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Are you a Building Surveyor with fire remediation expertise looking to make a meaningful impact? Join our Estates Services Team at the University of Oxford and help safeguard one of the world's most iconic and diverse estates. <ul> <li>Location: The Malthouse, Tidmarsh Lane, Oxford, OX1 1NQ </li> <li>Salary: Grade 8: £49,119- £58,265 per annum </li> <li>Contract: Full-time, Permanent</li> </ul>About Us Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world's leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy. The Estates Services Compliance Team plays a critical role in managing the safety, integrity, and sustainability of over 300 buildings across Oxford's operational, residential, and graduate accommodation estate. Working collaboratively with colleagues in Building Services, Facilities Management, Sustainability, Space Management and more, we ensure that our built environment remains safe, resilient, and fit for the future What We Offer Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as: • 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service. • One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave. • A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle. • An excellent contributory pension scheme. • Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans. • Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs. About the Role As our Compliance Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, resilience, and regulatory compliance of our property portfolios in the UK. Working across a diverse range of research, teaching, residential, and heritage buildings, you will lead on the delivery of fire safety, asbestos, environmental and health-and-safety-related projects that directly protect staff, students, and visitors. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled professional who thrives on solving complex building challenges, working autonomously, and making decisions that influence the safety and long-term condition of an internationally important estate. About You • Chartered membership of a relevant construction-related organisation (RICS or CIOB), with extensive experience in project and contractor management • Strong knowledge of building regulations, the Building Safety Act 2022 and CDM Regulations (2015) • Demonstrable expertise in active and passive fire systems, fire safety legislation, and fire engineering principles • Experience delivering complex reactive building fabric repairs in large or modern commercial buildings • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage a high-volume workload, prioritise effectively, and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders Sponsorship and Right to Work This role meets the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. The University will meet the cost of the Skilled Worker visa and NHS surcharge for applicants that require a visa. Please state in your application if you require sponsorship. Application Process To apply, please upload: • A covering letter/supporting statement • Your CV • The details of two referees The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 16 January 2025. Interviews will take place in the week commencing 26 January 2026, and will be held face-to-face. Contact Person : Adedeji Akinsanya Vacancy ID : 183632 Contact Phone : Closing Date &amp; Time : 16-Jan-2026 12:00 Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 8 Contact Email : <a href="mailto:adedeji.akinsanya@admin.ox.ac.uk" target="_blank">adedeji.akinsanya@admin.ox.ac.uk</a> Salary (£) : 49119 - 58265

Compliance Surveyor

Neighbourhood Housing Officer Ref: RNR002956 Salary: £36,363 p.a. plus benefits 37 hours per week Fixed term contract until August 2026 Swindon Borough Council are on an exciting journey to transform service delivery. We want our town to be the best it can be. Our ambitious vision in the new Swindon Plan is supported by realistic transformation programmes, with the people of Swindon at their heart. Because that's who we're doing it for - the communities and businesses that make our town great. As part of the Council, you'll support a friendly local authority making decisions with real impact. It's all for better public services. Better processes. And a better quality of life, for everyone. Join us, and Swindon will be better with you. Are you the type of person that likes working with people, problem solving and delivering great customer service? A Neighbourhood Housing Officer role in Tenancy Services with Swindon Borough Council could be a good fit for you! Your next role On a day-to-day basis, you will undertake all Estate and Tenancy Management functions (approximately 850 properties) and take responsibility for ensuring that maximum rental income is collected; striking a balance between prevention, early intervention and recovery action of debts owed. You will also be responsible for dealing with low level nuisance and anti-social behaviour; signing up new tenancies; and tenancy management; providing welfare advice; and work closely with external agencies as well as our tenants. This is a demanding role in challenging times for our customers, therefore resilience, flexibility and the ability to work under a degree of pressure is key. At times, you will be required to work evenings and/or Saturday mornings. You must have the ability to travel throughout the Borough. This role is subject to a DBS disclosure. You must be fluent in the English language (as a requirement of Part 7 of the Immigration Act - for the effective performance of a customer-facing role). Your next package Please see our Rewards and Benefits offer for more details. As an employee, you will receive a diverse and exciting environment in which to work, encouraging creativity and innovation whilst recognising the need to support ongoing personal development and a flexible work life balance. For Swindon to thrive in the future, we need to lay the foundations now. It's why our regeneration and transformation programmes are already underway. So, you'll be joining us at an exciting time on our journey. We'll look to you to share your knowledge, influence decisions and drive real, positive change. With your contributions, we'll achieve our vision of a prosperous, re-vitalised Swindon together. And you'll be proud to say it was made better with you. Please see our Vision and Values page for more details and our new Swindon Plan. Potential applicants are sometimes put off if they don't meet 100% of the requirements. We think individual experience, skills and passion make all the difference, so if you meet the majority of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you. Your next steps Please read the role profile, which is available in the documents section to the righthand side of the page. To submit an application for this role, select Quick Apply. For further information about the role, please contact Beth Wride, Neighbourhood Housing Manager on 07929 726301. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from a diverse range of communities, and in particular disabled people and people from ethnic minorities. Read our statement of commitment to equality &amp; inclusion. If you are experiencing technical issues submitting your application please email <a href="mailto:resourcing@swindon.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@swindon.gov.uk</a> Closing date: 11 January 2026 Interview date: 20 January 2026

