Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and children in need. 2. Statutory Duties Undertake duties under the Children Act 1989 including care proceedings, adoption/permanency planning, risk assessments and investigations. Obtain and implement Court Orders and represent the Council in court. 3. Planning & Intervention Create SMART plans aligned with the Practice Framework. Ensure needs are met through negotiation and collaboration. Promote anti-discriminatory practice and empower families. 4. Direct Work Build positive relationships with children and families. Ensure children's voices, wishes and feelings are heard and influence planning. 5. Recording & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely case records on Liquid Logic in line with GDPR and council standards. 6. Court & Reporting Prepare court reports and witness statements. Work in line with Luton Borough Council policies and procedures. 7. CPD & Development Engage in supervision, training and professional development through the Social Work Academy and Research in Practice. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Hybrid working (community, office and home-based). Regular home visits (often lone working, risk assessed). Exposure to emotional strain and occasional challenging behaviour. Attendance at meetings across multiple locations. CONTEXT Luton 2040 is a vision for a healthy, fair and sustainable town where no one lives in poverty and children can thrive. This role forms part of the Families First for Children Pathfinder Programme (Apply online only , investing over 45 million into reforming: Family Help Child Protection Family Network Support Packages Safeguarding Partnerships The new system includes: Multi-disciplinary Family Help services Specialist child protection response Greater use of family networks and family group decision making Strengthened multi-agency leadership Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Jul 07, 2026
Seasonal
Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and children in need. 2. Statutory Duties Undertake duties under the Children Act 1989 including care proceedings, adoption/permanency planning, risk assessments and investigations. Obtain and implement Court Orders and represent the Council in court. 3. Planning & Intervention Create SMART plans aligned with the Practice Framework. Ensure needs are met through negotiation and collaboration. Promote anti-discriminatory practice and empower families. 4. Direct Work Build positive relationships with children and families. Ensure children's voices, wishes and feelings are heard and influence planning. 5. Recording & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely case records on Liquid Logic in line with GDPR and council standards. 6. Court & Reporting Prepare court reports and witness statements. Work in line with Luton Borough Council policies and procedures. 7. CPD & Development Engage in supervision, training and professional development through the Social Work Academy and Research in Practice. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Hybrid working (community, office and home-based). Regular home visits (often lone working, risk assessed). Exposure to emotional strain and occasional challenging behaviour. Attendance at meetings across multiple locations. CONTEXT Luton 2040 is a vision for a healthy, fair and sustainable town where no one lives in poverty and children can thrive. This role forms part of the Families First for Children Pathfinder Programme (Apply online only , investing over 45 million into reforming: Family Help Child Protection Family Network Support Packages Safeguarding Partnerships The new system includes: Multi-disciplinary Family Help services Specialist child protection response Greater use of family networks and family group decision making Strengthened multi-agency leadership Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Join Our Client South Gloucestershire Council as a Customer Care Administrator ! Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and making a real difference in your community? Our client is seeking a dedicated One Stop Shop Customer Care Officer to join their vibrant team in Kingswood! This is a temporary, full-time position offering an hourly rate of 14.84 . About the Role: As a vital member of the Customer Services team, you will be the friendly face of the authority, assisting a diverse range of customers with their inquiries. Your role will be pivotal in resolving complex and challenging situations, ensuring that every individual receives the support they need, especially those who may be vulnerable. Your responsibilities will include: Resolving customer inquiries at the first point of contact. Gathering information and verifying supporting evidence. Updating computer records and advising on legislation-driven services such as Council Tax and Housing Benefits. Promoting digital inclusion by helping customers navigate self-service options. What We Are Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should meet the following essential criteria: A relevant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Customer Service) or equivalent experience. Experience in a challenging front-line service delivery environment. Strong understanding of legislation, regulations, and codes of practice. Proficient IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and other software. Initiative to research and resolve problems, with support from supervisors when needed. Ability to engage with a diverse range of customers and understand their specific needs. Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach to service delivery. Strong written and numeracy skills for accurate assessments and calculations. Ability to handle confidential information sensitively and professionally. Desirable Attributes: General knowledge of the council's departments and services. Experience acting as an advocate on behalf of others. Why Join Us? Be part of an inclusive and supportive team dedicated to making a difference. Work in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued. Gain valuable experience in public service and customer care. Inclusivity Matters: Our client is a disability-confident employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for candidates of all backgrounds and abilities. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know, and we will be happy to support you. Ready to Make an Impact? If you are enthusiastic about customer service and want to join a team that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to start your journey with us as a One Stop Shop Customer Care Officer and make a positive impact in your community! Apply Now! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Jul 07, 2026
Seasonal
Join Our Client South Gloucestershire Council as a Customer Care Administrator ! Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and making a real difference in your community? Our client is seeking a dedicated One Stop Shop Customer Care Officer to join their vibrant team in Kingswood! This is a temporary, full-time position offering an hourly rate of 14.84 . About the Role: As a vital member of the Customer Services team, you will be the friendly face of the authority, assisting a diverse range of customers with their inquiries. Your role will be pivotal in resolving complex and challenging situations, ensuring that every individual receives the support they need, especially those who may be vulnerable. Your responsibilities will include: Resolving customer inquiries at the first point of contact. Gathering information and verifying supporting evidence. Updating computer records and advising on legislation-driven services such as Council Tax and Housing Benefits. Promoting digital inclusion by helping customers navigate self-service options. What We Are Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should meet the following essential criteria: A relevant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Customer Service) or equivalent experience. Experience in a challenging front-line service delivery environment. Strong understanding of legislation, regulations, and codes of practice. Proficient IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and other software. Initiative to research and resolve problems, with support from supervisors when needed. Ability to engage with a diverse range of customers and understand their specific needs. Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach to service delivery. Strong written and numeracy skills for accurate assessments and calculations. Ability to handle confidential information sensitively and professionally. Desirable Attributes: General knowledge of the council's departments and services. Experience acting as an advocate on behalf of others. Why Join Us? Be part of an inclusive and supportive team dedicated to making a difference. Work in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued. Gain valuable experience in public service and customer care. Inclusivity Matters: Our client is a disability-confident employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for candidates of all backgrounds and abilities. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know, and we will be happy to support you. Ready to Make an Impact? If you are enthusiastic about customer service and want to join a team that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to start your journey with us as a One Stop Shop Customer Care Officer and make a positive impact in your community! Apply Now! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Leasehold Engagement Officer London Hybrid Working 18 Month Contract A London-based local authority is looking to recruit a Leasehold Engagement Officer to support the delivery of a large-scale housing programme focused on improving residential safety and compliance. This is a front-line, resident-facing role, where you will manage a high-volume leasehold portfolio and act as a key point of contact for leaseholders throughout the lifecycle of planned works. You'll play a critical role in ensuring residents are informed, supported, and engaged at every stage. Key Responsibilities Manage a large caseload of leasehold properties , acting as the main contact for all resident queries Lead on the delivery of Section 20 consultation processes , including issuing notices and managing responses in line with statutory requirements Proactively engage with leaseholders via phone, email, and written correspondence, explaining works, costs, and timelines clearly Respond to complex enquiries around service charges, payment options, and programme delivery Process and manage self-replacement applications , ensuring compliance with required specifications Carry out site visits and inspections , including checking completed works and addressing access issues Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records, ensuring full audit trails are in place Support enforcement processes for non-compliance and escalate cases where necessary Liaise with contractors to coordinate access, appointments, and installation schedules About You Strong understanding of Section 20 consultation processes (desirable but not essential) Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex and technical information into clear, accessible language Confident managing sensitive conversations, including complaints and cost-related discussions Highly organised, with experience managing large, complex caseloads Comfortable carrying out site visits and working across a borough What's on Offer Hybrid working model with a mix of office, home, and site-based work Opportunity to contribute to a high-profile housing programme with real community impact Supportive team environment with clear processes and structure Experience within a large-scale programme, adding strong value to your CV If this sounds of interest, I'd love to have a chat please apply or get in touch to find out more.
Jul 07, 2026
Contractor
Leasehold Engagement Officer London Hybrid Working 18 Month Contract A London-based local authority is looking to recruit a Leasehold Engagement Officer to support the delivery of a large-scale housing programme focused on improving residential safety and compliance. This is a front-line, resident-facing role, where you will manage a high-volume leasehold portfolio and act as a key point of contact for leaseholders throughout the lifecycle of planned works. You'll play a critical role in ensuring residents are informed, supported, and engaged at every stage. Key Responsibilities Manage a large caseload of leasehold properties , acting as the main contact for all resident queries Lead on the delivery of Section 20 consultation processes , including issuing notices and managing responses in line with statutory requirements Proactively engage with leaseholders via phone, email, and written correspondence, explaining works, costs, and timelines clearly Respond to complex enquiries around service charges, payment options, and programme delivery Process and manage self-replacement applications , ensuring compliance with required specifications Carry out site visits and inspections , including checking completed works and addressing access issues Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records, ensuring full audit trails are in place Support enforcement processes for non-compliance and escalate cases where necessary Liaise with contractors to coordinate access, appointments, and installation schedules About You Strong understanding of Section 20 consultation processes (desirable but not essential) Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex and technical information into clear, accessible language Confident managing sensitive conversations, including complaints and cost-related discussions Highly organised, with experience managing large, complex caseloads Comfortable carrying out site visits and working across a borough What's on Offer Hybrid working model with a mix of office, home, and site-based work Opportunity to contribute to a high-profile housing programme with real community impact Supportive team environment with clear processes and structure Experience within a large-scale programme, adding strong value to your CV If this sounds of interest, I'd love to have a chat please apply or get in touch to find out more.
