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Large Housing Association requires a Tenant Arrears Officer to oversee the former tenant accounts process; facilitating the process, working with stakeholders to do so. Responsibilities: Maximise the collection of debt left by former tenants and to ensure that this debt and all payments made against it, are transparent and reportable. Ensure effective management of former tenant credits and build relationships with Local Authorities to avoid the risk of Housing Benefit over-payments post account closure. Work alongside the Housing teams to reduce the amount of debt left by exiting tenants. Identifying improvements. Build relationships with Debt Collection Agencies to ensure effective partnership working and cost efficiencies. Improve income recovery through early engagement, tracing tools, legal action and external partners. Reduce debt created at tenancy end by working proactively with Housing teams. Produce high-quality reporting for senior leaders and the Executive Board. Identify risks, gaps and opportunities to strengthen the former tenant arrears process. Skills and experience: Experience of success working in an income collection environment. Experience using housing management and income collection systems. Experience producing reports for a range of stakeholders. Ability to build strong relationships, influence effectively and communicate clearly. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures in real operational contexts. Strong analytical skills, including creating and verifying reporting and monitoring tools. Proven ability to design new processes that deliver measurable improvements. 20.06 ph PAYE or 26.51 ph Umbrella

£49,392 - £53,493 (plus London Weighting of £4,219 or South-East Allowance of £3,375 where applicable) 30 roles across the UK, including Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, London, Liverpool, Nottingham, Sunderland and more. About the role The National Crime Agency is the UK's lead agency against serious and organised crime. Our Investigations Directorate tackles the highest-harm criminals and the most complex threats - from illicit finance and modern slavery to drugs, firearms, child sexual abuse and international corruption. As a Senior Investigator, you will lead and manage teams working on serious and organised crime investigations. You will act as a Deputy Senior Investigating Officer / Action Allocator, making high-stakes decisions, managing risk in pressurised environments, and working alongside partner agencies to pursue offenders and protect the public. Every day will be different. You will use innovative approaches and groundbreaking techniques to disrupt criminals who present the greatest threat to the UK. What we're looking for You will need: Significant, proven experience of supervising serious and complex investigations In-depth knowledge of relevant UK and international legislation Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with experience managing and developing teams PIP2 accreditation (or recognised equivalent), current/active within the last 3 years You will also be required to pass an eight-day Public and Personal Safety Training (PPST) course within your first six months in post. What you'll get: Civil Service pension with a 28.97% employer contribution 26 days' annual leave rising to 31 after 5 years, plus 8 bank holidays Flexible working options including flexi-time and compressed hours Interest-free loans, cycle to work, gym discounts and more Key Worker housing status and family-friendly policies Learning and development opportunities Virtual Open Evening Want to find out more before you apply? Join us online on Monday 11 May, 6-7pm via MS Teams. Register by midday on 11 May at the link in the full job listing. For full details and to apply, visit Civil Service Jobs (reference: 459258). Closing date: 11:55pm, Thursday 21 May 2026.

Operations Manager - Social Housing Refurbishment/Planned Maintenance Orpington based £70K +C ar Allowance + Benefits We are working with a leading national contractor operating within the property services market to recruit an Operations Manager to join their highly successful team based in Kent. The Operations Manager will oversee teams delivering planned maintenance programs including kitchen and bathroom refurbs, passive fire, decarbonisation/retrofit, electrical, legal disrepair and voids contracts for housing associations, ALMOs, and local councils. We are looking for candidates with comparable experience working for a Main Contractor.This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and driven Senior Contracts Manager with a determined and motivated attitude. You will be instrumental in managing the contracts and leading a team of Contract Managers, Site Manager's, Resident Liaison Officers, and subcontractors. Operations Manager Key Skills/Requirements: Ensure the delivery of the projects within the budget and time scales specified Experience as a Operations Manager delivering social housing / planned maintenance projects Focus on motivation of the workforce to deliver on time and to budget Focus on quality, customer service and deliver Driving profitability of the contract to include pricing and delivering of extra works Client and tenant satisfaction Process Management Management of the customer Have an understanding of the financials on the contract SMSTS Operations Manager Salary & Package You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive up to £70,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits.

