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Independent Living Housing Officer - 6 month fixed term contract Location: Somerset Salary: £31,058 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: Wednesday 29 January 2025 We have an interesting opportunity for an Independent Living Housing Officer to join the team for a 6 month fixed term contract. You'll be working in our Somerset region, which is a lovely area to work in. As a Housing Officer you'll be providing housing management services to customers living within our independent housing properties, taking a holistic approach, ensuring an enhanced service is offered. Our aim is to enable our customers to live as independently as possible in their homes, ensuring that additional support is put into place when needed. You'll be present in the community meeting customers in their homes and will be a dedicated point of contact. You'll have the ability to adapt your day to suit change in demands and won't be phased by a busy workload. You may also find yourself, arranging scheme meetings, facilitating social inclusion activities and completing health and safety risk assessments, so no two days will be the same. About you You will come to the role with knowledge of the housing sector and current housing issues. Alongside a strong understanding of the needs of older, disabled and vulnerable customers and the services that can be accessed for them. You will be a natural problem solver, a 'can do' person, always keen to see a task through to the end. You'll also consider yourself to be very organised, a strong record keeper and someone who is able to meet deadlines. You will be a great communicator, able to adapt your style to your audience and you will be confident in your admin and IT skills, to complete the 'paperwork' element of the role. As you'll be out and about in the community you will need a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes. What's in it for me We invest in our colleagues because we know if they have a better day at work, the service our customers receive will be better. The Aster Offer is our offer to our colleagues to ensure they have a great day at work and includes things like: <ul> <li>Flexible working - whilst some roles need to be carried out in a specific place at a specific time, where possible we encourage our colleagues to work to their own schedule at a location that suits them, their team and our business' needs</li> <li>A focus on colleague wellbeing - workshops, an employee assistance programme offering counselling and support, mental health training and a health cash plan</li> <li>We invest in colleagues' careers and development through our leader and colleague development frameworks</li> <li>Defined Contribution Pension and attached life assurance</li> <li>Volunteering hours available to all colleagues to enable them to give back</li> <li>Savings at cinemas, gyms, holidays, days out, various shops and eateries and lots more</li> <li>Enhanced leave</li> <li>We celebrate colleagues who go above and beyond with a range of personalised recognition initiatives</li></ul>Ready to apply? To apply, please use information provided in the advert and role profile to let us know why you'd be good for the job. Please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV along with a supporting statement. Successful candidates will undertaken an Enhanced DBS check. We create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and believe that creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is the right thing to do. Aster is not a sponsorship organisation and all candidates will be required to verify their right to work in the UK prior to commencement of employment with the Aster Group &amp; it's subsidiary brands.

Independent Living Housing Officer - 6 month fixed term contract

Estates Co-ordinator Great Western Hospital Full time - 37.5 hours per week. Salary £22,000.00 to £24,000.00 depending on experience, plus Serco benefits. Main Purpose: To support Serco's Estate team in delivering planned and reactive maintenance works on site in a well organised and professional manner. The Estates Co-ordinator will report into the Compliance &amp; Asset Manager for Serco on site, who in turn will report to the Head of Estates for the contract. Main Accountabilities: <ul> <li>Manage the delivery of the Estates planned maintenance (PPM) reactive maintenance service (RM) using the CAFM system. </li> <li>Ensure that the resources required to undertake planned or reactive works are efficiently utilised. </li> <li>Ensure proactive monitoring of the work of the Estates staff, and that their work is undertaken to the documented standards, within timescales and to high levels of user satisfaction. </li> <li>To answer incoming calls and Estates emails in a friendly and professional manner. </li> <li>Logging Estates requests and aiding on reporting on the delivery of PMs and RMs. </li> <li>Manage the Estates filing systems, and any other ad-hoc administration requests as required. </li></ul>What you will need for the role: <ul> <li>Knowledge of a CAFM system </li> <li>High Level of Customer Service </li> <li>Excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills</li> <li>Able to manage workload and meet required deadlines. </li> <li>Be organised and methodical with good attention to detail. </li> <li>Problem solving </li> <li>Ability to work on own initiative and be proactive. </li> <li>Good Contractor relations </li> <li>Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, Outlook email, internet/web-based material </li></ul>What we offer: <ul> <li>Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews.</li> <li>Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.</li> <li>Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.</li> <li>Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunitieswith over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.</li> <li>Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.</li> <li>Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.</li> <li>ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.</li> <li>Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.</li> <li>Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.</li></ul>About Serco At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone. Apply Please click on the apply button to be taken to our careers website Serco is a Disability Confident Employer 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. We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates. We're a proud holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard and we actively encourage applications from females, those with disabilities or from an ethnic minority background.

