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Join Hightown as a Scheme Manager - Oxleys Road Salary: £33,054 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Driving Licence Required: Yes About the Role Are you passionate about supporting people with mental health needs and leading a dedicated team? We're looking for an experienced Scheme Manager to join our supported housing service at Oxleys Road, a purpose-built scheme of 20 one-bedroom flats designed for individuals living with mental illness. As Scheme Manager, you'll: <ul><li>Lead and inspire a committed staff team</li><li>Review and implement support plans using a trauma-informed and psychologically informed approach (PIE)</li><li>Manage change, including the rollout of our new support planning tool, Nourish</li><li>Provide outreach support to individuals in the wider community</li><li>Oversee rota planning, budgets, recruitment, and induction</li><li>Ensure high standards of care and compliance with PAMMs inspections</li></ul>This is a hands-on leadership role where your creativity, resilience, and person-centred approach will make a real difference. What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who: <ul><li>Has experience working in mental health services</li><li>Understands best practices in supporting individuals with complex needs including autism, personality disorders, and schizophrenia</li><li>Is confident in multi-agency working and advocating for service users</li><li>Can support staff wellbeing and lead by example</li><li>Is flexible and willing to work occasional weekends</li><li>Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle</li></ul>Our Values We're proud of our values and want you to share them: <ul><li>Putting residents and people we support first</li><li>Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice</li><li>Developing passionate and committed teams</li><li>Being cost-effective without compromising standards or safety</li></ul>Why Work for Hightown? We offer a generous benefits package to support your wellbeing and career development: <ul><li>33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service</li><li>Annual bonus based on performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus</li><li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development</li><li>Workplace pension scheme &amp; life assurance (3x salary)</li><li>Mileage reimbursement</li><li>Refer-a-friend bonus (£130)</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li><li>Fully paid DBS</li></ul>Ready to make a difference? If you share our values and want to lead a service that truly supports people to live independently, we'd love to hear from you. We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer

