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Housing &amp; Support Officer - Guildford Have you got the passion and resilience to support and empower Transform clients to develop their independence and daily living skills? In this role you will work as part of a team and support clients on a day-to-day basis to empower them to resolve their problems to reach positive outcomes. This will be achieved by assisting and encouraging clients to meet their personalised support plans and to access support and related services from local community organisations. You will also carry out housing management activities such as rent collection, risk assessments, tenancy management, reporting maintenance issues, and health and safety checks. If you have relevant experience of working with vulnerable people or have transferable skills, we would like to hear from you. Every day is different in this varied and fulfilling role. Salary - £26,750 pa + on call allowances + benefits Location - Guildford Full time - 37 hours per week About you You will be reflecting Transform's values in everything you do, as part of our team you will act as a keyworker to named clients, and support clients to achieve their goals and live as independently as possible, whilst ensuring they are safe and able to manage risks appropriately. A little more about your core tasks as a Housing &amp; Support Officer: <ul><li>Ability to develop non-judgmental professional relationships with clients </li><li>The ability to manage your own time, delivering outcomes, meeting deadlines</li><li>Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook and the Internet) </li></ul>Tick most of the boxes but not all? The best candidate rarely does. So, if you are excited by the role and can do most of what we are looking for, go ahead and apply; you could be exactly who we need. For an informal discussion about the role please email <a href="mailto:lmartin@transformhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">lmartin@transformhousing.org.uk</a> to arrange a call to discuss the post further or apply directly. About Transform Housing &amp; Support We believe that everyone should be able to live independent and fulfilling lives. We provide housing and support for many socially excluded and vulnerable people across Surrey, in parts of Berkshire, West Sussex and the London Borough of Sutton. We're a place where people make a difference to clients' lives, feel valued and are supported. We have a strong sense of social responsibility and our values - respect, empowerment, responsibility and excellence - guide everything we do. Why work at Transform Transform is a place where all colleagues are valued. We want to make sure colleagues have the flexibility they need to balance their personal lives and do well at work. We focus on outcomes and are open to different ways of working including flexible hours where possible depending on the needs of the service and department. Our benefits are great too and include: <ul><li>28 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) </li><li>An additional 1 day (pro rata) per annum wellbeing day </li><li>A defined contribution pension scheme </li><li>Training and development opportunities </li><li>Interest-free staff loans </li><li>Flexible working options </li><li>The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days annual leave per holiday year </li><li>Life assurance cover </li></ul>Other things you need to know At Transform we celebrate diversity and know that it is critical for our success. We work hard to make sure we're inclusive, so we want to hear from anyone who is great at what they do and who shares our values. If you need any adjustments during the application or selection process so you can do your best, just let us know. We will be happy to help. We review CVs as we receive them and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match, so apply as soon as you can to avoid missing out.

Housing and Support Officer

Job Description About the Role Would you like to become part of our Estates team as an Estate Assistant and support us in delivering an excellent service to our residents? This is a valuable opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player. We are pleased to offer a new position for an Estate Assistant to join our dedicated Estates team, serving the Basingstoke area on a part-time, permanent basis. The role involves working 17.5 hours per week, over two and a half days, between Monday and Friday. In this role, you will provide high-quality grounds maintenance, gardening, and cleaning services across a varied portfolio of sites. Your responsibilities will include caring for lawns, shrubs, and plants, removing refuse, and maintaining internal communal areas in accordance with agreed standards, specifications, and timelines. As the representative of Guinness on site, you will foster positive relationships with customers, contractors, and colleagues. You will ensure access is maintained, report repairs, fly tipping, graffiti, and raise any safeguarding concerns. What We Are Looking For We are a customer-first organisation, and we believe that the manner in which we work is equally important as the outcomes we deliver. We are seeking an individual who brings both practical experience in estate maintenance and a proactive, service-oriented approach. You will be expected to demonstrate: <ul> <li>Proven experience in grounds maintenance across a range of sites and garden types</li> <li>Strong understanding of lawn, shrub, and plant care</li> <li>A history of delivering excellent customer service</li> <li>Physical capability to carry out tasks safely and effectively</li> <li>Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team</li> <li>Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, including COSHH and PPE</li> <li>A full UK driving licence</li></ul>Desirable Qualifications Although not essential, the following qualifications would be advantageous: <ul> <li>NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or equivalent (RHS, City &amp; Guilds, HND)</li> <li>PA1 and PA6 NPTC Certificates</li></ul>To apply, please review the Role Profile and submit your application along with a CV in either Word or PDF format. INDTGP TJTGP REEDTGP About Us The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for nearly 160,000 residents nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our residents, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Estate Assistant