Red Snapper Recruitment Limited
Leicester, Leicestershire
RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. Housing Management Officer Location: Leicester Salary: 16,463 per annum Hours: Wednesday to Friday Working Pattern: Office-Based Contract: Permanent About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and organised Housing Management Officer to join our team in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in housing management, supported accommodation, or social welfare services who is passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals and ensuring high-quality accommodation standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing housing-related processes, monitoring accommodation standards, supporting residents with housing benefit claims, and ensuring properties remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained. Key Responsibilities Housing & Financial Management Manage and monitor housing benefit claims, rent payments, and accommodation charges. Liaise with local authorities and benefits agencies regarding claims and payments. Maintain accurate financial records and produce regular reports. Monitor arrears and take appropriate action to maximise income recovery. Support residents to access appropriate benefits and financial assistance. Property & Maintenance Management Oversee the upkeep and maintenance of supported accommodation properties. Arrange and supervise contractors, maintenance work, and cleaning services. Conduct property inspections and maintain inventories. Ensure accommodation is prepared and ready for new residents. Health & Safety Ensure all accommodation complies with health and safety legislation and organisational policies. Conduct risk assessments and maintain health and safety records. Monitor fire safety procedures, security systems, and CCTV operations. Coordinate annual safety checks and inspections. Housing Administration Maintain accurate tenancy, referral, and occupancy records. Produce monitoring reports and statistical information. Support audits and quality assurance processes. Manage referrals and ensure accommodation occupancy levels are optimised. Resident Support Provide practical housing-related support to vulnerable women and families. Assist residents in maintaining independent living skills. Maintain accurate case records and documentation. Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to support resident outcomes. About You We are looking for someone who has: Essential Requirements Experience working within housing management, supported accommodation, social welfare, or a similar environment. Experience managing housing benefit claims, rents, or accommodation charges. Strong administration, record-keeping, and reporting skills. Good knowledge of housing legislation and welfare benefits. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong IT, literacy, and numeracy skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion. Desirable Housing Management qualification or relevant training. Experience supporting vulnerable individuals or families. Knowledge of health and safety requirements within residential accommodation settings. What We Offer Meaningful work making a difference in people's lives. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for training and professional development. The chance to contribute to high-quality housing and support services within the Leicester community. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, your application has been unsuccessful. If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested, please feel free to refer them to us! We have a "Refer A Friend" bonus scheme and we will reward you retail vouchers for any referrals who are not already known to us and are successfully placed! Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. Housing Management Officer Location: Leicester Salary: 16,463 per annum Hours: Wednesday to Friday Working Pattern: Office-Based Contract: Permanent About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and organised Housing Management Officer to join our team in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in housing management, supported accommodation, or social welfare services who is passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals and ensuring high-quality accommodation standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing housing-related processes, monitoring accommodation standards, supporting residents with housing benefit claims, and ensuring properties remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained. Key Responsibilities Housing & Financial Management Manage and monitor housing benefit claims, rent payments, and accommodation charges. Liaise with local authorities and benefits agencies regarding claims and payments. Maintain accurate financial records and produce regular reports. Monitor arrears and take appropriate action to maximise income recovery. Support residents to access appropriate benefits and financial assistance. Property & Maintenance Management Oversee the upkeep and maintenance of supported accommodation properties. Arrange and supervise contractors, maintenance work, and cleaning services. Conduct property inspections and maintain inventories. Ensure accommodation is prepared and ready for new residents. Health & Safety Ensure all accommodation complies with health and safety legislation and organisational policies. Conduct risk assessments and maintain health and safety records. Monitor fire safety procedures, security systems, and CCTV operations. Coordinate annual safety checks and inspections. Housing Administration Maintain accurate tenancy, referral, and occupancy records. Produce monitoring reports and statistical information. Support audits and quality assurance processes. Manage referrals and ensure accommodation occupancy levels are optimised. Resident Support Provide practical housing-related support to vulnerable women and families. Assist residents in maintaining independent living skills. Maintain accurate case records and documentation. Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to support resident outcomes. About You We are looking for someone who has: Essential Requirements Experience working within housing management, supported accommodation, social welfare, or a similar environment. Experience managing housing benefit claims, rents, or accommodation charges. Strong administration, record-keeping, and reporting skills. Good knowledge of housing legislation and welfare benefits. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong IT, literacy, and numeracy skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion. Desirable Housing Management qualification or relevant training. Experience supporting vulnerable individuals or families. Knowledge of health and safety requirements within residential accommodation settings. What We Offer Meaningful work making a difference in people's lives. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for training and professional development. The chance to contribute to high-quality housing and support services within the Leicester community. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, your application has been unsuccessful. If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested, please feel free to refer them to us! We have a "Refer A Friend" bonus scheme and we will reward you retail vouchers for any referrals who are not already known to us and are successfully placed! Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Rehousing Officer Location: Medway (Hybrid) Contract: 3 month temporary contract - possibility of extension Pay: 18 an hour We're working with a local authority in Kent looking for an experienced Rehousing Officer to join their housing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong people skills and a background in housing, tenancy or customer support to make a real difference in the community. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day housing needs for residents living in temporary accommodation. Coordinate property inspections, maintenance and repairs to ensure homes are safe and compliant. Support residents with advice and guidance to help them sustain their accommodation and move into permanent housing. Liaise with contractors, maintenance teams and internal departments to resolve property or tenancy issues quickly. Respond to tenancy-related concerns, including complaints and anti-social behaviour, in a fair and professional way. Maintain accurate case notes, tenancy records and reports. Work collaboratively with partner agencies, such as social services and the police, to support vulnerable residents and promote safeguarding. What We're Looking For: Previous experience in housing management, homelessness services, or tenancy support (essential). Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload. Empathetic and customer-focused approach. Good working knowledge of housing law and homelessness legislation (desirable). Why Apply: Hybrid working arrangement (office and home-based). Supportive team environment. Opportunity to gain valuable local authority experience and develop your career in housing services. if you are interested in the role, please apply with your CV now! Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Jul 07, 2026
Contractor
Rehousing Officer Location: Medway (Hybrid) Contract: 3 month temporary contract - possibility of extension Pay: 18 an hour We're working with a local authority in Kent looking for an experienced Rehousing Officer to join their housing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong people skills and a background in housing, tenancy or customer support to make a real difference in the community. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day housing needs for residents living in temporary accommodation. Coordinate property inspections, maintenance and repairs to ensure homes are safe and compliant. Support residents with advice and guidance to help them sustain their accommodation and move into permanent housing. Liaise with contractors, maintenance teams and internal departments to resolve property or tenancy issues quickly. Respond to tenancy-related concerns, including complaints and anti-social behaviour, in a fair and professional way. Maintain accurate case notes, tenancy records and reports. Work collaboratively with partner agencies, such as social services and the police, to support vulnerable residents and promote safeguarding. What We're Looking For: Previous experience in housing management, homelessness services, or tenancy support (essential). Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload. Empathetic and customer-focused approach. Good working knowledge of housing law and homelessness legislation (desirable). Why Apply: Hybrid working arrangement (office and home-based). Supportive team environment. Opportunity to gain valuable local authority experience and develop your career in housing services. if you are interested in the role, please apply with your CV now! Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established housing association for an experienced Community Engagement Officer to join their team on a temporary basis for an initial period of four months. This is a key role within the organisation, supporting customer engagement, tenant involvement, regulatory compliance, and continuous service improvement click apply for full job details
Jul 07, 2026
Contractor
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established housing association for an experienced Community Engagement Officer to join their team on a temporary basis for an initial period of four months. This is a key role within the organisation, supporting customer engagement, tenant involvement, regulatory compliance, and continuous service improvement click apply for full job details
Are you a resilient and adaptable team player? Looking for a resident-facing role in a caring team, where everyone makes a difference? Join us as our Welfare & Income Assistant Full Time - 35 hours per week Permanent Office Location : Croydon Patch Area : Croydon, Sutton & Bromley Hybrid working (2 days in the office, alongside resident visits and community-based working) Salary : 30,754.50 per annum Benefits on offer : 25 days annual leave (increasing by 1 day for each completed year of service), celebration leave, matched pension contributions, private healthcare, health plan benefits, flexible working and more. Interview Date : 22 July 2026 Closing Date : 14 July :59 We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting residents and looking to develop their career within housing. Working alongside our Welfare & Debt Advisor and Income Team, you will support residents experiencing financial hardship, helping them access benefits, maximise income, sustain their tenancies and connect with services that can improve their wellbeing. This is a varied role combining welfare support, financial inclusion and tenancy sustainment. You will build positive relationships with residents, partner agencies and colleagues to help achieve the best possible outcomes. Essential Requirements Full UK driving licence Basic DBS check Right to work in the UK What You'll Bring to ccha Experience of working with vulnerable people. Experience within housing, support services, customer service or a similar resident-focused environment. Knowledge or understanding of welfare benefits, gained either professionally or through lived experience. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Good organisational and IT skills. The ability to manage a varied workload and work independently when required. A commitment to delivering excellent customer service and positive outcomes for residents. About Us Founded as Croydon Churches Housing Association, ccha is a social housing provider with a focus on quality homes and excellent customer care. We have over 1,600 homes across Croydon, Sutton and Bromley, providing social housing, Shared Ownership and outright sales. We aspire to build more quality homes and continue to have a positive impact on the local communities in which we operate. Our focus is on ensuring that our residents are happy and safe in their homes. If you're interested, please apply via (url removed)/ where the full job description can be found. Other roles you may have experience of include: Housing Assistant, Tenancy Support Worker, Resident Support Officer, Welfare Benefits Advisor, Income Assistant, Housing Officer, Community Support Worker, Financial Inclusion Officer, Support Worker
