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Housing Support Worker Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Salary: £28,230 + 5% pension. Holiday: 25 days, plus Bank Holidays Latch is an exceptional charitable organisation that refurbishes derelict and run-down houses in Leeds. Once fully renovated and furnished, our properties offer supported housing for individuals experiencing homelessness or facing housing challenges, empowering them to embark on a journey towards positive transformation in their lives. We are recruiting an experienced worker to support our tenants to: <ul><li>Establish and maintain their tenancies to prevent recurring homelessness.</li><li>Address their identified and changing support needs.</li><li>Develop a range of skills so that they can move to independent living.</li><li>Identify and take steps towards achieving their personal goals.</li></ul>Latch provides flexible, individualised support. We are developing our service based on innovative evidence-based practice, incorporating Strengths Based Approaches and Trauma Informed Practice. We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and committed worker to join our friendly team. Experience of support work, a full driving licence and access to own vehicle for work use are essential. Enhanced DBS checking will be carried out for this role. For full information and to complete the application form, go to: <a href="http://www.latch.org.uk/about-latch/jobs" target="_blank">www.latch.org.uk/about-latch/jobs</a> Only applications submitted online via the above link will be considered. CVs not accepted. Closing date: Wednesday 23rd July 2025, 5pm Interviews: Thursday 31st July 2025 Latch, 176 Chapeltown Road, Leeds, LS7 4HP Telephone: 0113 237 4482 The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

Housing Support Worker (E7853) - Leeds Action To Create Homes Ltd

The job itself We have an exciting opportunity to join the Housing Services team in delivering front line services to the public, in particular advice and assistance in respect of homeless approaches, the role is based within the West Area team. The work is challenging and varied, the post holder will be responsible for taking the lead with requests for assistance made under the provisions of the homeless persons legislation and providing housing options advise and guidance. This will include working across internal departments and with multi agencies to fully assess the circumstances of applicants. The successful applicant must have a sound knowledge of housing legislation and policy and have experience in Housing/homelessness. The successful candidate must hold a valid driving license and must have access to a vehicle as they will spend time out of the office. The role offers blended working opportunities with time based in the office, at home and out on site.

Housing Management Officer - homelessness

The job itself We have an exciting opportunity to join the Housing Services team in delivering front line services to the public, in particular advice and assistance in respect of homeless approaches, the role is based within the West area team. The work is challenging and varied, the post holder will be responsible for taking the lead with requests for assistance made under the provisions of the homeless persons legislation and providing housing options advise and guidance. This will include working across internal departments and with multi agencies to fully assess the circumstances of applicants. The successful applicant must have a sound knowledge of housing legislation and policy and have experience in Housing/homelessness. The successful candidate must hold a valid driving license and must have access to a vehicle as they will spend time out of the office. The role offers blended working opportunities with time based in the office, at home and out on site.

Housing Management Officer - Homeless Prevention

Join Our Team as a Housing Support Worker! Do you enjoy supporting vulnerable adults to gain independence and rebuild their lives in secure housing? As a Housing Support Worker, you'll support adults across Leeds with complex needs, such as homelessness or safeguarding concerns, helping them move towards independent living. You'll manage a caseload, provide tailored support, help clients maintain tenancies, and work closely with other agencies to ensure they have the tools they need to succeed. What you'll bring: • Experience of supporting vulnerable adults in housing or community settings • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to work independently and manage a caseload • A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle to use for work purposes What you'll be doing: • Delivering personalised housing-related support to adults with complex needs • Helping clients maintain tenancies, manage finances, and access essential services • Coordinating move-ins, property checks, and multi-agency collaboration Why Join Us? We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things - and we want you to be part of that. Here's what you'll enjoy as part of our team: <ul><li>Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.</li><li>Hybrid working - enjoy the best of both worlds!</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service - because your time off matters.</li><li>A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.</li><li>Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, including access to counselling and GP services - your wellbeing is a priority.</li><li>Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.</li><li>Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.</li><li>Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.</li><li>Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility - we embrace and celebrate diversity.</li><li>A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.</li><li>Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.</li></ul>We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued! If you're ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we'd love to hear from you. For an informal chat about the role please contact Andy Lanfear, Service Manager via <a href="mailto:Paul.AndrewLanfear@inspirenorth.co.uk" target="_blank">Paul.AndrewLanfear@inspirenorth.co.uk</a> or 07936948604. Recruitment is taking place on a rolling basis, and we may close the application process at any time once we have received a sufficient number of strong applications, so don't delay! The closing date for applications is: Monday 14 July 2025. Good Luck! Interviews will take place on: Thursday 24 July 2025. Apply here: <a href="https://inspirenorth.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3886334?cid=1819" target="_blank">https://inspirenorth.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3886334?cid=1819</a> The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

