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We’re committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District.As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You’ll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council’s housing ambitions.Everything you need to knowWe’re looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld.You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 – £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative.What you will be doing<ul><li>Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council’s housing priorities.</li><li>Developing and delivering the Council’s Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies.</li><li>Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations.</li><li>Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants).</li><li>Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need.</li><li>Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators.</li><li>Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group.</li><li>Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners.</li></ul>What you will bring to the role<ul><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field.</li><li>Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.</li><li>Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups.</li><li>Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement.</li><li>Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents.</li><li>Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms.</li><li>A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives.</li><li>Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money.</li><li>A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance.</li></ul>What’s in it for youWe are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.Other benefits include:<ul><li>Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays)</li><li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li><li>Extra Christmas closure day</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Opportunities to join in with social activities</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,</li><li>Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li><li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li></ul>Find out moreFor an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on:01732 227272Best chance of being shortlistedRead the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.Closing date: 7th September 23:59Interview date: 25th September&nbsp;<h4>Equal Opportunities</h4>Sevenoaks – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h4>How to apply</h4>Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.<h4>Further information on this vacancy</h4><ul><li><a href="https://ats-sevenoaks.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/319864/documents/761222" target="_blank">Housing Policy Enforcement Manager</a></li></ul>

Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager

We are currently recruiting for a Housing Options Officer to provide specialist housing solutions casework and advice for persons with housing needs to include, but not exclusively, the following: - Options to prevent homelessness - partnership and joint working with other specialist agencies e.g. young person's joint assessments, children and adult services, voluntary housing support organisations and advocacy and mediation. Homeless applications and the issuing of decisions - to assist the Housing Options Team Leader in promoting joint working and partnerships with housing providers, including Registered Social and Private Sector landlords, to increase the availability and quality of settled accommodation. To provide a customer focused, pro-active service to help residents secure their housing choices. The successful post holder will be subject to a Standard DBS check. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Tracy Partridge on <a href="mailto:tracy.partridge@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracy.partridge@medway.gov.uk</a> In return we offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker </li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our Council Plan priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day's paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively. Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction. For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date. Salary range <ul><li>£31,283 - £37,181 per year</li></ul>

Housing Options Officer

We're building thriving communities as one of the UK's largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that's truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. Great opportunity for a customer focused individual to provide quality service to our customers at the start and end of their tenancy. You will work with internal teams to ensure prompt turnaround of homes, placing adverts, complete viewings, inspections and giving first class advice to customers. What you'll achieve Working in a busy Lettings team, you will have a collaborative approach to ensure service standards are met. This role will involve working across the East Sussex area so own transport is essential. With mileages costs covered, you would cover a broad area such as Hastings, Bexhill, Brighton and over to Ashford and Maidstone and surroundings. The Lettings team work collaboratively and the wider team is based up in the Midlands and East. What you'll bring Essential skills <ul><li>Excellent numeracy, literacy and communication skills.</li><li>Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in England and Mathematics.</li><li>IT literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.</li><li>Ability to prioritise, manage own workload and to meet deadlines.</li><li>Commitment and understanding of how to deliver excellent customer service.</li><li>Team player and focus on team task approach to meet the needs of the customer</li><li>Previous experience in a customer service environment.</li><li>Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service. Own transport essential.</li><li>Flexibility to meet deadlines where appropriate</li><li>Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required in line with the level of responsibility of the post in order to meet the changing needs of the organisation.</li><li>Experience in similar role, eg lettings, tenancy management</li></ul>Why Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here's what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you're a student, graduate or experienced professional we'll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We're proud to make a difference to people together. We're values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: <ol><li>Online application</li><li>Interview(s)</li><li>Decision and offer</li></ol> We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.

Lettings Officer

Team Manager - Housing Support Department: Housing Support Employment Type: Permanent Location: East Sussex - St-Leonards-On-Sea Compensation: GBP 33,951 / year Description Location: Office base is in St Leonards. Team delivery covering Hastings and Rother districts. Salary: GBP 33,951 per year Plus GBP 1,000 annual essential car user allowance Hours: 37 per week Are you someone who leads with empathy, brings structure to complexity, and is passionate about helping people feel safe and secure in their homes? Southdown is one of the leading providers of housing, care, and support services in Sussex. Our Housing Support Services help people who are at risk of homelessness, living in temporary accommodation, or facing challenges such as poverty, mental health issues, or domestic abuse. We work in partnership with local authorities to offer person-centred support that helps people find stability and move forward. As a Team Manager, you'll lead our frontline housing support staff, helping create a consistent, compassionate and effective service. You'll provide guidance, oversight and encouragement to staff while building strong relationships with commissioners and community partners. Your leadership will create the conditions where people doing challenging work feel supported, heard and able to deliver real impact. The Assertive Outreach &amp; Move On ServiceThe Assertive Outreach &amp; Move On Service provides direct support to people across East Sussex who are rough sleeping or living in temporary accommodation following a period of homelessness. Working alongside a multi-disciplinary team, including health services, substance dependency services and housing authorities we provide a wraparound package of support, using a trauma-informed approach, aimed at supporting people away from homelessness and into settled accommodation. We welcome applications from people with experience in roles such as Housing Team Leader, Homelessness Services Manager, Supported Housing Coordinator, or anyone with the right values, leadership experience and transferable skills. If you bring a supportive leadership style and commitment to housing security, we will provide the training to help you succeed in the role. Perks and benefits: <ul><li>Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover.</li><li>Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.</li><li>Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets.</li><li> Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. </li><li>Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service.</li><li>25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Experience What you'll need for the role: <ul><li>Experience managing or supervising a frontline support team</li><li>A values-led approach to leadership, staff wellbeing and service quality</li><li>Strong organisational and communication skills</li><li>Confidence working with external partners, stakeholders and commissioners</li><li>A commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed practice</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to a car (with business insurance)</li><li>An enhanced DBS check (paid for by Southdown)</li></ul>What would be nice: <ul><li>Knowledge of housing, homelessness prevention or tenancy sustainment</li><li>Experience managing risk, safeguarding or crisis situations</li><li>Familiarity with contract delivery or working to KPIs</li></ul>Training:Our award-winning in-house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply:Please click on the 'Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Team Manager - Housing Support

