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

Housing Advisor

The Role: Housing Support Assistants provide a welcoming, initial interface as the first point of contact for all housing enquiries from a broad range of stakeholders, including University staff, students, visiting scholars and private sector landlords. With a sound understanding of the leasing process and tenancy management, they will provide supporting information and advice as required, supporting prospective University tenants through the application process and making the customer journey as simple and effective as possible. This role will represent both Housing Services and key responsibilities include; providing prompt, professional and informative responses to all enquiries; identifying housing options and signposting customers to both internal and external solutions as appropriate; confirming the eligibility of customers for University housing and advising on the application process; supporting the advertising and marketing of all University housing, as well as handling enquiries for the private sector and Colleges. About you: In order to succeed in this role, you will join us with <ul> <li>Demonstrable experience in a customer facing role, used to managing a broad range of enquiries and operating in a customer focussed, reception environment.</li> <li>An ability to rapidly assimilate information and processes in respect to the University, the Cambridge property market, and Housing Services processes.</li> <li>An understanding of UK tenancy management processes and procedures, including a basic understanding of Housing Legislation.</li> <li>Clear, confident and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.</li> <li>An ability to identify specific Housing issues and needs and deliver tailored solutions accordingly.</li> <li>Competent in the use of Microsoft and database packages, including tenancy management software systems.</li> </ul>Benefits of working at the University of Cambridge include: <ul> <li>Competitive rates of pay with automatic service related pay progression and annual cost of living increases;</li> <li>Generous annual leave allowance</li> <li>Flexible working opportunities;</li> <li>Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family friendly schemes (e.g. workplace nurseries)</li> <li>An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution;</li> <li>Travel benefits and retail discounts at over 2,000 local and national stores;</li> <li>Schemes to support with relocation</li> </ul>Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please email Estates Division on <a href="mailto:EDR@admin.cam.ac.uk" target="_blank">EDR@admin.cam.ac.uk</a> Please quote reference BA45729 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Further information <ul> <li> Further Information - Housing Support Assistant </li></ul><a href="https://hrsystems.admin.cam.ac.uk/recruit-ui/apply/BA45729" target="_blank"></a>