Housing Support Worker (E7827) - Inspire North

Salary: £28,163 to £30,559 per annum Grade: G Vacancy Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Harrogate Civic Centre Weekend Working No **In this role, you will be expected to work across multiple areas of North Yorkshire** Do you have a keen eye for detail and excellent organisational skills? Do you want to make a positive impact in local communities across North Yorkshire? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Housing Service as an Allocations Officer. Our Service The housing management and landlord service is responsible for the provision of landlord to 8,400 council homes across North Yorkshire, including the allocation of homes, collection of rent, effective tenancy, and neighbourhood management along with the development and delivery of the council's tenant involvement strategy. This is an exciting time of transformation for the allocations team as we work to establish a single allocations policy for North Yorkshire. The role As an Allocations Officer, based in either the Harrogate, Richmond or Selby area, you will play a vital role in ensuring the fair and efficient allocation of social housing across North Yorkshire. Reporting to the Allocations Team Leader you will work as part of a busy team of housing professionals committed to delivery an efficient and professional allocations and lettings service across a defined area of the county of North Yorkshire ensuring that Council homes are let within agreed targets. You will assess and verify housing applications, provide professional advice to colleagues and customers, and provide nominations to Registered Provider partners. What you will bring We are looking for an enthusiastic, approachable, friendly, customer focused team player to join us in delivering a professional and exceptional allocations service. You will have excellent communication skills and experience of working with vulnerable customers. We need you to be reliable, confident, and able to work under pressure as part of a busy team. It would be an advantage if you have some experience of working with Choice Based Lettings systems or within a housing team or organisations, but this is not essential. You will however need good computer skills, a keen eye for detail and the ability to handle and analyse information from multiple sources. Working for us When you join us, you are entitled to our outstanding benefits and wellbeing plan as part of your position. Our holiday entitlement starts at 28 days rising to 34 days (pro-rata) per year with continued service, plus public holidays. Pension: save for your retirement with our generous local government pension scheme. Fitness &amp; Rewards: Fitness discounts with various Gyms across the county. Stay on top of your game and save £££. Lifestyle Savings: explore a huge range of discounts to help you save money across hundreds of the UK's favourite high-street and online retailers. Plus lots more... Contact and Apply If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Deborah Yates (<a href="mailto:deborah.yates1@northyorks.gov.uk" target="_blank">deborah.yates1@northyorks.gov.uk</a>) prior to applying. We want to know more about you. Please complete the supporting evidence section of the application form on what your motivation is for applying, what skills you can bring to the role, and how you meet the criteria. Key Documents Job Description Total Rewards Brochure Key dates Closing date: 6th July 2025 Interview date: 09 July 2025 Venue for Interview: Civic Centre, Selby NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Apply now

Housing Allocations Officer

The Vacancy Join Our Team as a Housing Support Worker! Do you enjoy supporting vulnerable adults to gain independence and rebuild their lives in secure housing? As a Housing Support Worker, you'll support adults across Leeds with complex needs, such as homelessness or safeguarding concerns, helping them move towards independent living. You'll manage a caseload, provide tailored support, help clients maintain tenancies, and work closely with other agencies to ensure they have the tools they need to succeed. What you'll bring: • Experience of supporting vulnerable adults in housing or community settings • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to work independently and manage a caseload • A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle to use for work purposes What you'll be doing: • Delivering personalised housing-related support to adults with complex needs • Helping clients maintain tenancies, manage finances, and access essential services • Coordinating move-ins, property checks, and multi-agency collaboration Why Join Us? We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things - and we want you to be part of that. Here's what you'll enjoy as part of our team: <ul> <li>Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.</li> <li>Hybrid working - enjoy the best of both worlds!</li> <li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service - because your time off matters.</li> <li>A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.</li> <li>Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, including access to counselling and GP services - your wellbeing is a priority.</li> <li>Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.</li> <li>Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.</li> <li>Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.</li> <li>Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility - we embrace and celebrate diversity.</li> <li>A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.</li> <li>Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.</li></ul>We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued! If you're ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we'd love to hear from you. For an informal chat about the role please contact Andy Lanfear, Service Manager via <a href="mailto:Paul.AndrewLanfear@inspirenorth.co.uk" target="_blank">Paul.AndrewLanfear@inspirenorth.co.uk</a> or 07936948604. Recruitment is taking place on a rolling basis, and we may close the application process at any time once we have received a sufficient number of strong applications, so don't delay! The closing date for applications is 14 July 2025. Good Luck! Interviews will take place on 24 July 2025. The Company The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.

