As a Senior Business support officer you will be required to do the following: Administrative Duties Support the Business Improvement and Support Manager with the development and delivery of key administrative functions for the designated service area. Line management of administrative staff to ensure effective support and delivery of key functions. Ensure staff are supervised, appropriately trained and have up to date My Annual Reviews. Contribute to service planning and delivery Manage routine enquiries from members of the general public and partner agencies. Work closely with senior managers to ensure services are flexible and in line with business needs. Attend key strategic meetings to contribute to planning and ensure key messages are understand and effectively communicated. Ensure localised administration procedures are relevant, maintained and distributed Manage the organisation of events, trips and related administration. Liaise with Service Leads to provide reports for meetings, ensuring deadlines are met Collation of annual reports, strategies and plans. Maintain registers for e.g. inventory Financial Duties Year-end procedure Responsible and accountable for petty cash where referral to senior manager is only for approval on individual spending items and where the postholder is in overall control Preparation of orders and identification of budget codes Maintain income and expenditure accounts Prepare accounts for audit inspection Responsible for reconciling bank statements monthly for appropriate accounts Employee Support Duties Prepare documentation where tasks require complete accuracy and confidentiality. Liaise with the relevant HR team as appropriate i.e. with respect to the recruitment process and for providing basic advice on HR policies. Responsible for ascertaining cover requirements in support areas and arranging that cover, in conjunction with the appropriate line manager where appropriate. Deliver training to others as directed Supporting recruiting managers with the recruitment of permanent employees and agency workers e.g. input of vacancies onto the recruitment system, planning and preparation for interviews, support on the day of interviews. Arrange temp / casual cover as required and process time sheets as necessary. Staff Supervision Supervise identified groups of staff and assist with the assessment and development of their training needs when required. Data Management Responsible for the management of significant information management systems Responsible and accountable for producing appropriate data for analysis Produce statistical information General Be aware of and comply with divisional and directorate policies and procedures relating to, health and safety, security, confidentiality data protection, child protection and vulnerable adults. Reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the division, directorate and the Council. Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required. Attend and participate in meetings as required. Any other duties commensurate with the duties/responsibilities/grade of the post All staff will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of divisional, directorate and council objectives, and effective team working. Flexibility All staff are expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of section, division, directorate and council aims, and effective team working. This role is NOT Hybrid, You will be required on site 5 days a week. This role is full time, 37 hours a week Monday to Friday, 9AM- 5PM. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
May 26, 2026
Seasonal
As a Senior Business support officer you will be required to do the following: Administrative Duties Support the Business Improvement and Support Manager with the development and delivery of key administrative functions for the designated service area. Line management of administrative staff to ensure effective support and delivery of key functions. Ensure staff are supervised, appropriately trained and have up to date My Annual Reviews. Contribute to service planning and delivery Manage routine enquiries from members of the general public and partner agencies. Work closely with senior managers to ensure services are flexible and in line with business needs. Attend key strategic meetings to contribute to planning and ensure key messages are understand and effectively communicated. Ensure localised administration procedures are relevant, maintained and distributed Manage the organisation of events, trips and related administration. Liaise with Service Leads to provide reports for meetings, ensuring deadlines are met Collation of annual reports, strategies and plans. Maintain registers for e.g. inventory Financial Duties Year-end procedure Responsible and accountable for petty cash where referral to senior manager is only for approval on individual spending items and where the postholder is in overall control Preparation of orders and identification of budget codes Maintain income and expenditure accounts Prepare accounts for audit inspection Responsible for reconciling bank statements monthly for appropriate accounts Employee Support Duties Prepare documentation where tasks require complete accuracy and confidentiality. Liaise with the relevant HR team as appropriate i.e. with respect to the recruitment process and for providing basic advice on HR policies. Responsible for ascertaining cover requirements in support areas and arranging that cover, in conjunction with the appropriate line manager where appropriate. Deliver training to others as directed Supporting recruiting managers with the recruitment of permanent employees and agency workers e.g. input of vacancies onto the recruitment system, planning and preparation for interviews, support on the day of interviews. Arrange temp / casual cover as required and process time sheets as necessary. Staff Supervision Supervise identified groups of staff and assist with the assessment and development of their training needs when required. Data Management Responsible for the management of significant information management systems Responsible and accountable for producing appropriate data for analysis Produce statistical information General Be aware of and comply with divisional and directorate policies and procedures relating to, health and safety, security, confidentiality data protection, child protection and vulnerable adults. Reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the division, directorate and the Council. Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required. Attend and participate in meetings as required. Any other duties commensurate with the duties/responsibilities/grade of the post All staff will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of divisional, directorate and council objectives, and effective team working. Flexibility All staff are expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of section, division, directorate and council aims, and effective team working. This role is NOT Hybrid, You will be required on site 5 days a week. This role is full time, 37 hours a week Monday to Friday, 9AM- 5PM. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
These permanent, full-time positions have a starting salary of 33,552 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. Part-time applications will also be considered. We are excited to be hiring new Financial Assessment & Income Officers to join our fantastic Financial Assessments & Income Collection team. The team is located in various settings across the county. Your preferred location can be discussed at interview. This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between collaborating with colleagues in the office for two days per week (more frequently during training and induction period) and working from home. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role sits within the Financial Assessment & Income Collections service, which is part of the Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships Directorate. The team play a critical role in providing advice and information to service users in relation to welfare benefits entitlement, the council's charging policy and making payment for social care services, generally through direct telephone contact or face to face. Your key responsibilities as an Assessment and Income Officer will include: Completing financial assessments for residents in accordance with the legislation and the councils charging policy Providing information on paying for care and ensuring assessment outcomes are fully documented and communicated Resolving queries and effectively collaborating with internal and external customers to support them with understanding the assessment process resulting in a positive experience Reviewing welfare benefit entitlement and helping with claims where needed to maximise income Proactively supporting residents to make payment of care charges, ensuring that all charges due are collected in accordance with council policies and debt recovery procedures Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A commitment to delivering a first-class customer service Excellent communication skills and ability to deliver quality outcomes Evidence of exceptional attention to detail and experience of analysing information to ensure right first-time assessments Ability to organise, manage time and priorities efficiently and effectively A DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and answer the following 4 questions: Please describe a time when you delivered exceptional customer service and the actions you took to ensure a positive outcome? Please share an example of how your communication skills led to a successful outcome in a challenging situation. Please provide an instance where your attention to detail and ability to analyse information ensured accuracy in an assessment. Please tell us how you manage your time and prioritise tasks effectively when faced with multiple deadlines? Can you give an example. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 2nd June 2026 with interviews planned for week commencing 8th June 2026. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
