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Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Directorate: Place / Housing Grade: SO2 Salary: £38,934 - £40,755 Contract Type: Full-time Permanent Working hours per week: 36 hours Application Deadline: 07/07/2025 Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC Reference: 1746 About Us: Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the Mayor of London's Good Work Standard employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method. About the role: We have a fantastic opportunity for a new Tenancy Officer to join our existing Tenancy Management Service. This role offers a real opportunity to make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis. We're looking for someone who focus on delivering a responsive and efficient tenancy management service to our residents. You'll need to have excellent customer care skills and focus on delivering the best outcomes for all the resident in the area you support. You'll need to be highly organised and proactive as this is a busy customer facing service. The role of a Tenancy Officer is varied, no two days will be the same, so it's important that you can think on your feet. To be successful in the role attitude and behaviour is key, there will be training available for the right candidate if they don't have previous tenancy management experience. The key duties of this role include: <ul><li>Working with residents experiencing a change in their circumstances to make sure they receive the necessary support.</li><li>Delivering an outstanding service to residents taking the lead on responding to and managing a course of actions where a breach of tenancy has occurred. </li><li>Maintain a have a high level of expertise on legislation and current good practice relating to tenancy and lease management.</li><li>Manage a caseload of tenancy related activity to a professional standard and in line with policies and procedures. </li><li>Lead on cases of anti-social behaviour (ASB), domestic abuse (DA), hoarding and safeguarding</li><li>Making the best use of the valuable assets we have by supporting tenancy fraud initiatives and ensuring any empty homes are brought back in to use as quickly as possible.</li></ul>We offer a great flexible benefits package, a fantastic pension, and the opportunity to work flexibly. Diversity and Inclusion is integral to Waltham Forest and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace, reflecting our customer profile where everyone is proud to be unique. Click here to download the Role Profile Key Responsibilities: To apply for this role you should be able to demonstrate the following: <ul><li>Able to demonstrate knowledge of relevant housing legislation.</li><li>Experience of housing management applied in a multi-cultural environment. </li><li>Able to manage a complex workload and demonstrate experience of using the various tools to deal with tenancy breaches. </li><li>Knowledge of current housing and public sector issues. </li><li>Able to balance the needs of all key stakeholders and the ability to explain complex decisions taken by the service in a clear and concise manner. </li><li>Creative thinking and ability to persuade influence and convince others. </li><li>Prioritises work, manages own time productively and identifies areas requiring attention in order to achieve targets, </li><li>Strong written, verbal and presentation skills and ability to promote the service. </li><li>Doesn't make assumptions, listens carefully and makes every effort to help customers to understand the advice and information given. </li><li>Recognises confidential and sensitive information and handles discreetly and with tact. </li><li>Looks to resolve complaints effectively at the earliest opportunity. </li><li>Commitment to high standards of customer care and the ability to deal sensitively with a wide range of customers. Ability to draft and write complex correspondence and reports. Ability to ensure all work/actions is updated on system and uploaded on house files to enable excellent record keeping.</li></ul>Qualifications and Requirements: To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements: <ul><li>Numeracy and literacy qualification e.g., GCSE English and Maths or equivalent. Relevant professional qualification</li></ul>Terms and conditions: The below terms and conditions apply to this role: <ul><li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; </li><li>Satisfactory declaration of interest;</li><li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults; </li><li>Satisfactory DBS check; </li><li>Suitable driver's license;</li></ul>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the 'Apply' button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer: Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy. We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview. For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-…</a>. Contact Information: If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Khemba Ankhrah, Tenancy Team Leader at <a href="mailto:khemba.ankhrah@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">khemba.ankhrah@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> or 0208 496 3000. If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>. Click here for further information on the Human Resources recruitment privacy notice.

Tenancy Officer

Vacancy Name Recovery Coordinator Vacancy No VN5287 Employment Type Permanent Hours Per Week 22.50 Work Pattern Monday to Friday Location Delacy House, 4 Park Street, Selby, YO8 4PW Location Region North Yorkshire Location City Selby Location Postal Code YO8 4PW Interview Date 17 Jul 2025 Job Details Recovery Coordinator (Part-Time) Location: 4, Rear Park Street, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4PW Working hours: Part-time Monday-Friday 22.5 hours per week, flexibility around how those hours are worked. About the role... We are currently recruiting for a part time (22.5 hours p/week) Recovery Coordinator to join our North Yorkshire Horizons service in Selby. North Yorkshire Horizons is a service made up of several key partners including Waythrough, enabling the development of a peer led, recovery community. Providing a safe environment in which people can develop the life skills, and confidence to achieve and maintain recovery and abstinence from their substance misuse, successfully re-integrate into society, and become active, contributing citizens. You will be required to provide holistic support to adult service users receiving substance misuse treatment, both within the Selby based Hub and support them to move through their recovery orientated journey into sustained recovery by achieving positive treatment outcomes within Selby and surrounding areas. As directed by the Project Manager/Lead Practitioner, the Recovery Coordinator will be an integral member of the dynamic multi agency team developing and delivering comprehensive and tailored individual interventions that will include delivery of a full range of structured, psychosocial and clinical support. The post calls for close co-operation with other professionals such as GP's, practice nurses and pharmacists and will involve delivering clinics from host environments/GP practices. About you...<ul><li>Knowledge and understanding f the issues caused by substance misuse. </li><li>Experience of delivering 1-1 and group interventions.</li><li>Ability to carry out assessment and contribute to recovery and risk management plans. </li><li>Ability to work with people with multiple needs and those who are vulnerable. </li><li>Ability to appropriately deal with complex queries.</li><li>A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care.</li><li>A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, is essential.</li></ul>For full job description and person specification and job details, please click here. 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 (formerly Humankind) 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 (formerly Humankind) 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 (formerly Humankind) 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 Per Annum (pro rata) Vacancy Salary Range £24,242.40-£30,790 DBS Requirement Enhanced Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable Driving licence required for role? Yes Applications Close Date 06 Jul 2025

Recovery Coordinator

We are currently seeking a Neighbourhood Co-ordinator to join our Neighbourhoods Team in Halifax. The role is to achieve our service outcomes of delivering high customer and staff satisfaction, ensuring we have effective customer and staff engagement and incremental and sustained improvement in performance. <a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/wVb-VUkX7gY" target="_blank">https://youtube.com/shorts/wVb-VUkX7gY</a> <a href="https://365domain.sharepoint.com/:v:/g/EUJLdEl35-lLrHOR9taF0BoBTO6GcezbYVcFYd79m_92Jg?e=Skef4J" target="_blank">https://365domain.sharepoint.com/:v:/g/EUJLdEl35-lLrHOR9taF0BoBTO6Gcezb…</a> Together Housing Group: We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link - <a href="https://togetherhousing-group.my.canva.site/" target="_blank">https://togetherhousing-group.my.canva.site/</a> Requirements Outline of key responsibilities for the Neighbourhood Coordinator... <ul> <li>With the Regional Neighbourhood Manager provide effective leadership and management of a neighbourhood management team</li> <li>Responsibility for all operational performance and for the work of front-line staff in the neighbourhood management service to ensure performance targets are met or exceeded and where appropriate, corrective action is taken</li> <li>As a local manager take responsibility and lead on projects to deliver outcomes in our customer and Neighbourhoods Strategy</li> <li>Working closely with the Neighbourhood Safety and Enforcement team to provide next step advice and guidance to Neighbourhood officers.</li> <li>Working closely with the lettings, repairs and asset teams ensure that the number of void properties and void loss is kept to a minimum</li> <li>To manage all aspects of tenancy management and ensure action is taken against tenants for breaches of their tenancy conditions such as condition of property and/or garden</li> </ul><ul> <li>To ensure anti-social behaviour cases are recorded and managed appropriately by neighbourhood officers, managing risks and any safeguarding concerns</li> <li>To work with the income teams as appropriate to meet the challenges of welfare reform and minimise rent arrears as well as reduce the incidence former tenant debt</li> <li>To work with the Neighbourhood Manger to achieve continuous improvement culture within the team by developing new ideas and seeking out best practice</li> </ul><ul><li>To be responsible for the appraisal, training, motivation, supervision and performance of all staff for whom the post holder is responsible, through 1:1's, PDR's, coaching and feedback</li></ul>We are looking for someone who has... <ul> <li>A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle</li> <li>Significant experience in Neighbourhood Management, which includes providing effective leadership and successfully overseeing a neighbourhood team.</li> <li>Proven experience of managing a front line service</li> <li>Proven experience of managing finance and budgets</li> <li>Experience of working in a customer service environment dealing directly with members of the public in stressful and complex situations</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of current housing and neighbourhood management issues including legal and statutory regulation</li> <li>Up-to-date knowledge of current housing issues and welfare benefits including the Welfare Reform Act</li> </ul>Benefits In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Neighbourhood Co-ordinator role... <ul> <li>Starting salary of £39,298</li> <li>27 days holiday (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holidays </li> <li>A flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies</li> </ul><ul> <li>Your normal working hours will be 37hrs per week Monday-Friday</li> <li>Hybrid Role</li> </ul><ul> <li>Working arrangements are flexible in line with our Smart Working culture so that we deliver an excellent and accessible service for customers. </li> <li>Wide range of technical, professional, and personal development training opportunities </li> <li>Attractive pension scheme </li> <li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to GPs </li> <li>A range of financial and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial advice </li> <li> We have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability. </li> <li>To view the full range of our award winning benefits click on the Employee Benefits Link </li> </ul>THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay! Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. INDTHG1

