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Vacancy DescriptionAn opportunity has arisen within The Housing Services Team for a Regulatory Compliance Manager.Are you looking for a role that will actively invest in your professional development?Are you looking for a role with variety, where you can be relied on for your expertise and experience?Do you have experience of managing a team in a fast-paced environment?Operational Duties &amp; Accountabilities- As part of the Housing management team, you will support the Head of Service in the success of the Compliance Team, creating excellent partnerships, leading a knowledgeable and customer focused team.- We need an enthusiastic, driven individual to manage the Compliance Team in line with current regulations and council policy, &nbsp;delivering &nbsp;responsive, cyclical, and planned maintenance programs including gas, electric, fire, &nbsp;asbestos, water hygiene and lifts.- Ensure that all homes and common areas within the local authority's housing service, which manages 5000 homes, are compliant with the Regulator of Social Housing's Safety and Quality Standard and all relevant legislation and regulations related to health and safety.- You will formulate and execute comprehensive strategies, policy and processes to ensure the effective management of compliance and lead on initiatives to continuously improve service delivery, enhance operational efficiency, and adopt best practices in compliance and technical services.- Lead and manage a team of compliance professionals, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement within the team, provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities for team members. Identify and address any resource gaps and allocate resources effectively to meet service delivery targets.- Assist with procuring new compliance contracts and be responsible for the compliance expenditure, budgets providing regular financial and data reports to senior management.- Oversee the effective management of contracts, KPI’s and departmental objectives.Closing date for applications: 09:00am on Monday 4th August 2025Interview date: Week Commencing Monday 11th August 2025In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.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.

Regulatory Compliance Manager

Vacancy DescriptionAre you passionate about delivering customer-focused housing services that are safe, compliant, and consistently high in quality?Do you have the experience to manage major contracts and stakeholder relationships while driving continuous improvement in service delivery?Can you lead and motivate high-performing teams to deliver exceptional repairs and maintenance services across a large housing portfolio?We are seeking a Property Services Manager with proven leadership in managing housing repairs, compliance, and planned works. This pivotal role demands a strong understanding of health and safety legislation, procurement regulations, and risk management within the social housing sector. If you can lead teams effectively while delivering high-quality, compliant property services, we’d love to hear from you.Hybrid – mixture of office and at home workingThis post is a full-time role at 37 hours a week. However, all applications will be considered.We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.Closing date for applications: 9:00am on Monday 21st July 2025Interview date: Wednesday 23rd July 2025In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting -&nbsp;<a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info/vacancies/524700/external_links?index=0" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info/vacancies/524700/external_links?index=0" target="_blank">here</a>We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info/vacancies/524700/external_links?index=0" target="_blank">here</a>Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.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.

Property Services Manager

Join Our Team as a Senior Housing Officer! 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 Senior Housing Officer 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>Excellent knowledge of housing legalisation and ability to resolve conflict</li> <li>Assist the maintenance team as necessary to ensure responsive repairs and other maintenance issues are dealt with as required</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>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 communal areas of Active Prospects buildings are managed to a high standard by liaising with the Maintenance team</li> <li>Undertake weekly estate inspections with tenants, ensuring the reporting of any repairs</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 Officer within a community setting, ideally with tenants that require additional support</li> <li>Excellent knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements within Housing Support, evictions, housing and other welfare benefit claims</li> <li>Qualified or part qualified in a relevant professional housing qualification</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>

