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Job Title: Lawyer (Property) Part Time (18 hours per week)Service:&nbsp;Democracy, Law and People Team:&nbsp;Legal Services &amp; Information Governance Location:&nbsp;The Burys, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1HR and Millmead House, Guildford, GU2 4BB Reporting to:&nbsp;Principal Lawyer (Property) Responsible for:&nbsp;Supporting Paralegal, Apprentices and AssistantsAbout the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Property Lawyer&nbsp;to join our Legal Services team, supporting both Waverley Borough Council and Guildford Borough Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of property-related legal matters and contribute to projects that make a real difference in our communities.You will provide high-quality legal advice and transactional support across all property matters, including housing, Right to Buy, shared ownership, and other areas of council business. The role involves both contentious and non-contentious work, attending committees and working groups, and advising officers and members at all levels.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate legal advice on property law and related matters.</li><li>Manage a varied caseload, including property transactions and housing-related issues.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements, notices, and other documents.</li><li>Attend council committees and working groups, providing legal guidance (including occasional evening meetings).</li><li>Prepare cases for court, inquiries, or hearings and represent the council or instruct external counsel.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law.</li><li>Support and mentor junior colleagues within Legal Services.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.</li><li>Strong experience in property law, ideally within local government or public sector.</li><li>Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.</li><li>Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and prioritise effectively.</li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships.</li><li>Commitment to continuous professional development.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Work on meaningful projects that impact local communities.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits package.</li></ul>To Apply: Submit your CV and supporting statement&nbsp;How to applyTo apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.Further information on this vacancy<ul><li><a href="https://ats-waverley.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/327737/documents/773885" target="_blank">Recruitment Pack - Join our Team at Waverley</a></li><li><a href="https://ats-waverley.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/327737/documents/773891" target="_blank">Job Description</a></li></ul>

Property Lawyer

<h4>About the Role</h4>Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference to local communities? Join us as a Housing Development Assistant and play a key part in delivering high-quality homes and regeneration projects across the borough.This is an exciting opportunity to work within our Housing Development Team, supporting the delivery of new build, mixed-use, and refurbishment schemes that improve lives and create vibrant neighbourhoods.<h4>What You’ll Do</h4><ul><li>Assist in managing and delivering housing development projects.</li><li>Identify development opportunities within existing housing stock.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service, offering advice and solutions to residents.</li><li>Maintain accurate project records, risk logs, and trackers.</li><li>Co-ordinate handovers and monitor defects during the 12-month period.</li><li>Organise public relations events for new developments and support marketing activities.</li><li>Prepare reports for governance meetings and assist with grant funding applications.</li></ul><h4>What We’re Looking For</h4><ul><li>Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.</li><li>Excellent communication and customer service skills.</li><li>A proactive, problem-solving approach with attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders.</li><li>Commitment to equality, diversity, and confidentiality.</li></ul>Experience in housing development or project support is desirable, but we welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and a passion for making a difference.<h4>Why Join Us?</h4><ul><li>Be part of a team delivering real impact for local communities.</li><li>Enjoy a supportive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Access professional development opportunities.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li></ul>Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us build homes and communities that matter.If you’re ready to make your mark and play a key role in new sustainable homes across the borough, we’d love to hear from you.This is a hybrid role – mixture of home and office working.This post is a full-time role at 37 hours per week. However, all applications will be considered.For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Louisa Blundell, Housing Development Manager on 01483 523205.We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.Closing date for applications: 9pm on Monday 15 December 2025.Interview date:&nbsp;To be confirmedPlease note we do not accept applications after the time given on the advert.Further information on this vacancy<ul><li><a href="https://ats-waverley.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/327117/documents/772953" target="_blank">Recruitment Pack - Join our Team at Waverley</a></li><li><a href="https://ats-waverley.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/327117/documents/772956" target="_blank">Job Description</a></li></ul>