Neighbourhood Coordinator

Equans is looking for a Resident Liaison Officer to join our team in Leeds on a permanent basis. This is a full time role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle and benefits package. Experience of delivering social housing refurbishment or retrofit projects is preferred. From windows installations to Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), Solar Panels and installation of External Wall Insulation (EWI) What will you deliver? <ul> <li> Serve as the primary point of contact for residents, providing clear and timely information about project plans, timelines, and progress </li> <li> Address resident concerns, complaints, or queries promptly and effectively, ensuring that issues are resolved to the satisfaction of both the resident and the company </li> <li> Conduct pre-project surveys and consultations with residents to understand their needs, preferences, and any potential issues, feeding this information back to the project team </li> <li> Prepare and distribute newsletters, letters, and other communication materials to keep residents informed about upcoming works, project milestones, and any potential disruptions. </li> <li> Provide ongoing support to residents throughout the project, including arranging temporary accommodation or other necessary provisions if required by the nature of the works </li> <li> Work closely with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure that resident feedback is considered in project planning and execution </li> <li> Conduct post-project satisfaction surveys and follow-ups to assess resident satisfaction and identify areas for improvement </li> </ul>What can we offer you? <ul> <li> 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) </li> <li> Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 ti mes annual salary </li> <li> Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers </li> <li> Gym membership discounts </li> <li> Cycle to work scheme </li> <li> Holiday purchase scheme </li> <li> 2 corporate social responsibility days per year </li> <li> Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes </li> <li> Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme </li> <li> Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network </li> <li> 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app </li> </ul>Who are we looking for? <ul> <li> Previous experience in a customer-facing role, ideally within construction, housing, or a related field </li> <li> Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with residents from diverse backgrounds </li> <li> Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage and resolve conflicts or complaints in a professional manner </li> <li> Empathetic and Approachable: Able to build rapport and trust with residents, showing understanding and sensitivity to their concerns </li> <li> Experience working within social housing, local government, or a similar environment where resident or customer interaction is a key component of the role </li> </ul>Who are we? Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK &amp; Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services - with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district &amp; embedded energy and decentralised renewables. Equans' 13,500 UK &amp; Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital &amp; industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. Equans is a Bouygues group company. What's next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. EQNENG At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers. 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Resident Liaison Officer

Scheme Manager - Oysterfields, St Albans £33,054 Are you a compassionate and dynamic leader looking to make a difference? We are seeking a dedicated Scheme Manager to join our team. In this role, you will support the management team to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of our home and contribute to the development of innovative ideas to advance our services. Ideally candidates will have 1 years' management experience and at least 2 years' experience working within the care &amp; supported housing field/with young people. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Empowerment and Support:Lead and inspire a dedicated team to support vulnerable young people in achieving independence and fulfilling lives, collaborating with social workers and other professionals.</li><li>Skill Development: Utilise a positive approach to help young people develop essential life skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and confidence-building, enabling them to transition successfully.</li><li>Meaningful Engagement: Facilitate access to education, employment, training opportunities, and volunteering, empowering young people to engage in meaningful activities.</li><li>Collaboration: Liaise with external agencies to ensure a smooth and supportive journey for each young person.</li><li>Team Leadership: Manage and support a team of Senior Support Workers, Support Workers, and Night Supervisors.</li><li>Operational Management: Oversee staff rotas, including organising annual leave and covering sickness.</li></ul>Qualifications and Experience: <ul><li>Educational Background: NVQ Level 5 in Children &amp; Young People or equivalent, or willingness to achieve this qualification within the workplace.</li><li>Relevant Experience: Proven experience working with young people facing complex challenges such as behavioural issues, mental health concerns, or substance misuse.</li><li>Asylum Process Experience: Experience supporting young people navigating the Home Office asylum process in the UK.</li><li>Commitment to PIE: Demonstrated commitment to the principles of Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE).</li><li>Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to adapt communication to meet the individual needs of young people, fostering engagement and motivation.</li><li>Flexibility: Willingness to work across various community locations and respond to diverse needs.</li><li>Professional Development: Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.</li><li>Driving Requirements: Must be a car driver with access to a vehicle and possess business car insurance.</li><li>Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of, or willingness to learn, Ofsted regulations and standards, with experience ensuring compliance in a youth support setting.</li></ul>Benefits: <ul><li>Supportive and inclusive working environment</li><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service pro rota</li><li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li><li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li><li>Opportunity for professional development and training to deliver outstanding support</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li><li>Access to the Employee assistance helpline</li></ul>The Young Peoples Separated Migrant Children Services (SMC) are a dedicated team committed to providing supporting and empowering environments for young people aged 16 - 18 years who are under the care of the Local Authority. Our approach is rooted in the principles of psychologically informed environments (PIE), ensuring that our services are tailored to meet the psychological and emotional needs of those we support. We believe in creating safe, welcoming spaces that foster growth, resilience and positive change, whilst adhering to Ofsted regulations. Hightown is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will need to have a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, together with any other relevant recruitment checks. We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Scheme Manager

Overview Believe in People? The best people have one thing in common. They care. At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options. Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold, our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator to join our Wirral Team who have 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. Our Wirral service thrives as a dynamic and collaborative team, featuring dedicated staff including a service manager, consultant psychiatrists and psychologists, medical professionals, caring nurses, empathetic recovery staff, dedicated volunteers, efficient administrators, and supportive peer mentors. Where: Wirral Part Time Hours: 22.5hrs 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>Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.</li><li>Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by opiate use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.</li><li>Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.</li><li>Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.</li><li>Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.</li><li>Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.</li><li>Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.</li></ul>About You: <ul><li>Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by opiate use.</li><li>Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.</li><li>Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.</li><li>Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.</li><li>Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.</li><li>Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing annually for first five years.</li><li>A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Participation in a contributory pension scheme.</li><li>A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A warm and supportive team environment.</li><li>Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme.</li></ul>Ready to Begin Your Journey with Change Grow Live? 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>) 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. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area If you have any questions or concerns on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Samantha Cox | <a href="mailto:samantha.cox@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">samantha.cox@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Job Description Job Title: Housing Support Worker Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £26,549.63 per annum (£27,722.51 is achieved after 18 months successful performance in the role) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Location: Booker House, Swindon If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description. The difference you will make as a Housing Support Worker This role is based at Beaumaris Road, Swindon. The service provides supported accommodation to young parents aged 16-25. You will provide support to our customers in a variety of ways. For example, connecting them with employability coaches and other support agencies, helping them manage their money, signing up for benefits or to move on to a more permanent home. It will be your job to help boost their confidence and support them on their journey as they rebuild their lives. Through all of this you will need to keep records of everything, so there is some admin to do. At times this role is tough, but most of the time it can be incredibly rewarding. You will need to be resilient, empathetic, and able to leave your work at work and not take it home with you. About you We are looking for someone with: <ul> <li>Experience of working with vulnerable people</li> <li>Experience of delivering structured support and risk management</li> <li>To be a team player with a caring and empathetic nature with a resilient, can-do attitude, able to work as part of a team</li> <li>An understanding of supporting vulnerable people - this could include having your own lived experience of homelessness or drug or alcohol addiction.</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours to meet customer and business needs, which may not include normal office hours and may include lone working</li></ul>Why Riverside? At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. Working with us, you'll enjoy: <ul> <li>Competitive pay &amp; generous pension </li> <li>28 days holidays plus bank holidays</li> <li>Flexible working options available</li> <li>Investment in your learning, personal development and technology</li> <li>A wide range of benefits</li></ul>Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside: We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Role Profile Supporting Customers: We use Psychologically Informed approaches and Trauma Informed Care principles to support our customers to develop new ways of thinking and to make steps towards independence, by: <ul> <li>Leading on Co-producing bespoke support and move-on plans, involving key stakeholders (e.g. family/other support providers), where appropriate</li> <li>Organising and carrying out regular planned reviews of support and risk plans, or following an incident/significant change in a customer's circumstances</li> <li>Engaging customers to meet agreed outcomes and develop life skills</li> <li>Assisting customers with day-to-day support and tenancy-related matters</li> <li>Identifying and promoting opportunities for employment, education and training and supporting customers to remove barriers to accessing these opportunities</li> <li>Signposting customers to appropriate external support services, including interventions such as food banks and other community resources</li> <li>Supporting customers to be 'tenancy ready' to enable successful move on</li> <li>Supporting customers to be financially independent through budgeting plans and maximising income</li> <li>Supporting and monitoring customers' healthcare needs, ensuring appropriate contact with healthcare professionals</li> <li>Empowering customers to move towards self-management of their medication by following the medication procedure</li> <li>Leading on support initiatives including Group Work</li> <li>Ensure the safety of our customers by following local safeguarding procedures, recognizing and acting on any significant risk, and escalating appropriately</li> <li>Record and update clear, factual, accurate, strengths based customer information on the local or appropriate digital platform</li></ul>Service Delivery: <ul> <li>Facilitate the referral process into the service and assess potential new customers</li> <li>Contribute to the delivery of a housing management service, including income collection and providing customers with tenancy-related support</li> <li>Work with customers to maintain a safe environment by reporting repairs and health and safety concerns</li> <li>Clean and prepare rooms as appropriate</li> <li>Resolve difficult and challenging situations in a sensitive and informed way, balancing the needs of the individual with responsibilities for the safety of the service</li> <li>Develop and maintain local partnerships to provide a holistic range of support for customer</li> <li>Carry out day-to-day administration and operational duties</li> <li>Other Information:</li> <li>You will be required to work flexible hours to meet customer and business needs, which may not include normal office hours</li> <li>You will be required to travel to different properties within the defined area as and when required</li> <li>Use the Lone Worker system as and when necessary</li> <li>Ensure customers are safe at all times - carrying out all of your duties within Riverside's Policy and Procedure Policy and Procedure framework e.g. health &amp; safety, safeguarding, dignity at work, GDPR opportunities, cash handling, etc</li> <li>Deliver your role in line with Riverside company values - "Our Riverside Way"</li> <li>Participate in team meetings, attend regular supervisions and reflecting practice sessions</li> <li>Undertake regular training and take responsibility for continuous development to enable you to deliver your role safely</li> <li>From time to time you may be required to undertake additional duties and responsibilities in consultation with your Line Manager</li></ul>Person specification Essential <ul> <li>An understanding of the barriers faced by vulnerable and diverse customer groups and individuals with complex needs</li> <li>Experience of delivering structured support and risk management</li> <li>Be a team player with a caring, empathetic, flexible and have a resilient, can-do attitude</li> <li>Previous experience in positively resolving incidents</li> <li>Demonstrate initiative and confidence to make and act on decisions</li> <li>Competent administrative and IT skills (to be able to produce reports and other communications)</li></ul>Desirable <ul> <li>Knowledge of Psychological or Trauma Informed approaches to support</li> <li>Experience of working in challenging environments with the ability to plan, prioritise, organise tasks to achieve results</li> <li>Knowledge of current benefit systems</li> <li>Experience of working in a care and support environment</li></ul>About Us Riverside is one of the UK's leading not-for-profit social housing and regeneration organisations, owning or managing around 75,000 homes from Irvine to Kent. We are a leading provider of supported housing services, particularly for those affected by homelessness, and our track record of transforming lives and revitalising neighbourhoods dates back over 90 years. We have plans to build over 15,000 affordable homes over the next decade. Our Values and Behaviours Creating an Inclusive Environment

