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Band 7 Location: Birmingham Vehicle &amp; Fuel card included + Excellent Serco Benefits Working hours: Full Time You are required to have a valid UK driving licence for this role. You will be provided with a company car. On behalf of the Home Office, Serco manages the Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract (AASC) for the Midlands and East of England. We focus on assisting individuals through the asylum system, ensuring that vulnerable asylum seekers have access to the support they need along with a high standard of accommodation. Our Housing Officers (HO's) are responsible for ensuring compliance with the AASC Contract, company policies, processes, and procedures through their liaison with Staff, Service Users, Landlords, External Agencies and Partners. You will be covering the Birmingham region and ensuring that all properties within the allocated portfolio are safe, habitable, fit for purpose and fully equipped in accordance with AASC Standards. There is a requirement to operate an Emergency On-Call system outside of normal working hours amongst all Housing Officers on a rota basis. This role is suited to someone with a solid work history dealing with people face to face and enjoys a demanding workload where you get to utilise your organisations skills whilst remaining calm under pressure and supporting our service users. Key duties: <ul><li>Complete a Monthly Inspection of all Properties within the allocated portfolio in accordance with the standard defined within the AASC Contract and property standards guide.</li><li>Manage on-boarding and withdrawal of properties within allocated portfolio in accordance with the Housing Officer Local Operating Procedures (LOP).</li><li>Report all property faults identified, correctly categorising them for appropriate response.</li><li>Complete all minor Property repairs within the scope enabled by training, experience and the toolkit and spares provided.</li><li>Administration of operational cash to enable the completion of tasks such as topping up of utility meters &amp; emergency cash payments.</li><li>Respond to customer complaints</li></ul>What you'll need to do the role Due to the nature of the role, Criminal Record Bureau checks are required (all offers of employment are subject to security clearance checks and approval by the Home Office). Whilst experience in a previous property related role is beneficial, this isn't a requirement, more importantly is your desire and enthusiasm to make a difference. You will be expected to take on a variety of tasks to support our service users and some may be challenging - dealing with anti-social behaviours, medical needs, management of child safeguarding needs etc. You will have strong communication skills and be confident managing conflict. Why Serco A place you can make an impact - With approximately 20,000 asylum seekers and more than 5,000 properties you'll be delivering an essential service that touch people's lives. A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You'll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways. A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed. You'll have the resources you need to do your job in a diverse and supportive environment. What we offer <ul><li>Pension up to - 6%</li><li>Vehicle &amp; Fuel card</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services</li><li>A company passionate about diversity and inclusion</li><li>Serco Benefits package safe and supportive culture</li><li>A company passionate about diversity and inclusion</li></ul>All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers and are committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000. #aasccareers

Housing Officer

Job Description Apprenticeship Housing Officer Permanent full time Grade 3: Grade 3 -£27,254 - £33,699 Are you ready to kickstart your career in the housing sector? We're offering exciting apprenticeship opportunities designed to equip you with hands-on experience, industry-recognised qualifications, and a clear pathway to a rewarding future. Whether you're passionate about, property management, housing legislation and helping to shape communities these roles provide the perfect blend of learning and earning. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Housing Management team, supporting our council tenants and overseeing the management of our 59,000 council properties. City Housing is embarking on a transformation journey to improve the services provided to residents, a front facing customer role, you will be the main contact for our tenants and will deal with a wide range of issues to enable residents to sustain their tenancies. You will be responsible for conducting tenancy visits, dealing with low level anti social behaviour, resident engagement and addressing ongoing tenancy issues. This role is very much about working with our residents, the community, and partners within your designated locality to deliver an excellent Housing Management service. You will be expected to work face to face with customers and provide a visible presence within your area. As part of your apprenticeship program, you will need to dedicate one day per week to study for your apprenticeship qualification. Utilise mobile technology to deliver efficient and proactive customer service. Collaborate with various stakeholders to meet customer involvement objectives and manage stakeholders within a specified area, attending community meetings when necessary. Develop strong and effective relationships with customers, identify their needs and aspirations, provide targeted support, and use customer intelligence to enhance tenancy sustainability. Offer clear, supportive, and accurate social housing advice to customers, colleagues, and other stakeholders, including signposting where necessary, to ensure awareness of services and effective case progression and resolution. Work with customers to address and resolve issues and complaints, coordinating with the Customer Complaints Team to resolve escalated complaints as needed. Encourage customer participation in key decision-making processes through our Tenant involvement boards to ensure service delivery meets their needs. Keep accurate records using appropriate systems, ensuring the integrity and quality of Social Housing service data, to facilitate regular analysis and reporting as required. Take responsibility for organising your work, prioritising objectives to meet organisational goals, focusing on being self-directed with customers' needs and requirements as the primary consideration to improve the areas under your responsibility. Join a supportive team, gain real-world skills, and make a lasting impact in your community. Don't miss this chance to build your future-apply now and take the first step toward a career that makes a difference! About Us We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

