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Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?&nbsp; Are you looking for a new role in a dynamic housing organisation, where you are empowered to shape your own patch and bring ideas to life. At Black Country Housing Group our values are not just a set of words but are at the heart of the way our organisation works and how our colleagues interact in their day-to-day activities. If you share this ethos, you will thrive at BCHG. Learn more about who we are and what we do at&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.bchg.co.uk/" target="_blank">Careers | Black Country Housing Group</a>We have a fantastic opportunity for a generic Housing Officer(known internally as Customer Relations Manager/CRM)&nbsp;to join us on a full time, permanent&nbsp;contract in return for a competitive salary of £38,364.73 per annum.Background to Post:&nbsp;We are looking for someone who genuinely cares about people and communities and has a passion supporting others, solving problems and delivery excellent customer services.&nbsp; We are looking for someone who has good knowledge and skills of working in housing management that is able to hit the ground running, you will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a similar role in the housing sector. You will need a full UK driving license and your own vehicle&nbsp;as 80% of the week will be spent out on our estates completing home visits (annual property visit, rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, estate inspections). Mileage allowance can be claimed for any travel when visiting our customers.*Standard DBS Check RequiredSpecific tasks of the role include, but are not limited to:&nbsp;<ul><li>To provide comprehensive housing management services within a defined geographical area of approx. 255 units.&nbsp; This will include but not limited to:</li><li>Management of rent and service charge payments and arrears</li><li>Management of voids &amp; lettings to achieve void turnaround</li><li>Tenancy management including nuisance &amp; anti-social</li><li>To resolve queries and complaints from residents in a timely and responsive manner</li><li>To offer advice and support to any customer to help sustain their tenancy</li><li>To promote and support resident engagement activities</li><li>To develop neighbourhood plans and build local partnerships</li><li>To meet with all residents in the area at least twice per year including shared ownership customers.</li><li>To market homes within their area ensuring a waiting list is maintained for all properties</li><li>To offer advice and support to all residents to assist them in meeting their obligations to pay their rents and service charges on time.</li><li>To resolve queries and complaints from residents in a timely and responsive manner</li><li>To resolve resident queries with regard to repairs and maintenance ensuring that contractors meet the needs of residents and their contractual responsibilities</li></ul>Skills and Experience required:<ul><li>Must have housing experience of tenant and social housing</li><li>Knowledge of best practice in one of estate management, income management or tenant support</li><li>Knowledge of housing law and awareness of current housing issues</li><li>Seeks ways to bring improvements in the way that work is done</li><li>Communicates effectively, listens sensitively, adapts to audience and fosters effective communication with others</li><li>The post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and a six-month probation period</li><li>Customer Services or Housing Qualification required</li></ul>Why Join Us?&nbsp;At BCHG, we’re more than just a housing provider. We are a team that cares deeply about the people we serve and the colleagues we work with.28&nbsp;Days Annual leave per year (pro rata), plus bank holiday entitlements – so you can have a well-earned restHybrid Working Opportunities - helping you to work in the most effective way for youStaff recognition scheme – because hard work doesn’t go unnoticed100% Annual Attendance Reward – to reward you for being there for our customersAnnual Pay Review – ensuring your pay reflects what’s happening in the marketAccess to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential support in health, wellbeing, financial and legal matters – because sometimes, we all need a helping handLife assurance – In case the worst should happenA broad learning and development programme – to help you be the best that you can beAccess to an attractive contributory pension scheme – giving you peace of mind about life after work.About us:With over 2,200 homes across the Black Country and Birmingham, as well as a purpose-built Residential Care Home, we are deeply committed to supporting our local communities. Through our career development, training, and employment services, we help individuals achieve their aspirations.Since our founding in 1974, we’ve significantly expanded both the number of homes we manage and the range of housing-related services we provide. Each year, we positively impact the lives of thousands of customers.At Black Country Housing Group, our values are more than just words—they shape the way we operate and how our colleagues interact daily. We’re dedicated to the growth and well-being of our team, earning Gold recognition from Investors in People. We are also honoured to have received the Gold Award from the Armed Forces Covenant for our ongoing support of veterans and their families.As a Disability Confident Employer, we continuously strive to create a more inclusive workplace. We are proud to promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those of different ages, disabilities, genders, sexual orientations, races, religions, and marital statuses. Reasonable adjustments will be made available if required during the interview process. &nbsp;If this sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to join our friendly and dedicated team at BCHG!Closing Date: 7th November 2025Interview dates – Week commencing 17th November 2025*Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than the stated closing date where we receive a high volume of applications.&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy, or require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please get in touch with our HR team via <a href="mailto:HR.BusinessSupport@bchg.co.uk" target="_blank">HR.BusinessSupport@bchg.co.uk</a> who will be happy to assist.&nbsp;