Housing Support Worker

Our innovation strategy is simple - We want to solve the challenges we have today as well as find answers to some of our industry's bigger long-term challenges. Whether it's delivering water that is always good to drink, reducing waste in our processes with energy efficient technologies or improving visibility of the network, our150+ strong team of innovators are working day in day out to make it happen. If you want to do more because you care, we'd love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here. Our Strategic Asset Planning Team have an exciting opportunity to join as our new Strategic Asset manager for Waste Networks. You'll be responsible for developing and implementing asset management strategies to optimise the performance and sustainability of our assets. You'll also be involved with strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, guiding management thinking, and identifying innovative solutions to enhance asset value. This role can be based out of our office in Coventry or Derby. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW Some of your other key accountabilities will include: <ul><li>Develop the strategic direction and implement asset class strategies, through collaboration with stakeholders. </li><li>Play a key role in the Price Review Process and own specific Business Plan Lines, focusing on specific investment programs, ensuring alignment with company goals and meeting regulatory requirements. Handle regulatory queries, reporting and data submissions.</li><li>Translate strategic plans into tangible deliverables to support short-term investment decisions through the production and review of Investment Protocols.</li><li>Utilise expertise in sewerage networks and infrastructure to inform decisions, with a key focus on storm overflows and rising mains </li><li>Ensure we have visibility of the condition of our assets drawing on connections across the organisation, supporting the Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan (DWMP) for waste networks and assisting the development of systems and processes as needed.</li><li>Provide expert advice and support on asset management issues to internal teams and external partners, working cross-functionally to link knowledge and expertise from other business areas. Stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes affecting waste networks.</li></ul>WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLE <ul><li>Technical understanding of sewerage networks (or similar), preferably with asset management experience</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make creative, strategic decisions.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in wastewater infrastructure management.</li></ul>Skills and Competencies: <ul><li>Strategic thinking and planning</li><li>Creative problem-solving and innovative mindset</li><li>Relationship builder</li><li>Data-driven decision making</li></ul>As travel is required, you'll also have to hold a full U.K driving licence. The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you too. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you? WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Working here isn't just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We'll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we'll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live. With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you'll get being part of the Severn Trent family: <ul><li>Salary Starting from £51,888</li><li>28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year) </li><li>Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance) </li><li>Leading pension scheme - we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%) </li><li>Sharesave - the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate. </li><li>Dedicated training and development with our 'Academy' </li><li>Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers. </li><li>Family friendly policies </li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li></ul>WHAT'S NEXT We can't wait to hear from you. Before you apply, you'll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If your curiosity has been piqued and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media. Ps. we'll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails!

Strategic Asset Manager

About Us Job Title - Temporary Accommodation Officer Salary Range - £37,766 - £45,763 per annum Permanent - Full-Time (36 hours) Location- Putney Bridge Rd/Twickenham Civic Centre As with many other Boroughs in the capital, tackling homelessness is a high priority. The Temporary Accommodation Procurement Officer will be required to source new business to increase the supply of properties based on the demand by building relationships with landlords, agents and developers. You will be joining a busy and hardworking team during a time of transformational change where every day offers an opportunity to make a positive difference. We are looking for a committed individual with strong communication and excellent negotiation skills. We invite people who share our passion, commitment, and enthusiasm. You will allocate temporary accommodation and ensure agreements are signed with tenants for all Temporary Accommodation types, in accordance with Richmond and Wandsworth's Temporary Accommodation policy, guidance and procedures. Providing appropriate information, advice and guidance to vulnerable applicants with a focus on managing customer's housing expectations. Ensuring properties are allocated and agreements signed with tenants as quickly as possible so that void turnaround times are kept to a minimum. Setting up tenancies and accounts for the properties allocated. Carry out home visits to clients in temporary accommodation. Managing clients in temporary accommodation including issuing warning letters and Discharging Interim and Full Housing Duty. About the role Customer service skills: Some service users are vulnerable or come from challenging backgrounds so being able to listen and support is essential whilst remaining calm and professional. The main objective is to deliver the best service we can to those that need it. Writing Skills: Accurately recording on the management system, writing letters and reports, you will need to be able to write clearly and to a high standard as regular contact with residents and other stakeholders is a feature of the role. Proactive and organised: You will need to effectively manage cases to completion, making sure that actions are taken in a timely manner and communication is regular. Taking pride and ownership of cases and focusing on delivering an excellent service. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience - Ability to work independently, motivated and put people first - Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt to a diverse range of clients - Excellent customer service skills - Excellent organisation skills and the ability to prioritise - Commitment to maintaining and improving the quality of services provided. -Must have access to a vehicle or be able to use public transport and carry out property inspections in line with current guidance and law If you are passionate about making a positive impact on Richmond and Wandsworth's ability to deliver services, possess the required skills, and thrive in a challenging yet highly rewarding environment, we invite you to apply for this opportunity. Indicative Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: Sunday 06 July 2025 Shortlisting Date: W/C 07 July 2025 Interview Date: TBC We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Useful Information Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. For more details click here Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

Temporary Accommodation Officer

The Vacancy Do you enjoy helping people gain their independence and thrive? As a Housing Support Worker, you will be working with vulnerable young people aged 16 -25 who may be homeless or at risk of homelessness. You'll be self-motivated, solution focused and a forward thinker, with safeguarding awareness to help make a real difference to people's lives. What you'll do: <ul> <li>Create individual support plans and assess risk.</li> <li>Provide regular guidance on tenancy and practical tasks as part of their journey towards independence.</li> <li>Prepare properties by making sure they're a safe and clean environment ready for move in.</li></ul>What you'll bring: <ul> <li>A genuine passion for supporting young people with housing and other needs.</li> <li>Experience of providing advice and support in a 1-1 setting.</li> <li>A working knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.</li> <li>A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box, if you can do most of what we are looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be exactly what we need! Why Join Us? We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things and we want you to be part of that. Here's what you'll enjoy as part of our team: <ul> <li>Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.</li> <li>Hybrid working - enjoy the best of both worlds!</li> <li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service - because your time off matters.</li> <li>A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.</li> <li>Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, including access to counselling and GP services - your wellbeing is a priority.</li> <li>Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.</li> <li>Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.</li> <li>Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.</li> <li>Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility - we embrace and celebrate diversity.</li> <li>A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.</li> <li>Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.</li></ul>We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued! If you're ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Hours available: <ul> <li>1 x 20 hours per week (part time)</li> <li>1 x 24 hours per week (part time)</li> <li>1 x 37.5 hours per week (full time)</li></ul>*Please clearly state in your application which of the above hours you are applying for. If you are open to more than one, feel free to indicate that too. For an informal chat about the role please contact Paul Thomas, Service Manager via <a href="mailto:paul.thomas@inspirenorth.co.uk" target="_blank">paul.thomas@inspirenorth.co.uk</a>, 07525 910802 Apply Now! The closing date for applications is 06 July 2025 but we may close it early if we receive a high number of strong candidates, so don't delay! Good Luck! For the full-time position interviews will take place on 22 July 2025. For the part-time position interviews will take place on 28 July 2025. The Company The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.

