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Our Private Sector Housing team seeks to&nbsp;bring about improvements in the conditions and standards of management of private sector housing.&nbsp;You’ll assist the team in achieving this by leading on the delivery on housing enforcement standards to ensure private sector residential accommodation throughout the District meets statutory standards and help to bring about improvements in conditions and standards of management for residents.With your knowledge of Housing legislation, you’ll be comfortable using formal action where necessary, including attending court.&nbsp;You’ll inspect and licence HMO’s in connection with the appropriate licensing schemes and undertake regular inspections of all HMO’s.&nbsp;You’ll be responsible for assessing a variety of properties using Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and interpret the results of these assessments to determine an appropriate course of action to deal with each hazard identified.Your interpersonal skills will be invaluable as you carry out the effective day to day management and maintenance of the Council owned Hever Road Gypsy and Traveller site and its facilities. In addition to this, you’ll also carry out regular inspections of mobile park homes and park home sites in accordance with the relevant legislation and model standards.This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).Do you want to know more about the role?&nbsp;Please contact Alison Simmons, Head of Housing, on 01732 227272 for an informal discussion about the role.&nbsp;Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?Read 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.

Senior Private Sector Housing Officer

We have a new vacancy for 3 x Building Safety Officers to work for a large housing provider based in NW London. This is a permanent role paying £45,850 per annum.Role Purpose* Assist management to ensure the organisation fulfils its obligation to be compliant with the Regulatory Reform (fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Safety Order Act 2021, Building Safety Act 2022, and any future relevant legislation * Ensure that buildings and the organisation are compliant with the individual Building Safety Cases and other relevant legislation * Undertake fire and building safety related compliance inspections and testing of equipment across the portfolio including the validating the accuracy of FRA actions * Report and analyse the compliance of FRA actions and support the delivery of initiatives to improve and maintain compliance.Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities1 Assist in the management and development of the processes relating to Landlords Statutory Compliance to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Safety Order 2020 and Building Safety Bill 2020. 2 Assist in the design and manage Building Safety Cases for the SNG portfolio. Ensure that buildings are and remain compliant with their Building Safety Cases. 3 Assist with establishing and maintaining scheme specific lines of communication with residents so that all queries can be dealt with in a timely fashion and ensure that resident engagement is effective. 4 Ensure that general compliance is maintained throughout the communal areas and dwellings for each block; this includes but is not limited to fire safety, gas safety, electrical safety and water hygiene. Work closely with Compliance Managers to ensure contractors are following contractual processes and assist with the escalation process to gain access to complete the checks e.g. legal action, cold calling, etc. 5 Carry out inspections of FRA recommendations to verify the accuracy and confirm the best way to proceed with mitigation. Identify where value for money can be achieved from the specification. 6 Complete periodic inspections of communal areas of high-rise buildings to check cleaning standards are maintained, possessions in communal areas, inspection the functionality and performance of fire doors, raise and manage repairs through to completion. 7 Assist with contract management of contractors undertaking works to implement FRA recommendations, e.g. pre and post inspections of works, support with reporting of FRA action compliance and drive initiatives to improve compliance. 8 Responsible for undertaking tests on fire safety equipment in accordance to British standards to ensure the company fulfils its obligations. Accurate records of tests must be maintained to an auditable standard. 9 Assist with the delivery of training to staff, contractors and residents (where needed) regarding fire and building safety matters.Person SpecificationEducation* Degree level or relevant industry experienceKnowledge and Skills required* Knowledge of Legislation and Regulations relating to building safety and services. E * Knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical systems, equipment and compliance. D * Knowledge of Buildings and their internal and external components. E * Knowledge of H&amp;S legislation and statutory requirements. D * Service improvement planning and problem-solving skills. E * Negotiating and influencing Skills with the ability to deal with stakeholders and partners. E * Ability to produce reports, analyse data and present findings. * Ability to meet deadlines and plan and deliver a range of different activities. E * Ability to validate information and demonstrate attention to detail. E * Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt this approach for different audiences. E * Excellent written communication skills sufficient to write straightforward reports, letters and emails. E * Excellent customer focus and a genuine desire to achieve excellence in all areas of responsibility. E * Competent on core Microsoft Office packages. EExperience Required* Experience of working within a building services environment. E * Experience of writing detailed reports. E * Experience of using a wide variety of IT systems. EAdditional Information* Driving license and access to own vehicle preferable due to location of sites. * A Basic DBS check will be carried out if placed in this role. * Successful candidate will be required to attend the Wembley office and/or be on site 3-4 times a week.