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Are you a resilient and adaptable team player? Looking for a resident-facing role in a caring team, where everyone makes a difference? Join us as our Welfare & Income Assistant Full Time - 35 hours per week Permanent Office Location : Croydon Patch Area : Croydon, Sutton & Bromley Hybrid working (2 days in the office, alongside resident visits and community-based working) Salary : 30,754.50 per annum Benefits on offer : 25 days annual leave (increasing by 1 day for each completed year of service), celebration leave, matched pension contributions, private healthcare, health plan benefits, flexible working and more. Interview Date : 22 July 2026 Closing Date : 14 July :59 We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting residents and looking to develop their career within housing. Working alongside our Welfare & Debt Advisor and Income Team, you will support residents experiencing financial hardship, helping them access benefits, maximise income, sustain their tenancies and connect with services that can improve their wellbeing. This is a varied role combining welfare support, financial inclusion and tenancy sustainment. You will build positive relationships with residents, partner agencies and colleagues to help achieve the best possible outcomes. Essential Requirements Full UK driving licence Basic DBS check Right to work in the UK What You'll Bring to ccha Experience of working with vulnerable people. Experience within housing, support services, customer service or a similar resident-focused environment. Knowledge or understanding of welfare benefits, gained either professionally or through lived experience. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Good organisational and IT skills. The ability to manage a varied workload and work independently when required. A commitment to delivering excellent customer service and positive outcomes for residents. About Us Founded as Croydon Churches Housing Association, ccha is a social housing provider with a focus on quality homes and excellent customer care. We have over 1,600 homes across Croydon, Sutton and Bromley, providing social housing, Shared Ownership and outright sales. We aspire to build more quality homes and continue to have a positive impact on the local communities in which we operate. Our focus is on ensuring that our residents are happy and safe in their homes. If you're interested, please apply via (url removed)/ where the full job description can be found. Other roles you may have experience of include: Housing Assistant, Tenancy Support Worker, Resident Support Officer, Welfare Benefits Advisor, Income Assistant, Housing Officer, Community Support Worker, Financial Inclusion Officer, Support Worker
Michael Page Property and Construction
York, Yorkshire
Senior leadership Head of Service position for the Compliance and H&S teams for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East for Joseph Rowntree Housing. Client Details At Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT), we're not just offering jobs - we're building a community of passionate people who want to make a real difference. Whether you work in housing, care, or a supporting service, you'll find a purpose driven organisation where your ideas are welcomed, your development is supported, and your impact matters. We have 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East, with our head office being based in York and offer an agile working model. JRHT strives to be a housing association that is sustainable and engaging, providing high quality and continuously improving services and decent affordable homes in well-managed communities, prioritising those in greatest need. We're proud of our values-driven culture. We believe in trust, care, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and each other. At JRHT, you'll find a workplace where you can be yourself, feel part of something bigger, and do work that means something. The Compliance & Safety Team at JRHT has undertaken a strategic plan for enhanced growth to support legislative changes in the housing sector to future proof the safety of our customers. As part of this strategy we are recruiting to 3 specialist positions: Head of Compliance Health & Safety Manager Health & Safety Officer Description Senior leadership for the Compliance and H&S teams for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East 2 direct reports; Compliance Manager and H&S Manager, with a wider team of 7 supporting Management of the key compliance areas; Gas, Electrics, Fire, Asbestos, Lifts & Legionella Management of the H&S team Reporting to the Executive team and board Ensuring the organisation adheres to the Regulator of Social Housing Consumer Standards and legislations Ownership of KPI's Strategic planning and operational delivery for both Compliance and Safety Develop and implement improved policies and procedures Profile Relevant construction qualifications Relevant compliance or safety qualifications Proven track record in leading compliance teams Experience operating in a similar role in the housing or care sectors Thorough understanding of the key housing legislations for compliance Ability to oversee teams managing Electrics, Gas, Fire Safety, Asbestos, Legionella and Lifts Commutable distance of York Job Offer £68,996 salary Agile & flexible working model Excellent Pension Scheme with a 6% employer contribution, plus Death in Service 33 days paid holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell more Wellbeing Hub, face-to-face counselling, access to staff network groups and an Employee Support Programme offering confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year Cost of living support with discounts and vouchers with 800+ retailers, utility services and supermarkets via the Rewards Portal Emergency Leave, Carers Leave and enhanced new-parent and adoption pay Health Care Cash Plan and gym membership discounts Free on-site parking, Season ticket Travel Loan and a Cycle To Work Scheme Full job description is available upon request or contact Daniel Ogden for an informal conversation.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Senior leadership Head of Service position for the Compliance and H&S teams for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East for Joseph Rowntree Housing. Client Details At Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT), we're not just offering jobs - we're building a community of passionate people who want to make a real difference. Whether you work in housing, care, or a supporting service, you'll find a purpose driven organisation where your ideas are welcomed, your development is supported, and your impact matters. We have 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East, with our head office being based in York and offer an agile working model. JRHT strives to be a housing association that is sustainable and engaging, providing high quality and continuously improving services and decent affordable homes in well-managed communities, prioritising those in greatest need. We're proud of our values-driven culture. We believe in trust, care, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and each other. At JRHT, you'll find a workplace where you can be yourself, feel part of something bigger, and do work that means something. The Compliance & Safety Team at JRHT has undertaken a strategic plan for enhanced growth to support legislative changes in the housing sector to future proof the safety of our customers. As part of this strategy we are recruiting to 3 specialist positions: Head of Compliance Health & Safety Manager Health & Safety Officer Description Senior leadership for the Compliance and H&S teams for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East 2 direct reports; Compliance Manager and H&S Manager, with a wider team of 7 supporting Management of the key compliance areas; Gas, Electrics, Fire, Asbestos, Lifts & Legionella Management of the H&S team Reporting to the Executive team and board Ensuring the organisation adheres to the Regulator of Social Housing Consumer Standards and legislations Ownership of KPI's Strategic planning and operational delivery for both Compliance and Safety Develop and implement improved policies and procedures Profile Relevant construction qualifications Relevant compliance or safety qualifications Proven track record in leading compliance teams Experience operating in a similar role in the housing or care sectors Thorough understanding of the key housing legislations for compliance Ability to oversee teams managing Electrics, Gas, Fire Safety, Asbestos, Legionella and Lifts Commutable distance of York Job Offer £68,996 salary Agile & flexible working model Excellent Pension Scheme with a 6% employer contribution, plus Death in Service 33 days paid holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell more Wellbeing Hub, face-to-face counselling, access to staff network groups and an Employee Support Programme offering confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year Cost of living support with discounts and vouchers with 800+ retailers, utility services and supermarkets via the Rewards Portal Emergency Leave, Carers Leave and enhanced new-parent and adoption pay Health Care Cash Plan and gym membership discounts Free on-site parking, Season ticket Travel Loan and a Cycle To Work Scheme Full job description is available upon request or contact Daniel Ogden for an informal conversation.
Annual salary: up to £39,809.07 Gas Engineer Location: Peterborough Salary: Up to £39,809.07 per annum plus company vehicle and fuel card Contract Type: Full time - Permanent, 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday This role offers excellent earning potential, with out-of-hours call-outs available in the evenings and at weekends, paid at £35 per call-out. About the Role: We're looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Gas Engineer to join our team in Peterborough delivering high-quality gas servicing, repairs, and installations across our clients' housing stock. Your role will be vital in ensuring that all gas appliances and systems are safe, compliant, and fit for continued use. You'll carry out a range of domestic gas works including boiler diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and installations. Accuracy, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are essential, as your work directly impacts the wellbeing of residents, staff, and the wider public. You'll be expected to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining high standards of customer service and compliance at all times. Key Responsibilities: Carry out servicing, repairs, and installations of domestic gas appliances including boilers, cookers, and fires Diagnose faults and complete remedial works efficiently and safely Perform landlord gas safety inspections and issue certificates (CP12s) Ensure all work complies with current gas regulations and internal procedures Respond to emergency call-outs and urgent repairs when required Record all work completed using handheld devices or job management systems Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication Maintain van stock levels and order materials as needed Identify and report any safeguarding concerns or property hazards Work collaboratively with other trades to complete multi-skill jobs Participate in toolbox talks, training sessions, and safety briefings Ensure PPE is worn and health & safety procedures are followed at all times Support apprentices or junior engineers when required Key Criteria Qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance Hold valid ACS certification (e.g. CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1) Experience in domestic boiler servicing, fault diagnosis, and installation Good understanding of electrical safe isolation and basic wiring principles Knowledge of current gas safety legislation and compliance standards Experience working in social housing or local authority environments (preferred) Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach Ability to work independently and as part of a team Comfortable using handheld devices or digital job management systems Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices Flexible and willing to travel across properties and attend out-of-hours callouts Full UK driving licence Benefits we can offer you: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment. Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more Family friendly policies Company Vehicle and Fuel Card Access to EAP Counselling sessions All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Required Qualifications: CCN1 Core Domestic Gas Safety - Skills Training Agency, CENWAT Central Heating Boilers & Water Heaters - LCL Awards, CKR1 Domestic Cooking Appliances - LCL Awards Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan () If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Annual salary: up to £39,809.07 Gas Engineer Location: Peterborough Salary: Up to £39,809.07 per annum plus company vehicle and fuel card Contract Type: Full time - Permanent, 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday This role offers excellent earning potential, with out-of-hours call-outs available in the evenings and at weekends, paid at £35 per call-out. About the Role: We're looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Gas Engineer to join our team in Peterborough delivering high-quality gas servicing, repairs, and installations across our clients' housing stock. Your role will be vital in ensuring that all gas appliances and systems are safe, compliant, and fit for continued use. You'll carry out a range of domestic gas works including boiler diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and installations. Accuracy, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are essential, as your work directly impacts the wellbeing of residents, staff, and the wider public. You'll be expected to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining high standards of customer service and compliance at all times. Key Responsibilities: Carry out servicing, repairs, and installations of domestic gas appliances including boilers, cookers, and fires Diagnose faults and complete remedial works efficiently and safely Perform landlord gas safety inspections and issue certificates (CP12s) Ensure all work complies with current gas regulations and internal procedures Respond to emergency call-outs and urgent repairs when required Record all work completed using handheld devices or job management systems Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication Maintain van stock levels and order materials as needed Identify and report any safeguarding concerns or property hazards Work collaboratively with other trades to complete multi-skill jobs Participate in toolbox talks, training sessions, and safety briefings Ensure PPE is worn and health & safety procedures are followed at all times Support apprentices or junior engineers when required Key Criteria Qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance Hold valid ACS certification (e.g. CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1) Experience in domestic boiler servicing, fault diagnosis, and installation Good understanding of electrical safe isolation and basic wiring principles Knowledge of current gas safety legislation and compliance standards Experience working in social housing or local authority environments (preferred) Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach Ability to work independently and as part of a team Comfortable using handheld devices or digital job management systems Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices Flexible and willing to travel across properties and attend out-of-hours callouts Full UK driving licence Benefits we can offer you: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment. Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more Family friendly policies Company Vehicle and Fuel Card Access to EAP Counselling sessions All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Required Qualifications: CCN1 Core Domestic Gas Safety - Skills Training Agency, CENWAT Central Heating Boilers & Water Heaters - LCL Awards, CKR1 Domestic Cooking Appliances - LCL Awards Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan () If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