Housing Support Worker (Full and Part Time roles available)

Vacancy Name Housing Support Coordinator Vacancy No VN5221 Employment Type Permanent Hours Per Week 37.00 Work Pattern Monday to Friday Location Unit 9 Houndgate, Darlington, DL1 5RF Location Region County Durham Location City Darlington Location Postal Code DL1 5RF Interview Date 27 Jun 2025 Job Details 'Everyone is different. At Waythrough we value your difference. Join our inclusive organisation.' We are excited to offer opportunities for Support Coordinators to join our Darlington housing support team. As a Support Coordinator, you will work as part of a small team providing intensive housing support to those with a diagnosed complex mental health condition living in Darlington. This includes the provision of information, advice, guidance, and structured support to help individuals secure suitable accommodation and develop the skills to manage their tenancies and live independently in the Community. About the role... This is a dynamic and rewarding role where you will: <ul><li>Manage a caseload by creating, implementing and reviewing support plans to meet the housing needs of service users with a mental health diagnosis</li><li>Support individuals to sustain/maintain accommodation and maximise their finances.</li><li>Facilitate and promote the progression of individuals to increase their skills and confidence to successfully live independently</li><li>Support clients using a range of methods including home visits, support in the community, telephone support and facilitation of group sessions</li><li>Collaborate with housing providers, statutory services and local services to achieve the best outcomes for service users</li></ul>About you... Requirements for the role include:<ul><li>Experience of working with vulnerable adults with mental health.</li><li>Experience of managing, planning, and prioritising your own workload, delivering work of a high standard. </li><li>An understanding of Safeguarding.</li><li>A genuine interest in being part of the mission and vision of Humankind.</li><li>An understanding of benefits and debt solutions.</li><li>Strong communication skills.</li><li>An understanding of group working and group facilitation.</li><li>This role involves visiting people in their own homes, so a driving license is essential.</li></ul>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 this link '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 is one of England's most successful home-grown charities. We provide free, confidential support for alcohol, drugs, housing, or mental health in friendly local places across the UK. We are committed to fair chances for all and making sure everyone can access the help and support they need to realise their potential. By joining our teams of passionate individuals, you will be contributing to making this happen. You can really make a difference by believing in our service users and their ability to make positive changes when they don't always believe in themselves. 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 benefitFree 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 Humankind 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 £24,242.40-£30,790.00 DBS Requirement Enhanced Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable Driving licence required for role? Yes Applications Close Date 18 Jul 2025

Housing Support Coordinator

Do you have a passion for protecting residents, raising housing standards, and making a real difference in your community? Reading Borough Council's Private Sector Housing Team is seeking a dedicated Private Sector Housing Officer to help us ensure that homes in the private rented sector are safe, well-maintained, and meet statutory requirements. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We support hybrid working, it's important to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees to excel and within this role you'll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle. There will be a requirement to come to the Civic Offices in Reading 2 to 3 days a week - due to requirement for site visits. About the role: As a Private Sector Housing Officer, you will investigate complaints and service requests related to housing conditions, carry out inspections using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), and take enforcement action where necessary. You will be responsible for licensing Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), dealing with nuisance cases, pest infestations, and supporting vulnerable residents. You'll work closely with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies, helping to improve property standards and promote good practice across the private housing sector in Reading. Additional payments are available for out-of-hours rota participation, and the Council will pay for one professional subscription annually. We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of housing and environmental health legislation, particularly the Housing Act 2004. You'll have experience of inspecting housing, assessing risks using the HHSRS, and dealing with a broad range of issues such as fire safety, pests, and property disrepair. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential, as is the ability to manage a diverse caseload and respond flexibly to changing demands. Key responsibilities:<ul> <li>Investigate complaints and carry out inspections of private sector housing in line with the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).</li> <li>Enforce housing legislation, including issuing notices, preparing legal documentation, and attending court or tribunals where necessary.</li> <li>Manage cases relating to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), including licensing, inspections, and compliance.</li> <li>Work closely with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to resolve housing issues and promote good practice.</li> <li>Contribute to housing-related projects, campaigns, and initiatives that support our wider strategic objectives.</li> </ul> We will also consider applicants who do not meet all of the essential criteria for our Private Sector Housing Officer position but who meet the essential criteria for our Technical Assistant (£25,992 to £30,060 Per year) Role. Please ensure that you indicate on your application which job description you wish to be considered for. You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees' skills are developed and used effectively Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: <ul> <li> Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave </li> <li> A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li> <li> Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading </li> <li> Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) </li> <li> Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) </li> <li> Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work </li> <li> Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax </li> </ul>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Anne McMahon - Principal Environmental Health Officer - <a href="mailto:anne.mcmahon@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">anne.mcmahon@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Sunday 6 th July 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Interview Setup: Question and Answer based interview in person Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible

Private Sector Housing Officer - Private Sector Housing Team

An exciting opportunity for an Estate Coordinator to join our Facilities team on a permanent basis. The role can be based out of our Darlington or London office (hybrid working). Railpen currently occupy two offices across the UK, this role is to support both of our locations and travel between them all is a must. Our current locations are London and Darlington. Who we are Railpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion in assets and the administration of several pension schemes, including the Railways Pension Scheme, one of the UK's largest and longest established pension funds. Our heritage of looking after the pension needs of the rail industry and its employees gives us our name and our unique outlook on how we serve our members. Railpen takes a holistic view, focusing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into. To learn more about Railpen including our values, culture and purpose, visit our LinkedIn Life page here The role As the Estate Coordinator you will ensure our office spaces are a suitable environment for all Railpen colleagues, visitors and contractors to a standard that complies with all regulations and aligns to our values. Within this role, you will be responsible for coordinating the planned preventative maintenance schedule for all locations and general facilities maintenance including coordinating with external vendors for specialised maintenance and repair services, liaising with contractors regarding repairs and over seeing work completed and conducting regular inspections to ensure are offices and locations are safe, clean and well maintained. The person The successful candidate will have experience of working within a similar role and will be up to date with H&amp;S regulations and requirements. You will be highly skilled in verbal and written communication and have excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage number of conflicting priorities. We are looking for a person who is people-focused and who is able to engage with internal and external customers in a professional and efficient manner. The ability to multi-task is key along with having a positive attitude, a strong work ethic with a passion for going the extra mile. Our values of integrity, community and alignment are the guiding principles that influence our behaviour. They help us make decisions and shape our relationships with others. They're what we stand for. You will actively demonstrate our values, helping to create a safe environment, to place the needs of the community above oneself and, through a culture of 'fair challenge', align to the best interests of our members. What we can offer you Rewarding you <ul><li>A competitive salary (depending on experience)</li><li>28 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Generous annual bonus plan</li><li>We provide membership of the Railways Pension Scheme, a Defined Benefit arrangement under which you get a pension for life and a lump sum when you retire, based on your length of service and pay</li><li> 4x Life Assurance cover</li><li>Colleague referral scheme</li></ul>Heath &amp; Wellbeing <ul><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Health cash plan</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Flu vaccination</li></ul>Lifestyle <ul><li>We support hybrid and flexible working along with very generous family leave including 12 months full pay maternity leave and 6 months full pay paternity leave</li><li>Buy and sell holidays</li><li>Give as you earn scheme</li><li>Paid volunteering days</li><li>Flexible half days leave</li><li>Electric vehicle leasing</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li></ul>Next Steps If you would like to apply, please click on the apply button or visit our Careers Page by 4th July 2025. Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life

