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Financial Inclusion Specialist Application Deadline: 11 January 2026 Department: Mental Health and Wellbeing Services Employment Type: Permanent Location: East Sussex - Lewes Compensation: GBP 27,942 / year Description Location: Lewes base with travel across East Sussex. Salary: GBP 24,921 calculated pro rata (full time salary GBP 27,942) + essential car user allowance GBP 892 calculate pro rata (full time car allowance GBP 1000), per year Hours: 33 per week What you'll be doing: Are you passionate about financial inclusion and mental health? Join our team as a Financial Inclusion Specialist and help people build financial stability and confidence as they move forward in their recovery journey. Part of Southdown's wider mental health services in East Sussex, you'll provide one-to-one support to clients experiencing mental health challenges, helping them navigate the benefits system, manage their money, and access the right support at the right time. You'll be a go-to expert on welfare benefits such as PIP, ESA, Jobseeker's Allowance, and Universal Credit, and work with clients to explore budgeting, maximise income, and reduce financial stress. This is a varied, client-facing role where no two days are the same. You'll assess new clients, support people in crisis, run money management workshops, and work closely with other services. You'll also help improve the service by sharing ideas and client feedback. We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience such as Welfare Rights Adviser, Benefits Adviser, Money and Debt Adviser, Financial Inclusion Officer, Support Worker, Housing Officer, or Mental Health Practitioner. Or you may be looking for a new challenge and believe you have the transferable skills to support people facing financial and mental health challenges. If you're passionate about helping others build stability and confidence, we'd love to hear from you. Perks and benefits: <ul><li>Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover.</li><li>Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.</li><li>Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets.</li><li>Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. </li><li>Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service.</li><li>25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Experience What you'll need for the role: <ul><li>Experience supporting people with mental health needs, including those in crisis or facing complex challenges</li><li>Strong working knowledge of UK benefits and welfare entitlements</li><li>Experience giving budgeting advice, completing benefit calculations, and challenging decisions</li><li>Confidence managing risk and co-creating safety plans</li><li>Strong communication and partnership skills</li><li>A standard DBS check (paid for by Southdown)</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle</li></ul>What would be nice: <ul><li>Familiarity with the principles of co-production and personalised care</li><li>Experience facilitating financial capability workshops or training sessions</li><li>Knowledge of employment and education pathways to help clients move forward</li></ul>Training:Our award-winning in-house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply:Please click on the 'Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. The application closing date is 11 January 2026. Interviews will be held by arrangement. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Financial Inclusion Specialist

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone are looking for Relief House Managers to join the team to cover ad hoc shifts at some of our development across Sussex and Kent. Hours: Flexible hours to be agreed with Operations Manager Hourly rate: £14.46 per hour Mileage will be paid. Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, medical screening, full induction and training, excellent career progression and in addition you will work in the most beautiful surroundings. About the Role of a Relief House Manager: We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. A House Manager is a diverse role encompassing front of house management, facilities, event coordination and customer service. Some of the Relief House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Helping Homeowners settle into their new home.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and welcome all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being available to all Homeowners to offer help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Promoting good communications between the Homeowners and their families, and our partners and suppliers who provide support and other services.</li> <li>Managing the development -, gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner such that a safe, secure, well maintained and pleasant environment is provided for our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with emergency situations as they arise in a professional way.</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>To be reliable and flexible to deal with out of hour's calls and emergencies on the development.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage.</li></ul>Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone is officially recognised as a 'Great Place to Work!' We celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

Relief House Manager

The role Southern Housing are looking for a dedicated individual to maintain community engagement partnerships and projects across Southern Housing communities across Shoreham and wider neighbourhoods, working collaboratively with our contractors, reporting to our Places and Community Partnerships Manager. In this position, you'll develop an understanding of community needs in Southern communities in the area, with a particular focus on cost of living challenges. With the aim build sustainable communities and support local initiatives, leaving behind a legacy of your work for the community. You can be based at our Hastings office, Muriel Matters House. Please note this is a fixed term contract until 31/03/2026 What you'll need <ul> <li>Knowledge and experience of the issues faced by communities and groups heavily impacted by cost of living</li> <li>Demonstrable experience of successful neighbourhood based community/regeneration work</li> <li>Experience of budget management</li> <li>Experience of working in partnership with external organisations</li> <li>Good written and oral communication skills</li> <li>Highly motivated with enthusiasm, flexible, self motivated and well organised</li></ul>In your supporting statement, it is important that you address how you meet the above criteria providing examples. Closing Date: 12th December 2025 at 23:59 (We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a suitable number of applications). Applying for roles with us About us At Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own!We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people's lives. A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too. What's in it for you Pension Life assurance Healthcare cash plan Eyecare &amp; dental Birthday leave Retailers discounts Cycle to work Buy &amp; sell annual leave Season ticket loan In-house academy &amp; career development Flexible working Inclusion &amp; Diversity We work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture and environment where people are respected for who they are. Encouraging inclusion is not just about protected characteristics, it's about celebrating differences of thought, opinion, experience and perspective of each individual. We're all different in our own way and we want our colleagues to feel comfortable, that they belong, and are safe to be themselves at work, without fear of being judged or excluded, but valued for their contribution to our One Team approach.

