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Job introductionAre you ready to lead one of the most ambitious master planning programmes in the country?Do you have the energy, vision, and heart to shape the future of homes across Brighton and Hove, seeing opportunity in complexity?Are you a bold leader with experience of place shaping that tackles inequalities, drives economic generation and has positive social impact?If so, we’d like to hear from you.Brighton &amp; Hove is a bold, diverse and iconic coastal city rich in culture, community and ambition. But we also face deep-rooted inequalities and complex housing challenges that demand courageous, inclusive leadership.As our new Director of Estates Renewal, you’ll lead one of the most significant regeneration programmes in the city’s history. You’ll drive the transformation of our Large Panel System (LPS) blocks and surrounding estates, ensuring every step is shaped by the voices of residents and rooted in social justice.About the roleWe’re seeking a visionary and compassionate leader with a proven track record in estates renewal and regeneration. You’ll be confident navigating complex political environments, managing multi-million-pound budgets, and leading cross-functional teams. But above all, you’ll be passionate about creating places where people feel safe, heard and proud to live.You will:<ul><li>have a strong record of leading large-scale estate renewal or regeneration programmes, ideally within a local authority or politically complex environment</li><li>have strategic and financial acumen, with experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and securing external funding</li><li>have a collaborative, people-centered leadership style that builds trust, empowers teams and ensures resident-informed decision-making</li><li>have a deep understanding of housing policy, planning regulations and inclusive engagement practices—especially with minoritised communities</li><li>be responsible for the strategic redevelopment of the city’s LPS blocks and surrounding estates—ensuring that every decision delivers inclusive, place-based transformation</li><li>oversee the delivery of complex housing renewal projects, working closely with elected members, residents and multidisciplinary teams to reduce health and socio-economic inequalities</li><li>manage budgets and development options to coordinate engagement and support for tenants and leaseholders, your work will directly impact on the lives of thousands across the city</li></ul>We’re a learning organisation with a united leadership team, committed to innovation, collaboration and impact. Despite financial pressures, we’re investing in transformation and building a council fit for the future one that’s connected, creative and confident.You’ll join our extended Corporate Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Corporate Director of Homes &amp; Adult Social Care, and play a key role in shaping the future of housing and place-making across Brighton &amp; Hove.This role is politically restricted.&nbsp; For further information on what this means for employees in post, please click on the document attachment below.For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Genette Laws, Corporate Director, Homes &amp; Adult Social Care:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Genette.laws@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Genette.laws@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Closing date: 17 November 2025.

Director of Estates Renewal

<h2>About the job</h2>Connect with what you’ll doIn the role you’ll:<ul><li>Lead the housing team on delivering strong case management, using insight into cases to ensure high quality of responses, signposting and ensuring that cases are managed in line with expectations</li><li>Lead on the delivery of tenancy management and anti-social behaviour services to ensure we take a proactive and proportionate approach to resolve issues in line with legislation and HOS guidance.</li><li>Co-ordination of the business response to unacceptable behaviour from customers to colleagues and ensure compliance in line with our policy.</li><li>To be responsible for authorizing expenditure up to delegated and ensure it is value for money</li><li>Represent RHP at multi-agency meetings, supporting the assessment of customers</li><li>Collaborate with external agencies across all boroughs, ensuring customers have equal and consistent access to services</li><li>Ensure that risks are mitigated and that the team remains compliant with all relevant legislation.</li><li>Lead on to ensure that housing related complaints are managed to high quality and in line with our policies and current regulation, supporting responses to Councillors, MP and other stakeholders.</li><li>Regularly review and implement effective housing policies and procedures</li><li>Lead your team’s performance through regular one to ones, coaching and reviews and ensure the teams complete all mandatory training</li><li>Create an environment where there is strong employee engagement, and we remain a great place to work</li><li>Deputise for the Head of Housing Services and cover for the Customer Contact Manager.</li></ul>Connect with how you’ll do itWe’re looking for someone with experience of:<ul><li>Managing a team that delivers exceptional standards of customer service.</li><li>Housing management, managing vulnerable customers, and safeguarding adults.</li><li>Ability to travel to attend meetings (occasionally in the evenings) and carry out regular site and customer visits</li></ul>The key behaviours we expect in the role include:<ul><li>Role modelling our values: We know our stuff / We make it happen / We care</li><li>Demonstrating inclusive behaviours, respecting, and embracing difference and listening to other people’s unique perspective.</li><li>Communicating passionately and authentically across different channels, adapting your style and methods to meet the needs of a diverse range of customers and colleagues.</li><li>The ability to create an environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves, treating everyone as equals and encouraging a contribution from all.</li><li>Being digitally savvy, learning our systems quickly and using them to deliver an amazing customer experience.</li><li>Taking pride in being organised so you can work with pace and deliver your promises on time.</li><li>Making wise decisions and solving problems without overcomplicating things</li><li>Remaining curious, always looking for ways to improve the customer experience.</li><li>Taking ownership and being tenacious to make things happen.</li><li>Being the best version of yourself in every situation, lifting your team up and showing resilience, even when it’s tough&nbsp;</li></ul>