Scheme Manager

Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a new team operating in the community across the London Borough of Hillingdon. We are seeking a nurse to support a multidisciplinary team to help engage with the homeless population who struggle with substance use within the borough of Hillingdon. The team use holistic assertive outreach techniques to support service users to access community-based drug and alcohol treatment and to secure long-term accommodation. Main duties of the job The role will be part of the Addictions Recover Community, Hillingdon (ARCH) team, based in Uxbridge, but predominantly community-facing, working in sites across the borough. You will be a registered nurse (RMN/RGN), with a keen interest to work within the field of addiction psychiatry. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to engage with hard to reach individuals to provide treatment within a variety of community based settings. You will have a range of therapeutic skills to support service users such as motivational interviewing techniques to encourage service users to work towards recovery. Knowledge of dual diagnosis, physical health and assessment skills would be beneficial. The successful applicant will be expected to be able to assess and manage substance misusing clients by applying the concepts of harm minimisation approaches, relapse prevention, motivational Interviewing, detoxification programmes according to their clinical needs, and in accordance with up-to-date evidence-based practice and relevant Trust clinical protocol and policies. About us The Addictions Directorate within CNWL Foundation Trust is a large, well-established provider offering a wide range of specialist NHS drug and alcohol treatment interventions to the diverse and multicultural populations in Central and North West London. Our drug and alcohol services include community services, A&amp;E liaison services, Peripatetic nurses, Family Therapy, a National Problem Gambling Service and a Club Drug Clinic. Our substance misuse services are dedicated to helping reduce the harm caused by substance misuse; helping people overcome their dependency and problematic use of substances. We are proud to help both service users and their families rebuild their lives and enable recovery. We are committed to working in partnership with other providers and service users in local systems of treatment and recovery. We are a forward-facing trust who believes in training and development of nurses skills and can prioritise supporting prospective applicants to learn new skills in working with providing service users addictions support. We have ample opportunities to gain a greater understanding of essential skills underpinning clinical practice such as motivational interviewing techniques, relapse management and clinical specialist skills such venepuncture, ECG, dry blood spot testing and fibro scan training. Job description Job responsibilities <ul><li>To provide specialist drug and alcohol outreach clinics for local hostels, homeless individuals and organise health services in the local authority catchment</li><li>To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the management and treatment provision of a range of specialist services to service users experiencing difficulties with drugs and alcohol. Interventions include harm minimisation approaches, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, ITEP care planning, individual interventions, general health assessment, wound assessment and management, injecting site assessment, lifestyle assessment and physical health assessment including urine drug screening. The role includes using skills in mental health assessment, referral to appropriate mental health services and psychosocial group work</li><li>To promote health and wellbeing and improve health inequalities by completing a range of health checks and to be able to assess service users general health and provide early intervention treatment, sign posting and referral to other organised health services</li><li>To develop and maintain pathways into specialist services to ensure the health and well-being of residents is met, including primary care services. To sign post service users to the appropriate health care settings to meet their needs.</li><li>To manage a caseload of service users accessing rough sleepers support. To ensure safety is maintained and risks are escalated appropriately. To ensure that gold standard holistic care is provided to individuals accessing addictions support.</li></ul>Job description Job responsibilities <ul><li>To provide specialist drug and alcohol outreach clinics for local hostels, homeless individuals and organise health services in the local authority catchment</li><li>To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the management and treatment provision of a range of specialist services to service users experiencing difficulties with drugs and alcohol. Interventions include harm minimisation approaches, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, ITEP care planning, individual interventions, general health assessment, wound assessment and management, injecting site assessment, lifestyle assessment and physical health assessment including urine drug screening. The role includes using skills in mental health assessment, referral to appropriate mental health services and psychosocial group work</li><li>To promote health and wellbeing and improve health inequalities by completing a range of health checks and to be able to assess service users general health and provide early intervention treatment, sign posting and referral to other organised health services</li><li>To develop and maintain pathways into specialist services to ensure the health and well-being of residents is met, including primary care services. To sign post service users to the appropriate health care settings to meet their needs.</li><li>To manage a caseload of service users accessing rough sleepers support. To ensure safety is maintained and risks are escalated appropriately. To ensure that gold standard holistic care is provided to individuals accessing addictions support.</li></ul>Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>oRMN</li> <li>oEvidence of continuing personal development and post-registration training in the nursing care, assessment and treatment of substance misuse clients</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>oCompleted the Motivational Interviewing Training Module</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>oExperience working in Mental Health setting or substance misuse setting</li> <li>oExperience in undertaking Risk Assessment and Risk Management</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>oExperience of working in and delivering services to injecting drug users.</li> <li>oExperience of working with stimulant users and people with alcohol problems</li> <li>oExperience of group facilitation</li> <li>oExperience of managing a caseload within the community</li> <li>oExperience working with Patient Information Systems</li> </ul> Skills and knowledge Essential <ul> <li>Good communication and presentation skills (verbal and written) plus good levels of numeracy.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and to prioritise effectively</li> <li>An appreciation of the range of issues that may affect substance misusers</li> <li>An understanding of harm minimisation and health promotion in the specific context of substance misuse</li> <li>IT literate: competent using Microsoft Word and able to report clinical activity data on patient information systems.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Awareness/knowledge of research skills</li> <li>Awareness of counselling models</li> <li>Awareness of Public health issues</li> </ul> Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics Essential <ul> <li>Ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach, which considers the needs of the whole person.</li> <li>Able to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy, using good communication skills</li> <li>Non-judgmental attitude to client group</li> <li>The post holder must have the ability to understand and implement the Equal and Diversity policy at a level appropriate to the job</li> </ul>Person Specification Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>oRMN</li> <li>oEvidence of continuing personal development and post-registration training in the nursing care, assessment and treatment of substance misuse clients</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>oCompleted the Motivational Interviewing Training Module</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>oExperience working in Mental Health setting or substance misuse setting</li> <li>oExperience in undertaking Risk Assessment and Risk Management</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>oExperience of working in and delivering services to injecting drug users.</li> <li>oExperience of working with stimulant users and people with alcohol problems</li> <li>oExperience of group facilitation</li> <li>oExperience of managing a caseload within the community</li> <li>oExperience working with Patient Information Systems</li> </ul> Skills and knowledge Essential <ul> <li>Good communication and presentation skills (verbal and written) plus good levels of numeracy.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and to prioritise effectively</li> <li>An appreciation of the range of issues that may affect substance misusers</li> <li>An understanding of harm minimisation and health promotion in the specific context of substance misuse</li> <li>IT literate: competent using Microsoft Word and able to report clinical activity data on patient information systems.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Awareness/knowledge of research skills</li> <li>Awareness of counselling models</li> <li>Awareness of Public health issues</li> </ul> Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics Essential <ul> <li>Ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach, which considers the needs of the whole person.</li> <li>Able to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy, using good communication skills</li> <li>Non-judgmental attitude to client group</li> <li>The post holder must have the ability to understand and implement the Equal and Diversity policy at a level appropriate to the job</li> </ul>Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Address ARCH, Old Bank House 64 High St, Uxbridge London UB8 1JP Employer's website