Housing Development Assistant

Additional role requirements:<ul><li>DBS check required</li><li>Full valid driving licence</li></ul>Are you the one who can keep our buildings — and our people — safe?We’re on the lookout for a skilled and proactive Building Services Testing Officer to join our team. In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for testing, inspecting, and maintaining PA Housing’s fire safety systems and building services equipment. From fire alarms to emergency lighting, you’ll make sure our homes and buildings are safe, compliant, and working exactly as they should.This role will be primarily onsite and the area you will be covering is mainly South East London with a bit of South West and Croydon. So it's essential you are comfortable driving a van round London.This isn’t just a job — it’s about protecting lives and ensuring residents feel safe where they live.What’s in it for you….In addition to the salary, we offer a number of benefits, including:£30,951, increasing to £32,266 upon successful completion of your probation<ul><li>High street discount schemes</li><li>Health cash plans</li><li>26 days’ annual leave, increasing to 29 after three years, with the opportunity to buy more</li><li>Flexible bank holidays – take them when it suits you</li><li>Car leasing scheme</li></ul>What you’ll be doing……<ul><li>Carrying out regular testing, servicing, and inspection of fire safety systems and building services equipment (e.g. fire alarms, emergency lighting, AOVs, extinguishers, lifts, and more)</li><li>Recording outcomes on our asset management system (Keystone) using mobile devices</li><li>Reporting faults, malfunctions, or safety issues found during inspections</li><li>Raising urgent orders and repairs where required</li><li>Working with the wider Building Services team to improve consistency and share best practice</li></ul> What we’re looking for:<ul><li>Strong knowledge of fire safety measures and active fire safety systems</li><li>Good technical knowledge of building services equipment, electrical systems, and maintenance</li><li>Understanding of Health &amp; Safety requirements in building services</li><li>Hands-on experience with servicing and maintaining fire alarms, detection systems, and emergency equipment</li></ul>Qualifications (desirable):<ul><li>ICEL Advanced maintenance &amp; operation in emergency lighting</li><li>ICEL Emergency lighting foundation &amp; design</li><li>FIA Unit 1 Fire detection &amp; design</li><li>FIA Unit 5 Fire alarm maintenance</li><li>Servicing &amp; maintenance of portable fire extinguishers</li><li>FIA Unit 4 Installation &amp; testing of fire alarms</li><li>FIA Electrical competency</li><li>NICEIC Safe isolation workshop</li><li>NICEIC Electrical accessory replacement</li></ul>If you’ve got the expertise and passion to keep our buildings safe, we’d love to hear from you. Don’t forget to upload your qualifications with your application to show us you’ve got what it takes!Disclosure and Barring Service:This role requires of the successful candidate to complete a standard/enhanced DBS check. A standard DBS check will show any spent and unspent convictions.So why do we need to know this information? This role will be required to visit / support PA Housing residents in their own homes on a regular basis. Therefore we have a duty to our residents to ensure that we have taken precautions regarding who will be visiting them and representing PA Housing.Having unspent convictions will not necessarily preclude you from being recruited into the role; if you are potentially the successful candidate, we will complete a risk assessment with you to understand the circumstances around your conviction, how relevant they are to the post you have applied for and what remedial action , if any, have you have taken since your conviction. Suitable references will also need to be obtained prior to commencement of employment.

Compliance Testing Officer (Fire Safety)

<ul><li>Reference: EC187 </li><li>Division: Crawley Homes </li><li>Salary: £29,282.00 - £31,904.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Permanent </li><li>Posted on: 19 December 2025 </li><li>Interview date:22 January 2026</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: D - E </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 11 January 2026 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul>Apply for this job About the role Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making a difference to our residents? We are looking for a dedicated Housing Assistant to join our Tenancy Services team in Crawley Homes. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you have a strong background in office administration and a passion for public service, we'd love to hear from you. As a Housing Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality housing services. Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>managing direct debit processes and rent control tasks</li><li>handling low-level rent arrears and processing refunds</li><li>supporting the Tenancy Management team including mutual exchanges, name changes, and tenancy queries</li><li>assisting with the voids and lettings process - from receiving keys to creating tenancy agreements</li><li>responding to housing enquiries and maintaining accurate records</li></ul>What we're looking for: <ul><li>proven admin experience, ideally in housing or local government</li><li>excellent communication and organisational skills</li><li>ability to work independently and as part of a team</li></ul>Crawley is a great place to work, with a thriving business district and excellent transport connections including nearby Gatwick Airport. We are based in our modern Town Hall which opened in 2023 and is located a short walk from the town centre and railway station. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received. Additional information Satisfactory clearance of a Basic Disclosure and Barring check (DBS) is a condition of employment. Employee benefits We offer a generous employee benefits package, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone. Our way of working Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match. Safer recruitment Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups. How to apply Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form. For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:Asad.Raja@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Asad.Raja@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Area Housing Manager or call on 01293 438755. Apply for this job Related documents <ul><li> Housing Assistant job description (PDF, 137.78 KB) </li></ul>Salary range <ul><li>£29,282 - £31,904 per year</li></ul>