The Vacancy FULL TIME - 37hrs Shift work - Early, Mid and Late This is an exciting role that supports people who find themselves homeless and in need of temporary accommodation. The ideal candidate will have experience in accessing the welfare system and maximising income, will have experience or knowledge of supporting people with co-occurring needs and can evidence this. A knowledge of safeguarding and raising safeguarding referrals is preferential. West Berkshire Homeless Service provides support to adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across two locations, each are tailored to meet the needs of the clients. Our aim is to provide person-centred support to our clients, empowering them to gain the life skills they require to move on to more independent living. If you love working with people and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the lives of those you support, then this is the role for you! JOB PURPOSE To lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that supports them in keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments</li> <li>To manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis </li> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation or achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li> <li>To engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li> <li>To lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To support clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li> <li>To maintain confidentiality</li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner</li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role</li> <li>This role may require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role may require you to work flexibly across several sites </li> <li>This role may require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role may require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role may require you to lone work</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Effective team working </li> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience of managing a caseload of clients </li> <li>Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery</li> <li>Understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Two Saints is committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment. We carry out pre--employment checks such as DBS checks, Overseas police checks (where appropriate), reference checks, and CV gap querying for all new staff members. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

Homeless Recovery Worker

Salary circa £25, 539 per annum plus flexible benefits of up to £1,840 per annum Woking (Hybrid) Closing on 01/12/2025 at 23:59 Enhanced DBS Check Permanent | Flexible Hours/Full Time 37 hours per week. Are you passionate about empowering individuals to live independently within Extra Care housing? Do you thrive in a customer-focused environment where collaboration and compassion are the core of everything you do? We're looking for a proactive, empathetic, and dedicated Independent Support Officer to join our Living Well Team. As an Independent Support Officer, you'll play a vital role in the day-to-day running of our Extra Care scheme, supporting residents to live independently and confidently in their own homes. You'll be a welcoming presence for day center guests and be a reliable point of contact for tenants, helping to create a warm, inclusive, and well-organised environment. Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Providing responsive support to residents, helping with queries and signposting to relevant services and partners.</li><li>Managing practical tasks such as taking payments, booking transport, making appointments, and handling deliveries.</li><li>Carrying out essential administrative duties, including answering phones and handsets, maintaining records, and assisting with general office operations.</li><li>Supporting the smooth running of communal areas including the café, lounge, dining room, and associated activities.</li><li>Serving daily lunches and organising special events</li><li>Creating a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors and ensuring the building remains a safe and friendly space</li><li>Support the service of daily lunches and help coordinate special events and activities.</li><li>Take responsibility for building health and safety, including fire safety procedures and reporting maintenance issues.</li><li>Ensure case notes are consistently accurate and up to date using internal systems, while also supporting a range of housing management responsibilities.</li></ul>The Council offers in return a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits. DBS Check Woking Borough Council takes a robust approach to thoroughly checking anyone who has applied to work with vulnerable groups including children. As this job involves contact with vulnerable groups, successful applicants will be required to obtain a Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Assistance will be given by the Council and further details can be found in the job pack. English Language Requirement The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post. An assessment may be required. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact the Human Resources team. Work Based Qualification - use of levy funds Upon successful completion of the probationary period, you will work towards achieving a job specific work-based qualification as part of your ongoing learning and development. (Please include details of qualification, if known) Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Statement Surrey is included in the Local Government Reorganisation plans, with new unitary councils expected to be established by April 2027. Woking Borough Council remains committed to delivering high-quality services to residents throughout this period of change. While we understand that applicants may feel uncertain about joining us during this transition, it is anticipated that most employees will transfer to the new unitary councils. This reorganisation may also present new career development opportunities across the region. UK Visa Sponsorship We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK. AI Use in Applications We understand that some applicants may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with preparing their applications. All submitted information-whether supported by AI or not-must accurately reflect the applicant's own skills, experience, and qualifications. Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process. Who to contact for informal discussion: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Hannah Andrews, Independent Living Team Leader on 01483749325 or email <a href="mailto:Hannah.andrews@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">Hannah.andrews@woking.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Monday 1 December 2025 @ 23.59 Interview Dates: 8 - 9 December 2025 How to apply Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Please apply online via the link provided.