Senior Housing Officer

The Sureserve Group of businesses provides market-leading compliance and energy services across the UK, with over 3,200 employees working from over 20 offices. Sureserve Compliance South, delivers heating services within the social housing sector across London &amp; the South East. We support our clients across domestic gas, commercial gas, renewables, and electrical services. We are London's largest, most successful gas contractor, focusing on long-term contracts with our clients to offer our staff job security and progression opportunities. Role <ul> <li>The role of our Resident Liaison Officer is to act as the main point of contact for our clients and be a customer contact for compliance, escalated queries, complaints, and complex issues. The role also involves daily administration/client reporting. </li> <li>Act as the main point of contact for escalated calls from Customer Service Agents</li> <li>Work closely with operations/managers and liaise with customers to ensure smooth resolution of any complex issues, maintaining regular contact to keep customers informed of progress.</li> <li>Act as a mediator to prevent issues being escalated and reduce the number of formal complaints being raised.</li> <li>Update and provide compliance &amp; repair reports to client.</li> <li>Call customers to arrange appointments for follow up works</li> <li>Support the Customer Service Agents by providing feedback on common causes of complaints and work with the team leaders to support coaching and training needs</li> <li>Liaise with Contract Administrators to keep appraised of any issues likely to arise on individual contracts</li> <li>Assist the Complaints and Performance Officer in recording complaints and responding to complaints and requests for compensation, monitoring complaints to resolution while keeping customer up to date with progress.</li> <li>Adhere to and support K&amp;T's and their clients' policies and procedures regarding data protection and equality and diversity</li> <li>Attend Contract meetings.</li> <li>All associated ad-hoc administrative duties.</li> </ul>The successful candidate will have <ul> <li>Previous administrative experience, preferably from a social housing/construction background</li> <li>Able to provide a high level of courteous, professional customer service</li> <li>Proficient in MS Office, in particular, Outlook and Excel</li> <li>Good written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Flexible attitude with strong organisational skills</li> </ul>What we can offer you <ul> <li>Salary exchange pension</li> <li>Employee assistance programme</li> <li>28 days annual leave including bank holidays, rising by one day with each full year of service (max five additional)</li> <li>Enhanced family leave (dependent on length of service)</li> </ul>Sureserve is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate individual differences and believe that they contribute to our collective success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to Inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals who may require them. If you feel you need any adjustments, please contact <a href="mailto:scs.careers@sureserve.co.uk" target="_blank">scs.careers@sureserve.co.uk</a> Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks including the right to work in the UK and DBS checks. Business Sureserve Compliance South Locations West Drayton Yearly salary £26,000 - £32,000 Employment type Full-time

Client Resident Liaison Officer - Social Housing

The Sureserve Group of businesses provides market-leading compliance and energy services across the UK, with over 3,200 employees working from over 20 offices. Sureserve Compliance South, part of the Sureserve Group, delivers heating services within the social housing sector across London &amp; the South East. We support our clients across domestic gas, commercial gas, renewables, and electrical services. We are London's largest, most successful gas contractor, focusing on long-term contracts with our clients to offer our staff job security and progression opportunities. Duties <ul> <li>Responsible for customer services including complaint resolution</li> <li>Work closely with HR colleagues on employee-related issues that may occur throughout the employee lifecycle.</li> <li>Attend all contract meetings and report back to the Head of Region</li> <li>Monitor parts usage and credit returns to procurement department</li> <li>To ensure compliance is met on all contracts</li> <li>Responsible for all financial invoicing on time and chargeable works management</li> <li>Ensure letter procedure is adhered to and take full responsibility for no access procedure</li> <li>Achieving and maintaining 100% compliance on servicing programmes</li> <li>Manage key functions and roles within the Region</li> <li>Be the main link with our clients in terms of contract management</li> <li>Handle all forms of feedback from customers and clients and take appropriate action; take the lead on championing customer service</li> <li>Ensure the fleet of your region is kept to a high standard. Working with the fleet department when necessary, reporting any issues as they happen</li> <li>Assist in the preparation of bidding and contracting for new work</li> <li>Heavily involved in recruiting and monitoring probationary periods</li> <li>All associated ad-hoc administrative duties</li> </ul>The successful candidate will have <ul> <li>Previous Area Manager experience preferably from a social housing/construction background</li> <li>Able to provide a high level of courteous, professional customer service</li> <li>Highly proficient in MS Office, in particular Outlook and Excel</li> <li>Good written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Flexible attitude with strong organisational skills</li> </ul>What we can offer you <ul> <li>Salary exchange pension</li> <li>Employee assistance programme</li> <li>28 days annual leave including bank holidays, rising by one day with each full year of service (max five additional)</li> <li>Enhanced family leave (dependent on length of service)</li> </ul>Sureserve is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate individual differences and believe that they contribute to our collective success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to Inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals who may require them. If you feel you need any adjustments, please contact <a href="mailto:scs.careers@sureserve.co.uk" target="_blank">scs.careers@sureserve.co.uk</a> Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks including the right to work in the UK and DBS checks. Business Sureserve Compliance South Locations Wokingham Yearly salary £47,500 - £52,500 Employment type Full-time