Housing Assistant

About the Borough The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes. Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the "Ambitious for Sutton" corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world's leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living. The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the 'Ambitious for Sutton' corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family. About the Role and our Ideal Candidate The role is a standalone, part time (18 hours per week) administration role, providing business support functions to the Community Safety Team and wider community safety partnership. The position holder will coordinate a wide range of operational and strategic partnership meetings on behalf of the team. The key duties involved are: - Collation and distribution of meeting agendas/papers - Recording and distribution of minutes - Management of team inboxes The hours of this role will be spread across three days within our core hours. Monday-Wednesday or Tuesday-Thursday 10-4. About you You will be experienced in providing administrative support to a team- experience of working in a local government or partnership service setting would be advantageous. You will need excellent minute taking skills for a variety of strategic and operational meetings. Excellent computer skills and communication skills. Use of Google systems (desirable). About Us Sutton's Community Safety Team is a small team based in Sutton Police Station one day a week and hybrid working on other days. The team is part of the Integrated Support &amp; Safer Communities service within Sutton Children's Services- People Directorate. The team works closely with the Metropolitan Police and a range of partners and organisations to improve safety for residents and visitors within the London Borough of Sutton. Our Offer To You As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include: <ul><li> A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade </li><li> Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave </li><li> Two volunteering days per year </li><li> Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role) </li><li> Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks </li><li> Learning and development portal offering a range of courses </li><li> Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres </li><li> Interest free season ticket loans </li><li> Local Government Pension Scheme </li><li> Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme </li><li> Zip car scheme </li><li> Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support </li></ul>Application Process Apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections. We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities. However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward. 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, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. Additional Information We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups. To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract. The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis. Job Profile

Community Safety Coordinator

Overview Do you want to work for a caring organisation that believes in people? Do you want to make a difference? As a Recovery Coordinator with Change Grow Live you'll work with people who use our services, helping them get to where they want to be. Responsibilities With this role you'll be working as part of the non-opiate team, based in Reading. The team supports people with their or their loved ones' drug and/or alcohol issues. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. You'll have to record information about what you do, so enjoying a bit of paperwork and attention to detail is important. But most of the time you'll be enjoying working with people from all backgrounds, making a difference to their lives. This is what one of our Recovery Co-ordinators/people who use our service had to say "I like the team spirit, that we all bring something different and we always put the people who use our service first". Our values are to be compassionate, open and bold. If this sounds like you we'd love to hear from you so click apply. 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: Jules Fox | <a href="mailto:jules.fox@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">jules.fox@cgl.org.uk</a> | 07586 613933 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

12 months fixed term maternity cover Are you passionate about preventing homelessness and supporting people in finding sustainable housing solutions? Reading Borough Council is looking for a motivated, empathetic, and proactive individual to join our Housing Needs Team as a Homelessness Prevention Officer. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as a diverse and inclusive team will be 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. About the role: <ul> <li> Leading on your own caseload and work collaboratively with other partner agencies. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> You will work with members of the public to prevent them from losing their current home or to support them to secure a new one. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> The focus of the role is to prevent households from being homeless whilst working within the legal framework. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> The successful candidate will have the ability to negotiate through a variety of environments </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Will require you to have difficult conversations and deliver on realistic expectations. </li> </ul> Main Duties and responsibilities: In this vital role, you'll be working directly with residents at risk of homelessness to identify the root causes of their housing issues and support them to find lasting solutions. You'll create and manage personalised housing plans, tailoring your approach to meet the unique needs of each customer. Whether it's negotiating with landlords, mediating family breakdowns, or identifying benefit entitlements, you'll be there every step of the way to support people in maintaining or securing accommodation. You'll carry out interviews, home visits, and outreach work in a range of settings including homes, prisons, hostels, and hospitals. Using your knowledge of housing law, welfare benefits, and tenancy rights, you'll provide timely, accurate advice and support to help people navigate complex and often urgent situations. Where homelessness cannot be prevented, you'll be responsible for making statutory decisions in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, managing casework to ensure compliance with legislation and best practice. Collaboration is key in this role. You'll work closely with internal departments, health services, social care, and local charities to safeguard vulnerable individuals and secure positive outcomes. You'll also contribute to service development, support new team members, and play a key role in driving continuous improvement within our homelessness prevention service. About you: We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person with excellent communication skills and experience in problem solving and partnership working, with the ability to work with local residents to ensure their community feels safe. You will need to be able to complete case records, collate evidence and write witness statements, all underpinned with excellent organisational &amp; IT skills and the ability to manage your own workload. 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. Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition 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 30 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave </li> </ul> <ul> <li> A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) </li> </ul> <ul> <li> On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax </li> </ul> To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact <a href="mailto:Anna.Layzell@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Anna.Layzell@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Sunday 4th January 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed Interview Process: To be confirmed