Housing Manager

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 Yewtree Court development based in Sanderstead, Surrey. Hours: 25 hours per week - Monday to Friday, shift pattern to be agreed with the hiring manager. 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

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

Overview Believe in People? The best people have one thing in common. They care. At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options. Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold, our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest. Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our West Sussex service. If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant team. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator to join our team who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. Location: Within this role you'll be working as part of the West Sussex Drug and Alcohol Wellbeing Network. The role is based in our East Team covering Crawley and Mid Sussex. There will be an expectation for the post holder to work from other locations across West Sussex as required Part Time Hours: 18.75 per week Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35* *Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the Role: <ul><li>Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.</li><li>Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by substance use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.</li><li>Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.</li><li>Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.</li><li>Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.</li><li>Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.</li><li>Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.</li></ul>About You: <ul><li>Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by substance use.</li><li>Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.</li><li>Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.</li><li>Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.</li><li>Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.</li><li>Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.</li><li>A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Participation in a contributory pension scheme.</li><li>A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A warm and supportive team environment.</li><li>Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme.</li></ul>Please reflect the attached Job Description and Person Specifications in your application. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 23/11/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Rebecca Roberts | <a href="mailto:rebecca.roberts@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.roberts@cgl.org.uk</a> | 07741 627737 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

Job introduction Brighton &amp; Hove is a great place to live, learn, work and visit. Our diverse and vibrant community is passionate about the city and there's a shared commitment to celebrating and promoting all that makes Brighton &amp; Hove so unique. We are committed to delivering an outstanding service to our residents and to making the Tenancy Team within our Housing, Neighbourhood and Communities Directorate the first choice for Housing Officers to work. If you are looking to work in a flexible and forward-thinking organisation after a period of time away from the workplace, or you are an experienced Housing Officer looking for an exciting new challenge, then we would be delighted to hear from you. For an informal discussion, please contact Graham Davies - Housing Manager on 01273 293218 About the role You will have a relevant professional qualification or proven experience of working in housing at this level. Your experience will have given you an excellent knowledge and understanding of the full range of housing management services, including the relevant legal context. You will be comfortable in managing a diverse and complex caseload in a high demand service and will be a strong collaborator with a range of teams in a multi-agency setting. You'll be working in a directorate that is dedicated to empowering people from different communities and backgrounds to come together, live well and thrive, supported by our city-wide work on fairness, inclusion, and engagement. You'll have an ability to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders, a deep understanding of the needs of our different communities and residents, and the skills to ensure accessibility and inclusion in your work. We have a full time vacancy available, with flexible working including working from home to support a positive work / life balance. We can also offer fully office-based arrangements as an option. Our diverse team is based across the city in one of our three housing offices and at our Housing Centre based in Moulsecoomb. On the days you are working in the office you will be in a spacious and welcoming working environment, with a friendly and supportive team. In return, we can offer you a competitive salary, training and qualifications, career progression with the opportunity to become involved and lead on bespoke projects, flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance with the opportunity to buy extra days, staff discounts, and admittance into the Local Government Pension Scheme. For more information about the organisation and the specific roles please download the job description / person specification. Please read our Apply for a job at the council pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you've submitted your application and at interview. As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) and (Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process. Additional information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only. For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit Why work for us Company information Encouraging a diverse workforce Our city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans. Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our fair and inclusive actions, our anti-racism strategy and the work we are doing to encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk). Salary range <ul><li>£39,862 - £42,839 per year</li></ul>