Independent Living support Officer

Scheme Manager Location: High Wycombe Salary: £33,054 per annum Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week Make a Real Difference Every Day Are you passionate about empowering people with learning disabilities to live independently? At Grove Gardens, you'll lead a dedicated team in a vibrant, inclusive supported living service that's home to 14 adults. Together, we create a safe, welcoming environment where individuals thrive through community engagement, personal development, and meaningful support. About Grove Gardens Grove Gardens is a warm and inclusive supported living scheme comprising six one-bedroom flats and eight studio apartments. The people we support enjoy access to day services and community-based activities that promote independence, wellbeing, and connection. What You'll Be Doing As Scheme Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping the lives of the people we support and leading a committed team. Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Leading and motivating Support Workers and Waking Night Workers to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.</li><li>Collaborating with social workers and external agencies to support individual outcomes.</li><li>Managing staff rotas, annual leave, and sickness cover to ensure consistent service delivery.</li><li>Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and induction of new team members.</li><li>Providing occasional weekend cover as part of the management rota.</li></ul>What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: <ul><li>A confident and compassionate leader with experience in social care or supported living.</li><li>Skilled in team management and operational coordination.</li><li>Proficient in IT and comfortable using digital systems.</li><li>A holder of a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.</li><li>Committed to empowering people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives.</li></ul>Why Join Us? We value our team and offer a generous benefits package, including: <ul><li>33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), rising to 35 with service.</li><li>£33,054 salary for a 37.5 hour week.</li><li>Annual performance bonus and monthly attendance bonus.</li><li>Annual salary and cost of living review.</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance (3x annual salary).</li><li>Ongoing professional development and support.</li><li>Commitment to staff wellbeing through the Five Ways to Wellbeing.</li></ul>Apply Today If you share our values and want to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you. We shortlist and interview on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Hightown is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will require a satisfactory DBS disclosure and relevant recruitment checks. We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Scheme Manager

12 Months Maternity Cover Secondment for internal staff available We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Flexible working arrangements: We support hybrid working and believe that flexible arrangements help our employees thrive. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle. The team primarily works from home, with some time required in our Reading office and undertaking meetings in the Reading area. About the role As the Homelessness Partnerships Officer, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and enhancing services for single homeless households. Your responsibilities will include:<ul> <li>Service coordination: Support the delivery of Homelessness Support Services, including chairing the Access Panel and facilitating all its relevant functions and administration, to ensure services are responsive, effective, and aligned with local housing priorities. This includes managing all referrals and decisions on priorities for vacancies that arise.</li> <li>Casework and advocacy: Provide casework support and act as a single point of contact for internal and external partner services, working closely with case holding Homelessness Prevention Officers to effect positive supported housing referrals and outcomes for those approaching Homelessness Prevention Services.</li> <li>Partnership liaison and oversight: Ensure housing needs are represented in multi-agency forums such as MAPPA, MARAC, and Integrated Offender Management panels. Provide oversight and coordination rather than direct casework support.</li> <li>Emergency protocols: Support with the effective operation of the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP), reviewing annually with stakeholders to align with national best practice.</li> <li>Service development: Support service reviews and improvement planning for all Access Panel functions and the development of effective case management systems and referral mechanisms for supported housing referrals.</li> <li>Commissioning and procurement: Contribute to the development of service specifications, support the assessment of contract bids/tenders.</li> <li>Stakeholder engagement: Support collaboration with internal teams and external partners - such as voluntary sector organisations, registered social landlords, and commissioned services - by contributing to the development of joint protocols and helping improve service outcomes.</li> <li>Data analysis and reporting: Support with the analysis of trends and performance data to inform service delivery and assist in preparing reports with insights and recommendations.</li> <li>Strategic input: Contribute to the Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and Action Plan.</li> <li>Quality assurance: Assist in monitoring service quality by carrying out client file checks, gathering feedback through service user consultations, and supporting unannounced provider visits.</li> </ul>What we're looking for<ul> <li>Experience in housing, homelessness services, or commissioned services.</li> <li>Strong project management and partnership working skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities.</li> <li>Ability to assess and manage complex cases, partners, and influence service delivery.</li> <li>Knowledge of housing legislation, homelessness, and rough sleeping issues.</li> </ul>You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do. Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li> <li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li> <li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li> <li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li> <li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li> <li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li> <li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax.</li> </ul>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact <a href="mailto:Verena.Hutcheson@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Verena.Hutcheson@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: 23rd November 2025 Interview Date: 16th and 18th December 2025 Expected start date: Mid-March 2026 Interview Process: To be confirmed.