Customer Relations Manager

This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.It’s an exciting time to be joining the Housing Development team at Stoke-on-Trent City Council. The City is in its Centenary Year and we are delighted to be able to announce our Future 100 Prospectus (City Prospectus: Future 100 | City Prospectus | Stoke-on-Trent), with an initial focus up to 2030.&nbsp; There are some pioneering projects planned across the City and Housing plays a key part in that.The Housing Development team is working with Homes England and other partners on an ambitious Housing Delivery Pipeline of almost 5,000 new homes across 23 sites and we are looking to develop an affordable housing pipeline to deliver an additional 200 new affordable homes over the next 5 years.Stoke has some challenging and complex sites, but if you have the determination and drive to tackle these sites to accelerate housing delivery, regenerate places and turn them into thriving communities, we want to hear from you.&nbsp;Stoke-on-Trent City Council also has its own 100%-owned housing company, Fortier Homes, which is going from strength to strength and is about to enter an exciting new stage of development, which you could be a part of.As a Development Lead, you will manage a small team to oversee the design, development and delivery of major housing projects that forms a part of the Pipeline.You will be a Housing Development Professional, qualified to Degree Level in a relevant discipline, such as Housing Development, Housing Management, Regeneration, Town Planning,&nbsp; or Project Management. You will have significant housing development experience, gained in a Local Authority, Registered Provider, or private housebuilder environment.The established Housing Development team is small, but growing, so if you would like an informal discussion about being part of the team’s future success, please call our Head of Housing Development, Chris Morgan, on 07541 693627. We look forward to hearing from you.Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority.&nbsp; If this happens you will be advised accordingly.Equality, Diversity and InclusionAt Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.To ApplyTo apply, please click on the apply button.If you have any queries or want an application form in another format, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@stoke.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@stoke.gov.uk</a> or call us on 01782 238189.In order to apply for this vacancy, you must be able to supply the required answers to the following question: Do you have the Right to Work in the UK?Closing date: 18 November 2025.

Development Lead x2

The vacancy An opportunity has arisen within the Independent Living Team for the right individual to manage a sheltered scheme in Market Drayton. We are seeking someone who is experienced, highly motivated, who has excellent communication skills and is a real people person. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting residents with support needs, the housing management of the scheme as well as promoting and maximising the use of the communal facilities. Shortlisting date: 10 November 2025 Interview date: 14 November 2025 This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. About Connexus Connexus is a rural housing association with its heritage in Shropshire and Herefordshire, providing good quality, affordable and safe homes that customers are proud to live in. We create inclusive neighbourhoods, sustainable rural communities, and provide services that support our customers to build a life in their home. The work our teams do is varied, and no two days are the same. You'll be joining a team which provides a wide range of excellent support services including independent living for older people, providing specialist accommodation and services for younger people, and managing a refuge and other safe accommodation for those fleeing domestic abuse. Our teams also provide supported temporary accommodation for those aged 18-55 who have complex needs. Some roles involve providing help locally in the community, supporting and offering specialist advice and working with our partners to prevent homelessness. We provide an excellent offer for colleagues which includes flexible working options combined with some fantastic benefits. We're here to support colleagues at every step of the way with training and development opportunities, helping you make the most of your career. If you want to work with like-minded people and would like to make a difference to the lives of our customers, Connexus could be the right fit for you. Connexus is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce, this is because we really understand the importance of different voices, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds within our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. Life at Connexus Connexus is a community focused rural housing group with over 10,500 homes across Shropshire and Herefordshire. Our people are passionate about the services we provide and we will invest in them and empower them to provide a great service to all of our customers. Our clear focus is excellent service delivery. Some of the benefits Up to 30 days annual leave &amp; Bank Holidays Continual learning and development opportunities Generous pension scheme Westfield Health healthcare plan Continual learning and development opportunities Paid sickness leave (upon successful completion of probationary period) Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay We're rooting for you Interviewing isn't easy and believe us when we say "we're rooting for you"; we want everyone to be able to do their best. We know it can be daunting to put yourself out there and sometimes the unknown interview processes make things even scarier! So, we thought we'd help by sharing a little about what you can expect from us in terms of our approach to recruitment. We're rooting for you

