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Overview Believe in People? The best people have one thing in common. They care. At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options. Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold, our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest. Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our Warrington service? If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant Warrington team. We have an exciting opportunity for an Recovery Coordinator to join our team who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience, (based on full time working hours, pro rata for part time hours) Contract: 12 months fixed term contract from start date **Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the Role: <ul><li>Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.</li><li>Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by alcohol use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.</li><li>Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.</li><li>Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.</li><li>Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.</li><li>Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.</li><li>Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.</li></ul>About You: <ul><li>Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by alcohol use.</li><li>Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.</li><li>Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.</li><li>Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.</li><li>Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.</li><li>Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.</li><li>A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Participation in a contributory pension scheme.</li><li>A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A warm and supportive team environment.</li><li>Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme.</li></ul>Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. If this sounds like you and you'd like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we'd love to talk to you. Direct applications only - we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area If you have any questions or concerns on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Amanda Gilmartin | <a href="mailto:amanda.gilmartin@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">amanda.gilmartin@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance Wigan Town Hall Library Street Wigan WN1 1DF Salary: Grade 8, £36,363 - £40,777 per annum. 37 hours per week Temporary for two years We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough. We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you! Your role: As part of the media relations team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day activity of the press office function, ensuring press enquiries are answered appropriately and senior officers/elected members are kept up to date with ongoing issues. You will help to develop the team's role as storytellers and reputation guardians, under the guidance of the senior media officer. You will have specific responsibility for the Community Safety Partnership and the council's homelessness service. Working directly with service areas you will proactively seek out opportunities to promote the work of the council and support the development of the council's brand and identity. You will help to support the development of the council's social media channels and will be expected to produce content in a range of formats. About you: The ideal candidate needs a successful track record in establishing positive working relationships and relevant experience of working in a press office / local government or equivalent environment. They must be confident dealing with reactive enquiries and advising senior colleagues. They should have an excellent understanding of how the media works and be politically astute. About us: Wigan Council has been voted 'Overall Council of the Year' at the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Awards. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or 'unbroken' between the supporting organisations. The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them. The role is in the council's award-winning Public Relations team which is responsible for communicating with more than 300,000 residents through both traditional and digital channels, ensuring content is relevant, timely and targeted. Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan. To be appointed to this role you must be able to prove your right to work in the UK. Please visit the link below to check you qualify to apply. Please note, at present we are not a licenced sponsor. Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK (<a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>) Prove your right to work to an employer For further information, please contact James Illingworth at <a href="mailto:James.illingworth@wigan.gov.uk" target="_blank">James.illingworth@wigan.gov.uk</a> Interview dates: Week commencing 24th November 2025 This is a politically restricted role

Communications and marketing officer (Community Safety Partnership and Homelessness)

Liberty has an exciting opportunity for a Tenant Liaison Officer to join our team, based in Manchester. You will be working on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week and in return, you will receive a salary of £26,208 per annum Plus Excellent Benefits! We are an experienced and innovative construction firm that is committed to putting customers and clients at the heart of everything we do. Liberty offers professional gas installation, maintenance and servicing, as well as energy solutions, electrical installations and property building and maintenance services, with a strong commitment to value for money services that make a positive difference to people and the communities in which we work. The strength of our organisation lies in the quality of the people we work with. We're proud to employ the most talented, driven individuals within the property services sector. Responsibilities for this Tenant Liaison Officer will include: Provide a high-quality service by liaising between the client, tenant &amp; Liberty staff Understanding tenant requirements Support the reduction in complaints Support customers, particularly any vulnerable customers Manage client relationships to engage on access procedures, installation programmes and community engagement Support the wider Liberty team in managing customers and improving customer experience Engagement with field and work planning teams Ensure all customer details on all systems are accurate to keep clients updated What we are looking for in our ideal Tenant Liaison Officer: NVQ Level 2 or customer related discipline, GCSE or equivalent standard in Maths &amp; English. Valid driver's license essential. Customer service experience, ideally within a social housing environment (Desirable). Experience of the use of Microsoft Office Software including Outlook, Word, Excel &amp; Access. A caring &amp; empathetic individual who understands and supports the needs of a diverse cross section of customers who has analytical skills and the ability to manage change, problem solve &amp; manage own workload. We offer a range of benefits for a rewarding career including though not limited to: <ul> <li>Pension scheme</li> <li>Discounted gym memberships</li> <li>Discounts and savings on travel, hotels, shopping, holidays and restaurants</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>Life Insurance</li> <li>Smart Health (including round the clock access to 24/7 UK-based GPs)</li> <li>Medicash Health Plan</li> <li>23 Days Holiday Entitlement plus Bank Holidays</li> <li>Death in Service Payment</li></ul>In addition to the above, at Liberty we look to invest in the up-skilling and development of our employees, ensuring competency and compliance to industry standards, in turn we will look to offer additional training where appropriate to give you the skills you need to deliver the service required. Liberty strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can ALL be ourselves. We commit to achieving equal opportunities in employment for all suitably qualified candidates, through upholding our values of Passion, Openness, Respect and Trust, underpinned by Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement. Please note, only candidates who have the right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. As part of our recruitment process all employees need to be vetted and undertake pre employment checks. For this role you may need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check, previously Criminal Records Bureau, prior to or upon commencing employment with Liberty. If you have the desire to work in a busy and high performing team, why not join us as our Tenant Liaison Officer click "apply" below - we want to hear from you! Closing date: 27th November 2025 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier depending on number of applications).

Tenant Liaison Officer

The Vacancy Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week) Stockport Homes Group is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on building strong collaborative relationships locally, regionally and nationally. We are passionate about not only providing housing and building new homes in Stockport but helping to transform the lives of our customers. We aim to provide comfortable and affordable homes and engage customers and communities. We're looking for a Homeless Support Officer to join our Temporary Accommodation team, to support in the day to day running of the temporary accommodation schemes, maintaining a good standard of temporary accommodation, provided for homeless families, single men and single women, sited at 3 separate locations. This is a varied role, working on a shift basis and your time can be spent offering practical support and advice to promote customer independence and development. You will support customers in life skills training sessions in both formal and informal settings. In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and support a diverse range of customers, assisting them into long term independent accommodation, inspiring people to make positive changes, realise their full potential and lead a fulfilled life. Candidates for this role will have good communication skills and a working knowledge of IT and Microsoft Office applications. You will have confidence in challenging behaviour/resistance in others and have previous experience and knowledge of providing a support/befriending service and a basic understanding of the benefits system. You will undertake 'on the job training' to understand the business and carry out key tasks which includes domestic duties, cleaning and preparing properties to be let after they have been vacated; and storing belongings in line with legal responsibilities. You will be required to work on a shift basis for this role. Shifts include 8-4, 9-5, 10-5.30, 2pm-10pm and weekend working (a rolling rota of 1 in 6 weekends). The SHG "Be You" approach sums up our belief that everyone has the right to be who they are, and to be that person at work, in line with SHG's Values. We're always looking to improve diversity within our teams to enhance this culture and to be truly representative of the communities we work in. We understand that if you don't meet every requirement, you may be hesitant to apply but we still want to hear from you and encourage you to submit an application detailing your experiences, achievements, and the value you can bring to our team. This role will be on Skylight terms and conditions. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact the People &amp; OD Team on <a href="mailto:humanresources@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">humanresources@stockporthomes.org</a>. Please note that we do not accept applications through third-party websites. To ensure your application is reviewed, please apply directly through our careers page. Please note: We encourage you to apply early! We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis throughout the campaign so we may close the advert sooner if we find the right candidate. About Us Welcome to Stockport Homes Group (SHG), an umbrella organisation for four, socially responsible interdependent companies within the housing sector. What makes us unique is our vision: one where entrepreneurship and commercialisation go hand in hand with social impact. We are Stockport's largest landlord, managing over 12,000 properties on behalf of Stockport Council and Private Landlords, as well as our own growing portfolio of new build homes. As builders, landlords, architects and developers we believe in collective responsibility for more affordable housing. Equally, through a commitment to a range of wrap around services we look for ways to improve people's lives: from advice and support on health and wellbeing, to employment, educational opportunities and help in the home. All our profit is reinvested within the group to maximise opportunities for those who most need our help. Companies within SHG: Stockport Homes - Stockport Homes was formed in 2005, to manage housing stock across Stockport on behalf of Stockport Council. As a limited company, we operate as an ALMO which is an 'Arm's length management organisation', so whilst the company is owned by the Council, we operate independently on day-to-day matters and in delivering services to our customers. We are committed to providing quality homes across Stockport and listening to the voice of our customers to continually improve our services. Three Sixty - Three Sixty delivers innovative, high-quality construction, maintenance and facilities management services across Stockport, Greater Manchester and Cheshire. We are trades people who operate with a friendly, community-led approach. We get the balance right between excellent customer service and service delivery. We take pride in giving back to our local communities and each year we Gift Aid our profits to SKylight to support the work they do to help Stockport and the borough thrive. Skylight - SKylight is a Charitable Community Benefit Society, established in 2018, dedicated to transforming lives in Stockport. We work closely with local communities to support people into employment, alleviate poverty and enhance digital skills. Our services help individuals live independently while fostering strong community networks, particularly for those facing disadvantages. We are proud to contribute to making Stockport a great place to live and work. Viaduct Housing Partnership - Formed in 2017, Viaduct is a development partnership between Stockport Homes Group and Stockport Council, focusing on building more affordable homes in Stockport. SHG is proud to be an award-winning organisation dedicated to transforming the lives and communities of our customers and as a public-private sector fusion, SHG is focused on future growth and excellence - looking for the best people to join the Group to be on this exciting journey. Our Benefits Personal Development Work/Life Balance Embrace Diversity Our Community Previous Next