Anti-Social Behaviour Team Leader About the Role We are looking for an experienced and driven ASB Team Leader to lead the delivery of a high-quality Anti-Social Behaviour service within a local authority. This is a key leadership role focused on improving outcomes for tenants and communities, tackling complex cases, and ensuring a proactive, customer-focused approach to ASB management. You will manage a team of ASB Officers while also handling a small caseload, providing expert guidance on complex cases and working closely with partners to reduce anti-social behaviour across communities. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of ASB Officers to deliver an effective, customer-focused service Oversee the investigation and resolution of ASB cases, ensuring compliance with policies and legislation Manage complex and high-risk cases, providing expert advice and support Carry out regular 1:1s, performance management, and team development Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners including Police, Social Services, and Health agencies Represent the organisation at court proceedings and multi-agency meetings Monitor service performance and drive continuous improvement Ensure safeguarding concerns are identified and managed appropriately Prepare reports and briefings for senior leadership Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing, ASB, and relevant legal frameworks Skills & Experience Proven experience managing anti-social behaviour cases within a local authority or similar environment Experience leading and managing teams Strong knowledge of ASB, housing, and tenancy legislation Experience working with multi-agency partners to resolve complex issues Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills Ability to manage a varied workload and make sound decisions under pressure Strong IT skills including housing systems and Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) Additional Information Full UK driving licence required and access to a vehicle 6 months contract with potential extension

Croydon Council are looking for a Senior Disrepair Specialist Officer to join their busy and high-profile Disrepair Team. You'll play a key role in inspecting properties, diagnosing disrepair issues, specifying works, and managing cases from start to completion. The role involves contractor management, Health & Safety monitoring, tenant liaison, coordinating temporary decants, and working closely with teams such as Legal and Tenancy. This position is site-based 4 days a week, with hybrid working from home and the office. Key Responsibilities Survey properties and specify disrepair works Raise orders and manage contractors Oversee cases from initial inspection to completion Carry out pre-, mid- and post-inspections Ensure Health & Safety compliance Support tenants through the works process Coordinate temporary decants Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders Requirements Strong property maintenance background Technical knowledge of repairs and building issues Disrepair experience preferred but training provided Experience in major repairs or project management desirable Social housing experience beneficial Understanding of H&S legislation Excellent communication and customer service skills Confident with Outlook (other systems training provided) Commercial awareness Full UK driving licence + Basic DBS Ideal fit: Maintenance Surveyors, Repairs/Voids Supervisors, Working Supervisors, Project Managers. For more information, please contact Izzie Guimaraes at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Housing Disrepair Fee Earner : £34,000 - £38,000 Location : Didsbury, Manchester A fantastic opportunity for a Housing Disrepair Fee Earner to join a well-regarded, modern law firm. A new firm is being set up in a beautiful building in Didsbury, and this is an exciting opportunity to join the team. The firm is full-service with a strong offering in litigation and in this role you will initially deal with legal matters relating to housing disrepair, property disputes and housing law. This firm also offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to progress into a senior position quickly due to their rapid expansion. The Role: Case Management: Managing an active caseload of housing disrepair matters from initial instruction through to completion or trial, ensuring compliance and a high standard of work througout. Legal Drafting: Preparing letters of claim, pleadings, formal court documents, witness statements, schedules of loss etc. Evidence Gathering: Liaising with surveyors, environmental health officers, and medical experts to obtain and review reports, assess liability, and quantify damages relating to housing conditions. Litigation & Settlements: Negotiating settlements with landlords, housing associations, and their representatives, attending case management hearings where required, and preparing trial bundles for court proceedings. The Individual: At least one year PQE with 1 year of fee-earning experience in Housing Disrepair. Experience handling housing disrepair claims, claimant litigation, or wider contentious civil litigation, ideally with exposure to the Housing Conditions Pre-Action Protocol. Technical Skills: Proficiency in case management systems such as Proclaim or similar platforms, alongside strong drafting skills and familiarity with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). Apply: If you're interested in applying for this HDR, Housing Disrepair Solicitor role in Manchester, please send your CV to: or call for more information.

Join us in delivering a tenant focused housing service that truly makes a difference. Cheltenham Borough Council has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Tenancy Management Officer to join the team. Location: Hesters Way Community Resource Centre, GL51 7SU Salary: £32,597 - £34,434 (pay award pending wef 1 April 2026) Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Close Date: Sunday 17th May click apply for full job details

We are recruiting on behalf of a South London local authority for a Senior Disrepair Specialist Officer to support the operational delivery of Awaab's Law. This role is critical in ensuring all emergency hazards are identified, reported, and resolved within 24 hours of notification. You will manage a small team delivering both proactive and reactive administrative support to the disrepair service, working closely with repairs partners, customer services, back-office, and operational teams. Acting as the key liaison for disrepair queries, you will support the Disrepair Manager by providing expert guidance and ensuring accurate diagnosis of disrepair cases across council housing stock. The post holder will play a central role in connecting front-line and back-office services, enabling clear communication and efficient responses to residents. You will champion a collaborative "One Team" approach to resolve complex cases and complaints, ensuring compliance with Awaab's Law and its escalation timeframes while driving continuous service improvement. Key responsibilities include supervising and coordinating team members, leading regular one-to-ones and team meetings, and maintaining strong performance management and wellbeing support. You will be responsible for meeting reporting deadlines, attending stakeholder meetings, and managing workloads to achieve targets across time, cost, and quality. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