Do you have experience working in the social housing sector? Are you looking for part-time hours? Are you available for a 1 year fixed term contract? This role is working as part of a dedicated and hardworking team at a housing association in Chatham, Kent - easily commutable from Gravesend, Sittingbourne, Maidstone, Dartford, and parts of Essex like Grays, Rainham, Dagenham, Upminster, etc. You'll be working in housing management, tenancy and neighbourhood services; engaging with residents and dealing with any disputes. Using residents' feedback to improve service levels, providing advice on tenants' rights and responsibilities, and helping them to settle into their new home. This is a part-time role working 22.5 hours / 3 days per week, it's flexible as to what days you want to choose, for a 1 year fixed-term contract. Salary for the role is £32,947 (pro rata for part-time) with annual bonus, and benefits include generous holiday allowance of 28 days (pro rata, PLUS bank holidays) and free on site parking. Ideally you will hold a relevant professional qualification such as CIH Level 2 or 3 but this is not a dealbreaker - having practical, hands on work experience is more important. If you have worked in the Housing sector, Community and Neighbourhood Services, then I want to hear from you! Apply today.

Housing Officer - Part Time

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are recruiting a permanent House Manager to join the team at our Culpeper Court development based in Ashford, Kent. Hours: 25 hours per week -Monday to Friday Hourly rate: £17,908.61 per annum Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

House Manager

The Trust offers hybrid working, with staff splitting their time between offices, reserves, visitor centres and some remote work, depending on their role. This role is based at Tyland Barn, Maidstone; travel will be required as needed. About us: Kent Wildlife Trust is the county's leading conservation charity with more than 31,000 members and over 1000 registered volunteers. We manage and protect over 9000 acres of land across more than 90 different sites and nature reserves, alongside 2 visitor centres. But we can't save nature alone. So, we work closely with local communities, businesses, organisations and individuals to protect and restore wildlife and wild spaces and create a wilder Kent for the benefit of people and the planet. What you'll be doing: We are looking for a passionate and committed leader in community engagement to drive forward our mission at Kent Wildlife Trust. Our goal is to see 25% of people in Kent taking action for nature by 2030. As Wilder Engagement Manager, you will lead our Wilder Engagement Team to develop and implement innovative approaches to community organising and stakeholder engagement, ensuring people and wildlife can thrive together. This role is pivotal in delivering real change for nature, empowering communities, and integrating social science into our conservation work. Your key responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Community &amp; Stakeholder Engagement - Building and nurturing relationships with local communities and key stakeholders to support coexistence with wildlife.</li><li>Community Organising - Leading and implementing an evidence-based approach that empowers communities to take meaningful action for nature.</li><li>Social Science &amp; Impact Measurement - Overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of our engagement efforts, working closely with the Monitoring &amp; Evidence team.</li><li>Leadership &amp; Collaboration- Managing and supporting a team of passionate community organisers while working in partnership with a wide range of organisations and experts.</li><li>Strategic Development - Championing community organising within Kent Wildlife Trust, influencing best practices and securing sustainable funding for engagement initiatives.</li></ul>Our work includes exciting species reintroduction and wilding projects such as Pine Martens, European Bison, Red-billed Chough, and Beavers, as well as large-scale landscape restoration projects. You will play a vital role in ensuring these projects are developed in partnership with communities, creating lasting change for both people and wildlife. What we need you to bring: You are a passionate and driven leader, committed to supporting communities and empowering local people to take action for nature. You will thrive in this role if you: <ul><li>Have experience in community engagement, organising, or stakeholder relationship management.</li><li>Are an excellent communicator who can build relationships with diverse groups, from local volunteers to policymakers.</li><li>Are strategic and solutions-focused, with the ability to lead, inspire and support a team.</li><li>Have knowledge or experience of social science methodologies for monitoring and evaluation.</li><li>Understand the barriers to community involvement in conservation and have ideas for how to overcome them.</li><li>Have experience working with underrepresented groups and are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice.</li></ul>If you are passionate about connecting people and nature, we want to hear from you. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Appointment is dependent upon a satisfactory DBS check. What we will offer in return: We offer exceptional enhanced benefits. Recognising the wellbeing pressures related to the climate and nature crises we face as a society, we provide flexible work options, wellbeing initiatives, and professional development opportunities. Whatever stage of your career you're at, our comprehensive benefits package at Kent Wildlife Trust can be a key factor in your choice to join us. Next steps: If you're ready to join our team and help us create a Wilder Kent, simply click "Apply now" to apply via our website. Here you can find out more about the role and complete the online application form. Be sure to include your personal statement in the space provided and upload your CV, and take a moment to review the guidance notes for helpful tips. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at Tyland Barn, Maidstone on 8th or 9th September 2025. We will let unsuccessful candidates know if they have not been shortlisted. Kent Wildlife Trust believes that everyone has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people, and adults at risk; we are committed to ensuring their safety and wellbeing is at the heart of our engagement with people. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to references, Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks as appropriate to the role. The Kent Wildlife Trust Group is Wild About Inclusion. To us, this means inspiring, empowering and engaging people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities, to change the natural world for the better. It also means cultivating inclusive workspaces that are free from discrimination, where differences are celebrated, everyone can be themselves and flourish, just like nature!

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