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Job summary Are you a Senior Social Worker with experience working with rough sleepers or the homeless? We are seeking a dedicated and creative Senior Social Worker to join our team, focused on providing assertive outreach and tailored support to individuals facing homelessness. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Manage a smaller, targeted caseload to offer more responsive support to individuals with complex needs.</li> <li>Conduct outreach shifts to build relationships with clients, encouraging engagement with assessments and support.</li> <li>Work in-reach within homelessness support services (Pods, Nova, Salvation Army, Launchpad, YMCA) to engage clients and build partnerships, while also upskilling staff.</li> <li>Co-locate with rough sleeping outreach services and commissioned homelessness support teams to assess and offer tailored support to clients who struggle with traditional service models.</li> <li>Explore innovative ways to assess and offer ASC support, focusing on sustaining tenancies and avoiding unnecessary reliance on ASC alternatives.</li> <li>Ensure that assessments are not closed prematurely and help clients move away from complex lifestyles by implementing appropriate ASC interventions.</li></ul>Main duties of the job About the Role: This Senior Social Worker roles involves working to support individuals with complex needs, including those who are rough sleeping or residing in homelessness support services. You will be part of the Advice and Wellbeing Hub team but working in partnership with the Homelessness Teams. This role plays a crucial part in breaking the cycle of rough sleeping, where individuals are placed in 24/7 supported accommodation (such as the Pods or Salvation Army) only to be evicted due to unmanaged behaviours like hoarding, poor personal care, aggression, or mental health issues. By providing the right interventions, non-statutory commissioned services are able to manage these behaviours and support individuals in making progress towards a positive move-on, helping them sustain housing and work towards long-term stability.You will need to be based within commuting distance of Reading due to the nature of the role, which involves regular outreach, in-reach, and collaboration with local homelessness support services and housing providers. The role involves you undertaking work using the Conversation Counts model, working on prevention and early support. Using your social work expertise, you will conduct Care Act assessments, safeguarding investigations, risk assessments and Mental Capacity assessments, as well as facilitate best interest meetings. About us Our offerA competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: <ul> <li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li> <li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li> <li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li> <li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme (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> <li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement.</li></ul>If you would like to find out more about this role please contact Caroline Marsh - Team Manager on 0118 937 3672, <a href="mailto:caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing date: Applications will be reviewed upon submissionInterview date: TBA Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for a Social Worker to find out more about the duties required. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for a Social Worker to find out more about the duties required. Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>Please see the attached job description and person specification for a Social Worker to find out more about the duties required.</li> </ul>Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>Please see the attached job description and person specification for a Social Worker to find out more about the duties required.</li> </ul>Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Reading Borough Council Address Civic Offices Bridge Street Reading Berkshire RG1 2LU Employer's website

Senior Social Worker - Advice and Wellbeing Hub (Homelessness)

From the day we opened our doors in 1971, MRI Software has built flexible, game-changing real estate software solutions to improve people's lives. The only way to carry out that mission is to hire the absolute best employees on earth. People like you. Work hard, play hard. Always. Our relentless commitment to client success, our employee resource groups and our promise to empower our teams to reach their full potential are a few examples of what makes MRI Software special. And we're insanely dedicated to creating a work environment that you look forward to every single day. That's why we invest heavily in our employee engagement, so you enjoy the tech industry's best perks. Together with the whole Pride, (lion roar for "family") employees, customers, and partners, we're on a mission to break new ground and lead the real estate industry into a digital-first future. We understand the need to provide a flexible working environment partnered with team collaboration and socialisation. Therefore, we operate a hybrid working model with 3 days of working from home per week. This role is based in the UK office (London, Birmingham or Sleaford). The mission for the Pre-Sales Consultant/Sales Engineer is to persuade prospects and clients that MRI solutions will meet their business requirements. The Sales Engineering team at MRI are product experts who support Account Executives and Managers as a strategic resource in deal cycles to help secure and grow Annual Recurring Revenue. Position Overview: The Sales Engineer will collaborate closely with the EMEA Sales Team to deliver presentations, offer application support, and fulfill the technical requirements necessary for expanding existing relationships and acquiring new clients. This role focuses on providing sales demonstration support tailored to EMEA-specific business needs, contributing to sales strategy, demonstrating technical presentation proficiency, and showcasing product expertise. Sales Engineers also collaborate and work closely with other teams such as Marketing, Product Management and Professional Services, in support of successful customer implementations, product decisions and innovation, and the achievement of company growth goals. The ideal candidate excels in presentations, thrives under pressure, meets deadlines proactively, and contributes effectively to a demanding, collaborative team environment. This position is pivotal in driving software license and long-term application support revenue for MRI Software, particularly for the MRI Social Housing suite of solutions. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Act as a technical resource for the MRI sales team from qualification to successful close of the sale.</li><li>Be responsible for providing presales technical / functional support to assigned deals, prospective clients, and existing customers. </li><li>Deliver customer-centric value-based presentations and solution demonstrations.</li><li>Learn the MRI solution set - initially the Social Housing set but working towards a full understanding of all relevant MRI and partner solutions.</li><li>Develop the capability to demonstrate the value of MRI solutions to prospects and clients at a high level within 45 business days.</li><li>Add value to the team through optimization or improvement of our team discussions or content in your area of expertise.</li><li>Develop, design, validate, and assist in positioning MRI software capabilities to include advanced product concepts and 3rd party complimentary interfaces.</li><li>Able to deliver proof of concept that can be used to establish viability, address technical issues, demonstrate alignment with discovered client needs, and advance the sales process.</li><li>Evoke prospect and client confidence while positioning MRI offerings and architecture in the best possible light.</li><li>Present both the functional capabilities and business value of MRI software applications including demonstrating deep familiarity with MRI direction, product roadmap and industry presence.</li><li>Respond effectively to Tenders alongside the Sales and Bid teams.</li><li>Contribute directly to attaining or exceeding quarterly and annual objectives assigned by management.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Strong presentation, written and verbal skills. Ability to demonstrate MRI solutions in their best light to clients and prospects.</li><li>Ability to "think on your feet" responding to client / prospect requests and questions during demonstrations.</li><li>Clear and articulate presentation of value proposition and benefits of the solution to the client / prospect at multiple levels within the organisation (end-user, project sponsor, and C-suite executives).</li><li>Assist with multiple opportunities at any given time and demonstrate flexibility to respond to changing priorities.</li><li>Demonstrate MRI solutions in line with client / prospect business processes to show why our solutions are the best fit for the organisation. </li><li>Thorough understanding of systems, application design and integration methods.</li><li>Ability to engage with and influence C-level decision-makers effectively.</li><li>Demonstrated problem-solving skills for improving business processes and resolving complex technical issues.</li><li>Willingness to work independently with minimal direction as part of a team to address technical and business challenges.</li><li>Ability to travel as required, with some travel potentially being international and occasionally on short notice.</li></ul>We're obsessed with making this the best job you've ever had! We want our teams to love working here, so we've created some incredible perks for you to enjoy: <ul><li>We want our teams to love working here, so we've created some incredible perks for you to enjoy: </li><li>Join our employee-led groups to maximise your experience at work such as our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee, employee resource groups such as Women and Allies, and our Pride Event Group. </li><li>Enjoy peace of mind over yours and your family's health with our Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan. </li><li>Invest in our competitive Personal Pension plan and help set you up for your future. </li><li>Big on family? So are we! We understand family is important and being able to spend quality time with your family as it grows is a wonderful experience. Our Parental Leave Program is designed to give you the opportunity to spend even more time with your new arrival(s). </li><li>Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, in addition to a bank of 15 hours of "Flex Time Off" to be used whenever and however you choose!</li><li>Income Protection Plans give you the peace of mind you deserve. </li><li>Further your professional development and growth with our generous Tuition Reimbursement Schemes. </li><li>Enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere in the world for two weeks out of the year! </li></ul>MRI continues to strive to amaze as a global industry leader in real estate software. Whether you are joining as a new pride member or bringing your expertise back, your talent is important to maintaining MRI's high client experience standard and continuing our growth in the PropTech space. Amazing growth takes amazing employees. Are you up to the challenge? We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you! As a global company, we believe diversity brings benefits for our people, customers and clients. This is why MRI Software is committed to being an inclusive employer, regardless of your ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military and veteran status. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion are values that are critical to our success; come and see for yourself.