Housing Officer

Job introduction Are you a team player who enjoys the challenge of working in a busy environment? If so, here is an exciting opportunity to join Brighton &amp; Hove City Council's Property &amp; Investment Team. We are a small Team who work closely with the council's surveyors, responsive repairs team, gas contractors and other teams, to deliver excellent customer service to our residents and elected members, ensuring the customer experience is both positive and effective as well as the job being interesting and varied. Interviews to be held week commencing 1st December 2025. For an informal discussion, please contact Tracy Lewis - Customer Services Manager on 01273 293157 About the role As a Partnership and Resident Liaison Officer, you will provide assistance to the Customer Services Manager in delivering excellent customer service by engaging with and obtaining the support and input of other stakeholders, in order that our service is developed to the optimum level. Collectively as part of the team, you will be responsible for the investigation and resolution of complaints and enquires from residents, elected members and colleagues. You will be responsible for developing and applying existing systems to monitor and carry out leaseholder consultation, and to assist in ensuring compliance in all regards with the service charges, consultation requirements and regulations. If you do not possess an understanding of leasehold management in general, specifically consultation requirements under sections 18-30 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, training will be given. This role involves the use of Microsoft Office and in-house computer systems and requires you to be able to monitor and analyse data for your team to ensure adherence to statutory deadlines. You will have experience of working in a busy office environment with the ability to prioritise your workload around the demands of the service and strict deadlines. We want you to feel supported and valued so we offer fantastic benefits such as: <ul><li>generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>flexible working hours scheme</li><li>access to the Local Government Pension scheme </li><li>1-2-1 support from your Customer Services Manager</li><li>Learning &amp; Development opportunities</li><li>other staff benefits and discounts such as bus ticket and cycle loans: reduced cost gym membership with Freedom Leisure.</li></ul>Please read our Apply for a job at the council pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you've submitted your application and at interview. As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) and (Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process. Additional information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only. For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit Why work for us Company information Encouraging a diverse workforce Our city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans. Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our fair and inclusive actions, our anti-racism strategy and the work we are doing to encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk). Salary range <ul><li>£28,142 - £28,598 per year</li></ul>

Resident Liaison Officer

Job Description Our Estates Teams are critical for delivering a great resident experience. They work hard to provide a high-quality estate service covering gardening, grounds maintenance and cleaning. We have an opportunity for an Estate Assistant to join our team in the Crawley area on a permanent, full-time basis. You will provide a high-quality gardening and grounds maintenance and cleaning, ensuring compliance with agreed standards, specifications, and timescales. This will include cleaning internal communal areas and keeping external areas well maintained. You will represent Guinness on site, fostering positive working relationships working with customers, contractors, and colleagues to provide access, report any responsive repairs, fly tipping, graffiti, and safeguarding alerts. What we're looking for We are a customer-focussed organisation so we know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You will not only be an experienced Estate Assistant, but you will also have great customer service skills and a willingness to go the extra mile. You will also be able to demonstrate: <ul> <li>Proven Professional experience of delivering grounds maintenance across a variety of sites and garden types.</li> <li>Experience and knowledge of lawn, shrub and plant care.</li> <li>Proven experience of achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.</li> <li>Ability to carry out physical tasks within Health &amp; Safety guidelines.</li> <li>Ability to work effectively within a team and without high levels of supervision.</li> <li>Knowledge of Health &amp; Safety legislation, Including COSHH and PPE.</li></ul>If you are interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached role profile. INDTGP REEDTGP TJTGP About Us The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for nearly 160,000 residents nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our residents, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Estate Assistant