Homeless Support Officer - Brindale

Terms &amp; Conditions: Permanent, Full time, 37 hours per week Department: Adults &amp; Heath Shortlisting date: 26th November 2025 Interview date: 9th December 2025 We are looking to recruit to a brand-new key senior role who will shape and lead our adult social care and housing needs services. We are constantly striving to improve services to our residents and the role will give you the opportunity to build on our existing strong foundations and transform our models of care and support. We are extremely proud of the recently announced outcome from the Care Quality Commission having assessed our Local Authority Adult Social Care services as good and we are now excited to move on to the next stage of our development . Can you help us get to outstanding? As an experienced senior manager you will have the ability to creatively shape and implement strategies across our health, homelessness and social care systems ,whilst managing the core business. You will have proven experience of leading your teams to ensure we thoughtfully use our resources to make a real difference to the lives of local people, addressing inequalities and taking an asset-based approach to all we do. As an ambitious authority we plan to grow our economy and become an economic centre of activity ensuring great opportunities for our local population. Our borough is a special, warm and friendly place to live and work with a real sense of community and togetherness. If you are considering a new challenge and are an experienced, energetic senior manager in the area of Adult Social Care, then this post could be what you have been waiting for. You would form part of the senior team working alongside the Director of Public Health and Assistant Director for Commissioning and Independent Living Services. Reporting directly to our Strategic Director for Adults and Health (DASS), you will facilitate and promote innovation and transform the way in which we commission and deliver services using population health data and preventative approaches to inform your decision making. If you have extensive experience of managing across a diverse and complex workforce and are experienced in partnership and multi-agency working, then this could be the post for you. If you would like an informal conversation, then please contact Mark Warren on 07977 352323 or <a href="mailto:mark.warren@blackburn.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.warren@blackburn.gov.uk</a> In your application, please ensure you complete the section about your suitability for the role. To find out more: Assistant Director Adults - Social Work Operations and Housing Needs | Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Assistant Director Adults - Social Work Operations & Housing Needs

Job description Post Ref: CC631 Calderdale Council, are pleased to offer the opportunity to undertake the role of Independent Living Officer (ILO) within the Reablement Team. The role has been redesigned and regraded to encourage people who are thinking about a career in Health and Social Care, combining elements of Occupational Therapy, modern approaches to community rehabilitation, reablement and the innovative use of Assistive Technology to support impendence and community inclusion. These roles have been regraded to reflect the new approaches we are developing and can be the first step in a rewarding career, covering a variety of professional roles in health and local government. If you are at the beginning of your career and exploring different options before you make the decision about your future, or if you have the life experience, thinking about a career change and willing to learn new skills that will take you into areas of work you didn't know existed, please contact us for a further conversation. The new team will need to be highly professional, committed to continuous improvement, outcome driven, quality focused with the prospect of future career opportunities? We embrace innovation and encourage performance. We are keen to recruit Independent Living Officers with shared values and behaviours that remain at the heart of everything we do. The reablement team consists of a range of health and social care professionals and supports a Home First pathway and aims to: • Provide reablement to people in their own homes - including assessment and provision of equipment, aids and adaptations, assistive technology. • Reduce preventable admissions to hospital. • Reduce length of stays in hospital by supporting safe and timely discharges using a Home First model. • Provide a person-centred approach to optimise independence and confidence, enable recovery and prevent a decline in functional ability. • Undertake assessment for longer term care for those requiring on-going support. The role of ILO will be to support people to live as independently as possible through engagement, assessment and provision of equipment and aids to support independent living. You will assess, provide and install aids, equipment, adaptations, personal care, medicines management, rehabilitation exercises and support for carers to meet identified needs to support people to live safely at home and maximise independence. Closing date Wednesday, 19th November 2025 Interviews Wednesday, 26th November 2025 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. On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change. 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 be-fore being seen by the selection panel.

Independent Living Officer (Reablement Service)

The Vacancy x1 Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week) x1 Permanent, Part-Time (18.5 hours per week) We are a values driven organisation committed to achieving our mission of 'One team, transforming lives'. Working for us means you can make a difference to the lives of vulnerable people in Stockport every day. It's also means you get to be part of a thriving and forward-looking organisation that prides itself on being a great place to work. Are you passionate about promoting health and wellbeing? Do you want to make a positive difference in the lives of older adults? We are seeking a dedicated Independent Living Assistant to join our team and support customers aged 50+ in Stockport. The Independent Living Assistant will provide a varied and appropriate programme of physical / health and wellbeing promotion activities based around the needs and wishes of customers aged around 50+ living within a designated geographical area of Stockport. You will assist customers in arranging outings and events, supporting them to take the lead to ensure sustainability moving forward. A key priority of this role will be to provide a clear, obvious, and familiar avenue of support to the customers living within the allocated geographical area. You will generate and maintain regular contact, signposting any queries and support needs as appropriate. Your visibility will be maximised via your additional responsibility to monitor, inspect, and report issues sighted within the geographical area allocated to you. In addition to the above, you will assist Independent Living Officers and Seniors in the provision of a comprehensive housing management service by delivering excellent Intensive Housing Management support to all our customers. A driving licence &amp; access to a vehicle is necessary for this role. The SHG "Be You" approach sums up our belief that everyone has the right to be who they are, and to be that person at work, in line with SHG's Values. We're always looking to improve diversity within our teams to enhance this culture and to be truly representative of the communities we work in. This role will be on Stockport Homes Limited terms and conditions. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service. We understand that if you don't meet every requirement, you may be hesitant to apply but we still want to hear from you and encourage you to submit an application detailing your experiences, achievements, and the value you can bring to our team. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact the People &amp; OD Team on <a href="mailto:humanresources@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">humanresources@stockporthomes.org</a>. Please note that we do not accept applications through third-party websites. To ensure your application is reviewed, please apply directly through our careers page. If you would like to find out more, for an informal chat contact Nerys Carpenter 07815476984 <a href="mailto:Nerys.carpenter@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">Nerys.carpenter@stockporthomes.org</a> We encourage you to apply early! We may close the vacancy sooner if we find the right candidate. Closing Date: 28th November 2025 Interview Date: 8th December 2025 About Us Welcome to Stockport Homes Group (SHG), an umbrella organisation for four, socially responsible interdependent companies within the housing sector. What makes us unique is our vision: one where entrepreneurship and commercialisation go hand in hand with social impact. We are Stockport's largest landlord, managing over 12,000 properties on behalf of Stockport Council and Private Landlords, as well as our own growing portfolio of new build homes. As builders, landlords, architects and developers we believe in collective responsibility for more affordable housing. Equally, through a commitment to a range of wrap around services we look for ways to improve people's lives: from advice and support on health and wellbeing, to employment, educational opportunities and help in the home. All our profit is reinvested within the group to maximise opportunities for those who most need our help. Companies within SHG: Stockport Homes - Stockport Homes was formed in 2005, to manage housing stock across Stockport on behalf of Stockport Council. As a limited company, we operate as an ALMO which is an 'Arm's length management organisation', so whilst the company is owned by the Council, we operate independently on day-to-day matters and in delivering services to our customers. We are committed to providing quality homes across Stockport and listening to the voice of our customers to continually improve our services. Three Sixty - Three Sixty delivers innovative, high-quality construction, maintenance and facilities management services across Stockport, Greater Manchester and Cheshire. We are trades people who operate with a friendly, community-led approach. We get the balance right between excellent customer service and service delivery. We take pride in giving back to our local communities and each year we Gift Aid our profits to SKylight to support the work they do to help Stockport and the borough thrive. Skylight - SKylight is a Charitable Community Benefit Society, established in 2018, dedicated to transforming lives in Stockport. We work closely with local communities to support people into employment, alleviate poverty and enhance digital skills. Our services help individuals live independently while fostering strong community networks, particularly for those facing disadvantages. We are proud to contribute to making Stockport a great place to live and work. Viaduct Housing Partnership - Formed in 2017, Viaduct is a development partnership between Stockport Homes Group and Stockport Council, focusing on building more affordable homes in Stockport. SHG is proud to be an award-winning organisation dedicated to transforming the lives and communities of our customers and as a public-private sector fusion, SHG is focused on future growth and excellence - looking for the best people to join the Group to be on this exciting journey. Our Benefits Personal Development Work/Life Balance Embrace Diversity Our Community Previous Next