Sales Engineer (Social Housing)

There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We've got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you. Community Safety Officers Posts: 1x Fixed Term until 30/9/26 (possibility of extension) 2x Fixed Term until 31/3/26 (possibility of extension) We are looking for Community Safety Officers to join Wirral Council's busy 24-hour/365-day Emergency Control Centre (ECC) as part of the Council's commitment to community and public safety. The ECC operates a state-of-the-art enterprise grade 24/7-365 day CCTV control room, integrated into Merseyside Police and linked via Airwave radio. The officers will proactively monitor the Council's expanding network of public realm and premises CCTV cameras, respond to Emergency Help Point activations, respond to fire and intruder alarm activations in Council buildings, monitor lone workers, provide call handling for the Council's emergency duty social care teams outside of office hours and act as single point of out-of-hours contact for the Council for public safety matters and activation of the Council's Emergency Plans. Officers will also deploy to public safety incidents; proactively and reactively attend anti-social behaviour and crime locations, including deployment of a CCTV van; audit Public Rescue Equipment and water safety signage and provide a security presence at Council meetings. Officers have an engagement role supporting local communities as a visible presence providing reassurance, advice and guidance. Officers will work closely with internal colleagues and external partners including Merseyside Police, Merseyside Fire &amp; Rescue Service and HM Coastguard. Officers are required to be both Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licenced for Public Space Surveillance (CCTV operation) and Security Guarding/Door Supervisor. Training will be provided if applicants do not have this and is an essential part of the role. A current driving licence is essential. The posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Enhanced level and Non-Police Personnel Level 2 (NPPV2F) clearance. The current shift pattern is downloadable; officers are required to work the full rota which includes day, afternoon/evening and night shifts. For an informal discussion about the role or any queries, please contact Billy Heggie (Team Leader - Emergency Control Centre, Community Safety) via email at <a href="mailto:williamheggie@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">williamheggie@wirral.gov.uk</a> . Shortlisting will take place on 6&amp;7 May 2025 and interviews will take place on 19 May (&amp; w/c 26 May 2025 if further interview slots required). This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruit…</a> If you're already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we're committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a> If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest's employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349. Working at Wirral You'll also want to know what it's like to work here so, as a start: Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We've all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave. We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We're serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You'll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people. We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays. We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities. Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us. We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you'd like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible, please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a> Please note that in accordance with the Council's policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies. It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances. Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration. Forms received via the post will not be processed. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page. The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now. We do not accept applications or CV's from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role. How to apply Please apply online by clicking the link below

Community Safety Officer

The Vacancy FULL TIME - 37hrs Portsmouth Young People Services provides supported accommodation for up to 83 young people between the age of 16 and 25, including care leavers and looked after children. The service operates across three locations, each is tailored to the needs of the clients and offer various levels of support. Our aim is to support to young people with their individual needs to enable then to gain life skills to move on to lower or independent supported living. This is a fast paced, energetic service. If you're looking for an exciting role, where you'll be making a 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 REQUIRMENTS <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 will require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role will require you to work flexibly across several sites </li> <li>This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role will require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role will 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. 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

Localities Housing Manager Permanent Grade 5 - £41,511 - £49,764 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.50 hours per week Birmingham City Council Housing Directorate is a Social landlord committed to providing high-quality housing services to our tenants in our neighbourhoods. We are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents through the provision of excellent housing services in our neighbourhoods. City Housing has just launched its new Housing Management structure that will see us developing even better relationships with our tenants by focusing on People, Place and Partnerships. We are seeking experienced and dynamic Housing Managers to join our team, to help drive and support the implementation of new ways of working across our stock profile of approximately 60000 homes. We're looking for a dynamic leader to manage a team dedicated to Tenancy Management, Antisocial Behaviour Investigation, and Enforcement. This is a crucial role where you'll guide your team through an exciting service redesign, ensuring smooth transitions and effective operations. As a key player, you'll directly and indirectly manage staff in accordance with BCC HR Policies and Procedures. Reporting to a Senior Service Manager, you'll be part of a collaborative team committed to excellence. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead and Inspire: Manage and motivate your team to deliver excellent services.</li> <li>Navigate Change: Support your team through the ongoing service redesign.</li> <li>Effective Time Management: Juggle conflicting priorities and enquiries with ease.</li> <li>Problem Solving: Resolve issues swiftly and efficiently.</li> </ul>In this role you will be accountable for ensuring that services meet our legal and regulatory responsibilities, achieve key performance indicators, drive continuous improvement, and ensure effective collaboration across the organisation and externally with partners to achieve our aims and objectives. You will need to have <ul><li>Knowledge of Statutory and Regulatory requirements, relevant to housing management.</li> <li>A proven track record of delivering value for money, delivering cost reductions whilst improving service delivery.</li> <li>Proven leadership skills that get the best out of colleagues.</li> <li>Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively.</li> <li>Strong influencing, advocacy and negotiation skills.</li> <li>Self-awareness, empathy, respect and integrity.</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities</li> </ul>If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. For any informal enquires please contact: <a href="mailto:rachel.fulwell@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.fulwell@birmingham.gov.uk</a> Please upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact: <a href="mailto:Natalie.p.smith@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Natalie.p.smith@birmingham.gov.uk</a> We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with , before any employment offer can be confirmed. We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration.

Housing Manager

About The Role Working Hours: 35 Hours per week Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Additional Payments: Casual Car User Closing Date: 30 April 2025 Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face) This role is subject to - Qualification - You will have a Building Safety and/or Fire Safety related qualification (e.g. C08 Fire Risk Management in Residential Properties) or demonstrable skills, knowledge and experience within the building safety or building management environment. Casual Car Documentation- The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use. This role will work within the Assets and Repairs team in Housing Services, responsible for overseeing the building safety function for our council homes. This role is vital in developing the Manchester City Council's HRA building safety service, working in partnership with the political and senior executive, partners, contractors, and residents. Please see the attached Role Profile for further information. About the Candidate You will be suitably qualified with knowledge and experience of leading high-quality Building Safety services in a multi-site complex environment. You will have a proven track record of achieving and sustaining Building Safety compliance in the post Grenfell era, possessing excellent knowledge and proven record of application of current statutory, regulatory, and best practice building safety requirements. You will have experience of producing Building Safety Cases and Building Safety Casereports and maintaining the Property Digital Record, as well as an understanding of working with in-house direct labour organisations. This role will be required to be on standby as part of the Housing Services out of hours rota, currently for one week in every quarter. What you can expect from us... As a local government employee, not only will you be making a real positive difference to people's lives you will also receive a fantastic range of benefits and flexible working opportunities. See below for further details of the benefits we offer. <ul> <li>A 35-hour working week</li> <li>Up to 30 days paid leave plus bank holidays</li> <li>The ability to purchase up to an additional 10 days leave</li> <li>Flexitime scheme which permits accrued hours to be taken as additional "flexi-leave" days</li> <li>A pragmatic approach to home-working</li> <li>Up to 3 days paid volunteering leave for rewarding work opportunities within the community</li> <li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions into a defined benefit pension. The scheme includes life cover and the option to build additional voluntary contributions via salary sacrifice arrangements</li> <li>Enhanced family leave options</li> <li>Career development and support through our Learning Hub and our fantastic 'm people' redeployment and career development offer</li> <li>A host of health and well-being benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts, free flu jabs, eye tests and a Cycle to Work Scheme</li> <li>A diverse and inclusive culture where targeted action is in place to make sure our team mirrors the diversity of our community</li> <li>A working culture aligned to Our Manchester Behaviours; We take time to listen and understand, We work together and trust each other, We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly, We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things, We're proud and passionate about Manchester</li> <li>Access to a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+.</li></ul>We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. 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 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></ul>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. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.</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