Area Manager (Domestic Gas - Social Housing)

Housing Support Worker We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Housing Support Worker to join our North Surrey Floating Support service in Surrey. £25,437.98 per annum, working 35 hours per week.Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning &amp; Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: <ul> <li>Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service</li> <li>Free DBS</li> <li>Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card</li> <li>Fully paid induction programme and further training</li> <li>ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes</li> <li>Cycle to work scheme</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support</li> <li>Online wellbeing resources</li> <li>A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&amp;Cs apply)</li> <li>Quarterly Staff Awards to reward &amp; recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution</li> </ul> All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Enable vulnerable people living in a variety of different tenures to manage their tenancies/ licences and prevent homelessness by providing a flexible and individually tailored support package. What you'll do: <ul> <li>Undertake key-working responsibilities for a caseload assigned by the Manager</li> <li>Ensure that referrals to the service are managed effectively and in line with the referrals and assessment procedure</li> <li>Undertake initial and assessments and continuous reviews of support needs and potential risks, and agree levels of support and actions</li> <li>Create and review support/ action plans for providing appropriate housing-related support based on the assessment and reflecting the services and resources available</li> <li>Develop and maintain links with key agencies and service providers in the local community</li> <li>Empower customers to ensure they receive the benefits and services they are entitled to</li> <li>Signpost customers to support services that can help them address additional support needs such as mental or physical health, employment and education, adult social care, domestic abuse and family support</li> <li>Encourage and enable customers to pay their rent and other housing-related costs, and to ensure that rent accounts are managed effectively in conjunction with the relevant housing provider</li> <li>Encourage and enable customers to adhere to all other conditions of their tenancies/ licences, eg maintaining a satisfactory living environment, refraining from anti-social behaviour, allowing access for essential work</li> <li>Encourage and enable customers to take necessary steps to seeking and preparing for alternative accommodation where maintaining their current housing situation is unsuitable or unviable</li> <li>Ensure that all safeguarding concerns are managed in line with safeguarding protocols and are reported to Contract Manager/Head of Operations, as appropriate</li> <li>Undertake all administrative work and keep accurate and comprehensive customer records to professional standards</li> <li>Adhere to Look Ahead's Policies and Procedures</li> <li>Engage in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills</li> <li>Work closely with the team and communicate openly</li> <li>Undertake any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as may be reasonably assigned by the manager within the remit of the service and contract.</li> </ul> This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: <ul> <li>Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement</li> <li>Approachable and open behaviour</li> <li>Prefers working as part of a group or team</li> <li>Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement</li> <li>Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised</li> <li>Flexible</li> <li>Open to feedback and self development</li> <li>Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments</li> <li>Is confident with high levels of self-esteem</li> <li>Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication</li> <li>Is essentially customer-focused</li> <li>Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude</li> <li>Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviours</li> </ul>What you'll bring: Essential: <ul> <li>Use of own vehicle</li> <li>IT and functional skills</li> <li>Positive attitude and can-do approach</li> <li>Resilience</li> <li>Flexibility</li> <li>Good communication skills, written and verbally</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Experience working in homelessness, housing or support/care</li> <li>Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent or experience in the social care/charity sector</li> </ul>About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: <ul> <li>We focus on Excellence and innovation.</li> <li>We are Caring and Compassionate.</li> <li>We are Inclusive and Trusted.</li> <li>We work in Partnership and are One-Team.</li> </ul>Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Housing Support Worker

The Vacancy PART TIME - 24.5hrs Four days on / Four days off rolling rota Early: 8:00 - 15:30 Late: 14:30 - 22:00 The assistant support worker role is a great opportunity for those who have not worked in the homeless or care leaver service before. This role is a great stepping stone for those that would like a career in homeless services. The role needs someone who is comfortable giving practical support to people who are learning to be independent and so an amount of life skills would be a good transferable skill. Wokingham Staying Close provides an enhanced support package for young people leaving care in semi-independent accommodation. Our aim is to work with young people to develop the knowledge and skills they need to manage their own home, ensure their own safety and achieve their goals so they can take the next step into move on accommodation. If you love helping others and enjoy supporting young people achieve their goals and become more independent is appealing to you, then this is the role for you! JOB PURPOSE To be part of a team that supports our clients, keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To support clients by helping them to gain practical life skills, and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To assist clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To carry out daily checks, for example, on clients and the property, and ad hoc housekeeping tasks</li> <li>To support individuals to achieve their desired goals</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR </li> <li>To maintain confidentiality </li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner</li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role.</li> <li>This role may require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role may require you to work flexibly across several sites </li> <li>This role may require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role may require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role may require you to lone work</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience in similar sectors</li> <li>Experience in customer service roles</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Good communication skills</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Polite and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Collaborate well in a team</li> <li>Ability to respond calmly in a crisis</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