Homelessness Prevention Officer

Job Title: Tenancy Manager Location: The Meadows, Camberley (2 days from home) Brand: LRG Salary: £25,000 basic plus £1k objective bonus (£250 quarterly) Hours: 08:30am - 17:00pm About LRG: LRG, is a well- established and reputable property group across the UK. With a history rooted in proving exceptional property services, Leaders has earned a commendable reputation for its commitment to professionalism, client satisfaction and expertise in the property market. Job Summary and key responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of Tenancy Management, LRG are seeking a Tenancy Manager to join a dedicated and dynamic new team based in The Meadows, Camberley. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our customers receive the highest level of service and support. You will act as a point of contact for our non-managed landlords, assisting them with inquiries, booking check out and compliance appointments, assisting with the end of tenancy deposit administration, and ensuring a smooth process throughout the tenancy from beginning to end. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>You'll be expected to provide excellent levels of both telephone and written communication.</li><li>To ensure Non managed check out process is followed and communication is sent out within company process via the Depositary site</li><li>Working to ensure that all mandatory compliance / legislation is in place where landlords have requested we organise this, if this has not occurred to ensure that company process has been followed</li><li>Booking check out appointments, and communicating the end of tenancy process with non-managed Landlords and Tenants</li><li>Placing calls to all non-managed landlords and tenants 2 weeks prior to vacation to ensure they understand the check out process and time frame</li><li>Dealing with non-managed deposits that are part of the No Deposit Scheme</li><li>To work with the team leaders, head of centers and branch network to understand the reason for any lost units</li><li>To maintain high levels of communication to internal and external customers</li><li>To act as a consistent contact point for our non managed clients</li></ul>What are we looking for: <ul><li>Excellent communication, written and verbal</li><li>Professional telephone manner</li><li>Organisational skills, time management and attention to detail</li></ul>What we can offer you: <ul><li>Proven track record for career growth and advancement within the company</li><li>Market leading training and ongoing professional development</li><li>Access to a diverse portfolio of properties</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li></ul>Benefits: <ul><li>Competitive base salary and additional incentives</li><li>Quarterly and yearly awards including trips abroad</li><li>Salary sacrifice pension scheme</li><li>Generous Holiday allowance, increasing by 1 day per year based on service</li><li>Excellent Parental leave and newly introduced Fertility policy</li><li>Staff discounts</li></ul>LRG are an equal opportunities employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated individual to our team who shares our commitment to excellence in the Real Estate Industry. LRG does not engage the services of Recruitment agencies for the purpose of hiring. All job openings are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment team. We do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate referral from Recruitment agencies, and any such submissions will not be considered. Department Tenancy/Property Management Locations Camberley, United Kingdom Employment type Full-time Driving Licence Required No