Building Safety Manager

Creative Support are currently looking for a caring individual to take on our Relief Housing Support Worker role in Fleetwood, Blackpool, providing the highest standards of care to individuals with mental health/complex needs. This opportunity is perfect for someone who is interested in an exciting career in mental health. We are looking for someone who is approachable and warm and able to connect with the individuals we support. Support Worker Duties: <ul> <li>Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users,</li> <li>Carrying out general administrative duties,</li> <li>Providing emotional support to service users,</li> <li>Medication oversight,</li> <li>Supporting with daily living tasks, including budgeting and tenancy maintenance,</li> <li>Communicating and building strong relationships with service users' family, support network and involved professionals.</li> </ul>Experience of providing care and support to individuals with mental health needs is essential for this role. The benefits of joining Creative Support as a Relief/Bank staff member is the flexibility to pick shifts to suit you and work in services that are local to you. Vacancy Reference Number: 82446 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. Application Instructions: In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above. You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to <a href="mailto:recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk</a> to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying. If you require any advice on completing your application form, please call us on 0161 236 0829. Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS

Relief Housing Support Worker

Principal - Homelessness &amp; Temporary Accommodation 2 year Fixed Term Contract The rising number of families and individuals being placed in Temporary Accommodation is a national crisis. We need somebody to help us to tackle this crisis in Greater Manchester. We're serious about fixing the housing crisis in Greater Manchester and addressing the substantial human and financial costs that come with rising placements into Temporary Accommodation. As part of the work of the Housing First Unit, we've developed the first ever Greater Manchester Temporary Accommodation Action Plan and we need someone to help turn this strategy into reality. That's where you come in. Your Role: As a member of the Greater Manchester Housing First Unit, you will play a critical role in delivering the GM Temporary Accommodation Action Plan by working with our Local Authorities to deliver on its 6 priorities: <ul><li>Improving our Data: Working with research colleagues to better understand Temporary Accommodation usage, spend and demographics.</li></ul><ul><li>Enhancing strategic Collaboration: Working with our Local Authorities to ensure our efforts to address temporary accommodation use have collective impact.</li></ul><ul><li>Developing and delivering New Supply models for temporary housing: working with Local Authorities and GMCA colleagues to develop new supply models that provide good value for money.</li></ul>You will oversee the project management of new supply programmes: ensuring both new and existing schemes deliver housing for people experiencing homelessness on time and on budget. <ul><li>Working to drive up Temporary Accommodation Standards: Working with GMCA Place colleagues and our Local Authorities to drive up housing standards through initiatives like the Good Landlord Charter.</li></ul><ul><li>Embedding Co-production in our work: ensuring that the voices and experiences of families who have been in temporary accommodation inform the projects emerging from the Action Plan.</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding and supporting the statutory homelessness Workforce: considering the extreme pressures faced by Local Authority housing options teams and ways in which we can support them.</li></ul>You will be our policy lead for temporary and emergency accommodation: driving forward our long-term vision for homelessness prevention in Greater Manchester. This is a meaningful role; you will be directly playing a part in a whole-system effort to reduce and prevent homelessness, working closely with local and national partners to tackle the worst effects of the housing crisis. The role is also incredibly collaborative; you will be a key contact for Local Authorities, national government partners and other stakeholders in Greater Manchester, as part GMCA's Housing First Unit. About You: The fact that the complexity of this work is appealing to you means that you're a systems thinker who is comfortable working within a complex environment with multiple private, public and third sector partners and you'll be keen to put your strong interpersonal and communication skills to the test. You will have a strong understanding of homelessness legislation and the work of Local Authorities in preventing homelessness and providing temporary and interim accommodation. You will thrive on the variety of managing multiple, complex programmes and projects and be excited by complex work that has an immediate social impact. You will have a good understanding of the housing sector and the role of private, social and other landlords in tackling homelessness. Whatever your circumstances, we're looking for someone with the core skills to hit the ground running, but we recognise that we will need to invest in the right candidate. You will be able to learn from and lean on the advice and expertise from across a wide range of experts from across the Housing First Unit and our Local Authorities. Taking this into account, we're really looking for someone who is: <ul><li>A leader: Able to drive forward an ambitious programme of work, whilst bringing people along on the journey.</li></ul><ul><li>Confident: Able to be assertive in achieving the aims of your projects and confident presenting to a wide range of audiences.</li></ul><ul><li>Organised and focused: the ability to stay on top of several complex projects with different timescales.</li></ul><ul><li>Personable: to make projects a success, you will need to secure the buy-in of a broad range of partners.</li></ul><ul><li>Resilient and persevering: success in this work is often hard-fought and definitely a marathon, not a sprint.</li></ul><ul><li>Passionate about tackling homelessness, poverty, inequality and disadvantage: enthusiasm and drive for social change, through reforming public services and working with communities.</li></ul>About us: As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub. We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. To find out more about working for us please click here: <a href="https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/</a> Our offer: In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here: Greater Manchester Combined Authority - Home | greater.jobs Mandatory Information: Artificial Intelligence (AI) We embrace AI to enhance our operations and to innovate our services. However, we value human talent and are looking for passionate individuals to join our organisation. Please ensure you personally complete your application and read all the instructions carefully to maximise your chances of success. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting, however we understand that AI may be used as a reasonable adjustment, if using AI to support your application, please give a brief explanation why to help ensure fair selection process. Privacy Notice (Click here) Employees on the redeployment register will be given priority for any vacancies in the first instance. If employees are identified as a match from the register then the vacancy may be withdrawn or put on hold pending an outcome. For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (<a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor. Hybrid working This role is part of GMCA's hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to 'Build Back Fairer' in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at our [Manchester city centre office / Fire and Rescue service HQ in Swinton / other location] with remote working, typically from home; the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: 'Do what is right for you and the business on that day'. If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work.

Principal - Homelessness & Temporary Accommodation

Housing Advisor Islington Up to £32,700 Permanent Hyde is looking to recruit a Housing Advisor. Hyde is a leading provider of affordable homes, dedicated to helping people access safe and high-quality housing. With a strong focus on community impact, we work to create sustainable, thriving neighbourhoods while supporting our customers to build better futures. As a Housing Advisor at Hyde, you will be working within the PFI Housing Management team to provide a proactive, effective and customer-focused service to residents, resolving enquiries and supporting housing management processes. Responsibilities • Act as the first point of contact for all customer enquiries across a broad range of housing services via phone, emails and in person at reception. • Manage tenancy change processes including mutual exchanges, successions, assignments and unauthorised occupation • Respond to partner-generated enquiries. • Maintain accurate records and manage the flow of customer enquiries via Housing Management systems Skills and Experience Required • Strong customer service skills, with the ability to resolve issues effectively at first point of contact • Good knowledge of housing management processes and tenancy changes • Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications and housing management systems • Experience administering casework, preparing referrals and managing debt-related enquiries • Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners to provide a seamless service • Well-organised with a keen eye for detail and excellent record-keeping skills Benefits • A fantastic pension • Life assurance • Great holidays • An award-winning flexible benefits package • Volunteering days At Hyde, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where inclusivity is embedded in our ways of working, not just a standalone initiative. We believe that the best ideas and solutions arise from a rich mix of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Our commitment is to create a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels valued, respected, and proud to bring their authentic selves to work. Hyde is a disability confident employer and we are here to support you with any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this advert as soon as a suitable candidate has been identified.

Housing Advisor

Accommodation Assistant Location: Swanage Bay View, Dorset Hours of work: Variable Hours - Seasonal Contract Salary: £12.21 per hour- Paid weekly! What we need in a nutshell We want you to make our guest accommodation so clean that when guests open their door for the first time, we can hear them say "Wow!" Who are we? Experience the beauty of the Jurassic Coast at Swanage Bay View Holiday Park. Find the shimmering sea right on your doorstep, where you can paddle along the shoreline or watch the day disappear from your deckchair. We are a dynamic and growing company, shaking up the Great British holiday. At our amazing UK resorts we pull out all the stops and add the bells and whistles to give our guests the holiday of a lifetime. Find out more about our holiday experience on our website: <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk" target="_blank">http://www.awayresorts.co.uk</a>. What you'll be doing You'll be preparing guest accommodation to our high standards - and then a little higher. This includes: <ul><li>changing beds </li><li>vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bedrooms and living spaces </li><li>cleaning and restocking bathrooms and kitchens </li></ul>One more thing...holidays happen at holiday times so you'll need to work your magic on bank holidays and weekends too. Skills, experience and qualities you'll need We aim to deliver delight to our guests and to do this, you will need to: <ul><li>Be comfortable working to deadlines as part of a busy team </li><li>Care about the smallest detail and demonstrate the highest of standards </li><li>Have a friendly and helpful attitude </li></ul>It's the icing on the cake if you have experience, but don't worry if you don't, we provide lots of training. We have a can-do, people-centred ethos at Away Resorts and we look for certain qualities in our team members. Have a read about it and see if you fit the bill. What we can offer you This is a flexible role that we can help you fit into your life and it can also lead to other roles and career progression if you want it to. We look after you with a great range of benefits, including: <ul><li>Uniform provided</li><li>Discounts on Away Resorts Holidays </li><li>On Park Discounts </li><li>Awards and Recognition </li></ul>Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts, check us out at <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers</a>. Our promise to you Holiday Heroes come with all sorts of different super-powers, and we welcome them all! After all, wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? We embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. We love that everyone comes from different backgrounds, allowing us to grow and inspire each other. We'll never accept any form of discrimination and we'll forever strive not just for our product to be unique but our people too. In short, we want to bring your whole self to work! Good Luck!