ASA Recruitment's client, a Public Sector organisation in Glasgow, are currently looking to recruit a Housing Project Officer, for an initial 3 month contract (with potential extensions) on a rate £21.56 - £23.95/hour PAYE (based on experience). The Role Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and organised professional to assist in the development, management and delivery of our client's new build affordable housing programme. This will include supporting the identification of development opportunities, project management of the programme through to completion and monitoring and reporting on progress to a range of stakeholders. Responsibilities Assist the Senior Development Officer/Project Manager take forward agreed sites by liaising closely with the organisation's statutory authorities, private developers and housing services colleagues. Ensure that proposed new developments meet housing need and demand by liaising closely with colleagues responsible for the local development plan and local housing strategy. Liaising closely with Finance colleagues to ensure that new build proposals are financially viable. Assisting the delivery of the organisation's new build programme by: Briefing and appointing design teams/contractors and reporting on consultant/ contractor performance. Ensuring design proposals comply with ERC's standard design guide and specification, Housing for Varying Needs and Scottish Building Regulations. Monitoring and reporting on development spend v budget. Assisting in the procurement of design and construction works. Preparing of grant funding bids and inputting tender applications and grant claims to the Scottish Government's HARP portal. Maintaining administration systems in relation to new build. Attending design team and site meetings, liaising with consultants and contractors to agree final account. Undertaking post development completion reviews and identifying ways for improving future developments. Liaise with Housing Management colleagues to maximise input into proposals and develop/ refine handover procedures. Regularly update finance colleagues on spend against budget and anticipated development completion dates; ensure ERC's Community Benefits officer is aware of new build development programme in order to maximise community benefits. Support the handover of new developments ensuring that the organisation receives all relevant documentation and information required for the effective management and maintenance of the new properties, and to minimise any void period between handover and occupation. Ensure the defect period is managed effectively and reported defects are dealt with within agreed timescales. Ensure compliance with ERC's procurement policies and relevant guidance issued by Scottish Housing Regulator, Scottish Government and ERC's internal auditors. Regularly review ERC's design guide and specification to ensure it remains fit for purpose, incorporates best practice and customer feedback. Assist the Senior Development Officer/Project Manager prepare reports for senior management, elected members on project viability, progress and final account. Remain informed on emerging housing development policy and practice. Liaising with other services and external agencies including Housing Associations and the Scottish Government on strategic and new build housing matters. Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Head of Service or Manager. Essential Skills & Experience Experience of new build projects from inception to completion. Experience of working in a social housing environment. Experience of risk management and risk mitigation. Experience of working with performance indicators and targets. Experience of dealing with legal issues e.g Section 75 agreements. Experience of procuring construction works and services. Good understanding of construction industry legislation and Scottish Government grant requirements. Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Strong IT and report writing skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Ability to prioritise own workload. Good negotiating and influencing skills. Educated to degree level or equivalent. Desirable Skills & Experience Construction related qualification- project management, architecture, quantity surveying, planning or other appropriate discipline. Full Driving Licence. Membership of professional relevant body. Experience of dealing with legal issues e.g Section 75 agreements. Experience of procuring construction works and services.