We are currently looking for a Adaptations Surveyor to join the team in our Home Improvement Agency based in Bletchingley. You will be responsible for undertaking of holistic assessments, creation of personalised outcome plans to support independent living including forms of Minor and Major Adaptations. Assessing entitlement to grants and other mean tested benefits. Providing a building surveying service for adaptations from inception to completion including all elements of costing and case oversight. You will be working closely with our Case Workers, Technical Officers and other professionals in our adaptations team. What can we offer you? <ul><li>£35,000 per annum </li><li>Monday - Friday 08.30 - 17.00</li><li>25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) plus optional 5 unpaid days (pro rata for part-time)</li><li>Company Pension Scheme</li><li>Company Sick Pay</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>A rewards scheme - 200+ exclusive perks and discounts from leading retailers and leisure outlets</li></ul>You will work in collaboration with other services provided by Surrey Council and other external bodies, to facilitate a seamless service for all customers, whilst ensuring that the sharing of information is conducted in accordance with Millbrook's policies and procedures. What are we looking for <ul><li>Outstanding administration and customer service skills</li><li>Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail</li><li>Experience of managing a workload effectively</li><li>Previous experience working within the public sector or with vulnerable people would be benefical</li><li>Experience of working within a target driven organisation</li><li>Ability to maintain excellent case records essential</li></ul>Millbrook Healthcare Group are an inclusive and caring employer who understand that not everyone's job needs are the same. Therefore, we are open to supporting flexible working requests such as part time working, job shares and flexible hours wherever possible, to support our colleague's lifestyle differences. So please feel free to let us know of any specific requirements you may have, and these can then be discussed in more detail if you are successful in your application Our ambition at Millbrook Healthcare is to become the leading provider in the assisted living sector whilst ensuring our core company values 'CARES' remain unchanged. We are always looking to recruit hard working and talented individuals to become a part of our ongoing growth and success. You'll enjoy all the support and encouragement you need to reach your own potential and develop a rewarding career along the way. Care and respect for our colleagues and service users Accountable and proud Ready to learn and grow Enhance our service users' lives ocially responsible, ethical and transparent This role is working in a regulated activity and may be subject to a DBS disclosure, satisfactory references and Social Media Screening. No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.

Adaptations Surveyor

At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference. Overall Job Purpose: To provide comprehensive and effective housing advice to all customers who approach the Council as homeless or threatened with homelessness working to prevent and relieve homelessness wherever possible and to secure suitable accommodation solutions. The post-holder would ensure the Council fulfils its statutory homelessness duties. Please note that this post is offered as a fixed-term contract of 12 months. For more information about joining the Housing Options Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage). We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements. Please see Why work for Arun for more information on what Arun offers their employees. We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability. For support with your application and CV writing, please visit Applying for a job with us. If you need further support with the application process, please contact Askhr, regarding alternative ways to apply. Previous applicants need not apply CLOSING DATE: Friday 7 November 23:59pm INTERVIEW DATE: Wednesday 19 November

Housing Options Officer

<ul><li>Role_Profile_-_Options_officers_2024</li></ul>At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference. Overall Job Purpose: To provide comprehensive and effective housing advice to all customers who approach the Council as homeless or threatened with homelessness working to prevent and relieve homelessness wherever possible and to secure suitable accommodation solutions. The post-holder would ensure the Council fulfils its statutory homelessness duties. Please note that this post is offered as a fixed-term contract of 12 months. For more information about joining the Housing Options Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage). We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements. Please see Why work for Arun for more information on what Arun offers their employees. We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability. For support with your application and CV writing, please visit Applying for a job with us. If you need further support with the application process, please contact Askhr, regarding alternative ways to apply. Previous applicants need not apply CLOSING DATE: Friday 7 November 23:59pm INTERVIEW DATE: Wednesday 19 November Salary range <ul><li>£34,434 - £36,363 per year</li></ul>