Homelessness Partnerships Officer

Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are 'Be open, be compassionate and be bold' and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator 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. Where: This role is based at HMP The Portland, but some work will be required at HMP The Verne Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Full Time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 Contract Type: Permanent *Please note: 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>Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey </li></ul><ul><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral </li></ul><ul><li>Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community </li></ul><ul><li>Promoting carer, service user and community involvement </li></ul><ul><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services </li></ul><ul><li>Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination </li></ul><ul><li>Research, design and prepare subject matter and materials for groups / pods. </li></ul><ul><li>Deliver structured content within group settings to service users at various stages of recovery </li></ul><ul><li>Engage with debriefing and evaluations with co-facilitators after groups/pods have taken place, reviewing progress and identifying concerns with service users </li></ul><ul><li>Tailor specific workshops around the needs of the service users, such as: anger management, sleep disorders, relationships, etc </li></ul>About you: <ul><li>Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working with groups/pods and managing group dynamics, such as conflict or challenging behaviour. </li></ul><ul><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills </li></ul><ul><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills </li></ul><ul><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice </li></ul><ul><li>Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users </li></ul><ul><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards </li></ul><ul><li>Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others </li></ul>What we will give to you: <ul><li>25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years' service "Capped at 30 days" </li></ul><ul><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme </li></ul><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme </li></ul><ul><li>Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. </li></ul><ul><li>A friendly and supportive team </li></ul><ul><li>Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities </li></ul><ul><li>Generous 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 you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. 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 Interview Date 9/12/2025 Closing Date 1/11/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Haydn Evans | <a href="mailto:haydn.evans@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">haydn.evans@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

12 Months Maternity Cover Secondment for internal staff available We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Flexible working arrangements: We support hybrid working and believe that flexible arrangements help our employees thrive. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle. The team primarily works from home, with some time required in our Reading office and undertaking meetings in the Reading area. About the role As the Homelessness Partnerships Officer, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and enhancing services for single homeless households. Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Service coordination: Support the delivery of Homelessness Support Services, including chairing the Access Panel and facilitating all its relevant functions and administration, to ensure services are responsive, effective, and aligned with local housing priorities. This includes managing all referrals and decisions on priorities for vacancies that arise.</li><li>Casework and advocacy: Provide casework support and act as a single point of contact for internal and external partner services, working closely with case holding Homelessness Prevention Officers to effect positive supported housing referrals and outcomes for those approaching Homelessness Prevention Services.</li><li>Partnership liaison and oversight: Ensure housing needs are represented in multi-agency forums such as MAPPA, MARAC, and Integrated Offender Management panels. Provide oversight and coordination rather than direct casework support.</li><li>Emergency protocols: Support with the effective operation of the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP), reviewing annually with stakeholders to align with national best practice.</li><li>Service development: Support service reviews and improvement planning for all Access Panel functions and the development of effective case management systems and referral mechanisms for supported housing referrals.</li><li>Commissioning and procurement: Contribute to the development of service specifications, support the assessment of contract bids/tenders.</li><li>Stakeholder engagement: Support collaboration with internal teams and external partners - such as voluntary sector organisations, registered social landlords, and commissioned services - by contributing to the development of joint protocols and helping improve service outcomes.</li><li>Data analysis and reporting: Support with the analysis of trends and performance data to inform service delivery and assist in preparing reports with insights and recommendations.</li><li>Strategic input: Contribute to the Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and Action Plan.</li><li>Quality assurance: Assist in monitoring service quality by carrying out client file checks, gathering feedback through service user consultations, and supporting unannounced provider visits.</li></ul>What we're looking for <ul><li>Experience in housing, homelessness services, or commissioned services.</li><li>Strong project management and partnership working skills.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities.</li><li>Ability to assess and manage complex cases, partners, and influence service delivery.</li><li>Knowledge of housing legislation, homelessness, and rough sleeping issues.</li></ul>You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do. Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: <ul><li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li><li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li><li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li><li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li><li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li><li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax.</li></ul>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact <a href="mailto:Verena.Hutcheson@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Verena.Hutcheson@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: 23rd November 2025 Interview Date: 16th and 18th December 2025 Expected start date: Mid-March 2026 Interview Process: To be confirmed. Salary range <ul><li>£39,152 - £44,075 per year</li></ul>