Senior Social Work Practitioner GRADE: ME13with London Weighting and two increments for AMHP work DIRECTORATE: Adult Social Care Integrated Care & Public Health HOURS OF WORK: 35 RESPONSIBLE TO: Team Manager (LINE MANAGER) ACCOUNTABLE TO: Service Manager Head of Service, Mental Health RESPONSIBLE FOR: Social Work Staff, Support Workers, students or trainees as required LIAISES WITH: Multi Professionals, including in the Mental Health Trust - Inpatient and Community Services. Housing, Public Health. Adult, Older People and Children's Social Care and Health Services. Primary and Secondary Care Services. Statutory and non- Statutory Services OVERVIEW OF THE POST To provide advice consultation and professional supervision to a group of specialist mental health social care staff To be a lead practitioner in the team, ensuring the provision of a high quality and safe specialist mental health service to the defined service user group. The post holder will be expected to deliver a range of evidence-based interventions which will promote strengths base approach, social inclusion for this group of service users, who Experience low, moderate or severe or mental health issues. The post holder will work in partnership with a range of other services which may include EIS, Home Treatment Teams, Integrated Recovery Hubs Older People, Integrated Recovery Hubs (IRH), Acute, Inpatients Services, Voluntary and independent and community services. The principal purpose is to provide a person cantered approach, focusing on Strength, ability, and the resident existing networks The senior will be relied on to lead by example The Postholder will practice to the Department Social Work Model and guide colleagues in the team in this framework The post holder will work within the safeguarding adults and safeguarding children frameworks across the London Borough of Merton Able to act consistent with the Values of the Council KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster recovery through empowerment of Residents and carers by involving them in the planning of their care Establishing and maintaining consistent supportive relationships, which encourages increased self-determination and responsibility for service users and their care. Offer a range of evidence-based interventions and risk management approaches enabling the residents and carers to reduce and manage symptoms and high-risk behaviour. Offer practice guidance to colleagues in the team Be proactive, innovative and creative in delivering care, enabling the facilitation of service user's recovery. Engage residents and carers in relapse prevention and crisis planning providing intervention that maximize the ability to resolve crisis and prevent hospitalization. Support early discharge from both inpatient and Home Treatment Team by providing regular, formal reviews. Deliver a collaborative and responsive service through practice that is dictated by service users/carers intelligence and experience of their own situation . Display expertise in understanding and applying Social Care, Mental Health, Mental Capacity legislation and guidance. Display awareness of the wider range of Social Care legislation and policy, Be creative in ensuring information and advice is delivered in manner that will be receptive to others Act as Case Manager to a defined caseload of service users. Respond swiftly to crisis, providing intervention to prevent admission. Work closely with Carers. Ability to act independently carrying out function on the team's Duty system while also seeking to consult with seniors as required Recognize racial, cultural, sexual preference and linguistic differences. Ensure that record keeping/documentation reflects, prescribed departmental expectation. Maximize the use of resources within the team and available in the community. Have an understanding and work with the mental Health trust and Integrated Commissioning Board. Carry out the responsibility of being part of the Lead group in the service Ensure that care and support plans are reviewed and updated to take into account of the most recent information regarding Residents and Carer needs. It should reflect their views, their voice . Undertake risk assessment/management and positive risk taking by developing genuine interventions with those you are working with Carry out SAM or Enquiry Officer Duty under Safeguarding procedures, as appropriate Ensure activity/contact is entered promptly on Mosaic, conforming with Department Recording requirement. Provide carers assessment and care plans or support their production Work with Brokerage, mental health Social Work Service process to implement Care Packages, including personalised budgets, in the community. Knowledgeable about financial implications of the Care Act 2014, and Departmental policy and procedure arising from this Guide colleagues to ensure discussion regards Financial implication of the Cre Act are discussed with residents and Carers 3. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Maintain professional relationships with other agencies, e.g.,; Neighbourhood Services, Police, Probation Service, Education, Advocacy, PALS, Benefits and Voluntary Services to ensure provision of a quality package of care and service delivery for the service users and their carers. 4. SERVICE DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY Participate in service development and partake in the evaluation of the quality of service delivery. Support and facilitate initiative in developing service user's participation groups. Assist in planning, undertaking and evaluating specific projects related to clinical practice within the community. 5. MANAGEMENT/ AUDIT Implement and participate in orientation and local induction programmes for staff. Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within the agreed time scale. Participate in research, audit reviews and other initiatives in accordance to expected Governance. Be responsible for ensuring that accurate records are kept in accordance with Council policies and legal requirements. Report all complaints and or incidents in accordance with Local Authority procedures and ensure that the line manager is informed. Actively contribute to the development and review of policies and procedures based upon best practice. 6. TRAINING Ensure that own knowledge and skills are constantly updated. Attain appropriate levels of computer literacy Facilitate students achieving their competencies relevant to their outcome. Attend mandatory training as outlined by Trust policies. Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post, through continuous Professional Development Be an approved mental health practitioner, providing assessments as required by the mental health act. Or willingness to undertake AMHP training if required Undertake SAM training and practice as a SAM 7. PROFESSIONAL To participate in the AMHP Duty rota, providing a source of support and advice to those undertaking duties under the Mental Health Act 1983, and to provide specialist cover as necessary. Have a working knowledge of current appropriate legislations - The Children's Act, Care Act (2014), Carers legislation and the Mental Health Act (1983) and other relevant legislation. Be aware of and adhere to Local Authority procedures. Set own objectives through Appraisal, work towards achieving these Deliver and engage in regular professional supervision. Adhere to and work within the guidelines of own professional code of practice. Maintain registration of care profession and membership in relation to the relevant professional qualification Act as a positive role model for colleagues. Ensure that full regard is taken of the dignity, individuality and well-being of residents and carers. Be accountable for own practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence. Advocate and promote self-advocacy for service users/carers. 8. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Communicate effectively with other members of the service pertaining the assessment, care plan, risk factors, relapse signature, sign of deterioration in service user's mental and physical conditions. Ensure that information of a sensitive and contentious content is handled with professionalism and communicated appropriately to clearly identified persons. Respond to emergency situations in a clear and supportive manner showing sensitivity and direction at all times. 9. CONFIDENTIALITY In the course of your employment you will handle confidential personal information You must not read, discuss, disclose or pass on confidential information unless it is necessary in the pursuance of your legitimate duties. Unauthorized disclosure of such information will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter. In addition it is important that you realize that if this confidentiality is breached, this may result in civil proceedings or a criminal prosecution. 10. HEALTH AND SAFETY . click apply for full job details