Independent Living Co-Ordinator

Job Description Assistant Housing Officer Permanent Grade 3 - £27,254 - £33,699 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.5 hours per week Location: Hybrid working - 3 days per week based at 150 - 152 Kings Road Tyesley B11 2AP, with two days per week working from home An opportunity has arisen for a dedicated professional to join our Voids and Lettings team. This role is ideal for someone with a proven track record in delivering high-quality, customer-focused services that ensure a seamless transition for our residents. You'll be at the heart of our resident journey-conducting take-to-view appointments, managing move-out visits, and resolving utility meter issues with preferred energy providers. You'll prepare tenancy support service plans, upload required documentation, and maintain accurate records on our computer systems daily. Your role will also involve handling emails and customer queries with professionalism, taking ownership from start to finish to ensure positive outcomes. We're seeking someone with excellent communication skills, a strong grasp of BCC policies and procedures related to voids and lettings, and a sharp focus on performance. You'll need to manage time effectively, juggle competing priorities with ease, and demonstrate confident problem-solving abilities. Your commitment to delivering results and resolving issues swiftly will help us maintain high standards and improve turnaround times. This role involves independent working and requires adherence to Birmingham City Council's health and safety policies, including regular system checks. You'll collaborate across multiple departments, teams, and external agencies to ensure a joined-up approach to service delivery. We're looking for someone who is IT literate, holds a full driving licence, and has access to a vehicle. A car allowance will be paid in line with BCC's mileage policy. You'll need to demonstrate resilience, sound decision-making under pressure, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. As a performance-driven role, you'll be expected to meet key KPIs and contribute to reducing void and rent loss by letting properties quickly and efficiently. Flexibility is essential, as you'll be required to cover emergencies, sickness, and annual leave, and work city-wide to provide wraparound support. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, solution-focused, and committed to making a difference for our citizens. If you have a can-do attitude and enjoy working under pressure, we'd love to hear from you. Please upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact: <a href="mailto:resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk</a> - quoting CH 3453 We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Job Description and Person Specification We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration. About Us We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

Assistant Housing Officer

Overview Believe in People? The best people have one thing in common. They care. At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options. Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold, our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest. Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our Stourbridge service. If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant team. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator to join our team 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. Location: Stourbridge Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience, (based on full time working hours, pro rata for part time hours) Contract: Permanent * 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>Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.</li><li>Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by substance use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.</li><li>Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.</li><li>Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.</li><li>Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.</li><li>Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.</li><li>Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.</li></ul>About You: <ul><li>Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by substance use.</li><li>Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.</li><li>Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.</li><li>Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.</li><li>Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.</li><li>Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.</li></ul>What We Offer: <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><li>A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Participation in a contributory pension scheme.</li><li>A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A warm and supportive team environment.</li><li>Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme.</li></ul>Please reflect the attached Job Description and Person Specifications in your application. 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. If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you. 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 7/11/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Donna Homer | <a href="mailto:Donna.homer@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">Donna.homer@cgl.org.uk</a> | 01384426120 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