Independent Living Assistant

About The Role Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Additional Payments: Essential Car Allowance Closing Date: 17 November 2025 Closing time: 11.59pm Interview Method: Face to Face This role is subject to - 2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed (<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice</a>). We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request. Essential Car Documentation- This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance. The role holder will coordinate and contribute to the provision of a high quality service to support service users and promote their independence ensuring service standards are achieved, maintained and improved. The role holder will contribute to the positive engagement of service users with support services provided by both statutory and voluntary agencies, ensuring that they are appropriately supported and able to contribute positively to the community. The role holder will assist with establishing and maintaining partnerships with a range of stakeholders and agencies in line with City Council policies and procedures. The Allocations Support Team consists of 14 support workers who work GM wide to source suitable emergency hotel accommodation for both families and single applicants. The team will provide support to both families and singles currently accommodated in B&amp;Bs and self-contained units of emergency accommodation. The team support service users to remove barriers to access accommodation through housing related support (HRS), in house TA, GMMH commissioned accommodation, capital leasing and RSAP. You will need to have a good understanding of what it takes to be a leader and effectively manage a team of support staff across a city and GM wide location. You will be required to work in a fast-paced environment, problem solving to identify placements for service users who we may struggle to find accommodation for, without multi professional working. You will need an excellent knowledge of safeguarding to ensure placements are suitable and remove barriers which can stop people accessing accommodation. You will need to have a good understanding of the different types of temporary accommodation accessible to applicants, and how we can work with services to negotiate placements. You will need to be able to demonstrate good partnership working with agencies such as Children's Services, Early Help, Schools, domestic violence organisations, ASBAT (Antisocial Behaviour Action Team), Neighbourhood Services, health, social care, and mental health services will be vital. You will be responsible for managing the support contract for the RSAP (rough sleeper accommodation programme) and NSAP (Next steps accommodation programme) properties MCC own and manage on behalf of registered social landlords. You will need to maintain excellent relationships with stake holders and registered social landlords to ensure applicants are sustaining their tenancies and if not, being responsive to resolve. You will be required to attend regular meetings with RSL with RSAP tenancies and commissioned partners to ensure all aspects of contractual agreements are being met. For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring manager, Sue Bee, at 07773576536 and [email protected] to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role. About the Candidate You will have a good understanding of Homelessness, the service objectives and priorities. You will ensure you are responsible for your own workload completing visits in a sensitive and timely manner to meet the needs of the service user. You will be able to take ownership for resolving problems and take the initiative to work on your own to address issues that may arise. You will be able to provide technical advice regarding the enforcement of relevant legislation adhering to relevant policies and procedures and working within set parameters. Complete incident reports and be able to report unusual circumstances or situations that may have a negative impact on the environment along with the well-being of residents, visitors and businesses. You must be able to maintain accurate records of investigations and inspections to ensure information produced can be relied upon to demonstrate performance and delivery. Display a personal commitment to continuous self-development and service improvement. About Us We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city - a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: <ul> <li>We take time to listen and understand</li> <li>We work together and trust each other</li> <li>We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly</li> <li>We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things</li> <li>We're proud and passionate about Manchester</li></ul>Benefits we offer <ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks. </li> <li>A buzzing pension - You'll be enrolled in the UK's largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum. </li> <li>Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events. </li> <li>Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more. </li> <li>Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process. </li> <li>A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life. </li> <li>Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits. </li></ul>Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process <ul> <li>Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.</li> <li>Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone. </li></ul>Guaranteed Assessment Scheme We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below: <ul> <li>Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans</li> <li>Current or former care leavers</li> <li>Have a disability or long-term condition</li> <li> If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programme</li></ul>If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application. When You Join Us We're a Disability Confident Employer, offering: <ul> <li>A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.</li> <li>Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.</li> <li>A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.</li></ul>For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [email protected]. What we will need from you if you're successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre-Employment Checks If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these checks may include: <ul> <li>Proof of Right to Work: You'll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. </li> <li>References: We'll require references from your current and previous employer(s).</li> <li>Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.</li> <li>Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.</li> <li>Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council.</li> <li>Police Vetting: Some roles may require police vetting to ensure suitability for accessing sensitive law enforcement systems or information.</li> <li>Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets. It ensures that individuals meet basic security requirements and can be trusted with sensitive information</li> <li>Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we'll need evidence of your valid driving licence.</li></ul>These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve. Other relevant information We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we'll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role. For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached. Calculate your take home pay. Use this service to estimate how much Income Tax and National Insurance you should pay for the current tax year. Privacy Notice

Homeless Lead Officer

Team About the role As part of Bury Council's commitment to delivering high-quality housing services and ensuring compliance with leasehold legislation, we are recruiting a Section 20 Leasehold Officer. This role is central to managing the statutory consultation process under Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, supporting the delivery of major works and long-term agreements across our housing stock. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead and manage the Section 20 consultation process for major works and qualifying long-term agreements.</li><li>Draft and issue statutory notices including Notices of Intention, Estimates, and Award of Contracts.</li><li>Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and leaseholders to ensure legal compliance and effective communication.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audit and tribunal processes.</li><li>Provide expert advice on leasehold matters, service charges, and statutory obligations.</li><li>Support the Asset Management and Building Safety teams in delivering safe, well-maintained homes.</li></ul>Essential Criteria: <ul><li>In-depth knowledge of leasehold legislation, particularly Section 20 requirements.</li><li>Experience in housing management, leasehold services, or property compliance.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li><li>Ability to interpret legal documents and explain complex information clearly.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.</li></ul>Desirable: <ul><li>Relevant qualification in housing, law, or property management.</li><li>Experience working in a local authority or social housing environment.</li></ul>About Bury The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted. Please note we are unable to support with sponsorship at this time. As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way Benefits of working for Bury Council To hear about the benefits for working with Bury Council, please visit Bury - Home | greater.jobs We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements. We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria. If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the 'About You' or 'Supporting Statement' section of your application. Next steps For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Chris Kalupa - <a href="mailto:C.R.Kalupa@bury.gov.uk" target="_blank">C.R.Kalupa@bury.gov.uk</a>.