Accommodation Assistant

Accommodation Assistant Accommodation Assistant Location: Whitecliff Bay, Isle of Wight Hours: Variable -Up to 24 hours per week Salary: £12.21 per hour What we need in a nutshell We want you to make our guest accommodation so clean that it sparkles. So clean that when guests open the door for the first time, we can hear them say "Wow!" Who are we? We're not your average holiday company. Our guests come to our UK resorts to experience a world away from the day-to-day and our job is to surprise and delight them at every turn. Want to find out more about our holidays? Check out our website: <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk" target="_blank">http://www.awayresorts.co.uk</a>. Skills, experience and qualities you'll need We need you to deliver delight by cleaning and preparing guest accommodation to our high, high standards - and then a little bit higher! This includes: <ul><li>changing beds</li><li>vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bedrooms and living spaces</li><li>cleaning and restocking bathrooms and kitchens</li></ul>And who knows what else you may find yourself doing. If you're happy to help even when it's 'not your job,' you're our sort of person. One more thing...holidays happen at holiday times, so you will need to work your magic on bank holidays too. If you can demonstrate the following, we'd love to hear from you: <ul><li>Knowing what clean means - which includes attention to detail and getting a genuine thrill from a job well-done</li><li>A friendly and helpful attitude - delightful when you meet guests and good at communicating within your team</li><li>Great at working under pressure</li></ul>It's the icing on the cake if you have experience in a housekeeping role in the hospitality sector. It's about your values too. We have a can-do, fun loving, people centred ethos here at Away Resorts, which is captured by our holiday heroes' mantra of Attentive Amazing Lovers - have a read about it here and decide if it describes you. Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts, check us out at <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers</a>. Good Luck! #INDHP

Vacancy Name Recovery Coordinator Vacancy No VN5065 Employment Type Permanent Hours Per Week 37.00 Work Pattern Monday to Friday Location HMP Holme House, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 2QU Location Region Cleveland Location City Stockton-on-Tees Location Postal Code TS18 2QU Interview Date 08 May 2025 Job Details Recovery Coordinator - Full Time, Permanent About the role... As a member of the multi disciplinary team, you will be running a variety of peer support groups as well as working with service users one-on-one in order to build their recovery capital and achieve their recovery goals. We aim to help people to build and sustain long-term recovery from addiction and encourage self-efficacy believing that everyone is an expert in themselves, they often need a helping hand on their journey. The role will be based at HMP Holme House which is an adult male prison. We are seeking a positive and motivated individuals who have the ability to navigate a fast-paced and challenging client group with a variety of complex needs. Direct substance use knowledge is not essential but preferred, and we encourage applications from those with transferrable skills and experience. You will be expected to.. <ul><li>Manage a service user caseload, devising, implementing and reviewing on-going recovery plans and treatment, liaising closely with the full range of workers and skills within the service team, including family members and significant others as appropriate.</li><li>Carry out triage/screening assessments and comprehensive assessments with service users.</li><li>Work collaboratively with partner agencies to undertake shared assessments, key working and interventions to promote individual service user progression from engagement, through structured treatment to self-sustained recovery.</li><li>Facilitate service user access to treatment and community resources to increase recovery and social capital, supporting service users and their families within their local community.</li><li>Develop and deliver quality programs and packages of work/ psychosocial interventions that meet local need across both group work and one to one formats.</li></ul>Ideally you will have: <ul><li>Experience within the Drug and Alcohol Sector </li><li>Experience delivering group interventions </li><li>Understanding of individuals impacted on the use of Ketamine.</li></ul>For full person specification and job details, please visit this link. Please be advised, if you are viewing this role on Indeed, the link to the job description will not work. Please click the 'Apply via Company Website' button to be redirected to our careers page, where you will be able to view the job description in full. The salary advertised above demonstrates the full earning potential for this role, starting salaries will allow for pay progression within the pay band. Who are we... Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have almost 200 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people. Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it'll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That's why you will notice the jobs here are still branded 'Humankind'. Next year we'll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate. Thanks for bearing with us - and don't forget to check out the Waythrough jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site <a href="https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers" target="_blank">https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers</a>. What can Waythrough offer you? 🏖 Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years' service) 📅 Annual leave purchase scheme 💰 Enhanced occupational sick pay % Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension 👪 Death in service benefit Free Will writing 👓 Eyecare vouchers 🛍 Blue light card discount 💡 Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses 🏠 Work-life balance- flexible working and family-friendly policies 🏃 Happy, Healthy You! - our wellbeing offers for our workforce 🤝 Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks Waythrough is an equal opportunities employer We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use. If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at <a href="mailto:people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk" target="_blank">people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk</a> Salary Period Vacancy Salary Range £24,020 - £30,790 DBS Requirement Enhanced Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Prison Vetting Driving licence required for role? No Applications Close Date 27 Apr 2025

Recovery Coordinator

The role Building Safety Manager £60,192 - £63,360About Us MTVH is committed to providing decent, safe and dry homes for our residents. We own and manage more than 57,000 homes across the UK and we have a large and diverse portfolio of buildings in which we are seeking to lead the way in building safety and compliance. We are investing in building information to create the most modern, accurate and safe housing portfolio in the country. The Role We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Building Safety Manager to join our existing team. We have recently appointed a new Head of Service and expanded our team to strengthen our work on building safety. You will take the lead on ensuring the buildings in your portfolio remain complaint with the Building Safety Act 2022. This is a key role that will work across the organisation to embed a strong culture of safety and regulatory excellence. On a day to day basis you will:<ul><li>Lead on the development and maintenance of the building safety case, maintain the mandatory occurrence reporting system and review all the data on your buildings.</li><li>Carefully maintain, update and evaluate safety in your buildings through the interrogation of management information trackers, dashboards, engagement with internal teams, external providers, consultants and engineers</li><li>Create and maintain excellent relationships with residents through the resident engagement strategies and ensure that residents rights are protected and their voices are strongly influential in building safety</li></ul>The Person<ul><li>You will have proven experience in delivering building safety in a residential setting, managing risk, interpreting data and implementing systems to keep residents safe</li><li>You will have a detailed knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulation and legislation</li><li>You will have relevant qualifications in building safety, fire safety, architecture, engineering or construction</li><li>You will be demonstrably attentive to detail and have excellent analytical skills and be highly literate and numerate.</li></ul> MTVH conducts an annual review of salaries for colleagues. The salary displayed does not reflect any agreements reached during our 2025 review. Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What's in it for you? Our benefits include:-<ul><li>28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year </li><li>2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities</li><li>An additional 'Beliefs day' once a year to have an extra a day off</li><li>Supported family friendly approach with extended parental leave</li><li>Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9%</li><li>Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave per year</li><li>Life assurance cover 3 x your salary</li><li>Cycle2work scheme</li><li>Hybrid Working - Dependent on job role and department</li><li>Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too</li><li>Tenancy deposit - interest free loan to help with rental deposits and season Ticket loan</li><li>Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform</li><li>Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues</li><li>Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring/coaching programmes, apprenticeships and career planning support</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme- We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation</li></ul>About us We are committed to developing and implementing or maintaining sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable practices within MTVH. Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively 'Serving people better every day' to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We are also part of the disability confident employer scheme. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other's wellbeing. We provide a platform of Network groups for employees to share views, tell us what we're doing well and recommend improvements. We want to create a real sense of community and a workforce who feel that their opinions are valued. Our Networks groups are:-<ul><li>Gender</li><li>Ethnicity</li><li>LGBTQ+</li><li>Disability</li></ul>Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