Supported Housing Officer Full-time 37 hours per week Salary ranges from (£25,373.00 - £27,880.00) per annum full time 7% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays ABOUT LAUNCHPAD Based in central Reading, Launchpad provides vital information and support for vulnerable individuals, couples and families in Reading who do not have a stable place to live or are at risk of losing their home. Founded as a soup kitchen in 1979 by students at the University of Reading, the charity now provides a holistic service that works in three ways - we prevent homelessness, provide homes and rebuild lives. THE ROLE Launchpad provides supported housing for six to twelve months. During this time your client works through a personalized support plan so you will need an innovative and dynamic approach to support and a passion for positive outcomes. As a Supported Housing Officer you will work with clients with complex needs with a view to assisting them to gain independent living skills that enable them to sustain a tenancy and move forward with their lives. You will manage a case load of clients taking a person-centred approach, supporting them to work towards independence, whilst you also work collaboratively with partner agencies to reach positive outcomes. You will also provide resettlement support for your case load when clients move on into independent living. We are looking for a candidate who is: <ul><li>Professional, approachable, confident and empathetic whilst maintaining appropriate boundaries</li><li> Able to manage own caseload of clients and produce support plans and risk assessments</li><li>Resilient to deal with challenging people and maintain motivation levels</li><li>Experienced in working with vulnerable people</li><li>Experience in support and housing (desirable)</li><li>Knowledgeable about basic IT software (Word, Excel and Outlook)</li></ul>The closing date for applications is Wednesday 19th November 2025. Interviews will take place throughout this period, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment! Whilst appointments will always be made on the merits of the application and performance in the selection process, Launchpad is committed to achieving greater diversity, inclusion and equity in our workforce - and actively encourages and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, beliefs or disability. If you require any adjustments to the application, recruitment or selection procedure, please contact our HR team.

Supported Housing Officer

Equans is looking for an experienced Resident Liaison Officer to join our team in Slough on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting residents and clients across social housing and regeneration projects, ensuring a smooth and positive customer experience throughout the delivery of improvement and maintenance works. As a Resident Liaison Officer, you'll act as the main point of contact between residents, our site team, and project managers - helping to minimise disruption, manage expectations, and maintain strong relationships within the local community. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, keeping them informed of planned works, schedules, and progress.</li> <li>Work closely with site managers and supervisors to ensure residents' needs are understood and met.</li> <li>Arrange access appointments, distribute notices, and assist in resolving any issues or complaints efficiently and professionally.</li> <li>Attend and support resident meetings, open days, and community engagement events.</li> <li>Keep accurate records of resident interactions, access arrangements, and any special requirements.</li> <li>Ensure residents' homes are treated with care and respect during all works.</li> <li>Promote Equans' commitment to excellent customer service and community partnership.</li> </ul> Who You Are <ul> <li>Previous experience in a Resident Liaison Officer, Customer Service, or Housing Support role (ideally within social housing, regeneration, or construction environments).</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust quickly.</li> <li>Organised and proactive, able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.</li> <li>Empathetic and patient, with a professional and approachable manner.</li> <li>Confident working independently and as part of a wider site/project team.</li> <li>Strong IT and administrative skills for managing resident data and communications.</li> </ul> What We Offer <ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li> <li>25 days annual leave + bank holidays</li> <li>Pension scheme and life assurance</li> <li>Employee benefits platform with discounts and wellbeing support</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression within Equans</li> </ul> Who We Are At Equans, we deliver essential services across energy, regeneration, and facilities management, supporting communities as they transition to a sustainable future. Our people are at the heart of what we do - and our Resident Liaison Officers play a crucial part in helping us deliver high-quality, resident-focused service on every project. FILTERS Filtrer vos resultats Clear Countries Cities Regions Réinitialiser Appliquer Place: Workplace : Slough United Kingdom