Leasehold Officer

About the role Housing Services are looking to recruit a Tenant Liaison Officer Working alongside colleagues and contractors your role will be liaise with tenants during repairs and refurbishment projects ensuring that the tenants are fully updated, any complaints successfully resolved and a positive relationship between the tenants and Council is maintained You will be required to undertake Quality and site-specific Health and Safety audits. You will need experience of working with customers and be able to demonstrate both communication and influencing skills Please refer to the attached job description for further details on the required qualifications and experience About Bury The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted. Please note we are unable to support with sponsorship at this time. As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way Benefits of working for Bury Council To hear about the benefits for working with Bury Council, please visit Bury - Home | greater.jobs We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements. We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria. If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the 'About You' or 'Supporting Statement' section of your application. Next steps For more information on the role you can contact Noel Chambers - <a href="mailto:N.Chambers@bury.gov.uk" target="_blank">N.Chambers@bury.gov.uk</a>

Job Description Would you like to join our team as an Independent Living Advisor and help us to deliver an excellent service for our residents? This is a great opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player. Reporting to the Independent Living Manager, you will be responsible for providing an intensive housing management service to our customers. This will include developing successful relationships, assisting prospective customers to view properties and settle into their accommodation, assisting in tenancy management matters and ensuring customers understand their rights and responsibilities per their tenancy agreement. The successful candidate will work Monday - Friday at our Bickerton Court scheme in Chadderton. A full UK Driving Licence is essential for this role as on occasion you may be required to assist at neighbouring schemes. Essential Criteria: <ul><li>Previous experience of working in an advisory role supporting the elderly and vulnerable with a proven ability to foster a spirit of co-operation and a sense of independence within this group.</li><li>Demonstrable commitment to Equality and Diversity.</li><li>Ability to adapt communication style to suit individual needs or when explaining technical information.</li><li>Previous experience in carrying out administrative work including numeracy work.</li><li>Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.</li><li>Good verbal and written communication.</li><li>Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle.</li></ul>In return for your hard work, we offer: <ul><li>Competitive salary of £26,271 per annum.</li><li>25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Buy Extra Holiday + Increases with length of service.</li><li>Healthcare Cashback Plan.</li><li>Pension Contributions - up to 9% on a matched basis. </li><li>Life Assurance.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme offering offer include face-to-face counselling, a stress helpline and tax, fitness and childcare advice.</li><li>A benefit scheme which pulls together a range of special offers and great deals. You can make savings on everyday shopping, fashion, electronics, travel, leisure and days out. </li></ul>If you're interested in joining us and would like to apply for this role, please review the role profile to view all of the key responsibilities and to ensure you meet the essential criteria. Please note: A DBS is required for this role which will be paid for by The Guinness Partnership. TJTGP REEDTGP

Independent Living Advisor

The Vacancy Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week) We are a values driven organisation committed to achieving our mission of 'One team, transforming lives', but we're also entrepreneurial, maximising the value of our money and resources. We are currently looking to recruit two Neighbourhood Housing Officers to join our team! As a first point of contact, you will provide a customer focused housing management service within a designated neighbourhood. The work undertaken will meet the aims and objectives of Stockport Homes and achieve our mission to transform lives. As a Neighbourhood Housing Officer, you must be confident in order to enforce tenancy conditions and challenge behaviours using various tools and powers at your disposal. This will require excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, a high level of resilience, the ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision and excellent interpersonal and communications skills to work with partners and colleagues to jointly tackle issues. With excellent customer care skills and a commitment to making a difference to the neighbourhoods you will manage; you must be capable of working positively and enthusiastically in sometimes challenging circumstances and have an interest in Housing law relating to the management of Social Housing. With good problem-solving skills and the ability to work both on your own initiative and as part of a team, you must be able to use a wide range of IT packages to manage tenancy details and case work and be willing to deal with different types of workloads and problems. Due to the nature of the role, a valid current driving licence and access to a car is essential. The SHG "Be You" approach sums up our belief that everyone has the right to be who they are, and to be that person at work, in line with SHG's Values. We're always looking to improve diversity within our teams to enhance this culture and to be truly representative of the communities we work in. This role will be on Stockport Homes Limited terms and conditions. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory basic clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service. We understand that if you don't meet every requirement, you may be hesitant to apply but we still want to hear from you and encourage you to submit an application detailing your experiences, achievements, and the value you can bring to our team. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact the People &amp; OD Team on <a href="mailto:humanresources@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">humanresources@stockporthomes.org</a>. Please note that we do not accept applications through third-party websites. To ensure your application is reviewed, please apply directly through our careers page. This role has been reopened; Please note, previous applicants need not reapply. Please note: We encourage you to apply early! We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis throughout the campaign so we may close the advert sooner if we find the right candidate. About Us Welcome to Stockport Homes Group (SHG), an umbrella organisation for four, socially responsible interdependent companies within the housing sector. What makes us unique is our vision: one where entrepreneurship and commercialisation go hand in hand with social impact. We are Stockport's largest landlord, managing over 12,000 properties on behalf of Stockport Council and Private Landlords, as well as our own growing portfolio of new build homes. As builders, landlords, architects and developers we believe in collective responsibility for more affordable housing. Equally, through a commitment to a range of wrap around services we look for ways to improve people's lives: from advice and support on health and wellbeing, to employment, educational opportunities and help in the home. All our profit is reinvested within the group to maximise opportunities for those who most need our help. Companies within SHG: Stockport Homes - Stockport Homes was formed in 2005, to manage housing stock across Stockport on behalf of Stockport Council. As a limited company, we operate as an ALMO which is an 'Arm's length management organisation', so whilst the company is owned by the Council, we operate independently on day-to-day matters and in delivering services to our customers. We are committed to providing quality homes across Stockport and listening to the voice of our customers to continually improve our services. Three Sixty - Three Sixty delivers innovative, high-quality construction, maintenance and facilities management services across Stockport, Greater Manchester and Cheshire. We are trades people who operate with a friendly, community-led approach. We get the balance right between excellent customer service and service delivery. We take pride in giving back to our local communities and each year we Gift Aid our profits to SKylight to support the work they do to help Stockport and the borough thrive. Skylight - SKylight is a Charitable Community Benefit Society, established in 2018, dedicated to transforming lives in Stockport. We work closely with local communities to support people into employment, alleviate poverty and enhance digital skills. Our services help individuals live independently while fostering strong community networks, particularly for those facing disadvantages. We are proud to contribute to making Stockport a great place to live and work. Viaduct Housing Partnership - Formed in 2017, Viaduct is a development partnership between Stockport Homes Group and Stockport Council, focusing on building more affordable homes in Stockport. SHG is proud to be an award-winning organisation dedicated to transforming the lives and communities of our customers and as a public-private sector fusion, SHG is focused on future growth and excellence - looking for the best people to join the Group to be on this exciting journey. Our Benefits Personal Development Work/Life Balance Embrace Diversity Our Community Previous Next