Tenancy Manager

Location: Surrey Salary: up to £45,000 + car allowance £5,800 Contact &amp; hours: Are you looking for a career that makes a real difference? A role with Achieve together might be the perfect opportunity for a long-lasting, rewarding career in the social care sector. We are looking for team members who are passionate about supporting people, helping our Operations teams deliver excellent care and support, and celebrating achievements. Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Housing Officer to join our community hub team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation's core operations and ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of services. Key Responsibilities: • Own the day-to-day management of a multi-site housing portfolio (owned and leasehold), maintaining accurate asset, compliance and risk registers. • Plan and deliver cyclical/statutory checks and remedial actions (gas, electrical, fire, water hygiene, asbestos) and maintain auditable records. • Ensure compliance with the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), HMO licensing (where applicable), the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and Fire Safety (England) Regulations in communal parts; and apply the NFCC Specialised Housing guidance and person-centered fire risk assessments in supported settings. • For higher-risk or complex buildings, support Building Safety Act/Fire Safety Act duties in liaison with the competent person/responsible person including fire door checks, plans, wayfinding and resident engagement as relevant. • Draft, issue and manage tenancy/occupation agreements; complete sign-ups, renewals, transfers and terminations in line with law and policy. • Set up and operate systems, documents and processes for tenancy management and income collection; advise operational colleagues on tenancy sustainment. • Manage breaches (including ASB, arrears, property condition), abandoned tenancies, squatters and unauthorised occupiers; prepare cases and instruct legal action where required. • Work with the referral team to design and run fair housing applications, lettings and transfer processes for supported living and general needs. • Ensure housing operations are aligned with organisational growth plans, supporting occupancy targets and long-term sustainability. Requirements: • Driving licence is essential • Experience of housing/tenancy management, including supported living environments and HMO/PRS compliance. • Working knowledge of landlord compliance (HHSRS, gas/electrical safety, fire safety in communal areas, HMOs) and rent/service charge setting. • Strong track record in supporting income management and arrears recovery, and in navigating Housing Benefit/Universal Credit for supported housing. • Experience handling breaches, legal processes, abandoned tenancies and unauthorised occupancy. • Proven ability to collaborate with RPs/landlords, local authorities and care/support providers, and to lead consultations with leaseholders/tenants. • Excellent communication (written and verbal), negotiation and influencing skills; confident with external agencies and in resident-facing discussions. • Highly organised, data-driven, able to manage competing priorities across multiple sites; sound judgement and initiative. • Numerate with strong IT skills. • Relevant H&amp;S/compliance training (e.g., fire safety awareness, HHSRS awareness) desirable Benefits: At Achieve together, we see this as more than a job, this is the start of your career journey with fantastic opportunities to develop your career and reach your full potential. Not forgetting, we also offer a wide range of benefits that include: <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>Life insurance</li> <li>Stream - a financial health app that gives you the ability to receive optional pay advances</li> <li>Opportunities for ongoing education and professional growth</li> <li>Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives</li> <li>Access to counselling services and mental health programs</li> <li>Recognition schemes, team events and social activities</li> <li>Employee discount schemes across a range of retailers and services</li> <li>Staff incentive schemes such as Refer a Friend, Employee of the Month and Heroes Awards</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive work environment that values employee well-being</li> <li>Opportunities for team building and social engagement</li> </ul>Apply Now! Passion for positively shaping lives is just as important to us as your experience. Building on your existing knowledge we will give you all the training and support that you need. You just need an appetite for learning and a real desire to make a difference to peoples' lives. So, if you want to start, or continue your career journey in care with us, we want to hear from you! We regularly review our job adverts to ensure they reflect current hiring needs. In some cases, adverts may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive sufficient applications or the role is filled. Conversely, some adverts may remain open beyond the original closing date until the position is successfully filled. This approach helps us attract the best talent while maintaining flexibility in our recruitment process. To ensure fair consideration and timely progression, internal applicants should submit their applications no later than the end of the first week after the role is advertised. Applications received after this point may not be guaranteed review.

Housing Officer

The Vacancy The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are recruiting for a House Manager to join the team at our Medford House development in Purley, Surrey Hours: 25 hours per week Monday to Friday, working throughout the year. Salary: £18,798 Per annum Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager: We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>As part of McCarthy &amp; Stone Management Service, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

House 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. Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our West Sussex service. If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant team. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator to join our team who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. Location: Within this role you'll be working as part of the West Sussex Drug and Alcohol Wellbeing Network. The role is based in our East Team covering Crawley and Mid Sussex. There will be an expectation for the post holder to work from other locations across West Sussex as required Part Time Hours: 18.75 per week Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35* *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 substance 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 substance use.</li><li>Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.</li><li>Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.</li><li>Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.</li><li>Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.</li><li>Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.</li><li>A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Participation in a contributory pension scheme.</li><li>A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A warm and supportive team environment.</li><li>Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme.</li></ul>Please reflect the attached Job Description and Person Specifications in your application. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 11/1/2026 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Rebecca Roberts | <a href="mailto:rebecca.roberts@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.roberts@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Do you have a passion for good customer service? The Housing Needs Service is looking for a professional and enthusiastic person to join our innovative Housing Needs Service. We are looking for an ambitious and motivated person to join a busy team who deliver basic front line housing advice to customers and provide office support to the Homelessness Prevention Team. 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. Occasional home working may be permitted however this front line role is based at the civic centre in central Reading due to the needs of the Service About the role You'll be the first point of contact for customers experiencing housing difficulties, offering advice and signposting to appropriate services. You'll also provide essential support to the Homelessness Prevention team. Key responsibilities include:<ul> <li>Delivering excellent customer service in a busy, pressurised environment.</li> <li>Assisting with diary management, home visit bookings, and emergency accommodation placements.</li> <li>Updating and monitoring personalised housing plans.</li> <li>Providing administrative support, including case logging, scanning documents, and processing invoices.</li> <li>Responding to email and telephone enquiries, ensuring accurate case notes and updates.</li> <li>Using IT systems to maintain accurate records and data.</li> </ul>About you You'll be someone who thrives in a customer-facing role and can remain calm under pressure. You'll have strong organisational skills and a commitment to preventing homelessness. We're looking for:<ul> <li>Experience working in a customer-driven service and busy office environment.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills - face-to-face, written, and over the phone.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team, prioritising tasks effectively.</li> <li>Strong IT skills and attention to detail when updating records.</li> <li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and building relationships with internal and external partners.</li> </ul>You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition 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 30 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li> <li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li> <li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li> <li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li> <li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li> <li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li> <li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li> </ul>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact <a href="mailto:katy.long@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">katy.long@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Friday 26th December 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed in January 2026 Interview Process: Depending on number of applicants there may be an initial phone call or group session prior to individual interviews.