Housing Support Worker

Salary: £37,035 - £41,511 Grade: JK Hours: 37 Contract: Permanent Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire Our Service: At North Yorkshire Council, we take pride in maintaining our social housing portfolio of approximately 8,500 homes to the highest standards. The purpose of our Service is to provide quality, affordable, healthy, and sustainable homes that meet the present and future needs of all our tenants and government guidelines in terms of energy performance. The Housing Standards team consists of five closely linked areas of housing expertise: construction, repairs, improvements, contract management, and safety. Each team consists of suitably qualified, skilled, and experienced trade operatives, surveyors, contract supervisors, and Team Leaders, all managed by Housing Standards Managers for each work area. The role: As a Level 3 Surveyor working on our Retrofit Programmes within the Improvement Team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the council's housing assets are maintained and brought up to the council's energy performance of a C to meet all current statutory, regularity, and legislative standards. We are hiring for senior-level positions and are predominantly experienced around the retrofitting of domestic dwellings or coordination of Capital Works programmes to a high level of engagement and customer care, offering opportunities to contribute to meaningful work and advance your career. The core focus of this job is to assist in the delivery of our housing retrofit programmes to help the Council achieve its goals of bringing its housing stock up to energy performance of C by 2030. The job will require the successful applicant to work within a small team under the Housing Standards Team Leader, Carrying out Retrofit Surveys, working with the council's Retrofit coordinators and trade workforce, along with managing the customer's expectations with excellent communication in the successful delivery of energy efficiency installation measures to ensure that the council's housing stock is brought up to a minimum of EPC C, alongside taking a fabric first approach to ensuring that all properties are free of defects making them a comfortable, affordable and of a decent homes standard. The core focus of this job is the development and delivery of new construction via a l What you will bring: <ul> <li> You will know current best practices in social housing relating to tenant safety and decent home standards, along with a good solid knowledge and proven background in the construction industry. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Experience in delivering quality housing repair works, a good knowledge and experience of surveying within retrofit or coordination of capital works programmes, along with the current requirements around the delivery of a successful programme. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Excellent communication and IT skills are essential for this role, both written and oral, with the ability to problem solve and find pragmatic solutions., Tenant liaison is a key essential for this role, along with having an empathetic attitude and good customer service skills. </li> </ul> Essential: <ul> <li> IOSH Managing Safely, Level 4 qualification in Surveying or compliance, e.g. Quantity Surveyor, HHSRS, and Retrofit Accredited. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Understanding of Building Control and Planning Legislation. Experienced in specifying routine works in domestic properties. </li> </ul> Desirable: <ul> <li> CAD user, NEBOHS, Prince2, HNC Construction and the Built Environment, MCIOB. Knowledge in housing management, project management, disrepair claims, and use of asset management systems. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Personal Attributes: Proactive, a strong problem solver, and able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively. High levels of customer care. Able to maintain confidentiality. </li> </ul> What can we offer you? In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier. These include: <ul> <li> a local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution </li> </ul> <ul> <li> salary sacrifice schemes </li> </ul> <ul> <li> employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more! </li> </ul> <ul> <li> travel loans </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Health Assured - confidential help and support for your wellbeing </li> </ul>Click on our Total Rewards Brochure at the bottom of this advert to see the full range of benefits. Contact and apply. If you would like to learn more about our role, please contact <a href="mailto:Paul.Cole@northyorks.gov.uk" target="_blank">Paul.Cole@northyorks.gov.uk</a> for an informal conversation. Key dates: Closing date: 13 th July 2025 Interview date: TBC Key Documents: Job Description.pdf Total Rewards Brochure.pdf NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Apply now

Housing Standards Surveyor

Salary: £33,366 - £37,035 per annum Grade: I Contract: Maternity Cover for up to 12 months Hours: Full Time, including an out of hours standby rota to respond to homelessness emergencies within the locality area (additional financial incentives for participation) Location: Malton, with expectations to work across Selby when required Your chance to be at the forefront of homelessness prevention within an ambitious team working towards the start of a new 5 year homeless and Rough Sleeping strategy for the Council. About the Council and the Service Are you driven by a passion for making a real difference in people's lives? North Yorkshire Council is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Housing Needs Service as a Housing Options Officer . In this pivotal role, you'll be at the forefront of preventing homelessness, providing expert advice, and guiding individuals and families through challenging housing situations to secure stable, long-term solutions. You'll play a crucial part in transforming lives, supporting vulnerable households during difficult times, and collaborating with partners to ensure the best outcomes. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your skills and compassion can create lasting change, we'd love for you to bring your talents to North Yorkshire Council. This is an exciting opportunity to work within our new Housing Options team at North Yorkshire Council. The team is part of the new Housing needs Service, which will lead on delivering the Council's homeless and Rough Sleeping strategy and in delivering the Council's bold ambitions around homeless prevention. The role This role will provide an opportunity to be at the forefront of delivering homeless prevention and will play a key role within the team. You will provide a full housing options advice and homeless service to those clients who are in housing need, fulfilling the Councils statutory duties, powers and functions under the relevant homeless legislation. You will play a key role in supporting the objectives of the new Council's Homelessness Strategy and prevent homelessness wherever possible and assist households to achieve sustainable housing solutions. Where required, you will participate in an out of hours standby rota to respond to homelessness emergencies within the locality area, including incidents in temporary accommodation. You will have Knowledge or understanding of current housing issues and solutions in respect of homeless people and experience of assessing need and offering housing advice to the public to achieve effective solutions to housing problems as well as an awareness and knowledge and commitment to equality and diversity and Health and Safety legislation and of safeguarding responsibilities. You will have a track record of dealing with the public in a customer service/advisory capacity . Also the ability to plan, allocate and evaluate workloads, determining work methods to achieve objectives and to seek, evaluate and organise information to aid decision making. You will be able to have difficult conversations and have professional curiosity in your ability to assess customer's circumstances and be able to exchange information to solve problems and make decisions through leading and contributing to meetings and group discussions to solve problems and make decisions. Who We're Looking For: To be successful in this role: Essential • You will bring a passion for delivering high quality services to our customers, often those in the most need, which will meet the needs of our vulnerable communities. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills are a must, The ability to exchange information effectively with colleagues, customers, and external agencies to solve problems and make decisions. The role also requires the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. • IT Skills: Proficiency in using IT systems to manage case files. • Customer Service Skills: Experience in providing housing advice, assessing needs, and offering solutions in a client-focused manner. This is a very challenging role that requires someone who is resilient, has empathy and patience to deal with clients in difficult situations. Desirable • Knowledge &amp; Experience: Understanding of current housing issues, homelessness legislation, landlord-tenant law, and safeguarding responsibilities. Working for us When you join us, you are entitled to our outstanding benefits and wellbeing plan as part of your position. • Holiday entitlement: starts at 28 days rising to 34 days (pro-rata) per year with continued service, plus public holidays. • Pension: save for your retirement with our generous local government pension scheme with a 22.6% contribution. • Fitness &amp; Rewards: Fitness discounts with various gyms across the county. Stay on top of your game and save £££. Lifestyle Savings: explore a huge range of discounts to help you save money across hundreds of the UK's favourite high-street and online retailers. If you would like to learn more about this role and for an informal conversation please contact Victoria Stoker, Housing Options Manager (Selby/Ryedale) on <a href="mailto:Victoria.stoker@northyorks.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victoria.stoker@northyorks.gov.uk</a> or Jennie Young, Housing Options and Support Team Leader on <a href="mailto:Jennie.Young@northyorks.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jennie.Young@northyorks.gov.uk</a> Applying is easy, simply click on apply now, register your details, remove your personal details from your CV and upload by midnight on Monday 7 th July 2025. Key Dates: Closing Date: Monday 7 th July 2025. Interview Date: Week commencing 14 th July 2025 Key Documents: Job Description.docx Total Rewards NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Apply now