Clinical Nurse Practitioner -Homeless Outreach

Housing Operations Manager Salary up to £50,000 per annum plus work your way with flexibility and family friendly policies. Permanent and 6-month Fixed Term opportunities Bishop Stortford covering your patch across Hertfordshire and Essex. Home, a place where you belong Are you an experienced housing professional who leads and inspires? Join us to manage a diverse housing portfolio across our Central region delivering rented, leasehold and supported housing services. You'll ensure regulatory compliance, operational excellence and outstanding customer outcomes while shaping strategy and leading high-performing teams to achieve real impact. If you're ready to step into a role with real scope, this could be your switch moment. What you'll do <ul><li> Lead and support Service Managers and Housing Managers and their team performance across rented, leasehold and supported housing </li><li> Manage your own housing portfolio ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards and internal policies </li><li> Drive operational efficiency, including rent collection, void management, tenancy sustainment and continuous improvement across all service strands </li><li> Monitor KPIs, performance and budgets, making data-driven decisions to improve services </li><li> Build strong relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders to support our strategic objectives </li></ul>Why join us You'll join a team that's collaborative, experienced and genuinely supportive - our colleagues make a real difference here. You'll have the freedom to shape your role, grow your skills, influence outcomes for our customers and make a real impact. Be part of one of the UK's top 10 Great Places to Work! You have <ul><li> Significant experience managing housing services in rented, leasehold and supported settings. You'll ideally have - or be working towards CiH Level 4 too. </li><li> Proven leadership skills and a track record of developing brilliant teams and ensuring a high-performance culture with measurable outcomes </li><li> Knowledge of housing regulations and compliance requirements </li><li> Ability to manage budgets, interpret financial data and make commercial decisions </li><li> Excellent communication, coaching, negotiation and conflict resolution skills </li></ul>Stronger together We do our best work when we're ourselves. That's why inclusion, wellbeing, and our diversity networks help make Home Group a great place to work ! The Practical bits <ul><li> You'll manage your own diary and we're open to agree a working pattern with you. </li><li> We typically work on a hybrid basis with 2 days per week in our local services or out in our communities, with the rest from home. As you're covering a large geographical patch there will be a fair bit of travel to our services and teams. </li><li> You need an Enhanced with barring list DBS check (we pay) </li><li> You need to be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle insured for business purposes (on the job mileage? We've got you covered!) </li></ul>What's in it for you? <ul><li> 34 days leave, rising to 39 (this includes bank holidays and a "me day"). The option to buy 5 more each year </li><li> 2 paid volunteering days each year </li><li> Health cash plan saving you (and your children) £1140 each year covering dental, opticians, prescriptions and more </li><li> Matching pension contribution (up to 7% and life insurance of 3x basic salary) </li><li> 800 discounts on shops, holidays, days out, tech and more </li></ul>Find out more Click APPLY NOW to see our Operations Manager Job Description , find out about us , for help to apply and our benefits . Roles can close early, so don't wait. For reasonable adjustments email <a href="mailto:recruitment@homegroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@homegroup.org.uk</a>

Housing Operations Manager

1 year Fixed-Term Contract REF: H632 At Dacorum Borough Council, we are committed to providing safe, supportive, and high-quality housing services for individuals who need extra help to live independently. We empower residents to build confidence, develop life skills, and take positive steps toward a brighter future. We are seeking a compassionate, proactive Supported Housing Officer to join our team on a Fixed Term basis. You will work directly with residents to ensure their housing needs are met while supporting them to achieve greater independence. This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. You will be using your initiative, resolving day-to-day issues, mainly working at sites alone (although working within guidelines) where you will have your own designated office. There will be regular meetings with your line manager plus contact with other members of the team daily. This can be a rewarding and sociable role, and you will also be part of a friendly and supportive team. You must be able to relate to people at all levels, including those with complex needs, and have excellent, diplomatic and clear communication skills. You must be able to maintain accurate computerised records and write clear and concise reports in accordance with our policies and procedures, plus always maintain confidentiality. You must be able to remain effective and calm if emergencies arise. Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. An Enhanced check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details. Salary range <ul><li>£32,067 - £33,642 per year</li></ul>