Building Safety Officers

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (shifts include early, late, night, weekends, and bank holidays). Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Join us as a Housing Support Worker, where you'll support 18-25-year-olds facing homelessness, helping them overcome challenges and build independent, fulfilling futures. What You'll Be Doing In our supported housing schemes in Lewisham, you'll work closely with young people, offering guidance, encouragement, and practical support tailored to their needs. Your role will include: <ul> <li>Building trusting relationships with young people experiencing challenges like mental health issues, family breakdowns, or gang involvement.</li> <li>Supporting each individual through weekly progress meetings, helping them set and achieve their personal goals.</li> <li>Assisting young people in navigating the housing register and securing their next home when they're ready to move on.</li> <li>Working flexibly as part of a rota, including early mornings, late evenings, night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.</li></ul>What You'll Bring <ul> <li>Literacy Skills: Confident in reading and writing for accurate record-keeping and communication.</li> <li>IT Proficiency: Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.</li> <li>Understanding of Support Needs: Knowledge of housing support requirements for individuals with mental health issues, delivered through a flexible, outcome-focused, and person-centred approach.</li> <li>Thorough Welfare Benefits Knowledge: Up-to-date expertise on welfare benefits to effectively support young people.</li> <li>Exceptional Communication Skills: Capable of communicating clearly and compassionately at all levels, always mindful of the situation.</li> <li>Values That Shine Through: Kindness, empathy, positivity, energy, and enthusiasm.</li> <li>Calm and Assertive: Able to remain composed in challenging situations and handle conflicts with diplomacy and care.</li></ul>Why Join Us? We understand the challenges of this role, but seeing young people thrive and move toward independence is incredibly rewarding. You'll be part of a passionate, supportive team that shares your commitment to making a difference. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role. Here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody: <ul> <li>25 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</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> <li>the opportunity to broaden your skills and enhance your professional development by undertaking an accredited qualification, supported by us.</li></ul>Ready to take the first step in changing young lives? Apply today and start making an impact. Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV along with a brief statement about why you're the perfect fit for this role. Don't forget, your personal statement on the application form is your chance to stand out! Use it to showcase your skills, experience, and passion, and tell us why you're the ideal candidate for this position. If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to Julie-Ann O'Malley, Talent Specialist (Julie-Ann.O'<a href="mailto:Malley@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">Malley@peabody.org.uk</a>). Interviews are due to take place week commencing the 20 and 27 January 2024. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.