Housing Options Officer

Job title:Housing Officer Salary: C3 *GBP*31,067 - *GBP*32,654 pro rata Hours: Full Time (37 Hours) and Part time (16 &amp; 21 hours) available Contract: Permanent Location: Hybrid working various locations As a Housing Officer you will thrive on providing quality housing management services to meet the needs of customers, making a positive contribution to the social and physical environment of the area managed. You will be customer focused and motivated to give the best possible service in the communities we serve. You will strive to deliver an efficient customer focused service, ensuring maximum performance levels and continuous improvements in all areas of housing management services, supporting Housing Leeds ambition to be the best local authority housing provider in the UK. Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions . About you As a Housing Officer, you will bring to the role: <ul> <li>Take ownership and responsibility for the social and physical environment of a defined geographical service area.</li> <li>Ensure that the estate environment is maintained to a high standard.</li> <li>Be responsible for the achievement of performance targets within a defined geographical area.</li> <li>Be responsible for maximising various income streams to the authority and our tenants, including housing and other benefits.</li> <li>Deal with issues of anti-social behaviour, nuisance and work with other agencies to help create safe and sustainable communities.</li> <li>Enforce tenancy conditions where appropriate.</li> </ul>About the role The role delivers of housing services for a geographical area or citywide strategic housing function, ensuring that tenancy management services including rent collection, lettings, tenancy and estate management and resident engagement are delivered to an exceptional standard. As our next housing officer you also be responsible for managing relationships with other council services, e.g. environmental teams, Leeds Anti-Social Behaviour Team and key external partners, e.g. health, police, third sector to ensure that the wider needs of residents and communities are met. What we offer you We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including: <ul> <li>a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays</li> <li>membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions</li> <li>flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements</li> <li>a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities</li> <li>a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further</li> </ul>How to apply Apply for this job online by completing the online application form. Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds and the communities we serve. Leeds City Council is recognised in Stonewall Workplace Equality Index 2024. We are also an Age-friendly Employer, a Mindful Employer and a Disability Confident Leader. All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period. This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, candidates must consider their own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker route before applying.To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least *GBP*38,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. For more information visit Skilled Worker visa on the government website. Please ensure you are eligible before applying. Job Description Job Purpose: To provide quality housing management services to meet the needs of customers, making a positive contribution to the social and physical environment of the area managed. Customer focused and motivated to give the best possible service in the communities we serve. To deliver an efficient customer focused service, ensuring maximum performance levels and continuous improvements in all areas of housing management services. Principal Responsibilities: <ul> <li>To take ownership and responsibility for the social and physical environment of a defined geographical service area.</li> <li>To ensure that the estate environment is maintained to a high standard.</li> <li>To be responsible for the achievement of performance targets within a defined geographical area.</li> <li>To be responsible for maximising various income streams to the authority and our tenants, including housing and other benefits.</li> <li>To deal with issues of anti-social behaviour, nuisance and work with other agencies to help create safe and sustainable communities.</li> <li>To enforce tenancy conditions where appropriate. Supervise and manage staff as required</li> <li>Provide appropriate advice and support to customers.</li> <li>To ensure the Councils safeguarding procedures are followed where appropriate.</li> <li>To actively develop and promote tenant engagement and involvement through a variety of different approaches.</li> <li>To work with partner services, elected members and local communities to deliver and develop services and improvements in a defined area.</li> <li>To work within Council policies and procedures including data protection and financial regulations.</li> <li>To ensure the Council health and safety policies and legal requirements are adhered to.</li> <li>To contribute to the development, review and improvement of policies and strategies in line with current legislation and best practice.</li> <li>To support the achievement of equality and diversity in both employment and service delivery including the promotion of equality of opportunity</li> <li>Promote and deliver the priorities, values and objectives of Leeds City Council at all times</li> <li>Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade </li> <li>Participate in appraisal, training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills</li> <li>Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and development programmes.</li> <li>To work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice.</li> <li>Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested.</li> <li>Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures e.g. child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person</li> <li>Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding and promoting the values, standards and equal opportunities of Leeds City Council.</li> <li>Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.</li> <li>The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and this role will be expected to work within these parameters.</li> <li>The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.</li> </ul>PERSONAL SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is essential that the Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements. Method of Assessment will be through one or more of the following Application Form, Test, Interview or Certificate. Qualifications and Knowledge <ul> <li>Knowledge of the role of the Council Housing Service and its responsibilities in managing homes and communities.</li> <li>Knowledge of current housing issues, legislation, policies and local strategies and initiatives.</li> <li>Awareness of customer engagement opportunities, enabling customers to help design and evaluate services.</li> <li>A good understanding of equality issues in the day to day delivery of services.</li> <li>Knowledge of the Council Allocations and Lettings procedures.</li> <li>Knowledge of effective income management practices.</li> <li>Knowledge of effective anti-social behaviour remedies and best practice.</li> <li>Awareness of how social and environmental conditions affect quality of life.</li> </ul>Specific Skills and Competencies <ul> <li>To be able to communicate effectively with customers, colleagues, elected members and all other partners</li> <li>Able to supervise and manage colleagues</li> <li>Able to use a wide range of communication tools appropriate to the customers preferred method.</li> <li>Able to show empathy, act tactfully and sympathetically with customers over a range of issues</li> <li>Able to manage competing demands and priorities to meet deadlines.</li> <li>Able to make objective decisions in the interests of achieving local priorities.</li> <li>Able to input, maintain and retrieve information accurately from a variety of sources.</li> <li>Able to objectively investigate and clearly report (in writing or verbally) on a range of issues.</li> <li>To work within budgets.</li> <li>Able to adapt behaviours to achieve positive outcomes</li> </ul>Experience <ul> <li>Experience of working with other agencies to achieve positive outcomes for customers.</li> <li>Experience of supervising colleagues</li> <li>Experience of taking and responding to a broad range of customer enquiries.</li> <li>Experience of playing a key role within a community.</li> <li>Experience of the working with the public.</li> <li>Experience of working to deadlines and adapting to competing priorities</li> <li>Experience of working in a busy customer focused team.</li> <li>Experience of working with a range of computer software packages including Microsoft Office</li> </ul>Behavioural <ul> <li>Committed to continuous improvement.</li> <li>Ability to understand and observe Leeds City Council Equal Opportunities Policy.</li> <li>To carry out all duties having regard to an employee responsibility under Health &amp; Safety Policies.</li> <li>Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities to ensure up to date knowledge, skills and continuous professional development.</li> <li>Understand and embrace our values, behaviours and codes of conduct.</li> <li>Commitment to personal learning and development </li> </ul>