£25,089 - £27,069 per annum Permanent, 37 hours per week Solihull Do you have an understanding of homelessness, alcohol and health related issues, and experience of working with adults in an addictions, housing or social care setting? All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Aquarius as a Floating Housing Support Practitioner Right now, one of our partners, Aquarius Action Projects, is looking for a Floating Housing Support Practitioner to join their team. Solihull Integrated Addiction Service (SIAS) is a partnership between four organisations jointly responsible for the delivery of the drug, alcohol, homelessness and gambling services, in the Borough of Solihull. We offer services for adults who use or are affected by substance use, homelessness and gambling. Your challenge? As a Floating Housing Support Practitioner you will be working with clients who are vulnerably housed or homeless, working in clients' homes and various locations to support clients in addressing their substance needs, finding accommodation and being able to live independently. The service covers support for clients who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless, as well as a more structured longer term floating support service to enable clients to maintain their tenancies. You will understand the barriers clients face to accessing services, and the impact substance use has on sustaining accommodation. We are looking for an energetic and confident self-starter, you have a qualification in health/social care, youth or community work (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or above, DipSW, Mental Health Nursing, Counselling, Addiction Studies). Alternatively, we'll consider candidates with experience of working in the substance misuse and housing and homeless field with a commitment to complete NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care. As well as good knowledge of alcohol/drug and health related issues, you're used to liaising with voluntary and statutory agencies and health professionals and comfortable engaging with clients in a variety of service delivery settings. What's more, you have a flexible approach, a commitment to the principles of confidentiality and excellent record keeping and Microsoft Office. You will need to be able to work flexibly in terms of working hours to support your clients. Due to the nature of the role, a driving licence and access to a car is desirable. In return, you can expect some great benefits, including 32 days' holiday, contributory pension scheme, employee assistance programme and childcare vouchers, plus exceptional professional development and training opportunities. To review the Job Description please click here. We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a Black, Asian and those in Minority Ethnic background. This is a rolling recruitment process; shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply. When applying, please upload a CV and supporting statement which should clearly outline your skills and experience. Learning and development is important to us, and we are pleased to be able to offer a wide range of apprenticeships. We hire apprentices into specific roles as well as offering apprenticeships to the workforce. Anyone can apply to undertake an apprenticeship relevant to the role as long as they are in a permanent post and have successfully passed probation. Aquarius Action Projects is a long-established charity (since 1982) based in Birmingham with a national reach of contracts and Partnerships. Aquarius is a subsidiary of Waythrough - a large charity that specialises in mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas.

Floating Housing Support Practitioner (Solihull)

The Vacancy FULL TIME - Mon - Fri The Day Centre is the heart of the homeless community in Southampton. We provide a safe space for up to 70 adults each day, who are experiencing homelessness, to access basic facilities such as food, clothes, showers, and laundry. The service also has a dedicated health care service on-site. We also provide accommodation for up to 10 clients. Our aim is to support our clients to remain safe and maintain their mental and physical health; to ensure their immediate needs are met and to help clients find the right path for them to access support and long-term accommodation. We have a close-knit, collaborative team that supports each other and our clients. If you're looking for a fast paced, busy role, where you can make a real difference in the lives of those who 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 provide a welcoming environment for people who are currently street homeless and those facing homelessness or who are living in unstable accommodation </li> <li>To assist local authority and partners to engage with people who are isolated and who find it difficult to engage with agencies</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 maintain the daily facilities including laundry, cleaning, and gardening </li> <li>To provide practical support to clients in accommodation</li> <li>To provide one-to-one support for those in accommodation within the vicinity, including daily welfare checks, and respond to issues appropriately and efficiently </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 requires 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 will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role will 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 complex support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs 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. 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

The Vacancy FULL TIME - 37hrs Rolling rota - mixture of early starts, mid starts and late starts. Hours will include some weekends and bank holidays, with a rest day in the week to compensate working a weekend. Southampton Accommodation Services provides supported accommodation to adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across various locations in Southampton. 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. We work with a range of agencies to maximise the support and opportunities for clients. Although this can be a challenging role, it's also very rewarding. This is an exciting role, where no two days will be the same, you will take part in various tasks, such as running client activities and life skills projects. If you love working with people and want to make a difference in the lives of those you support, then please apply! 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 will require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role will require you to work flexibly across several sites</li> <li>This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role will require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role will 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. 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 Support Worker

Job Title Neighbourhood Housing Lead - South East London and Kent Contract Type Permanent Hours Full time, 35 hours per week Persona Agile 1-2 days office/patch attendance required Patch Location South East London and Kent - various locations Reporting Office West Ham Lane, Stratford, London, E15 4PH Salary £35,951 - £39,531 (depending on experience) plus £1,300 Essential Car User Allowance (if Criteria Met Closing date for completed applications 29 th April 2025 at 11pm Interviews will be held on a date to be determined. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. Role Profile - Neighbourhood Housing Lead.docx Would you like to join our revamped Housing Management Team as a Neighbourhood Housing Lead and help us to deliver an excellent service for residents? This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player. This area/patch covers: Lewisham, Bexley, Dartford, Folkestone and Hythe, Gravesham, Greenwich, Maidstone, Medway, Sevenoaks, Swale, Tonbridge and Malling. Why choose L&amp;Q? We offer a competitive annual salary and staff benefits package. • Strong family-friendly policies • Committed Learning &amp; Development • Annual leave starting from 28 days rising to 31 PLUS bank holidays • Excellent Pension Scheme - double contribution up to 6% • Generous non-contributory life assurance • An Employee Assistance Programme • Employee discount/benefits portal • Westfield Health Cash Plan • Great places to work certified 2024-2025 • Best Workplaces for Women As the Neighbourhood Housing Lead, you'll be responsible for the following: • Supporting the Housing Management team to deliver a reliable, repeatable, and consistent service for residents. • You will be key to improving resident satisfaction, building trust, and making sure that residents have a home that they're happy in. • You'll be the primary relationship holder with the residents living in homes on your patch. Patches are being designed to align with local authority areas and are expected to cover around 500 - 600 homes. The successful candidate should: • You should have a proven track record of building relationships with people and be able to communicate well with colleagues and residents. • You'll be able to problem solve and will pride yourself on your grit and determination. You'll have a can-do attitude and be motivated by keeping promises to residents. • You'll be willing to push boundaries and challenge the business where needed to achieve the very best outcomes for residents. • You'll have excellent time management skills along with the ability to manage a complex workload whilst adhering to important deadlines. • Stakeholder management is also key to this role and an ability to engage with a diverse customer base is essential. • Have demonstrable experience in a similar role. • Have a valid license and access to a car for work use. Our customers are the most important part of our business and as a member of the Housing Management team, it is vital that you display passion and commitment to lead and deliver an excellent service every time. This will be measured against the high standards and values that we set across the organisation and department If you are interested in this role and have the experience required, then apply without delay! We are a multi-site organisation, so some roles may require occasional travel between offices, but expenses will be covered. *ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. At the foundation of everything that we do are our corporate values and associated behaviours. Our organisational behavioural framework outlines the core expectations of all employees, which should be demonstrated at all times when representing L&amp;Q. More information about L&amp;Q's values can be found on our website and a copy of our behavioural framework can be provided on request. Our commitments: At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. This is why we are committed to developing our people. It's only by investing in a well-trained and motivated workforce that we can continue to prosper and sustain business success. In addition to our support and training, the successful candidate will have access to our full suite of benefits including 28 days holiday rising to 31 days with length of service, annual bonus subject to group performance, excellent Pension scheme, an employee assistance programme and non-contributory life assurance. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and recognise the changing demands and circumstances in life. Please let us know during the recruitment process if you're interested in part time working or job sharing. In addition, should your circumstances change once you have joined L&amp;Q, you can also request flexible working arrangements, e.g. a change to working hours - if it's feasible then we'll make it happen. We are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. We expect all of our employees to support our environmental policy and social responsibility work. We are an employer committed to environmental and social responsibility. L&amp;Q is a regulated charitable housing association and one of the UK's most successful independent social businesses. The L&amp;Q Group houses around 250,000 people in more than 97,000 homes, primarily across London and the South East. As a charitable organisation, our role goes beyond providing homes and housing services. We are a long-term partner in the neighbourhoods where we work. We hope to build aspiration, opportunity and confidence in our communities through our £250 million L&amp;Q Foundation and our skills academy. In response to the housing and affordability crisis, we will build 100,000 new homes over ten years. Of these, 60,000 homes will be built or funded by L&amp;Q, whilst a further 40,000 will come through partnerships. Crucially, at least 50% of these new homes will be genuinely affordable, with a target of 60% in London. Our vision is that everyone has a quality home they can afford, and we combine our social purpose with commercial drive to create homes and neighbourhoods everyone can be proud of. #TJ