Housing Support Worker

About The Role Do you want to work in a role where you can support people in Sutton to rebuild their lives? This post is offered as a fixed term contract until November 2025, or as a secondment for internal applicants. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Sutton Vulnerable Adults Service for someone to join the team as a Housing Support Worker. The service provides supported accommodation across Sutton for over 100 adults with multiple needs as part of the Sutton Vulnerable Adults Pathway. We provide short term accommodation for up to 24 months, where clients are supported to identify appropriate move-on plans into sustainable accommodation. Our dedicated team work with a multi-agency, and recovery based approach to assist clients to achieve move-on aims. In the role of Housing Support you will: <ul> <li>Work on the weekly rota Mon - Fri 9-5, excluding weekends and Bank Holidays.</li> <li>Oversee a case load of clients, creating a supportive environment and working in a person centred way to support clients identify personal aims and ambitions, and support them to make and carry out plans towards achieving them.</li> <li>Provide practical and personal support to clients in a way that is approachable, engaging, flexible and caring.</li> <li>Work with partner agencies, and client's access health and treatment, employment and training opportunists to meet their individual needs, and work towards focusing on engagement within the community.</li></ul>About you We are looking for inspirational, committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives. If you have good interpersonal and skills, patience and resilience you don't need to have direct experience, as we will provide you with the knowledge and training you need to work with clients in a holistic and person-centred way. You should demonstrate the below: <ul> <li>A non-judgemental approach to working with homeless and vulnerable people, a good understanding, of or willingness to learn about the needs of our clients, especially those with complex needs.</li> <li>Good communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with relevant partner agencies,</li> <li>The ability to manage complex and difficult situations in relation to people</li> <li>Dedication and personal resilience required to maintain enthusiasm for day to day contact with clients.</li></ul>St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups. How to apply To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the 'document' tab on the advert page on our website. When you're ready to apply click the 'Apply Now' Button to start your online application form. Closing date: 10 am on 13 January 2025 Interview and assessments on: week commencing 20 January 2025 About Us Our purpose is to end homelessness and rebuild lives. It drives everything that we do. For the past 55 years, we have been on the ground every day and every night, supporting people to recover from homelessness and advocating for change. We support around 28,000 people each year and our work means that more than 2,700 people have somewhere safe to stay each night. What We Offer Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where all colleagues feel valued, and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups. We believe that equity, diversity and inclusion improves the health, wellbeing and development of our colleagues and helps to ensure everyone feels valued. We know that when diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are prioritised, we are happier, healthier and can ultimately achieve better outcomes for our clients. Below are some of our key focus areas to improve both our candidate and colleague experience: <ul> <li>A growing number of diversity networks including LGBTQ+, Womens Action, Lived Experience and Anti-Racist networks.</li> <li>Increasing visibility by ensuring that all interview panels across the organisation are diversely represented to ensure fair and balanced decision making during the recruitment process.</li> <li>A safe and supportive working environment championing positive action via various internal schemes such as upward mentoring and a Steps into Management programme.</li> <li>Mandatory Diversity &amp; Inclusion training for all staff, unconscious bias training for managers, and a range of other courses such as Trans awareness and Autism Awareness.</li> <li>In recognition of the importance of transparency, we publish our employee diversity statistics and pay gap reports on our website. </li></ul>Want to find out more? Click here to visit our Equity, Diversity &amp; Inclusion page. Wellbeing and Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits to our colleagues to ensure wellbeing remains a key priority. Maintaining a good work life balance can be tricky, but with family friendly policies, flexible and agile working options and an incremental annual leave allowance, we are committed to making sure you have the options available as and when you need them. These include: <ul> <li>Agile working model for suitable roles.</li> <li>Supportive flexitime and toil arrangements.</li> <li>28 days annual leave rising to 31 after five years' service.</li> <li>Family friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave. Carers leave, and fertility treatment leave.</li> <li>Financial wellbeing platform offering loans, advances and saving options.</li> <li>Auto-enrolment to pension scheme after six months service with an employer contribution of 6%.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme and access to SmartHealth app - 24/7 GP appointments, health checks and nutrition advice.</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme and interest free season ticket loans.</li> <li>Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food &amp; drink, travel, electricals and more.</li></ul>Want to find out more? Want to find out more? Click here to visit our Work For Us page. Reaching Potential At St Mungo's we are committed to providing development opportunities for all our colleagues. We welcome people with a wide range of experiences and value transferable skills so that we can provide the best support for people experiencing homelessness. That's why we have a robust induction, training and development programme that supports colleagues throughout their career at St Mungo's. These include: <ul> <li>Highly praised internal training courses and access to external learning to build your skills and meet your professional development goals.</li> <li>Steps into Management programme to support colleague progression.</li> <li>Commitment to continued professional development with access to career development forums, internal mentoring and internal secondment opportunities.</li></ul>Want to find out more? Click here to visit our Learning and Development page. A DBS disclosure check is a requirement for this post and will be undertaken for the successful candidate. Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo's current standard Terms and Conditions (T&amp;Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