Housing Officer

Job title: Housing Assistance Salary: B3 *GBP*25,584- *GBP*27,269 Hours: 37 per week Contract: full time Location: Leeds As a Housing Assistance you thrive on joining a Leeds housing Options service. To provide quality housing management services to meet the needs of customers and communities, making a positive contribution to the social and physical environment of the area. Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions . About you <ul> <li>Ability to communicate effectively with customers and partners</li> <li>Knowledge of current social Housing, and issues affecting the sector.</li> <li>Experience of developing effective working relationships with resident</li> <li>Rent collection</li> </ul>About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced service and helping support families in emergency situations. You will be working alongside a fast-paced team supporting the placements made into emergency Accommodation. You will be supporting the placements and prevention team and move on team within Leeds Housing Options. You will be supporting in setting up the tenancies and rent collection of these placements throughout different sites in the city. Supporting families in benefit claims and setting update direct debits where rents are chargeable. We provide excellent customer service skills and would like someone to join the team who can offer and support our clients. Capturing any supportive needs and make sure they understand the fire safety aspects whilst living on site. You will be responsible for setting up rent accounts for clients in any temporary accommodation provisions and supporting with rent collections and direct debits. You will be completing an occupancy agreement with them when placed into a temporary setting and making sure clients are understanding these, whilst offering support such as interpreters. You would be working with partners internal and external. Supporting families with benefit claims to support rental collection. What we offer you We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including: <ul> <li>a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays</li> <li>membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions</li> <li>flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements</li> </ul> <ul> <li>a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities</li> <li>a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further</li> </ul>How to apply Complete the online application form. Read our guidance for further advice on completing your application. If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role contact Caroline Poskitt or Phil Pelter] Call 0113 3789621 ] or email <a href="mailto:caroline.1.poskitt@leeds.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.1.poskitt@leeds.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:phil.pelter@leeds.gov.uk" target="_blank">phil.pelter@leeds.gov.uk</a> A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children or Adultsbarred list as applicable will be carried out on preferred candidates . Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy . We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people. This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying.To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least *GBP*38,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying. Job Description Job Purpose: To provide quality housing management services to meet the needs of customers and communities, making a positive contribution to the social and physical environment of the area. Principal Responsibilities: <ul> <li>In liaison with the manager/senior officer, to be responsible for ensuring delivery of a high quality and efficient services.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>To assist in providing a range support services for internal and external customers.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>To work as part of a team of housing advisors to provide customer focused services.</li> <li>To liaise with colleagues in order to prioritise work to meet conflicting deadlines.</li> <li>To maintain accurate records and track progress of work.</li> <li>To assist with the induction of new staff including the demonstration of duties.</li> <li>Ordering and monitoring stock supplies.</li> <li>Preparing routine correspondence and standard letters and forms.</li> <li>Managing meeting rooms and dealing with hospitality and signing-in of visitors.</li> <li>Assist with the arrangements for conferences, forums and other events.</li> <li>Act as the first point of contact for visitors and customers both in person and on the telephone.</li> <li>Provide an excellent customer service to customers, colleagues and visitors.</li> <li>To use IT applications and databases effectively to deliver tasks. Operate relevant equipment/ICT packages e.g. word, excel, databases, spreadsheets, Internet.</li> <li>To input and retrieve data using computerised systems.</li> <li>To collate and prepare information from a variety of sources.</li> <li>Operate relevant equipment/ICT packages e.g. word, excel, databases, spreadsheets, Internet.</li> <li>Undertake general financial and administration duties.</li> <li>Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required and to take notes at meetings.</li> <li>Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.</li> <li>Understand and abide by the Council equal opportunities policy in the duties of the post and as an employee of the Council.</li> <li>Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.</li> <li>To gather information from service users to assess the service required.</li> <li>Make appropriate referrals for housing support as and when required.</li> <li>Contact with tenants using various forms of communication, including visits to tenants in their own homes.</li> </ul>PERSONAL SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is essential that the Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements. Method Of Assessment will be through one or more of the following Application Form, Test, Interview or Certificate. Skills required <ul> <li>Ability to deal with the general public in a responsive manner.