Apprentice Housing Officer

The Vacancy At Amplius, we're on a mission to deliver homes that make a difference. As a fresh and forward-focused social housing provider, we prioritise tenant safety, sustainability, and smart property investment. In our Housing Officer role, you'll provide a high-standard, customer-focused housing service within a defined geographical area, ensuring compliance with Amplius policies, actively engaging residents in service delivery and neighbourhood involvement, and working collaboratively with local partners to enhance the quality of life in the community. Location: Hybrid - with travel across Birmingham, Nuneaton and Walsall with a minimum of 1 day per week in an office. Salary: Up to £38,730.23 per year Contract: Permanent Your week: 36.25 hours p/week (Monday to Friday, 9am - 5.15pm with a 1-hour break) Snapshot of your role This is what your day will look like as our Housing Officer: <ul> <li>Work alongside the Lettings Team and Property Services Team to lead on all new lettings from point of successful application and pre-tenancy to tenancy terminations and through the void process ensuring that key performance indicators in respect of re-let times and void loss are achieved and exceeded.</li> <li>Effectively manage starter tenancies in accordance with Amplius' policy and procedure; complete new tenant visits to ensure the tenant has moved in and is complying with the terms of their tenancy. If necessary, engage with our Tenancy Enforcement Team to initiate legal action for any breaches of tenancy, attending court and evictions as required.</li> <li>Be the lead in respect of managing and reviewing complaints of anti-social behaviour, race and hate crime incidents and hoarding in accordance with Amplius' policy and procedure and working alongside the Tenancy Enforcement Team and ASB specialists within that team.</li> <li>To ensure that potential safeguarding issues involving both adults and children are identified and managed in partnership with other agencies.</li> <li>To support tenants who have suffered domestic abuse, working proactively with other agencies to advise and protect victims.</li></ul>Your toolkit for success To thrive in our Housing Officer role, you'll need: <ul> <li>Knowledge of Housing Law and experience of practical application of legislation and legal processes.</li> <li>Ability to demonstrate effective partnership working that has yielded successful results for both the business and customer(s).</li> <li>Can prioritise workloads and is able to meet set deadlines.</li> <li>A good working knowledge of IT applications such as Word, Excel, email and Microsoft Outlook</li> <li>Able to work on own initiative and as a flexible team member, willing to support colleagues and take on varied tasks.</li></ul>Please note that having a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role to visit our customers. Why join Amplius? There are loads of things that make Amplius a great place to be - every colleague has the chance to grow with us, make a real difference to our customers lives and ultimately be the most authentic version of themselves: Grow with us Your development matters to us. With tailored training programs, ongoing feedback, and career progression pathways, we support you to advance as far as you want to go. Make a real impact Our mission is rooted in service and community. Your work will contribute directly to improving the lives of people in the communities we serve. Environmental and social impact We're dedicated to sustainability and social responsibility, taking real steps to protect our planet and foster inclusivity. Perks of working at Amplius <ul> <li>28 day's annual leave plus bank holidays, with the ability to carry over allowance and purchase more</li> <li>Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 10%, plus life cover of three times your annual salary</li> <li>Paid professional subscription for membership fees relating to your role</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme offering free wellbeing tools, free flu jabs and more</li> <li>Health cash plan giving cash back for everyday health checks such as optical and dental</li> <li>Cycle to Work and Electric Car Lease schemes</li> <li>High street, holiday and gym membership discounts</li> <li>Plus lots more once you join!</li></ul>The important stuff We're dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and accessible. Reasonable adjustments will be provided upon request for all candidates. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early in response to an overwhelming number of applications or a change in business priorities. We do not provide visa sponsorship; you must be eligible to work in the UK to join Amplius. You must reside in the UK for the duration of your employment and provide Right to Work evidence. Have any questions? Contact the Amplius Recruitment Team and we'll be in touch to support you with any questions, queries or conundrums! The Company Amplius is one of the largest housing providers across the Midlands, East and Southeast of England. We own and manage more than 37,000 homes and deliver a range of quality services, including care and support, specialist housing and home ownership options. We're a team of over 1,300 colleagues driven to have a positive impact on people's lives and provide affordable homes that make a difference. The Benefits Flexible working Pension contributions Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme State of the art IT equipment Volunteer days The Benefits Flexible Working Pension Scheme Life Assurance Health Cash Plan Generous Annual Leave Career Development

