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<ul><li>£14.48 PAYE</li><li>Hoddesdon</li><li>Temporary</li></ul>Interim Housing Support Advisor Hoddesdon Area | &nbsp;Interim – 3 monthsSalary: £14.48 per hourAre you an experienced Housing Services Advisor with a broad knowledge of housing operations? Do you know what good customer service looks like and the passion to provide an excellent service to residents? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.We’re recruiting for an interim Housing Services Advisor to join a respected housing association in the Hoddesdon area. In this role, you’ll be responsible for providing first point of contact customer service to residents, with a range of queries, from rent arrears to tenancy sustainment and lettings.What You’ll Bring:<ul><li>Excellent customer service experience and the passion to provide an excellent service to residents, with a range of queries</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>A broad experience of frontline housing operations</li><li>Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and as a bonus, QL!</li></ul>This role offers a fantastic opportunity to use your expertise in customer service to make a real impact.Ready to take on the challenge? Apply today!To discuss this role in more depth, please phone Emma Carroll on 07736 161979.This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Greenacre Recruitment Ltd who are operating as a recruitment agency and business.

Housing Advisor

Salary Range: £28,000 - £30,000 gross per annum, including car allowance, a fuel card is provided on top Contract type: Employment, permanent, full-time role Location: Stevenage, Northwest London We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and experienced Resident Liaison Officer with excellent communication and customer service skills. In this role, you will focus on minimising disruption to residents, gaining access to units, and establishing relationships with all parties to ensure a smooth process during projects. As the main point of contact between the project's team and residents, you will take the lead in resident liaison work. Your responsibilities will include building and maintaining trusting relationships with residents, ensuring they are kept informed about all planned works, and promptly and professionally addressing any queries. Main Objectives of the Resident Liaison Officer role: <ul><li>Communicate with residents to organise property visits</li><li>Regularly visit residents' homes to conduct property surveys and establish what type of refurbishment work needs to be done</li><li>Be the bridge that minimises disruptions and ensures projects proceed seamlessly, generating resident satisfaction and loyalty</li><li>Collaborate with the site team to ensure that the refurbishment work required gets done based on the agreed timelines</li><li>Handle complaints patiently and efficiently </li><li>Keep project trackers updated in line with the program of works </li></ul>Do you have what it takes? <ul><li>Driving license and access to your own vehicle</li><li>Customer-focused mindset</li><li>Generally IT-minded, comfortable with the full Microsoft package</li><li>Problem-solving skills, to allow you to deal with complaints and challenges in a calm and professional manner</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Timekeeping and reliability</li><li>Prioritisation skills and flexibility are required to meet commitments and deadlines</li><li>Organised and excellent administration skills</li></ul>Desirable qualifications but not essential: <ul><li>Health &amp; Safety Awareness</li><li>First Aid qualification</li></ul>Why work with us? Here are some of the brilliant benefits you could get as a Resident Liaison Officer: <ul><li>23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)</li><li>Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendationsas part of our referral scheme</li><li>Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal</li><li>A welcoming office, snacks, beverages, friendly colleagues and team socials throughout the year</li><li>A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience</li><li>Trained Mental Health First Aiders support</li><li>Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more...</li></ul>About us: At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to quality of works. Specialising in planned maintenance and refurbishments within the social housing sector, we're excited to welcome you to our rapidly growing team. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together! Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Taking our commitment to diversity seriously, we are proud members of the Black Professionals in Construction Network, a leading organisation focused on promoting inclusion in the built environment sector. If you are driven, reliable and you aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations, as you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of motivation and pride in what we deliver.