May 26, 2026
Full time
These permanent, full-time positions have a starting salary of 33,552 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. Part-time applications will also be considered. We are excited to be hiring new Financial Assessment & Income Officers to join our fantastic Financial Assessments & Income Collection team. The team is located in various settings across the county. Your preferred location can be discussed at interview. This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between collaborating with colleagues in the office for two days per week (more frequently during training and induction period) and working from home. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role sits within the Financial Assessment & Income Collections service, which is part of the Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships Directorate. The team play a critical role in providing advice and information to service users in relation to welfare benefits entitlement, the council's charging policy and making payment for social care services, generally through direct telephone contact or face to face. Your key responsibilities as an Assessment and Income Officer will include: Completing financial assessments for residents in accordance with the legislation and the councils charging policy Providing information on paying for care and ensuring assessment outcomes are fully documented and communicated Resolving queries and effectively collaborating with internal and external customers to support them with understanding the assessment process resulting in a positive experience Reviewing welfare benefit entitlement and helping with claims where needed to maximise income Proactively supporting residents to make payment of care charges, ensuring that all charges due are collected in accordance with council policies and debt recovery procedures Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A commitment to delivering a first-class customer service Excellent communication skills and ability to deliver quality outcomes Evidence of exceptional attention to detail and experience of analysing information to ensure right first-time assessments Ability to organise, manage time and priorities efficiently and effectively A DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and answer the following 4 questions: Please describe a time when you delivered exceptional customer service and the actions you took to ensure a positive outcome? Please share an example of how your communication skills led to a successful outcome in a challenging situation. Please provide an instance where your attention to detail and ability to analyse information ensured accuracy in an assessment. Please tell us how you manage your time and prioritise tasks effectively when faced with multiple deadlines? Can you give an example. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 2nd June 2026 with interviews planned for week commencing 8th June 2026. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
To provide strong, visible leadership and strategic oversight of a 40-bed nursing and residential care home specialising in dementia care. The Operations Manager will ensure the delivery of high-quality regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, and continuous service improvement. Key Responsibilities 1. Leadership & Management Provide clear leadership to the administrative and domestic team Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable workplace culture Oversee recruitment, retention, and development of staff Implement systems and processes to support high quality care and improve operational efficiency Ensure effective use of clinical systems and digital services Lead on policies and HR processes 2. Strategic Oversight Contribute to and implement the organisation s strategic plan Identify growth opportunities and service improvements Monitor performance against KPIs and drive continuous improvement Lead change management initiatives 3. Quality & Compliance Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g. Care Quality Commission requirements) Oversee audits, inspections, and action plans Maintain high standards of clinical governance and safeguarding Ensure robust policies and procedures are in place and followed 4. Operational Management Ensure safe staffing levels and effective rota management for the administration and domestic team Monitor occupancy levels and admissions processes Manage incidents, complaints, and risk effectively 5. Financial Management Manage budgets, financial planning and reporting Monitor income streams including OCC contracts and self-funding residents. Work with accountants and the finance officer to ensure financial stability Ensure efficient use of resources without compromising care quality Identify opportunities to improve income generation and operational efficiency. 6. Procurement & Resource Management Lead procurement strategy for equipment, supplies, and services Negotiate contracts and maintain supplier performance Ensure value for money and compliance with procurement policies 7. Stakeholder Engagement Build strong relationships with families, and external partners Liaise with local authorities Represent the organisation professionally in all interactions 8. Safeguarding & Risk Management Ensure robust safeguarding practices are embedded Lead on risk assessments and mitigation strategies Promote a culture of safety and transparency Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in a senior management role within health or social care Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g. Care Quality Commission standards) Demonstrable experience in staff leadership and team development Experience in financial management and budget control Experience in procurement and contract management Desirable Management qualification (e.g. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care) Experience managing care services Skills & Competencies Leadership Strong, confident, and empathetic leadership style Ability to motivate and inspire teams Strategic Thinking Ability to think long-term and align operations with organisational goals Data-driven decision-making Communication Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders Operational Excellence Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Ability to manage competing priorities Financial & Commercial Awareness Understanding of budgets, cost control, and financial reporting Commercial awareness in procurement and service delivery Personal Attributes Compassionate and values-driven Resilient and adaptable High integrity and professionalism Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Regulatory inspection ratings (e.g. Care Quality Commission) Occupancy rates Staff turnover and retention Budget adherence Resident and family satisfaction Working Conditions On-site role, with participation in the on-call rota out of hours Other Requirements Enhanced DBS check Right to work in the UK Vale House is a not-for-profit Dementia Care Home specialising in the highly skilled care required for people who have complex needs arising from dementia. Its specialist care is much sought after and is provided in a light bright building which was purpose built in 2012 just outside Oxford, between Littlemore and Sandford-on-Thames. The forty individual en-suite rooms, which are all outward looking, are built around a figure of eight with internal courtyard gardens where residents can walk safely and securely. Founded in 1990 Vale House has one clear purpose: to care for people with dementia however severe or complicated, and to support their families. The quality of the work of Vale House rests on the skill and commitment of the staff who are chosen with care, well taught and then helped to learn further and work closely as a team. Support for families is a defining characteristic of Vale House, and unusually Vale House has dedicated family support workers, committed to supporting the family and friends of each resident. This commitment contributes greatly to the inclusive friendly environment which so many family and visitors comment on. Vale House is registered as an independent charity with the Charity Commission and with Companies House and conforms to the standards and procedures required by those two bodies. It is governed by a committed Board of Directors (unpaid) who are also the Trustees of the charity.