The role You'll provide support and advice to young people who have experienced homelessness and other forms of social exclusion. You'll work with the team to manage the day-to-day running of the young person's 24/7 supported accommodation scheme and be the first point of contact for customers and visitors. Job requirements <ul> <li>Support customers to move into the service, completing detailed and thorough sign-ups to make sure young people know the rights and responsibilities of themselves and Concrete.</li> <li>Cover all reception tasks including the phone, post and reception enquiries.</li> <li>Support customers to manage their rent and service charge payments, including benefit claims where necessary.</li> <li>Maintain the safety and security of young people and the building by supervising the entrance and exit of the building, and undertaking regular health and safety checks.</li> <li>Arrange appointments for customers, for example with their GP or DWP and accompany them where appropriate. Provide advice to them on housing, health, welfare benefit claims and other issues as necessary.</li> <li>Work with the local community and respond to neighbourhood concerns or queries when needed.</li> <li>Support the service's income through the minimisation of void loss and arrears by reporting, monitoring and following up on maintenance jobs until completion. You'll also support with preparing void rooms for re-let and make sure the service is kept clean and tidy.</li> <li>Maintain a high standard of records, keeping all financial and admin systems up to date.</li></ul>What we're looking for <ul> <li>Educated to GCSE Level or with a good level of maths and English.</li> <li>Some experience dealing directly with the public and/or clients or customers in a busy service environment.</li> <li>Experience dealing with complex and difficult behaviours in relation to young people facing multiple disadvantages or the willingness to develop these skills.</li> <li>Great communication and administrative skills. </li> <li>Someone with a genuine understanding and compassion for people without a home, who won't judge but instead will empower customers and give them a voice.</li> <li>Someone who is flexible and adaptable, able to work to a rota that includes early mornings, afternoons and evenings.</li> <li>DBS check.</li> <li>Someone with a full UK driving license who can use their own vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>Help us give those without a plan, voice or home to build concrete futures by tackling the issues that keep people from finding their own home. Apply now! Please note - we will be interviewing as we go along, so the vacancy may close early if we find the right person. #Stoke #StokeonTrent #HousingSupportCoach #YoungPeople #Homelessness #FullTime #GreatBenefits #JobsThatGiveBack #ComplexNeeds #HousingCrisis Who we are We're part of Honeycomb Group, a team of social-minded brands championing happy homes in our region by providing services and support that help people across Staffordshire and its surrounding areas feel secure, connected and confident. Homelessness isn't a choice. It can happen to anyone. Concrete is a local charity, support network and campaigner leading the fight to erase homelessness within Staffordshire and its surrounding areas. Through a community-led approach, Concrete helps those without a plan, without a voice and without a home build concrete futures by tackling the underlying issues that keep people from finding and securing a home of their own. Join us on our fight to make homelessness history across Staffordshire and everywhere. Why choose us No matter what brand you're working with across the Honeycomb Group, you can trust us to look after you. Creating a happy home doesn't just apply to our customers, it applies to our staff too. That's why we offer: A range of discounts at many high-street retailers and well-known brands. Discounted gym membership at our head office and access to our cycle to work scheme - save money on bikes and equipment. We offer flexible working, to help you manage your work-life balance. Annual leave purchase scheme with two chances to join and boost your annual leave- you will also be entitled to time off for public holidays or paid days to take flexibly. We also give all staff 'My Day'. Whether it's celebrating a birthday, spending time with family or just taking a day off to relax. You can use your My Day for anything that really matters to you. A commitment to your learning and development with a great onboarding experience, external events, conferences, coaching, training courses and support with professional qualifications. Keep fit and save money with our cycle to work scheme. Purchase bikes and equipment through your salary and save on tax and national insurance contributions. Our Employee Assistance Programme gives you free access to 24-hour phone counselling support, health advice and legal advice, 365 days a year and face-to-face counselling options. Occupational Health services. Access to a range of services, including free eye tests and flu vaccinations. We never shut the door At Honeycomb Group we know that a Group full of people from diverse backgrounds and communities makes us better at what we do. This means building a more inclusive and diverse workplace and promoting equality for all regardless of what you look like, where you come from and who you love. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or belief.

