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Job purposeLead on developing new approaches to implement the Mayor’s Housing and Land priorities alongside embedding changes to existing mechanisms to support the Mayor’s aims.&nbsp; Produce clear, accurate and timely senior level reports, options appraisals and recommendations to the senior management arising from negotiations with senior staff internally and externally to implement the Mayor’s housing and land priorities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Principal accountabilities<ul><li>Oversee the production of management reports for internal and external boards, working groups or stakeholders to manage and monitor programme budgets, forecasts and risk analysis against delivery.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Lead on the development of policy, programmes, bespoke analysis reports and processing tools to support the Mayor’s targets, through the advanced use of data analysis tools such as Report Server, JasperSoft, Excel and other data management systems and internal business systems related to housing and land.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead on the development of operational policy and guidance to provide clear and accurate information to the wider directorate and externally on new programme and policy implementation.&nbsp;</li><li>Carry out in-depth analysis of the housing and land data and information to enable effective management of current and new programmes in line with the housing and land priorities and to provide timely reponses to queries received via Freedom of Information Act requests, Mayoral Questions, Write-ons and general enquiries.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Lead on projects and working groups to negotiate with senior staff internally and externally to agree and develop new strategies to deliver the Mayor’s housing and land targets.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Provide strategic senior level leadership on all aspects of programme management of the Mayor’s housing and land priorities in line with current and future policy direction and targets.</li><li>Provide clear and effective options appraisals, risk analysis and recommendations to the senior management team to monitor programme delivery against the Mayor’s housing and land targets.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure compliance with GLA performance approval processes and support area teams in obtaining all necessary investment approvals and provide leadership and direction to line managed staff.</li><li>Realise the benefits of London’s diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London’s communities</li><li>Realise the benefits of the GLA’s staff policies in undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this job, and participating in multi-disciplinary, cross-department and cross-organisational groups and project teams</li></ul>Person specificationTechnical requirements/experience/qualifications<ul><li>Management level experience of leading on developing new approaches, procedures and policies, including the implementation of bespoke data management functions, to ensure delivery of targets for large investment programmes.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Advanced level, demonstrable experience in the use of data management tools such as JasperSoft, Business Objects, Excel or other equivalent analysis systems to develop accurate tailored reports for senior management and operational staff to achieve corporate targets.&nbsp;</li></ul>Behavioural competenciesProblem Solving… is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions.&nbsp;Level 3 indicators of effective performance<ul><li>Clarifies ambiguous problems, questioning assumptions to reach a fuller understanding</li><li>Actively challenges the status quo to find new ways of doing things, looking for good practice</li><li>Seeks and incorporates diverse perspectives to help produce workable strategies to address complex issues</li><li>Initiates consultation on opportunities to improve work processes&nbsp;</li><li>Supports the organisation to implement innovative suggestions&nbsp;</li></ul>Research and Analysis… is gathering intelligence (information, opinion and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits.Level 3 indicators of effective performance<ul><li>Expands networks to gain new information sources for research and policy</li><li>Identifies and implements methods to ensure intelligence is of a high quality</li><li>Encourages others to analyse data from different angles, using multiple perspectives to identify connections and new insights</li><li>Tailors research investment in line with likely impact for Londoners and policy priorities</li><li>Retains a bigger picture view, ensuring research recommendations areappropriate and practical for the GLA and its stakeholders</li></ul>Planning and Organising… is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard.Level 2 indicators of effective performance<ul><li>Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables</li><li>Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines</li><li>Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work and milestones</li><li>Pays close attention to detail, ensuring team’s work is delivered to a high standard</li><li>Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met.</li></ul>Communicating and Influencing&nbsp;… is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us.Level 3 indicators of effective performance<ul><li>Encourages and supports teams in engaging in transparent and inclusive communication</li><li>Influences others and gains buy-in using compelling, well thought through arguments</li><li>Negotiates effectively to deliver GLA priorities</li><li>Synthesises the complex viewpoints of others, recognises where compromise is necessary and brokers agreement</li><li>Advocates positively for the GLA both within and outside the organisation</li></ul>Strategic Thinking…is using an understanding of the bigger picture to uncover potential challenges and opportunities for the long term and turning these into a compelling vision for action.Level 3 indicators of effective performance<ul><li>Translates GLA vision and strategy into practical and tangible plans for own team or delivery partners</li><li>Consistently takes account of the wider implications of team’s actions for the GLA</li><li>Encourages self and others to think about organisation’s long term potential</li><li>Informs strategy development by identifying gaps in current delivery or evidence</li><li>Takes account of a wide range of public and partner needs to inform</li><li>Team work</li></ul>Additional Competency Framework Areas for the Role:&nbsp;Managing and Developing Performance… is setting high standards for oneself and others, guiding, motivating and developing them, to achieve high performance and meet the GLA’s objectives and statutory obligations.Level 2 indicators of effective performance<ul><li>Seeks opportunities to develop professional skills and knowledge and encourages team to do so.</li><li>Ensures own and others’ workloads are realistic and achievable</li><li>Provides staff with clear direction and objectives, ensuring they understand expectations&nbsp;</li><li>Recognises achievements and provides constructive feedback and guidance&nbsp;</li><li>Gives staff autonomy and confidence to perform well and to their potential</li></ul>Organisational Awareness… is understanding and being sensitive to organisational dynamics, culture and politics across and beyond the GLA and shaping our approach accordingly.&nbsp;Level 3 indicators of effective performance<ul><li>Uses understanding of differences between the GLA and its partners to improve working relationships</li><li>Helps others understand the GLA and the complex environment in which it operates</li><li>Translates changing political agendas into tangible actions</li><li>Considers the diverse needs of Londoners in formulating GLA objectives</li><li>Helps others understand how the media and external perceptions of the GLA influence work</li></ul>Reasonable adjustmentReasonable adjustment will be made to working arrangements to accommodate a person with a disability who otherwise would be prevented from undertaking the work.