Neighbourhood Housing Officer

The Vacancy Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: 12th November 2025 Interviews: TBC Support our communities. See the difference you can make in our city. At One Manchester we are passionate about providing good quality homes, great services and real opportunities for customers and communities. We are more than just a landlord. We invest in new and existing homes, provide money advice and wellbeing, employment and training support and build strong partnerships to support inclusive growth. We have an exciting opportunity to join our Neighbourhood Team as a Neighbourhood Officer. We're looking for someone who can assist in the delivery of a customer focused service in a defined geographical area, delivering a high-quality housing and tenancy service. Working mainly in a designated neighbourhood, you will help to create a sustainable and thriving neighbourhood, customer independence and deliver an exceptional 'first point of contact resolution' customer experience. You will be encouraged to be innovative and work autonomously in the delivery of neighbourhood services, with a solution focused approach to overcome challenges and contribute to thriving communities. What we're looking for: <ul> <li>Experience of working in the housing sector or similar role delivering services to customers providing high-quality, responsive, and proactive tenancy management and related services.</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience in managing rent arrears cases and negotiating payment arrangements.</li></ul><ul> <li>An understanding of effective estate and tenancy management, with experience of delivering a range of related neighbourhood management services.</li></ul><ul> <li>An understanding of property condition issues with a commitment to maintaining the condition and appearance of properties, estates, and neighbourhoods.</li></ul><ul> <li>Good IT skills alongside good organisational skills with an ability to manage own workload, plan and prioritise whilst being flexible, positive, and enthusiastic.</li></ul><ul> <li>Customer focused with a desire to provide services to a high standard.</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of working collaboratively with key stakeholders and partners to achieve community and neighbourhood regeneration.</li></ul>Demonstrable experience in relation to safeguarding. Why take up the challenge with One Manchester? This really is a great place to work. We've bags of potential and have huge opportunities waiting to be unlocked. Supportive and flexible, we're rightly proud of our work and excited about the future. So, challenge yourself to be creative and ambitious and see the difference you can make in our great city. If this sounds like you then apply today, we'd love to hear from you! We own and manage over 12,000 homes in central, south, and east Manchester. We have one purpose: to provide good quality homes, great services, and real opportunities for our customers and communities. Our role as a trusted Registered Provider of Social Housing goes well beyond putting people in safe and secure homes. That's not to say it's not one our key priorities, it's simply one of the many things we do to help our customers live happy and fulfilled lives. We put people at the heart of everything we do. We're constantly evolving as a business to ensure we're supporting our customers and communities. We focus on improving our communities by offering a range of services, including employment opportunities, building new developments, and ensuring our customers have safe homes to live in. In accordance with the aims of our Equality and Diversity strategy and organisational commitment to address the employment of underrepresented groups, One Manchester is operating 'the Rooney Rule'. This means that we aim to interview at least one ethnically diverse candidate for all roles. We will also interview at least one female candidate for all our roles within our trades and facilities teams where we experience an under representation. One Manchester strives for equality, diversity, and inclusion in all that we do. We positively encourage applications for employment from eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are transitioning to a culture where agile working will be a feature of many of our roles. We also try to support and promote a culture of flexible working where possible and practical. If you are interested in a role but require flexibility or part time hours, please give us a call and we can let you know if this can be considered for a particular role. The Company We own and manage over 12,000 homes in central, south and east Manchester. We have one purpose: to provide good quality homes, great services, and real opportunities for our customers and communities. Our role as a trusted Registered Provider of Social Housing goes well beyond putting people in safe and secure homes. That's not to say it's not one our key priorities, it's simply one of the many things we do to help our customers live happy and fulfilled lives. We put people at the heart of everything we do. We're constantly evolving as a business to ensure we're supporting our customers and communities. We focus on improving our communities by offering a range of services, including employment opportunities, building new developments, and ensuring our customers have safe homes to live in. The Benefits Not only do we offer fulfilling jobs where you can see the difference our work makes in our communities, but we also offer great rewards. Visit our site for more details. Career development 27 day annual holiday Pension scheme Healthcare cash plan

Neighbourhood Officer

These are exciting times to work within Salford City Council's fast paced and varied Housing Strategy Team. The team is responsible for the production of, and monitoring and reporting on the delivery of our housing and homelessness related strategies and policies - including data collection and analysis. In addition, the team are responsible for driving and delivering a number of key actions within our strategy action plans. In addition, the post holder will have responsibility for conducting s.202 homelessness reviews. We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team, who can demonstrate their ability to use their initiative to drive a partnership approach to achieving local outcomes. You will have excellent written and verbal skills and be able to plan and manage competing pieces of work. Knowledge and understanding of a wide range of housing and homelessness issues is required. Importantly, we are seeking someone with proven experience of delivering and an advanced understanding of homelessness law. Our values of pride, passion, people and personal responsibility are at the heart of everything we do, and they are central to the way in which we behave with colleagues, customers and partners. Please contact Julie Craik, <a href="mailto:julie.craik@salford.gov.uk" target="_blank">julie.craik@salford.gov.uk</a> - if you would like to discuss this position in more detail. Want to know more about Salford? As an authority we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and as an employer we are passionate about helping individuals to thrive in their work. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture and are proud of our professional accreditations which champion this. Find out about our city as a place to live, work &amp; grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You'll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you here! Continuous ervice commitment New employees can keep their service related benefits when moving between a whole host of public sector organisations within Greater Manchester, which include: Councils, NHS, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, Transport for Greater Manchester, as well as many others under this scheme. Find out if this applies to you here. Guaranteed Assessment Schemes We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel by way of a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Our application forms ask you to indicate if you meet any of the criteria within this scheme, and so to find out more and if you qualify please click here. Privacy Statement and Data Protection Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council's primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found at <a href="https://www.salford.gov.uk/gdpr" target="_blank">https://www.salford.gov.uk/gdpr</a> .

Principal Officer - Strategy and Homelessness Reviews

The Vacancy Fixed-Term Maternity Cover until October 2026, Full-Time (37 hours per week) We are a values-driven organisation committed to our mission of "One team, transforming lives." Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable people across Stockport every day. It also means being part of a forward-looking, thriving organisation that prides itself on being a great place to work. We have a vacancy for a Housing Support Officer to provide intensive, personalised support to customers with a wide range of needs, including those with complex challenges and facing multiple forms of exclusion. A key focus of this role will be leading support for customers affected by hoarding behaviours, helping them to declutter &amp; organise their homes and develop practical strategies to maintain a safe and manageable living environment. The successful candidate will assess risk and work effectively with in-house teams and external statutory and voluntary agencies such as Social Care and Probation Services to achieve the best outcomes for customers. We are looking for someone with experience supporting vulnerable individuals in a hands-on, practical capacity, empowering customers to sustain their tenancies, improve their mental health, and achieve positive life outcomes. The role requires passion, self-motivation, persistence, and determination to engage and support customers with complex needs, particularly those who require guidance and practical support to address hoarding behaviours. Strong IT skills are essential to effectively manage caseloads and use Microsoft packages, along with experience in accurate and clear recording of customer interventions. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are required. If you would like to informally discuss the Housing Support Officer role please contact Emma Ferguson, Housing Support Team Leader on 07966 730599 or email <a href="mailto:emma.r.ferguson@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">emma.r.ferguson@stockporthomes.org</a> The SHG "Be You" approach sums up our belief that everyone has the right to be who they are, and to be that person at work, in line with SHG's Values. We're always looking to improve diversity within our teams to enhance this culture and to be truly representative of the communities we work in. This role will be on SKylight terms and conditions. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service. We understand that if you don't meet every requirement, you may be hesitant to apply but we still want to hear from you and encourage you to submit an application detailing your experiences, achievements, and the value you can bring to our team. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact the People &amp; OD Team on <a href="mailto:humanresources@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">humanresources@stockporthomes.org</a>. Please note that we do not accept applications through third-party websites. To ensure your application is reviewed, please apply directly through our careers page. We strongly recommend an early application as we will be interviewing throughout the duration of the role being open and reserve the right to close the role early if we successfully appoint. Closing date: 1st December 2025 Interview date: 8th December 2025 About Us Welcome to Stockport Homes Group (SHG), an umbrella organisation for four, socially responsible interdependent companies within the housing sector. What makes us unique is our vision: one where entrepreneurship and commercialisation go hand in hand with social impact. We are Stockport's largest landlord, managing over 12,000 properties on behalf of Stockport Council and Private Landlords, as well as our own growing portfolio of new build homes. As builders, landlords, architects and developers we believe in collective responsibility for more affordable housing. Equally, through a commitment to a range of wrap around services we look for ways to improve people's lives: from advice and support on health and wellbeing, to employment, educational opportunities and help in the home. All our profit is reinvested within the group to maximise opportunities for those who most need our help. Companies within SHG: Stockport Homes - Stockport Homes was formed in 2005, to manage housing stock across Stockport on behalf of Stockport Council. As a limited company, we operate as an ALMO which is an 'Arm's length management organisation', so whilst the company is owned by the Council, we operate independently on day-to-day matters and in delivering services to our customers. We are committed to providing quality homes across Stockport and listening to the voice of our customers to continually improve our services. Three Sixty - Three Sixty delivers innovative, high-quality construction, maintenance and facilities management services across Stockport, Greater Manchester and Cheshire. We are trades people who operate with a friendly, community-led approach. We get the balance right between excellent customer service and service delivery. We take pride in giving back to our local communities and each year we Gift Aid our profits to SKylight to support the work they do to help Stockport and the borough thrive. Skylight - SKylight is a Charitable Community Benefit Society, established in 2018, dedicated to transforming lives in Stockport. We work closely with local communities to support people into employment, alleviate poverty and enhance digital skills. Our services help individuals live independently while fostering strong community networks, particularly for those facing disadvantages. We are proud to contribute to making Stockport a great place to live and work. Viaduct Housing Partnership - Formed in 2017, Viaduct is a development partnership between Stockport Homes Group and Stockport Council, focusing on building more affordable homes in Stockport. SHG is proud to be an award-winning organisation dedicated to transforming the lives and communities of our customers and as a public-private sector fusion, SHG is focused on future growth and excellence - looking for the best people to join the Group to be on this exciting journey. Our Benefits Personal Development Work/Life Balance Embrace Diversity Our Community Previous Next

