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Place and Economic Growth Communities Directorate Homelessness Prevention Officer Ref: 000928 Contract: Permanent Salary: £34,434 - £38,220 per annum (Grade 6) Hours: 36.66 per week Based: The Office is based at Civic Centre, West Street, Oldham, OL1 1UT Closing Date: Monday 15th December 2025 Interview Dates: TBC. Role Overview: This role will deliver high quality, customer focused advice and support to people in Oldham who find themselves homeless or at risk of homelessness. This will include providing housing advice to people in the district and completing investigations into applications from customers who are at risk of homelessness as defined by the statutory duties under Housing Act 1996 Part VII, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant case law. The successful postholder will provide support to the Council in delivering its statutory homelessness duties by taking homeless applications in an effective manner and ensuring the council is legally compliant, and meeting performance targets and standards. Key Requirements: <ul><li>To provide a professional and effective housing options interview and homelessness investigation, taking a full application from customers and ensuring duties are carried out at the relevant stages within homelessness legislation. </li><li>To undertake detailed casework with customers who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. This includes an assessment of legal duties owed, housing and support needs, the production of Personal Housing Plans and consideration of all suitable interventions and potential solutions to prevent homelessness. </li><li>To write and issue all required notifications, letters of referral to other authorities where the customer's local connection lies elsewhere and outcome letters to advise the customer of the outcome of their initial interview. This includes 'minded to letters' and the drafting of the statutory s184 notification letters which must be approved by a manager before being sent.</li></ul>If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the 'About You' or 'Supporting Statement' section of your application. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and therefore expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. About Us: We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy. As we look to the future, the challenges may be significant, but so are the opportunities. We've identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing. We're looking for candidates who will support us to achieve our ambitions and we encourage you to download our Corporate Plan: Ready for the Future and our Oldham Plan for further information. Our Values and Behaviours: By driving innovation, investing in our people, and championing our communities, we will ensure that Oldham continues to be a place where everyone can live their best life. To support this, we have three core values which define who we are and how we operate. These are 'Proud, Ambitious, and Together', and they shape our culture, inform our decisions, and inspire us to deliver on our commitments to the people of Oldham. We have translated these values into five behaviours which guide our actions and are the standards we hold ourselves to, day in and day out: <ul><li>Work with a resident focus </li><li>Support local leaders</li><li>Committed to the borough</li><li>Delivery high performance</li><li>Take ownership and drive change</li></ul>You can find out more about our values and behaviours on our greater.jobs Oldham page Our Benefits Package: At Oldham Council we offer a great benefits package for our employees, which includes the following: <ul><li>25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10-years' service</li><li>The option to purchase additional annual leave. </li><li>An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions. </li><li>Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active. </li><li>Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating-out, eating-in, travel, motoring and more.</li><li>Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work. </li><li>Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support.</li><li>Staff recognition and celebration events.</li><li>Peer support groups</li></ul>Inclusive Recruitment: We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace. If you're an applicant with disabilities and have previously been in or currently in care, a carer or someone who has served in the Armed Forces and you meet the essential criteria of the role, you are guaranteed to reach the first stage of assessment under ourGuaranteed Assessment Scheme. Data and Privacy: For details of how we use your data please see our privacy notice. Important Information: Please note that should a vacancy that has been released for internal or external recruitment be deemed suitable for a current employee at risk of redundancy, it can be pulled back at any point, up to the post being formally offered to a candidate who is not at risk of redundancy. While we embrace the use of AI as an innovative tool to maximise our services at Oldham Council, we are looking for authenticity in applications we receive. We therefore ask you to think carefully if choosing to use AI when completing your application and ask that you ensure you read all instructions carefully and that your application is written by you and reflects your skills, knowledge and enthusiasm.

Homelessness Prevention Officer

Accommodation Assistant Start your career at Dalata Hotel Group! We are looking for team members to join us on an exciting journey. You will receive training through our Dalata Academy to help you learn important skills. You will also meet experienced team members who can help you grow. At Dalata, we believe in promoting from within. If you work hard, you can have new opportunities in the future. Join us and be part of a friendly team! Benefits <ul> <li>Free employee meals on duty</li> <li>50% Off F&amp;B in all properties</li> <li>€/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata-owned hotels</li> <li>30% off Friends &amp; Family rate</li> <li>Extra AL day for every year worked (5 days to a maximum of 5 days)</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes</li> <li>SAYE (Save As You Earn Scheme)</li> <li>Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information)</li> <li>Development Opportunities through our Dalata Academy- support your career journey</li> <li>Staff Appreciation Initiatives, fun team-building activities and regular charity events</li> </ul>Your Job: <ul> <li>Ensure that all rooms and common areas are cleaned to the Dalata standard.</li> <li>Point out anything that needs fixing.</li> <li>Be ready to help in other departments.</li> </ul>What You'll Need: <ul> <li>Having experience in cleaning and housekeeping is good, but it is not needed.</li> <li>Friendly with customers</li> <li>Pay attention to details.</li> </ul>About Us Dalata Hotel Group - We bring the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate. We see our growth and expansion plans as a way of spreading our unique way of caring for our guests further around the world, bringing better experiences to more people. Currently, the Dalata difference can be felt at each of our hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany &amp; the Netherlands, and we'll keep expanding this further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe. Helping our people to grow and develop their careers is vitally important to us and is one of our highest priorities. We have many exciting and unique internal development programmes, each crafted to make sure our employees get the learning they need to be able to take the next step in their careers. Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an Inclusive Employer. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply to be part of our team. However, we understand everyone's needs are different; therefore, if you require any accommodations with this application process, please highlight your needs when you are completing your application process. Apply for this job