Estates Co-ordinator

The Vacancy JOB PURPOSE Early outreach hours, some days from 7am - Community support days can be negotiated over four/five days Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you. You will be working as part of a team to provide support to our homeless clients. You will love helping others and enjoy supporting individuals to achieve their goals and to become more independent. Your positive attitude towards your work and others will help to contribute to a great working environment. You will have a calm and personable manner and be able to handle potentially difficult situations. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>You will have your own caseload of clients to manage and will work with them on a one to one basis. You will identify their needs by listening to them and put together a client needs assessment and manage risks.</li> <li>Carrying out housing management duties such as collecting service charges at various locations</li> <li>Covering Health and Safety duties at various locations</li> <li>Support to move clients on from accommodation services to suitable accommodation options</li> <li>You will mediate and or negotiate with existing housing providers to help prevent homelessness</li> <li>You will help and support individuals by providing advice on housing, welfare benefits, rent deposits and household goods via a variety of schemes.</li> <li>You will help clients with the practicalities of moving to new accommodation, such as contacting energy suppliers</li> <li>You will encourage individuals to develop practical skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, housework, laundry, personal health and hygiene</li> <li>Carrying out drop in sessions at designated locations.</li> <li>Liaise with colleges, training agencies, employers to help clients to gain access to education, find work or maintain their benefit entitlement</li> <li>Advise client on appropriate agencies to contact i.e. debt and housing issues</li> <li>Travel and cover services across a geographical patch as and when required</li></ul>Any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR ROLE (Minimum requirements on appointment to this job) Previous experience in this sector is not essential but you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for wanting to work with vulnerable people in the homeless sector. Our values will be aligned to your own ethics and ideals and you will be committed to changing the life of others for the better. <ul> <li>Clear verbal and written English</li> <li>Good IT and keyboard skills</li> <li>Polite, assertive manner, ability to self -motivate</li> <li>Passion for working in a client/customer facing role</li> <li>Knowledge of the benefits system and tenancy legislation</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies</li> <li>Flexible approach to what is required from the role</li></ul>A full driver's licence and access to you own vehicle is essential for this role We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Benefits Annual appraisals Child care vouchers Pension with life cover Extra mile awards Employee assistance programme Shopping vouchers Our Gallery Previous Next

