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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 Head of Governance and Risk role, you’ll be the strategic lead driving excellence in corporate governance and risk management - acting as Company Secretary, advising the Executive and Board on governance matters, and ensuring Amplius operates within a robust, transparent, and well-defined governance framework.Location: Hybrid working, minimum of 1 day p/week in our offices.Salary: Up to £85,000 per yearContract: Permanent / Full-timeYour week: 36.25 hours p/weekSnapshot of your roleThis is what your day will look like as our Head of Governance and Risk:<ul><li>The role will act as the Company Secretary to Amplius and its subsidiaries.</li><li>Provide advice and support to Board and Committee Members to support them in the delivery of their duties as necessary.</li><li>Responsible for the review and co-ordination of the risk management process including reviews of the risk register, ensuring a coordinated and up to date mitigation strategy, and regular reporting to the Audit and Risk Committee and the Board.</li><li>Manage highly sensitive and complex information, working with senior colleagues across the organisation, to ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and policies, exercising diplomacy and understanding within the complex regulatory environment.</li></ul>Your toolkit for successTo thrive in our Head of Governance &amp; Risk role, you’ll need:<ul><li>An industry recognised Company Secretary qualification or equivalent experience.</li><li>Ability to work proactively and take ownership of work deliverables ensuring they are delivered to a high standard and on time.</li><li>Be able to demonstrate analytical thinking and attention to detail.</li><li>Balances risk with operational needs.</li></ul>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>31 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 stuffWe’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 <a href="mailto:resourcing@longhurst-group.org.uk." target="_blank">Amplius Recruitment Team</a> and we’ll be in touch to support you with any questions, queries or conundrums!The CompanyAmplius 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.

Amplius 

Head of Governance and Risk

We're building thriving communities as one of the UK's largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that's truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. Neighbourhood Manager - the role Patch - Predominantly Southam and surrounding area. We are seeking an experienced housing professional to join our Neighbourhood Manager team. In this role, you will represent Orbit in local communities, coordinating internal and external services to meet diverse customer needs and maintaining high standards of delivery. Key duties include managing relationships with Local Authorities and Housing Association partners, serving as the main contact for customers regarding ASB complaints, estate services, and tenancy management. Strong customer focus and effective time management are essential, as is a willingness to be present in the community three days per week, with some evening or weekend work as required. If you are passionate about housing, safety, and community wellbeing, we encourage you to apply. What you'll achieve You'll ensure a high-quality, end-to-end customer experience, focusing on safety, wellbeing, satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. By building relationships and upholding standards in our neighbourhoods, you'll support our commitments and contribute to our overall strategy. What you'll bring Essential skills <ul><li>Strong background in housing and tenancy management, with a solid understanding of housing legislation and regulatory requirements.</li><li>A commitment to safeguarding, with a clear awareness of the needs of vulnerable individuals and a proactive approach to supporting them.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to handle complex situations with empathy and confidence.</li><li>A full UK driving licence, along with a flexible approach to travel and working hours, including participation in an out-of-hours rota when required.</li><li>Self-motivated and independent, yet able to collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to a supportive team environment</li></ul>Desirable skills <ul><li>Diploma in Housing / Foundation degree from CIB / Level 3 in Housing Management.</li></ul>Why Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here's what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you're a student, graduate or experienced professional we'll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We're proud to make a difference to people together. We're values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: <ol><li>Online application</li><li>Interview(s)</li><li>Decision and offer</li></ol> We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.