Resident Liaison Officer

The vacancy Permanent Full time (37 hours per week) Role Description: Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? We are looking for an experienced Housing Officer to join our team and be a visible presence in our neighbourhoods. This role is all about building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their needs, and providing exceptional service. As a Housing Officer, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our customers, ensuring they feel supported and valued. You will be out and about in the community, visiting customers, and attending local events to foster a sense of trust and collaboration. Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Engage with the community: Be a visible and approachable presence in our neighbourhoods, attending community events and meeting with customers regularly.</li></ul><ul> <li>Customer-focused service: Provide personalised support to our customers, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are heard.</li></ul><ul> <li>Tenancy and neighbourhood management: Maximise rent and void loss, manage lower-level ASB cases, and ensure tenancy sustainment with a strong customer focus.</li></ul><ul> <li>Collaborate with partners: Work alongside internal teams and external partners to deliver comprehensive services to our customers.</li></ul><ul> <li>Estate inspections: Conduct regular estate inspections, monitor estate services, and complete fire safety inspections to maintain a safe and pleasant environment.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul> <li>Experience: Proven experience as a Housing Officer, with a strong track record of working in housing management.</li></ul><ul> <li>Excellent customer service skills: Put the customer at the heart of everything you do, with a genuine desire to help and support our residents.</li></ul><ul> <li>Strong communication skills: Effectively communicate with customers, colleagues, and partners, both verbally and in writing.</li></ul><ul> <li>Problem-solving abilities: Tackle challenges with a positive attitude and find solutions that benefit our customers.</li></ul><ul> <li>Organisational skills: Manage your time effectively to balance community engagement with administrative tasks.</li></ul>Benefits: <ul> <li>28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays</li></ul><ul> <li>A generous contributory pension scheme</li></ul><ul> <li>Private health care</li></ul><ul> <li>Free life assurance</li></ul><ul> <li>Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym</li></ul><ul> <li>Opportunities for learning and development</li></ul><ul> <li>Discounted gym membership</li></ul><ul> <li>Retail discount scheme</li></ul>Closing Date: 21st May 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Join us in making a positive impact in our communities. Apply today and become a key part of our team! 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>

Housing Officer

Make a Real Difference in St Albans - Join Peabody as a Part-Time Support Worker (Mental Health, Complex Needs &amp; Learning Disabilities) Are you passionate about helping people live more independently? Peabody is looking for a caring, proactive, and motivated Part-Time Support Worker to join our vibrant services in St Albans. You'll split your time between two supportive housing schemes - Milligan House (mental health support) and Russet Drive (learning disabilities) - both just 10 minutes apart. This is your chance to support people to thrive, build skills, and regain confidence. About the Services Milligan House - A dry house for adults recovering from mental health challenges, working closely with local services to build resilience and independence. Russet Drive - A friendly, supportive environment for adults with learning disabilities who live independently but need a little extra help with life skills. Both services are calm, community-focused, and designed to empower our residents to move forward. What You'll Be Doing <ul> <li>Helping customers develop vital life skills - like budgeting, cooking, and managing a tenancy.</li> <li>Providing emotional and practical support - building confidence, celebrating successes, and tackling challenges together.</li> <li>Promoting social inclusion - encouraging community participation and running small group activities.</li> <li>Working in partnership with local authorities, health teams, and voluntary organisations.</li></ul>Hours: 20 hours per week (Mon-Fri, between 9 AM - 5 PM - no evenings, no weekends! ) Travel: You'll need a driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel between schemes. What We're Looking For <ul> <li>A warm, non-judgmental approach and a real passion for empowering others.</li> <li>Experience in housing-related support (tenancy sustainment, benefits, support plans).</li> <li>Strong IT and admin skills to keep support plans and records up to date.</li> <li>A self-starter who's confident working both independently and as part of a team.</li> <li>Experience or understanding of mental health, learning disabilities, or housing support (professional or personal) is a real plus!</li></ul>Why Peabody? <ul> <li>Flexible working - fit your life around work</li> <li>25 days' holiday + bank holidays (pro rata)</li> <li>Enhanced DBS &amp; full training provided</li> <li>4x salary life assurance &amp; up to 10% pension contribution</li> <li>Two paid volunteering days every year</li> <li>Opportunities to grow and develop your career</li></ul>Ready to Apply? Click Apply Now and upload your CV along with a short statement telling us: <ul> <li>Why you're passionate about this work</li> <li>How your skills and experiences align with our values: Be Kind ¦ Do the Right Thing ¦ Love New Ideas ¦ Celebrate Diversity ¦ Keep Our Promises ¦ Pull Together</li></ul> Please note: Peabody does not offer sponsorship for this role. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check. If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Julie-Ann.O'<a href="mailto:Malley@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">Malley@peabody.org.uk</a>. Interviews will be taking place week commencing 19 May.