Homeless Recovery Worker

The Vacancy JOB PURPOSE Hours: Mix of Early/Late shifts - Monday to Friday Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you. You will be working as part of a team to provide support to our homeless clients. You will love helping others and enjoy supporting individuals to achieve their goals and to become more independent. Your positive attitude towards your work and others will help to contribute to a great working environment. You will have a calm and personable manner and be able to handle potentially difficult situations. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>You will have your own caseload of clients to manage and will work with them on a one to one basis. You will identify their needs by listening to them and put together a client needs assessment and manage risks.</li> <li>Carrying out housing management duties such as collecting service charges at various locations</li> <li>Covering Health and Safety duties at various locations</li> <li>Support to move clients on from accommodation services to suitable accommodation options</li> <li>You will mediate and or negotiate with existing housing providers to help prevent homelessness</li> <li>You will help and support individuals by providing advice on housing, welfare benefits, rent deposits and household goods via a variety of schemes.</li> <li>You will help clients with the practicalities of moving to new accommodation, such as contacting energy suppliers</li> <li>You will encourage individuals to develop practical skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, housework, laundry, personal health and hygiene</li> <li>Carrying out drop in sessions at designated locations.</li> <li>Liaise with colleges, training agencies, employers to help clients to gain access to education, find work or maintain their benefit entitlement</li> <li>Advise client on appropriate agencies to contact i.e. debt and housing issues</li> <li>Travel and cover services across a geographical patch as and when required</li> <li>Any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE &amp; ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR ROLE (Minimum requirements on appointment to this job) Previous experience in this sector is not essential but you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for wanting to work with vulnerable people in the homeless sector. Our values will be aligned to your own ethics and ideals and you will be committed to changing the life of others for the better. <ul> <li>Clear verbal and written English</li> <li>Good IT and keyboard skills</li> <li>Polite, assertive manner, ability to self -motivate</li> <li>Passion for working in a client/customer facing role</li> <li>Knowledge of the benefits system and tenancy legislation</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies</li> <li>Flexible approach to what is required from the role</li></ul>Full drivers licence and access to a vehicle is desirable for this role but not essential We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Benefits Annual appraisals Child care vouchers Pension with life cover Extra mile awards Employee assistance programme Shopping vouchers Our Gallery Previous Next

Homeless Support Worker

Who we are VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation. What we do We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do. Location: Home based but located close to Larkhill, SP4 8NR Salary: Competitive + Company car/Car allowance Full time, Permanent Quantity Surveyor - Driving Commercial Excellence in Facilities Management Are you a skilled professional with expertise in cost management and contract compliance? As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects by maintaining commercial control, fostering strong stakeholder relationships, and driving value for money across all operations. In this role, you will inspire confidence and professionalism, motivating your team to excel and ensuring outstanding delivery under the VIVO contract. You will build robust relationships with key stakeholders, lead by example, and set high standards of quality and efficiency. Your ability to make sound decisions, maintain focus in dynamic environments, and deliver measurable results will contribute to the success of our mission. This is an opportunity to leverage your commercial acumen and leadership skills to deliver impactful solutions while upholding our commitment to sustainability and excellence. Join us as a Quantity Surveyor and drive success in a challenging, rewarding environment. In this role, you will adhere to all Health and Safety and Sustainability policies, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company procedures. You will work collaboratively with client personnel, fostering effective relationships to streamline contract management and ensure that all commercial documentation and reports are completed to the highest standards. Your technical expertise will involve providing cost advice for Core and Additional Services, ensuring contract processes are followed, and attending risk meetings to manage and mitigate risks. You will actively support sustainable practices, promoting carbon reduction and utility consumption initiatives in line with the Ministry of Defence's goals. People management is integral to this role. You will liaise closely with site and area management teams, DIO, and end users, ensuring all team members understand their responsibilities and obligations under the service delivery contract. Through effective communication, you will instil confidence in stakeholders, negotiate persuasively, and provide guidance on contract particulars. You will support the operational teams in dispute avoidance and resolution, offering commercial insights to optimize performance. Commercially, you will lead change management under the FDIS Contract, ensuring that stakeholder timelines are met. Your responsibilities will include managing supplier payments, monitoring supply chain performance, and assisting in developing and implementing risk management procedures. You will also prepare monthly cost reports, price Core and Additional Services to meet contract requirements, and ensure adjudications are performed accurately and efficiently. What You Need To Do The Job You should have commercial experience in social housing, property maintenance, or a related field, with expertise in developing cost models, risk analysis, work proposals, and dispute resolution. Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are essential, alongside the ability to maintain collaborative working environments and prevent fraud. A qualification at HND/Foundation Degree level in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent experience, is required. Knowledge of facilities management or commercial construction, particularly in handling large or concurrent smaller projects, will be advantageous. Experience in a social housing environment, familiarity with BS11000 Collaborative Business Relationships, and knowledge of utility consumption reduction will set you apart. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and membership in a professional body are advantageous. What We Offer: <ul> <li>6% employee matched pension contribution</li> <li>25 days annual leave</li> <li>Single private medical cover</li> <li>Company car/car allowance</li> <li>Rewards Hub</li></ul>VIVO Defence Services The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process. At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. If candidates wish to request extra time to apply then they should contact 0345 010 4000 and ask to speak to a VIVO Recruiter.

Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing

Salary Range Circa £40,350 + Commission Plan Location Procode - Remote / Chandlers Ford Closing Date Until Filled Job Profile Job Profile document Looking for new energy Title: Software Solutions Sales Executive (Healthcare / Social Housing) Department: Procode IT Location: Remote / Chandlers Ford Salary: £40,350 circa + Commission Structure Do you have full sales lifecycle experience in selling SaaS products and services into the healthcare sector, NHS trusts, social housing or Health Insurance? If so, this role may be for you! About us We are a dynamic software company. Established in 2006, with a vision of helping the energy and utilities sectors improve customer experience and lower their cost to serve, using smarter process automation. Are you curious about what the future in tech holds? Do you have the drive to want to deliver great solutions for customers? Then we have an exciting opportunity as a Software Solutions Sales Executive, where we aim to provide you with a uniquely inclusive and diverse workplace, which showcases the extraordinary in all of us, by enabling you to be the best you can be. Our promise is to put customers at the heart of everything we do; it's part of how we live and breathe at Procode. Our hugely passionate workforce puts them at the heart of every decision we make. What does this role involve? Based within the Sales department, the Software Solutions Sales Executive role involves selling off-the-shelf and tailor-made SaaS products, services &amp; hardware to external customers within the healthcare or social housing. You will be identifying, developing and closing new business opportunities, as well as producing targeted market analysis to help improve your sales outreach. Learning the technical details of the products to enable you to tailor sales as well as have knowledgeable conversations with both prospects and internal parties. Engaging in prospecting activity, making use of the Procode CRM automation system to track and nurture leads. Representing Procode at major industry events, conferences, trade shows and expositions in conjunction with the rest of the sales team. Who are we looking for? Your proven experience of selling SaaS based products and services into either healthcare or social housing sectors, will enable you to maximise company profit and allow you to generate higher OTE potential. Your background in any of the following sectors: Healthcare, NHS trusts, home care, local authorities, employee benefits, retirement homes, community pharmacies or health insurance, will enable you to hit the ground running. Your professional approach and ability to build rapport swiftly, will be key to identifying new prospects whilst representing Procode at events and conferences. Your strong commercial background in selling high-volume software and hardware, will enable you to swiftly become effective in this role. Your experience in producing regulated tender documents, will enable you to become an asset to the team. Your attention to detail throughout the sales cycle utilising CRM systems, will enable you to produce accurate reports and data in support of your work. This role will require travel to the Chandlers Ford office, customer sites across the UK, as well as attending exhibitions and conferences. Our employees, just like our customers come from all walks of life, and we're fuelled in championing diversity, inspiring an inclusive culture, and enabling an environment where you can be your authentic self. Benefits - available from day one! <ul> <li>Commission plan</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Career progression, we're an expanding organisation.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Pension scheme, company contribution at 4% of your salary when you contribute 5%.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>The opportunity to win tickets to major outdoor events including, gigs and shows at arenas around the UK.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Access for you and one other to our partnered Unmind App, where you can watch or listen to videos and podcasts or get hints and tips to understand and improve on your mental wellbeing.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>We offer an EV car scheme. Qualifying terms and conditions apply.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>A health care scheme that includes dental, eye care, treatments, and diagnostics health consultations.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Death in service - we pay three times your annual salary to your designated next of kin, giving them peace of mind should you sadly pass away during service.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Employee Assistance Programme with access to counselling support, legal and financial advice 24/7 365 days a year, as well as a GP line and Your Care.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>We also offer all our staff a paid volunteering day every year. Plus, the chance to be involved in various fund-raising opportunities.</li> </ul>The Luxion Group comprises of the following companies - Luxion Group Ltd, Utilita Energy Ltd, Luxion Sales Ltd, Utilita Field Services Ltd, Procode Technology Ltd and Canary Care Global Ltd.

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