Homeless Recovery Worker Assistant

<ul><li>Salary: £23,500 per annum, plus excellent benefits</li><li>Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 am to 17:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch</li><li>Location: Beeches Lodge, Burnham, SL1 8FD</li></ul>About the role Churchill Estates Management are recruiting for an exceptional Lodge Manager for our retirement development. We seek someone who loves working with people, with a background in administration and customer service. This varied and interesting role will see you co-ordinating the development and related activities, making a positive difference every day to the lives of our Home Owners and providing a hassle and worry-free retirement living lifestyle. Reporting to the Area Manager, you'll be managing both the maintenance of the property and providing a first-class service to Owners. In this autonomous role, you'll be the trusted, 'go-to' person on-site and a 'friendly neighbour' for Owners. You will liaise with a range of customers and suppliers, managing contractors, scheduling maintenance, completing health and safety checks, organising activities and events for Owners and much more! This role is pivotal to the success of the Lodge, the enjoyment of Owners and is hugely rewarding. About you This position is ideally suited to people with experience of similar backgrounds such as retirement living, social housing, hospitality, uniformed services, charity and health &amp; social care sectors. A successful Lodge Manager is someone who loves to work 'front of house' and is focused on providing a first-class customer service with excellent administration skills. Your passion for excellent customer service is vital. With the focus on providing a happy and fulfilling lifestyle for the Owners, you'll have an outgoing and friendly personality with a love of people. You'll know when to act with sensitivity and diplomacy but also have the efficiency and assertiveness to manage the safety and the security of the development, displaying good judgement and the ability to be calm under pressure. Despite the high levels of social contact with residents, you will be happy working alone and independently, using your own initiative. To support with the organisation of events and to effectively administer the maintenance of the site, you'll be an accomplished administrator, computer literate, with previous experience of using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook. How you'll be rewarded <ul><li>Annual holiday entitlement of 24 days + Bank Holidays</li><li>A day off on your Birthday</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Eye Care reimbursement</li><li>Colleague Introduction reward scheme</li><li>Professional development and qualifications</li><li>Thorough induction and ongoing training</li><li>Immensely rewarding work</li></ul>About us We are Churchill Estates Management, a progressive managing agent of privately owned leasehold Retirement Living accommodation. We manage over 220 developments nationally. That means we oversee more than 9,000 apartments, providing property services and customer care to over 11,000 retired people. However, we are not stopping there, as we are rapidly growing and have ambitious plans for the future. Join us and be part of a professional, award winning, customer focused team. Our Company Values TORCH: Trust/Openness/Respect/Communication/Honesty We are looking for the very best people to join our business and adopt our values so if you want to be part of our success story apply today. We understand the importance of protecting your personal data when you submit a job application. For more information on how we process your personal data please read our Privacy Policy.