Housing Support Worker

Housing Officer - £39,039 pa Hybrid Working - 3 Days onsite in Hemel Hempstead Are you ready to make a real difference in people's lives? Join our dynamic Housing department and provide exceptional, customer-focused housing management services to our residents. As a Housing Officer, you'll take charge of a geographical patch of properties, with exciting responsibilities such as: <ul><li>Carrying out tenancy reviews and audits with residents in their homes</li><li>Housing management casework including Anti-Social behaviour, domestic abuse, abandonment and hoarding</li><li>Taking appropriate action regarding breaches of tenancies</li><li>Working with the other teams to ensure appropriate action is taken to deal with breaches of tenancies related to rent arrears</li><li>Assisting with Court processes and representing Hightown in Court where necessary.</li><li>Resident involvement throughout the week travelling across your geographical patch</li></ul>Each Housing Officer in the team has a lead role, enabling staff to specialise in an area of Housing Management (we're flexible if you have an interest in a specific lead). This may include: <ul><li>Anti-Social Behaviour</li><li>Domestic Abuse</li><li>Tenancy Fraud</li></ul>As part of your lead role, you will be expected to keep up to date with legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice in your key area as well as providing guidance to other team members when needed. Due to the nature of the role, you must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes. About Us Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,000 homes and employ over 1100 Permanent and Bank staff in our Care and Supported Housing Schemes and from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £121 million and a development programme that will deliver over 350 new affordable homes each year . The Benefits We offer a range of benefits which include: <ul><li>33 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li><li>£39,039 pa for 35 hours a week contract</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus</li><li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li><li>Access to favourable discounts and savings at high street retailers, gyms, restaurants, and cinemas</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li><li>Employee support and health &amp; wellbeing services</li><li>Well-equipped on-site gym</li></ul>If you are passionate about housing management and ready to make a positive impact, apply now! We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Sureserve Sureserve mission is to be the trusted partner of choice to the social housing and related public sector in delivering essential and affordable heating, energy savings, and compliance solutions. We are playing a key and progressive role in decarbonisation, always delivering for customers, employees, residents and the environment with safety, integrity and respect at the forefront of everything we do. We provide trusted high-quality solutions that focus on energy efficiency, warm, safe, and compliant homes, and an improved quality of life for residents. With a Nationwide reach, regional and local relationships and expertise, and commitment to excellent client service we are set up to be a trusted partner for now and the future. Sureserve Compliance Central We are a national company offering market leading heating &amp; hot water solutions from a network of regional offices across the East of England and the Midlands, strategically positioned to ensure comprehensive coverage and uncompromised access to our clients We are currently searching for a dedicated and professional Resident Liaison Officer to join our expanding team. This full-time position is crucial in facilitating effective communication between our services teams and the residents we serve, ensuring that all interactions are conducted with the utmost professionalism and care. Overview of Role The Resident Liaison Officer plays a key role in bridging the gap between our technical teams and our valued customers. This position demands a candidate who can multitask efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for residents, managing inquiries, addressing concerns, and solving problems with resourcefulness and a positive attitude. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Act as the primary liaison between residents and service teams, ensuring clear and effective communication.</li> <li>Coordinate and schedule appointments, providing timely updates to both parties.</li> <li>Handle complaints and concerns with empathy, escalating issues where necessary.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records of interactions, services requested, and outcomes.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, contributing to the continuous improvement of our services.</li> <li>Provide feedback to management on service improvements based on resident feedback.</li> </ul>Required Attributes <ul> <li>Exceptional attention to detail and administrative skills.</li> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.</li> <li>Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.</li> <li>Customer service oriented with excellent problem-solving abilities.</li> <li>High resilience and organizational abilities in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Proficiency with IT systems and standard office software.</li> <li>Friendly and professional attitude, capable of building positive relationships.</li> </ul>What We Offer <ul> <li>Employee wellbeing programme, occupational health support, telephone support &amp; counselling for staff</li> <li>Service level awarded annual leave</li> <li>Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity Packages</li> <li>Dental/Healthcare cash plan</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li> <li>Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme</li> <li>Gender &amp; Equality Working Group</li> <li>Sureserve Academy- a platform for development, career progression</li> <li>Employee Voice Programme</li> <li>Social activities for all of our teams</li> <li>Sureserve Legends- celebrating the fantastic ways in which our employees live our values.</li> </ul>Sureserve is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate individual differences and believe that they contribute to our collective success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to Inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals who may require them. If you feel you need any adjustments, please contact <a href="mailto:scc-hr@sureserve.co.uk" target="_blank">scc-hr@sureserve.co.uk</a> Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks including the right to work in the UK and DBS checks. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence across the UK. Business Sureserve Compliance Central Role Resident Liaison Officer Locations Sureserve Compliance Central Welwyn Garden City Yearly salary £30,925 Employment type Full-time