Senior Social Worker - Mental Health (Older People & Adults) MAIN PURPOSE: To work as part of a combined, Older People and Adults Social Care mental health service. To liaise with staff who are Care Coordinators or equivalent, in the mental health Trust. Responding to request for Social Care interventions under the Care Act and other relevant legislation To offer Health or other staff advice and guidance for statutory MHA work and the social care agenda with regards to this service. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To undertake holistic strengths based assessments under the Care Act Following this, formulate Care and Support plans, which evidence Person Centred approach Ensure that appropriate care is delivered; regularly review the care plan, and adjust services where appropriate. Implement Department Practice Model, evidence choice and promoting independence, Encouraging Residents to engage with their recovery. Initiate relevant initiatives including those promoted by Public Health ,to support residents in having healthy lifestyle and relapse prevention. Competent use of Mosaic To carry out risk assessments and demonstrate risk management and positive risk-taking and regular review. To demonstrate effective communication with a range of agencies and professionals. To support residents to commission services they require through Self Directed Support and arrange appropriate statutory services. Provide required written and verbal evidence to funding Panels in order to seek funds for costed services. Present to housing panels with a view to obtaining sheltered accommodation, residential care or part purchased accommodation for service users. To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of the impact of medication and its associated side effects and be able to monitor and raise concerns To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of Cognitive change and impact on mental and physical wellbeing and to document and raise concerns as necessary To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of Neurodiversity To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of physiological change that takes place in older age, and impact on mental and physical wellbeing and functioning and to document and raise concerns as necessary To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of different functional mental illness to enable appropriately support to those experiencing these conditions and to document and raise concerns as necessary To work with residents when they are in crisis, including Psychiatric. Working collectively with Health Colleagues expertise. To write social circumstances reports on allocated service users for Mental Health Review Tribunals and managers hearings. Ensuring that resident's social care needs, as related to their mental health are met under Section 117 of the Mental Health Act. To participate in the team duty rota To have a sound working knowledge of safeguarding, and be able to undertake duties of an Enquiry Officer - write reports and follow through protection plans and close cases. Where required, to be able to demonstrate the above for child protection. Ensure evidence trail for this work is in the required documents in Mosaic To complete Carers assessments and implement packages of care where required. Work alongside the department's contracted Carer agencies To ensure that their work is consistent with the London Borough of Merton policies, which apply to their practice. To liaise with other agencies both statutory and in the private and voluntary sector To attend both management and professional supervision on a regular basis, and to participate actively in the supervision process. To attend team meetings, both Practice and Business, on a regular basis. To ensure that equal opportunities are embedded in all areas of work. To work with residents and carers in the assessments process and implement services to help keep residents living at home as long and safely as possible Undertake functions of a Social Supervisor, under the Mental Health Act, as required To participate in the Duty AMHP Service, as qualified AMHP. To build a good working relationship with providers of services and be involved in regular reviews of placements that are funded by LBM All social workers are expected to maintain their continuing professional development and keep their registration with the Health and Care Professionals Council up to date. All AMHPs are responsible for keeping their AMHP practice and Refresher training up to-date and provide written reports for all assessments. To build and develop good working relationships with third sector services that operate in LBM Identify residents appropriate for Breathing Space initiative and implement as directed Carry out functions under the Menal Capacity Act. This would include being Best Interest Assessor, regards Deprivation of Liberty.

