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Resident Liaison Officer Location: Sunderland (site-based with travel) Contract: Temp-to-Perm Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Salary: 30,000- 32,000 Start: ASAP (subject to notice) The Role We're recruiting an experienced Resident Liaison Officer to support a retrofit programme across Sunderland. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering long-term prospects for the right person. You'll be the key point of contact for residents throughout the works - keeping customers informed, coordinating access, resolving concerns, and ensuring the programme is delivered smoothly with a strong customer-first approach. This position involves travel between sites, so you must have a full UK driving licence. Key Responsibilities Lead resident and community engagement activities and build strong local relationships Proactively communicate upcoming works, timescales and expectations (letters, calls, face-to-face visits) Act as the main point of contact for resident queries, concerns and feedback Coordinate access arrangements and appointments to support delivery teams Resolve access/resident-related issues quickly, escalating where appropriate Maintain accurate records of communications, access agreements, actions and outcomes Essential Requirements Experience in a resident-facing/face-to-face customer service role Able to handle sensitive situations with empathy, professionalism and resilience Strong communication and negotiation skills Good IT skills (Microsoft Office) Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience Previous experience as a Resident/Tenant/Customer Liaison Officer Experience within social housing and/or planned works/retrofit programmes Interested? If you're a resident-focused professional looking for a role with long-term potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your up-to-date CV or call Jess on (phone number removed). RLO, TLO, CLO, Resident Liaison, Tennant Liaison, Sunderland, North East, Retrofit, Property Services

Resident Engagement Officer Location: Home Based, covering theNorth East Salary: £32,300 per annum plus £3,715 car allowance Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time It matters. So we re bringing it closer to home. Our customers have told us they want us to understand their needs at a local level, and to be more visible in the communities we serve. We ve listened. That s why we re creating new roles, strengthening our local presence, and looking for people who want to be part of what comes next. We need a Resident Engagement Officer, internally known as a Customer Engagement Officer, who is motivated by real community impact - someone who doesn t just gather feedback, but turns it into meaningful change for customers and neighbourhoods. This is your opportunity to work at the heart of our communities: building trusted relationships, amplifying customer voices, and helping shape the services we deliver every day. What you ll be doing You ll play a key role in making sure our customers feel heard, valued and able to influence decisions that affect the services we provide, their homes and communities. In this role, you will: Deliver a wide range of engagement activities - from community events and workshops to digital and survey-based insight Build strong, trusted relationships with residents, including those from underrepresented or harder-to-reach groups Turn customer feedback into clear, actionable insight that drives service improvements Support colleagues across the organisation to engage effectively and confidently with customers Coordinate and support customer panels, forums and scrutiny groups Capture, analyse and share feedback to influence decision-making at all levels Promote engagement opportunities using a variety of channels to maximise reach and inclusion Work collaboratively across teams to ensure customer voice leads to real, visible change Represent Stonewater within local communities, partnerships and events Ensure all engagement activity is inclusive, accessible and aligned with regulatory expectations What you ll bring You re someone who connects easily with people and genuinely cares about making a difference. We re looking for: Experience in customer engagement, community work, or customer service Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences A natural ability to build trust and rapport with customers and community groups Good organisational skills and attention to detail An understanding of housing services or a strong willingness to learn A clear commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion Confidence working independently while staying connected to a wider team IT confidence, including using digital tools to support engagement Location and flexibility This role is home based, but you ll need to live in the North / East and be happy to travel across the region to connect with customers and communities in that particular locality. Why join us? At Stonewater, our customer promise is We are proud to make things personal; if it matters to our customers, it matters to us. This is a chance to help shape services that truly reflect what customers need. If you re motivated by customer impact and want to be part of an organisation that is committed to listening and improving, we d love to hear from you. Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory references, a satisfactory DBS and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Voids & Lettings Officer Housing Association East London 28.56 per hour Umbrella Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid Working - Site & Home Based We are recruiting for an experienced Voids & Lettings Officer to join a leading Housing Association in East London on an initial 6-month contract. This is a key role within the Operations team, responsible for managing the end-to-end voids, allocations and lettings process, ensuring homes are re-let quickly, efficiently and in full compliance with housing legislation, policies and nomination agreements. Key Responsibilities: Manage void properties from vacancy through to successful tenancy sign-up. Coordinate allocations, lettings, transfers and rehousing cases. Advertise properties, manage shortlists and process nominations via Locata. Liaise with Local Authorities, housing officers and external stakeholders. Arrange property viewings and ensure all compliance documentation is in place. Monitor void performance, maintain accurate records and support KPI reporting. Deliver excellent customer service throughout the lettings journey. Requirements: Previous experience within social housing lettings, allocations and voids management. Strong knowledge of housing legislation, nomination agreements and allocations processes. Experience using housing management systems such as Northgate, Locata or similar. Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and manage a busy caseload to tight deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected housing provider and make a real impact on reducing void times and helping residents access quality housing. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Housing Officer (Specialised Supported Housing) The Opportunity: We are seeking a resilient, customer-focused Housing Officer for an ongoing interim assignment covering a defined region in North London. In this field-based role, you will report directly to the Head of Housing and provide expert, person-centred housing support to individuals living within Specialised Supported Housing. Your primary focus will be assisting vulnerable tenants to maintain their tenancies and achieve independent living aspirations. You will take full responsibility for regional tenancy management, lettings, and vital Housing Benefit sign-ups, working closely with on-site care teams and external agencies to deliver a highly sympathetic and professional service. Key Duties: Deliver a full regional tenancy management service, addressing complaints, resolving anti-social behaviour (ASB), and providing expert housing advice to scheme staff and tenants. Manage the complete lettings cycle, ensuring all allocations comply with policy and legislation, processing terminations, and preparing tenancy agreements and information packs. Coordinate the sign-up of new tenants, overseeing the complete submission, tracking, and backdate requests for Housing Benefit and council tax forms. Conduct proactive scheme visits at least annually to monitor individual tenant wellbeing, care needs, and risk assessments in collaboration with on-site care teams. Drive a customer-focused approach to meet performance targets, minimize void property times, and co-create strategic void plans for long-term vacancies. Liaise closely with local authorities, health services, social services, and surveyors during care planning, safeguarding issues, or maintenance reviews. Act as a technical expert for scheme staff regarding rents and benefits regulations, delivering localized training where required. Lead operational housing projects, track performance data, and assist the Head of Housing with third-party Management Agreements and Lease reviews. Requirements: Experience: Essential previous experience working within a housing association in a similar role, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality housing management services. Knowledge: Sound knowledge of Housing Benefit regulations, compliance frameworks, and an understanding of the Supported Housing sector or Intensive Housing Management models. Qualifications: CIH Level 3 qualified (or holding equivalent relevant housing management qualifications) is highly desirable. Skills: Excellent communicator with a "can-do" attitude, robust stakeholder management skills, and a passionate commitment to putting tenants at the heart of the service. Core Competencies: Confident at lone working and making independent decisions, with the ability to maintain strict data confidentiality and adhere to health and safety practices. Mobility: Ability to operate flexibly as a field-based officer across North London, with a willingness to undertake occasional travel to the main head office in Leicester for meetings and training. How to Apply: Please apply for this role online or contact Matt Baird at Avalon for a confidential discussion. Avalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practise a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.