Job Introduction We're offering an interesting and rewarding role for a Resident Engagement Officer in our Neighbourhoods Team. You'll be responsible for working with our tenants, empowering them to have a voice in how we develop and manage our housing service and properties. We want to exceed people's expectations about what it means to engage with us as their landlord. You'll communicate with tenants, set up new tenant groups, and develop and implement new initiatives to engage local people. You'll provide advice and guidance to Resident Associations and support the development of new associations across the city. Some of this work will be done in the evening or at weekends, as we like to hold events for tenants at times that suit them best. Ideally, you'll have some experience working with residents or similar groups and you'll understand the requirements and challenges of the Government's Social Housing White Paper. In return, you'll join a supportive and professional team, as well as an employer with excellent training and personal development opportunities and a range of other benefits including an enhanced pension. A DBS check is required for this role. This is a site-based role. Interviews will be held on 23 and 30 May 2025. Main Responsibility <ul><li>Empower and encourage tenants so that they have the information and skills to actively participate, including the delivery and/or sourcing of training and other capacity building initiatives.</li><li>Able to use resources efficiently and effectively in line with Council guidelines, whilst monitoring and measuring the success of involvement activities. The role will ensure MKCC meets the required consumer standards and future consumer measurables of our performance across all aspects of work.</li><li>Working collaboratively across teams to support the development and implementation of surveys and consultations, encouraging tenant participation.</li><li>Identify, develop and implement new and innovative approaches to resident involvement to encourage the involvement of residents from diverse and wide-ranging backgrounds particularly those who are harder to reach.</li><li>Support residents' associations across Milton Keynes, offering advice and guidance, including attendance at their meetings.</li><li>Processing Health checks and funding, maintaining clear and comprehensive records.</li><li>Have a genuine commitment to customer care, be self-motivated and well organised, able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team, with the ability to work flexibly and outside of normal office hours as required.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate <ul><li>A working and practised knowledge of the Tenant Involvement and Empowerment standard, a good understanding of the Government's Social Housing White Paper, and the consumer standards. </li><li>A CiH level 3 qualification or equivalent or be willing to work towards one.</li><li>Demonstrable experience of working in a tenant focused or community development role either within a Local Authority, Registered Provider of Social Housing (Housing Association) or another tenant focused environment.</li><li>Demonstrating an empathic and considered approach regarding resident involvement from a wide spectrum of people, with ability to adapt communication style to suit different situations. </li><li>Able to understand the political, social, and economic drivers and their impact on residents' lives, using this knowledge to interact with residents and communities and ultimately drive-up Resident Involvement. </li><li>The role requires extensive travel around the area of Milton Keynes and own means of transports is essential. A full UK driving licence, evidence of the driving licence and vehicle insurance with business insurance will be required from the candidate should they be offered this position. Without this documentation the candidate will not be appointable.</li></ul>Package Description In addition to your salary, we offer a range of benefits including: <ul><li>Great holiday benefits - most roles include 28 days annual leave every year on top of public (bank) holidays, increasing to 32 days after five years. In addition, there is a holiday purchase scheme allowing staff to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year.</li><li>Excellent pension - everyone who works for us can join the national Local Government Pension Scheme, widely regarded as one of the best available.</li><li>A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity support and a childcare subsidy.</li><li>Access to an award-winning employee benefits programme that includes a health cash plan, a low-cost bike purchase scheme as well as high street discounts and money off entertainment and travel.</li><li>Salary sacrifice car scheme - low-cost leasing of electric and low emission vehicles.</li><li>Blue Light Card - employees working within social care can qualify for an additional range of discounts from national retailers and local businesses.</li></ul>Why join us? Along with more on our Benefits, discover why Working at the City Council could be the right move for you here Working at the Council | Milton Keynes Our roles are either designated 'site based' or 'home based'. 'Site based' roles can include up to two days a week working from home whilst 'home based' roles are based at home four days a week. Of course, managers designate which category roles are in based on the needs of the service and the circumstances. About The Organisation Milton Keynes City Council is a large, modern and financially stable employer with around 2,500 people working across our eight areas. Together we provide local residents and businesses with a wide range of important round-the-clock services and aim to make our city a better place to live. We work hard because of the demands placed on us, like protecting children from harm or preventing homelessness. However, working for the city is always rewarding and everyone has the opportunity to make a real difference. We're very proud of our diversity and are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community we serve. Whatever your background, you will be welcome here if you share our values of being dedicated, respectful and collaborative. We offer great training and support and because of the size and scale of the organisation there are always new opportunities to explore when it's time for a new role. If you'd like to know more about how we do things and what matters to us, take a look at our short booklet What makes us Milton Keynes City Council.