Housing Needs Customer Access Officer

Building Maintenance Surveyor Are you an experienced Building Surveyor looking for a new challenge? Do you want a role which will allow you to contribute positively to your community and help a range of people with different needs? Elmbridge's Asset Management and Property Services (AMPS) team is recruiting, and we need an experienced and committed person to help us make a difference in Elmbridge; we need you! Join Asset Management and Property Services team where you will use your building and maintenance surveying expertise to enhance the team's service and delivery. Our AMPS team consists of three elements - facilities, estates and building and maintenance. We provide high quality property and facilities advice on all levels to ensure a cost effective and statutory compliant estate, which makes the best use of its assets whether they are operational assets used for service delivery or investment. The work is varied, for example you will be: <ul><li>undertaking and providing a range of building surveying advice including inspections, surveys, defect analysis and feasibility studies</li><li>liaising and communicating with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure projects are properly co-ordinated and executed on time and to budget</li><li>working to increase the energy efficiency of our property assets through a sustainable strategy of building maintenance</li></ul>You will enjoy an innovative and creative team who are hardworking and passionate about delivery but at the same time celebrate their successes and work cohesively with other teams in the organisation. About you As well as having extensive experience and working knowledge of drawing software, you will have experience of: <ul><li>defect diagnosis and identifying repair solutions</li><li>procurement processes</li><li>managing project budgets, cost analysis and cost reporting</li></ul>You will be equally comfortable working independently as in a team, as well as being: <ul><li>committed to quality service</li><li>experienced in dealing with a high workload and the ability to prioritise different tasks</li><li>appreciative of the value of clear and timely communications</li></ul>About us We know we ask a lot, but the good news is that we give a lot too. <ul><li>Flexibility: We know you have to juggle work and life commitments and we are happy to discuss the right mix for you and us.</li><li>Wellbeing: When you thrive Elmbridge thrives, which is why we have developed a strong and varied wellbeing programme for our employees.</li><li>Learning and development: We all know learning is an ongoing journey and we will support you by creating a bespoke learning and development plan.</li></ul>What else? Did we mention you will have your birthday off, and that we close between Christmas and New Year, no annual leave required! If you would like to talk to us about the role, please contact Simon Morris, <a href="mailto:smorrris@elmbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">smorrris@elmbridge.gov.uk</a> Closing date: Friday 9th January 2026 at 9am. Interviews: w/c 19th January 2026. What are you waiting for? #JoinUs! Equal Opportunities Elmbridge Borough Council - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you require any adjustments to be able to engage in the recruitment process for this role, please let us know by emailing <a href="mailto:humanresources@elmbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">humanresources@elmbridge.gov.uk</a> How to apply Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it's such an important part of the process. <a href="https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form" target="_blank">https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-applica…</a> To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer. Further information on this vacancy <ul> <li>Recruitment Pack 2025</li> <li>Job Description / Person Specification</li> </ul>