Neighbourhood Manager

About the role As a Social Housing Regulation Officer within the Housing Strategy and Partnerships team at West Northamptonshire Council, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Council's compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing's Consumer Standards. This is a strategic and collaborative position, working closely with the Council's ALMO, Northamptonshire Partnership Homes and internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, regulatory assurance, and sector-leading practice. What will you be doing? You'll lead on developing robust evidence bases, gap analyses, and improvement plans, while also coordinating reporting to elected members and managing external consultancy support. Your work will directly contribute to the Council's mission to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. About you You are a confident and collaborative professional with a strong background in social housing, governance, or regulatory compliance. You bring excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling you to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including elected members and internal teams. Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council . About us At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people. Our vision is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what its like to work at West Northants Council. We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential. We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain what DEI means to us . If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support. West Northants Council, where careers thrive. Attached documents <ul> <li> Social Housing Regulation Officer JDPS.pdf </li> </ul>

Social Housing Regulation Officer

Title: Neighbourhood Housing Lead -South East and Kent Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time - 35 hours Salary: £35,951 per annum to £39,531 per annum (London weighted salary) dependant on experience plus £1,300 ECU allowance* Reporting Office: London, Stratford Working Location: South East and Thames Persona: Agile - 1 -2 days office attendance required. Working Pattern: Monday - Friday - 09:00 - 17:00 Closing Date: 29 th October 2025 - 23:00 Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more ... Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. Role Profile - Neighbourhood Housing Lead.docx Join our South East and Kent Team at L&amp;Q: Would you like to join our revamped Housing Management Team as a Neighbourhood Housing Lead and help us to deliver an excellent service for residents? This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply! Your impact in the role, as the Neighbourhood Housing Lead, you'll be responsible for the following: • Supporting the Housing Management team to deliver a reliable, repeatable, and consistent service for residents. • You will be key to improving resident satisfaction, building trust, and making sure that residents have a home that they're happy in. • You'll be the primary relationship holder with the residents living in homes on your patch. Patches are being designed to align with local authority areas and are expected to cover around 500 - 600 homes. What you'll bring: • You should have a proven track record of building relationships with people and be able to communicate well with colleagues and residents. • You'll be able to problem solve and will pride yourself on your grit and determination. You'll have a can-do attitude and be motivated by keeping promises to residents. • You'll be willing to push boundaries and challenge the business where needed to achieve the very best outcomes for residents. • You'll have excellent time management skills along with the ability to manage a complex workload whilst adhering to important deadlines. • Stakeholder management is also key to this role and an ability to engage with a diverse customer base is essential. • Have demonstrable experience in a similar role. • Have a valid license and access to a car for work use. Our customers are the most important part of our business and as a member of the Housing Management team, it is vital that you display passion and commitment to lead and deliver an excellent service every time. This will be measured against the high standards and values that we set across the organisation and department We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&amp;Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words. About L&amp;Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values and behavioural framework , which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q. L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click here to read more. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a> At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us! *ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. #TJ

Neighbourhood Housing Lead - South East and Kent - October 2025

About the role Neighbourhood Housing Officers x7 We're not just restructuring - we're reinventing how housing services are delivered. Come and be part of the change About the role Do you want to be the face of housing in your community and make a real difference to tenants' lives? This is your chance to be part of a bold new chapter for Housing Services at North Northamptonshire Council. We are reshaping our Housing Management Service to become more visible, proactive and closer to our tenants than ever before. As a Neighborhood Housing Officer, you'll manage your own patch, working directly with tenants and communities to deliver excellent, responsive services. No two days will be the same - you'll balance support with enforcement, problem-solving with prevention, and relationship-building with results. You will be part of a service that is: <ul><li>Visible and connected - smaller patches, stronger links with tenants and communities.</li><li>Cleaner and safer - more caretakers working across our estates.</li><li>Supportive and responsive - stronger focus on helping vulnerable tenants and quicker support with adaptations.</li><li>Engaged and accountable - a stronger tenant voice and more opportunities for residents to shape our services.</li></ul>This is a varied, people-focused role where you'll see the difference you make every day and build strong foundations for your career in housing. What will you be doing? What you will be doing You will be responsible for managing a patch of homes, ensuring tenants feel supported and connected. Your work will include: <ul><li>Being a visible presence on estates, carrying out visits, inspections and tenancy checks.</li><li>Building positive relationships with tenants and communities, getting to know their needs.</li><li>Supporting tenants to sustain their homes, including providing advice, assistance and enforcement where needed.</li><li>Tackling tenancy breaches and anti-social behaviour quickly and fairly.</li><li>Preventing and recovering arrears. </li><li>Identifying vulnerable households and working with partners to make sure they get the right support.</li><li>Working closely with caretakers, sheltered and housing support colleagues to deliver a joined-up service.</li></ul>Responding to issues raised by tenants, councillors and communities, and keeping residents updated on outcomes About you About you We want changemakers - people who want to be out in communities, making a visible difference and helping tenants thrive. What will you bring to the role: <ul><li>Passion, Resilience, Innovation, Drive and Energy - with a commitment to Working Together to Achieve Success.</li><li>Experience in tenancy management, income, housing, community work or a related service.</li><li>Excellent people skills - approachable, confident, and able to build trust quickly.</li><li>The resilience to handle challenging situations and find solutions that work.</li></ul>Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload. Our benefits Here at North Northamptonshire Council, we're transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You'll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think! Why choose us? We offer a vibrant working environment with: <ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups. About us Our Values and Behaviours Our values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are: Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive Trustworthy Our Key Commitments Our key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most. We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council's pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status. Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)