Location: Dudley Salary: Band 7 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) At Serco, we are proud to work on behalf of the Home Office to manage the Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract (AASC). Our mission is to support vulnerable asylum seekers by providing safe, high-quality accommodation and essential services as they navigate the asylum process. We are looking for a housing officer to join our dedicated team in Dudley. This is a static role, meaning you'll be based in a specific area, ensuring that properties are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with AASC standards. What You'll Be Doing As a housing officer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and safety of our service users. Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Conducting monthly property inspections to ensure compliance with AASC standards.</li><li>Managing on-boarding and withdrawal of properties in line with local operating procedures.</li><li>Identifying and reporting property faults, ensuring they are categorised correctly for appropriate action.</li><li>Performing minor property repairs, using the tools and training provided.</li><li>Handling operational cash administration, such as topping up utility meters and processing emergency payments.</li><li>Responding to and resolving customer complaints in a professional manner.</li></ul>What We're Looking For We value people skills just as much as property experience. If you have a strong background in face-to-face roles, excel in a fast-paced environment, and can stay calm under pressure, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. While experience as a Housing Officer is preferred, we also welcome applications from candidates who have worked with vulnerable people. Strong communication skills are essential, as well as confidence in handling challenging situations such as anti-social behaviour, safeguarding concerns, and medical needs. Due to the nature of the role, successful candidates will need to undergo Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) security clearance and a Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) check (subject to Home Office approval). To be considered, you must hold a full, clean driving license. Why Serco A place you can make an impact: The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters - delivering essential services that touch people's lives A place you can count on: Working for a globally operating business delivering essential services across 5 vital sectors, your next opportunity and challenge won't be hard to find. A place for you: You'll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team, who believe passionately in the value of our work. What we offer Pension upto - 6% Employee Assistance Programme Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services A company passionate about diversity and inclusion Serco Benefits package A safe and supportive culture A company passionate about diversity and inclusion All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers and are committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000. #aasccareers All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers and are committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

Housing Officer - Dudley

Job Description #internal Please note this vacancy is only available for Birmingham City Council employees that are under a S188 (Priority Movers and Lateral Movers). Please note this vacancy is only available to Birmingham City Council employees. Housing Officer Permanent Grade 4 - £33,366 - £40,476 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.5 hours per week An exciting opportunity has arisen within the City Housing Directorate of Birmingham City Council. As one of the largest landlords with a retained housing stock, we deliver a range of services across the city and work in partnership with our communities to provide well managed homes and neighbourhoods. This Housing Officer role will be working in the Central and North parts of the city, reporting to the Housing Manager. You will need to be flexible to respond to demand across the entire area when called upon. This position is responsible for supervising Neighbourhood Visiting Officers on a daily basis, responding to emergency situations when they arise. You will be required to supervise staff which will include Case Reviews, Managing Performance, setting targets/priorities, One to One's, Appraisals, Monitor Sickness, Return to Work Interviews, Risk Assessments, Attendance, Annual Leave, Health and Safety etc. You will be required to help identify training needs for those staff you manage/supervise, in partnership with your supervisor/manager, develop strategies to enable you to meet those needs, in line with the objectives of the organisation. The successful applicant will also be required to deal with emergency situations that arise such water leaks in Tower Blocks, Gas Forced Entries and Safe and Well Checks as necessary. Relevant experience in dealing with issues relating to Housing and problem-solving skills. The ability to communicate with our various stakeholders and hold partners to account. There is a need to effectively tackle concerns raised by tenants in order to seek the best possible solution. Experience of working in collaboration with partner agencies to deal with sensitive issues such as Safeguarding, dealing with vulnerable tenants, etc. A full valid driving licence is a requirement for this post. Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. For any informal enquires please contact: <a href="mailto:resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk</a> Job Description and Person Specification We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration. About Us We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

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