Supported Housing Officer

Sanctuary manages rented and shared ownership homes and supports community initiatives for thousands of customers across England. Our staff help make a real difference to the quality of people's lives. Housing Officer Welwyn Garden City - covering West Essex and Hertfordshire £34,531 - £36,348 per year plus £600 car allowance 37.5 hours per week We have an opportunity for a Housing Officer to join our Housing team, based in Welwyn Garden City. As a Housing Officer you will be responsible for the management of a patch of social housing properties and tenancies in the Hertfordshire and West Essex areas. This will involve making sure that our properties are safe and attractive places to live and ensuring that tenancies are being conducted in a satisfactory way. The role includes void management, compliance responsibilities, anti-social behaviour management and the full range of housing management. If you have experience in property or tenancy management and providing high quality customer service, then this could be the role for you. The role of Housing Officer will include: <ul><li>Delivering high quality housing management services meeting the needs and expectations of current and future residents and the wider community </li><li>Providing an effective tenancy and resident customer service which is in line with policies and procedures </li><li>Managing tenant expectations regarding repairs and escalating any property maintenance issues affecting tenant welfare via appropriate channels</li><li>Dealing with complaints about service delivery focusing on first contact resolution and learn from this to help to develop an excellent customer service</li><li>Working with colleagues in other service areas to help the organisation meet its compliance obligations (fire safety, water hygiene, gas safety and data protection)</li><li>Delivering general advice on all aspects of tenancy to enable sustainability</li><li>Working with a range of external agencies to resolve a range of issues affecting tenant welfare including; domestic abuse, anti-social behaviour and safeguarding</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul><li>Literacy and numeracy equivalent to passes in GCSE English and Maths</li><li>Proven experience of undertaking a similar role delivering high quality tenancy services within property or tenancy management</li><li>Excellent skills in analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing solutions </li><li>Excellent customer service and customer care skills</li><li>Proficient user of Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams</li><li>Excellent communication skills both verbal and written</li><li>Working knowledge of relevant regulations and good practice</li><li>Travel is a requirement of the role, therefore a full valid driving licence is essential</li></ul>Why work for us? We are a not-for-profit housing association, and own and manage around 125,000 homes. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture, and nurture and reward talent. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people's lives. Our Benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering: <ul><li>25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays</li></ul><ul><li>A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Employee Advice Service including counselling</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Voluntary health plans </li><li>Employee discounts </li><li>Wellbeing support and tools</li><li>Employee recognition scheme</li><li>Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues</li></ul><ul><li>£34,531 (rising to £36,348 after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance) </li></ul>View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website) Closing Date: 30 October 2025 If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you - <a href="mailto:housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk" target="_blank">housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk</a> We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - <a href="http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team</a> Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Housing Services Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

Housing Officer

Operations Manager Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about empowering young people to thrive? At Hightown Housing Association, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to live independently, safely, and with dignity. We are seeking a dedicated Operations Manager to lead our Young People homelessness services in Watford &amp; Hemel Hempstead. This is a unique opportunity to shape services that support young people facing complex challenges - whether transitioning out of care, experiencing homelessness, or needing tailored support to build life skills and resilience. What You Will Lead On <ul><li>High-quality, strengths-based support that promotes independence, safety, and personal growth.</li><li>Compliance with key legalisation and frameworks including Ofsted Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023, Children Act 1989 &amp; 2004, Care Act 2014.</li><li>Service development and transformation to meet evolving needs and commissioning priorities.</li><li>Recruitment, supervision, and development of passionate, trauma-informed staff teams.</li><li>Strategic partnerships with commissioners, social workers, and external agencies.</li><li>Performance monitoring, audits, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>What You Will Bring <ul><li>Proven leadership in young people's services, care, or supported housing.</li><li>An in depth understanding of the multiple and complex needs experienced by homeless people</li><li>Previous experience of working in services for people experiencing homelessness</li><li>Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and risk management.</li><li>Experience managing complex services and driving operational excellence.</li><li>A collaborative, compassionate approach to team and service development.</li><li>Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.</li></ul>Why Hightown? <ul><li>Be part of a values-driven organisation that puts people first.</li><li>Lead services that truly change lives.</li><li>Enjoy a supportive culture of learning, reflection, and innovation.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Opportunities to shape the future of care and supported housing.</li></ul> Make a Real Impact This is more than a management role - it's a chance to shape services that change lives. You will work closely with commissioners, social workers, and external partners to ensure our Young People services are responsive, compassionate, and effective. The Benefits: <ul><li> £43,446 per annum for a 37.5-hour week </li><li> 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), rising to 35 with service </li><li> Monthly attendance bonus and annual performance bonus </li><li> Workplace pension and life assurance (3x salary) </li><li> Refer-a-friend scheme (£130 bonus) </li><li> Ongoing professional development and support </li><li> Monthly reflective practice sessions </li></ul>If you share our values, we would love you to work for us. Please note due to the nature of the services we run and the need to respond to business requirements, you may be required to work with different cohorts and/or within different geographical patch areas during your employment. The organisation reserves the right to make such changes to meet operational and service delivery needs. Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered. Hightown is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will need to have a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, together with any other relevant recruitment checks. We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Operations Manager

