment process for this role, we will carry out a DBS &amp; BPSS check, as well as Security Clearance. For these checks to be completed, we will require from you the relevant identification, including Proof of Address, References, a valid passport and proof that you have lived in the UK for the last 5 years. 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 Vehicle and Fuel Card</li><li>Access to EAP Counselling sessions</li></ul>Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Beth Dunford (<a href="mailto:beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">beth.dunford@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.

Job Introduction This exciting new development within Lincolnshire, based in Grantham, welcomes enthusiastic and experienced applicants to apply for this rare opportunity to be involved in shaping a brand new pilot service that will support individuals stepping down from acute mental health wards to transition into the community. The service will be delivered in partnership with Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Trust and will form part of the NHS Mental Health Pathway. The service will be going live in October 2025, with a full training and induction programme for the team before go live. With an emphasis on recovery working alongside specialist housing and financial related support, you'll need to work flexibly to manage your own small caseload and help with the day to day running of the service. Role Responsibility Raising the bar for person-centred care, you'll provide a range of recovery focused support through key working sessions and group work. People's lives will be truly changed by you as you enable and prepare them to gain new skills and help them find ways to promote their long-term recovery. You will have off rota responsibilities such as housing and benefit assessments, identifying housing needs, liaising with local authorities to ensure that service users are supported in their move on from the service. On rota, you'll work with individuals on their recovery, devising individually tailored support and risk management plans and ensuring effective discharge planning. Ultimately, you'll play a vital role in helping them to gain skills and coping strategies, all while encouraging positive change and independence. The role requires you to work with the team on a rota which may include evenings and weekends. The Ideal Candidate Ideally with experience in the mental health sector, it's essential that you have a good understanding of the recovery model, together with a solution-focused attitude and a person-centred approach. You'll be equally comfortable getting things done on your own initiative and as part of a team and have no problems working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to challenging situations. And of course, you'll be the sort of person who enjoys talking to people with different needs, is genuinely interested in helping them, and possesses a deep level of empathy, understanding and patience. Knowledge of housing pathways, benefits applications and working alongside authorities such as social care is really key for this role. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 31 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits Turning Point

Transition and Housing Support Worker

Job summary The Housing Support Grant (HSG) is a project supporting clients with drug and alcohol issues who are also at risk of losing their tenancy. To be eligible, clients need to be in temporary, supported, emergency or private rented accommodation. Main duties of the job We work alongside the community teams and with external agencies to support our clients to prevent homelessness. The focus is to support in any way that the client needs to help them remain accommodated. About us WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.Our name reflects who we are - a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that's right for them.Our staff team changes lives. If you're passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we'd love to hear from you. Job description Job responsibilities All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. The current closing date is 25th August 2025, however, please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. Successful candidates will also work alongside in-house services which include community, clinical, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility. WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen.Working within one of our services is always busy, sometimes challenging but always rewarding. We work collaboratively to provide the best support and treatment to anyone who needs it, so why don't you apply to be part of something great!About the RoleYou will be a resilient and committed individual who has an understanding of the problems faced by individuals finding themselves homeless or in insecure accommodation.As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.You will also be required to work occasional Saturdays.Benefits<li>28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays </li><li>An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave</li><li>2 days paid volunteer leave per year</li><li>Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme</li><li>Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands</li><li>Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing</li><li>We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period</li> Job description Job responsibilities All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. The current closing date is 25th August 2025, however, please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. Successful candidates will also work alongside in-house services which include community, clinical, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility. WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen.Working within one of our services is always busy, sometimes challenging but always rewarding. We work collaboratively to provide the best support and treatment to anyone who needs it, so why don't you apply to be part of something great!About the RoleYou will be a resilient and committed individual who has an understanding of the problems faced by individuals finding themselves homeless or in insecure accommodation.As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.You will also be required to work occasional Saturdays.Benefits<li>28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays </li><li>An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave</li><li>2 days paid volunteer leave per year</li><li>Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme</li><li>Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands</li><li>Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing</li><li>We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period</li> Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall)</li> <li>Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check.</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting</li> <li>Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients</li> <li>Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Be IT competent</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working</li> <li>Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders</li> <li>Ability to work effectively as a team player</li> <li>Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required</li> </ul>Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall)</li> <li>Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check.</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting</li> <li>Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients</li> <li>Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Be IT competent</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working</li> <li>Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders</li> <li>Ability to work effectively as a team player</li> <li>Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required</li> </ul>Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name We Are With You Address Truro Truro TR1 2EJ Employer's website

Housing Support Worker (Ref:0066ZB)

Job description Post Ref: CC464 Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance. The Safeguarding and QA Service are looking to appoint an Independent Reviewing Officer on a permanent basis to undertake the chairing of Child Protection Conferences and statutory reviews of Children who are Looked After in Calderdale. This post will provide an opportunity to participate in the quality assurance work which has been an invaluable contribution to the improvements to practice in the Borough. You will need demonstrable post-qualifying experience in statutory social work with children and families and experience of chairing meetings involving children and families. You will have a thorough working knowledge of the legal framework relating to child protection and looked after children, including Care Planning Regulations and the duties and responsibilities of the IRO as set out in the IRO Handbook (DfE 2010). You are required to hold a relevant Social Work qualification and SW England registration. The post holder will carry a combined caseload (CP/CLA) and be a member of a busy but supportive and committed team. You will play a full part in the teams work to ensure the effective safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of vulnerable children and young people in Calderdale. You will have an office base in the centre of Halifax however there is an opportunity for you to work flexibly from home and other offices within the local authority. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. For an informal discussion about this post please contact Simon Buttler 07734459562 or Kathryn Dempsey 07738785315. Previous applicants need not apply. Closing date: Sunday 17th August 2025 Interview Date: Tuesday 2nd September 2025 We may utilise digital interview methods. As part of our Vision <a href="https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/" target="_blank">https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/</a> we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities for both full and part time staff. Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel. For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub .

Creative Support are currently looking for a caring individual to take on our Relief Housing Support Worker role in Fleetwood, Blackpool, providing the highest standards of care to individuals with mental health/complex needs. This opportunity is perfect for someone who is interested in an exciting career in mental health. We are looking for someone who is approachable and warm and able to connect with the individuals we support. Support Worker Duties: <ul> <li>Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users,</li> <li>Carrying out general administrative duties,</li> <li>Providing emotional support to service users,</li> <li>Medication oversight,</li> <li>Supporting with daily living tasks, including budgeting and tenancy maintenance,</li> <li>Communicating and building strong relationships with service users' family, support network and involved professionals.</li> </ul>Experience of providing care and support to individuals with mental health needs is essential for this role. The benefits of joining Creative Support as a Relief/Bank staff member is the flexibility to pick shifts to suit you and work in services that are local to you. Vacancy Reference Number: 82847 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. Application Instructions: In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above. You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to <a href="mailto:recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk</a> to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying. If you require any advice on completing your application form, please call us on 0161 236 0829. Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS

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