Resident Engagement Officer

Job Description Salary range: £33,912 - £35,982 p.a. inc. London weighting Contract: Fixed term - 12 Months Hours of work: 36 hours per week Location: Civic centre and Remote working Help support a vibrant housing management service. Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent's diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. The Post This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic housing support team &amp; help drive forward the services of the housing management department at Brent Council. The post holder will be working closely with other service teams within the Housing department to deliver core administrative functions such as, processing invoices, raising purchase orders, triaging customer requests &amp; complaints and managing subject access requests from residents. The Person We are looking for a very organised individual with excellent time management skills. The successful candidate will be able to show they have the ability to manage multiple workstreams, think outside the box to resolve enquires &amp; requests and confidently show capability of working both within a team and independently. Desirably you would have experience of using Oracle to manage purchase orders &amp; invoices with an understanding of Account payables processes but these are not essential. Closing date: Sunday 4 May 2025 (23:59) Additional Information If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement. Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found here. Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including "non-visible" disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on <a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a> Job Description

Housing Support Officer

Job Introduction We're seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer to complement the existing team of four Independent Child Protection Chairs and seven Independent Reviewing Officers. You'll be an experienced social worker with extensive knowledge of safeguarding and childcare issues, legislation, policy, and research. You'll hold a caseload of looked after children, chair their reviews, and oversee cases in accordance with the Independent Reviewing Officer handbook. This is a site-based role Interviews for this role will be held on 9 May Milton Keynes City Council is a modern and friendly place to work. Find out more about working with us here: <a href="http://www.mkcounciljobs.org.uk" target="_blank">www.mkcounciljobs.org.uk</a> Main Responsibility <ul><li>Hold a caseload of looked after children and chair their reviews and oversee cases in accordance with the Independent Reviewing Officer handbook.</li><li>Establish and implement looked after children policy and practice in compliance with legislation, guidance, internal policies and procedures, and lead on specialist aspects of the safeguarding process.</li><li>Deliver a professional consultation service, provide advice and information to colleagues within the city council, partner agencies and external organisations.</li><li>You'll ensure that the child's voice is heard; that children and families participate in the child protection process so that children are able to achieve good outcomes.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate <ul><li>Qualified Social Worker with a valid Social Work England registration, minimum of four years post qualification experience, and post qualification award in subjects related to child or family work.</li><li>Advanced extensive knowledge of safeguarding and childcare issues, legislation, policy and research.</li><li>Able to chair complex meetings, analyse, summarise and write/record relevant information clearly and concisely so that it is easily understood by users and colleagues.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including communication with children, young people, their families and professionals. </li></ul>For this role, the candidate is required to have a full UK driving licence, along with access to a vehicle. Evidence of the driving licence and vehicle insurance with business insurance will be required from the candidate should they be offered this position. Without this documentation the candidate will not be appointable. Should you be offered the role, as part of the pre-employment checks an Enhanced DBS will be actioned for you (unless you are on the DBS Update Service). Package Description In addition to your salary, we offer a range of benefits including: <ul><li>Great holiday benefits - most roles include 28 days annual leave every year on top of public (bank) holidays, increasing to 32 days after five years. In addition, there is a holiday purchase scheme allowing staff to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year.</li><li>Excellent pension - everyone who works for us can join the national Local Government Pension Scheme, widely regarded as one of the best available.</li><li>A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity support and a childcare subsidy.</li><li>Access to an award-winning employee benefits programme that includes a health cash plan, a low-cost bike purchase scheme as well as high street discounts and money off entertainment and travel.</li><li>Salary sacrifice car scheme - low-cost leasing of electric and low emission vehicles.</li><li>Blue Light Card - employees working within social care can qualify for an additional range of discounts from national retailers and local businesses.</li></ul>Why join us? Along with more on our Benefits, discover why Working at the City Council could be the right move for you here Working at the Council | Milton Keynes Our roles are either designated 'site based' or 'home based'. 'Site based' roles can include up to two days a week working from home whilst 'home based' roles are based at home four days a week. Of course, managers designate which category roles are in based on the needs of the service and the circumstances. About The Organisation Milton Keynes City Council is a large, modern and financially stable employer with around 2,500 people working across our eight areas. Together we provide local residents and businesses with a wide range of important round-the-clock services and aim to make our city a better place to live. We work hard because of the demands placed on us, like protecting children from harm or preventing homelessness. However, working for the city is always rewarding and everyone has the opportunity to make a real difference. We're very proud of our diversity and are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community we serve. Whatever your background, you will be welcome here if you share our values of being dedicated, respectful and collaborative. We offer great training and support and because of the size and scale of the organisation there are always new opportunities to explore when it's time for a new role. If you'd like to know more about how we do things and what matters to us, take a look at our short booklet What makes us Milton Keynes City Council.