Scheme Manager - Grove Gardens Studios &amp; Flats, High Wycombe Full time (37.5 hours) - £33,054 per annum Supporting Independent Living in a Vibrant Community Grove Gardens is a welcoming supported living service comprising six one-bedroom flats and eight studio apartments. Together, they provide a safe and inclusive home for 14 adults with learning disabilities. The people we support engage in a variety of day services and community-based activities, promoting independence, wellbeing, and personal development in a friendly and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li> Empowerment and Support :Lead and inspire a dedicated team to support vulnerable people in achieving independence and fulfilling lives, collaborating with social workers and other professionals. </li><li> Collaboration: Liaise with external agencies to ensure a smooth and supportive journey for each young person. </li><li> Team Leadership: Manage and support a team of Support Workers and Waking Night Workers. </li><li> Operational Management: Oversee staff rotas, including organising annual leave and covering sickness. </li></ul> You will be responsible for managing the scheme rota, recruitment and induction of new staff. This role may also require managerial shifts covering the weekend where necessary to ensure full and consistent cover of all shifts. It is essential that you have strong IT skills, the ability to empower and lead a team of support staff to deliver exceptional care and support, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. The benefits In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes: <ul><li> Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service </li><li> £33,054 pa for a 37.5 hour week </li><li> Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance </li><li> Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary </li><li> Annual salary and cost of living review </li><li> Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing </li><li> Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support </li><li> Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary </li><li> Employee assistance helpline </li><li> Mileage paid for car usage </li><li> Fully paid DBS </li></ul> If you share our values, we would love you to work for us. Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered. Hightown is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will need to have a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, together with any other relevant recruitment checks. We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