Estates Co-Ordinator

The vacancy Part Time (18.5 hours per week) Permanent Location: Linmere, Central Bedford Join Our Team as a Community Engagement Officer Are you passionate about making a real difference in communities? Do you believe in empowering residents to shape their neighbourhoods and thrive together? At bpha, we're looking for a committed Community Engagement Officer to help drive lasting, positive change. What You'll Be Doing: You'll play a leading role in delivering community-led solutions, building partnerships, and supporting both established and new neighbourhoods. From regeneration initiatives to quality-of-life projects, you'll bring people together to tackle what matters most to them-creating stronger, more connected communities. Your Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Identify community trends and develop targeted, impactful projects</li></ul><ul> <li>Lead on initiatives that promote regeneration, cohesion and quality of life</li></ul><ul> <li>Support and guide new resident groups and secure funding opportunities</li></ul><ul> <li>Build strong networks across stakeholders, residents and partner organisations</li></ul><ul> <li>Promote resident involvement and amplify community voices</li></ul><ul> <li>Encourage volunteering and learning opportunities that empower individuals</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensure inclusion and outreach to all, especially marginalised communities</li></ul>What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>A natural communicator and problem-solver with strong project management skills</li></ul><ul> <li>Proven experience (at least 2 years' experience) in community development or engagement</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with diverse groups</li></ul><ul> <li>Skilled in planning, delivering, and evaluating impactful community projects</li></ul><ul> <li>Passion for inclusion, learning, and long-term transformation</li></ul><ul> <li>IT proficiency and a good understanding of social housing challenges</li></ul>Please note the post holder must have a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle during working hours to be successfully carry out the duties of the role. Desirable but not essential: <ul> <li>Knowledge of welfare reform and social housing policy</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience securing external funding</li></ul><ul> <li>Familiarity with MS PowerPoint and Visio</li></ul>Whether you're hands-on at community events, liaising with local partners, or helping residents find their collective voice-you'll be at the heart of something meaningful. Why bpha? We're a values-led housing association on a mission to build sustainable communities. You'll join a supportive, ambitious team that values innovation, impact, and inclusivity. Ready to be a catalyst for community change? Apply now. For an informal conversation about this role contact Community Engagement Manager Rosetta Triolo - <a href="mailto:rosetta.triolo@bpha.org.uk" target="_blank">rosetta.triolo@bpha.org.uk</a> or telephone 01234 619886 Please note, applications will be reviewed as received and bpha reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to the scheduled closing date. Apply early to avoid disappointment. Any offer of employment made will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening including references and DBS checks. About us bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge arc, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing. We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes - for rent, sheltered, residential care and shared ownership. We work together with communities - to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities. All the money we make is used to invest in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services. We own or manage over 19,500 homes and over 500 staff. Our vision and values To build communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford. Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together. We are ambitious We are better together We show empathy We take responsibility Benefits We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren't simply little extras added on at the end, they're fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard. That's why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day. Money &amp; Time <ul> <li>Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Competitive pay</li> <li>Life assurance cover</li></ul>Health &amp; Wellbeing <ul> <li>Private healthcare</li> <li>Mental Health First Aid</li> <li>Counselling service</li> <li>Eye tests</li> <li>Discounted gym membership</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>Free annual flu jabs</li> <li>Wellbeing activities and events</li> <li>Free fruit and refreshments</li></ul>Recognition <ul> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Annual staff recognition awards</li> <li>Discretionary reward scheme</li></ul>Lifestyle <ul> <li>Annual volunteering day</li> <li>Social events, clubs and activities</li> <li>Breakout areas</li> <li>Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters</li></ul>Development <ul> <li>Opportunities for professional training and qualifications</li> <li>Workshops and training sessions for new skills</li> <li>A fresh and modern eLearning platform</li></ul>

Community Engagement Officer

Job Description Directorate: Place Job Title: Sheltered Housing Officer (2 posts) Salary: £37,815 - £43,083 per annum Grade: E Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week The Sheltered Housing service is looking for proactive Officers who will work closely with services users over 50 years of age to provide housing related support and estate management. We are committed to providing a safe and secure living environment for our older residents in Thurrock. We require dedicated professionals who enjoy working with older people to make sure that they can live their lives to the full in an independent setting. You will need to be able to participate in the assessment of prospective service users, including the completion of needs and risk assessments, to complete property wellness check ins onsite and in the wider community, to regularly review plans, to maintain regular contact with service users, to consult with service users on issues relating to Sheltered Housing Services and to provide day to day tenancy management at the complexes. Thurrock has 29 Sheltered Housing Sites and each officer manages at least 2 sites. The role will include, tenancy management, Health and safety, visits to older people within the wider community as part of our Outreach service and engaging and facilitating activities on sites to encourage social inclusion. A knowledge or experience of housing and housing IT systems will be beneficial to the role. If you have a passion for this type of satisfying work, you may be the right person for us. A DBS Check at basic level will be required for this post. Advert Closing Date: Redeployment Only: 19th June 2025 Internal &amp; External Applications: 6th July 2025 Interview Date: TBC Please contact Sian McCarthy <a href="mailto:smccarthy@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">smccarthy@thurrock.gov.uk</a> for more information about these posts. For full details on this and other vacancies in the Thurrock area and to apply online please go to: <a href="http://www.thurrock.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.thurrock.gov.uk/jobs</a> If you do not have Internet access, please call 0870 787 1176 (Mon-Fri, 8am-7pm or Sat, 9am - 2pm) Download Job Profile (PDF Document) About Us Why Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve. Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough. Our location Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road. Staff benefits We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome. Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council

Sheltered Housing Officer

Job Description Homeless Prevention Assistant - Housing Solutions Salary: £28,344 - £31,719 per annum Grade: C Permanent Contract 37 Hours per week Do you have passion and drive to help those currently faced with homelessness? Do you thrive in working in a challenging and fast-moving environment? Can you demonstrate a keen eye for detail and accurate record keeping? If so, we would love to hear from you. We are seeking an exceptional and committed individual to join us as a Homeless Prevention Assistant. The role is a varied and exciting opportunity to support the Temporary Accommodation Team within the Housing Solutions Service. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Monitoring and processing all invoices/payments requested by the service.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for our suppliers regarding all payment issues.</li> <li>Liaising closely with financial departments to ensure payments are made quickly and efficiently.</li> <li>Responsible for the daily administration and monitoring of various reports within the service.</li> <li>Supporting the various teams within the service with financial and administration tasks.</li> <li>To provide general administrative support to the Housing Solutions Service including undertaking word processing tasks such as letter and reports as required.</li> <li>To ensure that the date input into IT systems is accurate for the Council to report on Homelessness activity and effectively assist the government in its work to capture the true picture of homelessness and its impact on society.</li></ul>Skills and experience required: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li> <li>Able to keep accurate and factual case notes and statistics.</li> <li>Able to prioritise workload and work on own initiative.</li> <li>Able to problem solve and find solutions.</li> <li>Able to organise and undertake administrative tasks within a deadline.</li> <li>Experience of working within a financial setting, processing invoices and making payments.</li></ul>Please contact Tracy Reid, Rehousing Manager at <a href="mailto:treid@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">treid@thurrock.gov.uk</a> if you require any further information regarding the post. Closing Dates: Redeployment Only: 19th June 2025 Internal &amp; External Applications: 6th July 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: Download Job Profile (PDF Document) About Us Why Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve. Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough. Our location Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road. Staff benefits We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome. Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council

Homeless Prevention Assistant

The Vacancy Are you passionate about delivering the highest standards in health and safety while making a real difference to people's lives and communities? We're looking for a talented, passionate, and people-focused Health and Safety Manager to support our Specialist and Supported Housing and Neighbourhoods teams in delivering a best-in-class safety service and culture. Our diverse portfolio includes over 50,000 homes, stretching from Hereford in the west to Lincolnshire in the east of the Midlands, as well as a range of housing schemes and new build developments. What you'll be doing: In this exciting new role, you'll report to the Head of Occupational Health and Safety and work closely with frontline Housing, Neighbourhoods, and Specialist and Supported Housing teams. You'll be part of a high-profile, high-performing Health and Safety team, working alongside our general, specialist and supported housing scheme line managers, team leaders, and scheme managers to deliver the highest standards of health and safety and promote safe working practices and environments. You'll provide expert guidance on all aspects of operational health and safety, including establishing safe systems of work, delivering training and coaching, leading health and safety initiatives, conducting inspections, and managing incident prevention and investigations. You'll also monitor compliance through audits, oversee safety communications and reporting systems, support the delivery of training, and collaborate with colleagues at all levels to promote a proactive and positive safety culture aligned with Platform's health, safety, and wellbeing agenda. Why Join Us? We're committed to delivering best in class health and safety by embracing innovation, best practices and collaborative working. Join us to create safer homes, build strong partnerships with contractors, customers, and communities, and grow your career in a dynamic, supportive organisation. Some things we need from you: <ul> <li>NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.</li></ul><ul> <li>Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH or CertIOSH)</li></ul><ul> <li>Demonstrable experience of supporting diverse health and safety activities and risks - especially within a specialist and/or general housing environment.</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of undertaking health and safety investigations making recommendations for improvements</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of delivering health and safety solutions within social housing or healthcare environment is considered desirable</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of lone working and personal safety risks and solutions.</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of positively changing culture through coaching and mentoring at all levels within an organisation along with a focus on continuous improvement to maintain a positive H&amp;S culture</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of supporting and maintaining externally audited management standards such as ISO45001 and ISO14001 is considered desirable</li></ul>While this role is home-based, you'll regularly travel to Group offices and other locations to conduct inspections, site checks, and toolbox talks as needed. Some of the great benefits we can offer you: <ul> <li>Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave</li></ul><ul> <li>Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave</li></ul><ul> <li>Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts</li></ul><ul> <li>Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more</li></ul><ul> <li>Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions)</li></ul><ul> <li>Learning and Development opportunities</li></ul><ul> <li>Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers</li></ul>How to apply: If this sounds like the role for you simply click "apply now" to complete an online application and upload your current CV. For more details about the role, please refer to the attached job description or if you have any questions, feel free to contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@platformhg.com" target="_blank">recruitment@platformhg.com</a> Interviews: We aim to conduct the first-stage interviews via Microsoft Teams, with final stage interviews to be held in person during the week of 14th July 25. The Company Join us and find your purpose at Platform! Working with us is more than just a job, you will be joining an amazing organisation that values you and your contribution, and where you can truly make a difference and change people's lives. You will join the largest social housing association in the Midlands. We're much more than just houses; we build homes, strong communities, and make a real and positive difference to the lives of our customers. We recognise the unique and individual needs of people, so if you are interested in this role but would like to explore a different way of working to the standard Monday to Friday, 9-5 approach, then please highlight this on your application or discuss it with us at the interview stage. After all, we want to attract the best people to work for us and we know that one size does not fit all. Platform is a great place to work, we offer lots of opportunities for you to get involved, share ideas and shape what we do - from networking groups through to fun community and social events. This is an exciting time to join us, that will provide you with real exposure to the wider dynamics of a truly modern housing association that will play a major part in delivering our 5-year corporate strategy. If we receive a high number of applications, this vacancy may expire prior to the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. Platform Housing Group are committed to building a healthy, vibrant and inclusive organisation that treats people with respect and creates opportunities for all. Why Work Here? Benefits Great opportunities for further development and training Up to 28 days holiday plus bank holidays Workplace pension with employer contributions of up to 12% Company van and uniform Depending on role Flexible working arrangements with remote working widely available iPad and mobile phone Depending on role Our Values People Matter We put colleagues and customers at the heart of all we do. Valuing difference, we are free to challenge each other and are open and honest in our relationships. Own It We say what we'll do and then we do it. We listen, understand and are empowered to make decisions. We look for our own ways to learn and adapt and focus on what we can do. One Team We are connected, collaborative and in it together. We want everyone to reach their potential and be the best they can be. We actively support each other to make this happen. Be Brave We are curious and courageous. We look for better ways to do things, are comfortable trying them and learn quickly. We are not afraid to stand out from the rest and celebrate our successes.