Resident Liaison Officer

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust are recruiting for a Weekend Housing Support Assistant based at Hughenden Gardens Retirment Village. This is an opportunity for a Housing Support Assistant to join our friendly team and support Extracare's commitment in delivering ExtraCare's mission of "better lives for older people". If you have either a background in housing or experience in providing information, advice, guidance,and support to vulnerable people as well as effective administrative skills we want to hear from you! Role Details <ul> <li>Role: Weekend Housing Support Assistant </li> <li>Hours: 15 hours per week, Saturday and Sunday</li> <li>Salary: £14.36 per hour (£11,231pa pro rata £28,077 FTE)</li> <li>Location: Hughenden Gardens, High Wycombe, HP13 5GA</li></ul>ExtraCare does not participate in the current "UK Visa Sponsorship" scheme, and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship. What will you do as our Weekend Housing Support Assistant? <ul> <li>Show potential residents around the Village/apartments.</li> <li>Help to settle in residents to their new home.</li> <li>Respond to tenancy or lease issues that may arise.</li> <li>Ensure that residents' wellbeing is monitored daily.</li> <li>Ensure that residents thrive within a retirement setting.</li> <li>Carry out regular resident visits and be involved in community meetings.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with other teams to ensure resident needs are met.</li></ul>Our ideal Weekend Housing Support Assistant will be: - <ul> <li>Previous experience of working in ideally a housing related or support services providing advice &amp; guidance and excellent customer service.</li> <li>Engaging, positive personality</li> <li>Empathetic, friendly, and able to build relationships with residents who will have varying needs.</li> <li>Solution focussed with a creative outlook to resolve issues.</li> <li>Able to work under pressure calmly and prioritise your work.</li></ul>Benefits include: - <ul> <li>33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time</li> <li>Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity allowance</li> <li>Enhanced employer pension contribution</li> <li>Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts</li> <li>Attendance Reward</li> <li>Free Life Insurance</li> <li>Buy And Sell Holiday</li> <li>Cycle2work Scheme</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program</li> <li>Free Use of Onsite Gym</li></ul>ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community. Do not miss out! Click 'apply' now to make a difference to the lives of older people as our Weekend Housing Support Assistant. Thispost will be subject to two satisfactory references, medical clearance and Home Office right to work clearance. <ul> <li>Closing Date: Ongoing until filled</li> <li>Interview Dates: Ongoing until filled</li></ul>ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all including making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process. ExtraCare reserve the right to close this job advertisement early.

Weekend Housing Support Assistant

Housing &amp; Support Officer Have you got the passion and resilience to support and empower Transform clients to develop their independence and daily living skills? Housing management activities form part of this role, along with supporting clients daily, to empower them to resolve their problems to reach positive outcomes. If you have relevant experience of working with vulnerable people or have transferable skills, we would like to hear from you. If you'd like to work for us but have no previous experience? That's fine, as training will be provided. Salary - £26,750 per annum plus benefits (pro rata for part time) Location - Wokingham Full time - 37 hrs per week It is essential that you have a full valid driving licence and use of your own car for business purposes. Successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. About you You will be reflecting Transform's values in everything you do, as part of our team you will act as a keyworker to named clients, and support clients to achieve their goals and live as independently as possible, whilst ensuring they are safe and able to manage risks appropriately. A little more about your core tasks as a Housing &amp; Support Officer: <ul><li>Ability to develop non-judgmental professional relationships with clients </li><li>The ability to manage your own time, delivering outcomes, meeting deadlines</li><li>Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook and the Internet) </li></ul>Tick most of the boxes but not all? The best candidate rarely does. So, if you are excited by the role and can do most of what we are looking for, go ahead and apply; you could be exactly who we need. For an informal discussion about the role please email <a href="mailto:cpower@transformhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">cpower@transformhousing.org.uk</a> to arrange a call to discuss the post further or apply directly. About Transform Housing &amp; Support We believe that everyone should be able to live independent and fulfilling lives. We provide housing and support for many socially excluded and vulnerable people across Surrey, parts of Berkshire, West Sussex and the London Borough of Sutton. Why work at Transform Transform is a place where all colleagues are valued. We want to make sure colleagues have the flexibility they need to balance their personal lives and do well at work. We focus on outcomes and are open to different ways of working including flexible hours where possible. Our benefits are great too and include: <ul><li>28 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) </li><li>An additional 1 day (pro rata) per annum wellbeing day </li><li>A defined contribution pension scheme </li><li>Training and development opportunities </li><li>Interest-free staff loans </li><li>Flexible working options </li><li>The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days annual leave per holiday year </li><li>Life assurance cover </li></ul>Other things you need to know At Transform we celebrate diversity and know that it is critical for our success. We work hard to make sure we're inclusive, so we want to hear from anyone who is great at what they do and who shares our values. If you need any adjustments during the application or selection process so you can do your best, just let us know. We will be happy to help. We review CVs as we receive them and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match, so apply as soon as you can to avoid missing out.

Housing & Support Officer

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 recruiting a permanent House Manager to join the team at our Oaktree Court development based in Addlestone, Surrey. This position is offered on a 6 month fixed term contract. Hours: 25 hours per week - Monday to Friday, shift pattern to be agreed with the hiring manager. Hourly rate: £14.46 per hour Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>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. 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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