Independent Reviewing Officer

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are looking for a House Manager to lead their estate at Norton Court, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire. Hours: 25 hours per week Monday to Friday, working throughout the year. Salary: £17,908.61 ACTUAL plus benefits and bonus Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave (starts at 25 days and will rise to 28 days max (1 additional day per year) plus bank holidays), entitlement access to benefits platform offering discounted Gift Cards and eGifts and offers for leading brands including restaurants and supermarkets. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. We welcome applications from candidates who have experience of working in front line services, or customer service management roles. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>As part of McCarthy &amp; Stone Management Service, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. McCarthy Stone does not currently offer sponsorship. We are only able to consider those that have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. #LI-GM1 About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

House Manager

Estates Co-ordinator Wycombe Hospital, High Wycombe Full time - 37.5 hours per week Salary - up to £26,000.00 depending on experience plus Serco benefits. Serco are recruiting for an Estates Co-ordinator to join our team based in Wycombe Hospital. This role will be to support Serco's Estate team in allocation, delivering, closure of planned and reactive maintenance works on site in an accurate, compliant, well organised and professional manner. To understand the technical nature of both compliance and remedial works requirements ensuring resolution of all elements. An integral element of this role will be working closely with the Concept Evolution CAFM system to ensure full compliance across the contract. About us: Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust provides nationally recognised services focusing on providing the right care, in the right place, at the right time. Wycombe is one of the Trust's acute hospitals and its main site for planned (elective) surgery. It also provides specialist treatment for patients with heart conditions, strokes, cancer and urological conditions and has an Urgent Treatment Centre, all staffed by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. The hospital design combines several buildings from traditional to modern facilities with a commitment to high-quality patient care. Serco, in providing hard FM services to part of the Trusts estate through a site-based team provides outstanding, person-centred care that is both effective and dependable. We are eager to grow this amazing team by welcoming positive and skilled individuals who are seeking opportunities in their preferred fields. Main Accountabilities: <ul> <li>Responsible for supporting the allocation and delivery of the Estates planned and reactive maintenance service using the CAFM system</li> <li>Responsible for ensuring that the resources required to undertake planned or reactive works are efficiently utilised and allocated in accordance with contractual priorities.</li> <li>Responsible for ensuring 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>Responsible for ensuring all planned and reactive maintenance tasks are accurately and completely closed, with the required evidence, on the CAFM system.</li> <li>Responsible for supporting the schedule of planned activity for statutory compliance is correctly upload within the Planned maintenance programme.</li> <li>To understand the technical nature of the work we undertake.</li> <li>To assist driving performance and efficiency.</li> <li>To answer incoming calls (and emails) for Estates (between 0800 - 1700 weekdays) in a friendly and professional manner, updating the Helpdesk and CAFM system and allocating reactive jobs, providing updates and technical detail to requesters.</li> <li>Log Estates requests and providing assistance to the helpdesk as required.</li> <li>Review compliance and PPM technical paperwork, upload and close when all contract requirements are met, log remedial works and track completion within the appropriate timeframes</li> <li>Responsible for purchasing and procurement for Estates teams through Guided Buying and purchasing systems. Appropriately raise purchase orders in line with Serco policy and in line with delegated authority levels. Ensure relevant invoices are correctly receipted.</li> <li>To support and take notes in meetings, either face to face or via Teams as required.</li> <li>Manage the Estates filing systems, and any other ad-hoc administration requests as required.</li> <li>Support or deliver the production of reports and activities in support of contract governance as requested.</li> <li>Provide administration support.