Health and Safety Manager, Specialist & Supported Housing, Neighbourhoods

Job Description Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK's first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Introduction At Lewisham Council, we believe in building on potential. As a Home Ownership Officer, your ability to proactively manage a variety of Right to Buy and home ownership functions within procedural &amp; legislative deadlines could have a real impact on people's lives. We aim to provide a better experience and more opportunities for residents, communities - and the dedicated people who join our growing team. What's the role? As a Home Ownership Officer, you will be responsible for providing a high quality, customer focused and responsive service to Lewisham Homes homeowners. If successful, the main duties of your role will be: • Proactively manage a variety of RTB and home ownership functions within procedural &amp; legislative deadlines and keep up to date with relevant legislation and good practice issues relating to the role. • Build good working relationships with the local Tenant and Residents' Associations. Attend court of hours meetings as required. • Respond to correspondence and complaints and provide drafts for member's enquiries and take legal action as necessary (attend court and tribunals as required). • Investigate complex cases, work collaboratively with other departments, partners and stakeholders to ensure multi agency responses to complex cases and carry out home / estate visits / inspections in a lone working capacity as required. What's in it for you? Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including: <ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance </li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme </li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies </li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans </li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships </li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we're looking for You are flexible and have excellent peoples' skills. You will have an eye for accuracy and attention to detail. You will be keen to resolve enquiries and have good collaboration skills liaising with residents and other areas of the business. You are proactive and have experience of managing leasehold issues as well as having great people skills. Location The job is primarily based in Laurence House, 1 Catford Road, London SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. The recruitment process is anonymous and we don't accept CV's. Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed. For an informal discussion about this job, please contact: Glenda Omogbai - <a href="mailto:HOS@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HOS@lewisham.gov.uk</a> Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification Salary £39,150 - £40,344 per annum (SO1) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> The Council has a dedicated employment support service, Lewisham Works, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a> and an advisor will be in touch with you. The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response. Let's stay connected, follow us on social media: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram

Home Ownership Officer

Your role We are currently hiring Housing Support Workers to join our inspiring and friendly Somerset Additional Housing Service Team, Wells - Somerset. Rethink Mental Illness are an organisation whose common purpose is to help those who are severely impacted by mental illness. Our Keward and Burcott housing services offer a supportive environment that fosters independence and recovery. We help individuals maintain their tenancy while providing access to social activities, education, employment, and training. These services support those at risk of losing or not accessing housing due to mental health issues, vulnerability, or housing-related challenges. How you will make a difference as a Housing Support Worker: <ul> <li>Working with an allocation of tenants, you will provide a robust, intensive housing management service. Supporting vulnerable individuals who experience mental ill health in promoting independence and empowering sustainment of tenancies. </li> <li>You will be required to assess the needs and risks of tenants and work in a person centred and personalised manner in order to enable individuals to sustain their tenancy. </li> <li>The role involves tenancy sign ups and property re-lets, processing referrals, day to day running of a service, and health and safety of the schemes we manage. </li></ul>Essential skills and experience required for this role: <ul> <li>I have experience of providing support to people with a mental illness in a comparable role, preferably in a housing environment. </li> <li>I have excellent administration, organisation and planning skills. </li> <li>I am competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft applications, email and internet. </li> <li>I have a good understanding of tenancy/housing management practice, lettings procedures, relevant legislation and current issues within the housing sector.</li> <li>I have a good understanding of Welfare Benefits, Housing Benefit and Universal Credit.</li></ul>Who we are? We're Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: "A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness." It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy - delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like its key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we're working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks and support groups for our ethnically diverse and LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We aim for our workforce to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve; for those who work for us to feel heard, valued and feel they belong; and for our work to help tackle wider mental health inequalities. We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience of mental illness, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and any other gender identity not expressed here (LGBTQIA+); people who are neurodiverse, have a health condition, or a disability or hidden disability and people from an ethnically diverse background - regardless of your age, religious or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, political view or socio-economic status. Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrates our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. You can read more about our progress here. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please see further details on our Website You can also follow us on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram and LinkedIn to find out more about the work we do! If you have any questions about the position, please contact <a href="mailto:-recruitment@rethink.org" target="_blank">-recruitment@rethink.org</a> IND1 Our Charity Our work to achieve this is guided by seven core values: <ul> <li>Commitment</li> <li>Equity</li> <li>Expertise</li> <li>Hope</li> <li>Openness</li> <li>Passion</li> <li>Understanding</li></ul>What do we value? Passion We are passionate about leading the way to a better quality of life for everyone severely affected by mental illness. Commitment We work tirelessly to provide support for everyone severely affected by mental illness. Openness We are open and transparent in all our work with beneficiaries, supporters, partners and the public to achieve change for people severely affected by mental illness. Hope We offer hope of a better quality of life for all those severely affected by mental illness. Expertise We constantly use our expertise to provide practical and personal support for people who are severely affected by mental illness. Understanding People who are severely affected by mental illness are at the heart of everything we do in our organisation - our membership, our governance and our workforce. Equity We believe that in a world where discrimination and disadvantage exist, treating people with equity is critical to ensure justice and fairness for all. Openness We are open and transparent in all our work with beneficiaries, supporters, partners and the public to achieve change for people severely affected by mental illness. What will you receive? You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your abilities with the opportunity to make a real difference every day. In addition, you will have excellent development opportunities including funded training, career development, and a range of e-learning courses. You will also receive: Employer funded pension Flexible working Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Eyecare vouchers up to £55 towards the cost of new glasses or lenses Training opportunities e-learning courses &amp; much more Annual leave 25 days rising to 30, plus bank holidays Rethink day 1 day's additional leave (pro rata) on your Birthday PULSE Reward, Benefits and Recognition Platform Employee Assistance Programme Rethink day 1 day's additional leave (pro rata) on your Birthday For the full list, see our website here. Our colleagues say "From the very start I was made to feel welcome and respected in my new team. In the short time I have been working with Rethink Mental Illness as a service administrator I have been able to contribute ideas and make meaningful change, and I appreciate that Rethink allows me to direct my own role development and help me build on the skills I want to work on." "Working for Rethink Mental Illness is the most rewarding job I could ask for. As a Peer and Volunteer Co-ordinator I get to work with a huge variety of people, with a range of skills and support them to incorporate those skills into their volunteering roles. I am always looking for gaps that need filling and creating new and exciting opportunities that will benefit our service, mental health in the community, but most importantly the people giving up their time to help." "I've previously worked in a large corporate environment, in the criminal justice sector and other charities. Without a shadow of a doubt, Rethink Mental Illness has been the best employer I've ever had. They care about their staff. Its great working with like-minded people and knowing that you are making a real difference to people's lives." "It feels very rewarding to be part of such a meaningful Organisation where everyone is valued and has the opportunity to make a difference". Please be mindful that we may need to close adverts early if we receive a high volume of applications, we, therefore, encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Job description Post Ref: CC459 Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance. We are looking for an individual who is passionate, capable, and client-focused to join the Refuge Team based in Calderdale. The Refuge aims to help women and children fleeing domestic abuse by providing them with temporary accommodation and assisting clients to secure and move into their own accommodation, supporting them in a holistic and trauma informed way and building partnerships with external agencies. You will have previous experience of working with vulnerable people in a support environment, with an understanding of the different forms of Domestic Abuse and respond in a way that makes survivors feel heard and understood. You will be able to demonstrate that you have a good understanding of professional boundaries, safeguarding, risk assessment, and confidentiality. Ability to speak fluent in Urdu/Punjabi is essential for the role. Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes. For further details, please refer to the role profile. The offices are based outside of central Halifax. If you would like to discuss the role, hours of work or location in more detail, please contact Sarah Battle on 07813 354867. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. Closing Date: Thursday 3rd July 2025 Interview Date: Thursday 10th July 2025 We may utilise digital interview methods. As part of our Vision ( <a href="https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/" target="_blank">https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/</a> ) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities for both full and part time staff. On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change. Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel. For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub .

Domestic Abuse Housing Support Worker (Urdu & Punjabi Language Skills)

At Beam, you get to do work that matters for the world. We're solving the world's toughest social problems with an incredible team, tech and AI. And we're growing fast It's not easy. Nothing worth doing ever is. But we take care of everyone who works here, from coaching and personal budgets to competitive pay. You'll be joining a company that's having a huge positive impact, with a high-performance culture where you can grow our business, enjoy your career and rapidly progress. About the role We're looking for a Housing Caseworker to transform the lives of disadvantaged people by supporting them into stable jobs and homes. You'll be joining a team of values-driven and creative caseworkers while being individually responsible for supporting a caseload of people referred to Beam - our "members". After an immersive training period, you'll help our members to picture a brighter future before guiding them through concrete steps to achieve their goals. That means everything from teaching critical skills - like CV writing or house hunting - to coaching and developing vital levels of self-confidence. Check out 'A day in the life' of a Caseworker on Instagram here and here ! As a Housing Caseworker at Beam, you will have the opportunity to support people into independence - this could be through securing a home or by helping them build on critical skills like IT, self-confidence and more, all the while leveraging your strengths and building innovative solutions to better support our members every step of the way. You'll be <ul> <li>Crafting personalised action plans - to support people into stable homes.</li> <li>Supporting vulnerable individuals - using our AI-powered caseworker technology and your excellent caseworker skills to empower members to reach their goals.</li> <li>Working towards targets - ensuring measurable progress and impact in the lives of our members through secured homes and more.</li> <li>Harnessing technology to amplify your impact - Homelessness is on the rise and we're supporting more people than ever before - you'll learn to harness platforms like G-Suite and AI tools to increase efficiencies and ultimately better support your members.</li> <li>Running remote and in-person meetings - you'll often be supporting your members in-person which might require some travel (up to several times per week).</li> <li>Wearing your problem-solving hat - the people we support have unique barriers and you'll regularly research and find creative ways to overcome them and hunt down the best opportunities for progression.</li> </ul>You are <ul> <li>Compassionate - you'll need to be equipped with strong listening skills, genuine compassion and a super positive attitude to support members navigating very challenging times.</li> <li>Confident and have strong communication skills - you'll set boundaries and clearly communicate with a diverse group of people, from members and landlords to internal stakeholders and our government partners.</li> <li>Adaptable and resilient - you're someone who's energised by ever-changing and fast-paced environments.</li> <li>An 'ideas person' - changing lives is not easy, and you're someone who loves hard challenge driven to find new and better ways of doing things.</li> <li>Experienced multitasker - you'll need to be comfortable managing numerous cases simultaneously, ensuring progress for each individual.</li> <li>Respect for data-driven decision-making - alongside your humanity, you'll appreciate the importance of acting on data.</li> </ul>Our benefits <ul> <li>Salary range of £29-36k London-based, or £27-33k remote-based (dependent on experience - we'll have an open discussion).</li> <li>Generous EMI-qualifying share options.</li> <li>Access to therapy, coaching, classes &amp; content - powered by Oliva .</li> <li>1:1 workplace coaching with More Happi.</li> <li>Your own financial well-being coach, through Bippit.</li> <li>Generous Holiday - 25 days 3 additional days over the Christmas period + bank holidays.</li> <li>Work remotely up to 6 weeks a year.</li> <li>Eligible for 6 weeks sabbatical after 3 years in service.</li> <li>Nursery scheme through Gogeta.</li> <li>Healthcare cover through Benenden Health.</li> <li>Enhanced parental leave: Primary Caregiver leave 18 weeks and Secondary Caregiver leave 4 weeks.</li> <li>£200 WellBeam budget for activities enhancing wellbeing and professional development.</li> <li>Regular team talks from leading UK tech entrepreneurs.</li> <li>Annual membership to Shoreditch Exchange gym.</li> <li>Pension scheme where we contribute 3% of your salary and you contribute 5%.</li> <li>Free subscription to Calm meditation app.</li> <li>Discounted bike and accessories with Cyclescheme, and tech products with Techscheme.</li> </ul>Application process We have a 4-stage interview process, giving you plenty of time to learn about Beam while we get to know you. <ol> <li>30-minute video call with a member of our team.</li> <li>Timed scenario-based tasks, giving you a better sense of the role.</li> <li>Role-play discussions with members of the team.</li> <li>Final interview with one of our Senior Leadership Team.</li> </ol> Please note: <ul> <li>We have a 6-month wait period before you can re-apply for this role.</li> <li>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship to candidates.</li> </ul>Feeling excited? Start your journey to a more impactful career today. We're excited to hear from you! Department Operations Locations Beam HQ Remote status Hybrid

Housing Caseworker

Housing Manager Harlow and Hertford - working from home and within the patch Permanent, full time (37.5hrs) Salary circa £35,000 per annum (up to £38,000 depending on experience) plus great benefits including Health Cash Plan Home, a place where you belong Join us as a Housing Manager at Home Group, in our awesome housing team in the Central Region, covering Harlow and Hertford. You'll be our face-to-face customer support to our estates, ensuring we provide safe homes and communities where people choose to live. You'll provide first class customer service, delivering our customer promise every day! Typical day as a Housing Manager <ul> <li> Through visibility, engagement with customers and proactivity on our estates, you'll really get to get to know our communities. </li> <li> You'll look after a number of patches and neighbourhoods (ably supported by our Community Housing Assistants). </li> <li> Through visibility, engagement with customers and proactivity on our estates, you'll really get to get to know our communities. This will help us to improve our local neighbourhoods. </li> <li> Proactively managing anti-social behaviours in our estates, responding to customer queries and complaints. </li> <li> Managing our voids process including liaising with local authorities. </li> <li> Carry out estate inspections, engaging and meeting with contractors on site, as well as carrying out and recording the routine safety and compliance checks in our buildings and communities. </li> </ul>Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You'll do that here, working for one of the Top Ten Great Places to Work in the UK! About You <ul> <li> You are experienced in the housing sector and understand housing management, housing law and the impact of anti social behaviour. </li> <li> You have, or are willing to work towards Chartered Institute of Housing Level 3 </li> <li> Super organised and methodical in your approach, you're also a proactive self-starter with a "can do" positive attitude </li> <li> Passionate about delivering excellent customer service and have a genuine desire to help your customers. </li> <li> This job can challenge, especially when we're dealing with complaints but your resilience will help you through. </li> <li> Confident working with external partners and stakeholders such as local authorities, MP's etc </li> </ul> Our team Looking for a job where you really belong? Where you can be, well you! Bring your uniqueness, brilliant skills and awesome experience to deliver amazing things for our customers. You'll join our team, who come from different walks of life and are here to support you as you make yourself at Home! Job details <ul> <li> This is a hybrid role and in an average week, you'll spend a few days working from our community patches of Harlow, and Hertford. </li> <li> Although you'll spend time in our neighbourhoods, we do get together regularly, meeting at our Bishops Stortford Office monthly, and working from home catching up on admin. </li> <li> There may be some flexibility to adapt your working hours, do let us know about this when you meet us at the interview </li> <li> We mainly work Monday to Friday and work occasional evenings to meet with customers. The great news is that you'll be able to shape your own diary. </li> <li> To get from A to B, you'll need a vehicle insured for business purposes. The great news is that we'll pay your mileage! </li> <li> You'll need a Standard DBS check done and we pay for that. </li> </ul> A place where you belong Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work ! What's in it for you? <ul> <li> 34 days leave (this includes bank hols and a "me day" to use whenever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too! </li> <li> Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We'll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more. </li> <li> Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us. </li> <li> We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you're ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us! </li> <li> Colleagues really matters to us, that's why we're the 10 th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them. </li> <li> Explore our benefits in detail on our website. </li> </ul> Find out more Click APPLY NOW to see our Housing Manager Job description , find out about us and for help to apply . Sometimes we close a job early, so don't delay or you might miss out. Finally, do let us know if there's anything we can do, to help you shine in our process at <a href="mailto:recruitment@homegroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@homegroup.org.uk</a>