We are The Housing Network (THN), a private Limited Company with a purpose. We exist to provide 'More than a Roof', because when life is at its toughest, we believe everyone deserves a safe and stable place to rebuild their lives. Homelessness is a vast and complex issue that does not have a single solution. In understanding that reality, we've learned the importance of perspective; appreciating that if we continue to innovate, collaborate, and give our best, we are playing our part in making a vital difference. We are a team that is absolutely committed to innovate, excel and be dependable in all that we do. Working hard together to achieve our mission of providing Better Accommodation, Better Support, Better Partnerships, and as a result Better Business. Role Overview - What is it? This role will play a key part in our transformational journey, holding direct responsibility and accountability for operational performance and quality within the Housing &amp; Support (H&amp;S) department with a regional and national reach- including financial viability, safeguarding and stakeholder relationships. With ambitious growth targets embedded in our strategy this role will be integral to executing The Housing Network's (THN) Homelessness Strategy, at pace alongside strong sector knowledge. Working with Senior colleagues to leverage and build strong stakeholder relationships - to maintain provider of choice status. A key element of our strategic growth plan is the introduction of a Supported Exempt Rent based service. This role will lead the mobilisation, scaling up and continuous improvement of these new services which employ a trauma informed approach and a psychologically informed environment - in support of our defined homelessness prevention pathway. This is a fast moving, growing department looking for equally enthusiastic people to join us, who are self-motivated to improve outcomes for people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage. Main Duties - What needs to be done? <ul><li>Lead responsibility for all aspects of the operational effectiveness and continuous improvement of our Housing &amp; Support (H&amp;S) department.</li><li>Lead responsibility for revenue and expenditure to ensure that the services operate within the financial envelope, ensuring payment of Housing and Council Tax Benefit across all units. </li><li>Lead responsibility for the mobilisation, scaling up and continuous improvement of our new Supported Exempt Rent service. </li><li>Lead responsibility for networking and developing local relationships with employers and the charitable sector to secure recreational/economic activities for residents</li><li>Lead responsibility for the development and management of a compliant Safeguarding Framework and process.</li><li>Manage and coach remote teams within a defined region to enhance cohesive working and embed a behavioural framework underpinned by THN's values. A frequent presence is required in the initial service mobilisation period, involving travel to locations such as Bristol and Liverpool.</li><li>Working alongside the Director of Housing and Support and Chief Operating Officer (COO) to maintain highly trusting and effective (Provider of Choice) commissioner relationships.</li><li>Support the Director of Housing and Support and the COO to further develop and improve the new Homelessness Prevention Pathway model.</li><li>Support the management and delivery of Housing &amp; Support (H&amp;S) departmental budgets and strategic objectives.</li><li>Lead on the accurate and effective management of relevant service budgets and performance to ensure optimum performance against organisational objectives.</li><li>Working collaboratively and innovatively with the Director of Housing and Support and COO to ensure successful delivery of the Strategy and meeting key targets</li><li>Working with the Director of Housing and Support COO and Director of People to embed a Sector Specific Language and trauma informed approach which aligns with MEAM.</li><li>Lead responsibility for the development and management of an adequate and appropriate Resident Feedback and Complaint Framework and process.</li><li>Lead responsibility for the further development and mobilisation of our Lived Experience Voice activities and focus.</li><li>Lead responsibility for the management, oversight, improvement and data compliance of Support Planning and Risk Management.</li><li>Lead responsibility for operational management, delivery and reporting against contractual obligations.</li><li>Contribute to the development of A Social Impact Measurement framework and data collation process.</li><li>Supporting the Director of Housing and Support alongside the COO and marketing function to ensure a maximised approach to communicating and highlighting our social impact. </li><li>Identify opportunities for the Executive Team to further engage with the sector to maximise growth.</li><li>Lead on the development and management of a high-performance Housing &amp; Support department team which consistently exceeds expectations.</li><li>Working alongside the Director of Housing and Support to act as subject matter experts for the sector, using that knowledge to identify opportunities and risks for the organisation.</li></ul>Scope and Accountability - Which bits are involved? <ul><li>Financial - Departmental Budget (Framework / Total Value in Development).</li><li>People - Direct Reports @ 4-5 / Overall Division @ circa 300</li><li>Legislation and compliance - Awareness of Regulator of Social Housing (RSL) Standards / Health &amp; Safety / Building Safety Act / Fire Safety Act / Housing Ombudsman/ Homelessness Act 1996 (as amended) Homeless Reduction Act 2017/Care Act/ Safeguarding</li><li>Risk - Departmental Risk Register (and mitigation) / Safeguarding / Complaints.</li><li>Governance - Internal Policies (e.g. Financial Regulations and Safeguarding) / GDPR and Data Protection.</li><li>Assets - Departmental Elements of Accommodation Portfolio.</li></ul>Relationships - Who will I be working / engaging with? <ul><li>Internal Stakeholders - Managing Directors / Senior Leadership Team / Direct Reports (and team members) / Internal Project Groups (e.g. Lived Experience Groups) / Staff Teams from across the Organisation (as required).</li><li>External Stakeholders - County and District local Authority Commissioners / Delivery Partners (e.g. YMCA Federation) / Advisors (e.g. Lawyers) / Auditors / / Emergency and Statutory Services / Various Clients and Customers</li></ul>Competencies - Who with and your skill level? <ul><li>Proven experience of working as a manager in a supported housing sector, preferably with people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage</li><li>In depth knowledge and awareness of related housing regulations/ law and good practice</li><li>A broad knowledge of Housing and Council Tax Benefit</li><li>Working knowledge of Adults and Children's Safeguarding practices and reporting procedures, and contributing to Statutory Professionals meetings</li><li>Understand risk and performance management frameworks.</li><li>Experience of delivering face to face customer service with the ability to have honest conversations with customers and manage difficult conversations.</li><li>Ability to travel</li><li>Experience of developing partnership working with support agencies, local authorities and community groups.</li><li>Good knowledge of performance monitoring, people management and producing related reports to evidence housing, health and wellbeing outcomes</li><li>Experience of using ICT systems - housing management, CRM systems and Microsoft office software.</li><li>Commitment to delivering excellent customer services.</li><li>Understanding or experience of delivering Strengths based and Trauma Informed services.</li><li>Proven skill and ability to appropriately manage large complex functions in high pressure environments.</li><li>High levels of personal drive and ambition to deliver (and exceed) against strategic objectives.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure to foster and develop a collaborative and shared ownership culture.</li><li>Solution focused approach to delivering results, managing and mitigating risks and managing / resolving challenges.</li><li>Professional values and approach that support integrity, transparency, empathy and inclusion alongside the MEAM principles <a href="https://meam.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://meam.org.uk/</a></li></ul>General and Additional <ul><li>The responsibilities contained within this job description are indicative, but not exhaustive. As the role develops, the requirements of the post may change, and as such the post is subject to review in discussion with the post holder.</li><li>The post holder may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the organisation may reasonably require which are commensurate with the grade of the post.</li><li>The post holder shall comply with the organisation's policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate actions and reporting protocols are followed at all times.</li><li>The post holder shall attend regular staff or other related meetings, contributing positively where appropriate and relevant.</li><li>Extensive travel across the UK will be required from time to time to support the delivery of role requirements.</li><li>An Enhanced Disclosure is required for this position.</li></ul>We believe our values should reflect in our behaviour towards our colleagues, partners and residents while we work to achieve our Strategy 2024&gt;29. These values are to be; Innovative, Dynamic, Dependable, Respectful, and Kind. The Housing Network is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. As an employer we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience, demonstrating our commitment to capturing the value of "expertise by experience" and providing More than a Voice for our residents. All job offers are subject to a DBS check (level to be advised through the hiring process) and references.