Housing Support Assistant x2

About The Role Contract Dates - 01/07/2025 - 16/08/2025 OR 01/07/2025 - 02/08/2025 The Role SBC Accommodation Officers play a key role in delivering an exceptional student experience during their Summer School course. They work closely with College Mentors to provide high-quality pastoral care and supervision, acting as a trusted point of contact and support for students within their accommodation blocks. Accommodation Officers are responsible for promoting and upholding the positive behaviours we expect from all students, fostering a safe and respectful living environment. Highly attentive and well-organized, Accommodation Officers take a proactive approach to student supervision and effectively address any behavioural or welfare concerns. With students from a wide range of countries and cultures, it is essential that they build strong connections and create an inclusive atmosphere. By fostering a fun, welcoming, and vibrant environment within the Summer School accommodation, Accommodation Officers play a vital part in helping students feel comfortable, supported, and engaged throughout their stay. The Site SBC at Cambridge College replicates a city university model based at dedicated university student accommodation giving student a true taste of university living. Students on the college programme are 15-17 and the capacity is 100 students each week. For aspiring students seeking to combine subject-specific study with professional experiences; developing key skills to benefit future career prospects, located in the city of Cambridge. Appealing to ambitious students wishing to prepare for future success and to gain an the opportunity to spend the summer in the beautiful historic city of Cambridge. SBC Cambridge College students undertake academic courses, exploring their chosen subject through a series of engaging lectures, tutorials, and industry workshops. Their academic programme sits next to their social programme allowing them to explore Cambridge, take part in college events, wellbeing activities and the greatly enjoyed excursion to London. Ways we support our Accommodation Officers: <ul> <li>Fully paid DBS check</li> <li>Extensive, paid, on-site training prior to student arrival</li> <li>All meals and accommodation included</li> <li>CPD and Appraisals</li> <li>Staff Wellbeing Initiative</li> <li>Access to Employee Assist Programme (EAP)</li> <li>Continual support for all staff from the Head Office Team, both on the ground and via phone/email</li> <li>Online safeguarding and prevent training</li> <li>Professional, fun and supportive environment</li></ul>Additional Role Specific Support Paid attendance of a certified First Aid Course Remuneration: Paid weekly, one week in arrears. The weekly rate received for Accommodation Officers is £620 PLUS any accrued holiday to be paid at the end of contract)* Food and accommodation are included for all residential SBC staff. Main Duties: <ul> <li>Hold responsibility for supervision and pastoral care of students at satellite accommodation blocks.</li> <li>Act as team lead within the accommodation block, providing support to the College Mentors and working closely with College Management to ensure that students are supervised and accounted for whilst in accommodation blocks.</li> <li>Communicate effectively with other Accommodation Officers, College Mentors and College Management in order to create an accurate and efficient account of student movement on site</li> <li>Supervise and support students who are unwell, ensuring that updates on their health are provided to management teams, and recorded in relevant logs</li> <li>Lead student meetings to ensure that students are aware of the programme and any changes between daily meetings</li> <li>Liaise with the accommodation management and cleaning staff to ensure that rooms are clean for student arrivals, and issues are reported quickly</li> <li>Ensure common spaces display key information, working closely with Social Programme team to ensure that information is effectively shared with students</li> <li>Provide daily handovers for morning staff and management detailing any behavioural or pastoral issues</li> <li>Promote and embody standards of behaviour that we would expect from our students at all times</li> <li>Create a welcoming and inclusive environment, in which all students can feel comfortable and cared for from the first point of contact</li> <li>Facilitate conversations and communication between students when needed, ensuring that students are creating bonds and friendships with others </li> <li>Proactively address student behavioural issues, providing appropriate intervention when necessary</li> <li>Remain professional and empathic while dealing with discipline and behaviour management in a positive and constructive manner</li> <li>Be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of students at SBC sites</li> <li>Attend daily staff meetings alongside College Mentors to update on pastoral issues</li> <li>Be responsible for attending to unwell students and chaperoning students on visits to the doctors when necessary </li> <li>Keep management teams informed, and keep records of incidents, sickness and medical issues</li> <li>Encourage good timekeeping to ensure that all students are in timetabled lessons</li> <li>Facilitate laundry operations within the College, assisting students using the weekly external laundry service</li> <li>Adhere to all Health and Safety measures (including COVID safety measures, risk assessments and other policies and procedures)</li> <li>Help with student transfers to and from the airport for any arrivals and departures</li> <li>Be on overnight duty 22:00 - 07:30 up to 6 times per week</li></ul>Safeguarding Duties: <ul> <li>Be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of students in your care</li> <li>Complete online safeguarding training and attend on-site safeguarding training during induction week</li> <li>To read and understand SBC's Safeguarding Policy, Staff Handbook, Operations Policy Handbook and Part 1 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (including annexes A &amp; B)</li> <li>To be alert to the signs of abuse and neglect, and report any concerns to the DSO immediately (including low level concerns)</li> <li>To know what to do if a student tells a member of staff they are being abused, exploited or neglected</li> <li>To help students understand how to keep themselves safe and manage risk; earning their trust while maintaining professional boundaries</li></ul>Please see the attached Job description for a more complete list of the duties associated with the Accommodation Officer role. About You SBC PERSON SPECIFICATION All members of staff employed by SBC will be expected to bring certain key qualities to the operation. There must be a professional interest in working with young people and particularly international children. Safety and welfare of the students is of paramount importance at SBC and a practical enforcing of this belief should be a quality exhibited by all staff. We look for staff who are: <ul> <li>Approachable &amp; empathic to the needs of students </li> <li>Enthusiastic &amp; engaging </li> <li>Diplomatic, responsible &amp; motivated </li> <li>Flexible within the summer school environment</li></ul>We expect all SBC staff to be able to communicate effectively with our students, using an appropriate level of language to suit the group. SBC staff must demonstrate patience, empathy and an emotional awareness towards students both individually and in within a group setting. We expect all staff to take control of students and to manage discipline and behavioural issues in a firm, positive and constructive manner. Essential <ul> <li>Experience in leading or coaching groups of children in a professional capacity</li> <li>Residential Experience with young people or children</li> <li>Experience of, and genuine enjoyment of working with children</li> <li>Strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, flexibility</li> <li>Ability to take control of and lead a group of children on activities and during excursions</li></ul>Desirable <ul> <li>Qualifications and experience in leading young people in either tennis, dance, performing arts, music or arts &amp; crafts</li> <li>First Aid/Lifeguard qualification</li> <li>Experience and qualifications in coaching other sport</li> <li>Experience of residential international boarding</li></ul>About Us Founded in 2008, Summer Boarding Courses have united students from around the world through education. Delivering award-winning, future-focused courses that strike the perfect balance between academic and social enrichment. Our courses unlock potential and ignite a spark for long-term success. Our residential summer courses take place at some of the UK's top boarding schools and university college campuses, including Eton College, Oxford University Colleges and Headington School. We carefully select our campuses to ensure that they provide the perfect environment for our students to live and study. Over 15,800 students from 152 nationalities have been welcomed to study with us to date. Whether it's preparing for future studies, developing 21st-century skills or building confidence, the knowledge gained on an SBC course allows students to go forward and apply what they have learnt to other areas of their education and beyond; giving them the necessary skills to achieve their future goals. The EL Gazette publishes a league table based on British Council inspections, and SBC have been ranked Number 1 from 2018 to 2023. We are very proud of this achievement and will continue to grow and develop our courses to offer students extraordinary experiences. SBC is the only multi-campus summer school provider in the UK to have achieved a perfect 15/15 areas of strength by the British Council. A true hallmark of educational quality. TO APPLY We want to make sure we do all we can to set candidates up for success in this process. If you require any adjustments to help you at interview and/or you have any questions at all, please contact us at: [email protected] Please note, as this post involves direct contact with vulnerable children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. SHOULD YOU BE SUCCESSFUL <ul> <li>Any gaps in your CV will be enquired about and must be explained satisfactorily</li> <li>You will have to prove your Right to Work in the UK</li> <li>You will provide the details of two recent and relevant referees who we will contact and specifically ask about your suitability to work with children and any concerns.</li> <li>You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), and equivalent if you live, or have lived, outside of the UK</li> <li>You will be asked to state that you have no known reason why you cannot work with children</li> <li>Official identification and certificates will be required for our records</li></ul>Please be aware that SBC may conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of our legal duty to meet out safeguarding duties. SBC SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Summer Boarding Courses is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have a comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and procedures in place which all employees, volunteers and contractors are expected to adhere to. SBC EQUALITY, DIVERSITY &amp; INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT We operate a policy of equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.