May 23, 2026
Full time
To provide strong, visible leadership and strategic oversight of a 40-bed nursing and residential care home specialising in dementia care. The Operations Manager will ensure the delivery of high-quality regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, and continuous service improvement. Key Responsibilities 1. Leadership & Management Provide clear leadership to the administrative and domestic team Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable workplace culture Oversee recruitment, retention, and development of staff Implement systems and processes to support high quality care and improve operational efficiency Ensure effective use of clinical systems and digital services Lead on policies and HR processes 2. Strategic Oversight Contribute to and implement the organisation s strategic plan Identify growth opportunities and service improvements Monitor performance against KPIs and drive continuous improvement Lead change management initiatives 3. Quality & Compliance Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g. Care Quality Commission requirements) Oversee audits, inspections, and action plans Maintain high standards of clinical governance and safeguarding Ensure robust policies and procedures are in place and followed 4. Operational Management Ensure safe staffing levels and effective rota management for the administration and domestic team Monitor occupancy levels and admissions processes Manage incidents, complaints, and risk effectively 5. Financial Management Manage budgets, financial planning and reporting Monitor income streams including OCC contracts and self-funding residents. Work with accountants and the finance officer to ensure financial stability Ensure efficient use of resources without compromising care quality Identify opportunities to improve income generation and operational efficiency. 6. Procurement & Resource Management Lead procurement strategy for equipment, supplies, and services Negotiate contracts and maintain supplier performance Ensure value for money and compliance with procurement policies 7. Stakeholder Engagement Build strong relationships with families, and external partners Liaise with local authorities Represent the organisation professionally in all interactions 8. Safeguarding & Risk Management Ensure robust safeguarding practices are embedded Lead on risk assessments and mitigation strategies Promote a culture of safety and transparency Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in a senior management role within health or social care Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g. Care Quality Commission standards) Demonstrable experience in staff leadership and team development Experience in financial management and budget control Experience in procurement and contract management Desirable Management qualification (e.g. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care) Experience managing care services Skills & Competencies Leadership Strong, confident, and empathetic leadership style Ability to motivate and inspire teams Strategic Thinking Ability to think long-term and align operations with organisational goals Data-driven decision-making Communication Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders Operational Excellence Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Ability to manage competing priorities Financial & Commercial Awareness Understanding of budgets, cost control, and financial reporting Commercial awareness in procurement and service delivery Personal Attributes Compassionate and values-driven Resilient and adaptable High integrity and professionalism Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Regulatory inspection ratings (e.g. Care Quality Commission) Occupancy rates Staff turnover and retention Budget adherence Resident and family satisfaction Working Conditions On-site role, with participation in the on-call rota out of hours Other Requirements Enhanced DBS check Right to work in the UK Vale House is a not-for-profit Dementia Care Home specialising in the highly skilled care required for people who have complex needs arising from dementia. Its specialist care is much sought after and is provided in a light bright building which was purpose built in 2012 just outside Oxford, between Littlemore and Sandford-on-Thames. The forty individual en-suite rooms, which are all outward looking, are built around a figure of eight with internal courtyard gardens where residents can walk safely and securely. Founded in 1990 Vale House has one clear purpose: to care for people with dementia however severe or complicated, and to support their families. The quality of the work of Vale House rests on the skill and commitment of the staff who are chosen with care, well taught and then helped to learn further and work closely as a team. Support for families is a defining characteristic of Vale House, and unusually Vale House has dedicated family support workers, committed to supporting the family and friends of each resident. This commitment contributes greatly to the inclusive friendly environment which so many family and visitors comment on. Vale House is registered as an independent charity with the Charity Commission and with Companies House and conforms to the standards and procedures required by those two bodies. It is governed by a committed Board of Directors (unpaid) who are also the Trustees of the charity.
Role: Head of Charitable Services Reporting to: CEO Salary: £40,000 (pro-rata) Terms: Permanent, 3 days a week with option to extend to 4 days a week within 6 months (FTE 37.5 hrs a week) Background Buckinghamshire has a fast-growing older population who are the heart and soul of our communities for example as employers, workers, volunteers, mentors, carers and child-minders. They help make our worlds go round. But when the challenges of older age feel overwhelming, and someone s own world shrinks, Age UK Bucks is there to support them. Based in Aylesbury and working across the county, our services support older residents to maintain their independence and well-being, especially when times are difficult, helping local older people age batter and access support they deserve. We have grown as an organisation recently, expanding our services and increasing staff numbers and income as we endeavour to meet the needs of older people in the county, who are struggling to cope with the cost-of-living crisis, after the lasting impact of the pandemic. The Head of Charitable Services is a new role and will play a pivotal part in leading this growth and supporting and developing the teams and culture that deliver them. Alongside this, a key priority is person-centred support and empowerment, and a focus on staff, volunteer and client safety and safeguarding, and skills development. We ll also be looking to engage service users more dynamically to measure impact and co-produce new services they need and want. With growing demand for our services and ambition to be an even more effective voice and empowering champion of older Bucks residents across our communities, there has never been a more exciting time to join Age UK Bucks. Job purpose Lead services and teams that support, champion and empower older Bucks residents to meet the many challenges and opportunities of ageing, through charitable services that have high impact and that are sustainably funded, working with all communities in Bucks and through partner collaboration. The role Will oversee the development and delivery of high quality, person-centred, compassionate and effective support and services for older people across Bucks that has demonstrable impact and quality - building community connection and championing older people s needs and opportunities. You will help shape the charity s charitable approach, work on developing new services, funded from grant applications and community collaboration, and build cases for support and demonstrable impact case studies. Reporting to the CEO, you will work closely with the Head of Commercial Services and Development, dovetailing referral pathways and aligning practice and processes. Key tasks and responsibilities Meet the needs of older Bucks residents through effective, high quality, safe and compassionate support and services that can demonstrate impact and are sustainable financially, meeting appropriate quality standards where required Develop our people and volunteers, including supporting our safeguarding lead on best practice supervision, risk assessment and mitigation, case work guidance, safeguarding, line management and people development Work with SLT to support our Trustee Board, Board Officers and Sub-Committees to enable them to guide and steward the charity appropriately, including developing reports and information/KPIs Develop and deliver financially sustainable services, planning and managing income and costs in line with strategy and budgets, working with the Finance leadership and SLT Help develop and transform our data collection and story-telling, enabling the organisation to create and share compelling and inspiring impact and outcome reports for stakeholders Support the maintenance and development of our website and social media strategy and assets to support our work and