Eden Brown are seeking a highly experienced Neighbourhood Officer on a 3 month contract situated in Manchester The role as Housing Officer will involve hybrid work 2-3 days at home/and or in the office As a Housing Officer your role will involve: - Providing a frontline service to a portfolio of tenants across Manchester - Dealing with Allocations and Lettings - Tenancy Sustainment - Safeguarding, Domestic Abuse and Community Safety - Environmental issues ie fly tipping, garden issues Due to the nature of this role interested candidates must have extensive Housing Management experience You must have access to a car Only apply if you match the above criteria Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jul 07, 2026
Seasonal
Eden Brown are seeking a highly experienced Neighbourhood Officer on a 3 month contract situated in Manchester The role as Housing Officer will involve hybrid work 2-3 days at home/and or in the office As a Housing Officer your role will involve: - Providing a frontline service to a portfolio of tenants across Manchester - Dealing with Allocations and Lettings - Tenancy Sustainment - Safeguarding, Domestic Abuse and Community Safety - Environmental issues ie fly tipping, garden issues Due to the nature of this role interested candidates must have extensive Housing Management experience You must have access to a car Only apply if you match the above criteria Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Housing Interventions Officer - Custody Based - HMP Parc Location: Bridgend Salary : £26,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you a positive, solutions-focused professional with a passion for preventing homelessness and reducing reoffending? If you're driven by supporting meaningful change for people involved in the criminal justice system, this could be the ideal role for you. As a Housing Interventions Officer, you'll be based primarily at HMP Parc, working side-by-side with Probation resettlement colleagues and directly with men in custody and on release. Occasional travel to HMP Cardiff, Swansea, Usk or Prescoed may be required depending on service need. You'll deliver housing-focused interventions that prevent homelessness, improve access to accommodation and support successful resettlement into the community. What you'll be doing Deliver 1-to-1 housing advice and interventions within the prison environment Complete holistic housing needs assessments and develop clear, structured action plans Prevent homelessness by securing and sustaining suitable accommodation Source private rented accommodation (HMOs, shared housing, studios and 1-beds) Liaise with landlords and agents, including negotiating rent and tenancy terms Ensure properties meet legal, health & safety and Rent Smart Wales requirements Work closely with Prison, Probation and housing partners to manage risk and achieve targets Encourage engagement with Forward Connect and other appropriate support services What we're looking for Good knowledge of housing and welfare benefits systems Experience providing housing and welfare advice Experience assessing housing and wider support needs Ability to develop support plans to help people sustain tenancies Understanding of homelessness, abstinence-based recovery and complex needs Experience supporting people facing multiple disadvantage If you're motivated, resilient and committed to reducing reoffending through stable housing, we'd love to hear from you. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6-8 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Housing Interventions Officer - Custody Based - HMP Parc Location: Bridgend Salary : £26,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you a positive, solutions-focused professional with a passion for preventing homelessness and reducing reoffending? If you're driven by supporting meaningful change for people involved in the criminal justice system, this could be the ideal role for you. As a Housing Interventions Officer, you'll be based primarily at HMP Parc, working side-by-side with Probation resettlement colleagues and directly with men in custody and on release. Occasional travel to HMP Cardiff, Swansea, Usk or Prescoed may be required depending on service need. You'll deliver housing-focused interventions that prevent homelessness, improve access to accommodation and support successful resettlement into the community. What you'll be doing Deliver 1-to-1 housing advice and interventions within the prison environment Complete holistic housing needs assessments and develop clear, structured action plans Prevent homelessness by securing and sustaining suitable accommodation Source private rented accommodation (HMOs, shared housing, studios and 1-beds) Liaise with landlords and agents, including negotiating rent and tenancy terms Ensure properties meet legal, health & safety and Rent Smart Wales requirements Work closely with Prison, Probation and housing partners to manage risk and achieve targets Encourage engagement with Forward Connect and other appropriate support services What we're looking for Good knowledge of housing and welfare benefits systems Experience providing housing and welfare advice Experience assessing housing and wider support needs Ability to develop support plans to help people sustain tenancies Understanding of homelessness, abstinence-based recovery and complex needs Experience supporting people facing multiple disadvantage If you're motivated, resilient and committed to reducing reoffending through stable housing, we'd love to hear from you. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6-8 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Job reference: NLD-002203 Salary: £18,702 rising to £19,496 after probation, for 25 hours per week Closing date: 09/07/2026 Location: Wolsey Building Employment type: Permanent Hours Per Week: 25 Plus Sleep ins Additional role requirements: As this role is working with residents requiring extra support, you are required to have a current Enhanced DBS without Barred List check Do you thrive on making a real difference to people's lives every day? Can you bring empathy, organisation, and a passion for community into a role that truly matters? We're looking for an Extra Care Scheme Officer to join our team, supporting residents to live independently while feeling safe, connected, and supported within their community. This is a hands-on, people-focused role where no two days are the same - from tenancy management to wellbeing support, you'll play a key part in creating a positive living environment. This isn't your typical housing role. It's about more than managing tenancies - it's about building relationships, supporting independence, and helping residents lead fulfilling lives within a vibrant scheme. What's in it for you . In addition to the salary, we offer a number of benefits, including: High street discount schemes Health cash plans 26 days' annual leave, increasing to 29 after three years, with the opportunity to buy more Flexible bank holidays - take them when it suits you Car leasing scheme Hybrid working - offering you the flexibility to thrive in your role. You'll have the opportunity to blend the best of both worlds, spending approximately two to three days per week in the office once settled in the role. This is flexible and depends on meeting cycles and board activity. We also offer an optional nine-day fortnight scheme, allowing you to compress your hours if it suits the role. What you'll be doing Deliver day-to-day housing and scheme management to support residents' independence Monitor rent accounts and support residents to manage payments and avoid arrears Work closely with Adult Social Care, support providers, and external partners Respond to emergency calls and carry out welfare checks when needed Support tenancy processes including sign-ups, viewings, and compliance Maintain communal areas and oversee contractors to ensure a safe, clean environment Build strong relationships with residents, providing advice and resolving issues Encourage and support community engagement and social activities within the scheme What we're looking for: You'll be someone who genuinely enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering a great service. You might already have experience in housing, care, or a customer-focused role - or be looking to bring transferable skills into a meaningful environment. We're particularly interested in someone who: Has a good understanding of housing management or experience in a similar setting Is confident communicating with a wide range of people, including vulnerable residents Can balance empathy with professionalism when handling sensitive situations Is organised, able to prioritise tasks, and comfortable working independently Has experience (or an interest) in supporting residents with tenancy, wellbeing, or financial matters Is comfortable using IT systems and keeping accurate records Is flexible and willing to be part of a 24/7 rota, including sleep-ins or waking nights if required Speaks Asian language (desirable) If you have relevant qualifications (such as A-levels or equivalent) and experience in housing or a related sector, that's great - but just as important is your attitude and commitment to making a difference. If specific qualifications are required, please upload them with your application to demonstrate your eligibility. At PA Housing, we believe in respect, integrity, and accountability. Our work is about people - not just properties - and we're always looking for ways to do better. If that sounds like your kind of place, we'd love to hear from you. Disclosure and Barring Service: This role requires of the successful candidate to complete an enhanced DBS check. An enhanced DBS check will show any spent and unspent convictions. So why do we need to know this information? This role will be required to visit / support PA Housing residents in their own homes on a regular basis. Therefore we have a duty to our residents to ensure that we have taken precautions regarding who will be visiting them and representing PA Housing. Having unspent convictions will not necessarily preclude you from being recruited into the role; if you are potentially the successful candidate, we will complete a risk assessment with you to understand the circumstances around your conviction, how relevant they are to the post you have applied for and what remedial action , if any, have you have taken since your conviction. Suitable references will also need to be obtained prior to commencement of employment.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Job reference: NLD-002203 Salary: £18,702 rising to £19,496 after probation, for 25 hours per week Closing date: 09/07/2026 Location: Wolsey Building Employment type: Permanent Hours Per Week: 25 Plus Sleep ins Additional role requirements: As this role is working with residents requiring extra support, you are required to have a current Enhanced DBS without Barred List check Do you thrive on making a real difference to people's lives every day? Can you bring empathy, organisation, and a passion for community into a role that truly matters? We're looking for an Extra Care Scheme Officer to join our team, supporting residents to live independently while feeling safe, connected, and supported within their community. This is a hands-on, people-focused role where no two days are the same - from tenancy management to wellbeing support, you'll play a key part in creating a positive living environment. This isn't your typical housing role. It's about more than managing tenancies - it's about building relationships, supporting independence, and helping residents lead fulfilling lives within a vibrant scheme. What's in it for you . In addition to the salary, we offer a number of benefits, including: High street discount schemes Health cash plans 26 days' annual leave, increasing to 29 after three years, with the opportunity to buy more Flexible bank holidays - take them when it suits you Car leasing scheme Hybrid working - offering you the flexibility to thrive in your role. You'll have the opportunity to blend the best of both worlds, spending approximately two to three days per week in the office once settled in the role. This is flexible and depends on meeting cycles and board activity. We also offer an optional nine-day fortnight scheme, allowing you to compress your hours if it suits the role. What you'll be doing Deliver day-to-day housing and scheme management to support residents' independence Monitor rent accounts and support residents to manage payments and avoid arrears Work closely with Adult Social Care, support providers, and external partners Respond to emergency calls and carry out welfare checks when needed Support tenancy processes including sign-ups, viewings, and compliance Maintain communal areas and oversee contractors to ensure a safe, clean environment Build strong relationships with residents, providing advice and resolving issues Encourage and support community engagement and social activities within the scheme What we're looking for: You'll be someone who genuinely enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering a great service. You might already have experience in housing, care, or a customer-focused role - or be looking to bring transferable skills into a meaningful environment. We're particularly interested in someone who: Has a good understanding of housing management or experience in a similar setting Is confident communicating with a wide range of people, including vulnerable residents Can balance empathy with professionalism when handling sensitive situations Is organised, able to prioritise tasks, and comfortable working independently Has experience (or an interest) in supporting residents with tenancy, wellbeing, or financial matters Is comfortable using IT systems and keeping accurate records Is flexible and willing to be part of a 24/7 rota, including sleep-ins or waking nights if required Speaks Asian language (desirable) If you have relevant qualifications (such as A-levels or equivalent) and experience in housing or a related sector, that's great - but just as important is your attitude and commitment to making a difference. If specific qualifications are required, please upload them with your application to demonstrate your eligibility. At PA Housing, we believe in respect, integrity, and accountability. Our work is about people - not just properties - and we're always looking for ways to do better. If that sounds like your kind of place, we'd love to hear from you. Disclosure and Barring Service: This role requires of the successful candidate to complete an enhanced DBS check. An enhanced DBS check will show any spent and unspent convictions. So why do we need to know this information? This role will be required to visit / support PA Housing residents in their own homes on a regular basis. Therefore we have a duty to our residents to ensure that we have taken precautions regarding who will be visiting them and representing PA Housing. Having unspent convictions will not necessarily preclude you from being recruited into the role; if you are potentially the successful candidate, we will complete a risk assessment with you to understand the circumstances around your conviction, how relevant they are to the post you have applied for and what remedial action , if any, have you have taken since your conviction. Suitable references will also need to be obtained prior to commencement of employment.