Housing Manager

We are hiring a Support Worker role at Target Housing to join our team Locations: Hull Job Type: Full-Time, permanent Application Deadline: 7th July 2025 Roles we have available <ul><li>Hull AST Support worker</li></ul>About us Target Housing is a charity and registered social landlord. Over the past 30 years we have shown that stable accommodation and support can help transform lives. We work in a psychologically and trauma informed way to empower people to achieve independence. Target delivers the highest standard of housing and support to enable vulnerable people to live independently, fulfil their potential and contribute to their communities and wider society. In a typical week... You will be allocated a caseload of clients who you will support for the agreed contractual hours. We have offices in each area where you can collaborate with other colleagues and managers. You can discuss your client needs and issues as support for yourself and others. Working hours are generally 9am to 5pm with a 20-minute unpaid lunch break. We offer A starting salary of £25,715, after a full 1 years' service this will rise to £27,025 and further years' service, this will rise to £27,995. You will get an initial 28 days Annual Leave with an additional day a year up to 33 days leave, PLUS 8 Bank Holidays. There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development</li><li>Allocated training</li><li>Mileage Compensation</li><li>Access Membership to Westfield Health &amp; Lifetime Financial</li><li>Ability to apply for the Blue Light card</li><li>Employer Contributory Company pension scheme (4%)</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li></ul>If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. Get in touch If you have any questions about the role, please get in touch with <a href="mailto:bella.crane@targethousing.org.uk" target="_blank">bella.crane@targethousing.org.uk</a> and /or <a href="mailto:donna.mcguiness@targethousing.org.uk" target="_blank">donna.mcguiness@targethousing.org.uk</a> Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible! This role is subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, a full valid driving licence, access to a road worthy vehicle and two satisfactory reference checks JOB DESCRIPTION Main Purpose To provide high quality housing and support services to residents in order to assist them to sustain their tenancies. Specific tasks <ul><li>Assist residents when moving in, or out of Target accommodation. </li></ul><ul><li>Assess the circumstances, aspirations and needs of each resident in order to make a support plan that is relevant to the resident and realistic in its achievement.</li></ul><ul><li>Act as residents' keyworker offering advice and support to negotiated and agreed support planning to enable them to develop their skills for independent living.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist residents to maximise their income and to manage their personal budgets.</li></ul><ul><li>Support residents to understand their rights and responsibilities under their occupancy agreements.</li></ul><ul><li>Support and motivation to residents encouraging them to achieve personal goals.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out regular resident risk assessment and ensure it is properly recorded and copied to relevant officers in the organisation.</li></ul><ul><li>Review support plans periodically and adapt them according to changing needs</li></ul><ul><li>Make sure residents pay the rent due to Target Housing as required by the occupancy agreement. Assist residents with their benefit claims where necessary.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor residents' handling of Target Housing property and consumption of gas &amp; electricity.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor residents' compliance with their occupancy agreements. Inform Service Manager who will then act to resolve non-compliance issues.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor occupancy to ensure that properties have not been abandoned or damaged and take prompt action when it happens to avoid unnecessary costs to TH.</li><li>Where appropriate, help residents with budgeting. Negotiate with other bodies on behalf of the resident on the repayment of arrears such as rent owed to the Local Authority Housing Department.</li><li>Liaise with the Probation Service and any other appropriate bodies to ensure that all are aware of relevant information.</li><li>Enable and support the service user to deal with conflict and disputes amongst service users and between service users and neighbours.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist in the delivery and development of resident activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Keep all prescribed records in order that the value of the tenant support service can be audited and comply with confidentiality policy.</li></ul><ul><li>Build links with external organisations, to maintain constructive working relations and to ensure resident's needs are met.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in office duty arrangements.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide cover for absent Housing Support Assistants &amp; Supported Housing Assistant.</li></ul><ul><li>Accompany a colleague to an appointment or visit where dual attendance is required.</li></ul>General tasks <ul><li>Attend and participate in training sessions or activities as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in team meetings and supervision as required,</li></ul><ul><li>Perform other such duties as may be required to further the aims of Target Housing within the Health and Safety requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>Adhere to all of Target Housing's policies and procedures in particular our Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Health and Safety policies.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out other such duties as directed by senior managers as appropriate to the aims of Target Housing.</li></ul>Person specifications <ul><li>Understanding of services provided to vulnerable groups</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering supported housing services. </li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering services to residents in housing and supported accommodation</li></ul><ul><li>Basic knowledge of Welfare Benefits System. </li></ul><ul><li>An understanding of risk assessments and support planning</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of the Judiciary System in the UK</li></ul>Competencies Customer Focus (Critical) Integrity (Critical) Team Working (Critical) Confidence &amp; Judgment (Very Important) Communication and Influence (Very Important) Planning &amp; Organising (Important) Technical (Important) Closing date: 07/0/2025 Target welcomes applications from all members of the community. Target reserves the right to close this role earlier than stated should the number of applications suffice.

Housing Support Worker AST

Job description Full Time, Permanent Location: Based at 100 Temple Street &amp; home working by agreement. Are you passionate about housing and homelessness issues? We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly team who is interested in homelessness issues, has good IT, liaison and co-ordination skills, and ideally, experience in working with referral or placement accommodation registers. The focus of this role is to help improve the interface and communication between commissioned temporary accommodation, support services for homeless households and the referral routes/operational aspects of our Housing Support Register. Based within Housing Options, you will work closely with members of the Commissioning and Contracts team &amp; the team that administers the Housing Support Register and other key stakeholders. You will also assist in working collectively to create more fluid, efficient and outcome focused processes to ensure that data inputting is accurate. If you are interested in helping create a better experience for homeless clients and are engaged and solution-focused, we would like to hear from you. The work is varied and in a typical week you might visit a commissioned provider to discuss possible improvements to how sensitive client information is recorded and shared, run a training session for new users of the Housing Support Register, clarify with operational colleagues on commissioning intentions in terms of referrals to a particular service and look at technical solutions to improving how rough sleeper information can be analysed. You should be very confident working with spreadsheets and placement data, have good written and verbal communication and to compliment your training skills. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career. Want to know more? Please email Katie McLoughlin or Hywel Caddy: <a href="mailto:katie.mcloughlin@bristol.gov.uk" target="_blank">katie.mcloughlin@bristol.gov.uk</a> , <a href="mailto:hywel.caddy@bristol.gov.uk" target="_blank">hywel.caddy@bristol.gov.uk</a> At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.

Housing Support Register Co-ordinator (Distinct Pathways)

The role This Role: Neighbourhood Manager known internally as Woking PFI Neighbourhood Manager Salary Range: £44,612 - £46,960 dependent upon experience Full Time Permanent Post based on 37.5hrs per week - Fully office based MTVH are recruiting for a highly skilled and experienced Housing Manager to be employed on a full-time permanent office-based role, to lead on the delivery of an enhanced housing management service. This role manages a Neighbourhood Officer who in turn supports the Neighbourhood Manager in the delivery and monitoring of all housing management related services and delivery of KPI's as directed by the Head of Service. We are looking for a natural leader with a passion for community and operational excellence. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we want you to join our team at our Woking PFI scheme. This role involves working closely with residents, local partners, and internal teams to address community issues, improve housing services and enhance the quality of life for residents. This is a fast-paced, customer-facing management role that requires strong housing and property management expertise. What you'll need to succeed :<ul><li>Excellent leadership skills and significant experience &amp; knowledge in the delivery of a housing management &amp; repairs service.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of the Regulator of Social Housing requirements upon housing providers</li><li>Excellent knowledge of housing legislation across all tenues</li><li>Excellent knowledge of tenant satisfaction measurement</li><li>Understanding of PFI contracts</li><li>Experience of working in housing in a tenure blind setting</li><li>Experience of dealing with customers presenting with complex needs</li><li>Experience of contract management and holding contractors to account</li><li>Possess high levels of attention to detail and accuracy in writing and numeracy</li><li>Experience of working with internal &amp; external stakeholders</li><li>Significant experience of budget management</li><li>Excellent leadership skills and the ability to manage a varied and a very diverse &amp; demanding workload</li><li>Experience &amp; skills to use IT systems to deliver innovative services and ensure customer interactions are captured accordingly</li><li>Be an innovative self-starter who isn't afraid of challenge</li><li>Experience of managing &amp; reporting on projects against agreed targets.</li><li>Be willing to work flexible hours as required</li></ul> What you will be doing: <ul><li>Acting as the primary point of contact for residents within the neighbourhood.</li><li>Managing and monitoring housing services, including tenancy management, estate inspections, and anti-social behaviour cases.</li><li>Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, and local stakeholders to foster community engagement and empowerment.</li><li>Coordinating with internal departments (repairs, lettings, income, compliance etc.) to ensure a seamless service delivery.</li><li>Leading neighbourhood improvement initiatives and community development projects.</li><li>Monitoring and reporting on neighbourhood performance indicators, including resident satisfaction and service outcomes.</li><li>Responding to complaints and enquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and equality and diversity policies.</li></ul> Desirable <ul><li>Supervisory/Staff Management</li></ul>To meet our commitment to providing safe, high-quality services to our customers we will complete a Basic level background check with the Disclosure and Barring service once an offer of employment is made. Interview Diary Date: 29/07/2025 to be conducted at Premier House, 52 London Road, Twickenham, TW1 3RP 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.

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