Neighbourhood Housing Lead - South East London and Kent - 6689

Job Title Neighbourhood Housing Lead - East London and Essex Contract Type Permanent Hours Full time, 35 hours per week Persona Agile 1-2 days office/patch attendance required Patch Location East London and Essex - various locations Reporting Office West Ham Lane, Stratford, London, E15 4PH Salary £35,951 - £39,531 (depending on experience) plus £1,300 Essential Car User Allowance (if Criteria Met Closing date for completed applications 29 th April 2025 at 11pm Interviews will be held on a date to be determined. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. Role Profile - Neighbourhood Housing Lead.docx Would you like to join our revamped Housing Management Team as a Neighbourhood Housing Lead and help us to deliver an excellent service for residents? This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player. This areas/patch covers: Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, Epping Forest, Harlow, Chelmsford, Maldon, Uttlesford, Cambridgeshire. Why choose L&amp;Q? We offer a competitive annual salary and staff benefits package. • Strong family-friendly policies • Committed Learning &amp; Development • Annual leave starting from 28 days rising to 31 PLUS bank holidays • Excellent Pension Scheme - double contribution up to 6% • Generous non-contributory life assurance • An Employee Assistance Programme • Employee discount/benefits portal • Westfield Health Cash Plan • Great places to work certified 2024-2025 • Best Workplaces for Women As the Neighbourhood Housing Lead, you'll be responsible for the following: • Supporting the Housing Management team to deliver a reliable, repeatable, and consistent service for residents. • You will be key to improving resident satisfaction, building trust, and making sure that residents have a home that they're happy in. • You'll be the primary relationship holder with the residents living in homes on your patch. Patches are being designed to align with local authority areas and are expected to cover around 500 - 600 homes. The successful candidate should: • You should have a proven track record of building relationships with people and be able to communicate well with colleagues and residents. • You'll be able to problem solve and will pride yourself on your grit and determination. You'll have a can-do attitude and be motivated by keeping promises to residents. • You'll be willing to push boundaries and challenge the business where needed to achieve the very best outcomes for residents. • You'll have excellent time management skills along with the ability to manage a complex workload whilst adhering to important deadlines. • Stakeholder management is also key to this role and an ability to engage with a diverse customer base is essential. • Have demonstrable experience in a similar role. • Have a valid license and access to a car for work use. Our customers are the most important part of our business and as a member of the Housing Management team, it is vital that you display passion and commitment to lead and deliver an excellent service every time. This will be measured against the high standards and values that we set across the organisation and department If you are interested in this role and have the experience required, then apply without delay! We are a multi-site organisation, so some roles may require occasional travel between offices, but expenses will be covered. *ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. At the foundation of everything that we do are our corporate values and associated behaviours. Our organisational behavioural framework outlines the core expectations of all employees, which should be demonstrated at all times when representing L&amp;Q. More information about L&amp;Q's values can be found on our website and a copy of our behavioural framework can be provided on request. Our commitments: At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. This is why we are committed to developing our people. It's only by investing in a well-trained and motivated workforce that we can continue to prosper and sustain business success. In addition to our support and training, the successful candidate will have access to our full suite of benefits including 28 days holiday rising to 31 days with length of service, annual bonus subject to group performance, excellent Pension scheme, an employee assistance programme and non-contributory life assurance. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and recognise the changing demands and circumstances in life. Please let us know during the recruitment process if you're interested in part time working or job sharing. In addition, should your circumstances change once you have joined L&amp;Q, you can also request flexible working arrangements, e.g. a change to working hours - if it's feasible then we'll make it happen. We are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. We expect all of our employees to support our environmental policy and social responsibility work. We are an employer committed to environmental and social responsibility. L&amp;Q is a regulated charitable housing association and one of the UK's most successful independent social businesses. The L&amp;Q Group houses around 250,000 people in more than 97,000 homes, primarily across London and the South East. As a charitable organisation, our role goes beyond providing homes and housing services. We are a long-term partner in the neighbourhoods where we work. We hope to build aspiration, opportunity and confidence in our communities through our £250 million L&amp;Q Foundation and our skills academy. In response to the housing and affordability crisis, we will build 100,000 new homes over ten years. Of these, 60,000 homes will be built or funded by L&amp;Q, whilst a further 40,000 will come through partnerships. Crucially, at least 50% of these new homes will be genuinely affordable, with a target of 60% in London. Our vision is that everyone has a quality home they can afford, and we combine our social purpose with commercial drive to create homes and neighbourhoods everyone can be proud of. #TJ

Neighbourhood Housing Lead - East London and Essex - 6686

Job Title Neighbourhood Housing Lead - South West London Contract Type Permanent Hours Full time, 35 hours per week Persona Agile 1-2 days office/patch attendance required Patch Location South West London - various locations Reporting Office West Ham Lane, Stratford, London, E15 4PH or Garratt Lane, SW18 4SN Salary £35,951 - £39,531 (depending on experience) plus £1,300 Essential Car User Allowance (if Criteria Met Closing date for completed applications 29 th April 2025 at 11pm Interviews will be held on a date to be determined. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. Role Profile - Neighbourhood Housing Lead.docx Would you like to join our revamped Housing Management Team as a Neighbourhood Housing Lead and help us to deliver an excellent service for residents? This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player. This area/patch covers: Bromley, Crawley, Croydon, Elmbridge, Epsom &amp; Ewell, Exeter, Guildford, Horsham, Kingston Upon Thames, Lambeth, Lewes, Merton, Mole Valley, Reigate &amp; Banstead, Richmond Upon Thames, Runnymede, Rushmore, Southwark, Spelthorne, Surrey Heath, Sutton, Tandridge, Wandsworth, Waverley, Wealden Why choose L&amp;Q? We offer a competitive annual salary and staff benefits package. • Strong family-friendly policies • Committed Learning &amp; Development • Annual leave starting from 28 days rising to 31 PLUS bank holidays • Excellent Pension Scheme - double contribution up to 6% • Generous non-contributory life assurance • An Employee Assistance Programme • Employee discount/benefits portal • Westfield Health Cash Plan • Great places to work certified 2024-2025 • Best Workplaces for Women As the Neighbourhood Housing Lead, you'll be responsible for the following: • Supporting the Housing Management team to deliver a reliable, repeatable, and consistent service for residents. • You will be key to improving resident satisfaction, building trust, and making sure that residents have a home that they're happy in. • You'll be the primary relationship holder with the residents living in homes on your patch. Patches are being designed to align with local authority areas and are expected to cover around 500 - 600 homes. The successful candidate should: • You should have a proven track record of building relationships with people and be able to communicate well with colleagues and residents. • You'll be able to problem solve and will pride yourself on your grit and determination. You'll have a can-do attitude and be motivated by keeping promises to residents. • You'll be willing to push boundaries and challenge the business where needed to achieve the very best outcomes for residents. • You'll have excellent time management skills along with the ability to manage a complex workload whilst adhering to important deadlines. • Stakeholder management is also key to this role and an ability to engage with a diverse customer base is essential. • Have demonstrable experience in a similar role. • Have a valid license and access to a car for work use. Our customers are the most important part of our business and as a member of the Housing Management team, it is vital that you display passion and commitment to lead and deliver an excellent service every time. This will be measured against the high standards and values that we set across the organisation and department If you are interested in this role and have the experience required, then apply without delay! We are a multi-site organisation, so some roles may require occasional travel between offices, but expenses will be covered. *ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. At the foundation of everything that we do are our corporate values and associated behaviours. Our organisational behavioural framework outlines the core expectations of all employees, which should be demonstrated at all times when representing L&amp;Q. More information about L&amp;Q's values can be found on our website and a copy of our behavioural framework can be provided on request. Our commitments: At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. This is why we are committed to developing our people. It's only by investing in a well-trained and motivated workforce that we can continue to prosper and sustain business success. In addition to our support and training, the successful candidate will have access to our full suite of benefits including 28 days holiday rising to 31 days with length of service, annual bonus subject to group performance, excellent Pension scheme, an employee assistance programme and non-contributory life assurance. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and recognise the changing demands and circumstances in life. Please let us know during the recruitment process if you're interested in part time working or job sharing. In addition, should your circumstances change once you have joined L&amp;Q, you can also request flexible working arrangements, e.g. a change to working hours - if it's feasible then we'll make it happen. We are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. We expect all of our employees to support our environmental policy and social responsibility work. We are an employer committed to environmental and social responsibility. L&amp;Q is a regulated charitable housing association and one of the UK's most successful independent social businesses. The L&amp;Q Group houses around 250,000 people in more than 97,000 homes, primarily across London and the South East. As a charitable organisation, our role goes beyond providing homes and housing services. We are a long-term partner in the neighbourhoods where we work. We hope to build aspiration, opportunity and confidence in our communities through our £250 million L&amp;Q Foundation and our skills academy. In response to the housing and affordability crisis, we will build 100,000 new homes over ten years. Of these, 60,000 homes will be built or funded by L&amp;Q, whilst a further 40,000 will come through partnerships. Crucially, at least 50% of these new homes will be genuinely affordable, with a target of 60% in London. Our vision is that everyone has a quality home they can afford, and we combine our social purpose with commercial drive to create homes and neighbourhoods everyone can be proud of. #TJ