Senior Programme Co-ordinator

Housing &amp; Support Officer - Pound House, Woking Have you got the passion and resilience to support and empower Transform clients to develop their independence and daily living skills? No previous experience? That's fine as training will be provided. In this role you will work as part of a team and support clients on a day-to-day basis to empower them to resolve their problems to reach positive outcomes. This will be achieved by assisting and encouraging clients to meet their personalised support plans and to access support and related services from local community organisations. You will also carry out housing management activities such as rent collection, risk assessments, tenancy management, reporting maintenance issues, and health and safety checks. If you have relevant experience of working with vulnerable people or have transferable skills, we would like to hear from you. Every day is different in this varied and fulfilling role. Salary - £26,000 per annum Location - Pound House, Woking Full time - 39 hrs per week You will need to work a shift pattern including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Shifts are predominantly 8.5 hours long working between 8am and 10pm. About you You will work as part of a team providing 24-hour support to Young People in a purpose-built hostel. 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. You will also carry out housing management activities such as rent collection, tenancy enforcement, reporting maintenance issues, and undertaking health and safety checks, ensuring a trauma informed approach is taken to support clients to maintain their tenancies. Reflecting Transform's values in everything you do, you will be working as part of a close and committed team to provide clients with high-quality housing and support services. We are ideally looking for someone who has: <ul><li>Ability to develop non-judgmental professional relationships with clients </li><li>Basic numeracy and written communication skills in Maths and English GCSE/ level 4 or above or equivalent </li><li>The ability to communicate well with clients, peers and other agencies </li><li>The ability to work effectively as part of a team </li><li>The ability to manage their own time, delivering outcomes, meeting deadlines and undertaking training. </li><li>The ability to gain an understanding of safeguarding issues and a commitment to protect all adults and children using or visiting Transform's services </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. 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, in parts of Berkshire, West Sussex and the London Borough of Sutton. We're a place where people make a difference to clients' lives, feel valued and are supported. We have a strong sense of social responsibility and our values - respect, empowerment, responsibility and excellence - guide everything we do. 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 depending on the needs of the service and department. Our benefits are great tooand include <ul><li>28 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time workers) </li></ul><ul><li>An additional 1 day pro rata per annum wellbeing day </li><li>Training and development opportunities </li><li>Employee assistance programme </li><li>The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days annual leave per holiday year </li><li>Access to our benefits platform for a wide range of discounts on everyday spends </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. For an informal discussion about the role please email <a href="mailto:jking@transformhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">jking@transformhousing.org.uk</a> to arrange a call to discuss the post further or apply directly. 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. 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 and Support Officer

