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Post title: Independent Living Services Officer Post number: PL.0193-V1 Salary: £27,269 - £30,060 per year Job description: Independent Living Officer (PL.0193-V1) Job description ( PDF, 284 KB ) Directorate/department: Place Apply online now for post PL.0193-V1 Closing date: 11.59pm, 21 March 2025 Further information This is a front line post providing low level support to Older Persons residing in the Housing Service's Independent Living Schemes to enable them to live independently in their own homes. The main purpose of the role of the Independent Living Services Officer is to undertake visits to tenants, complete Support Plans and offer housing related support. The post holder will liaise with family members and other agencies on behalf of tenants. The post holder also has landlord responsibilities and is a premises manager for the site, carrying out health and safety related duties, including those which form part of the fire safety regulations. Additionally, there may be a requirement to provide low-level floating support to Older Persons living in the community. This is an ideal opportunity for those with a Housing, Support or Health and Social Care background who enjoy working with Older Persons. Safeguarding Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at <a href="https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding" target="_blank">https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding</a> Choose Language Croeso! Dewiswch eich dewis iaith. Welcome! Please select your preferred language.

Independent Living Services Officer (closing date: 21/03/25)

37 hours per week An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated individual to help clients at risk of homelessness or living in unsuitable accommodation. We are seeking front line Housing Solutions Advisors to join a team that makes a difference and transforms lives. The primary role of the Housing Solutions Advisor is to undertake homeless assessments and process applications to the Authority's Common Housing Register. The key objective to prevent homelessness by producing innovative solutions to clients remaining in the home or finding alternative accommodation. An effective Housing Solutions Advisor will have experience of managing complex and detailed casework. The successful candidate will have experience of detailed homelessness prevention casework as well as homelessness legislation, and making enquiries and legal decisions in line with the statutory duties of a local authority. Working as part of a busy team you will need to work well under pressure and on your own initiative as you will build and manage your own caseload to Bridgend's service standards. To succeed in this role you will be a good problem solver who is able to work assertively but sensitively and also be a good team player. The successful candidate will be able to plan and prioritise work effectively to contribute towards the delivery of a high quality housing service. You must be able to work collaboratively as you will be working with partner agencies in preventing homelessness and reducing the reliance on temporary accommodation. You must be adaptable and be able to react effectively to changing circumstances. We really want to hear from you and would like to offer you the opportunity to discuss the role further with our Team Manager Joanne Ginn by calling 01656 643643. This will give you the opportunity to discuss the role in more detail, ask any questions and gain valuable advice regarding the content of your application. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 26 March 2025 Shortlisting Date: 27 March 2025 Interview Date: 08 April 2025 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description &amp; Person Specification

Housing Solution Advisor - Homelessness Team

The Vacancy Do you have strong administrative and IT skills? Are you organised and able to manage your own time to assist in the delivery of an excellent administrative service? If you enjoy a challenge in a dynamic, ever-changing environment then this may be the opportunity for you. You will be working with the Voids and New Homes team to provide an excellent service to tenants, residents and our colleagues at Bron Afon such as making sure that we deliver on our commitment to them. You'll be dealing with enquiries and making sure that they're passed on to the right person, as well as making sure that records are kept up to date and that our systems are maintained. As an administrative officer in our voids and new homes team, you will be dealing with tenants and leaseholders, repairs teams, trades staff, contractors, partner organisations, membership and the public daily, engaging with them and ensuring that their queries are dealt with. You will also be using our ICT systems, so possessing accurate timely data entry skills are a must. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills, and knowledge of the building maintenance sector is advantageous. You will have a positive attitude and approach to problem solving, and a keen eye for detail. Your experience of using ICT packages, coupled with your enthusiasm and positive outlook will ensure that you provide a first-class administration service. Expected date of interviews: Thursday 20th March 2025 Work4 pilot We are running a six-month pilot of working a 4-day week (4DW) which started on Monday 30 September. To find out more about how this works for us, you can read the attached 4-day week information leaflet. About Us We make a difference in people's lives every day. As an organization that's owned by the local community, we feel proud of our achievements since 2008 whilst recognizing that there's much more that we can do to improve the lives of people living across Torfaen and beyond. If you join us you will continue to prove the value of us and the work we do not just to our customers, but also to the wider community. We are committed to equality and diversity and we aim to create a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and able to be themselves. Benefits Agile Working Enhanced Annual Leave Training and Development Opportunities Gallery Previous Next