Neighbourhood Housing Lead - South West London - 6690

The job itself We have an exciting opportunity to join the Housing Services team in delivering front line services to the public, in particular advice and assistance in respect of homeless approaches, the role is based at Bridlington Town Hall. The work is challenging and varied, the post holder will be responsible for taking the lead with requests for assistance made under the provisions of the homeless persons legislation and providing housing options advise and guidance. This will include working across internal departments and with multi agencies to fully assess the circumstances of applicants. The successful applicant must have a sound knowledge of housing legislation and policy and have experience in Housing/homelessness. The successful candidate must hold a valid driving license and must have access to a vehicle as they will spend time out of the office. The role offers blended working opportunities with time based in the office, at home and out on site.

Housing Management Officer (Homelessness)

Job Description About the role We're looking for a passionate, place-based leader to take a hands-on role in managing our neighbourhoods and supporting tenants across Cornwall. As a Neighbourhood Housing Manager, you'll lead a team of Neighbourhood Housing Officers within a geographic patch, helping to deliver high-quality tenancy and neighbourhood services that are focused on sustaining tenancies, resolving housing issues, and creating safe, thriving communities. Working closely with your Regional Housing Manager and local partners, you'll be the person who connects people and services, championing tenant voices and making sure our homes and neighbourhoods reflect what matters most to residents. Whether you're responding to safety concerns, tackling anti-social behaviour, or supporting new tenants to settle in, this role is all about building relationships and working collaboratively to provide decent homes and support strong, resilient communities. Join us and help make a lasting impact in Cornwall. Our North-East area covers from central towns of Bodmin to the seaside at Bude, from Launceston and over to picturesque Padstow, Camelford and Wadebridge. Our West area covers homes from Truro and picturesque Falmouth, and over through rural villages to the beautiful coastline around Perranporth and St Agnes. This is your opportunity to think differently, work collaboratively, and be part of something that truly improves lives. About you To be successful, you'll be/have: <ul> <li>Proven experience of leading, motivating and coaching teams to deliver high quality customer-facing services.</li> <li>Evidence of applying technical skills; either landlord and tenant law, housing legislation, anti-social behaviour or equivalent in a similar service, with the ability to solve a problem and find creative solutions to complex issues.</li> <li>A willingness to be a visible leader and positive role model, showing resilience and remaining calm under pressure to make good decisions, juggling changing priorities on a daily basis. </li> <li>Experience of partnership working with internal and external agencies, of obtaining successful outcomes from multi-agency meetings.</li> <li>Ability to manage escalations and complaints in housing or similar service environment, turning difficult conversations around to build positive and trusted customer relationships.</li> <li>A passion for engaging service users, developing plans and leading events which bring us closer to our communities. </li></ul>To find out more about the role and requirements, please view the Role Profile. Our offer to you Salary: £42,964.00 Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Base: Hybrid working - working from office, home, site and in the community as needed. Your base will be: <ul> <li>North East = our main office in Chy Trevail, Bodmin, PL31 2FR</li> <li>West = New County Hall, Truro, TR1 3AY</li></ul>What you'll get from us in return is: <ul> <li>A challenge like no other - Cornwall is unique and so are we!</li> <li>A highly competitive total package that includes a decent salary (with annual negotiations with recognised trade unions for cost-of-living salary increases), Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days annual leave plus bank hols (rising to 31 days plus BHs after 5 years' continuous service) with the option to buy more, family friendly policies, and our flexible approach to work</li> <li>A senior management team who will listen and support you, and encourage your ideas and creative thinking</li> <li>Investment and support in your continuous learning and development</li> <li>Access to discounts on entertainment, shops, wellbeing and travel through our on-line portal</li> <li>And a chance to really make your mark</li></ul>Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our service users, clients and customers. This role is subject to a Basic DBS check. You will be asked to complete the relevant DBS check to be successfully appointed to the role. To apply It's really easy to apply for our roles - simply follow the link to create a candidate profile, answer the screening questions and upload a CV. The planned closing date for applications is Monday 5 May 2025 (midnight). Interviews are planned for: <ul> <li>Stage 1 (online via MS Teams) - 13 to 15 May 2025</li> <li>Stage 2 (face-to-face) - 20 to 22 May 2025</li></ul>Contact us If you'd like to have a discussion about the role, please feel free to contact us at <a href="mailto:peopleandHandS@cornwallhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">peopleandHandS@cornwallhousing.org.uk</a> or 01872 324 329 Thank you for your interest in supporting our important work at Cornwall Housing, delivering safe homes in strong communities for one and all! Recruitment Agencies - we are not currently seeking agency support with this vacancy, thank you. Please view our information for recruitment agencies here:<a href="https://www.cornwallhousing.org.uk/jobs/recruitment-agencies/" target="_blank">https://www.cornwallhousing.org.uk/jobs/recruitment-agencies/</a>

Neighbourhood Housing Manager x 2

Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen! Position: 12-month Fixed Term, Full time, 37 hours per week Location: Coventry / Mobile Working Are you a driven professional seeking to make an impact in housing? With over fifty years of experience, we have grown to be one of the UK's most trusted social housing providers, Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns. Find out more about the work we do here: Citizen Our Coventry Neighbourhoods teams manage around 19,000 customer homes within Coventry and surrounding areas. As Neighbourhood Officer, you will be responsible for the tenancy management of a patch within a geographical area. In housing you can make a real difference, the role of Neighbourhood Officer will involve: <ul> <li>Overseeing tenancy management and estate issues</li> <li>Dealing with Anti-Social behaviour from minor reports to serious cases, and actively be involved in multi - agency work to resolve issues</li> <li>Dealing with sensitive safeguarding matters</li> <li>Carrying our regular block and estate inspections.</li> <li>Involvement in the management of new build properties for all tenancy management issues.</li> <li>Conducting tenancy reviews for all properties within the allocated patch</li> <li>Reviewing service charges and depreciation</li></ul>As Neighbourhood Officer, we need you to have: <ul> <li>Ability to carry out interviews to discuss sensitive customer issues</li> <li>Excellent I.T Skills</li> <li>Ability to develop successful professional relationships with partners to achieve positive outcomes</li> <li>Willingness and ability to work flexibly and to attend meetings and other events outside normal business hours to meet the needs of the service</li> <li>Ability to adapt positively to change, be resilient to challenges, obstacles, and handling conflict</li> <li>Highly self-motivated, able to act with integrity and show drive and enthusiasm</li> <li>Current clean driving licence and access to a car</li></ul>We would be excited if you have: <ul> <li>Experience working with a Social Housing Provider or similar customer facing role</li> <li>Ability to be innovative and look for ways to improve customer experience</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul> <li>Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.</li> <li>Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.</li> <li>Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.</li></ul>Benefits: <ul> <li>Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 25 days per year plus bank holidays</li> <li>Annual leave purchase scheme - option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year</li> <li>Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)</li> <li>Organisational sick pay</li> <li>Generous Pension Scheme - The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match</li> <li>Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.</li> <li>Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.</li> <li>Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.</li> <li>Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.</li></ul>Find out more here: Citizen | Benefits Company Culture: We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation inHousing. We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values. Stay Connected: Follow us onProfile / X, Citizen | FacebookandInstragram - Citizento stay updated on our latest news and opportunities. This post is subject to a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service). Further information on our selection process and Equality and Diversity commitment can be found at <a href="http://www.citizenhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">www.citizenhousing.org.uk</a> Closing date: 25th April 2025 Interview date: 7th May 2025 Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time. We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Neighbourhood Officer