Neighbourhood Housing Officer Full Time

About the role Housing Tenancy Support Officer Part Time We're not just restructuring - we're reinventing how housing services are delivered. Come and be part of the change. About the role Do you want to make a real difference by supporting tenants to sustain their homes and thrive in their communities? This is your chance to join North Northamptonshire Council's Housing Management Service at a time of real change and investment. We are reshaping our services to be more visible, proactive and closer to tenants - and our Housing Tenancy Support Officers are a vital part of this transformation. As a Housing Tenancy Support Officer, you'll work directly with tenants who need extra help, providing guidance, practical support and links to other services. You'll play a key role in preventing homelessness, tackling tenancy issues early, and helping tenants feel secure and supported in their homes. You will be part of a service that is: <ul><li>Visible and connected - smaller patches, stronger links with tenants and communities.</li><li>Supportive and responsive - tailored help for tenants who need it most.</li><li>Engaged and accountable - ensuring tenants' voices are heard and acted on.</li><li>Cleaner and safer - working with colleagues to improve neighbourhood standards.</li></ul>This is a rewarding and people-focused role where you'll see the difference you make every single day. What will you be doing? What you will be doing You'll be responsible for providing support that helps tenants maintain successful, sustainable tenancies. Your work will include: <ul><li>Building positive relationships with tenants who need extra support.</li><li>Assessing needs and putting tailored support plans in place.</li><li>Helping tenants with budgeting, benefits and financial advice to reduce arrears and prevent crisis.</li><li>Working closely with support services, health professionals and community organisations to link tenants to the right help.</li><li>Supporting vulnerable tenants, including those facing domestic abuse, safeguarding issues or mental health challenges.</li><li>Helping tenants understand their rights and responsibilities, and tackling issues before they escalate.</li><li>Promoting independence, resilience and community connections.</li></ul>About you About you We are looking for people who are caring, proactive and passionate about making a difference. What will you bring to the role: <ul><li>Passion, Resilience, Innovation, Drive and Energy - with a commitment to Working Together to Achieve Success.</li><li>Experience of working in housing, support, health, social care or community services.</li><li>Excellent people skills - empathetic, approachable and confident in engaging with tenants.</li><li>The ability to respond calmly and effectively to challenging situations.</li><li>Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage a busy caseload.</li><li>A genuine commitment to helping people sustain their homes and build better futures.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-looking housing service and play your part in creating safer, stronger and more supportive communities. Our benefits Here at North Northamptonshire Council, we're transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You'll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think! Why choose us? We offer a vibrant working environment with: <ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups. About us Our Values and Behaviours Our values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are: Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive Trustworthy Our Key Commitments Our key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most. We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council's pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status. Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)