Accommodation Officer

The vacancy Permanent Full time (30 hours) Are you an enthusiastic and driven individual with a proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service in a supported housing environment? Do you possess a strong commitment to empowering individuals to lead independent lives within their communities? If you answered yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you! This role is pivotal in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for our residents. Working 30 hours per week, we offer flexible arrangements from Monday to Friday. A full driving license and access to your own vehicle is essential for this position. What You Will Be Doing: <ul> <li>Lead the effective housing management of two Independent Living Schemes, ensuring a high standard of service delivery.</li></ul><ul> <li>Provide floating support to the Independent Living Service as and when required</li></ul><ul> <li>Conduct assessments to understand the housing and support needs of prospective and current customers, enabling successful tenancy sustainment.</li></ul><ul> <li>Manage scheme budgets and develop actionable plans to meet service objectives.</li></ul><ul> <li>Collaborate with external agencies to enhance the support provided to our customers.</li></ul><ul> <li>Address housing-related issues including rent arrears, antisocial behaviour, safeguarding, and maintenance.</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and oversee facility maintenance.</li></ul>We'd Love to Meet Someone With: <ul> <li>A genuine passion for supporting others, demonstrating empathy and compassion.</li></ul><ul> <li>Knowledge and understanding of housing management and tenancy issues (training provided for outstanding candidates without specific experience).</li></ul><ul> <li>Familiarity with professional boundaries, safeguarding principles, and managing antisocial behaviour.</li></ul><ul> <li>Strong experience in providing person-centred support, particularly for individuals with complex needs.</li></ul><ul> <li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong IT literacy.</li></ul><ul> <li>Confidence to work independently, with effective risk assessment and support planning capabilities.</li></ul><ul> <li>Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage a busy and diverse workload.</li></ul>What We Offer You: <ul> <li>A competitive salary of £30,500 per annum (pro rata)</li></ul><ul> <li>28 days of holiday PLUS Bank Holidays.</li></ul><ul> <li>A generous contributory pension scheme.</li></ul><ul> <li>Private health care and free life assurance.</li></ul><ul> <li>Access to a comprehensive suite of wellbeing services and tools, including a digital gym.</li></ul><ul> <li>Opportunities for professional development and learning.</li></ul><ul> <li>Discounted gym membership and retail discount scheme.</li></ul>Please note, the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS application. Closing date: 26th April 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if we receive a suitable number of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 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>

Independent Living Scheme Manager

Homeless Hostel Coordinator (Specialist Project Worker) Maple Court, Waddelow Road, Waterbeach, Cambridge, CB25 9GF £13.95 per hour 37.5 hours per week Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Specialist Project Worker at our Homelessness Service at Maple Court, Cambridge. 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 youin reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits. The role of Specialist Project Worker will include: <ul> <li>Providing support to encourage our customers who have faced homelessness to maximise their own potential and independence</li> <li>Ensuring the smooth running of the service, promoting the service effectively to others</li> <li>Working closely with staff and customers to deliver a high quality, intensive support service</li> <li>Managing a team of Project Workers</li> <li>Recruiting, developing, and training staff within appropriate legislative or NVQ frameworks and devising effective and well-run staff rotas</li> <li>Overseeing and monitoring the quality of risk tools, assessments, and personalised support plans</li> <li>Liaising with staff to ensure positive outcomes, with a focus on maintaining tenancies and move on objectives</li> <li>Promoting safe working practices by undertaking risk assessments to support, reduce or eliminate risks</li> <li>Completing and monitoring health and safety checks within the service</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul> <li>NVQ3 in Health &amp; Social Care, or willing to work towards</li> <li>Proven experience of working with a similar customer group is essential</li> <li>Previous housing related support is desirable Sound knowledge of housing management including rents, tenancies and health and safety</li> <li>Good understanding of occupancy agreements</li> <li>The ability to work on your own initiative and to react effectively under pressure</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)</li> <li>A pension scheme with employer contribution </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: 223929 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.

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