Housing Support Worker (Waking Nights) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Night shifts, including weekends and bank holidays) Are you a night owl with a passion for making a difference? Join us as a Night Support Worker, where you'll provide vital overnight support to young people aged 16-17 who are experiencing homelessness. This is more than just a night shift-it's an opportunity to be a steady, reassuring presence for those who need it most. What You'll Be Doing As part of a dedicated team, you'll work awake night shifts to provide support and ensure the safety and well-being of young residents. You'll collaborate closely with daytime Housing Support Workers to provide continuous, wraparound care, ensuring that every young person receives the guidance they need, no matter the time of day. Your role will include: <ul> <li>Being available throughout the night to provide emotional and practical support when needed.</li> <li>Monitoring the safety and well-being of young people while respecting their independence.</li> <li>Offering a listening ear and guidance to young people facing difficulties, ensuring they feel supported at all times.</li> <li>Keeping detailed and accurate records of any incidents, concerns, or progress during your shift.</li> <li>Providing a clear and comprehensive handover to the day team to ensure seamless support for each young person.</li> <li>Working within safeguarding policies to manage risks appropriately.</li></ul>What You'll Bring <ul> <li>Excellent Communication Skills - Able to liaise effectively with both young people and colleagues, ensuring smooth shift handovers and consistency in support.</li> <li>Empathy &amp; Resilience - A kind, non-judgmental approach with the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.</li> <li>IT Proficiency - Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) for recording case notes and communicating with colleagues.</li> <li>Organisational Skills - Able to prioritise tasks, document key information, and manage shift responsibilities effectively.</li> <li>Teamwork &amp; Collaboration - Work closely with day staff to ensure a joined-up approach to supporting each young person.</li> <li>Knowledge of Housing &amp; Support Needs - Understanding of the challenges faced by young people experiencing homelessness, including mental health and safeguarding risks.</li> <li>Welfare Benefits Awareness - A good grasp of welfare benefits to help guide young people towards financial independence.</li></ul>Why Join Us? This is a challenging but deeply rewarding role where you'll see the impact of your support firsthand. You'll be part of a passionate, values-driven team that is committed to helping young people build a brighter future. here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody: <ul> <li>25 days' annual holiday plus bank holidays</li> <li>Flexible benefits scheme, including options for Healthcare, Dental care, Critical illness cover, vouchers, technology scheme and access to a discount portal.</li> <li>4 x Life Assurance</li> <li>Professional development by access to "paid for" apprenticeship programs and qualifications</li> <li>Two additional paid volunteering days each year</li> <li>Family friendly policies</li> <li>Up to 10% pension contribution matched 1:1</li></ul>An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role on the update service. Ready to be a guiding light for young people through the night? Apply today! Click the 'Apply Now' button to send us your CV and a brief statement highlighting how your skills and experiences make you the perfect fit for this role. We look forward to learning more about you and how you can contribute to our team! For questions, contact Julie-Ann O'Malley at Julie-Ann.O'<a href="mailto:Malley@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">Malley@peabody.org.uk</a>. Selection Process Shortlisting: 18 February Online Assessments: 19 February up to the 23 February. Interview Dates: 24 February (Online) Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Housing Support Worker (Waking Nights)

Join us as our next Housing &amp; Support Officer and make a difference! Do you thrive on empowering others and supporting vulnerable individuals to live independently? At Transform Housing &amp; Support, we believe everyone should 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. Come and join the Reigate team and play a pivotal role in our incredible success stories, which have resulted in individuals with histories of substance abuse to find stability, secure jobs, and own homes. One of the team's proudest moments was helping a local woman reunite with her children after overcoming alcohol addiction. 'I didn't have a reason to change before but thanks to Transform, now I do' - Jon, a Transform Client If you're looking for a role where every day is different and brings new opportunities to make a meaningful difference, Transform Housing &amp; Support is the place for you. What You'll Be Doing Salary - £26,000 per annum plus benefits Location - Reigate Full time - 39 hrs per week You will be joining the Reigate Team, a friendly group of around 15 people, to provide a high-quality service to our clients across the Reigate and East Surrey area. You will work with a variety of clients, including some with mental health issues, a history of offending, and those in recovery from substance misuse. A little more about your core tasks as a Housing &amp; Support Officer: <ul><li>Act as a keyworker to clients, helping them achieve their goals and live independently.</li><li>Assist clients with housing management activities, including reporting and monitoring repair issues, supporting clients in rent arrears to set up repayment agreements, and conducting regular health and safety checks and room inspections.</li><li>Prepare rooms for new residents by assembling furniture and clearing rooms when clients move out.</li></ul>It is an exciting time to join the Reigate team as you'll also be involved in our Mitchell House project, a brand-new facility which provides housing and support for young parents and young single people. For an informal discussion about the role please email <a href="mailto:ptravers@transformhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">ptravers@transformhousing.org.uk</a> to arrange a call to discuss the post further or apply directly. What You'll Need To be successful in this role, you must have: <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>An Enhanced DBS check (to be completed by us, upon successful application).</li><li>A full valid driving licence and use of your own car for business purposes.</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. How we'll set you up for success We want to make sure you have the skills and knowledge to be great in your role. So when you join us, you will complete a tailored induction programme which will include a combination of online training, in person training, and shadowing. Plus, after two years, you will have the opportunity to undertake a relevant extended training course, whether that be a college course, Open university degree or professional qualification. 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>Interest-free staff loans </li><li>The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days annual leave per holiday year </li><li>Life assurance cover </li></ul>What's Next At Transform, we're all about celebrating diversity because we know it's key to our success. We're committed to being inclusive, so if you're passionate about what you do and share our values, we want to hear from you! If you need any adjustments during the application or selection process, please let us know, and we'll 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.

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