Finance Assistant (Permanent) Location: Kings Cross, Central London Contract Type: Permanent Annual Salary: Up to 30,000 Working Pattern: Full-Time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Are you passionate about finance and eager to make a difference in the housing sector? Join a dynamic finance team at a dedicated public sector organisation based in the heart of London! We are on the lookout for a motivated Finance Assistant who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering excellent customer service. Our client is a small but impactful social housing landlord that prioritises residents in everything they do. Their team works closely together, ensuring that every member plays a vital role in enhancing the lives of their residents. If you are ready to contribute to their "one team" approach, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: As a Finance Assistant, you will take on a variety of tasks that support our client's finance function, including: Invoice Processing: Assisting with the processing and coding of purchase invoices. Supplier Payments: Helping prepare supplier payment runs and responding to supplier queries. Service Charge Accounts: Assisting in the preparation of Service Charge accounts for residents. Bank Receipts: Processing bank receipts, ensuring rent ledgers are consistently updated. General Office Duties: Providing support with various office tasks as required. What You'll Do: You will report directly to the Senior Finance Officer and play a crucial role in maintaining financial processes. Your day-to-day tasks will include: Maintaining the purchase ledger and processing invoices. Keeping tenant rent accounts updated with receipts, including Housing Benefit payments. Preparing bank reconciliations and ensuring accurate electronic filing. Upholding confidentiality and adhering to GDPR and Data Protection policies. Who We're Looking For: To excel in this role, you should possess: Strong IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook). A good command of both Maths and English. Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail. Basic accounting knowledge or experience (AAT qualification is a plus!). Awareness of GDPR regulations and the importance of data security. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Working Conditions: Hours: Office-based for 3 to 5 days per week. Core Hours: 9am to 5pm with a one-hour lunch break. Location: Kings Cross, Central London What We Offer: Competitive salary ranging up to 30,000 per annum. Generous holiday allowance of 26 days per year, plus bank holidays. Pension scheme with an 8.5% employer contribution. Opportunity for AAT study package if desired. A supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Ready for a new challenge? If you are excited about the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the housing sector and are eager to grow your finance career, we would love to hear from you! Interviews will take place in person in late April, so candidates will ideally be immediately available or on a short notice period (1 month maximum).

We're recruiting an experienced Homeless Intervention Officer to join a busy local authority housing service, supporting the delivery of a proactive homelessness prevention and relief function. This is a frontline, statutory role focused on early intervention, preventing homelessness and managing crisis cases. You will work directly with vulnerable residents, carrying out assessments, making legal decisions and delivering tailored housing solutions in line with current legislation. The Role - Triage new homelessness approaches, providing advice and early intervention to prevent homelessness - Conduct full homelessness assessments and determine duties in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 - Develop and manage Personalised Housing Plans, taking all reasonable steps to prevent or relieve homelessness - Make and review statutory homeless decisions, ensuring compliance with legislation and mitigating risk of legal challenge - Assess eligibility for temporary accommodation and support placements into suitable housing options - Carry out detailed interviews, including home visits, to assess housing and support needs - Work collaboratively with landlords, agents, family members and partner agencies to resolve housing issues - Manage complex cases involving safeguarding, domestic abuse, mental health and vulnerable households - Provide advice on a full range of housing options including private rented sector, hostels and social housing - Maintain accurate case records, reports and system updates in line with policy and GDPR requirements - Liaise closely with Temporary Accommodation teams to support move-on into settled housing - Refer cases to specialist services including outreach, mental health and support providers where required - Keep up to date with relevant legislation, case law and best practice to inform decision-making Key Requirements - Experience working in a homelessness, housing options or prevention role within a local authority - Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation including Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 - Experience making or supporting statutory homelessness decisions - Ability to manage complex and high-risk cases involving vulnerable residents - Experience developing and managing Personalised Housing Plans - Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle difficult conversations sensitively - Experience working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners - Ability to manage a busy caseload and prioritise effectively - Strong IT skills and experience maintaining accurate case records What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Options Officers, Homelessness Officers and Prevention Officers looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Connexus exists to ensure our customers have homes they can build a life in, and our repairs and maintenance service is central to making that happen. We're looking for a Head of Repairs Operations to lead this vital function and play a key role in shaping the future of our homes and communities. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you'll provide operational leadership across repairs and maintenance services. You'll lead large, multi-disciplinary teams and contractors, manage significant budgets, and ensure services are safe, efficient, customer-focused and fully compliant. As a senior leader, you'll set direction, drive performance and foster a culture where colleagues are empowered to continuously improve how services are delivered. This role is central to our ongoing transformation of repairs, moving beyond a transactional model to one that is smarter, more joined-up and responsive to customer needs. You'll work closely with asset management and building safety colleagues to deliver a coordinated, future-focused approach to maintaining high-quality homes. If you're an experienced leader with a strong background in housing repairs or maintenance, a passion for customer-centred services and the ability to lead change at scale, this is an opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. This role has been identified as suitable for hybrid working which will be a combination of home working and working from our offices, with Head office at Craven Arms and travel to other offices as required. Shortlisting date: 05 May 2026 Interview date: 11 and 20 May 2026 About Connexus Connexus is a rural housing association with its heritage in Shropshire and Herefordshire, providing good quality, affordable and safe homes that customers are proud to live in. We create inclusive neighbourhoods, sustainable rural communities, and provide services that support our customers to build a life in their home. The work our teams do is varied, and no two days are the same. We provide an excellent offer for colleagues which includes flexible working options combined with some fantastic benefits. We're here to support colleagues at every step of the way with training and development opportunities, helping you make the most of your career. If you want to work with like-minded people and would like to make a difference to the lives of our customers, Connexus could be the right fit for you. Connexus is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce, this is because we really understand the importance of different voices, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds within our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.