</li> <li>Ability to deal with high volumes of enquiries both at the public counter and over the telephone.</li> <li>Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding with service users.</li> <li>Ability to deal with relevant procedures and maintain standard documentation.</li> <li>Ability to advise service users on relevant procedures.</li> <li>Ability to work within a team.</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively both face to face in writing and by telephone.</li> <li>Ability to demonstrate customer care.</li> <li>To adhere to LCC Financial Rules and Regulations and Standing Orders.</li> <li>To handle cash accurately.</li> <li>Ability to use computerised systems.</li> <li>Ability to record and maintain information received from all sources accurately.</li> <li>To provide a welcoming environment to service users.</li> <li>To assist other members of staff with duties when required.</li> <li>A good level of numeracy and literacy skills.</li> </ul>Knowledge required <ul> <li>An awareness of customer care.</li> </ul>Experience <ul> <li>Of working in a customer facing environment.</li> <li>Of working as part of a team.</li> </ul>Behavioural &amp; Other Related Characteristics require <ul> <li>Demonstrate a commitment to Council Values.</li> <li>Positive and flexible approach to change.</li> <li>Commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe environment.</li> <li>Willing to support and promote equality and diversity.</li> <li>Commitment to providing excellent service to customers.</li> <li>Commitment to personal learning and development.</li> </ul>PERSONAL SPECIFICATION DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: It is desirable that the Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates are not required to meet all the Desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between acceptable candidates. Skills required <ul> <li>Of working in an office environment.</li> </ul>Knowledge required <ul> <li>Knowledge of the role of the Council Housing Service and its responsibilities in managing homes and communities.</li> <li>Knowledge of current housing issues.</li> <li>Awareness of customer engagement.</li> <li>An understanding of equality issues.</li> </ul>

Housing Assistant

Equans is looking for a Resident Liaison Officer to join our team in Leeds on a permanent basis. This is a full time role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle and benefits package. Experience of delivering social housing refurbishment or retrofit projects is preferred. From windows installations to Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), Solar Panels and installation of External Wall Insulation (EWI) What will you deliver? <ul> <li> Serve as the primary point of contact for residents, providing clear and timely information about project plans, timelines, and progress </li> <li> Address resident concerns, complaints, or queries promptly and effectively, ensuring that issues are resolved to the satisfaction of both the resident and the company </li> <li> Conduct pre-project surveys and consultations with residents to understand their needs, preferences, and any potential issues, feeding this information back to the project team </li> <li> Prepare and distribute newsletters, letters, and other communication materials to keep residents informed about upcoming works, project milestones, and any potential disruptions. </li> <li> Provide ongoing support to residents throughout the project, including arranging temporary accommodation or other necessary provisions if required by the nature of the works </li> <li> Work closely with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure that resident feedback is considered in project planning and execution </li> <li> Conduct post-project satisfaction surveys and follow-ups to assess resident satisfaction and identify areas for improvement </li> </ul>What can we offer you? <ul> <li> 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) </li> <li> Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 ti mes annual salary </li> <li> Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers </li> <li> Gym membership discounts </li> <li> Cycle to work scheme </li> <li> Holiday purchase scheme </li> <li> 2 corporate social responsibility days per year </li> <li> Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes </li> <li> Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme </li> <li> Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network </li> <li> 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app </li> </ul>Who are we looking for? <ul> <li> Previous experience in a customer-facing role, ideally within construction, housing, or a related field </li> <li> Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with residents from diverse backgrounds </li> <li> Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage and resolve conflicts or complaints in a professional manner </li> <li> Empathetic and Approachable: Able to build rapport and trust with residents, showing understanding and sensitivity to their concerns </li> <li> Experience working within social housing, local government, or a similar environment where resident or customer interaction is a key component of the role </li> </ul>Who are we? Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK &amp; Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services - with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district &amp; embedded energy and decentralised renewables. Equans' 13,500 UK &amp; Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital &amp; industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. Equans is a Bouygues group company. What's next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. EQNENG At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers. 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Resident Liaison Officer