About The Role Islington is a lively, diverse area of London, offering an eclectic assortment of cultural activities, good transport services, and a vibrant feel. As a borough we are innovative, forward thinking, and committed to positive change. An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service for a talented and enthusiastic Independent Reviewing Officer. As a member of the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance team you may hold a diverse caseload that will include mainly children looked after and some child protection cases. You will also be asked to contribute to auditing activity across the service, which will be an integral part of the role. You will need to possess excellent chairing skills, to confidently manage difficult meetings whilst ensuring the participation of children and young people and their parents; have a keen eye for scrutiny, auditing, attention to detail and good report writing skills. The successful applicant will be able to ensure effective decisions are made for Children Looked After and Children with a Child Protection Plan and monitor those decisions in line with Working Together and the Care Placement, Planning and Review Regulations. The successful applicant will need extensive knowledge of The Care Planning, Placement and Case Review Regulations, 2010, the IRO Handbook, Working Together to Safeguard Children and London Child Protection Procedures, and be expected to ensure that high quality services are being delivered to children, providing constructive challenge where needed. Closing date: Sunday 9th February 2025 at 23:59; Interviews are being held on 20 February 2025 For an informal discussion please contact:- Carmen Rampersad | Service Manager, Safeguarding and Quality Assurance | Email: [email protected] Working for the team, service and our organisation Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn't be clearer: we serve. It's in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out 'CARE', which is what we think public service is all about. Our offer to you We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include: <ul> <li>Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service</li> <li>A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week</li> <li>Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential</li> <li>Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum</li> <li>Excellent local government pension scheme</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships</li> <li>Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!</li></ul>Recruitment information It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post is subject to a enhanced DBS check with children/adult barred list, qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing. Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Independent Reviewing Officer

The vacancy 37 hours per week Do you want to make a difference? An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Housing Department for someone with great people skills and in-depth housing knowledge to help lead the Supported Housing team in delivering proactive and customer focussed tenancy and neighbourhood services. What's the role? This is a new role and the post-holder will be part of our Housing Department, you will use your leadership skills to help us deliver a high-quality service, including maximising our rental and service charge income, managing ASB, improving services and delivering a generic day-to-day housing management service to customers who live in our Independent Living, Flexi-care and Supported Housing homes. The right candidate will need the ability to make decisions and deliver in a fast-paced and busy environment. You'll work effectively and proactively with colleagues to provide an excellent housing management service to our customers. In this role you will need to: <ul> <li>Ensure a high standard of customer service.</li> <li>Have an understanding of supported housing and housing for older people (including Flexi-care)</li> <li>Manage staff (both direct and indirect reporting)</li> <li>Deliver proactive, customer focussed housing management services, ensuring that they are continually improved to meet changing business requirements.</li> <li>Experience of delivering managed services</li> <li>Maximise our rent and service charge collection.</li> <li>Manage the supported housing budgets effectively.</li> <li>Deliver on our corporate targets.</li></ul>What are we looking for? You will be customer-focused, with the ability to interact empathetically with a wide variety of people. You'll have an excellent grasp of Housing Law and a proven-track record of leading and managing successful teams. You will have a background in Housing Management or Supported Housing and knowledge of budget management and partnership working would be an advantage. Essential: <ul> <li>Significant experience of managing and developing staff</li> <li>Experience of setting and meeting challenging objectives.</li> <li>Excellent knowledge of Supported Housing and housing for older people including related legislation, policy and good practice</li> <li>Extensive experience of arrears collection and ASB.</li> <li>You will need to hold a UK driving licence with access to a suitable vehicle, with insurance cover for business use.</li> <li>You will need to maintain a satisfactory basic level DBS check.</li></ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Knowledge of setting and managing budgets</li></ul><ul> <li>Educated to degree level or relevant experience</li> <li>Hold a CIH qualification</li></ul>What can we offer you? We know that people are our most valuable assets, so we offer a range of benefits including 28 days' annual leave pro rata, an employer pension contribution of up to 11%, development opportunities and access to a comprehensive employee rewards scheme. How we work We are committed to embracing the most positive aspects of agile working. We take a blended approach to how we work, so that colleagues have the flexibility to strike the right balance between working in our communities, in our shared spaces and remotely. With digital technology at the heart of our work, teams and individuals are empowered to decide the best way to meet the needs of their role. How to apply If this sounds like your next role, click 'apply now', tell us why you've got what it takes and send us a copy of your current CV. The closing date is Friday 17th January 2025, (but please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a large response). Interviews will take place in the week commencing 27th January 2025. About us We are a housing association with homes across South-West Hertfordshire. We aim to make a real difference by delivering better homes and supporting our communities, because we know that good homes give people the chance to lead more fulfilling lives. We own and manage more than 6,800 homes and associated assets in South-West Hertfordshire. Our business is evolving rapidly as we find new ways to deliver great homes, improved services and much-needed new homes. We also have a one-star accreditation from Best Companies, putting us in the top 25 housing associations to work for. We have exciting plans for the future - and you could help us to achieve our goals. Find out more at <a href="http://www.wcht.org.uk/letsgo" target="_blank">www.wcht.org.uk/letsgo</a>. Benefits Access to season ticket loans Online rewards with shopping discounts Cycle to work scheme 28 days annual leave Pension scheme 2 paid volunteering days