Accommodation Assistant

About The Role Working Hours: 35 Hours per week Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Additional Payments: Casual Car User Closing Date: 16 December 2025 Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face) This role is subject to - 2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history Qualification - You will have a Building Safety and/or Fire Safety related qualification (e.g. C08 Fire Risk Management in Residential Properties) or demonstrable skills, knowledge and experience within the building safety or building management environment. Casual Car Documentation- The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use. This role will work within the Assets and Repairs team in Housing Services, responsible for overseeing the building safety function for our council homes. This role is vital in developing the Manchester City Council's HRA building safety service, working in partnership with the political and senior executive, partners, contractors, and residents. Please see the attached Role Profile for further information. About the Candidate You will be suitably qualified with knowledge and experience of leading high-quality Building Safety services in a multi-site complex environment. You will have a proven track record of achieving and sustaining Building Safety compliance in the post Grenfell era, possessing excellent knowledge and proven record of application of current statutory, regulatory, and best practice building safety requirements. You will have experience of producing Building Safety Cases and Building Safety Casereports and maintaining the Property Digital Record, as well as an experience and understanding of providing advice and guidance for capital works compliance against building safety regulations. This role will be required to be on standby as part of the Housing Services out of hours rota, currently for one week in every quarter. What you can expect from us... As a local government employee, not only will you be making a real positive difference to people's lives you will also receive a fantastic range of benefits and flexible working opportunities. See below for further details of the benefits we offer. <ul> <li>A 35-hour working week</li> <li>Up to 30 days paid leave plus bank holidays</li> <li>The ability to purchase up to an additional 10 days leave</li> <li>Flexitime scheme which permits accrued hours to be taken as additional "flexi-leave" days</li> <li>A pragmatic approach to home-working</li> <li>Up to 3 days paid volunteering leave for rewarding work opportunities within the community</li> <li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions into a defined benefit pension. The scheme includes life cover and the option to build additional voluntary contributions via salary sacrifice arrangements</li> <li>Enhanced family leave options</li> <li>Career development and support through our Learning Hub and our fantastic 'm people' redeployment and career development offer</li> <li>A host of health and well-being benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts, free flu jabs, eye tests and a Cycle to Work Scheme</li> <li>A diverse and inclusive culture where targeted action is in place to make sure our team mirrors the diversity of our community</li> <li>A working culture aligned to Our Manchester Behaviours; We take time to listen and understand, We work together and trust each other, We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly, We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things, We're proud and passionate about Manchester</li> <li>Access to a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+.</li></ul>We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. About Us We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city - a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: <ul> <li>We take time to listen and understand</li> <li>We work together and trust each other</li> <li>We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly</li> <li>We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things</li> <li>We're proud and passionate about Manchester</li></ul>Benefits we offer <ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.</li> <li>A buzzing pension - You'll be enrolled in the UK's largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.</li> <li>Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.</li> <li>Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.</li> <li>Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process. </li> <li>A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.</li> <li>Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits. </li></ul>Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process <ul> <li>Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.</li> <li>Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone. </li></ul>Guaranteed Assessment Scheme We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below: <ul> <li>Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans</li> <li>Current or former care leavers</li> <li>Have a disability or long-term condition</li> <li>If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programme</li></ul>If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application. When You Join Us We're a Disability Confident Employer, offering: <ul> <li>A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.</li> <li>Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.</li> <li>A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.</li></ul>For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [email protected]. What we will need from you if you're successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre-Employment Checks If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these checks may include: <ul> <li>Proof of Right to Work: You'll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.</li> <li>References: We'll require references from your current and previous employer(s).</li> <li>Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.</li> <li>Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.</li> <li>Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council.</li> <li>Police Vetting: Some roles may require police vetting to ensure suitability for accessing sensitive law enforcement systems or information.</li> <li>Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets. It ensures that individuals meet basic security requirements and can be trusted with sensitive information</li> <li>Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we'll need evidence of your valid driving licence.</li></ul>These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve. Other relevant information We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we'll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role. For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached. 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