Head of Supported Housing

Behind every race-winning team is a world-class support network. Our business functions drive efficiency, innovation, and performance, ensuring success on and off the track. If you're motivated, skilled, and ready to be part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you! We're looking for a Learning and Development Advisor to join our HR Team, in this brand-new role. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating learning initiatives aligned with business goals. This position supports employee development through innovative, compelling and tailored learning programmes. In this wide and varied Learning and Development Advisor role, you will: <ul><li>Design and deliver learning interventions including workshops and e-learning modules</li><li>Evaluate the effectiveness of training sessions through performance metrics</li><li>Maintain and update the Learning Management System (LMS) ensuring content is current and engaging</li><li>Sourcing and managing relationships with external training providers</li><li>Support Talent and Development Business Partner in identifying learning and development needs across the business</li></ul>To be considered for this Learning and Development Advisor role, you will have: <ul><li>Experience in HR/learning &amp; development/training</li><li>Familiarity with Learning Management System (LMS) and e-learning tools</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills</li><li>Understanding of data and analytics</li><li>Clear understanding of the full learning cycle</li></ul>Looking to be part of the force behind the fastest team on the grid? Join the Red Bull Technology Support Functions and discover a workplace where your contributions are recognised and rewarded. We offer a range of standout benefits: <ul><li>Bonus scheme </li><li>Private healthcare</li><li>A pension scheme </li><li>On-site gym </li><li>Free daily food allowance... and much more! </li></ul>This is your chance to play a vital role in something extraordinary, come and make your mark! At Red Bull Racing &amp; Technology, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We celebrate every success - together - and know that trust and collaboration are what drive us forward as one team. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive, no matter their background or identity. Diversity fuels creativity, and inclusion unlocks potential. That's why we actively foster a culture where you can bring your full self to work, feel you belong, and be part of something extraordinary. Job Posting End Date Mon, 10 Nov 2025