Housing Interventions Officer - Custody Based - HMP Parc Location: Bridgend Salary : £26,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you a positive, solutions-focused professional with a passion for preventing homelessness and reducing reoffending? If you're driven by supporting meaningful change for people involved in the criminal justice system, this could be the ideal role for you. As a Housing Interventions Officer, you'll be based primarily at HMP Parc, working side-by-side with Probation resettlement colleagues and directly with men in custody and on release. Occasional travel to HMP Cardiff, Swansea, Usk or Prescoed may be required depending on service need. You'll deliver housing-focused interventions that prevent homelessness, improve access to accommodation and support successful resettlement into the community. What you'll be doing Deliver 1-to-1 housing advice and interventions within the prison environment Complete holistic housing needs assessments and develop clear, structured action plans Prevent homelessness by securing and sustaining suitable accommodation Source private rented accommodation (HMOs, shared housing, studios and 1-beds) Liaise with landlords and agents, including negotiating rent and tenancy terms Ensure properties meet legal, health & safety and Rent Smart Wales requirements Work closely with Prison, Probation and housing partners to manage risk and achieve targets Encourage engagement with Forward Connect and other appropriate support services What we're looking for Good knowledge of housing and welfare benefits systems Experience providing housing and welfare advice Experience assessing housing and wider support needs Ability to develop support plans to help people sustain tenancies Understanding of homelessness, abstinence-based recovery and complex needs Experience supporting people facing multiple disadvantage If you're motivated, resilient and committed to reducing reoffending through stable housing, we'd love to hear from you. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6-8 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Housing Interventions Officer - Custody Based - HMP Parc Location: Bridgend Salary : £26,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you a positive, solutions-focused professional with a passion for preventing homelessness and reducing reoffending? If you're driven by supporting meaningful change for people involved in the criminal justice system, this could be the ideal role for you. As a Housing Interventions Officer, you'll be based primarily at HMP Parc, working side-by-side with Probation resettlement colleagues and directly with men in custody and on release. Occasional travel to HMP Cardiff, Swansea, Usk or Prescoed may be required depending on service need. You'll deliver housing-focused interventions that prevent homelessness, improve access to accommodation and support successful resettlement into the community. What you'll be doing Deliver 1-to-1 housing advice and interventions within the prison environment Complete holistic housing needs assessments and develop clear, structured action plans Prevent homelessness by securing and sustaining suitable accommodation Source private rented accommodation (HMOs, shared housing, studios and 1-beds) Liaise with landlords and agents, including negotiating rent and tenancy terms Ensure properties meet legal, health & safety and Rent Smart Wales requirements Work closely with Prison, Probation and housing partners to manage risk and achieve targets Encourage engagement with Forward Connect and other appropriate support services What we're looking for Good knowledge of housing and welfare benefits systems Experience providing housing and welfare advice Experience assessing housing and wider support needs Ability to develop support plans to help people sustain tenancies Understanding of homelessness, abstinence-based recovery and complex needs Experience supporting people facing multiple disadvantage If you're motivated, resilient and committed to reducing reoffending through stable housing, we'd love to hear from you. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6-8 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
At Sovereign Network Group (SNG), our purpose is to provide good, affordable homes that are the foundation for a better life. We want to have a positive and lasting impact on our customers lives by offering safe, high-quality homes and building strong, connected communities. By shaping our services around specific localities, our local teams can manage homes and places more proactively, working closely with customers, communities, and local partners. We have a fantastic opportunity to join us as a Locality Manager (Customer and Neighbourhoods) to lead the delivery of proactive and customer centric services. Based from our office in Bristol , you will lead a team of Officers who are responsible for tenancy and neighbourhood management in a Locality that covers, Bristol and Gloucester . You'll combine office and home working in line with our hybrid approach, spending two days in the office a week. You'll need to travel across our geography when required so you should be happy to travel and have access to transport. The Role Reporting into one of our Regional Directors of Localities, you'll manage a team of up to 12 people across your locality, including Locality Officers, and Anti-Social Behaviour Officers. You'll set direction within the team by being clear on expectations, role modelling our values and supporting team and individual performance through robust feedback. You'll ensure that teams work together to deliver the right outcome for our customers in a safe and timely way.Responsibilities include: Being visible and present as a leader within the team, demonstrating professionalism and confidence and developing a high performing and well supported team Leading on all strategic and operational elements of service delivery across your locality with focus on customer, lease and tenancy management to enable customers to sustain their tenancy Working collaboratively with Locality Managers (Property Services) and cross functional senior leaders to deliver the Corporate Plan and Customer Vision Developing productive relationships with local stakeholders built on trust, respect, and a joint interest in improving the lives of our residents and communities, with a specific focus on Local Authority partners, statutory agencies, and elected members within a locality Developing and maintaining a digital presence within localities, actively broadcasting community messaging and by hearing our customers voice, develop innovative solutions to build community ownership Securing social impact benefits into the locality that create opportunity and improvements for our places; actively lead locality resident engagement activities to facilitate the co-creation of service as required Collaboratively develop, set, and monitor challenging targets for key business services that meet agreed performance, service and financial standards ensuring customer satisfaction, cost effectiveness and value for money What you'll need You should have experience in a similar senior role, delivering tenancy management and neighbourhoods services to customers cross tenure. You'll need to demonstrate experience of managing a multi-disciplinary customer focused team in a large and complex organisation with demonstrable knowledge of performance improvement. You'll have a high level of technical tenancy and neighbourhood management expertise. You'll also need: Ability to plan, track and forecast income and expenditure against relevant budgets, to deliver a value for money service The ability to effectively manage and lead a team; inspiring, supporting and developing them to optimise their performance A track record of meeting deadlines and working effectively with others in a complex and dynamic environment Strong people skills and you'll be an effective communicator, with the ability to influence and challenge Evidence of excellent customer service achievements in a complex delivery environment Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Membership of a professional body - CIH (Chartered Institute of Housing) or equivalent or working towards this is preferred Please note: Interviews will be held on 27th July in Bristol
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
At Sovereign Network Group (SNG), our purpose is to provide good, affordable homes that are the foundation for a better life. We want to have a positive and lasting impact on our customers lives by offering safe, high-quality homes and building strong, connected communities. By shaping our services around specific localities, our local teams can manage homes and places more proactively, working closely with customers, communities, and local partners. We have a fantastic opportunity to join us as a Locality Manager (Customer and Neighbourhoods) to lead the delivery of proactive and customer centric services. Based from our office in Bristol , you will lead a team of Officers who are responsible for tenancy and neighbourhood management in a Locality that covers, Bristol and Gloucester . You'll combine office and home working in line with our hybrid approach, spending two days in the office a week. You'll need to travel across our geography when required so you should be happy to travel and have access to transport. The Role Reporting into one of our Regional Directors of Localities, you'll manage a team of up to 12 people across your locality, including Locality Officers, and Anti-Social Behaviour Officers. You'll set direction within the team by being clear on expectations, role modelling our values and supporting team and individual performance through robust feedback. You'll ensure that teams work together to deliver the right outcome for our customers in a safe and timely way.Responsibilities include: Being visible and present as a leader within the team, demonstrating professionalism and confidence and developing a high performing and well supported team Leading on all strategic and operational elements of service delivery across your locality with focus on customer, lease and tenancy management to enable customers to sustain their tenancy Working collaboratively with Locality Managers (Property Services) and cross functional senior leaders to deliver the Corporate Plan and Customer Vision Developing productive relationships with local stakeholders built on trust, respect, and a joint interest in improving the lives of our residents and communities, with a specific focus on Local Authority partners, statutory agencies, and elected members within a locality Developing and maintaining a digital presence within localities, actively broadcasting community messaging and by hearing our customers voice, develop innovative solutions to build community ownership Securing social impact benefits into the locality that create opportunity and improvements for our places; actively lead locality resident engagement activities to facilitate the co-creation of service as required Collaboratively develop, set, and monitor challenging targets for key business services that meet agreed performance, service and financial standards ensuring customer satisfaction, cost effectiveness and value for money What you'll need You should have experience in a similar senior role, delivering tenancy management and neighbourhoods services to customers cross tenure. You'll need to demonstrate experience of managing a multi-disciplinary customer focused team in a large and complex organisation with demonstrable knowledge of performance improvement. You'll have a high level of technical tenancy and neighbourhood management expertise. You'll also need: Ability to plan, track and forecast income and expenditure against relevant budgets, to deliver a value for money service The ability to effectively manage and lead a team; inspiring, supporting and developing them to optimise their performance A track record of meeting deadlines and working effectively with others in a complex and dynamic environment Strong people skills and you'll be an effective communicator, with the ability to influence and challenge Evidence of excellent customer service achievements in a complex delivery environment Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Membership of a professional body - CIH (Chartered Institute of Housing) or equivalent or working towards this is preferred Please note: Interviews will be held on 27th July in Bristol
The Frank Parkinson Yorkshire Trust
Leeds, Yorkshire
Join a Values-Led Charity Making a Difference The Frank Parkinson Yorkshire Trust is a long-established almshouse charity providing high-quality independent living accommodation for older people in Guiseley. Home to 44 residents, our attractive and well-maintained site offers more than housing - it provides a safe, supportive community where people can live independently with dignity and confidence. We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Housing Officer to join our small, dedicated team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a varied and rewarding role, combining housing management, resident engagement, estate management, and community development. About the Role Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will lead the day-to-day housing management and estate services across our site. You will build positive relationships with residents, support their wellbeing and independence, ensure homes and communal areas are safe and well managed, and help create a vibrant community environment. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with people, takes pride in delivering excellent services, and can balance resident support with professional housing management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Manage housing applications, allocations, viewings, sign-ups, and empty homes. Carry out regular resident visits to support wellbeing, independence, and tenancy sustainability. Lead day-to-day estate management activities and property inspections. Monitor repairs, contractors, and compliance activities to ensure high standards are maintained. Respond effectively to resident enquiries, concerns, complaints, and safeguarding matters. Maintain accurate records and support housing, health and safety, and compliance requirements. Organise resident events, engagement activities, and community initiatives. Build positive relationships with residents, families, contractors, local organisations, and partner agencies. Contribute to service improvements and support reporting for senior management and Trustees. Provide occasional support outside normal working hours in emergency situations, with time off in lieu provided. What We're Looking For We are seeking someone who: Has experience in housing, property, community, support, or customer-focused services. Enjoys working directly with older people and supporting independent living. Has excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Can work independently while contributing positively to a small team. Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and sound judgement. Is confident managing competing priorities and maintaining accurate records. Understands the importance of safeguarding, health and safety, and resident wellbeing. Why Join Us? At The Frank Parkinson Yorkshire Trust, you'll be part of a small organisation where your contribution is visible, valued, and genuinely makes a difference.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Join a Values-Led Charity Making a Difference The Frank Parkinson Yorkshire Trust is a long-established almshouse charity providing high-quality independent living accommodation for older people in Guiseley. Home to 44 residents, our attractive and well-maintained site offers more than housing - it provides a safe, supportive community where people can live independently with dignity and confidence. We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Housing Officer to join our small, dedicated team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a varied and rewarding role, combining housing management, resident engagement, estate management, and community development. About the Role Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will lead the day-to-day housing management and estate services across our site. You will build positive relationships with residents, support their wellbeing and independence, ensure homes and communal areas are safe and well managed, and help create a vibrant community environment. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with people, takes pride in delivering excellent services, and can balance resident support with professional housing management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Manage housing applications, allocations, viewings, sign-ups, and empty homes. Carry out regular resident visits to support wellbeing, independence, and tenancy sustainability. Lead day-to-day estate management activities and property inspections. Monitor repairs, contractors, and compliance activities to ensure high standards are maintained. Respond effectively to resident enquiries, concerns, complaints, and safeguarding matters. Maintain accurate records and support housing, health and safety, and compliance requirements. Organise resident events, engagement activities, and community initiatives. Build positive relationships with residents, families, contractors, local organisations, and partner agencies. Contribute to service improvements and support reporting for senior management and Trustees. Provide occasional support outside normal working hours in emergency situations, with time off in lieu provided. What We're Looking For We are seeking someone who: Has experience in housing, property, community, support, or customer-focused services. Enjoys working directly with older people and supporting independent living. Has excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Can work independently while contributing positively to a small team. Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and sound judgement. Is confident managing competing priorities and maintaining accurate records. Understands the importance of safeguarding, health and safety, and resident wellbeing. Why Join Us? At The Frank Parkinson Yorkshire Trust, you'll be part of a small organisation where your contribution is visible, valued, and genuinely makes a difference.