Housing Support Coach - Young People Homelessness

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. We're looking for Drug &amp; Alcohol Workers to join our busy and vibrant East Birmingham Team based at 111 Church Lane, Stechford, Birmingham, B33 9EJ. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. Where: East Birmingham Team based at 111 Church Lane, Stechford, Birmingham, B33 9EJ. Hours: 37.5 hours per week Full Time Salary: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience, pro rata for part time hours * 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><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral</li><li>Facilitating group sessions </li><li>Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community</li><li>Promoting carer, service user and community involvement</li><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services</li><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><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 will give to you: <ul><li>25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years' service "Capped at 30 days"</li><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.</li><li>A friendly and supportive team</li><li>Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities</li><li>Refer a friend scheme and receive £250 in vouchers if candidate is successful</li></ul>If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you. 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 20/11/2025 Closing Date 13/11/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Manjit Malhi | <a href="mailto:manjit.malhi@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">manjit.malhi@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Housing Support Assistant To cover all Birmingham Intensive Housing Management Schemes (Base location is Birmingham) £13.34 per hour 37.5 hours per week and 22.5 hours per week available Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Housing Support Assistant across the Birmingham area. At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible. We're a national organisation, but we're not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We're committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence. No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day. And working with us isn't just another job. It's rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Plus, we'll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits. The role of Housing Support Assistant will include: <ul><li>Providing onsite management and supervision of the supported housing service ensuring the delivery of an effective, enhanced, housing management service</li></ul><ul><li>Assisting with tenancy and voids management and maintaining occupancy levels</li><li>Supporting and promoting compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures</li><li>Building and maintaining relationships with customers and internal and external key stakeholders</li><li>Managing the procurement and availability of supplies, furniture, and equipment</li><li>Recording and updating relevant data, maintaining effective filing systems</li><li>Contributing to special projects and change programmes as appropriate</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul><li>Previous experience delivering tenancy services</li><li>Experience working to deadlines and prioritising workload</li><li>Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office packages</li><li>Literacy and numeracy to the equivalent of Grade C English and Maths GCSE</li><li>NVQ2 or equivalent in relevant area</li><li>Ability to extract and interrogate data</li><li>Some experience in the use of housing management systems or similar is desirable</li></ul><ul><li>This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence. </li></ul>Are you ready to be your best? Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you: <ul><li>At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays) pro rata</li><li>A pension scheme with employer contributions</li><li>A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers</li><li>Health and well-being plans</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working</li><li>Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>A wide range of learning and development opportunities</li></ul>Job reference: 226437 We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application. We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early. Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

Housing Support Assistant

Hours: Part time, 18.5 hours per week We are looking for an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families in Solihull. About the Role We really value the role that Independent Reviewing Officer's play here in Solihull, so we are looking for the best people for this important job. Your main focus will be to assure the quality of care planning and review for every child - making sure his or her wishes and feelings are fully considered. Our Children told us that their number one criteria is someone who listens to what they have to say, and makes sure that reviews are focused on them, in a way that best works for them.Our Children also want someone who invests in a relationship with them; someone who really cares and explains why decisions are made. They want you to make sure their plans are followed through in the time that's set and that you make sure they understand their plans. As part of a team of Independent Reviewing Officers, you will share responsibilities for chairing Child Protection Conferences, carrying out Statutory Reviews of children who are Looked After and managing MAACE proceedings. Our managers will value your ability to contribute significantly to quality assurance measures.We will look to you to promote service improvements and you will have a crucial role in ensuring that practice standards are maintained for children and young people. About You To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to demonstrate: <ul><li>A professional Social Work qualification, post qualifying training in child protection</li><li>and registration with Social Work England.</li><li>At least 5 years post-qualifying experience (statutory requirement) of working in a Social Care setting, including working with children who are looked after, the subject of child protection plans and MAACE proceedings.</li><li>A sound knowledge and understanding of relevant childcare legislation, statutory guidance, and 'the IRO handbook'</li><li>Experience of working collaboratively with other services</li><li>Experience of chairing multi-agency meetings.</li></ul>In return, you will be part of a team where your contribution will be really valued, and where you have the opportunity to shape and improve services. We also offer: <ul><li> Competitive Salaries </li><li> Local government pension - 6.8% (subject to annual review/change) section contribution.</li><li> Generous annual leave - 25 days rising to 30 days after five years service and the opportunity to buy up to 10 days additional leave per year (pro rata). </li><li> Flexible working - including hybrid working. </li><li> Professional development - High quality year-round training and coaching and in house academic programs (Practice Education Award) via our Children's Social Care Academy (in partnership with Bournemouth University) </li><li> Clear career pathways through to Senior Social Worker, specialist roles and leadership and management. </li><li> Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access to independent, free and confidential support and advice</li><li> Family and carer friendly policies </li><li> Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme </li></ul> Contact Us For more information, or to apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Naseema Ahmad, Operations Manager (Safeguards &amp; Quality Assurance) on 07796 996192 or email <a href="mailto:Naseema.ahmad@solihull.gov.uk" target="_blank">Naseema.ahmad@solihull.gov.uk</a> Closing date: 9 November 2025 The closing date for applications for redeployees is 22 October 2025. Interviews will be held on 19 and 20 November 2025. About Us Here in Solihull, we place children and young people at the heart of all we do to enable them to achieve their potential and lead fulfilling lives. We are ambitious in building a stronger Solihull for our children, families and workforce in Solihull. Connecting Families is Solihull Children's Services' practice framework. At its core, Connecting Families demonstrates the beliefs, values and principles of restorative practice and gives us a consistent relationship-based way of practicing to improve outcomes for children, young people and their families. We believe that families and their connected networks are of primary importance in improving outcomes for children.Children and their family networks are experts in their own lives; they have strengths which they should be empowered to build and draw on through effective family decision making. Further Information This post will require an enhanced DBS check. This is an essential car user post as the demands of the job make it operationally essential and there is a contractual requirement to make a suitable vehicle available to ensure the requirements of the job can be carried out effectively. Applicants must be able to drive, have a driving licence and be a car owner, however for disabled applicants, reasonable adjustments will be made where required. This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Attached documents Job Description &amp; Person Specification