Learning and Development Advisor

The vacancy Contract: Full time, Permanent (37 hours per week) Join Our Team as a Community Engagement Officer Are you passionate about making a real difference in communities? Do you believe in empowering residents to shape their neighbourhoods and thrive together? At bpha, we're looking for a committed Community Engagement Officer to help drive lasting, positive change. What You'll Be Doing: You'll play a leading role in delivering community-led solutions, building partnerships, and supporting both established and new neighbourhoods. From regeneration initiatives to quality-of-life projects, you'll bring people together to tackle what matters most to them-creating stronger, more connected communities. Your Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Identify community trends and develop targeted, impactful projects</li></ul><ul> <li>Lead on initiatives that promote regeneration, cohesion and quality of life</li></ul><ul> <li>Support and guide new resident groups and secure funding opportunities</li></ul><ul> <li>Build strong networks across stakeholders, residents and partner organisations</li></ul><ul> <li>Promote resident involvement and amplify community voices</li></ul><ul> <li>Encourage volunteering and learning opportunities that empower individuals</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensure inclusion and outreach to all, especially marginalised communities</li></ul>What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>A natural communicator and problem-solver with strong project management skills</li></ul><ul> <li>Proven experience (at least 2 years' experience) in community development or engagement</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with diverse groups</li></ul><ul> <li>Skilled in planning, delivering, and evaluating impactful community projects</li></ul><ul> <li>Passion for inclusion, learning, and long-term transformation</li></ul><ul> <li>IT proficiency and a good understanding of social housing challenges</li></ul>Please note the post holder must have a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle during working hours to be successfully carry out the duties of the role. Desirable but not essential: <ul> <li>Knowledge of welfare reform and social housing policy</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience securing external funding</li></ul><ul> <li>Familiarity with MS PowerPoint and Visio</li></ul>Whether you're hands-on at community events, liaising with local partners, or helping residents find their collective voice-you'll be at the heart of something meaningful. Why bpha? We're a values-led housing association on a mission to build sustainable communities. You'll join a supportive, ambitious team that values innovation, impact, and inclusivity. Ready to be a catalyst for community change? Apply now. For an informal conversation about this role contact Community Engagement Manager Rosetta Triolo - <a href="mailto:rosetta.triolo@bpha.org.uk" target="_blank">rosetta.triolo@bpha.org.uk</a> or telephone 01234 619886 Please note, applications will be reviewed as received and bpha reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to the scheduled closing date. Apply early to avoid disappointment. Any offer of employment made will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening including references and DBS checks. Closing Date: Sunday 9th November Interview Date: Tuesday 18th November About us bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge arc, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing. We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes - for rent, sheltered, residential care and shared ownership. We work together with communities - to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities. All the money we make is used to invest in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services. We own or manage over 19,500 homes and over 500 staff. Our vision and values To build communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford. Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together. We are ambitious We are better together We show empathy We take responsibility Benefits We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren't simply little extras added on at the end, they're fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard. That's why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day. Money &amp; Time <ul> <li>Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Competitive pay</li> <li>Life assurance cover</li></ul>Health &amp; Wellbeing <ul> <li>Private healthcare</li> <li>Mental Health First Aid</li> <li>Counselling service</li> <li>Eye tests</li> <li>Discounted gym membership</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>Free annual flu jabs</li> <li>Wellbeing activities and events</li> <li>Free fruit and refreshments</li></ul>Recognition <ul> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Annual staff recognition awards</li> <li>Discretionary reward scheme</li></ul>Lifestyle <ul> <li>Annual volunteering day</li> <li>Social events, clubs and activities</li> <li>Breakout areas</li> <li>Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters</li></ul>Development <ul> <li>Opportunities for professional training and qualifications</li> <li>Workshops and training sessions for new skills</li> <li>A fresh and modern eLearning platform</li></ul>

Community Engagement Officer

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Milton Keynes 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

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Milton Keynes

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Luton 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

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Luton

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Luton 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 Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise caseworkers and trainees.</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> <li>Willingness to attend Housing Court Duty Scheme.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying</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>Excellent analytical and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publicly 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</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Strong career progression with support for legal awards and professional recognition</li> <li>Attractive salary package with supervision bonus</li> </ul>SALARY STRUCTURE - SOCIAL HOUSING SALARY (London) (Outside London) NQ + Supervision Bonus * £46,000 £44,500 1 Year PQE + Supervision Bonus * £48,000 £46,500 2 Years PQE + Supervision Bonus * £50,000 £48,000 3 Years Plus PQE + Supervision Bonus * £52,000 £50,500 Supervision Bonus up to * + up to £8,000 up to £7,400 * Terms and Conditions apply. Supervisor Bonus Per Annum:- Supervise 1 Paralegal £1,250 £1,150 Supervise 2 Paralegals £1,750 £1,600 Supervise 3 Paralegals £2,250 £2,100 Supervise 4 Paralegals £2,750 £2,550 Total £8,000 £7,400 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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