H&S Officer for Joseph Rowntree Housing for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East, reporting into the H&S Manager. Client Details At Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT), we're not just offering jobs - we're building a community of passionate people who want to make a real difference. Whether you work in housing, care, or a supporting service, you'll find a purpose driven organisation where your ideas are welcomed, your development is supported, and your impact matters. We have 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East, with our head office being based in York and offer an agile working model. JRHT strives to be a housing association that is sustainable and engaging, providing high quality and continuously improving services and decent affordable homes in well-managed communities, prioritising those in greatest need. We're proud of our values-driven culture. We believe in trust, care, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and each other. At JRHT, you'll find a workplace where you can be yourself, feel part of something bigger, and do work that means something. The Compliance & Safety Team at JRHT has undertaken a strategic plan for enhanced growth to support legislative changes in the housing sector to future proof the safety of our customers. As part of this strategy we are recruiting to 3 specialist positions: Head of Compliance Health & Safety Manager Health & Safety Officer Description H&S Officer for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East, reporting into the H&S Manager Risk assessments and method statements Managing the H&S inbox enquiries Ensuring H&S works issued have been carried out by the wider team Support with incident investigations Co-ordination of H&S activities Data processing and using the H&S system Profile IOSH qualification Experience operating in a similar role in the housing, health care or safety sectors Able to carry out risk assessments and method statements Passion for safety Commutable distance of York Job Offer 40,076 Agile & flexible working model Excellent Pension Scheme with a 6% employer contribution, plus Death in Service 33 days paid holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell more Wellbeing Hub, face-to-face counselling, access to staff network groups and an Employee Support Programme offering confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year Cost of living support with discounts and vouchers with 800+ retailers, utility services and supermarkets via the Rewards Portal Emergency Leave, Carers Leave and enhanced new-parent and adoption pay Health Care Cash Plan and gym membership discounts Free on-site parking, Season ticket Travel Loan and a Cycle To Work Scheme

Health & Safety Manager for Joseph Rowntree Housing for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East. Client Details At Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT), we're not just offering jobs - we're building a community of passionate people who want to make a real difference. Whether you work in housing, care, or a supporting service, you'll find a purpose driven organisation where your ideas are welcomed, your development is supported, and your impact matters. We have 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East, with our head office being based in York and offer an agile working model. JRHT strives to be a housing association that is sustainable and engaging, providing high quality and continuously improving services and decent affordable homes in well-managed communities, prioritising those in greatest need. We're proud of our values-driven culture. We believe in trust, care, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and each other. At JRHT, you'll find a workplace where you can be yourself, feel part of something bigger, and do work that means something. The Compliance & Safety Team at JRHT has undertaken a strategic plan for enhanced growth to support legislative changes in the housing sector to future proof the safety of our customers. As part of this strategy we are recruiting to 3 specialist positions: Head of Compliance Health & Safety Manager Health & Safety Officer Description H&S Manager for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East Line management of a H&S Officer with support from the wider compliance team Construction and Corporate H&S for the organisation H&S policies and procedures CDM Management of the H&S dashboard matrix and the Assure system Fire risk actions H&S training and development Site inspections, risk assessments and method statements Incident investigations To work in partnership with key stakeholders including the property services team and HSE Profile NEBOSH qualification H&S expertise including IOSH, CDM and RIDDOR Experience operating in a similar role in the housing or care sectors Understanding of construction/maintenance H&S Commutable distance of York Job Offer 57,239 salary Agile & flexible working model Excellent Pension Scheme with a 6% employer contribution, plus Death in Service 33 days paid holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell more Wellbeing Hub, face-to-face counselling, access to staff network groups and an Employee Support Programme offering confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year Cost of living support with discounts and vouchers with 800+ retailers, utility services and supermarkets via the Rewards Portal Emergency Leave, Carers Leave and enhanced new-parent and adoption pay Health Care Cash Plan and gym membership discounts Free on-site parking, Season ticket Travel Loan and a Cycle To Work Scheme

Communications Officer Salary: 30,000 - 34,000 We're working with a large, well-established organisation in the North East that provides housing, property services and community investment to tens of thousands of customers across the region. With a strong social purpose and a focus on improving lives and places, they are known for delivering high-quality services while continuing to invest in their people, technology and communities. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys creating engaging content, working collaboratively across teams and using digital platforms to connect people and share key messages in a purpose-driven environment. The role You'll support the delivery of the internal communications strategy, helping to ensure colleagues stay informed, engaged and aligned. Key responsibilities include: Planning and delivering internal communications activity across multiple channels Creating high-quality content for digital and offline platforms Managing and developing the organisation's intranet (Workvivo) as a key communication tool Working closely with stakeholders across the business to source and share content Supporting corporate events and engagement initiatives Liaising with external agencies for design, print and digital content Maintaining a content calendar and keeping systems up to date About you Experience in a communications or marketing role Strong writing and content creation skills across different channels Confident using CMS platforms, digital tools and analytics Able to build strong relationships across a business and influence stakeholders Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities A communications-related qualification or degree is preferred, alongside a commitment to ongoing professional development. Desirable Experience in internal communications or colleague engagement Background in housing or a similarly regulated sector This role would suit someone looking to develop their career in a collaborative organisation where you can make a genuine impact and contribute to meaningful work across the business. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit (url removed) and (url removed) for our privacy policy.