Neighbourhood Housing Officer

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

Housing Assistant £24,638 per annum (pro rata) and great benefits including Health Cash Plan Permanent, part time (20 hpw) - must be a driver with a vehicle Reading and Berkshire area We can't offer CoS for this role Home, a place where you belong This is a great job opportunity for a Housing Assistant to join Home Groups awesome housing team in our Reading Office . As our Housing Assistant (known by us as Community Housing Assistant - CHA) you'll provide friendly, face to face support to our communities. If you like variety, meeting and supporting customers, and want to develop a career in housing, then this is the perfect job for you! What you'll do <ul><li>Through visibility, engagement with customers and proactivity on our estates, you'll build strong connections and gain a deep understanding of our communities</li><li>You'll support our housing managers to look after their patches and through this, help us to improve our local neighbourhoods.</li><li>You'll support with tasks such as managing our voids processes which includes liaising with local authorities, estate inspections, engaging and meeting with contractors on site.</li><li>You'll carry out and record the routine safety and compliance checks in our buildings and communities.</li><li>You'll also manage the admin updating records, ordering, and arranging payment for works to be done.</li></ul>Why join us This is more than a job, it's a place where you feel valued. With our learning and development offer, and support from friendly colleagues, you'll make a real difference every day! If you're ready to leave behind the ordinary, do something that really matters. Be part of one of the UK's top 10 Great Places to Work! You have <ul><li>A "can do" positive attitude, you're proactive and well organised, able to work on your initiative.</li><li>A real passion for delivering excellent customer service and a genuine desire to help your customers.</li><li>Confidence working collaboratively with colleagues in other parts of the business and external partners</li><li>An understanding of housing management, housing law and universal credit would be ideal, but they're not deal breakers!</li><li>The ability to use technology to navigate our systems and update customer records</li></ul>Stronger together We do our best work when we're ourselves. That's why inclusion, wellbeing, and our diversity networks help make Home Group a great place to work! The practical bits <ul><li>This is a hybrid role however, you'll spend most of your time in our Reading Office and in the community. We do all get together regularly 1 day a week.</li><li>Once you are fully up to speed there will be opportunities to work from home, along with some flexibility to adapt your working hours.</li><li>We 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 an Advanced DBS check done and we pay for that.</li></ul>What's in it for you? <ul><li>Enjoy 2 days volunteering, 34 days leave (this includes bank holidays and a "me day"!), increasing to 39</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 matter 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></ul>Find out more Click APPLY NOW to see our Community Housing Assistant job description , find out about us and for help to apply . S ometimes 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 by making reasonable adjustments at <a href="mailto:recruitment@homegroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@homegroup.org.uk</a> South West Rented Portfolio 1