programmes Optimise and raise awareness of our services and impact, through developing effective outreach and presentations to key stakeholders, groups, communities and funders Act as a champion of older people and an Age Friendly Bucks, representing the charity at key forums, Boards and activities in order to achieve our mission and strategic goals, bringing the voice and needs of older people to the fore. Essential qualities: Strong and demonstrable people leadership and management skills Strong operational delivery experience and skills Empathetic to the needs of older people and their families Significant Adult social and/or health care experience and knowledge, including safeguarding Budget planning and delivery Significant impact and outcomes reporting and data collection experience Service creation and mobilisation experience Experience managing and liaising with commissioners/funders/partners UK driving licence Equal Opportunities Age UK Buckinghamshire strives to meet the needs of all older people in Bucks but is also aware that some communities could be better served by us. We therefore want to become more representative of the community we serve. We encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage applications from our wonderful rainbow of talent in Bucks and people of all ages. Application Process: Submit your CV and cover letter via CharityJob Your cover letter should be no more than 1-2 pages and must explain how you meet the criteria specified in the job description with examples. Closing Date: 5th June 2026
May 21, 2026
Full time
Role: Head of Charitable Services Reporting to: CEO Salary: £40,000 (pro-rata) Terms: Permanent, 3 days a week with option to extend to 4 days a week within 6 months (FTE 37.5 hrs a week) Background Buckinghamshire has a fast-growing older population who are the heart and soul of our communities for example as employers, workers, volunteers, mentors, carers and child-minders. They help make our worlds go round. But when the challenges of older age feel overwhelming, and someone s own world shrinks, Age UK Bucks is there to support them. Based in Aylesbury and working across the county, our services support older residents to maintain their independence and well-being, especially when times are difficult, helping local older people age batter and access support they deserve. We have grown as an organisation recently, expanding our services and increasing staff numbers and income as we endeavour to meet the needs of older people in the county, who are struggling to cope with the cost-of-living crisis, after the lasting impact of the pandemic. The Head of Charitable Services is a new role and will play a pivotal part in leading this growth and supporting and developing the teams and culture that deliver them. Alongside this, a key priority is person-centred support and empowerment, and a focus on staff, volunteer and client safety and safeguarding, and skills development. We ll also be looking to engage service users more dynamically to measure impact and co-produce new services they need and want. With growing demand for our services and ambition to be an even more effective voice and empowering champion of older Bucks residents across our communities, there has never been a more exciting time to join Age UK Bucks. Job purpose Lead services and teams that support, champion and empower older Bucks residents to meet the many challenges and opportunities of ageing, through charitable services that have high impact and that are sustainably funded, working with all communities in Bucks and through partner collaboration. The role Will oversee the development and delivery of high quality, person-centred, compassionate and effective support and services for older people across Bucks that has demonstrable impact and quality - building community connection and championing older people s needs and opportunities. You will help shape the charity s charitable approach, work on developing new services, funded from grant applications and community collaboration, and build cases for support and demonstrable impact case studies. Reporting to the CEO, you will work closely with the Head of Commercial Services and Development, dovetailing referral pathways and aligning practice and processes. Key tasks and responsibilities Meet the needs of older Bucks residents through effective, high quality, safe and compassionate support and services that can demonstrate impact and are sustainable financially, meeting appropriate quality standards where required Develop our people and volunteers, including supporting our safeguarding lead on best practice supervision, risk assessment and mitigation, case work guidance, safeguarding, line management and people development Work with SLT to support our Trustee Board, Board Officers and Sub-Committees to enable them to guide and steward the charity appropriately, including developing reports and information/KPIs Develop and deliver financially sustainable services, planning and managing income and costs in line with strategy and budgets, working with the Finance leadership and SLT Help develop and transform our data collection and story-telling, enabling the organisation to create and share compelling and inspiring impact and outcome reports for stakeholders Support the maintenance and development of our website and social media strategy and assets to support our work and programmes Optimise and raise awareness of our services and impact, through developing effective outreach and presentations to key stakeholders, groups, communities and funders Act as a champion of older people and an Age Friendly Bucks, representing the charity at key forums, Boards and activities in order to achieve our mission and strategic goals, bringing the voice and needs of older people to the fore. Essential qualities: Strong and demonstrable people leadership and management skills Strong operational delivery experience and skills Empathetic to the needs of older people and their families Significant Adult social and/or health care experience and knowledge, including safeguarding Budget planning and delivery Significant impact and outcomes reporting and data collection experience Service creation and mobilisation experience Experience managing and liaising with commissioners/funders/partners UK driving licence Equal Opportunities Age UK Buckinghamshire strives to meet the needs of all older people in Bucks but is also aware that some communities could be better served by us. We therefore want to become more representative of the community we serve. We encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage applications from our wonderful rainbow of talent in Bucks and people of all ages. Application Process: Submit your CV and cover letter via CharityJob Your cover letter should be no more than 1-2 pages and must explain how you meet the criteria specified in the job description with examples. Closing Date: 5th June 2026
Are you passionate about providing direct support to residents and preventing homelessness? Do you have a deep understanding of the welfare benefits system? Connect2Hackney, the internal talent team for the London Borough of Hackney, are recruiting for Hackney's vital Here To Help service for a dedicated and empathetic Benefits and Housing Needs Officer . This is a crucial role where you will be the first point of contact for residents struggling with their housing costs. You will take a holistic and hands-on approach, using your expertise to provide immediate financial relief while empowering residents to achieve long-term financial stability. You will manage a varied caseload, where every day brings a new challenge and a new opportunity to make a tangible difference in someone's life. About the Role As a Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, you will be responsible for both the specialist assessment of applications and the administrative processes that ensure our service runs efficiently. You will be expected to support approximately 10-15 residents a week. Your key responsibilities will include: Casework and Assessment: Contacting residents to understand their circumstances and decide on the best package of financial and non-financial support to help them. Assessing, awarding, and processing Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs), using your discretion in line with internal guidance. Conducting comprehensive benefit checks with residents to identify underclaiming and maximise their income across benefits like Council Tax Reduction, Universal Credit, and Pension Credit. Working with residents to develop shared plans to sustain their tenancy, which may include advice on downsizing or increasing working hours. Triaging and Administration: Reviewing and triaging incoming applications daily, assigning them to the correct officer or work tray. Managing the shared team inbox and responding to resident queries, especially those relating to supermarket vouchers. Processing payments for cash support schemes using BACS transfers. Maintaining accurate and secure records on systems including Academy and Jigsaw. Collaboration and Support: Liaising with landlords, with resident consent, to prevent evictions. Working closely with colleagues across Here To Help and other services to ensure joined-up support for residents with complex needs. Writing clear, empathetic, and tailored decision letters that explain the support being offered. About You We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with a strong background in welfare benefits and a genuine desire to help people. You must be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment. To be successful, you will need: Essential Experience & Knowledge: A strong understanding of welfare benefits and the ability to spot opportunities for income maximisation. Experience assessing DHPs in line with policy and guidance. Proficiency in using benefits systems, including Academy, Comino, and Searchlight . Proven experience in an administrative or support role, preferably within a welfare or social care environment. Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with care and integrity. Skills and Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to show sensitivity and empathy when dealing with people in challenging situations. The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure. Strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. A collaborative, team-player attitude and a flexible approach to changing priorities. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 07, 2025