Housing Support Officer

About the job Resident Liaison Officer Role Overview: Founded over 20 years, Lawtech have become a leading principal contractor specialising in cladding remediation. We deliver high-quality, compliant, multi-million-pound cladding repatriations &amp; regeneration contracts throughout London and the wider Southeast. Lawtech believe that communication is key in delivery of a successful project, and as such our Customer Service Team are a valuable asset to our delivery team and the company. Your key responsibilities are: <ul><li>Facilitate the smooth running of projects by building and maintaining positive relationships between the residents, sub-contractors, client representatives and the Lawtech team.</li><li>Work closely with Project and site management team to ensure quality of customer service is maintained to a high level, including resolution of issues raised.</li><li>Maintain working relationships with client representatives to reduce duplication and ensure consistency of information and approach.</li><li>Maintain Lawtech customer service processes and systems as relevant for the site and residents.</li><li>Respond to all resident issues, working closely with project and site management team to ensure resolution of issues raised to ensure prompt resolution and recommend changes, in line with Lawtech policies.</li><li>Provision of outstanding and closed Customer Service issues to the Assistant Customer Service Managers monthly.</li></ul>Role Responsibilities: <ul><li>Work closely with the Project Manager and Design &amp; Quality teams.</li><li> Set up and maintain Lawtech customer service systems, site records and local documentation and communication plans.</li><li>Draft responses and communication for residents and other parties</li><li>Mail merge letters to be sent to residents for surveys and installation dates etc, as directed by the Customer Service Manager/ Assistant Customer Service Manager</li><li>Answering of phone calls and making any necessary appointments.</li><li>Liaise with individual residents and establish individual requirements.</li><li>Arrange site surveys as required to each property within the project.</li><li>Manage surveys and work appointments with residents and comply with local key-holding and security requirements.</li><li>Maintain Lawtech's record of all issues raised and resolutions and report progress as required for weekly, fortnightly, and monthly meetings.</li><li>Work with site and project management to identify and resolve issues and make recommendations for changes where appropriate.</li><li>Observe all H&amp;S rules and ensure resolution of service issues comply with all such rules.</li><li>Escalate unresolved issues to CSM, when appropriate to do so.</li><li>Basic site administration including data entry of the in house 'probe' system for the below:</li></ul>• Delivery receipts - Once a week update deliveries on probe and ensure hard copies are sent/collected for the attention of Accounts Team • Site stock takes - Every Thursday stock takes are undertaken by the Site Manager. Information needs to be updated and sent to head office by you once a week following this stock take. • Update and close out alerts - Manage alerts on probe by reviewing every three days, chasing for response from individuals who are down to provide this. • Right to Work Checks - Checking of right to work for subcontractors including taking copies of passport or checking settlement status on the government website. • Maintain ID system for operatives - following procedure already started by Site Manager <ul><li>To perform any other administrative duties as directed by CSM.</li><li>Obtain satisfaction surveys for all residents, collating responses, and work with project staff to use feedback to improve our service</li></ul>Skills and Qualifications <ul><li>Excellent written English.</li><li>Experience with customer service, ideally resident liaison experience within construction/social housing sector.</li><li>Ability to manage resident expectations.</li><li>DBC check (standard).</li></ul><ul><li>Competent MS Excel, MS Word, Microsoft Outlook email and calendars.</li></ul><ul><li>Competent use of Project Probe and SharePoint</li></ul>

Resident Liaison Officer

A bit about the role ... We are currently looking for a proactive and empathetic Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to join our growing team at Connolly Ltd. This role will support a retrofit project based in and around the Oldham area, where we are delivering energy efficiency improvements to social housing properties. The RLO will act as the key point of contact between residents and the site team, ensuring clear communication, minimal disruption, and a positive customer experience throughout the project lifecycle. A bit about us ... Connolly is a leading construction, refurbishment, and development company with family values at our core. We don't just improve homes-we help build stronger communities and are committed to making a positive impact for residents. We operate within the Social Housing sector, delivering holistic housing services to local authorities and housing associations across West Yorkshire, the Northwest, and North Wales. What you will be responsible for... <ul><li>Acting as the main liaison between residents and the site team, ensuring timely and effective communication</li><li>Managing resident engagement before, during, and after works, including issuing notices and updates</li><li>Handling queries, concerns, and complaints with professionalism and empathy</li><li>Supporting vulnerable residents and ensuring their needs are considered throughout the works</li><li>Coordinating access arrangements and appointments to minimise disruption</li><li>Maintaining accurate records of resident interactions and project updates</li><li>Attending site meetings and contributing to progress reporting</li><li>Promoting a positive image of Connolly Ltd and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction</li><li>Supporting the delivery team in achieving programme targets and quality standards</li></ul>What we'd like from you... <ul><li>Previous experience in a Resident Liaison or customer-facing role within the Social Housing or construction sector</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to manage sensitive situations with discretion and empathy</li><li>Organised and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities</li><li>IT literate with experience in using Microsoft Office and reporting tools</li><li>Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle </li></ul>What we'll give you ... This is a fantastic opportunity to join a family-run business experiencing strong growth in the Social Housing sector, supported by a diverse and experienced leadership team. At Connolly Ltd, we believe that when you feel valued and supported, you perform at your best and enjoy your work. In this role, you'll receive a competitive rewards package including a comprehensive pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and access to ongoing training and development opportunities. Ready to join Team Connolly? If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. No applicant will be excluded on the grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, marital status, disability, age, religion, belief or sexual orientation.

A bit about the role ... We are currently looking for a proactive and empathetic Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to join our growing team at Connolly Ltd. This role is based on our active sites across Greater Manchester, where we are delivering planned works within the Social Housing sector. Our schemes consist of all aspects of internal and external refurbishments - window and door replacements, reroofing, kitchen and bathroom refurbishments etc. The RLO will act as the key point of contact between residents and the site team, ensuring clear communication, minimal disruption, and a positive customer experience throughout the project lifecycle. A bit about us ... Connolly is a leading construction, refurbishment, and development company with family values at our core. We don't just improve homes-we help build stronger communities and are committed to making a positive impact for residents. We operate within the Social Housing sector, delivering holistic housing services to local authorities and housing associations across West Yorkshire, the Northwest, and North Wales. What you will be responsible for... <ul><li>Acting as the main liaison between residents and the site team, ensuring timely and effective communication</li><li>Managing resident engagement before, during, and after works, including issuing notices and updates</li><li>Handling queries, concerns, and complaints with professionalism and empathy</li><li>Supporting vulnerable residents and ensuring their needs are considered throughout the works</li><li>Coordinating access arrangements and appointments to minimise disruption</li><li>Maintaining accurate records of resident interactions and project updates</li><li>Attending site meetings and contributing to progress reporting</li><li>Promoting a positive image of Connolly Ltd and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction</li><li>Supporting the delivery team in achieving programme targets and quality standards</li></ul>What we'd like from you... <ul><li>Previous experience in a Resident Liaison or customer-facing role within the Social Housing or construction sector</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to manage sensitive situations with discretion and empathy</li><li>Organised and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities</li><li>IT literate with experience in using Microsoft Office and reporting tools</li><li>Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle </li></ul>What we'll give you ... This is a fantastic opportunity to join a family-run business experiencing strong growth in the Social Housing sector, supported by a diverse and experienced leadership team. At Connolly Ltd, we believe that when you feel valued and supported, you perform at your best and enjoy your work. In this role, you'll receive a competitive rewards package including a comprehensive pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and access to ongoing training and development opportunities. Ready to join Team Connolly? If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. No applicant will be excluded on the grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, marital status, disability, age, religion, belief or sexual orientation.