Overview Empower change within the Criminal Justice System! Are you prepared to make a profound impact on the lives affected by substance misuse? If so, we're seeking an experienced Drug and Alcohol Worker to join our collaboration with Probation in Eastbourne, offering a genuine opportunity to engage in transformative one-to-one therapeutic work with individuals. Step into the heart of East Sussex and embrace a remarkable opportunity as a Drug and Alcohol Worker working closely with Probation. This role isn't just about a position; it's a chance to significantly alter the lives of those seeking support, engaging in impactful one-to-one therapeutic work with each individual. you will carry a small caseload which enables you to undertake real therapeutic work. This role extends beyond its scope; it's about transforming lives and making a lasting impact within our communities. Are you ready to be the driving force behind positive change and build bridges to access treatment. Where: Eastbourne Full Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week Full Time Salary: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time) Contract Type: Permanant *Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on co Responsibilities About the role: <ul><li>Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey </li></ul><ul><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral </li></ul><ul><li>Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community </li></ul><ul><li>Promoting carer, service user and community involvement </li></ul><ul><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services </li></ul><ul><li>Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination </li></ul><ul><li>Research, design and prepare subject matter and materials for groups / pods. </li></ul><ul><li>Deliver structured content within group settings to service users at various stages of recovery </li></ul><ul><li>Engage with debriefing and evaluations with co-facilitators after groups/pods have taken place, reviewing progress and identifying concerns with service users </li></ul><ul><li>Tailor specific workshops around the needs of the service users, such as: anger management, sleep disorders, relationships, etc </li></ul>About you: <ul><li>Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working with groups/pods and managing group dynamics, such as conflict or challenging behaviour. </li></ul><ul><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills </li></ul><ul><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills </li></ul><ul><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice </li></ul><ul><li>Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users </li></ul><ul><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards </li></ul><ul><li>Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others </li></ul>What we will give to you: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us. </li></ul><ul><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme </li></ul><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme </li></ul><ul><li>Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. </li></ul><ul><li>A friendly and supportive team </li></ul><ul><li>Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities </li></ul><ul><li>Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme </li></ul>Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. Direct applications only - we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 7/11/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Yasmin Edwards | <a href="mailto:yasmin.edwards@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">yasmin.edwards@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are recruiting a permanent House Manager to join the team at our Oaktree Court development based in Addlestone, Surrey. This position is offered on a 6 month fixed term contract. Hours: 25 hours per week - Monday to Friday, shift pattern to be agreed with the hiring manager. Hourly rate: £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

ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in more than 250 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over 1,000,000 units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $35 billion of development assets and over $30 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit <a href="http://www.greystar.com" target="_blank">www.greystar.com</a>. JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY You will run an autonomous business unit taking overall responsibility and accountability for the operations including team members, daily activities, and the resources of the property to achieve established budgeted financial and operational goals. Leading the team by example your focus will be to build a vibrant, safe and welcoming community our residents enjoy being part of. JOB DESCRIPTION Key Role Responsibilities <ul><li>Acts as a role model at all times by demonstrating the core values</li><li>Leads the team to create positive memorable experiences by exceeding expectations for all residents.</li><li>Works in partnership with marketing to shape local marketing and leasing strategies based on relevant market data to achieve the property's occupancy and revenue goals</li><li>Ensures marketing campaigns, advertising and promotional activities are effectively implemented</li><li>Establishes relationships with internal and external stakeholders (sales, marketing, groups, universities) communicating regularly with representatives, ensuring the community's compliance with pertinent regulations and providing performance data and reporting</li><li>Actively seeks interaction and contact with residents to proactively seek to improve service delivery and ensure community events enhance the overall resident experience.</li><li>Meets targeted revenues by making rate recommendations based on market data and monitors payments.</li><li>Prepares and forecasts annual budgets by analysing financial statements, reviewing marketing information, and accessing operational reports.</li><li>Manages the financial performance; attending regular P&amp;L reviews with stakeholders.</li><li>Promotes investor satisfaction and retention through timely variance reporting in respect of budgeted and actual spending and on-going communication about the performance of the properties, and responds with urgency to client/owner concerns, questions, issues, and requests.</li><li>Promotes resident satisfaction and retention by ensuring a timely response to questions, requests and complaints in a timely manner, and taking appropriate action to resolve and address service issues. </li><li>Assesses team member training needs and ensure thorough understanding of systems and adherence to policies</li><li>Develops capability of team members in order to meet key performance goals and future succession requirements.</li><li>Originates, approves and submits purchase orders and processes invoices from vendors, contractors and service providers for payment and manages communication with finance team members and other stakeholders as required.</li><li>Oversees the tenancy management process by co-ordinating periodic apartment inspections, evicting residents, and imposing and collecting late fees and other charges within the terms of the agreement.</li><li>Works hand in hand with Health &amp; Safety to drive a safety culture by managing and monitoring the appropriate health &amp; safety and compliance activities including the incident reporting system and ensures that the community operates in a safe and risk free environment.</li><li>Ensures the operation of the community complies with Company policies and procedures and any laws and regulations governing housing operations and residential lettings.</li><li>Manages planned and reactive maintenance and refurbishments engaging marketing and capital projects teams to ensure timely resident communication and completion to a high standard within agreed budgets and timescales.</li><li>Conducts regular community walkabouts and inspections and takes appropriate actions to ensure that the physical aspects of the property, grounds, buildings, and amenities meet established standards for safety, cleanliness, and general appearance and appeal. </li></ul>About You <ul><li>Good level of general education</li><li>Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel and Outlook.</li><li>Proficiency in using property management software. Training will however, be provided.</li><li>A knowledge and understanding of UK Health and Safety policies preferably with some form of recognised training i.e. IOSH or NEBOSH.</li></ul>Experience &amp; Skills Essential <ul><li>Experience of successfully driving revenue, occupancy, service excellence and profitability in a multi-site operation within the property sector, leisure or retail environment.</li><li>Evidence of understanding leadership and expectation setting to achieve high performance in a multi-site role.</li><li>A positive team player, skilled at working collaboratively with team members, key business leaders to drive results and support the wider team and business objectives.</li><li>Excellent organisation skills, including the ability to prioritise workload, achieve deadline driven defined outcomes and displays good judgment under pressure.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills &amp; numerical skills necessary to complete the above activities.</li><li>Self and culturally aware and able to adapt relationship building, communications and negotiation skills to suit audience.</li><li>Flexible approach to working in a fast-paced environment and adaptable to thriving in a changing environment.</li><li>Enthusiasm to deliver an exceptional experience to stakeholders and continuously improve knowledge of self and others.</li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Evidence of change management delivery</li><li>Knowledge of Landlord/Tenant Legislation</li></ul>