Housing Tenancy Support Officer Part Time

About the role Senior Neighbourhood Housing Officers x 3 We're not just restructuring - we're reinventing how housing services are delivered. Come and be part of the change About the role Do you want to play a key role in transforming how we deliver housing services at North Northamptonshire Council? This is your chance to be part of a bold new chapter for Housing Services and help shape the future of our housing management service. We are a council with a passion for driving positive change and delivering excellence; serving a community with a rich heritage, a diverse population, and a distinct identity. We are looking for motivated and ambitious people to join our Housing Management Service at a time of real change and investment. Following a major restructure, we are making our service more visible, proactive and closer to our tenants than ever before. You will be part of a service that is: <ul><li>Visible and connected - smaller patches, stronger links with tenants and communities.</li><li>Cleaner and safer - more caretakers working across our estates.</li><li>Supportive and responsive - stronger focus on helping vulnerable tenants and quicker support with adaptations.</li><li>Engaged and accountable - a stronger tenant voice and more opportunities for residents to shape our services.</li></ul>What will you be doing? What you will be doing You will lead a patch-based housing management team, inspiring confidence and delivering consistent, high-quality services. Your work will include: <ul><li>Providing day-to-day leadership, coaching and support to Housing Officers and Assistants.</li><li>Taking ownership of complex tenancy cases, including anti-social behaviour, safeguarding and tenancy breaches.</li><li>Ensuring vulnerable tenants receive the right support through close partnership working.</li><li>Working with caretakers and other teams to keep estates safe, clean and welcoming.</li><li>Monitoring performance and budgets, and reporting on outcomes.</li><li>Acting as a visible presence on estates, engaging with tenants, councillors and community groups.</li><li>Leading by example in delivering excellent customer service and promoting tenant engagement.</li></ul>This is a varied and rewarding role where you can see the difference you make every day, while developing your leadership and management skills. About you About you We want changemakers - people with the passion and drive to help us build safer, stronger and more connected communities. What will you bring to the role: <ul><li>Passion, Resilience, Innovation, Drive and Energy - with a commitment to Working Together to Achieve Success.</li><li>A strong background in tenancy or neighbourhood management, with experience of handling complex cases.</li><li>The ability to support and mentor Housing Officers and Assistants, building confidence and consistency across your patch.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to balance support, enforcement and partnership working.</li><li>A proactive, problem-solving approach, with the drive to deliver improvements for tenants and communities.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career within a forward-looking housing service - and to make a visible difference to the lives of tenants every single day. Our benefits Here at North Northamptonshire Council, we're transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You'll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think! Why choose us? We offer a vibrant working environment with: <ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups. About us Our Values and Behaviours Our values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are: Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive Trustworthy Our Key Commitments Our key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most. We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council's pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status. Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)