Seasonal
Are you passionate about providing direct support to residents and preventing homelessness? Do you have a deep understanding of the welfare benefits system? Connect2Hackney, the internal talent team for the London Borough of Hackney, are recruiting for Hackney's vital Here To Help service for a dedicated and empathetic Benefits and Housing Needs Officer . This is a crucial role where you will be the first point of contact for residents struggling with their housing costs. You will take a holistic and hands-on approach, using your expertise to provide immediate financial relief while empowering residents to achieve long-term financial stability. You will manage a varied caseload, where every day brings a new challenge and a new opportunity to make a tangible difference in someone's life. About the Role As a Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, you will be responsible for both the specialist assessment of applications and the administrative processes that ensure our service runs efficiently. You will be expected to support approximately 10-15 residents a week. Your key responsibilities will include: Casework and Assessment: Contacting residents to understand their circumstances and decide on the best package of financial and non-financial support to help them. Assessing, awarding, and processing Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs), using your discretion in line with internal guidance. Conducting comprehensive benefit checks with residents to identify underclaiming and maximise their income across benefits like Council Tax Reduction, Universal Credit, and Pension Credit. Working with residents to develop shared plans to sustain their tenancy, which may include advice on downsizing or increasing working hours. Triaging and Administration: Reviewing and triaging incoming applications daily, assigning them to the correct officer or work tray. Managing the shared team inbox and responding to resident queries, especially those relating to supermarket vouchers. Processing payments for cash support schemes using BACS transfers. Maintaining accurate and secure records on systems including Academy and Jigsaw. Collaboration and Support: Liaising with landlords, with resident consent, to prevent evictions. Working closely with colleagues across Here To Help and other services to ensure joined-up support for residents with complex needs. Writing clear, empathetic, and tailored decision letters that explain the support being offered. About You We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with a strong background in welfare benefits and a genuine desire to help people. You must be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment. To be successful, you will need: Essential Experience & Knowledge: A strong understanding of welfare benefits and the ability to spot opportunities for income maximisation. Experience assessing DHPs in line with policy and guidance. Proficiency in using benefits systems, including Academy, Comino, and Searchlight . Proven experience in an administrative or support role, preferably within a welfare or social care environment. Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with care and integrity. Skills and Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to show sensitivity and empathy when dealing with people in challenging situations. The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure. Strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. A collaborative, team-player attitude and a flexible approach to changing priorities. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Local Authority Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, North London Pay rate £220 per day Contract role, Local Authority Housing and Benefits We are recruiting for an experienced Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, in for a Local Authority in North London. About the Role As a Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, you will be responsible for both the specialist assessment of applications and the administrative processes that ensure our service runs efficiently. You will be expected to support approximately 10-15 residents a week. Your key responsibilities will include: Casework and Assessment: Contacting residents to understand their circumstances and decide on the best package of financial and non-financial support to help them. Assessing, awarding, and processing Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs), using your discretion in line with internal guidance. Conducting comprehensive benefit checks with residents to identify underclaiming and maximise their income across benefits like Council Tax Reduction, Universal Credit, and Pension Credit. Working with residents to develop shared plans to sustain their tenancy, which may include advice on downsizing or increasing working hours About You We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with a strong background in welfare benefits and a genuine desire to help people. You must be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment. To be successful, you will need: Essential Experience & Knowledge: A strong understanding of welfare benefits and the ability to spot opportunities for income maximisation. Experience assessing DHPs in line with policy and guidance. Proficiency in using benefits systems, including Academy, Comino, and Searchlight. Proven experience in an administrative or support role, preferably within a welfare or social care environment. You will need to have experience in a similar level role in a Local Authority. Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing and SEND At Vitalis, we're here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here's how we support you every step of the way: Dedicated Consultant - Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support. Hassle-Free Registration - Our easy only new registration process gets you started quickly and effortlessly. Exclusive Incentives - Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other exciting perks.Compliance Simplified - Leave the paperwork to us! We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career. Fast, Reliable Payroll - Get paid promptly and consistently without any worries. Whether you're a qualified social worker, or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you'll want to hear about.Don't forget, if this role isn't the perfect fit, we're confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)• Looked After Children (LAC)• Children's Social Work• Adult Social Work• Service Manager• Head of Service• Team Manager• Assistant Team Manager• A wide range of housing roles• Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!Contact me on or for more information.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Local Authority Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, North London Pay rate £220 per day Contract role, Local Authority Housing and Benefits We are recruiting for an experienced Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, in for a Local Authority in North London. About the Role As a Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, you will be responsible for both the specialist assessment of applications and the administrative processes that ensure our service runs efficiently. You will be expected to support approximately 10-15 residents a week. Your key responsibilities will include: Casework and Assessment: Contacting residents to understand their circumstances and decide on the best package of financial and non-financial support to help them. Assessing, awarding, and processing Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs), using your discretion in line with internal guidance. Conducting comprehensive benefit checks with residents to identify underclaiming and maximise their income across benefits like Council Tax Reduction, Universal Credit, and Pension Credit. Working with residents to develop shared plans to sustain their tenancy, which may include advice on downsizing or increasing working hours About You We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with a strong background in welfare benefits and a genuine desire to help people. You must be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment. To be successful, you will need: Essential Experience & Knowledge: A strong understanding of welfare benefits and the ability to spot opportunities for income maximisation. Experience assessing DHPs in line with policy and guidance. Proficiency in using benefits systems, including Academy, Comino, and Searchlight. Proven experience in an administrative or support role, preferably within a welfare or social care environment. You will need to have experience in a similar level role in a Local Authority. Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing and SEND At Vitalis, we're here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here's how we support you every step of the way: Dedicated Consultant - Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support. Hassle-Free Registration - Our easy only new registration process gets you started quickly and effortlessly. Exclusive Incentives - Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other exciting perks.Compliance Simplified - Leave the paperwork to us! We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career. Fast, Reliable Payroll - Get paid promptly and consistently without any worries. Whether you're a qualified social worker, or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you'll want to hear about.Don't forget, if this role isn't the perfect fit, we're confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)• Looked After Children (LAC)• Children's Social Work• Adult Social Work• Service Manager• Head of Service• Team Manager• Assistant Team Manager• A wide range of housing roles• Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!Contact me on or for more information.
Temporary Accommodation Officer About The Role Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Housing, Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of Cotswold District Council. The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements. The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation. • You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation. • The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B s) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from temporary accommodation as soon as possible. • Create bespoke Tenancy Ready plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this. • You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation. • Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel s, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. What we are looking for Someone who values structure, confidentiality, and professionalism as much as they do empathy and support. You will be expected to handle sensitive personal information with the utmost discretion, in line with GDPR and safeguarding protocols. Maintaining client confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role. This role requires a strong understanding of professional boundaries and the ability to maintain them even in emotionally complex situations. This is a rewarding but demanding role ideal for someone who thrives on helping others in crisis, but who understands the importance of clear boundaries, resilience, and confidentiality. You will need resilience and adaptability as you will often work with people experiencing stress, crisis, or confrontation, so it is essential you can manage these situations calmly and confidently. Being emotionally resilient and understand how to support others without becoming personally involved or emotionally entangled. Teamwork is essential for this role to work effectively with colleagues and external agencies. Please note you will be based at the hostel 5 days a week and will need the ability to travel as required. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. You will need • GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English) • Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service • Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes • DBS Check Publica is a unique place to work we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 7% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. About Us You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Temporary Accommodation Officer About The Role Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Housing, Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of Cotswold District Council. The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements. The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation. • You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation. • The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B s) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from temporary accommodation as soon as possible. • Create bespoke Tenancy Ready plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this. • You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation. • Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel s, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. What we are looking for Someone who values structure, confidentiality, and professionalism as much as they do empathy and support. You will be expected to handle sensitive personal information with the utmost discretion, in line with GDPR and safeguarding protocols. Maintaining client confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role. This role requires a strong understanding of professional boundaries and the ability to maintain them even in emotionally complex situations. This is a rewarding but demanding role ideal for someone who thrives on helping others in crisis, but who understands the importance of clear boundaries, resilience, and confidentiality. You will need resilience and adaptability as you will often work with people experiencing stress, crisis, or confrontation, so it is essential you can manage these situations calmly and confidently. Being emotionally resilient and understand how to support others without becoming personally involved or emotionally entangled. Teamwork is essential for this role to work effectively with colleagues and external agencies. Please note you will be based at the hostel 5 days a week and will need the ability to travel as required. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. You will need • GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English) • Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service • Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes • DBS Check Publica is a unique place to work we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 7% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. About Us You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Local Authority Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, North London Pay rate £220 per day Contract role, Local Authority Housing and Benefits We are recruiting for an experienced Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, in for a Local Authority in North London. About the Role As a Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, you will be responsible for both the specialist assessment of applications and the administrative processes that ensure our service runs efficiently. You will be expected to support approximately 10-15 residents a week. Your key responsibilities will include: Casework and Assessment: Contacting residents to understand their circumstances and decide on the best package of financial and non-financial support to help them. Assessing, awarding, and processing Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs), using your discretion in line with internal guidance. Conducting comprehensive benefit checks with residents to identify underclaiming and maximise their income across benefits like Council Tax Reduction, Universal Credit, and Pension Credit. Working with residents to develop shared plans to sustain their tenancy, which may include advice on downsizing or increasing working hours About You We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with a strong background in welfare benefits and a genuine desire to help people. You must be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment. To be successful, you will need: Essential Experience & Knowledge: A strong understanding of welfare benefits and the ability to spot opportunities for income maximisation. Experience assessing DHPs in line with policy and guidance. Proficiency in using benefits systems, including Academy, Comino, and Searchlight. Proven experience in an administrative or support role, preferably within a welfare or social care environment. You will need to have experience in a similar level role in a Local Authority. Please get in touch for more information. This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Please contact Graham Leatham on or email for more information. We recruit across all areas of Housing, Public Sector, Planning and Local Government work. If you are experienced in this sector, and this isn't the role for you, contact us about other roles.