4Recruitment Services are seeking a Housing Officer to join our clients Housing Services team based in Rugby. As a Housing Officer, you will work as part of a multi-functional housing team to provide an effective, seamless and responsive service that supports tenants, sustains tenancies and contributes to the delivery of the Council s housing objectives and wider priorities. You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload and working closely with tenants, colleagues and partner agencies to resolve housing issues, tackle anti-social behaviour, support vulnerable residents and help maintain safe, sustainable communities. About the role The Housing Officer will provide a comprehensive housing management service for tenants living in the Council s general needs properties. You will be responsible for a wide range of tenancy management functions, ensuring services are delivered in line with housing legislation, Council policies and procedures, and the Housing Strategy. You will provide advice, guidance and support to tenants and members of the public through office interviews, home visits, telephone calls, correspondence and email, with a strong emphasis on customer care and service quality. The postholder will also work closely with internal departments and external partner organisations to help sustain tenancies, support vulnerable tenants, resolve tenancy issues and improve outcomes for residents and communities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Deliver a housing management service to tenants of the Council s general needs properties. Provide advice, information and assistance to tenants and members of the public through a range of contact channels, including face-to-face, telephone, email and written correspondence. Support new tenants during the settling-in period, including carrying out settling-in visits within four weeks of tenancy start. Work with internal teams and external agencies to support tenancy sustainment and coordinate appropriate support packages for tenants. Refer tenants to specialist income officers where appropriate for rent support, income maximisation and rent recovery advice. Complete income and expenditure assessments with tenants to help ensure they receive all benefits and support they are entitled to. Review introductory and flexible tenancies within required timescales and make informed decisions relating to tenancy matters. Investigate and process tenancy management requests including transfers, mutual exchanges and succession cases in line with legislation and policy. Investigate breaches of tenancy conditions and take appropriate action, including legal action where necessary. Manage cases involving anti-social behaviour, neighbour nuisance and tenancy-related disputes, working in partnership with agencies such as the police and social services. Prepare case files, witness statements and evidence bundles to support enforcement and court action where required. Promote tenant participation, engagement and equality of opportunity across the service. Work with residents and partner agencies to develop and maintain community agreements. Undertake estate inspections and health and safety checks, ensuring housing stock and communal areas are managed effectively and issues are addressed promptly. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a customer-focused environment. An understanding of current housing issues and the local and national political and social context in which local authority housing services operate. The ability to encourage and support tenant participation and engagement. Confidence in dealing with financial matters, including basic income and expenditure work. A full current driving licence and access to a vehicle A full JD is available upon request. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Jul 07, 2026
Contractor
4Recruitment Services are seeking a Housing Officer to join our clients Housing Services team based in Rugby. As a Housing Officer, you will work as part of a multi-functional housing team to provide an effective, seamless and responsive service that supports tenants, sustains tenancies and contributes to the delivery of the Council s housing objectives and wider priorities. You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload and working closely with tenants, colleagues and partner agencies to resolve housing issues, tackle anti-social behaviour, support vulnerable residents and help maintain safe, sustainable communities. About the role The Housing Officer will provide a comprehensive housing management service for tenants living in the Council s general needs properties. You will be responsible for a wide range of tenancy management functions, ensuring services are delivered in line with housing legislation, Council policies and procedures, and the Housing Strategy. You will provide advice, guidance and support to tenants and members of the public through office interviews, home visits, telephone calls, correspondence and email, with a strong emphasis on customer care and service quality. The postholder will also work closely with internal departments and external partner organisations to help sustain tenancies, support vulnerable tenants, resolve tenancy issues and improve outcomes for residents and communities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Deliver a housing management service to tenants of the Council s general needs properties. Provide advice, information and assistance to tenants and members of the public through a range of contact channels, including face-to-face, telephone, email and written correspondence. Support new tenants during the settling-in period, including carrying out settling-in visits within four weeks of tenancy start. Work with internal teams and external agencies to support tenancy sustainment and coordinate appropriate support packages for tenants. Refer tenants to specialist income officers where appropriate for rent support, income maximisation and rent recovery advice. Complete income and expenditure assessments with tenants to help ensure they receive all benefits and support they are entitled to. Review introductory and flexible tenancies within required timescales and make informed decisions relating to tenancy matters. Investigate and process tenancy management requests including transfers, mutual exchanges and succession cases in line with legislation and policy. Investigate breaches of tenancy conditions and take appropriate action, including legal action where necessary. Manage cases involving anti-social behaviour, neighbour nuisance and tenancy-related disputes, working in partnership with agencies such as the police and social services. Prepare case files, witness statements and evidence bundles to support enforcement and court action where required. Promote tenant participation, engagement and equality of opportunity across the service. Work with residents and partner agencies to develop and maintain community agreements. Undertake estate inspections and health and safety checks, ensuring housing stock and communal areas are managed effectively and issues are addressed promptly. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a customer-focused environment. An understanding of current housing issues and the local and national political and social context in which local authority housing services operate. The ability to encourage and support tenant participation and engagement. Confidence in dealing with financial matters, including basic income and expenditure work. A full current driving licence and access to a vehicle A full JD is available upon request. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Finance Business Partner - Assets, Repairs & Maintenance Manchester, Greater Manchester £55,500 per annum Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week), Agile working arrangements in place Closing date: 13th July 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 13th July 2026 Interview Location: Oaklands House, Suite 2, Second Floor, Oaklands House, 34 Washway Road, Sale, M33 6FS Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and those we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us building relationships and delivering great experiences for these people. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference who will take responsibility to get things done. As a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community. This role will help us to do this by providing a proactive financial support and advice to budget holders based on a sound understanding of the relevant business area whilst supporting the Financial Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for Preparation of timely financial reporting for the Repairs and Assets directorate, in accordance with the monthly management accounts timetable. Undertake monthly meetings with budget holders for the relevant business area to discuss their management accounts (including team listings) and provide insight to enable operational decision making. Provide day to day management of the Assistant Business Partner and Assets and Insurance Officer, including appraisal, mentoring, training and development Contribute to the financial reports issued monthly to the Leadership Team and quarterly to Board We need people who are or have Accounting qualification, such as CIMA/ACCA Experience providing expert advice, support and challenge to colleagues and being able to communicate and present complex financial information to non-finance colleagues Knowledge of relevant accounting standards, recommended practice and guidance Experience working with financial and other systems Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Finance Business Partner - Assets, Repairs & Maintenance Manchester, Greater Manchester £55,500 per annum Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week), Agile working arrangements in place Closing date: 13th July 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 13th July 2026 Interview Location: Oaklands House, Suite 2, Second Floor, Oaklands House, 34 Washway Road, Sale, M33 6FS Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and those we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us building relationships and delivering great experiences for these people. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference who will take responsibility to get things done. As a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community. This role will help us to do this by providing a proactive financial support and advice to budget holders based on a sound understanding of the relevant business area whilst supporting the Financial Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for Preparation of timely financial reporting for the Repairs and Assets directorate, in accordance with the monthly management accounts timetable. Undertake monthly meetings with budget holders for the relevant business area to discuss their management accounts (including team listings) and provide insight to enable operational decision making. Provide day to day management of the Assistant Business Partner and Assets and Insurance Officer, including appraisal, mentoring, training and development Contribute to the financial reports issued monthly to the Leadership Team and quarterly to Board We need people who are or have Accounting qualification, such as CIMA/ACCA Experience providing expert advice, support and challenge to colleagues and being able to communicate and present complex financial information to non-finance colleagues Knowledge of relevant accounting standards, recommended practice and guidance Experience working with financial and other systems Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