Senior Neighbourhood Housing Officer Full Time

Overview Transform Lives with a Rewarding Career at Change Grow Live Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? At Change Grow Live, we're dedicated to creating positive change for our service users. We provide a safe and supportive environment, supporting each person's unique journey and working together to find the best treatment and care options. Guided by our core values-'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold'-we help individuals reshape their lives, grow, and embrace their life to the fullest. Join Us as an Recovery Coordinator We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator to join us at our Northamptonshire service. The successful candidate will have the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time in a way that best meets their individual needs. Initially, the role will be within the Engagement Team, taking referrals and completing assessments. Alongside this, we ask that the successful candidate also support with caseload management. Due to ongoing changes within our service, there may also be opportunities, and at times the need, to support additional teams as we continue to adapt and develop. Location: Northampton Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (based on full time working hours, pro rata for part time hours) Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st of March 2026 **Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours Responsibilities About the role: <ul><li>Support service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey </li><li>Deliver psychosocial interventions as part of the Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service within the prison estate </li><li>Work in partnership with other healthcare providers as part of an Integrated Health and Wellbeing model </li><li>Advocate on behalf of the service users who are unwilling or unable to engage in treatment </li><li>Proactively follow up with service users that miss appointments to increase opportunity of engagement </li><li>Contribute to risk management processes, including prison ACCT process as appropriate </li><li>Work with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination </li></ul>About you: <ul><li>Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field ideally within prison/criminal justice </li><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills </li><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills </li><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice </li><li>Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders </li><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users </li><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards </li><li>Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>25 days of holiday (+ bank holidays), with annual increases for first five years.</li><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and Employee Assist Programme.</li><li>Contributory pension scheme.</li><li>Attractive benefits, including discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A supportive team environment with training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend voucher scheme.</li></ul>We encourage you to ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria, as this will be key in our shortlisting process. If this role resonates with you, we would love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that's making a real difference every day. Direct applications only - we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Interview Date 29/10/2025 Closing Date 23/10/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Lydia East | <a href="mailto:Lydia.Eat@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">Lydia.Eat@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are 'Be open, be compassionate and be bold' and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. The team supports people with their drug and/or alcohol issues who are also engaged with the Criminal Justice system. As part of this role you will need to undergo Police and Prison vetting. Where: With this role you'll be working as part of our Criminal Justice Team working across Warwickshire, with hubs in Leamington, Stratford, Nuneaton and Rugby. Part Time Hours: 30 per week Full Time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time) *Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the role: <ul><li>Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey </li></ul><ul><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral </li></ul><ul><li>Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community </li></ul><ul><li>Promoting carer, service user and community involvement </li></ul><ul><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services </li></ul><ul><li>Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination </li></ul>About you: <ul><li>Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working with groups/pods and managing group dynamics, such as conflict or challenging behaviour. </li></ul><ul><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills </li></ul><ul><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills </li></ul><ul><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice </li></ul><ul><li>Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users </li></ul><ul><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards </li></ul><ul><li>Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others </li></ul>What we will give to you: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us. </li></ul><ul><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme </li></ul><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme </li></ul><ul><li>Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. </li></ul><ul><li>A friendly and supportive team </li></ul><ul><li>Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities </li></ul><ul><li>Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme </li></ul>Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. Direct applications only - we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 24/10/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Emma Gebbels | <a href="mailto:emma.gebbels@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">emma.gebbels@cgl.org.uk</a> | 07570950510 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

The vacancy Permanent Full time (37 hours per week) We are seeking a proactive and experienced individual with a strong background in housing management to deliver high-quality tenancy and neighbourhood services. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on making a difference in communities, with a particular focus on managing anti-social behaviour, tackling rent arrears, and supporting tenancy sustainment. This is a home-based role with regular customer visits in the Milton Keynes area and occasional attendance at our Head Office in Bedford Heights for team collaboration and meetings. What you will be doing: <ul> <li>Taking ownership of rent collection and arrears management, supporting tenants to sustain their tenancies and reduce debt.</li></ul><ul> <li>Managing ASB cases effectively and sensitively, ensuring swift resolution and safeguarding awareness.</li></ul><ul> <li>Collaborating with Complex Case Housing Officers to deliver a consistent and customer-focused service.</li></ul><ul> <li>Conducting regular estate inspections, monitoring estate services, and completing fire safety checks.</li></ul><ul> <li>Working closely with internal teams and external partners to provide a joined-up, holistic service to residents.</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensuring tenancies are managed in line with household circumstances, including referrals and signposting for additional support.</li></ul>We'd love to meet someone with: <ul> <li>Previous experience in housing or tenancy management, ideally within a social housing setting.</li></ul><ul> <li>A strong understanding of ASB legislation and best practice in case handling.</li></ul><ul> <li>Proven ability to manage rent arrears and support financial wellbeing.</li></ul><ul> <li>Excellent customer service skills with a resident-first approach.</li></ul><ul> <li>Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and influencing skills.</li></ul><ul> <li>Effective communication, time management, and organisational abilities.</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul>Amongst what we offer you is: <ul> <li>A competitive salary of £33,500 including car allowance</li></ul><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 a wide range 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>Please note: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Basic DBS application. We reserve the right to close this recruitment early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early submission is encouraged. 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

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

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