Vacancy Name Recovery Coordinator Vacancy No VN5168 Employment Type Permanent Hours Per Week 37.00 Work Pattern Includes evenings Location 74 Kirkgate, Leeds, LS2 7DJ Location Region West Yorkshire Location City Leeds Location Postal Code LS2 7DJ Interview Date 23 Jul 2025 Job Details Recovery Coordinator Location: 3 positions available, all based at Kirkgate. Working hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, with some evening work which can be discussed at interview stage. About the role... There are 3 x full time posts (37 hours per week) available within the Focussed Intervention Team working with a cohort of non-opiate and non dependent alcohol clients, roles based at Kirkgate. This is a dynamic and rewarding role where you will:<ul><li>Manage a caseload by creating, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans.</li><li>Facilitate and promote the progression of individuals from initial engagement into structured treatment.</li><li>Support clients in various different treatment stages, from initial assessment to exiting treatment, accessing sustained recovery and aftercare.</li><li>Contribute to reducing substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community.</li><li>Collaborate closely with key partners and colleagues across city wide partnerships to achieve the best health and wellbeing outcomes for individuals.</li></ul>About you...<ul><li>Experience of holding a caseload.</li><li>Knowledge and/or experience of substance misuse.</li><li>Experience supporting vulnerable people, whose lives have been affected by alcohol and/or drug use.</li><li>A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care.</li></ul>Interviews will take place on the 23rd and the 24th of July, at Irford House, Leeds LS14 6PA. For informal enquiries please contact Karen Purdy on <a href="mailto:Karen.purdy@forwardleeds.co.uk" target="_blank">Karen.purdy@forwardleeds.co.uk</a> To view the full job description and person specification, please click here. Please be advised, if you are viewing this role on Indeed, the link to the job description will not work. Please click the 'Apply via Company Website' button to be redirected to our careers page, where you will be able to view the job description in full. The salary advertised below demonstrates the full earning potential for this role, starting salaries will allow for pay progression within the pay band. Who we are... Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have almost 200 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people. Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it'll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That's why you will notice the jobs here are still branded 'Humankind'. Next year we'll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate. Thanks for bearing with us - and don't forget to check out the Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site <a href="https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers" target="_blank">https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers</a>. What can Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) offer you? 🎁 A rewarding role that allows you to make a tangible impact in your community. 🌲 Opportunity for professional growth and development in the field of substance misuse and criminal justice. 🤝🏽 Collaborative and supportive work environment. 🏖 Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years' service) 📅 Annual leave purchase scheme 💰 Enhanced occupational sick pay % Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension 👪 Death in service benefit Free Will writing 👓 Eyecare vouchers 🛍 Blue light card discount 💡 Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses 🏠 Work-life balance- flexible working and family-friendly policies 🏃 Happy, Healthy You! - our wellbeing offers for our workforce 🤝Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) is an equal-opportunity employer. If you feel that you would fit with our values &amp; ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don't feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferrable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you to realise your potential. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit. If you require support with your application or would like to request a paper application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01325 731 160, alternatively you can email us at <a href="mailto:people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk" target="_blank">people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk</a> Salary Period Per Annum Vacancy Salary Range £24,500-£30,790 DBS Requirement Enhanced Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable Driving licence required for role? No Applications Close Date 20 Jul 2025

Recovery Coordinator

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Leeds 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, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues 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 Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant 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

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Leeds

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Leeds 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. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. 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. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. 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, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues 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 Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant 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- Leeds