Supported Housing Manager

Housing Support Officer Have you got the passion and resilience to support and empower Transform clients to develop their independence and daily living skills? Housing management activities form part of this role, along with supporting clients daily, to empower them to resolve their problems to reach positive outcomes. If you have relevant experience of working with vulnerable people or have transferable skills, we would like to hear from you. If you'd like to work for us but have no previous experience? That's fine, as training will be provided. Salary - £26,000 + benefits Location - Farnham Full time - 39 hrs per week It is essential that you have a full valid driving licence and use of your own car for business purposes. Successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. About you You will be reflecting Transform's values in everything you do, as part of our team you will act as a keyworker to named clients, and support clients to achieve their goals and live as independently as possible, whilst ensuring they are safe and able to manage risks appropriately. A little more about your core tasks as a Housing &amp; Support Officer: <ul><li>Ability to develop non-judgmental professional relationships with clients </li><li>The ability to manage your own time, delivering outcomes, meeting deadlines</li><li>Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook and the Internet) </li></ul>Tick most of the boxes but not all? The best candidate rarely does. So, if you are excited by the role and can do most of what we are looking for, go ahead and apply; you could be exactly who we need. For an informal discussion about the role please email Holly at <a href="mailto:hwright@transfromhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">hwright@transfromhousing.org.uk</a> to arrange a call to discuss the post further or apply directly. About Transform Housing &amp; Support We believe that everyone should be able to live independent and fulfilling lives. We provide housing and support for many socially excluded and vulnerable people across Surrey, parts of Berkshire, West Sussex and the London Borough of Sutton. Why work at Transform Transform is a place where all colleagues are valued. We want to make sure colleagues have the flexibility they need to balance their personal lives and do well at work. We focus on outcomes and are open to different ways of working including flexible hours where possible. Our benefits are great too and include: <ul><li>28 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) </li><li>An additional 1 day (pro rata) per annum wellbeing day </li><li>A defined contribution pension scheme </li><li>Training and development opportunities </li><li>Interest-free staff loans </li><li>Flexible working options </li><li>The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days annual leave per holiday year </li><li>Life assurance cover </li></ul>Other things you need to know At Transform we celebrate diversity and know that it is critical for our success. We work hard to make sure we're inclusive, so we want to hear from anyone who is great at what they do and who shares our values. If you need any adjustments during the application or selection process so you can do your best, just let us know. We will be happy to help. We review CVs as we receive them and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match, so apply as soon as you can to avoid missing out.