</li></ul>What you'll need to do the role: <ul> <li>Previous experience working within a similar FM role or environment</li> <li>Technical understanding of building services </li> <li>Excellent communication skills - builds strong relationships within the team and across the contract. Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Highly detailed, conscientious and delivery focused</li> <li>Excellent organisational ability with superior time management skills and the capacity to work independently to deliver results with initiative, responsibility and discretion</li> <li>Demonstrates a flexible approach to work, is self-motivated with the ability to juggle multiple priorities</li> <li>Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint and Word.</li> <li>Concept Evolution or CAFM experience is desirable, however full training will be provided</li> <li>Able to understand purchasing systems </li> <li>Attention to detail </li> <li>Able to communicate well with the various parties involved with the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance i.e. in-house supervisors and maintenance staff, contractors, clients, Facilities colleagues in Serco, UHSB and the Trust.</li></ul>What we offer <ul> <li>Up to 6% contributory pension scheme. </li> <li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. </li> <li>A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, and more. </li> <li>Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts. </li> <li>A fantastic culture and supportive team where you'll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion. </li> <li>Company discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships. </li> <li>Interesting and enjoyable work. </li> <li>Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities. </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. By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks - SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT &amp; Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging. Apply Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. At Serco, 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 and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Silver Inclusive Employer Standard. 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. At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the 'Ban the Box' pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.

Estates Co-ordinator

Income Recovery Officer - £34,107.00 pa Hybrid Working - Minimum 3 Days onsite in Hemel Hempstead We have a new exciting opening for an Income Recovery Officer. The successful candidate will accurately record-keep, engage with tenants and assist in developing monitoring systems. This role includes staying updated on legislation, attending meetings, and performing duties in line with policies and best practices. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Manage and monitor rent accounts, ensuring regular reviews and appropriate actions in line with policies.</li><li>Prepare and serve legal notices and represent Hightown in possession cases as necessary.</li><li>Conduct home visits to tenants as required by tenancy conduct or procedures.</li><li>Coordinate responses to welfare reform, ensuring policies reflect legislative changes and effective data collection.</li><li>Liaise with Housing Benefit departments and the Department of Work and Pensions for prompt payment and issue resolution.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits, providing advice and signposting tenants to relevant agencies.</li></ul>Experience and Qualifications Required: <ul><li>Relevant experience as an Income Recovery Officer or in credit control and debt/arrears recovery.</li><li>Educated to GCSE with a grade C or above in English and Maths.</li><li>Proficient in using computer systems, including spreadsheets and various software packages.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Housing and Welfare benefits.</li><li>Previous experience engaging with customers or service users.</li></ul>About Us Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,000 homes and employ over 1100 Permanent and Bank staff in our Care and Supported Housing Schemes and from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £121 million and a development programme that will deliver over 350 new affordable homes each year . The Benefits We offer a range of benefits which include: <ul><li>33 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li><li>34,107.00 pa for 35 hours a week contract</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus</li><li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li><li>Access to favourable discounts and savings at high street retailers, gyms, restaurants, and cinemas</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li><li>Employee support and health &amp; wellbeing services</li><li>Well-equipped on-site gym</li></ul>We will be reviewing and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out. Hightown is an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer

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