Housing Manager

HOUSE MANAGER Be the Heart of the Guest Experience at Beaverbrook At Beaverbrook, we don't just welcome guests - we create extraordinary, lasting memories in a setting of English elegance and charm. We are seeking a charismatic and emotionally intelligent House Manager to lead our dynamic team and shape unforgettable guest experiences across our beautiful estate. The Role As House Manager, you will be the ever-present host of Beaverbrook - visible, approachable, and deeply engaged with guests and Members alike. You'll lead a dynamic team inspiring them to deliver service that is warm, personalised, and always one step ahead. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Personally welcome and connect with guests, Members, and VIPs throughout their stay.</li> <li>Oversee the guest journey from pre-arrival through to departure.</li> <li>Lead from the floor-spending at least 70% of your time in guest-facing areas.</li><li>Create bespoke guest itineraries. </li><li>Curate VIP amenities.</li><li>Drive service excellence in line with LQA standards.</li> <li>Enhance the atmosphere of the estate by ensuring lighting, music, décor, employee grooming and seasonal set ups are adhered to.</li> <li>Mentor and develop your team, setting the tone for service and professionalism.</li><li>Direct reports include Reception Manager, Guest Relations Manager, Night Manager, Activities Coordinator and Duty Managers.</li><li>Support Estate site visits in conjunction with the Sales Team - leading show rounds, as required.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of Opera Cloud, Fourth, Flow, and other hotel systems.</li> <li>A Front Office expert with a high level of knowledge of Housekeeping, Reservations and understanding of Events and F&amp;B operations.</li> <li>Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless service.</li> <li>Deputise for the Rooms Division Manager in their absence.</li> <li>Take a key role in health, safety, and wellbeing within the department.</li><li>Develop our programme of onsite and offsite activities.</li></ul>About You: <ul> <li>A minimum of 5 years' experience in 5-star hotel management, ideally within a landmark London property or luxury country house hotel.</li> <li>Proven track record in guest-facing leadership roles across Rooms Division functions.</li> <li>Expert in luxury service standards (LQA/Forbes) with an innate understanding of our target demographic.</li> <li>Highly emotionally intelligent, impeccably groomed, and detail oriented.</li> <li>Confident communicator and inspirational team leader.</li> <li>Familiarity with luxury travel programs (e.g. Amex Fine Hotels &amp; Resorts, Leading Hotels of the World) is a plus.</li> <li>A hospitality degree or equivalent is preferable.</li> <li>A full clean driving license is essential.</li> </ul>Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum, plus tronc and management bonus scheme Why Join Beaverbrook? This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a guest-centric, forward-thinking environment where your ideas and leadership will help shape the future of one of the UK's most unique luxury destinations. Benefits In addition to a competitive reward, we are committed to investing heavily in your development and helping you grow a long-term career with Beaverbrook. As a member of our team, you can expect to receive: <ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Discounts on retail, gym memberships, cinema tickets and many more with Hospitality Rewards App</li><li>Personal development support</li><li>Wide range of recognised qualifications and development opportunities</li><li>Discounted rates on Food &amp; Beverage</li><li>28 days annual leave(including Bank Holidays), rising by 1 day each year for 5 years</li><li>Pension</li><li>Life Insurance </li><li>Sick Pay</li><li>Long Service Awards</li><li>Earn a thank you bonus through our recommend a friend scheme</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Uniforms</li><li>Free parking</li><li>And other local benefits</li></ul>Ready to lead with charm and purpose? Apply now and become a part of the Beaverbrook story.

House Manager

The role We are currently seeking 2 x experienced Service Charge Officer to join our Service Charge team. As a Service Charge Officer you will report to a Service Charge Manager, you are responsible for delivering a high-quality service to service charge payers and other stakeholders. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and teams across Southern Housing to support and contribute to the transformation of our Service Charge delivery Please note this job is based out of our Croydon office and you will be expected to work 3 days in the office. What you'll do <ul> <li>Accurately calculating, constructing, and issuing all estimated and actualised service charges ensuring compliance with legal deadlines, contractual agreements, policies, and procedures enabling full recoverability of costs, focusing on complex cases</li> <li>Delivering a customer-centric, expert service for service charge payers, dealing with residents directly to resolve complex customer queries and working with internal colleagues to ensure the resolution of complaints, disputes, and dissatisfaction.</li> <li>Supporting the building and embedding of the systems and processes required to support the transformation of Service Charge delivery.</li> <li>Working proactively with the managers to help with integration and management of two legacy systems and stock, and help create standardised best practice and processes</li> <li>Reviewing and maintaining procedures to facilitate full recovery of service chargeable expenditure.</li> <li>Maintaining strong business partnering relationships with key budget holders and service managers, to develop scheme knowledge and enable the accurate allocation and consistent setting of service charges</li></ul>What you need <ul> <li>Experienced in service charge analysis, with a robust understanding of residential and commercial service charge management, including current legislative requirements and sector best practice</li> <li>Strong organisational skills, able to control and deliver a range of tasks to meet deadlines</li> <li>Experience of working with councillors, the wider community, and other external partners</li> <li>Excellent communication skills (written and oral)</li> <li>Excellent financial and numerical skills</li></ul>"We appreciate the effort and authenticity that candidates bring to our recruitment process. To ensure fairness and a true reflection of each applicant's qualifications, we kindly request that all submissions be personally written and not generated by artificial intelligence (AI). Applications that are identified as AI-generated may not be considered. Thank you for understanding and for sharing your unique experiences with us." Applying for roles with us About us At Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own!We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people's lives. A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too. What's in it for you Pension Life assurance Healthcare cash plan Eyecare &amp; dental Birthday leave Retailers discounts Cycle to work Buy &amp; sell annual leave Season ticket loan In-house academy &amp; career development Flexible working Inclusion &amp; Diversity We work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture and environment where people are respected for who they are. Encouraging inclusion is not just about protected characteristics, it's about celebrating differences of thought, opinion, experience and perspective of each individual. We're all different in our own way and we want our colleagues to feel comfortable, that they belong, and are safe to be themselves at work, without fear of being judged or excluded, but valued for their contribution to our One Team approach.