Building Maintenance Surveyor

Join Our Team as a Housing Manager! About Us: Active Prospects is an award-winning charity which supports around 400 people each year in the south-east who have a learning disability, mental health need or are autistic. This year we were proud to win Employer of the Year at the National Learning Disability &amp; Autism Awards. We are looking for a Housing Manager to work in conjunction with, and to support the Property and Maintenance team. Role &amp; Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Lead and support the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused housing management services</li> <li>Manage complex tenancy and estate issues and support continuous service improvements across the organisation</li> <li>Provide an effective, efficient, responsive service to the people we support, who require housing-related support to remain in their home and/or continue with their tenancy</li> <li>Liaise with external agencies, legal representatives, and local authorities</li> <li>Develop and implement strategies, policies, procedures and service improvements within tenancy support</li> <li>Advance knowledge of housing legalisations/regulations and conflict resolution</li> <li>Ensure compliance with Regulator of Social Housing standards</li> <li>Line manages maintenance/compliance team to ensure responsive repairs are dealt in accordance to the SLA</li></ul>Responsibilities will also include: <ul> <li>Support the people we support to set up and maintain a home and tenancy</li> <li>Undertake housing assessments, record meetings and take detailed support notes during support visits</li> <li>Carry out estate inspections, liaise with contractors, and ensure safety and statutory compliance checks are up to date.</li> <li>Assist the people we support to manage their finances and welfare benefit claims, particularly housing benefit, universal credit, disability benefits and DLA/PIP</li> <li>Advise people we support on access to local community organisations, resources, activities and employment opportunities</li> <li>Support with maintaining a safe home environment for the people we support and assist in reporting maintenance issues and concerns</li> <li>Assist and support the people we support to meet rent and service charges obligations to landlords</li> <li>Organise monthly tenancy meetings in liaison with service managers</li> <li>Authorise legal action for rent arrears and represent the association in court where required</li> <li>Administer the provision of comprehensive information to the people we support in relation to service charges, annual uplifts of rent and contracts</li> <li>Ensure Active Prospects housing stock is managed to a high standard and compliant with Decent Home Standards and Awaab's Law.</li> <li>Investigate incidents of nuisance and anti-social behaviour, keeping relevant parties informed and maintaining accurate records</li> <li>Work with the Director of Property and external consultants on the Environment policy</li> <li>Ensure regular health and safety checks in properties to ensure tenancy agreements are upheld and properties remain safe and secure</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following Knowledge, Training &amp; Experience: <ul> <li>Experience of working as a Housing Manager within registered social housing, charities and local authorities with minimum of 5 Years experience.</li> <li>Excellent knowledge of housing legislations and regulation within Housing Support, evictions, housing benefits and other welfare benefit claims</li> <li>Qualified with professional housing qualification with Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Level 4 Certificate for the Housing Profession.</li> <li>Experience leading and supporting initiatives that help tenants access benefits and financial help</li> <li>Have a passion for involving people we support in every aspect of their service</li> <li>Have the ability to work flexible hours including some weekends, evenings and conduct night audits if required</li> <li>Own a Full Driving Licence and be able to use own vehicle for business use</li></ul>What are you waiting for? Apply today or contact us directly on <a href="mailto:recruitment@activeprospects.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@activeprospects.org.uk</a> and 01737 924102 to speak to a friendly Recruitment Advisor. Please note: <ul> <li>all offers are subject to satisfactory completion of our pre-employment compliance standards </li></ul>

Housing Manager

About the Borough The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes. Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the "Ambitious for Sutton" corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world's leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living. The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the 'Ambitious for Sutton' corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family. About the Service and Team Sutton's Community Safety Team is a small team based in Sutton Police Station one day a week and hybrid working on other days. The team is part of the Integrated Support &amp; Safer Communities service within Sutton Children's Services- People Directorate. The team works closely with the Metropolitan Police and a range of partners and organisations to improve safety for residents and visitors within the London Borough of Sutton. About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate The role is a standalone, part time (18 hours per week) administration role, providing business support functions to the Community Safety Team and wider community safety partnership. The position holder will coordinate a wide range of operational and strategic partnership meetings on behalf of the team. The key duties involved are: - Collation and distribution of meeting agendas/papers - Recording and distribution of minutes - Management of team inboxes The hours of this role will be spread across three days within our core hours. Monday-Wednesday or Tuesday-Thursday 10-4. About you You will be experienced in providing administrative support to a team- experience of working in a local government or partnership service setting would be advantageous. You will need excellent minute taking skills for a variety of strategic and operational meetings. Excellent computer skills and communication skills. Use of Google systems (desirable). Our Offer to You As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include: <ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade </li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role) </li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application Process Apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections. We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities. However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward. 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, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. Additional Information We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups. To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract. The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the GOV.UK website for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis. Salary range <ul><li>£35,520 - £38,256 per year</li></ul>