Community Manager

<ul><li>Reference: EC231 </li><li>Division: Crawley Homes </li><li>Salary: £28,489.00 - £31,031.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Permanent </li><li>Posted on: 13 October 2025 </li><li>Interview date:19 November 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: F - G </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 09 November 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul>Apply for this job About the role Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Do you have a strong understanding of welfare benefits and a commitment to financial empowerment? Crawley Homes is seeking a proactive and compassionate Financial Inclusion Officer to join our Housing Management team. As a Financial Inclusion Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting tenants to avoid rent arrears and financial hardship. You'll provide tailored advice on income maximisation, welfare benefits, and money management, helping residents claim their full entitlements and improve their financial wellbeing. You will: <ul><li>lead the delivery of Crawley Homes' Financial Inclusion Strategy</li><li>develop partnerships with welfare rights organisations, credit unions, and financial service providers</li><li>support tenants with benefit claims, appeals, and financial health checks</li><li>promote access to affordable banking and credit options</li><li>deliver training and briefings to the Housing Management team on welfare reforms and financial inclusion</li><li>maintain accurate records and contribute to performance analysis and service improvement</li></ul>We're looking for someone who: <ul><li>communicates effectively across multiple channels</li><li>has strong organisational and analytical skills</li><li>understands housing benefits, welfare systems, and safeguarding principles</li><li>is resilient, empathetic, and committed to high-quality customer service</li><li>has experience supporting individuals in financial difficulty and conducting income assessments</li></ul>Why join us? At Crawley Homes, we believe in empowering our tenants and supporting our staff. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values inclusion, continuous improvement, and making a tangible impact in the community. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received. Additional information Satisfactory clearance of Basic Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS) will be a condition of your employment. Essential requirements: <ul><li>GCSE-level education or equivalent</li><li>full and current UK driving licence with access to a suitable vehicle for work-related travel</li><li>willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for the purpose of tenant consultation or other tenancy matters.</li><li>ability to work independently and as part of a team</li></ul>Desirable requirements: <ul><li>relevant degree or CIH qualification</li><li>training in debt counselling or mediation</li><li>experience in housing or local government settings</li></ul>Employee benefits We offer a generous employee benefits package, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone. Our way of working Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match. Safer recruitment Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups. How to apply Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form. For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:charlotte.mccargo@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">charlotte.mccargo@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Senior Financial Inclusion Officer, or call on 01293 438931. Apply for this job Related documents <ul><li> Financial Inclusion Officer job description (PDF, 103.55 KB) </li></ul>Salary range <ul><li>£28,489 - £31,031 per year</li></ul>

Financial Inclusion Officer

<ul><li>Reference: EC242 </li><li>Division: Crawley Homes </li><li>Salary: £32,287.00 - £38,133.00 per annum pro rata </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 31 October 2025 </li><li>Interview date:02 December 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: F - G </li><li>Working hours: 29.6 per week </li><li>Closing date: 23 November 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul>Apply for this job About the role Are you passionate about delivering high-quality housing services and making a real impact in people's lives? Crawley Homes is looking for a dedicated and proactive Housing Officer to join our dynamic Tenancy Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a front-line role, supporting tenants and managing a wide range of housing responsibilities including tenancy management, income recovery, voids, and estate services. As a Housing Officer, you'll be responsible for: <ul><li>managing tenancies, including changes, terminations, and mutual exchanges</li><li>supporting tenants with income management and arrears recovery</li><li>letting void properties efficiently and sensitively</li><li>conducting property inspections and estate management duties</li><li>liaising with tenants, contractors, and partner agencies</li><li>promoting community development and responding to safeguarding concerns</li></ul>We're seeking an individual who: <ul><li>is an excellent communicator with strong negotiation and organisational skills</li><li>has a good understanding of housing law, welfare benefits, and safeguarding</li><li>is customer-focused and committed to continuous service improvement</li><li>can work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends in response to the requirements of the post</li><li>holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a suitable vehicle</li></ul>We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received. Additional information This is an 18-month fixed-term contract, offered on a part-time basis (29.6 hours per week) across four working days, with Tuesday proposed as the non-working day. This post is subject to a satisfactory clearance of a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. A full current UK driving licence and use of a suitable vehicle are requirements of the role. Employee benefits We offer a generous employee benefits package, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone. Our way of working Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match. Safer recruitment Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups. How to apply Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form. For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:caroline.lynn@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.lynn@crawley.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:sarah.jenn@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.jenn@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Area Housing Managers. Apply for this job Related documents <ul><li> Housing Officer job description (PDF, 196.06 KB) </li></ul>Salary range <ul><li>£32,287 - £38,133 per year</li></ul>