Housing Assistant

The Vacancy Resident Liaison Officer - WPS Location: Swindon Division: Planned Maintenance Salary: Competitive Experience in Retrofit Required We have an exciting opportunity for a Resident Liaison Officer to join our team at WPS, working within our Planned Maintenance division. You'll cover the Swindon area, supporting residents on Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund retrofit projects, which include: • Scaffolding • Window &amp; Curtain Wall Replacements • Brickwork &amp; Concrete Repair • External Wall Insulation (EWI) ...and more! Key Responsibilities: • Set up, manage, and deliver the Tenant/Customer/Resident Liaison Service across multiple retrofit sites. • Attend regular client and tenant meetings to ensure the highest level of customer service. • Ensure a consistent and professional approach to customer care throughout retrofit works. • Act as a point of escalation for tenant complaints and manage the resolution process. • Maintain and update the on-site database to reflect ongoing retrofit activities. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Resident Liaison Officer, specifically within retrofit and planned maintenance programmes. • Strong knowledge of internal and external works related to retrofit projects. • Excellent communication, customer service, and IT skills. • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle. What We're Looking For: A confident and empathetic communicator who thrives in a resident-facing role. You'll be organised, proactive, and passionate about delivering excellent service throughout retrofit and maintenance projects. Ready to make a real impact in your community? Apply now and join a team that values care, quality, and collaboration! Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background. Awards BEST PROJECT Inside Housing Development Awards WINNER 2022 Construction News Awards Winner GOLD AWARD Investors in People 2022 GOLD AWARD Considerate Constructors Schemes (CCS) National Site Awards TOP 50 EMPLOYERS 2022 Top 50 Employers for Women WINNER 2022 Working Families Best Practice Awards

Resident Liaison Officer

Mental Health Team Manager - Cholsey Supported Housing Project - £31,200 - £36,400 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Contract Type - Permanent, Full Time - 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, inclusive of bank holidays, Occasional Evening &amp; Weekends, with occasional covering of shifts. You will be required to participate in an on-call rota as part of this role. Location - Cholsey, Oxfordshire We are recruiting a Team Manager for our 10-bed Cholsey Service, a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week supported accommodation service for individuals with acute mental health diagnoses. This longer-term living service provides intensive, trauma-informed support tailored to each resident's recovery journey. The role is ideal for someone experienced in managing spot placements and passionate about complex case management, tenancy sustainment, meaningful activity, and progression in daily living skills. Role Overview You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the service, ensuring the team delivers bespoke support packages aligned with individual needs. You will ensure KPIs are met and audits are successful, demonstrating the service is operating efficiently and legally. You will provide leadership to the team and encourage them to perform at their highest level achievable. Key Responsibilities: Further detail can be found in the Job Description <ul> <li>Oversee daily operations and ensure support plans promote dignity, choice, and independence</li> <li>Manage complex cases and escalate serious concerns to clinical teams</li> <li>Facilitate move-ins, manage voids, and coordinate with brokerage and housing teams</li> <li>Lead reflective practice following serious incidents</li> <li>Supervise and develop staff, manage rotas, recruitment, and training compliance</li> <li>Create and manage rotas to ensure adequate staffing across the 24/7 service</li> <li>Conduct audits, spot checks, and ensure health &amp; safety standards</li> <li>Oversee medication checks and safeguarding processes</li> <li>Advocate for residents in clinical consultations and support benefit access</li></ul>Person Specification: Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Even if you don't have all the specifications below, please still apply as we would welcome a conversation with individual's with experience in different sectors. Essential: <ul> <li>Strong experience managing a team </li> <li>Basic knowledge of safeguarding, mental health, and team development </li> <li>Strong planning, communication, and management skills </li></ul>Why join us? <ul> <li>Be part of a values-driven organisation: Caring, Safe, Creative, Aspirational</li> <li>Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults</li> <li>Access to training, development, and career progression</li> <li>Supportive management and collaborative working environment</li> <li>Competitive salary and pension scheme</li> <li>24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave</li> <li>Access to Blue Light Card discounts</li> <li>Opportunities for secondments and internal progression</li></ul>If this Mental Health Team Manager position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date - All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.

Mental Health Team Manager - Supported Housing

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.

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