Location Manchester Hybrid Working The Division The firm's national Housing Management team carries out a full range of work for its housing association, local authority and co-operative clients from across the voluntary, public and private sectors. The Role and Responsibilties We have an exciting opportunity for a Housing Management Associate to join our team. The role will involve responsibility for your own caseload, with some support available from Paralegals as well as working closely with the Partners and other Lawyers. For those of you who have an interest in growing business from existing clients as well as targeting and attracting new clients there could also be an opportunity to develop this. Skills and Experience The successful candidate will be someone who can work closely with clients, provide first class practical advice and who is technically proficient in housing management work. Prior experience in running a high quality litigation caseload, anti-social behaviour, residential possession claims, civil injunctions and housing disrepair will be highly regarded. Capsticks is an inclusive employer At Capsticks we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone is able to be themselves and reach their full potential. Capsticks is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and therefore we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, background, culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, neurodiversity, religion and beliefs. We will make reasonable adjustments to our application and interview process to ensure that you have the best chance of success. We understand that there's not a "one size fits all" approach to adjustments so our team will work with you individually to understand more about your requirements.

Associate - Housing Management

Company Description United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face. Our company is split into two business areas: Utility Infrastructure - Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK's largest network owners and operators. Social Infrastructure - Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance. Job Description As a vital member of our team, you will make a genuine difference to the lives of the people we work with, and can seize the opportunity to develop your career in property services. As an experienced Resident Liaison Officer you will be a visible point of contact for customers, engaging through newsletters, meetings, visits and open days. This will cover our work in the North West. You will ensure residents are aware of the works processes and communicate updates / changes accordingly. In addition you will coordinate handover of keys to site teams and provide a high standard of customer aftercare, ensuring works are completed satisfactorily and managing expectations between residents, the client and our operations teams. This role will require travel as you will be covering a large geographical spread between Oldham and Burnley. hence you must have your own vehicle and valid driving license. Qualifications With the confidence to manage sometimes difficult situations, as Resident Liaison Officer you will be a naturally excellent communicator who can work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders. We are ideally looking for somebody who has worked for a Contractor or in a client-side resident liaison / community engagement role, preferably within planned / reactive maintenance or asset management. You will be resilient under pressure and understand the need for discretion and respect in a public facing role. Additional Information What We Offer: If you are a Resident Liaison Officer seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment, we're offering: <ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company's growth</li><li>Immediate interview for qualified candidates</li></ul>Join us at United Infrastructure today and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK. Please note that United Living has rebranded to United Infrastructure. Our LinkedIn landing page will still display as "United Living," but when you click "Apply," it will redirect to "United Infrastructure.

Are You a Different Kind of Support Worker? If so, then this post could definitely be for you! Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been 'our colleagues'. Our Team: Halton Supported Housing Network is a group of 19 houses across Runcorn and Widnes, providing accommodation and support for adults with learning and physical disabilities in the community. We are putting people first and focusing on what people with a disability can do as oppose to what they cannot; supporting people in such a diverse way is one of the main reasons why Halton Supported Housing Network has won national awards. We believe that people with a disability should be the drivers in their lives not the passengers; therefore, person centered support workers need to support and engage people to take the lead in living in their own homes. The service has multiple vacancies for committed individuals to act in the capacity of Support Worker, promoting people with disabilities to engage in all aspects of their daily living and linking into meaningful opportunities within their local community. Hours: various hours available ranging from 6 hours to 37 hours per week, so whatever your situation we feel we could have the right position for you, to enable you to enjoy a positive work/life balance. Your Contributions: • Supporting individuals to live independently in their community • Administer, record and store medication according to HBC medication policy • Ensure all persons are safeguarded and are always supported according to their individual support plans . • Complete all relevant documentation clear and concisely • Be open , honest and transparent at all times The ability to drive and be flexible at all times is desirable. The role will include working alongside people who at times can display behavior that can be challenging. Ideally, but not essential you will have NVQ qualifications in Adult Social Care and experience in working with Physical disabilities and being able to undertake personal care is also essential. This is a lone working post, and you should therefore be comfortable working on this basis. This is a challenging but extremely rewarding role which, working on a Rota basis, may include work at weekends, bank holidays and some sleep-in duties. Additional enhancements for unsociable hours worked are payable. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: • A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service • Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions • 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme • Investment in your personal development • Free Car Parking at HBC sites • Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Emma Berrington on 0151 5116965. <a href="mailto:Emma.berrington@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emma.berrington@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 17th November 2025. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application! Salary range <ul><li>£24,796 - £25,185 per year</li></ul>

Support Worker - Halton Supported Housing Network

Job Introduction Are You a Different Kind of Support Worker? If so, then this post could definitely be for you! Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been 'our colleagues'. Our Team: Halton Supported Housing Network is a group of 19 houses across Runcorn and Widnes, providing accommodation and support for adults with learning and physical disabilities in the community. We are putting people first and focusing on what people with a disability can do as oppose to what they cannot; supporting people in such a diverse way is one of the main reasons why Halton Supported Housing Network has won national awards. We believe that people with a disability should be the drivers in their lives not the passengers; therefore, person centered support workers need to support and engage people to take the lead in living in their own homes. The service has multiple vacancies for committed individuals to act in the capacity of Support Worker, promoting people with disabilities to engage in all aspects of their daily living and linking into meaningful opportunities within their local community. Hours: various hours available ranging from 6 hours to 37 hours per week, so whatever your situation we feel we could have the right position for you, to enable you to enjoy a positive work/life balance. Your Contributions: • Supporting individuals to live independently in their community • Administer, record and store medication according to HBC medication policy • Ensure all persons are safeguarded and are always supported according to their individual support plans . • Complete all relevant documentation clear and concisely • Be open , honest and transparent at all times The ability to drive and be flexible at all times is desirable. The role will include working alongside people who at times can display behavior that can be challenging. Ideally, but not essential you will have NVQ qualifications in Adult Social Care and experience in working with Physical disabilities and being able to undertake personal care is also essential. This is a lone working post, and you should therefore be comfortable working on this basis. This is a challenging but extremely rewarding role which, working on a Rota basis, may include work at weekends, bank holidays and some sleep-in duties. Additional enhancements for unsociable hours worked are payable. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: • A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service • Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions • 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme • Investment in your personal development • Free Car Parking at HBC sites • Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Emma Berrington on 0151 5116965. <a href="mailto:Emma.berrington@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emma.berrington@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 17th November 2025. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!