Independent Reviewing Officer

Job Title: Housing First (Homeless) Support Worker Job Location: Walsall- clients are based in and around Walsall Salary: £13.45ph Contract type: Fixed Term until 31/03/2026 Working hours: 37 hours per week Monday to Friday About the role When you see someone sleeping rough because they do not have a place to call home, how does it make you feel? Does it make you stop and think "I wish I could help" if so, this opportunity might be perfect for you. As a Support Worker you will provide person centred support to our service users to help them to retain their tenancy in line with the principles of the Housing First model. You will manage a caseload of up to 7 individuals who are likely to have a diverse range of support needs such as alcohol and substance abuse, mental health and physical disabilities. Your day might be spent accompanying someone to attend appointments, carrying out well-being checks or liaising with other agencies to facilitate access to support. Doing out reach work to homeless people in the street and attending check ups by visiting clients properties. Please note that if you are successful in this role, we will require a DBS check to be completed. Further details will be sent following offer. About you Ideally, you will have experience in housing, social care, benefits system, working with homeless, criminal justice or a related field and knowledge of Housing First principles and philosophy. Experience of working with drug abuse, mental health and physical disabilities Understand the importance of treating individuals with respect and be non-judgmental. Be open and honest. Can do attitude. A Driving Licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role as you will be required to travel and work across all sites within the service delivery area. About us We are GSA, we provide affordable homes and services that create a foundation from which people in our communities can thrive. We own and manage 25,000 homes in diverse communities across the West Midlands and Southwest. Everyone deserves a home, it`s a place from which we build our future, we thrive at home. We are proud to play an active role in dealing with the consequences of the housing crisis, by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. Often a home is all someone needs, but when our customers need more, we offer a range of services, including care, money advice and coaching to support them. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: <ul><li>We believe our customer is everything</li><li>We are one team</li><li>We are supportive and caring</li><li>We are business-minded for social purpose</li><li>We are curious and ambitious.</li></ul>You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes. -Trust based flexible working and supportive and friendly teams -25 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days -One day off for your birthday -Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave -A defined contribution pension scheme GSA matches up to 6% contributions -We offer a service which provides 24/7 online GP appointments, second medical opinions, health checks, mental health support, 24/7 medical health helpline, wellbeing app, nutrition advice and fitness plans and legal and financial support. -Access to Blue Light discount card membership -Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). -Cycle to work Scheme -Eligible for occupational sick pay How to apply If this sounds like the exciting new challenge you`ve been waiting for, we`d love to hear from you. All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the `essential eligibility criteria` for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.