Service Charge Officer

37 hours per week - Fixed term for 23 months Are you a Senior Social Worker with experience working with rough sleepers or the homeless? We are seeking a dedicated and creative Senior Social Worker to join our team, focused on providing assertive outreach and tailored support to individuals facing homelessness. 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. About the Role: This Senior Social Worker roles involves working to support individuals with complex needs, including those who are rough sleeping or residing in homelessness support services. You will be part of the Advice and Wellbeing Hub team but working in partnership with the Homelessness Teams. This role plays a crucial part in breaking the cycle of rough sleeping, where individuals are placed in 24/7 supported accommodation (such as the Pods or Salvation Army) only to be evicted due to unmanaged behaviours like hoarding, poor personal care, aggression, or mental health issues. By providing the right interventions, non-statutory commissioned services are able to manage these behaviours and support individuals in making progress towards a positive move-on, helping them sustain housing and work towards long-term stability. You will need to be based within commuting distance of Reading due to the nature of the role, which involves regular outreach, in-reach, and collaboration with local homelessness support services and housing providers. The role involves you undertaking work using the Conversation Counts model, working on prevention and early support. Using your social work expertise, you will conduct Care Act assessments, safeguarding investigations, risk assessments and Mental Capacity assessments, as well as facilitate best interest meetings. Key Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Manage a smaller, targeted caseload to offer more responsive support to individuals with complex needs.</li> <li>Conduct outreach shifts to build relationships with clients, encouraging engagement with assessments and support.</li> <li>Work in-reach within homelessness support services (Pods, Nova, Salvation Army, Launchpad, YMCA) to engage clients and build partnerships, while also upskilling staff.</li> <li>Co-locate with rough sleeping outreach services and commissioned homelessness support teams to assess and offer tailored support to clients who struggle with traditional service models.</li> <li>Explore innovative ways to assess and offer ASC support, focusing on sustaining tenancies and avoiding unnecessary reliance on ASC alternatives.</li> <li>Ensure that assessments are not closed prematurely and help clients move away from complex lifestyles by implementing appropriate ASC interventions.</li> </ul>This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and experience in Adult Social Care, delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions to individuals in their own homes. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team committed to making a meaningful difference in people's lives. About You:<ul> <li>A Social Work England registration and a recognised Social Work qualification.</li> <li>You'll have a strong background in social work or related fields, with a deep understanding of homelessness, mental health, and substance use challenges.</li> <li>You'll be comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments and will use your creativity and problem-solving skills to engage with clients who have traditionally struggled to access services.</li> <li>Your communication and relationship-building skills will be key to success, as you work alongside housing providers, support services, and healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes for vulnerable individuals.</li> </ul>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures. We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. You will need to have:<ul> <li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li> <li>Registration with Social work England</li> <li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014</li> </ul>You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker. We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support. 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 A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li> <li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li> <li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li> <li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li> <li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li> <li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li> <li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li> <li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement.</li> </ul>If you would like to find out more about this role please contact Caroline Marsh - Team Manager on 0118 937 3672, <a href="mailto:caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing date: Applications will be reviewed upon submission Interview date: TBA Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href="http://www.moretoreading.co.uk" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading's Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It's a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.

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