We're recruiting an experienced Tenancy Support Officer (New Builds) to support residents settling into new homes within a busy local authority housing service. This is a frontline, resident-focused role supporting new and transferring tenants during the critical first 6-12 months of their tenancy. You will work closely with vulnerable households to provide tailored support, prevent tenancy breakdown, and ensure successful long-term sustainment across new build properties. The Role - Manage a caseload of new and transferring tenants, providing tailored tenancy sustainment support - Assess individual needs and develop personalised support plans to promote independent living - Support tenants to settle into their homes, understand tenancy conditions and manage their tenancies effectively - Work closely with tenancy enforcement and income teams to support tenancy sustainment and address risks early - Monitor rent accounts, support with arrears prevention and refer for financial and welfare advice where needed - Support tenants to access welfare benefits, manage finances and maximise income - Carry out risk assessments, particularly for vulnerable tenants with complex needs including mental health or substance misuse - Refer and coordinate support with external agencies including social services, mental health services, probation and voluntary organisations - Attend multi-agency meetings including MARAC, safeguarding, hoarding and high-risk panels - Maintain accurate case records, support plans and performance data on housing systems - Liaise with tenants and advocate on their behalf in relation to ASB, tenancy issues and service access - Support tenants with practical aspects of maintaining their home including reporting repairs and managing their environment - Investigate and respond to complaints from residents, MPs and Councillors - Work collaboratively with housing officers and estate teams to support tenancy management across new build schemes - Ensure all work is delivered in line with housing legislation, safeguarding responsibilities and council policies Key Requirements - Experience working with social housing tenants within a local authority, housing association or similar environment - Strong experience supporting vulnerable residents with complex needs - Knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation and tenancy management principles - Experience managing caseloads, carrying out assessments and developing support plans - Ability to handle complex cases and present at multi-agency meetings or case conferences - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence outcomes - Experience working with partner agencies including health, social care and support services - Good understanding of safeguarding for children, young people and vulnerable adults - Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment - Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and housing management systems - Understanding of ASB, tenancy issues and early intervention approaches - Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider housing service What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Tenancy Support Officers, Housing Officers and Tenancy Sustainment professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

One of my local authority clients in the Hertfordshire region are currently on the search for a Senior Private Sector Housing Officer. Role: Private Sector Housing Officer Rate: Neogitable Start date: ASAP Working pattern: 2 days on site 37hrs Role Duties: Investigation of complaints regarding housing in line with council policies and procedures, using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Where appropriate, to initiate and follow through formal enforcement action under Housing Act 2004. Mandatory licensing of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) including investigation and enforcement of unlicensed HMOs. Investigating unlicensed HMO's carrying out rogue landlord work You will be required on site 2 days per week with the remaining 3 days working from home.

Join us in delivering a tenant focused housing service that truly makes a difference. Cheltenham Borough Council has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Tenancy Management Officer to join the team. Location: Hesters Way Community Resource Centre, GL51 7SU Salary: £32,597 - £34,434 (pay award pending wef 1 April 2026) Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Close Date: Sunday 17th May 2026 Come and work for an award-winning organisation! We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting what is good about our town. We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance. Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team. Senior Tenancy Management Officer The Role: As a trusted advocate for residents, you'll help tenants thrive in safe, settled homes, tackling complex cases, driving positive change and stepping in when it matters most. You'll work closely with partners, lead on safeguarding and inspections, and mentor others as you help shape stronger, safer communities. Senior Tenancy Management Officer Key Responsibilities: - Act as a tenant advocate, building positive relationships and taking ownership of issues to ensure high customer satisfaction - Manage temporary furnished accommodation non-secure tenancies within a defined neighbourhood, including monthly visits - Handle complex tenancy matters (mutual exchanges, succession, breaches) and undertake legal action on behalf of CBC - Pro-actively support tenants at risk, working restoratively to sustain tenancies and drive behaviour change - Carry out neighbourhood inspections, welfare checks, home visits and safeguarding referrals - Work in partnership with the property team, community investment team and external agencies on repairs, fire safety, planned works and community activities - Mentor less experienced colleagues and lead on research and scoping for service improvements - Maintain accurate records on QL and Documotive, ensuring compliance with all policies and statutory standards Senior Tenancy Management Officer You: - A proven track record of supporting operational delivery and holding others to account - Proven experience of delivering statutory housing or similar support services, with knowledge of tenancy and housing management policy and practice, and relevant landlord and tenant legislation and codes of practice - Experience in challenging customer-facing situations, with strong communication, diplomacy, negotiation and customer service resolution skills - Valid driving licence with access to a vehicle - An accredited housing management qualification and/or relevant experience in a housing management role is desirable What we can do for you - An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rata) rising to 31 days (pro rata) after five years (excluding Bank Holidays) - A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours - A comprehensive programme of learning and development - Two days (pro rata) paid time off for volunteering - Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes - Access to free counselling services - Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will then have access to our Healthcare Cashback Plan - A cycle to work scheme - Low-cost town centre parking - A commitment to employee wellbeing To submit your application for this Senior Tenancy Management Officer opportunity, please click Apply now!

