BDS (Northern) Limited

BDS are currently looking to recruit a Standards and Specification Lead to work with our Housing client based in Stratford-upon-Avon. The successful candidate will design standards and specifications across new builds, capital investment programmes and refurbishment of later living schemes. Your role will include; Evaluating and selecting appropriate materials, products, and systems based on performance, cost, and sustainability criteria. Offering guidance and support to project teams on technical matters related to design standards and specifications and materials including delivery and procurement To carefully consider the commercial viability and procurement routes of all items within the Specification proposals, with all recommendations accompanied by benchmarking and costings and are fully compliant with the Procurement Act. Liaising with Development and Group colleagues, as necessary. To conduct a periodic review of the Development and Group Standards and Specifications to ensure best value and quality for our customers. Engaging with stakeholders to understand their goals and connect with all parties involved. You must have proven technical specification knowledge and experience in the housebuilding and / or housing sector for at least 5 years. Temp ongoing contract to start asap. 31.83 paye or 43.77 UMB Monday to Friday - 9am - 5pm Apply now for immediate consideration!

BDS are currently working with a leading housing association to recruit a Supported Housing Advisor to provide a housing management service within one of their sheltered services for the over 55s in Poynton. Duties: Daily welfare checks to residents. Facilitate property lettings and tenant communication for smooth onboarding Conduct regular health and safety checks to ensure property conditions are well-maintained. Coordinate with external agencies and providers when necessary. Monitor tenant rent accounts, ensuring deadlines are met and addressing any arrears Act promptly on complaints regarding anti-social behaviour, escalating where needed. Report communal area repairs and maintain strong partnerships with external support agencies. Criteria: The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar scheme management role, particularly within a sheltered or supported housing setting. Strong understanding of tenant and housing management, particularly for older adults Confident in conducting health and safety checks within residential environments Effective communicator, able to handle complaints and uphold tenancy agreements Experience working collaboratively with external agencies to support tenants' needs Hours: 25 per week ideally Monday to Friday but would consider 4 days Pay: Circa 15.49ph PAYE or 19.83 umbrella This is a fantastic opportunity to work directly with a leading housing association. This is a temp ongoing position to start ASAP! Please note; this role requires a full enhanced DBS Certificate dated in the previous 12 months. Apply now for immediate consideration!

Stock Condition Surveyor Location: East Region; Peterborough, Cambridge, Milton Keynes and Nottingham Rate/Salary: 28.37ph UMB- PAYE is also available Contract Type: Temp ongoing until at least March next year- could extend following this About the Role: This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading housing association to join their team as an experienced Stock Condition Surveyor. You will have the flexibility to work from home and be in charge of managing your own diary and scheduling your own appointments day to day. You will then travel out to your appointments to support with completing a back log of stock condition surveys. Key Responsibilities: Carry out stock condition surveys across a diverse housing portfolio. Record and update condition data accurately using handheld devices or surveying software. Provide technical advice and recommendations on repair, investment and improvement works. Liaise with residents and contractors in a professional and customer-focused manner. Experience and Skills Required: Previous experience conducting stock condition surveys within the social housing sector. Proficient in using surveying software and mobile data collection tools. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (travel across the region required). Benefits; Being in control of your own diary Competitive pay and mileage allowance. Home working and flexibility to plan our own day Apply now for immediate consideration!

BDS are working with a leading housing association to recruit a Scheme Manager to provide a housing management service within one of their sheltered services for the over 55s in Oldham, OL8. Duties: Daily welfare checks to residents. Facilitate property lettings and tenant communication for smooth onboarding Conduct regular health and safety checks to ensure property conditions are well-maintained. Coordinate with external agencies and providers when necessary. Monitor tenant rent accounts, ensuring deadlines are met and addressing any arrears Act promptly on complaints regarding anti-social behaviour, escalating where needed. Report communal area repairs and maintain strong partnerships with external support agencies. Criteria: The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar scheme management role, particularly within a sheltered or supported housing setting. Strong understanding of tenant and housing management, particularly for older adults Confident in conducting health and safety checks within residential environments Effective communicator, able to handle complaints and uphold tenancy agreements Experience working collaboratively with external agencies to support tenants' needs Hours: 32 hours per week across Monday- Fridayinbetween 9am- 5pm Pay: 17.17ph PAYE or 22.04ph umbrella Contract: This is a temp ongoing role to start asap Apply now for immediate consideration!

BDS Recruitment have a new opportunity for a supported housing advisor in Leeds. The role is site based at a supported living complex comprising of 37 flats occupied by vulnerable and older adults. Contract: Permanent Hours: 36 per week Monday to Friday Salary: Starts at 29,000 Duties: Daily welfare checks to residents. Facilitate property lettings and tenant communication for smooth onboarding Conduct regular health and safety checks to ensure property conditions are well-maintained. Coordinate with external agencies and providers when necessary. Monitor tenant rent accounts, ensuring deadlines are met and addressing any arrears Act promptly on complaints regarding anti-social behaviour, escalating where needed. Report communal area repairs and maintain strong partnerships with external support agencies. Criteria: The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar scheme management role, particularly within a sheltered or supported housing setting. Strong understanding of tenant and housing management Confident in conducting health and safety checks within residential environments Effective communicator, able to handle complaints and uphold tenancy agreements Experience working collaboratively with external agencies to support tenants' needs Please apply now for immediate consideration or call Tom to discuss further.