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Local Authority Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, North London Pay rate £220 per day Contract role, Local Authority Housing and Benefits We are recruiting for an experienced Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, in for a Local Authority in North London. About the Role As a Benefits and Housing Needs Officer, you will be responsible for both the specialist assessment of applications and the administrative processes that ensure our service runs efficiently. You will be expected to support approximately 10-15 residents a week. Your key responsibilities will include: Casework and Assessment: Contacting residents to understand their circumstances and decide on the best package of financial and non-financial support to help them. Assessing, awarding, and processing Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs), using your discretion in line with internal guidance. Conducting comprehensive benefit checks with residents to identify underclaiming and maximise their income across benefits like Council Tax Reduction, Universal Credit, and Pension Credit. Working with residents to develop shared plans to sustain their tenancy, which may include advice on downsizing or increasing working hours About You We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with a strong background in welfare benefits and a genuine desire to help people. You must be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment. To be successful, you will need: Essential Experience & Knowledge: A strong understanding of welfare benefits and the ability to spot opportunities for income maximisation. Experience assessing DHPs in line with policy and guidance. Proficiency in using benefits systems, including Academy, Comino, and Searchlight. Proven experience in an administrative or support role, preferably within a welfare or social care environment. You will need to have experience in a similar level role in a Local Authority. Please get in touch for more information. This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Please contact Graham Leatham on or email for more information. We recruit across all areas of Housing, Public Sector, Planning and Local Government work. If you are experienced in this sector, and this isn't the role for you, contact us about other roles.
Housing Support Worker Homelessness Housing provider in Supported Living Harlow & Loughton £15.21ph PAYE, £19.08ph Umbrella Temp to Perm. Are you passionate about helping others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Social Housing? Client snapshot: An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services. Vacancy Brief: The role is that of a Young People Support Worker. This is a potential temp to perm job. A full-time role, 35 hours per week. Candidate will be supporting young people between the ages of 18 to 21 leaving care, or from breaking down family relationship. Shift pattern: Early 7-3pm, late 12:30- 8:30pm. 1 weekend in 4. Pay rate for this job role is £15.21 per hour on PAYE OR £19.08 Umbrella. Candidate will require a full UK Driver s license and access to a vehicle. Mileage will be paid at 0.45p per mile for any work-related travel. A current Enhanced DBS covering Child and Adult workforce will be required for this job role. Managing Between 1 - 5 properties The Responsibilities: As a Young People Support Worker, your role will be to improve the lives of young people using the service by providing direct housing related support services in conjunction with organisations housing and property management. In your role as a young people Support worker, you ll be working with external agencies with the aim of achieving successful move on and other measurable outcomes. There may also be a requirement to work on your own, within the community or within the service setting. Part of your role as a young people Support worker will be to carry out initial assessment of the potential or actual service user, including any risks, or his/her needs and requirements in respect of the service on offer. An important part of your role will be to maintain contact on a regular basis with service users in accordance with the requirements of the service. Furthermore, you will be required to risk assess and take the necessary actions in respect of any activities with service users including personal safety. Skill Outcomes of this role : This role provides an excellent springboard into other criminal justice professions including experience of working with a range of criminal justice agencies. In addition, you will gain experience in liaising local authority Housing Benefit departments and the DWP to resolve financial issues. Housing Support Worker Support Worker Ex Offenders Young People Homelessness Tenancy Sustainment Tenancy Support Officer Housing Officer Supported Housing Income Management Homeless Substance Misuse Homelessness Youth Offending YMCA Prison Officer Probation Officer Supported Living Harlow Loughton Essex Greater London London Independent Living Floating Support Full Time Scheme Manager Project Worker Community Support Charity Housing Association Local Authority
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Housing Support Worker Homelessness Housing provider in Supported Living Harlow & Loughton £15.21ph PAYE, £19.08ph Umbrella Temp to Perm. Are you passionate about helping others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Social Housing? Client snapshot: An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services. Vacancy Brief: The role is that of a Young People Support Worker. This is a potential temp to perm job. A full-time role, 35 hours per week. Candidate will be supporting young people between the ages of 18 to 21 leaving care, or from breaking down family relationship. Shift pattern: Early 7-3pm, late 12:30- 8:30pm. 1 weekend in 4. Pay rate for this job role is £15.21 per hour on PAYE OR £19.08 Umbrella. Candidate will require a full UK Driver s license and access to a vehicle. Mileage will be paid at 0.45p per mile for any work-related travel. A current Enhanced DBS covering Child and Adult workforce will be required for this job role. Managing Between 1 - 5 properties The Responsibilities: As a Young People Support Worker, your role will be to improve the lives of young people using the service by providing direct housing related support services in conjunction with organisations housing and property management. In your role as a young people Support worker, you ll be working with external agencies with the aim of achieving successful move on and other measurable outcomes. There may also be a requirement to work on your own, within the community or within the service setting. Part of your role as a young people Support worker will be to carry out initial assessment of the potential or actual service user, including any risks, or his/her needs and requirements in respect of the service on offer. An important part of your role will be to maintain contact on a regular basis with service users in accordance with the requirements of the service. Furthermore, you will be required to risk assess and take the necessary actions in respect of any activities with service users including personal safety. Skill Outcomes of this role : This role provides an excellent springboard into other criminal justice professions including experience of working with a range of criminal justice agencies. In addition, you will gain experience in liaising local authority Housing Benefit departments and the DWP to resolve financial issues. Housing Support Worker Support Worker Ex Offenders Young People Homelessness Tenancy Sustainment Tenancy Support Officer Housing Officer Supported Housing Income Management Homeless Substance Misuse Homelessness Youth Offending YMCA Prison Officer Probation Officer Supported Living Harlow Loughton Essex Greater London London Independent Living Floating Support Full Time Scheme Manager Project Worker Community Support Charity Housing Association Local Authority
Oscar Underhill Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Exeter, Devon