JOB TITLE: Service Manager RESPONSIBLE TO: Chief Executive Officer HOURS OF WORK: 37 hours per week BASED AT: 11/13 Queen Street, Worksop, Notts, S80 2AN HOLIDAYS: 28 days - including statutory holidays (pro rata) SALARY : £34,000 per annum plus benefits Main Duties and Responsibilities Direct the work of Accommodation Officers and Wardens, ensuring that the team are working efficiently and effectively, providing continuity of service for clients. Ensure organisational standards are being met in the accommodation service across all Hope properties. Draw up rotas in advance for sign-off from the CEO. Monitor staff attendance and report absences promptly to the Management Team. Motivate the team through regular one to one supervisions and by modelling good practice. Monitor and manage team performance and progress reporting issues at the Management Team meetings. Identify staff training needs and submit requests to the Office Manager. Ensure adequate procedures are in place, policy is clear and understood by both staff and clients. Supervise the delivery of other services provided on site. Ensure that weekly property inspections are undertaken by the Wardens and that all health and safety requirements are being met, and they are reporting and recording any actions and concerns promptly to you on a weekly basis. Carry out monthly property inspections on all Hope properties. Work with the Office Manager to manage all Health and Safety issues. Assist in the recruitment and selection of staff. Undertake regular file reviews ensuring all client files are regularly updated and are maintained in line with Hope's requirements. Ensure that Accommodation Officers are monitoring the needs of clients, and monitor the initial and further risk assessments against the clients support plan to ensure progress is being made and monitored. Monitor Accommodation Officers caseloads and ensure that reports are completed thoroughly and accurately by the Accommodation Officer and in an acceptable timeframe. Ensure housing benefit and council tax applications are completed adequately and submit-ted in a timely fashion. Undertake disciplinary and grievance procedures as necessary. Undertake evictions if these arise. Develop assessment criteria to determine suitability of clients applying for accommodation, and confirm applications submitted by Accommodation Officer on behalf of clients. Deal with complaints from clients. Implement the warnings and exclusions' policy where necessary. Ensure work with clients is tangible and leads to positive outcomes, and that Accommodation Officers are recording all outcomes. Submit verified staff timesheets and rotas to the Finance Manager/CEO for payment. Take overall responsibility for the hostel petty cash system. Ensure client charges are received, recorded and received by Finance Manager. Identify Health and Safety issues and action in line with policy and procedures. Keep up to date Health and Safety records in line with regulations. Take overall responsibility for accurate risk assessment recordings and actions. Take overall responsibility for the safeguarding of accommodation service staff and clients. Keep up to date incident reports. Work in partnership with other agencies to ensure a high standard of service is delivered. Monitor equality and diversity, ensuring an accessible service to all clients. Attend case conferences, joint assessments and meetings as necessary and directed by the CEO. Promote the service to a wider community. Provide written monthly reports for management/board meetings as required by the CEO. Provide statistical information as required by the CEO. To respect the confidential nature of the work. To participate in appropriate training and staff development programmes. To promote and ensure the implementation and compliance with Hope's policies. To ensure that organisational services are delivered in accordance with Hope's equal opportunity policy. Meet the requirements of rota systems. Work closely with the Finance Manager/Deputy CEO in CEO absence. To be on the on-call rota and available, when on call, to be on site when required in an emergency. Person Specification Essential Experience of motivating and managing staff. Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce concise and relevant proposals with meticulous attention to detail. Proven work experience and in-depth understanding of funding procedures, rules and regulations. Ability to be flexible and your skills in problem solving. High standard of computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook). Ability to plan, prioritise and work within agreed timeframes. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. A working knowledge of and commitment to, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice. An understanding of the need and practice for confidentiality. Ability to work on your own initiative, as part of a team, under pressure and with high levels of self-motivation. A thorough understanding of adult safeguarding and working with vulnerable people. Experience in managing contracts including quality assurance of services and the importance of monitoring and evaluating services. Desirable An understanding of homelessness and relevant issues. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £34,000 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: Worksop: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Safeguarding Hope is committed to safeguarding adults and as part of our safe recruitment practice the successful applicant will be subject to a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS check (currently up to £59.10) must be met by the successful applicant. Work Location: In person Reference ID: ServiceManager26
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
JOB TITLE: Service Manager RESPONSIBLE TO: Chief Executive Officer HOURS OF WORK: 37 hours per week BASED AT: 11/13 Queen Street, Worksop, Notts, S80 2AN HOLIDAYS: 28 days - including statutory holidays (pro rata) SALARY : £34,000 per annum plus benefits Main Duties and Responsibilities Direct the work of Accommodation Officers and Wardens, ensuring that the team are working efficiently and effectively, providing continuity of service for clients. Ensure organisational standards are being met in the accommodation service across all Hope properties. Draw up rotas in advance for sign-off from the CEO. Monitor staff attendance and report absences promptly to the Management Team. Motivate the team through regular one to one supervisions and by modelling good practice. Monitor and manage team performance and progress reporting issues at the Management Team meetings. Identify staff training needs and submit requests to the Office Manager. Ensure adequate procedures are in place, policy is clear and understood by both staff and clients. Supervise the delivery of other services provided on site. Ensure that weekly property inspections are undertaken by the Wardens and that all health and safety requirements are being met, and they are reporting and recording any actions and concerns promptly to you on a weekly basis. Carry out monthly property inspections on all Hope properties. Work with the Office Manager to manage all Health and Safety issues. Assist in the recruitment and selection of staff. Undertake regular file reviews ensuring all client files are regularly updated and are maintained in line with Hope's requirements. Ensure that Accommodation Officers are monitoring the needs of clients, and monitor the initial and further risk assessments against the clients support plan to ensure progress is being made and monitored. Monitor Accommodation Officers caseloads and ensure that reports are completed thoroughly and accurately by the Accommodation Officer and in an acceptable timeframe. Ensure housing benefit and council tax applications are completed adequately and submit-ted in a timely fashion. Undertake disciplinary and grievance procedures as necessary. Undertake evictions if these arise. Develop assessment criteria to determine suitability of clients applying for accommodation, and confirm applications submitted by Accommodation Officer on behalf of clients. Deal with complaints from clients. Implement the warnings and exclusions' policy where necessary. Ensure work with clients is tangible and leads to positive outcomes, and that Accommodation Officers are recording all outcomes. Submit verified staff timesheets and rotas to the Finance Manager/CEO for payment. Take overall responsibility for the hostel petty cash system. Ensure client charges are received, recorded and received by Finance Manager. Identify Health and Safety issues and action in line with policy and procedures. Keep up to date Health and Safety records in line with regulations. Take overall responsibility for accurate risk assessment recordings and actions. Take overall responsibility for the safeguarding of accommodation service staff and clients. Keep up to date incident reports. Work in partnership with other agencies to ensure a high standard of service is delivered. Monitor equality and diversity, ensuring an accessible service to all clients. Attend case conferences, joint assessments and meetings as necessary and directed by the CEO. Promote the service to a wider community. Provide written monthly reports for management/board meetings as required by the CEO. Provide statistical information as required by the CEO. To respect the confidential nature of the work. To participate in appropriate training and staff development programmes. To promote and ensure the implementation and compliance with Hope's policies. To ensure that organisational services are delivered in accordance with Hope's equal opportunity policy. Meet the requirements of rota systems. Work closely with the Finance Manager/Deputy CEO in CEO absence. To be on the on-call rota and available, when on call, to be on site when required in an emergency. Person Specification Essential Experience of motivating and managing staff. Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce concise and relevant proposals with meticulous attention to detail. Proven work experience and in-depth understanding of funding procedures, rules and regulations. Ability to be flexible and your skills in problem solving. High standard of computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook). Ability to plan, prioritise and work within agreed timeframes. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. A working knowledge of and commitment to, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice. An understanding of the need and practice for confidentiality. Ability to work on your own initiative, as part of a team, under pressure and with high levels of self-motivation. A thorough understanding of adult safeguarding and working with vulnerable people. Experience in managing contracts including quality assurance of services and the importance of monitoring and evaluating services. Desirable An understanding of homelessness and relevant issues. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £34,000 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: Worksop: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Safeguarding Hope is committed to safeguarding adults and as part of our safe recruitment practice the successful applicant will be subject to a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS check (currently up to £59.10) must be met by the successful applicant. Work Location: In person Reference ID: ServiceManager26
This exciting role links our 350+ community organisations that receive food from us - known as our Community Food Members (CFMs) - with our thriving and fast-paced food operation. As the Food & Membership Operations Coordinator, you will work across the charity with the Food, Membership and Warehouse Teams, as well as our large and diverse volunteer community, to ensure CFM organisations receive a smooth, reliable and high-quality service each week. The purpose of this role is to strengthen the connection between food supply, warehouse capacity and member demand. Acting as a key cross-functional coordinator, you will help ensure that surplus food flows efficiently into the organisation and out to the communities who need it. You will support both food-sourcing and membership functions, helping resolve issues quickly, improving communication, maintaining accurate data, and ensuring operational plans are aligned across teams. Reporting to the Food Manager, with a dotted line to the Membership Manager, this role is central to improving collaboration across the organisation and ensuring FareShare South West delivers a safe, efficient and impactful service to frontline community organisations across the region. 1) Cross-Functional Coordination Support daily and weekly communication between Food, Membership and Operations regarding supply and membership demand Maintain awareness of the food pipeline, providing timely updates on incoming supply, changes, restraints, gluts or shortages. Assist the Food Manager and Membership Managers with aligning food allocation planning to member needs, operational realities and transport schedules. Help coordinate solutions to operational challenges (e.g., quality issues, storage constraints, cancellations, short-dated stock). 2) Food Sourcing Support Support the Food Manager with local food sourcing activity, particularly in administration, supplier updates and basic relationship maintenance. Be a point of contact for day-to-day supplier communication, ensuring timely responses and accurate information flow Help maintain accurate sourcing records and documentation, including volumes, quality notes and engagement history. Support awareness-raising activities about FSSW's surplus redistribution capability (e.g., events, promotional updates). Assist with capturing local supply opportunities and best practice shared through the FareShare Network and escalating them to the Food Manager. Help coordinate truck logistics schedules in partnership with Operations ensuring incoming food is aligned with capacity. Assist with food safety and compliance tasks related to local sourcing (e.g., documentation updates, supplier follow-up, recall administration) under direction from the Food Manager. 3) Member Support & Service Delivery Support member onboarding, offboarding, account updates, queries, complaints and general membership administration. Lead on resolving daily member-facing issues, including food quality concerns and product recalls, escalating where appropriate. Support food allocation writing, ensuring allocations reflect supply, need and warehouse capacity. Maintain accurate and up-to-date member information, including delivery instructions, profiles and seasonal variations. Support membership-related campaigns, events and targeted projects (e.g., HAF, bolt-on models, piloted services). Communicate supply changes, special offers and gluts/shortages clearly to members in coordination with relevant teams. 4) Data, CRM & Reporting Maintain accurate member records in Salesforce and ensure data integrity across systems. Support reporting for funders, SLT and internal operational updates, including supply, allocations, member engagement and service metrics. Track and summarise recurring issues (e.g., cancellations, quality problems, demand spikes) to support decision-making. Contribute to KPI monitoring across both Membership and Food functions. 5) Compliance, Food Safety & Member Standards Operate in accordance with the FareShare Food Safety Manual and maintain required training. Support documentation for community food member (CFM) compliance, including kitchen checks, food safety standards and follow-up actions. Conduct in-person compliance visits with member organisations as required. Provide administrative support for product recalls, safety notices and compliance related communication. Person Specification Essential Criteria Experience or knowledge working in an operational, coordination or customer/member support role Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. Confidence working with data and digital systems Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to coordinate across teams and externally Desirable Criteria Experience in food sourcing, logistics, warehousing or surplus food redistribution, or an understanding of how food supply chains operate. Knowledge of food safety, warehouse processes or compliance requirements, or a willingness to develop this expertise. Experience using Salesforce, or similar CRM systems, with confidence managing data integrity and reporting. Experience working in a charity, community food environment or membership-based service Ability to build strong working relationships across internal teams and with external partners, suppliers or community groups. Comfortable representing the organisation externally Experience supporting projects or campaigns, including administration, coordination and communication tasks. Attention to detail in compliance-related work