The Vacancy Permanent, Part Time (18.5 hours per week) We are a values driven organisation committed to achieving our mission of 'One team, transforming lives'. Working for us means you can make a difference to the lives of vulnerable people in Stockport every day. It's also means you get to be part of a thriving and forward-looking organisation that prides itself on being a great place to work. We have a vacancy for an Independent Living Officer, supporting the Occupational Therapist with their role with a lead on medical assessments for rehousing and the adapted rehousing register. You will be providing a service to customers with wide ranging needs, including some with complex needs and facing multiple exclusion. All customers require intensive, personalised support to help them move forward with their lives and to sustain their tenancies with us. Assessing risk and working effectively with in-house teams and external statutory and voluntary agencies (such as Social Care) for the benefit of customers is key to success in this role. We are looking for someone whose previous experience of working with vulnerable individuals in a supportive capacity will support decision making around a persons assessed housing need. Passion, self-motivation, persistence &amp; determination are skills required from the successful candidate to engage &amp; support customers with a range of complex needs. Candidates will have robust IT skills in order to effectively manage the waiting lists as well as utilise Microsoft packages. Previous experience of clear &amp; accurate recording of customer interventions is also required. A driving licence &amp; access to a vehicle is necessary for this role. If you would like to informally discuss the Independent Living Officer role, please contact Nicole Jackson Occupational Therapist email <a href="mailto:Nicole.jackson@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">Nicole.jackson@stockporthomes.org</a>. The SHG "Be You" approach sums up our belief that everyone has the right to be who they are, and to be that person at work, in line with SHG's Values. We're always looking to improve diversity within our teams to enhance this culture and to be truly representative of the communities we work in. This role will be on Stockport Homes terms and conditions. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service. We understand that if you don't meet every requirement, you may be hesitant to apply but we still want to hear from you and encourage you to submit an application detailing your experiences, achievements, and the value you can bring to our team. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact the People &amp; OD Team on <a href="mailto:humanresources@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">humanresources@stockporthomes.org</a>. Please note that we do not accept applications through third-party websites. To ensure your application is reviewed, please apply directly through our careers page. This role has been reopened; Please note, previous applicants need not reapply. Please note: We encourage you to apply early! We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis throughout the campaign so we may close the advert sooner if we find the right candidate. About Us Welcome to Stockport Homes Group (SHG), an umbrella organisation for four, socially responsible interdependent companies within the housing sector. What makes us unique is our vision: one where entrepreneurship and commercialisation go hand in hand with social impact. We are Stockport's largest landlord, managing over 12,000 properties on behalf of Stockport Council and Private Landlords, as well as our own growing portfolio of new build homes. As builders, landlords, architects and developers we believe in collective responsibility for more affordable housing. Equally, through a commitment to a range of wrap around services we look for ways to improve people's lives: from advice and support on health and wellbeing, to employment, educational opportunities and help in the home. All our profit is reinvested within the group to maximise opportunities for those who most need our help. Companies within SHG: Stockport Homes - Stockport Homes was formed in 2005, to manage housing stock across Stockport on behalf of Stockport Council. As a limited company, we operate as an ALMO which is an 'Arm's length management organisation', so whilst the company is owned by the Council, we operate independently on day-to-day matters and in delivering services to our customers. We are committed to providing quality homes across Stockport and listening to the voice of our customers to continually improve our services. Three Sixty - Three Sixty delivers innovative, high-quality construction, maintenance and facilities management services across Stockport, Greater Manchester and Cheshire. We are trades people who operate with a friendly, community-led approach. We get the balance right between excellent customer service and service delivery. We take pride in giving back to our local communities and each year we Gift Aid our profits to SKylight to support the work they do to help Stockport and the borough thrive. Skylight - SKylight is a Charitable Community Benefit Society, established in 2018, dedicated to transforming lives in Stockport. We work closely with local communities to support people into employment, alleviate poverty and enhance digital skills. Our services help individuals live independently while fostering strong community networks, particularly for those facing disadvantages. We are proud to contribute to making Stockport a great place to live and work. Viaduct Housing Partnership - Formed in 2017, Viaduct is a development partnership between Stockport Homes Group and Stockport Council, focusing on building more affordable homes in Stockport. SHG is proud to be an award-winning organisation dedicated to transforming the lives and communities of our customers and as a public-private sector fusion, SHG is focused on future growth and excellence - looking for the best people to join the Group to be on this exciting journey. 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The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are looking for a House Manager to join our team at Butterworth Grange in Bamford. Exclusively designed for the over 60s, our stunning development of one and two bedroom retirement apartments is located on Norden Road in the picturesque town of Bamford Hours: 25 hours per week Monday to Friday. We can be flexible around school hours. Salary: £17,908.61 Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li></ul><ul> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li></ul><ul> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li></ul><ul> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li></ul><ul> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li></ul><ul> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li></ul><ul> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li></ul><ul> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li></ul><ul> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li></ul><ul> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li></ul><ul> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li></ul><ul> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li></ul><ul> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li></ul><ul> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li></ul><ul> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>As part of Your McCarthy Stone, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

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An exciting opportunity has become available to work within the Housing Standards team in the Strategic Housing service, to regulate housing conditions so everyone can have a safe home. The position is for 1.0 FTE (37 hours) per week, Monday to Friday. About you Housing Standards Officers play a critical role in ensuring rented housing across Cheshire East meets a safe living standard. The role is to educate, engage and encourage landlords to provide safe housing, and take enforcement action where it is needed to deal with breaches in legislation. For more information on this role please view the attached job description specification document. To be successful in this role, you will bring your construction / housing enforcement knowledge and your negotiation and interpersonal skills to effectively manage all stakeholders in the enforcement process, including tenants, private landlords, registered providers of social housing, other accommodation providers, Fire Service, Police, and other Council departments. The role will provide the opportunity to work on a diverse range of cases both in the office and on site in people's homes. You will need good organisational, report writing and IT skills and attention to detail. You will work as part of a team of 6 Housing Standards Officers, 2 Assistant Housing Standards Officers, a Duty Assistant and a Team Leader, as well as colleagues in the wider Housing service who deliver adaptations, domestic retrofit, hoarding support, affordable housing and housing options. The team works on a hybrid basis; predominantly working from home but also working in our Crewe office at least one day per week. The Council will provide the appropriate IT equipment to enable this. You will be asked to provide a satisfactory basic DBS check as part of the pre-employment checks. The successful candidate will have: <ul> <li>Construction knowledge and ability to analyse structural and technical reports</li> <li>Knowledge of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System and housing legislation</li> <li>Attention to detail and excellent record keeping skills</li> <li>Negotiation and interpersonal skills to converse at ease with residents, landlords and other professionals</li> </ul>To find out more about the essential and desirable criteria for the role please view the attached job description specification document. For an information discussion about the role, please contact Colin Wyatt on (01270) 685691 <a href="mailto:colin.wyatt@cheshireeast.gov.uk" target="_blank">colin.wyatt@cheshireeast.gov.uk</a> In return we are able to offer: <ul> <li>Enhanced annual leave - 34 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) from day 1, increasing up to 39 days after only 5 years' service;</li> <li>White goods salary sacrifice scheme - home and electronic items available for purchase via a salary sacrifice scheme, allowing you to spread the cost of big-ticket purchases like appliances, computers, and tech gadgets by deducting payments directly from your salary;</li> <li>Salary sacrifice green car scheme - a cost-effective, hassle-free way to lease a brand-new car via salary sacrifice. The Scheme offers you a brand-new car of UNCLASSIFIED your choice on a three-year lease. There are no credit checks or deposits, and the scheme provides access to exclusive offers;</li> <li>Enhanced public pension - a career average pension (contributions built at a rate of 1/49th of your yearly pensionable pay;</li> <li>Flexible working pattern - 37-hour standard full time working week with flexi time and hybrid/remote working arrangements;</li> <li>Purchase of annual leave - the ability to purchase up to 10 days' extra annual leave each year in addition to your normal annual leave entitlements (this is pro-rata for part time staff);</li> <li>Cycle to work scheme - receive up Income Tax and National Insurance savings of up to 25-39% off the retail price of the bike and safety equipment package (savings dependent on the value of your chosen package and your tax status;</li> <li>Employee assistance programme - a completely free to use and confidential assistance service for all employees to help staff manage, reduce and overcome the impact of life issues which they may experience from time to time, both within work and their personal life;</li> <li>Discounted gym membership - access to corporate membership prices for Everybody Leisure which includes;</li> <ul> <li>Gym, Swim and Group Fitness at all 16 facilities</li> <li>Off-Peak Racket Sports</li> <li>Athletics Tracks</li> <li>Sauna/Steam/Spa</li> </ul> </ul>To find out more about our rewards and benefits package, please click here . Cheshire East is an amazing place to live and work. As one of the largest employers in the borough, we are able to offer you a wide range of challenging and rewarding career opportunities. At Cheshire East Council we are working for a brighter future - together and our commitment to you is that our workplace culture will provide a shared purpose, a well-led organisation with valued people succeeding together as one team and one council to deliver the best service for our customers and communities. If you want to be part of our award-winning council and contribute to our ongoing success, have the flexibility and drive to enable us to innovate, are committed to working as part of a team and striving to deliver exceptional service wherever you can, we would especially like to hear from you. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our local communities so that we can all work for a brighter future - together. Please ensure you check the email account (including junk/spam boxes) from which you apply regularly as we will use this to contact you regarding your application. Applicants should ensure that they complete all sections of the application form as failure to do so may result in their application being rejected. Cheshire East Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults across the Borough. As such, any cautions, convictions, reprimands or final warnings that are 'not protected' as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) order 1975 (as amended in 2013) relating to the non-disclosure of spent convictions do not apply to this job. You must therefore, disclose whether you have any previous convictions where prompted to do so within the application process. If you require further information regarding the above role please get in contact with us at <a href="mailto:colin.wyatt@cheshireeast.gov.uk" target="_blank">colin.wyatt@cheshireeast.gov.uk</a> If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date then it is likely that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion, however, please do not be discouraged from applying again. For any technical enquiries please email <a href="mailto:sourcingteam@ecwip.co.uk" target="_blank">sourcingteam@ecwip.co.uk</a> Please quote job reference number in all correspondence.

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