Voids Administrator

Description Housing Enforcement Officer Full time permanent - 37 Hours G08 £33,366 - £36,124 Are you passionate about investigative work? Delivering an excellent service? Forward thinking? Yes? Then we want you! Join our Housing Enforcement team at Wrexham Council and you will join a team that takes real pride in what we do and the services we provide. The role of a Housing enforcement officer is varied and exciting and can be very rewarding. You will be responsible for identifying perpetrators of anti-social behaviour, enforcing the tenancy/license agreements collating evidence, and working with tenants and partner agencies to resolve issues in the community. You will need to be organised and approachable, as well as being confident and professional at all times. You must hold a full UK driving license and be flexible to work outside of normal working hours when required. You'll receive full training and continued support, with plenty of opportunities for progression within Wrexham Council. We also have lots of employee benefits for you to take advantage of, including our flexible working scheme to support a healthy work life balance, and discounted rates on a number of popular brands and attractions. The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age. The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh.

Housing Enforcement Officer

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 looking for a House Manager to lead their estate at their Riverside Court development in Abergavenny, Monmouthshire. Hours: 25 hours per week Monday to Friday, working throughout the year. Salary: ACTUAL £17,908.61 plus benefits and bonus. Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave (starts at 25 days and will rise to 28 days max (1 additional day per year) plus bank holidays), entitlement access to benefits platform offering discounted Gift Cards and eGifts and offers for leading brands including restaurants and supermarkets. 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 managing a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. We welcome applications from candidates who have experience of working in front line services, or customer service management roles. 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. McCarthy Stone does not currently offer sponsorship. We are only able to consider those that have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. 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

Adferiad Recovery delivers a flexible and coordinated response to the exceptional circumstances faced by people with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions and related issues. Vulnerable people facing complex life challenges need consistent and seamless support to ensure they remain engaged with vital health and wellbeing services - and to prevent them becoming disenfranchised and isolated. Adferiad Recovery harnesses the talents and experience of long-established and leading Welsh charities CAIS, Hafal and WCADA. Our combined expertise in the fields of substance use, mental health, housing, criminal justice, and employment support enables Adferiad Recovery to meet the needs of our most vulnerable with a single, unified, and comprehensive approach. Cyfle Cymru is a Peer Mentoring project which helps people develop confidence to make positive life changes, and provides support to access training, education, volunteering and employment. Our peer mentors draw on their own lived experience to support people affected by substance misuse and/or mental health conditions. Cyfle Cymru will support people aged 16 to 24 (Not in education, employment or training) and those 25+ that are economically inactive or long term unemployed. Community Engagement Officer Candidate Pack How to Complete an Application Form If you think you might have these skills, but are not 100% sure, please do still apply and let us decide. We know that certain groups rule themselves out of interesting opportunities assuming that others will be more successful, but please don't be that person. We want to hear from the widest cross section of the community. If you have difficulty accessing this information or would like it in a different format, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] or 01792 816600 Mae Adferiad Recovery yn darparu ymateb hyblyg a chydgysylltiedig i'r amgylchiadau eithriadol a wynebir gan bobl â chyflyrau iechyd meddwl a defnyddio sylweddau sy'n cyd-ddigwydd a materion cysylltiedig. Mae angen cymorth cyson a di-dor ar bobl agored i niwed sy'n wynebu heriau bywyd cymhleth i sicrhau eu bod yn parhau i ymgysylltu â gwasanaethau iechyd a llesiant hanfodol - ac i'w hatal rhag mynd yn ddifreinio ac yn ynysig. Mae Adferiad Recovery yn harneisio doniau a phrofiad yr elusennau Cymreig sydd wedi hen ennill eu plwyf, CAIS, Hafal a WCADA. Mae ein harbenigedd cyfun ym meysydd defnyddio sylweddau, iechyd meddwl, tai, cyfiawnder troseddol, a chymorth cyflogaeth yn galluogi Adferiad Recovery i ddiwallu anghenion ein rhai mwyaf agored i niwed gydag un dull gweithredu unedig a chynhwysfawr. Mae Cyfle Cymru yn brosiect Mentora Cymheiriaid sy'n helpu pobl i ddatblygu hyder i wneud newidiadau bywyd cadarnhaol, ac yn darparu cefnogaeth i gael mynediad at hyfforddiant, addysg, gwirfoddoli a chyflogaeth. Mae ein mentoriaid cymheiriaid yn defnyddio eu profiad bywyd eu hunain i gefnogi pobl yr effeithir arnynt gan gamddefnyddio sylweddau a/neu gyflyrau iechyd meddwl. Bydd Cyfle Cymru yn cefnogi pobl rhwng 16 a 24 oed (Ddim mewn addysg, cyflogaeth na hyfforddiant) a'r rhai 25+ sy'n economaidd anweithgar neu'n ddi-waith am gyfnod hir. Os credwch fod gennych y sgiliau hyn, ond nad ydych 100% yn siŵr, gwnewch gais o hyd a gadewch i ni benderfynu. Gwyddom fod rhai grwpiau yn diystyru eu hunain o gyfleoedd diddorol gan gymryd y bydd eraill yn fwy llwyddiannus, ond peidiwch â bod y person hwnnw. Rydym am glywed gan y trawstoriad ehangaf o'r gymuned. Os ydych chi'n cael trafferth cael mynediad i'r wybodaeth hon neu os hoffech chi ei chael mewn fformat gwahanol, cysylltwch â'n tîm recriwtio yn [email protected] neu 01792 816600