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
This exciting role links our 350+ community organisations that receive food from us - known as our Community Food Members (CFMs) - with our thriving and fast-paced food operation. As the Food & Membership Operations Coordinator, you will work across the charity with the Food, Membership and Warehouse Teams, as well as our large and diverse volunteer community, to ensure CFM organisations receive a smooth, reliable and high-quality service each week. The purpose of this role is to strengthen the connection between food supply, warehouse capacity and member demand. Acting as a key cross-functional coordinator, you will help ensure that surplus food flows efficiently into the organisation and out to the communities who need it. You will support both food-sourcing and membership functions, helping resolve issues quickly, improving communication, maintaining accurate data, and ensuring operational plans are aligned across teams. Reporting to the Food Manager, with a dotted line to the Membership Manager, this role is central to improving collaboration across the organisation and ensuring FareShare South West delivers a safe, efficient and impactful service to frontline community organisations across the region. 1) Cross-Functional Coordination Support daily and weekly communication between Food, Membership and Operations regarding supply and membership demand Maintain awareness of the food pipeline, providing timely updates on incoming supply, changes, restraints, gluts or shortages. Assist the Food Manager and Membership Managers with aligning food allocation planning to member needs, operational realities and transport schedules. Help coordinate solutions to operational challenges (e.g., quality issues, storage constraints, cancellations, short-dated stock). 2) Food Sourcing Support Support the Food Manager with local food sourcing activity, particularly in administration, supplier updates and basic relationship maintenance. Be a point of contact for day-to-day supplier communication, ensuring timely responses and accurate information flow Help maintain accurate sourcing records and documentation, including volumes, quality notes and engagement history. Support awareness-raising activities about FSSW's surplus redistribution capability (e.g., events, promotional updates). Assist with capturing local supply opportunities and best practice shared through the FareShare Network and escalating them to the Food Manager. Help coordinate truck logistics schedules in partnership with Operations ensuring incoming food is aligned with capacity. Assist with food safety and compliance tasks related to local sourcing (e.g., documentation updates, supplier follow-up, recall administration) under direction from the Food Manager. 3) Member Support & Service Delivery Support member onboarding, offboarding, account updates, queries, complaints and general membership administration. Lead on resolving daily member-facing issues, including food quality concerns and product recalls, escalating where appropriate. Support food allocation writing, ensuring allocations reflect supply, need and warehouse capacity. Maintain accurate and up-to-date member information, including delivery instructions, profiles and seasonal variations. Support membership-related campaigns, events and targeted projects (e.g., HAF, bolt-on models, piloted services). Communicate supply changes, special offers and gluts/shortages clearly to members in coordination with relevant teams. 4) Data, CRM & Reporting Maintain accurate member records in Salesforce and ensure data integrity across systems. Support reporting for funders, SLT and internal operational updates, including supply, allocations, member engagement and service metrics. Track and summarise recurring issues (e.g., cancellations, quality problems, demand spikes) to support decision-making. Contribute to KPI monitoring across both Membership and Food functions. 5) Compliance, Food Safety & Member Standards Operate in accordance with the FareShare Food Safety Manual and maintain required training. Support documentation for community food member (CFM) compliance, including kitchen checks, food safety standards and follow-up actions. Conduct in-person compliance visits with member organisations as required. Provide administrative support for product recalls, safety notices and compliance related communication. Person Specification Essential Criteria Experience or knowledge working in an operational, coordination or customer/member support role Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. Confidence working with data and digital systems Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to coordinate across teams and externally Desirable Criteria Experience in food sourcing, logistics, warehousing or surplus food redistribution, or an understanding of how food supply chains operate. Knowledge of food safety, warehouse processes or compliance requirements, or a willingness to develop this expertise. Experience using Salesforce, or similar CRM systems, with confidence managing data integrity and reporting. Experience working in a charity, community food environment or membership-based service Ability to build strong working relationships across internal teams and with external partners, suppliers or community groups. Comfortable representing the organisation externally Experience supporting projects or campaigns, including administration, coordination and communication tasks. Attention to detail in compliance-related work
We have an opportunity for a dedicated Case Officer to join our Yorkshire casework team to manage and provide direct support, advice, and guidance to RBL beneficiaries across North and East Yorkshire on a wide range of issues including health, social care, employment, benefits, statutory support, and housing. Our Casework Services team plays a vital role at RBL in supporting the Armed Forces community, helping beneficiaries to lead better, more fulfilling lives. Each year, we assist around 12,000 people both in the UK and abroad. By collaborating with various departments within RBL and across a wide network of external partners, we ensure that our beneficiaries receive the support they need, regardless of their circumstances. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. Based in a friendly and established team, your role will be to ensure that beneficiaries receive appropriate welfare support and advice in an integrated and seamless way, providing a person-centred solution based on a thorough analysis of circumstances and needs. Reporting to the area Casework Services Manager, key responsibilities will include: - Manage casework support, providing direct support, advice and guidance to beneficiaries, - Assess beneficiaries' needs and draw on support from the regional specialist team and other providers as necessary, ensuring that support is made available in an integrated way that best meets the beneficiaries' needs - Support the Casework Services Manager and Head of Welfare in better understanding the needs of the beneficiaries in your area to inform the commissioning of specialist services - Advise beneficiaries of support which may be available to them and assist them in accessing this support as necessary - Work in close collaboration with other providers of welfare support services within the local area, developing an understanding of each other's services to facilitate appropriate referrals and support - Develop effective working relationships with other Legion services within the area in question (e.g Specialist Service teams, Recovery team, Branch Community Support supporters, care homes, Remembrance.). The role is primarily homebased and will have regular travel around the North and East Yorkshire area for meetings and visiting beneficiaries, therefore you will need to live in a location that allows reasonable travel around this area. There will also be occasional travel nationally to attend training or meetings. A valid UK Driving Licence is an essential requirement for this role. The successful applicant will require an Enhanced DBS check to be undertaken as part of the pre employment checks process. Employee benefits include - - 28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10% - Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives - Opportunities to volunteer - Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! For more detailed information about the role, please see the Job Description attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role. Interview Dates: week commencing 27th July 2026 We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
We have an opportunity for a dedicated Case Officer to join our Yorkshire casework team to manage and provide direct support, advice, and guidance to RBL beneficiaries across North and East Yorkshire on a wide range of issues including health, social care, employment, benefits, statutory support, and housing. Our Casework Services team plays a vital role at RBL in supporting the Armed Forces community, helping beneficiaries to lead better, more fulfilling lives. Each year, we assist around 12,000 people both in the UK and abroad. By collaborating with various departments within RBL and across a wide network of external partners, we ensure that our beneficiaries receive the support they need, regardless of their circumstances. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. Based in a friendly and established team, your role will be to ensure that beneficiaries receive appropriate welfare support and advice in an integrated and seamless way, providing a person-centred solution based on a thorough analysis of circumstances and needs. Reporting to the area Casework Services Manager, key responsibilities will include: - Manage casework support, providing direct support, advice and guidance to beneficiaries, - Assess beneficiaries' needs and draw on support from the regional specialist team and other providers as necessary, ensuring that support is made available in an integrated way that best meets the beneficiaries' needs - Support the Casework Services Manager and Head of Welfare in better understanding the needs of the beneficiaries in your area to inform the commissioning of specialist services - Advise beneficiaries of support which may be available to them and assist them in accessing this support as necessary - Work in close collaboration with other providers of welfare support services within the local area, developing an understanding of each other's services to facilitate appropriate referrals and support - Develop effective working relationships with other Legion services within the area in question (e.g Specialist Service teams, Recovery team, Branch Community Support supporters, care homes, Remembrance.). The role is primarily homebased and will have regular travel around the North and East Yorkshire area for meetings and visiting beneficiaries, therefore you will need to live in a location that allows reasonable travel around this area. There will also be occasional travel nationally to attend training or meetings. A valid UK Driving Licence is an essential requirement for this role. The successful applicant will require an Enhanced DBS check to be undertaken as part of the pre employment checks process. Employee benefits include - - 28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10% - Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives - Opportunities to volunteer - Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! For more detailed information about the role, please see the Job Description attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role. Interview Dates: week commencing 27th July 2026 We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