My client, a leading Housing Association across London and the South East, has a fantastic opportunity for a Housing Assistant for a six month interim assignment. This is a hybrid role, working from the office in Stratford two days a week and agile for three days. Supporting the Neighbourhood Officers and Area Manager to deliver a first class customer experience to residents. You will be supporting the North West London team so a knowledge of this area would be beneficial. Duties include. Provide administrative assistant to the team, ensuring KPI's are met. Working with Officers to fully resolve resident issues and requests at quality and pace. Such as; tenancy changes, general service charge enquiries, keys and fobs, reporting issues, chasing issues, requesting a service, processing successions, system updates, garage tenancy agreements, mutual exchange, etc. Liaison with residents to obtain feedback on services and service delivery and the provision of creative solutions where necessary. Provides fantastic customer service to residents and stakeholders. Responds to resident enquiries at first point of contact, either face to face, on the phone, digitally, or by letter, and participates in a duty rota, on a variety of matters. Exceptional customer service skills Confident in making decisions that are resident focused. A good working knowledge of housing legislation, tenancy legislation and property management regulation. Excellent verbal communication skills Good time management skills, ability to prioritise, copes well under pressure and meet targets. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has a solid understanding of the housing sector and wants to further develop their career within the sector.

Newlon Housing Trust is a successful charitable housing association and one of the major providers of new affordable housing in north and east London. Working as part of the Building Safety Team, you will take responsibility for ensuring that Newlon meets it statutory landlord compliance obligations in relation to Fire Risk Assessments for all properties. You will deliver a high quality and robust compliance and responsive service, ensuring works and servicing programmes are delivered effectively, on time and required standards are met. Your duties will include monitoring reports, raising repairs and the allocation of identified Fire Risk Assessment tasks to relevant teams and specialist contractors, as well as other admin and database duties relating to building safety. Having previously worked in a similar role, you will have substantial compliance experience and will ideally be a member of a relevant body such has IOSH, RICS, CIOB, RIBA, CIBSE or IFSM. You will need to hold a health and safety qualification such as NEBOSH or IOSH. You will also need demonstrable experience and knowledge of current housing related legislation in relation to Fire/Structural Safety and Fire Risk Assessment work streams, as well as experience of managing Health and Safety with safety regulations. An excellent communicator with a focus on providing high quality customer service, you will be able to build rapport with residents and maintain effective working relationships. You will also need the flexibility to be able to travel from site to site, as and when required. In return, you can expect 27 days holiday, a non-contributory pension, excellent benefits and a flexi scheme. You'll also be working out of purpose-built offices that form part of the award-winning Hale Village regeneration project, and are situated just two minutes' walk from the major transport interchange at Tottenham Hale. For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website via the button below. Closing date: 23:59 on Monday 6 October 2025 Interviews will be held at the Newlon Head Office on Wednesday 15 October 2025 Newlon Housing Trust is a charitable housing association and a committed Equal Opportunities employer. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. No agencies please.