Tenancy Manager Location: Reading Town Centre (just opposite the train station) Contract: Full-time, Permanent We're looking for a Tenancy Manager to join a growing property management team based in Reading town centre. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, customer-focused professional to play a key role in delivering exceptional tenancy services and ensuring residents enjoy a smooth, high-quality experience throughout their tenancy. About the Role As a Tenancy Manager, you'll oversee all stages of the tenancy lifecycle, from move-ins and renewals to move-outs, ensuring processes are handled efficiently, compliantly, and with great attention to detail. You'll communicate clearly and empathetically with tenants, manage documentation and legal notices, and collaborate closely with colleagues across departments to maintain high service standards. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Manage all tenancy processes including move-ins, renewals, and terminations.</li> <li>Handle tenant queries and complaints professionally, providing timely, effective resolutions.</li> <li>Ensure all tenancy documentation and records comply with current legislation.</li> <li>Conduct and follow up on property inspections.</li> <li>Liaise with internal teams such as Maintenance, Lettings, and Customer Service for smooth operations.</li> <li>Contribute to data accuracy, reporting, and continuous service improvement initiatives.</li></ul>About You <ul> <li>Experience in residential tenancy management or property administration.</li> <li>Strong understanding of UK tenancy legislation and compliance requirements.</li> <li>Excellent communication and organisational skills with a proactive, detail-oriented approach.</li> <li>Confident decision-maker able to work both independently and collaboratively.</li> <li>Committed to providing an outstanding customer experience.</li> <li>ARLA qualification (or willingness to work towards one) desirable.</li></ul>What You'll Gain You'll be part of a supportive team, with opportunities to grow in a rapidly expanding company that values professionalism, collaboration, and exceptional service delivery.

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are recruiting a permanent House Manager to join the team at our Oaktree Court development based in Addlestone, Surrey. This position is offered on a 6 month fixed term contract. Hours: 25 hours per week - Monday to Friday, shift pattern to be agreed with the hiring manager. Hourly rate: £14.46 per hour Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

Housing Officer 6 month Fixed Term Contract £30,000 - £35,000 Hounslow Mon -Friday - 9am - 5pm Hybrid About Lampton Services Lampton Services are an awarding winning business, providing a range of services, commissioned by LBH, for residents in the borough. From collecting recycling and waste, to maintaining parks, repairing and upgrading homes to managing allotments, Lampton Services is at the heart of the Hounslow community working every day to make it a great place to live. Why join Lampton Services? <ul><li>We are LLW and NJC employer - yearly pay and condition reviews</li><li>23 days holiday allowance, plus bank holidays - an additional day per year for each completed years' service, up to five years</li><li>Free GOLD gym membership</li><li>Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave and Pension Scheme </li><li>Exclusive Discounts - save with Lampton Rewards and EE mobile offers</li><li>Staff wellbeing perks - online GP access, EAP, health testing, flu Jabs, and eye care vouchers</li><li>Sustainability Perks - cycle to work and electric car salary sacrifice scheme</li><li>Career Growth - CPD training, structured development, and leadership opportunities</li></ul>About the Job To provide a customer focused, proactive and high-quality Tenancy management service to Lampton Homes affordable and private sector homes. Ensure tenants comply with the terms of their tenancy/lease in respect of housing and tenancy management and take appropriate action to remedy any breaches. Key Responsibilities include: <ul><li>Will be responsible for facilitating the smooth and efficient management of lettings of properties and renewal of expiring tenancies.</li><li>Lettings of properties that include LHA/PRS ensuring void periods are kept to a minimum.</li><li>Conducting viewings with prospective tenant</li><li>Ensure all paperwork and compliance documents in place for new tenancies.</li><li>Ensure high retention of tenancies</li><li>Responsible for managing rent increases and renewals to maximise the income of the portfolio </li><li>Actively work with residents to manage their rent accounts and maximise income. </li><li>Support with the management of repairs including raising repairs, scheduling, documentation, and maintaining records. </li><li>Build effective relationships with residents, increasing resident satisfaction and quality of life.</li><li>Investigate complaints, insurance claims and MP/Councillors enquiries and review lessons learnt.</li><li>Assist with the housing management and compliance within Lampton Homes blocks to ensure they are compliant and well maintained</li></ul>Previous Experience and Skills Required: <ul><li>Experience of Housing management system </li><li>Excellent knowledge of housing regulation and an understanding of best practice and industry leading developments.</li><li>Experience of working of working in a resident engagement or customer facing role.</li><li>Excellent verbal, written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt this approach for different audiences.</li><li>Strong negotiating and influencing skills across a range of stakeholders. </li><li>Analytical, with the ability to quickly solve problems through practical and innovative means. </li><li>Achievement focused approach, with the ability to drive performance.</li><li>Excellent customer focus and a genuine desire to achieve excellence in all areas of responsibility.</li><li>Commitment to equality and diversity</li></ul>Due to the needs of the business and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. Lampton Group is an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.

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