The Trust offers hybrid working, with staff splitting their time between offices, reserves, visitor centres and some remote work, depending on their role. This role is based at Tyland Barn, Maidstone; travel will be required as needed. About us: Kent Wildlife Trust is the county's leading conservation charity with more than 31,000 members and over 1000 registered volunteers. We manage and protect over 9000 acres of land across more than 90 different sites and nature reserves, alongside 2 visitor centres. But we can't save nature alone. So, we work closely with local communities, businesses, organisations and individuals to protect and restore wildlife and wild spaces and create a wilder Kent for the benefit of people and the planet. What you'll be doing: We are looking for a passionate and committed leader in community engagement to drive forward our mission at Kent Wildlife Trust. Our goal is to see 25% of people in Kent taking action for nature by 2030. As Wilder Engagement Manager, you will lead our Wilder Engagement Team to develop and implement innovative approaches to community organising and stakeholder engagement, ensuring people and wildlife can thrive together. This role is pivotal in delivering real change for nature, empowering communities, and integrating social science into our conservation work. Your key responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Community &amp; Stakeholder Engagement - Building and nurturing relationships with local communities and key stakeholders to support coexistence with wildlife.</li><li>Community Organising - Leading and implementing an evidence-based approach that empowers communities to take meaningful action for nature.</li><li>Social Science &amp; Impact Measurement - Overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of our engagement efforts, working closely with the Monitoring &amp; Evidence team.</li><li>Leadership &amp; Collaboration- Managing and supporting a team of passionate community organisers while working in partnership with a wide range of organisations and experts.</li><li>Strategic Development - Championing community organising within Kent Wildlife Trust, influencing best practices and securing sustainable funding for engagement initiatives.</li></ul>Our work includes exciting species reintroduction and wilding projects such as Pine Martens, European Bison, Red-billed Chough, and Beavers, as well as large-scale landscape restoration projects. You will play a vital role in ensuring these projects are developed in partnership with communities, creating lasting change for both people and wildlife. What we need you to bring: You are a passionate and driven leader, committed to supporting communities and empowering local people to take action for nature. You will thrive in this role if you: <ul><li>Have experience in community engagement, organising, or stakeholder relationship management.</li><li>Are an excellent communicator who can build relationships with diverse groups, from local volunteers to policymakers.</li><li>Are strategic and solutions-focused, with the ability to lead, inspire and support a team.</li><li>Have knowledge or experience of social science methodologies for monitoring and evaluation.</li><li>Understand the barriers to community involvement in conservation and have ideas for how to overcome them.</li><li>Have experience working with underrepresented groups and are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice.</li></ul>If you are passionate about connecting people and nature, we want to hear from you. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Please read the job description for the full person specification. Kent Wildlife Trust believes that everyone has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people, and adults at risk; we are committed to ensuring their safety and wellbeing is at the heart of our engagement with people. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to references, Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks as appropriate to the role. Appointment is dependent upon a satisfactory DBS check. We are unable to recruit anyone who does not have a right to work in the UK. What we will offer in return: We offer exceptional enhanced benefits. Recognising the wellbeing pressures related to the climate and nature crises we face as a society, we provide flexible work options, wellbeing initiatives, and professional development opportunities. Whatever stage of your career you're at, our comprehensive benefits package at Kent Wildlife Trust can be a key factor in your choice to join us. Next steps: If you're ready to join our team and help us create a Wilder Kent, simply click "Apply now" to apply via our website. Here you can find out more about the role and complete the online application form. Be sure to include your personal statement in the space provided and upload your CV, and take a moment to review the guidance notes for helpful tips. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at Tyland Barn, Maidstone on 13th June 2025. We will let unsuccessful candidates know if they have not been shortlisted. If you'd like to learn more about the role before applying, feel free to email <a href="mailto:jobs@wilderkent.org.uk" target="_blank">jobs@wilderkent.org.uk</a>. The Kent Wildlife Trust Group is Wild About Inclusion. To us, this means inspiring, empowering and engaging people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities, to change the natural world for the better. It also means cultivating inclusive workspaces that are free from discrimination, where differences are celebrated, everyone can be themselves and flourish, just like nature!

Community Engagement Manager

Overview 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. You'll have to record information about what you do, so enjoying a bit of paperwork and attention to detail is important. But most of the time you'll be enjoying working with people from all backgrounds, making a difference to their lives. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. Where: Warwickshire (location TBC but we have hubs in Leamington Spa, Nuneaton and Rugby) When: We're looking to get the right person into the team ASAP Hours: 37.5 per week Full Time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience (pro rata for part time hours) *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><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral.</li><li>Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community.</li><li>Promoting carer, service user and community involvement.</li><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services.</li><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>About you: <ul><li>Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field.</li><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills.</li><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills.</li><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice.</li><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><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users.</li><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards.</li><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</li><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme </li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.</li><li>A friendly and supportive team</li><li>Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities</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. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (<a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>) If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you. 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 Closing Date 3/5/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Chris Saunders | <a href="mailto:chris.saunders2@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">chris.saunders2@cgl.org.uk</a> | 07741321149 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

<ul><li>Do you have experience of working within a homeless / housing environment?</li><li>Are you enthusiastic and driven with a can-do attitude?</li><li>Do you want to work in a varied and rewarding role that helps families and individuals facing homelessness?</li></ul>If this sounds like you, then we'd love to welcome you to our friendly, supportive, positive team! We are currently looking for a Homefinder to join our team on fixed term basis until 31/03/2026. In this fast-paced and rewarding role, you will be working with homeless households alongside providers of accommodation to help ensure households can sustain their move into a new home. You will support and provide advice to our most vulnerable residents at a time of crisis, working with them and empowering them to resolve their threat of homelessness. In the role you will have face-to-face contact with those people who present as homeless or potentially homeless, to establish what their housing needs are and subsequently source suitable housing with the toolkits available to you. You will work alongside the customer on personal housing plans to prevent homelessness and provide practical advice and assistance on housing options. We are proud to be an innovative and forward-thinking team who constantly strive to develop best practice to support our most vulnerable residents to access the services they require. In order to succeed in this role you will need to have: <ul><li>Experience of working with vulnerable clients.</li><li>A degree in a relevant subject area or significant knowledge gained through work experience.</li><li>Ability to deal effectively with challenging situations.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage well with clients and partners</li></ul>For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section. Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work. We offer an excellent total reward package, including: <ul><li>A competitive salary of up to £27,711.</li><li>27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.</li><li>Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.</li><li>Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning &amp; development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services. </li></ul>If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Catherine Husband, Team Leader (Housing Solutions) on telephone 01642 528549 or via email at <a href="mailto:catherine.husband@stockton.gov.uk" target="_blank">catherine.husband@stockton.gov.uk</a> Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email after the closing date for notification from '<a href="mailto:DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK" target="_blank">DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK</a>'. All communication will also appear in the 'My Messages' section of your North East Jobs account.

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