Housing First (Homeless) Support Worker

Job Title: Planned Investment Surveyor Job Location: Birmingham Salary: £43,000pa Contract type: Permanent Working hours: 37 hours per week Are you a driven, technically skilled surveyor with a passion for delivering high-quality investment works that directly improve homes and communities? We have an exciting opportunity for a Planned Investment Surveyor to join our Asset Management team and play a key role in delivering our capital investment programmes across our housing portfolio. About the Role As a Planned Investment Surveyor, you`ll be responsible for managing and delivering planned investment and capital works, ensuring projects meet technical standards, are delivered on time, within budget, and exceed customer expectations. You`ll work collaboratively across departments - including Project Delivery, Surveying, Fire Safety, Housing, Leasehold, and Responsive Repairs - providing technical leadership and ensuring health and safety compliance, legal standards, and KPIs are met. This is a pivotal role, focused on creating long-term value and maintaining a high level of resident satisfaction. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Deliver annual planned investment programmes including surveys, project management, contract administration and technical support.</li><li>Undertake pre, post and work-in-progress inspections, ensuring quality, compliance and value for money.</li><li>Provide expert guidance to contractors and internal teams on specifications, regulations, and performance standards.</li><li>Oversee and manage works to ensure compliance with CDM, HHSRS, Decent Homes Standards and Health &amp; Safety legislation.</li><li>Monitor budgets, manage costs, scrutinise invoices and identify cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring timely, high-quality delivery and communication.</li><li>Ensure data accuracy and usage of systems including housing management and mobile working platforms.</li><li>Support performance management processes through reporting, inspections and contractor oversight.</li></ul>About You We`re looking for someone with: <ul><li>Strong technical surveying knowledge, ideally with experience in planned investment or capital works.</li><li>Proven project management and contract administration skills.</li><li>A proactive approach to health and safety, including CDM, asbestos, and COSHH compliance.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.</li><li>Experience working with internal delivery teams, DLOs and external contractors.</li><li>The ability to manage multiple priorities and reallocate resources to meet targets.</li></ul>A relevant building, surveying, or construction qualification is desirable, along with knowledge of housing standards and regulatory frameworks. About us We are GSA, we provide affordable homes and services that create a foundation from which people in our communities can thrive. We own and manage 25,000 homes in diverse communities across the West Midlands and Southwest. Everyone deserves a home, it`s a place from which we build our future, we thrive at home. We are proud to play an active role in dealing with the consequences of the housing crisis, by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. Often a home is all someone needs, but when our customers need more, we offer a range of services, including care, money advice and coaching to support them. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: <ul><li>We believe our customer is everything</li><li>We are one team</li><li>We are supportive and caring</li><li>We are business-minded for social purpose</li><li>We are curious and ambitious.</li></ul>You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes. <ul><li>Trust based flexible working and supportive and friendly teams</li><li>25 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days</li><li>One day off for your birthday</li><li>Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave</li><li>A defined contribution pension scheme GSA matches up to 6% contributions</li><li>We offer a service which provides 24/7 online GP appointments, second medical opinions, health checks, mental health support, 24/7 medical health helpline, wellbeing app, nutrition advice and fitness plans and legal and financial support.</li><li>Access to Blue Light discount card membership</li><li>Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).</li><li>Cycle to work Scheme</li><li>Eligible for occupational sick pay</li></ul>How to apply If this sounds like the exciting new challenge you`ve been waiting for, we`d love to hear from you. Email your Cv to [email protected] or click apply now. All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the `essential eligibility criteria` for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.

Planned Investment Surveyor

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

Housing Officer - Lateral Move

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

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K per annum - Birmingham

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Birmingham Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, unlawful eviction, succession for tenants, neighbourhood problems, and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the appeal Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise caseworkers and trainees.</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> <li>Willingness to attend Housing Court Duty Scheme.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Strong career progression with support for legal awards and professional recognition</li> <li>Attractive salary package with supervision bonus</li> </ul>SALARY STRUCTURE - SOCIAL HOUSING SALARY (London) (Outside London) NQ + Supervision Bonus * £46,000 £44,500 1 Year PQE + Supervision Bonus * £48,000 £46,500 2 Years PQE + Supervision Bonus * £50,000 £48,000 3 Years Plus PQE + Supervision Bonus * £52,000 £50,500 Supervision Bonus up to * + up to £8,000 up to £7,400 * Terms and Conditions apply. Supervisor Bonus Per Annum:- Supervise 1 Paralegal £1,250 £1,150 Supervise 2 Paralegals £1,750 £1,600 Supervise 3 Paralegals £2,250 £2,100 Supervise 4 Paralegals £2,750 £2,550 Total £8,000 £7,400 The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

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