Homelessness Support Worker Housing provider in Supported Living Exeter Sociable Working Hours Excellent Pay Rate £12.61 PAYE Temp to Perm opportunity. Are you passionate about helping others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Social Housing? Client snapshot : An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services. Vacancy Brief : The role is that of a Homelessness Support Worker This is a potential temp to perm job; full-time role, 35 hours per week. Role is location based in Exeter. The working pattern consists of early and late shifts. Shift pattern: Early - 07:45am 15:45pm. Lates - 12:15pm 20:15pm Pay rate for this job role is £12.61 per hour on PAYE A current Enhanced DBS covering Child and adult s workforce will be required for this job role. Full UK Drivers license and access to a vehicle will be required for this role. Service User group is those who have experienced homelessness. The Responsibilities : As a Support Worker, you will be required to work alongside with young people in a person-centred way and help them to actively move towards living independently of services. You will assist young people with practical tasks based upon their needs and aspirations as identified in their support and safety plan In your role as a Support worker, you will provide flexible support to young people based on their needs and aspirations as identified in their support and safety plan, ensuring they are able to meet their goals which help them to achieve their outcomes. Furthermore, you will implement the young people support and safety plan, as developed by the Support Coordinator and inform and contribute to support planning reviews and assessments through effective communication with the co-ordinator or line manager and client. Skill Outcomes of this role : This role provides an excellent foundation for progressing into other careers that support young people, including youth work, social care, and supported housing services. In addition, you will gain valuable experience in liaising with local authority Housing Benefit departments and the DWP to resolve financial issues, as well as developing strong skills in safeguarding, support planning, and multi-agency working to achieve the best outcomes for young people. Housing Support Worker Homeless CAHMS Young People Tenancy Sustainment Tenancy Support Officer Housing Officer Supported Housing Income Management Homeless Substance Misuse Homelessness Youth Offending YMCA Prison Officer Probation Officer Supported Living Exeter Devon Independent Living Floating Support Full Time Scheme Manager Project Worker Community Support Charity Housing Association Local Authority
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Homelessness Support Worker Housing provider in Supported Living Exeter Sociable Working Hours Excellent Pay Rate £12.61 PAYE Temp to Perm opportunity. Are you passionate about helping others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Social Housing? Client snapshot : An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services. Vacancy Brief : The role is that of a Homelessness Support Worker This is a potential temp to perm job; full-time role, 35 hours per week. Role is location based in Exeter. The working pattern consists of early and late shifts. Shift pattern: Early - 07:45am 15:45pm. Lates - 12:15pm 20:15pm Pay rate for this job role is £12.61 per hour on PAYE A current Enhanced DBS covering Child and adult s workforce will be required for this job role. Full UK Drivers license and access to a vehicle will be required for this role. Service User group is those who have experienced homelessness. The Responsibilities : As a Support Worker, you will be required to work alongside with young people in a person-centred way and help them to actively move towards living independently of services. You will assist young people with practical tasks based upon their needs and aspirations as identified in their support and safety plan In your role as a Support worker, you will provide flexible support to young people based on their needs and aspirations as identified in their support and safety plan, ensuring they are able to meet their goals which help them to achieve their outcomes. Furthermore, you will implement the young people support and safety plan, as developed by the Support Coordinator and inform and contribute to support planning reviews and assessments through effective communication with the co-ordinator or line manager and client. Skill Outcomes of this role : This role provides an excellent foundation for progressing into other careers that support young people, including youth work, social care, and supported housing services. In addition, you will gain valuable experience in liaising with local authority Housing Benefit departments and the DWP to resolve financial issues, as well as developing strong skills in safeguarding, support planning, and multi-agency working to achieve the best outcomes for young people. Housing Support Worker Homeless CAHMS Young People Tenancy Sustainment Tenancy Support Officer Housing Officer Supported Housing Income Management Homeless Substance Misuse Homelessness Youth Offending YMCA Prison Officer Probation Officer Supported Living Exeter Devon Independent Living Floating Support Full Time Scheme Manager Project Worker Community Support Charity Housing Association Local Authority
Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Housing, Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts' most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of Cotswold District Council.The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements.The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation.• You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation.• The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B's) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from temporary accommodation as soon as possible.• Create bespoke 'Tenancy Ready' plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this.• You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation.• Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel's, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. What we are looking for Someone who values structure, confidentiality, and professionalism as much as they do empathy and support. You will be expected to handle sensitive personal information with the utmost discretion, in line with GDPR and safeguarding protocols. Maintaining client confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role. Please note you will be based at the hostel 5 days a week and will need the ability to travel as required. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. You will need • GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English)• Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service• Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes• DBS CheckPublica is a unique place to work - we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)• 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice• Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care• Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 7% of your earnings• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues• Cycle to work scheme• Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars• Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances)• Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements• Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury• Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary• These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us!To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd.Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV.Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.About The OrganisationYou will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Housing, Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts' most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of Cotswold District Council.The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements.The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation.• You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation.• The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B's) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from temporary accommodation as soon as possible.• Create bespoke 'Tenancy Ready' plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this.• You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation.• Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel's, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. What we are looking for Someone who values structure, confidentiality, and professionalism as much as they do empathy and support. You will be expected to handle sensitive personal information with the utmost discretion, in line with GDPR and safeguarding protocols. Maintaining client confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role. Please note you will be based at the hostel 5 days a week and will need the ability to travel as required. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. You will need • GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English)• Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service• Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes• DBS CheckPublica is a unique place to work - we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)• 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice• Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care• Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 7% of your earnings• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues• Cycle to work scheme• Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars• Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances)• Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements• Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury• Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary• These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us!To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd.Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV.Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.About The OrganisationYou will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