Job title: Residential Practitioner Salary: C1 £27,711 - £30,060 (pro rata) plus weekend enhancements and sleep in allowance where appropriate. Hours: Various Contract: Permanent Leeds City Council is seeking compassionate and dedicated Residential Practitioners to join our outstanding children's services. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of children and young people, guiding them towards adulthood and independence. Your support will be instrumental in helping them overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. There are a range of opportunities available across the city including full-time, part-time and waking nights working. We want Leeds to be a city where all children are safe, happy and healthy, do well at school, fulfil their potential and grow up to be active citizens with voice and influence. This is your chance to join us and support our Child Friendly Leeds ambition. We are proud to align our work with the council's values and ambitions , placing children and families at the heart of everything we do. If you're ready to bring your empathy, energy, and dedication to this vital role, we'd love to hear from you. About you As a Residential Practitioner you will bring to the role: <ul> <li>a good standard of literacy and numeracy, with basic computer literacy</li> <li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (or equivalent), or commitment to achieving the qualification within a reasonable period (we pay the course fees)</li> <li>recent experience supporting children or young people with additional emotional/behavioural issues - this may be from employment, volunteering, student placements or personal life</li> <li>excellent communication and listening skills, teamwork and emotional intelligence</li> <li>flexibility to work shifts including weekends, bank holidays and nights</li> </ul>About the role Based in one of our children's homes, you'll be part of a supportive team at that prioritises your well-being and personal development. Your responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Creating a safe, caring living environment.</li> <li>Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.</li> <li>Nurturing each child's personal development, education and wider learning.</li> </ul>This role offers immense job satisfaction as you witness the positive changes you facilitate in the lives of children and young people daily. Basic salary £27,711 rising incrementally to £30,060 (pro rata for part time) In addition, enhancements are paid for unsocial hours and sleeping in duties. Time and a half is paid for weekend working (if applicable). What we offer We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including: <ul> <li>a competitive salary plus enhancements for nights and weekends</li> <li>generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holiday allowance</li> <li>a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities, including support to study for relevant qualifications</li> <li>membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions</li> <li>a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further</li> </ul>How to apply Please complete the online application form. Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application. If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please email <a href="mailto:workinginchildrenshomes@leeds.gov.uk" target="_blank">workinginchildrenshomes@leeds.gov.uk</a> . A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children's or Adults' barred list as applicable will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people. This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £38,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying. Job description Job purpose The Residential Practitioner's role is to support, encourage and safeguard children and young people in their development, enabling them to make positive contributions to their families, society and local communities. You will do this by fostering positive relationships and maintaining strong bonds between children and staff based on shared daily life and routines, joint activities and established boundaries of acceptable behaviour. Special conditions This post is subject to a higher level check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining employment; this will depend on the circumstances and background to any offence. Responsibilities <ul> <li>Undertake key worker role, implement care plans, conduct risk assessments and devise support and health plans</li> <li>Provide and maintain a safe, stimulating and secure living and learning environment supporting day-to-day physical and emotional needs</li> <li>Work with professionals and communities of origin to sustain links and understand past problems</li> <li>Nurture children's ambitions for their future and their learning, both in and out of school</li> <li>Support children and young people's emotional, mental and physical health needs to build self-esteem</li> <li>Respect privacy whilst maintaining a duty of care ensuring that living spaces are clean and safe</li> <li>Provide appropriate levels of personal care for children and young people with disabilities and complex needs, including bathing, toileting, dressing, changing and feeding as appropriate</li> <li>Ensure that all records are accurate, up to date and GDPR compliant</li> <li>Manage complex and challenging behaviour in an assertive, restorative and sensitive manner</li> <li>Work to reduce the likelihood that a child/young person becomes criminalised, encouraging restorative approaches and outcomes</li> <li>Hours of work are primarily determined by the needs of the service and are worked on a rota basis including undertaking sleep-ins, early mornings, late evenings, weekends and bank holidays</li> <li>Maintain a close working relationship with colleagues, external agencies, families and the wider public</li> <li>Be flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required, commensurate to grade</li> <li>Participate in appraisal, training and development activities to ensure up-to-date knowledge and skills Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion and development programmes</li> <li>Work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice</li> <li>Contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days and events as requested</li> <li>Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures such as child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person</li> <li>Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all by working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding and promoting the values, standards and equal opportunities of Leeds City Council</li> <li>Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures</li> <li>The council has adopted a flexibility protocol and this role will be expected to work within these parameters</li> <li>The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post</li> </ul>Qualifications <ul> <li>To work in this role you must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care or equivalent. If you do not hold the diploma we will fund you to study for the qualification. You must complete the diploma within a reasonable period, normally 2 years after starting work. Failure to achieve the Level 3 Diploma will prevent you from continuing in this post.</li> <li>You must demonstrate good literacy and numeracy, through qualifications or a skills test completed at interview.</li> </ul>Essential requirements It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate that they meet all the essential requirements: <ul> <li>Flexibility to travel and work across different work locations including providing support to children living within family settings as appropriate</li> <li>Availability to work on a rota basis and change work patterns as reasonably required, including undertaking sleep-ins, early mornings, late evenings, weekends and bank holidays</li> <li>Ability to build relationships and actively engage with individual and groups of children and young people</li> <li>Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with a wide range of people</li> <li>Maintenance of accurate manual and digital records in accordance with GDPR</li> <li>Use of initiative to adapt to changing circumstances and develop solutions to issues</li> <li>Skills in managing conflict and aggression using de-escalation techniques</li> <li>Good standards of literacy and numeracy, demonstrated through qualifications or skills test</li> <li>Understanding of responsibilities in terms of health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection</li> <li>Understanding of the needs of looked after children and the importance of advocacy for children and young people</li> <li>Basic computer literacy and of the use of Microsoft packages</li> <li>Recent experience of working with young people or vulnerable adults who may have emotional or behavioural difficulties, in either a paid or voluntary capacity</li> <li>Be physically fit enough to carry out all requirements of the role including the use of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) to manage challenging behaviour as required</li> <li>Essential behavioural and other characteristics</li> <li>Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health and Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon.</li> <li>Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.</li> <li>Carry out all duties having regard to an employee's responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.</li> <li>Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.</li> <li>Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.</li> <li>Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.</li> <li>Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.</li> <li>Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality &amp; diversity policies of Leeds City Council.</li> <li>Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.</li> <li>The council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters. </li> </ul>

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