Housing Support Officer

Housing and Support Officer Reports to: Housing Manager Location: BRENT, NORTH LONDON Salary: £25,000 per annum Driving License: YES Purpose: To ensure a safe, secure and supportive living environment for tenants by delivering housing support services. Managing property standards and fostering positive relationships between residents and the organization. Key Responsibilities: • Maintain safety and security, including property inspections and monitoring adherence to house protocols. • Provide housing management support, including resident inductions, welfare benefits guidance and addressing anti-social behaviour (ASB). • Develop and review support plans, conduct risk assessments, and document updates. • Foster tenant engagement through meetings, activities, and community involvement. • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support. • Perform administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with GDPR and organizational policies. • Respond effectively to incidents and emergencies. Skills Required: • Strong organisational and time management skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to liaise with diverse groups. • Ability to work independently and handle stressful situations effectively. • Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and utilizing IT systems. • Understanding of housing-related support and statutory services. Behavioural Attributes: • Professionalism and adaptability in varying situations. • Empathy and commitment to tenant welfare. • Positive attitude and openness to change. • Respect for diversity and commitment to equality. Experience: • Ideally 3 years' experience in housing-related support or similar roles. • Familiarity with mental health, homelessness, or related issues preferred. • Competence in lone working and handling emergencies. Education: • Basic literacy and numeracy skills. • Proficiency in IT and administrative tools. REF-218309

Housing and Support Officer

Supported Housing Manager Location: Brent, Luton &amp; Brixton Contract: Full time, Permanent Salary: circa £35,000 per annum depending upon experience; We are a UK-based asset manager and investment company in the social housing sector, committed to delivering exceptional value to our ethical-minded investors. We are seeking a Supported Housing Manager to play a key role in overseeing our seven sites located at Brent, Luton and Brixton. Join our collaborative team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in community-focused residential housing. Key to ensuring the delivery of person-centred support to our tenants, overseeing daily operations, managing the team and maintaining strong relationships with local authorities and other key partners, all while maintaining a high standard of service and compliance. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Tenant Support and Care Coordination: overseeing support workers to ensure all tenants are regularly monitored, manage risk and needs assessments and address individual tenant requirements through personalised support plans;</li><li>Operational Management: oversee property-related daily operations to maintain high standards in compliance, policies and health and safety whilst also ensuring accurate and timely documentation;</li><li>Team Management: lead and manage support staff, including recruitment training, performance management, and appraisals, encouraging a positive and accountable work environment;</li><li>Financial Oversight: monitor property budgets and ensure all tenant payments, housing costs and service charges are met, collaborating with the finance team for accurate financial reporting;</li><li>Community and External Partnerships: build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, social care services and other agencies; and</li><li>Represent Orisha: attend multi-agency meetings and represent the business positively to enhance service provision and explore new growth opportunities.</li></ul>Whilst this job description covers the main duties and responsibilities of the role, it is not exhaustive. The role holder is expected to undertake any other reasonable duties within their capabilities and the scope of the post as specified by their manager. Skills &amp; experience <ul><li>Experience: proven experience (up to 3 years would be ideal) in supported housing management or a similar field with a strong understanding of tenant support needs and housing management</li><li>Qualifications: GCSE or equivalent (preferred); a valid Driving Licence is mandatory.</li><li>Skills: excellent organisational, communication and management skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external partners.</li></ul>We are an equal opportunities employer. You're welcome here whatever your socio-economic background, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious belief, age or disability. REF-218142

You We're looking for a Housing Support Worker to join our progressive Housing team and assist in the day to day running of the hostel. The successful candidate will have experience of working with socially excluded young people as well as specific experience in one area of support work i.e. skills training, drug dependency, work with offenders etc. If you are able to conduct yourself in a professional manner, have the skills to manage a tenancy case load with minimal supervision and have good knowledge of current and future benefits arrangements, you just may be the person we are looking for. 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, and have successfully adapted to the needs of the communities in which we're based on a number of occasions. Our staff are dedicated to making other people's lives better through the services we provide, and live our Values to Be MORE - Motivated, Open, Respectful, Empowered - 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>Hours: 37.5 hours per week</li><li>Work Pattern: Monday - Sunday (includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays) </li><li>Contract Type: Permanent</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. To be considered for this role please click the 'Apply for this job button' at the top of this page. We don't accept CVs or Resumes as applications. You are required to download the application form to complete and re upload to the system for the Recruiting Manager to review. YMCA Thames Gateway is serious about safeguarding; this role will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure &amp; Barring Service check. At YMCA Thames Gateway we are a Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to Equal Opportunities. Therefore we value the importance of diversity and positively welcome applicants 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+.