We're recruiting an experienced Resident Liaison Officer to support a programme of construction and refurbishment works, acting as the key link between residents and delivery teams. This is a resident-focused role ensuring clear communication, strong engagement and effective resolution of issues throughout project delivery. The successful candidate will play a vital role in minimising disruption and maintaining positive relationships with residents during works. The Role - Act as the primary point of contact for residents, providing clear and regular updates on works, timelines and project progress. - Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, ensuring they feel informed, supported and engaged throughout the programme. - Manage and resolve resident enquiries and complaints promptly and professionally, minimising disruption and escalation. - Conduct site and home visits to discuss works, address concerns and gather feedback from residents. - Liaise closely with contractors, site teams and project managers to ensure consistent communication and service delivery. - Maintain accurate records of all resident interactions, complaints and outcomes, ensuring a clear audit trail. - Provide feedback to project teams on recurring issues, trends and opportunities for service improvement. - Support vulnerable residents, ensuring additional needs are identified and appropriate support is in place. - Ensure all communication is clear, accessible and tailored to meet the needs of a diverse resident base. - Contribute to a positive customer experience, ensuring works are delivered with minimal impact on residents. Key Requirements - Experience working in a Resident Liaison Officer, customer service or housing-related role within construction, housing or property services. - Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage confidently with residents and stakeholders. - Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and manage relationships effectively. - Experience handling complaints and resolving issues in a professional and proactive manner. - Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records. - Ability to work collaboratively with contractors, site teams and internal stakeholders. - Experience supporting residents in a customer-facing environment, ideally within housing or construction. - Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. - Ability to be site-based 3-4 days per week. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Resident Liaison Officers, Housing Officers and Customer Service professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

We're recruiting an experienced Temporary Accommodation Placement Officer to join a busy local authority housing service, supporting the placement of homeless households into suitable emergency and temporary accommodation. This is a fast-paced, frontline role focused on sourcing and allocating temporary accommodation in line with statutory duties. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring residents are placed into safe, suitable and affordable accommodation while receiving clear advice and support throughout the process. The Role - Manage the end-to-end temporary accommodation placement process, ensuring homeless households are placed into suitable accommodation in line with statutory duties. - Source and book temporary accommodation on a daily basis, including emergency and interim placements. - Assess applicants' housing needs, ensuring suitability, affordability and support requirements are fully considered. - Conduct difficult conversations with residents, including refusal of offers and discharge of duty decisions where required. - Sign up households into temporary accommodation, ensuring all documentation is completed accurately, including housing benefit applications. - Provide clear housing advice, guidance and support to residents on their housing options, including temporary and longer-term solutions. - Work collaboratively with Housing Options, Homelessness and other housing services to achieve positive outcomes for residents. - Arrange and coordinate moves into and out of temporary accommodation, including transport, removals, storage and interpreting services. - Support emergency decants and transfers, ensuring residents are moved quickly and safely when required. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on housing management systems, ensuring compliance with legal and operational requirements. - Ensure all placements and decisions are made in line with housing legislation, policies and procedures. - Support a customer-focused service, ensuring residents receive a compassionate and responsive experience. - Contribute to service improvements by identifying trends, challenges and opportunities to enhance delivery. Key Requirements - Experience working within a local authority or housing association in a temporary accommodation, homelessness or housing options role. - Strong understanding of housing legislation, particularly in relation to homelessness duties and temporary accommodation. - Experience assessing housing needs and making suitability decisions for accommodation placements. - Ability to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment. - Experience working in a customer-facing role, supporting vulnerable residents and handling complex situations. - Confidence in managing difficult conversations, including refusals and sensitive casework. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt to different audiences. - Good IT skills and experience using housing or case management systems. - Strong organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail in record keeping. - Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners. - Understanding of safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion within housing services. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Options Officers, Temporary Accommodation Officers and Homelessness professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.