Housing &amp; Support Officer - Sutton &amp; Epsom Have you got the passion and resilience to support and empower Transform clients to develop their independence and daily living skills? Housing management activities form part of this role, along with supporting clients daily, to empower them to resolve their problems to reach positive outcomes. If you have relevant experience of working with vulnerable people or have transferable skills, we would like to hear from you. If you'd like to work for us but have no previous experience? That's fine, as training will be provided. Salary - £26,750 per annum plus benefits (prorata for part time ) Location - Sutton &amp; Epsom Team based in Wallington Full time - 37hrs per week (part time hours available ) It is essential that you have a full valid driving licence and use of your own car for business purposes. Successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. About you You will be reflecting Transform's values in everything you do, as part of our team you will act as a keyworker to named clients, and support clients to achieve their goals and live as independently as possible, whilst ensuring they are safe and able to manage risks appropriately. A little more about your core tasks as a Housing &amp; Support Officer: <ul><li>Ability to develop non-judgmental professional relationships with clients </li><li>The ability to manage your own time, delivering outcomes, meeting deadlines</li><li>Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook and the Internet) </li></ul>Tick most of the boxes but not all? The best candidate rarely does. So, if you are excited by the role and can do most of what we are looking for, go ahead and apply; you could be exactly who we need. For an informal discussion about the role please email <a href="mailto:alevy@transformhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">alevy@transformhousing.org.uk</a> to arrange a call to discuss the post further or apply directly. About Transform Housing &amp; Support We believe that everyone should be able to live independent and fulfilling lives. We provide housing and support for many socially excluded and vulnerable people across Surrey, parts of Berkshire, West Sussex and the London Borough of Sutton. Why work at Transform Transform is a place where all colleagues are valued. We want to make sure colleagues have the flexibility they need to balance their personal lives and do well at work. We focus on outcomes and are open to different ways of working including flexible hours where possible. Our benefits are great too and include: <ul><li>28 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) </li><li>An additional 1 day (pro rata) per annum wellbeing day </li><li>A defined contribution pension scheme </li><li>Training and development opportunities </li><li>Interest-free staff loans </li><li>Flexible working options </li><li>The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days annual leave per holiday year </li><li>Life assurance cover </li></ul>Other things you need to know At Transform we celebrate diversity and know that it is critical for our success. We work hard to make sure we're inclusive, so we want to hear from anyone who is great at what they do and who shares our values. If you need any adjustments during the application or selection process so you can do your best, just let us know. We will be happy to help. We review CVs as we receive them and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match, so apply as soon as you can to avoid missing out.

Housing & Support Officer

The Vacancy Join Our Team as a Resident Liaison Officer! Location: Croydon (Responsive Maintenance Division) We're excited to offer an opportunity for a Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to join our Wates team, supporting one of our social housing contracts. Based out of our Croydon office, you'll be the friendly face and key point of contact for our residents, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience throughout our maintenance programmes. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li> Set up and manage the Tenant/Customer/Resident Liaison Service across multiple sites.</li> <li> Attend regular meetings with client representatives and residents to maintain top-tier customer service.</li> <li> Ensure a consistent and caring approach to customer interactions.</li> <li> Act as the escalation point for tenant complaints and manage the resolution process.</li> <li> Keep the on-site database updated to reflect ongoing works.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul> <li>Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.</li> <li>Proven experience as an RLO, ideally within planned maintenance programmes.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of internal and external works.</li> <li>Excellent communication, customer service, and IT skills.</li> <li>Willingness to undergo a Basic DBS check at offer stage.</li></ul>We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and assess any disclosed convictions individually. We're committed to fair hiring practices and creating an inclusive workplace. Ready to make a difference in residents' lives? Apply now and be part of a team that values care, communication, and community. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background. Awards BEST PROJECT Inside Housing Development Awards WINNER 2022 Construction News Awards Winner GOLD AWARD Investors in People 2022 GOLD AWARD Considerate Constructors Schemes (CCS) National Site Awards TOP 50 EMPLOYERS 2022 Top 50 Employers for Women WINNER 2022 Working Families Best Practice Awards

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Brighton Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, unlawful eviction, succession for tenants, neighbourhood problems, and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the appeal Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department</li> <li>Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.</li> <li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li> <li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li> <li>You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential</li> <li>Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years</li> <li>Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this</li> <li>Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Strong management skills</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems</li> <li>Experience within the legal sector is preferable</li> <li>Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

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