Community Engagement Officer

Job Description Do you want to use your interest and expertise in project management to support the delivery of essential services to East Sussex residents? If you are passionate about ensuring workplaces are comfortable and safe through maintaining and improving the built environment, this could the job for you! This role is within a busy vibrant team providing management of construction projects on ESCC corporate buildings to ensure that this stock of buildings are maintained to a high standard. The portfolio of buildings ranges from corporate office buildings, libraries, children &amp; Family centres and care homes to listed buildings and ancient monuments. We are looking for someone who has delivered construction projects of all sizes, enjoys working in a team environment , can carry out inspections against building maintenance related issues and wants to have a positive impact on the local environment. As a Building Maintenance Surveyor with East Sussex County Council, you will play a key role in maintaining our diverse property portfolio. You will be responsible for developing, managing, and delivering both planned and reactive maintenance projects, ensuring buildings operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with statutory requirements. This is a varied and rewarding role within our Property Maintenance team, contributing directly to the Council's commitment to providing safe, sustainable, and energy-efficient buildings. You will support carbon reduction initiatives, promote best practice, and help identify opportunities for innovation and improvement. Your work will make a tangible difference to the performance and reliability of essential services across East Sussex's corporate buildings. We are looking for candidates who can : <ul><li>Provide building maintenance services and deliver works and projects identified, including specifying and managing minor projects. Deliver a portfolio of projects.</li><li>Manage and monitor external consultants and contractors to ensure that all projects are designed, delivered, and controlled effectively at a consistently high level.</li><li>Deliver high quality technical advice and services. Use technical knowledge to audit or analyse situations and data to aid in ensuring regulatory or technical compliance of others.</li><li>Ensure that work and projects are delivered within agreed resources and assist with budget/resource management in accordance with council policies and procedures.</li></ul>Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. To apply for this role, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page. Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place in January 2026. If you are unavailable on the date of interview let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details. This role will allow you to develop your technical expertise and gain experience in assessing building fabric and general maintenance issues, specifying &amp; overseeing construction works, and providing technical advice to colleagues, contractors, and clients. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page. Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training. For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Chris Dennis, Building Maintenance Lead (Non-Schools) at <a href="mailto:christopher.dennis@eastsussex.gov.uk" target="_blank">christopher.dennis@eastsussex.gov.uk</a> to request a MS teams call or phone call. For work that makes a difference, choose East Sussex! About Us Additional Information This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure &amp; Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record</a>. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad. Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas</a> If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Building Maintenance Surveyor

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 services? 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 have the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. Location: Tunbridge Wells Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35* 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 opiate 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 opiate 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), increasing annually for first five years.</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>Ready to Begin Your Journey with Change Grow Live? Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. Direct applications only - we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 21/12/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Rehannah Houghton- Judge | <a href="mailto:r.houghtonjudge@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">r.houghtonjudge@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

Neighbourhood Response Officer Role Title: Neighbourhood Response Officer Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday Salary: £30,654 to £38,317 per annum (salary offered dependent on experience) Location: East Kent Areas, based at our Stanhope Office, Ashford Contract: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract You'll be managing a portfolio of our estates across East Kent, carrying out minor communal repairs, disability adaptations, site safety checks, rubbish removal and completing general caretaking responsibilities including estate inspections and monitoring of cleaning and grounds maintenance. What we're looking for? We're looking for a Neighbourhood Response Officer to join our Neighbourhood Response teams, to cover our homes and communities across East Kent. Your experience of completing general property repairs will be valuable to ensure you're able to provide an effective service in customers homes and communal areas. Together with a current driving licence, an appreciation of the needs of older or vulnerable people and of the role of a housing association are a must. You'll be driving a Moat branded van and wearing your Moat uniform with pride, providing our customers with the highest quality service. You'll be provided with full IT equipment including laptop, iPad and mobile phone. For more information please take a look at the job description: neighbourhood-response-officer.pdf To apply: Complete our application form in full via our careers website. We're keen to understand your interest in the role and how you meet the requirements, so make full use of the spaces provided to tell us about your experience, skills, and what makes you a great fit for our team. Who are we? We provide homes across London, Sussex, Kent and Essex. Our financial strength puts us in a good position to rise to challenges and plan for the future.Our purpose is to "open doors to better lives for our customers". We thrive to be customer pioneers; providing a great customer experience. We're proud to have been recognised as one of 'The Sunday Times Best Places to Work' 2025, based on feedback from our colleagues. Why join us? Come and make a difference, grow your career, join a great team and take on new challenges. In return, you'll receive: Excellent benefits. For more info, check out our employee benefits video here: Our employee benefits: what we can offer you (youtube.com) Want to know more about Moat? Check out our social media feeds! Instagram: @moathomes Facebook: Moat Homes If this sounds like the role for you, apply by 11pm on Sunday 14 th December 2025 and be part of something bigger! Please note this role is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) which means that if you are successful, we will have to obtain a disclosure and barring service check before confirming the offer of employment with you. We encourage you to apply early, as we may close the advert before this date if we receive good interest. We're looking forward to reading your application! If you require any additional adjustments to the recruitment process, please email <a href="mailto:peopleservices@moat.co.uk" target="_blank">peopleservices@moat.co.uk</a> .

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