DS Recruitment have a fantastic opportunity for a Sheltered Housing Scheme Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the Countries leading providers of housing to older adults based in Leeds. Hours- we can offer between 18- 20 hours per weekover 3 days ( between 9am- 5pm Monday- Friday) This role is temporary ongoing to start ASAP Payrate: £15.49 PAYE or £19.68 UMB The Role: To ensure residents over 55 are able to live independently within sheltered and general housing using assistive technology. Managing a scheme of 34 apartments. To assist in the letting process to ensure appropriate lettings to minimise void levels To provide advice on low level rent arrears and liaise with the Income team. To carry out tenant daily wellbeing calls and checks based on assessed risk that promotes independence. Offering advice and guidance to residents on keeping the property to a reasonable condition. About you: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with tenants, colleagues, and external stakeholders. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Experience of building checks and repairs reporting Current enhanced DBS check Ability to support with low level ASB's An Enhanced DBS dated in the previous 12 months or on the updates service is vital for this role. This is a temp ongoing role to start ASAP Apply now for immediate consideration!

BDS are recruiting for a Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer to work with a well know Housing Association in their Exeter office with hyrbid working also available. As the Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer you will be responsible for leading on the maintenance and operation of the organisation's IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability across all business locations. This role involves managing both on-premises (VMware) and cloud server environments. Duties will include but are not limited too; Working closely with other IT colleagues to support, diagnose, and maintain all elements within the IT infrastructure Be involved in projects requiring technical assistance. Utilise existing and new technology to optimise services delivered to the business. The ideal candidate will have; Proven experience in managing on-premises and cloud server infrastructure including Windows Server operating systems and virtual machine computing. Strong expertise in managing and deploying virtual server environments using VMware. Experience of network deployments, integration and virtualisation. Experience with capacity planning and infrastructure monitoring tools. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Hours; between 7:30am and 5:00pm Monday to Friday (OOO cover is also expected) Pay rate; 27.82ph PAYE- 36.41ph UMB This role is ongoing until March 2026 but could go perm for the right person You will need to be a driver with acess to a vehicle Apply now for immediate considoration!

BDS Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Supported Housing Co- Ordinator based in Penshaw, Sunderland, DH4 Ideally you will have previous experience working as a Scheme Manager previously or have worked in Social Housing/Supported Living background. This role will be running a retirement living service for older adults above the age of 55. Hours- 18 hours per week- extreamly flexible on how this is worked but minimum of 3 days Temporary ongoing to start ASAP Pay - Between £15.49ph PAYE or £19.60ph UMB The main function of the role is to provide daily communication with the residents, who live independently within the Scheme, ensuring the scheme is maintained and being responsible for resident engagement and involvement. Other duties will include but not limited too; Daily welfare checks with the residents Signposting information Maintenance reporting Health & Safety checks Apply now for immediate consideration!

BDS Recruitment have a fantastic opportunity for a Sheltered Housing Scheme Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the Countries leading providers of housing to older adults based in Cheltenham, GL52. Hours are 12 per week 4 mornings per week between Monday to Friday. This role is temporary ongoing. Payrate: £15.49 PAYE or £19.20 UMB The Role: To ensure residents over 55 are able to live independently within sheltered and general housing using assistive technology. Managing a scheme of 34 apartments. To assist in the letting process to ensure appropriate lettings to minimise void levels To provide advice on low level rent arrears and liaise with the Income team. To carry out tenant daily wellbeing calls and checks based on assessed risk that promotes independence. Offering advice and guidance to residents on keeping the property to a reasonable condition. About you: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with tenants, colleagues, and external stakeholders. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Experience of building checks and repairs reporting Current enhanced DBS check Ability to support with low level ASB's An Enhanced DBS dated in the previous 12 months or on the updates service is vital for this role. This is a temp ongoing role to start ASAP Apply now for immediate consideration!

BDS are currently working with a well-known housing organisation to recruit an Estates and Contracts Manager based in Erith, London. Your role would be to oversee local contract management of the suite of Estates Services and ensure an efficient and cost-effective service is delivered to customers. Duties will include; Managing all local estates related contracts, in a defined area ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, cost effective service to our customers and stakeholders. To lead on contract variations by dynamically responding to service demand To be a main area point of contact for Customers, Contractors, Property Managers, Customer Service Centre and other stakeholders Monitoring and contract management of contractors through Field Service and other IT systems. Any other reasonable duties or business requirement as requested A driver would be required for this role as a large part of the role is the ability to travel from site to site across a large geographical area in South East Hours - Monday - Friday - 35 hours Payrate; 23.95 per hour PAYE or 32.93 per hour UMB This role is temporary ongoing. Apply now for immediate consideration or more details!