Community Engagement Officer

Housing Support Officer - 35 hours per week on a rota Here at North Wales Housing, we make a difference to people's lives every day. If you're committed to helping us achieve this, we'll make sure we make a positive difference to your life too. Let's work together to build on 50 years of providing quality homes across North Wales, investing into communities and supporting those facing homelessness. Our team of around 230 individuals mean a lot to us, too. We're proud to say that we're a Gold Standard Investors in People employer, testament to our desire to care for our colleagues. Our People Strategy focuses on creating an environment where our people are proud to work at a place they want to be, supported to achieve their potential, give their best, and feel valued for their contribution. The Role - Housing Support Officer College Road, Bangor is a scheme consisting of 3 self-contained flats providing support and accommodation to 3 people who have lived a chaotic life and have extensive needs. You will create support plans based on individual needs whilst helping them to find somewhere more permanent to live. You'll support people with their housing needs and life skills in a person-centred, trauma informed way and contribute to the safe running of the hostel. This will involve: <ul><li>Supporting service users with mental health and wellbeing, by encouraging healthy activities and lifestyles, and signposting to services</li><li>Assisting with claims for housing and associated benefits to support residents' financial stability</li><li>Organising and managing a range of engaging activities to promote social inclusion</li><li>Playing a hands-on role in responding to incidents, completing safety checks and ensuring properties are maintained</li><li>Maintaining accurate service user records and files</li><li>Performing regular security and fire safety checks</li></ul>The Package <ul><li>Permanent contract </li><li>Salary of £25,107 per annum </li><li>Minimum of 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)</li><li>Benefits platform with savings on groceries, high-street shopping, new tech, holidays etc.</li><li>Further studies support and career development opportunities </li><li>Annual leave and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Employee health assistance scheme</li><li>Enhanced maternity and paternity pay </li><li>Generous contributory pension scheme</li></ul>Our Requirements - Housing Support Officer <ul><li>To be able to speak Welsh to at least a level 3.</li><li>Experience working in a client centred environment such as housing, care or similar (e.g., supporting individuals in reporting maintenance issues, making healthcare appointments, pursuing hobbies, securing training and employment, etc.) for individuals suffering or recovering from mental illness.</li><li>Experience of supporting people to make benefit claims.</li><li>Good verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Hard working, with a positive 'can do attitude'.</li><li>At least have basic IT skills, with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook</li></ul>At North Wales Housing we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of service users. You must be willing for an enhanced DBS disclosure to be undertaken by our organisation. North Wales Housing is an equal opportunities organisation who particularly welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. All Black, Asian and ethnic minority candidates, as well as disabled applicants who meet our essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. How to Apply North Wales Housing website - All applications for the Housing Support Officer role are to be submitted online, and strictly no agency calls or agency CV submissions. Please complete the application form via the Apply button. We will not accept CVs without a completed application form.

Housing Support Officer (College Road)