Role: Independent Reviewing Officer Location: London Borough Of Islington Team: Looked After Children Pay: Up to £44 ph Hybrid Working: 3 Days a week Contract: Locum About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our Children Looked After Team in the London Borough of Islington. This role is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social work professional who is committed to improving outcomes for looked-after children. As an IRO, you will play a vital role in ensuring that children and young people in care receive the best possible support, advocacy, and protection. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Chair reviews for children in care, ensuring that each child's voice is heard and that their needs and wishes are central to the planning process.</li> <li>Monitor and review care plans, working closely with social workers, foster carers, and other professionals to ensure that all actions are carried out in a timely and effective manner.</li> <li>Advocate for children and young people, ensuring their best interests are always represented and promoting stability in placements.</li> <li>Challenge and address any shortfalls in practice, escalating issues as needed to ensure high standards of care and safeguarding.</li> <li>Provide quality assurance and oversight, making sure that each child's case is compliant with statutory requirements and best practices.</li> <li>Produce high-quality reports that reflect the outcomes of reviews, highlighting key issues and follow-up actions.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul> <li>Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.</li> <li>Extensive post-qualifying experience, ideally within children's social care, and a deep understanding of issues affecting looked-after children.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and guidance, including the Children Act 1989 and the Care Planning Regulations.</li> <li>Excellent communication, analytical, and advocacy skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and hold professionals accountable.</li> <li>A commitment to promoting positive change and improving outcomes for children in care.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul> <li>Competitive pay of up to £44 per hour.</li> <li>Access to continuous training and professional development opportunities.</li> <li>A supportive and collaborative working environment.</li> <li>The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.</li></ul>Why choose Sheldon Phillips to find your next role? It's simple: we're not pushy or overly persistent. We understand that you want to be heard. Our priority is to proactively seek the roles you desire, not just the ones that benefit us financially. Our success comes from making your job search our top priority. Interested in learning more about the Independent Reviewing Officer role in Islington, London? Contact Josh Da Costa at 01635 226350. Plus, refer a friend to us, and if we place them, you'll receive a generous £300 referral bonus (terms and conditions apply).

Our Client is looking for Housing support officers in Brent Cricklewood NW2 Job Description: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ONGOING Our client is looking for 3 Housing support officers with the Experience in completing support plans, risk assessments and identifying risks. knowledge of universal credits, housing benefits and evictions would be a benefit but, training can be provided. the job will be in the vicinity of the area of NW2 so this require to travel to the clients resident. ideal to have the transport and will pay mileage. if you dont have transport, client will provide you oyster for traveling to the site one and after another. if you are confident that you are the right candidate, Send CV for immediate consideration, this opportunity has an immediate start readily available. or call (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity Mango Solutions are acting as the employment agency on behalf of our client

Our Client is looking for Housing support officers in Brent Cricklewood NW2 Job Description: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ONGOING Our client is looking for 3 Housing support officers with the Experience in completing support plans, risk assessments and identifying risks. knowledge of universal credits, housing benefits and evictions would be a benefit but, training can be provided. the job will be in the vicinity of the area of NW2 so this require to travel to the clients resident. ideal to have the transport and will pay mileage. if you dont have transport, client will provide you oyster for traveling to the site one and after another. if you are confident that you are the right candidate, Send CV for immediate consideration, this opportunity has an immediate start readily available. or call 01708 763 200 to discuss this opportunity Mango Solutions are acting as the employment agency on behalf of our client

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