Part Time Housing Support Worker - 24 hours per week over 2-night shifts (Friday and Saturday) Here at North Wales Housing, we make a difference to people's lives every day. If you're committed to helping us achieve this, we'll make sure we make a positive difference to your life too. Let's work together to build on 50 years of providing quality homes across North Wales, investing into communities and supporting those facing homelessness. As a Gold Standard Investors in People employer, we're committed to providing an environment where our people can thrive and be proud of where they work, in a culture enabling them to fulfil their potential and feel valued for their contribution. Our Pendinas Hostel in Bangor provides temporary supported housing accommodation to vulnerable people, creating support plans based on individual needs whilst helping them to find somewhere more permanent to live. The Package <ul><li>Permanent contract </li><li>24 hours per week, Friday and Saturday night shifts 8:30pm to 8:30am</li><li>Salary of £23,059 pro rata</li><li>Minimum of 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)</li><li>Benefits platform with savings on groceries, high-street shopping, new tech, holidays etc.</li><li>Further studies support and career development opportunities </li><li>Employee health assistance and Annual Leave purchase scheme</li><li>Enhanced maternity and paternity pay </li><li>Generous contributory pension scheme</li></ul>The Role - Housing Support Worker - Night Shifts Working at Pendinas Hostel in Bangor, you'll support people with their housing needs and life skills in a person-centred, trauma informed way and contribute to the safe running of the hostel. This will involve: <ul><li>Supporting service users with mental health and wellbeing, by encouraging healthy activities and lifestyles, and signposting to services</li><li>Assisting with claims for housing and associated benefits to support residents' financial stability</li><li>Organising and managing a range of engaging activities to promote social inclusion</li><li>Playing a hands-on role in responding to incidents, completing room checks and ensuring properties are maintained</li><li>Maintaining accurate service user records and files</li><li>Performing regular security and fire safety checks</li><li>In the absence of the Housing Support Officer (Pendinas), during out of hours, deputising the support of care leavers in 277 projects </li></ul>Our Requirements - Housing Support Worker <ul><li>Ability to hold everyday conversations in Welsh </li><li>Experience working in a client centred environment such as housing, care or similar (e.g., supporting individuals in reporting maintenance issues, making healthcare appointments, pursuing hobbies, securing training and employment, etc.)</li><li>Knowledge of the support needs of vulnerable people</li><li>Good verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Hard working, with a positive 'can do attitude'</li><li>At least have basic IT skills, with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook</li></ul>Although not essential, an awareness of issues and support needs connected to homelessness and awareness of fire safety and security systems would be highly advantageous. As would an awareness of specialist agencies, including drug, alcohol and mental health services. At North Wales Housing we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of service users. You must be willing for an Enhanced DBS disclosure to be undertaken by our organisation. North Wales Housing is an equal opportunities organisation who particularly welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. All Black, Asian and ethnic minority candidates, as well as disabled applicants who meet our essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Housing Support Worker (Nights)

The Vacancy Platfform operate a supported housing project in partnership with Coastal Housing Association and is offering 5 self-contained flats and a staff office. The communal area comprises a kitchen, toilet, laundry room and back garden. We are looking for flexible passionate individuals from all kinds of different backgrounds and ethnic minorities to provide housing related support to people over the age of 18 who have experienced poor wellbeing and mental health, homelessness and other multitude needs and who require a degree of support to live independently. The project acts as a stepping stone from e.g., emergency accommodation like Bed and Breakfast, and moves in due course towards the person becoming ready to move-on having gained the skills, knowledge, experience, and confidence to live in permanent independent accommodation with a reduced risk of future homelessness. The post holder will be required to work appropriate shift patterns on a weekly basis including weekends and evenings on a 4 weekly rolling rota. Applicants require a minimum of two years' experience in housing, welfare benefits, and supporting adults with substance misuse and mental health difficulties About Us We work with people experiencing challenges with their mental health, and with communities who want to create a greater sense of wellbeing in the places that they live. Through our projects, we work with thousands of people each year. We believe that long-lasting wellbeing comes about by understanding how lives can be shaped by traumatic experiences, identifying people's strengths and focussing on healing. We know we can't 'fix' people, but we can walk alongside people and help where we can on their journey. We try hard to make Platfform a great place to work, we live our values and mission in everything that we do. Our Benefits Generous annual leave starting at 26 days Health and wellbeing support including EAP Flexible / Agile working Enhanced family leave - includes carers leave, maternity, paternity and adoption Training and Development opportunities across Platfform 6.5 % employer contribution to the pension scheme with a minimum employee contribution Testimonials Chrissie Business Development Coordinator "My favourite thing about working at Platfform is the organisation culture and how staff are treated. I've worked with many organisations and it is the first time I work in an environment where everyone cares for each other and their own unique needs. I feel supported and I am allowed to be creative in my work." Luke Young People Service Manager My favourite thing about working for Platfform is being part of a family who cares so passionately to change the world as I do. Everyone is so supportive and welcoming which makes me proud to bring my true authentic self to work every day. Life is too short to do a job in which you don't make a difference and at Platfform you make a difference every single day!" Conor John Case Worker "I enjoy working for Platfform as it has provided me with lot of skills and helped me build a strong career path. With Platfform I am always learning and building my confidence to grow as a person. In my time at Platfform I have met great staff that have always provided great support and training, I also have great work opportunities and feel I can always build and grow."

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