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** Previous Applicants May Not Apply **Title: Customer Care OfficerContract: Permanent, Full-TimeHours: 37.5 hours per weekSalary: £32,007 per annum to £35,388 per annum dependent on experienceGrade: 5Reporting Office: Stratford, LondonPersona: Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHAvS+mhl0dTxssinBv5jo2QEghmh9BqNAYwKo/qBlw0b7xBookjhLQXASff2MSozlM" target="_blank">Role Profile - Customer Care Officer.docx</a> Closing date for completed applications: 23rd November 2025 at 11 PM<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include:Excellent pension plan (up to 5% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…**Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join our Customer Care team at L&amp;Q!Passionate about customer care? Prepared to go the extra mile to ensure our customers get a great service? If so, you could be the person we are looking for.Our Aftercare team is looking for someone who is confident and loves interaction with customers, builders and consultants. You must enjoy problem solving and have a determination to achieve positive outcomes for our customers in strict timeframes.The role will involve being the point of contact for our customers when reporting repairs in their new homes and having a positive input into new schemes that L&amp;Q is developing.It is essential that you possess excellent telephone skills, organisational and IT skills, together with the ability to work as part of a team.If you have a positive mind set, want to be involved in an exciting team that rise to challenges and want to make a real difference……we want to hear from you.Essential Skills:<ul><li>Highly motivated, pro-active, flexible and outcomes focused</li><li>Committed to excellent customer service</li><li>Excellent communicator with audiences at all levels</li><li>Effective time management</li><li>Energy and drive to achieve objectives</li><li>Strong IT experience especially in Excel</li></ul>We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&amp;Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South-East and North-West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!





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London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Customer Care Officer

Title: Customer Service Advisor Contract: Permanent, full time - 35 hours per week.Salary: London £26,775, Outside London: £25,210 per annum.Grade: 3 Reporting office: London, Stratford or Manchester, Trafford.Persona: Homebased Worker: Contractual hours to be worked on a remote basis, with ad hoc office attendance as required.Working pattern: Monday – Friday between 8am – 6:15pmClosing date: 17th November 2025 at 11pmInterviews: 2nd December to 5th December 2025Start date: 26th January 2026Training: There will be 7 weeks of mandatory training via Microsoft TeamsEarly applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.*Previous Applicants May Not Apply* - (if prior applications were regretted within 12 weeks).So you know the full expectations of our homeworking contracts, please read the whole advert and it’s supporting documents before applying.<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk/ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAKRbs/M0cjafrOL/6EkJiJ4mIQcMzA8jF6qvYBQXtzGoftWlJQw/CaTXwGYR0gQNOwrrBydf5Wu4TGyzQ9WLnUX" target="_blank">Customer Service Advisor Role Profile.docx</a><a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk/ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAKRbs/M0cjafrOL/6EkJiJ4U3aML6jI/sPaDVKSGYUpbLNnoAGdQMKUeWKFbB9wdZ4/UHc+LRxNdv+OfDmaFYjZ" target="_blank">CSA Supporting document.pdf</a>Join our Customer Services Team at L&amp;Q:Do you love helping people?Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service?Do you want to work for an organisation that really makes a difference?Then look no further! L&amp;Q has an award-winning customer service centre, we strive for excellence and our customers are the most important part of our business! As a member of the customer service centre, it is vital that you have the passion as a customer service professional to deliver excellence every time.We are large company, and we are still growing! The Customer Service Centre alone receives circa 3500 inbound calls per day. It is a vibrant and fun department with excellent training and promotion opportunities. We're looking for someone who can demonstrate strong communication skills and has experience of prioritising and managing their own time. To be successful you’ll need to be a high achiever who strives to meet and exceed KPIs. This will be measured against the high standards of customer satisfaction we set ourselves, are you up to the challenge?If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your impact in the role:<ul><li>Be the first point of contact for our residents. Provide first contact resolution where possible, through ownership of queries and taking the relevant action required.</li><li> Deal with a wide range of enquiries, which could include: maintenance repairs new and existing, housing management, account information – such as paying rent, money advice and support, Buying and selling property, and general leasehold enquires.</li><li>Answers customers messages via multiple channels, such as telephone, email and any inhouse packages to enhance the customer service experience.</li><li>Provide accurate and appropriate information to the enquiry.</li><li>Keep confidential records of customer interactions, transactions, comments and complaints, using the appropriate tools/ systems.</li><li> Comply with company policy and procedures.</li><li>Advocate L&amp;Q Values</li><li>Liaise with other departments where needed.</li><li>Play an active role towards departmental KPI’s and company objectives. </li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li> Clear communication skills both written and verbal</li><li>Excellent listening skills.</li><li>Remain resilient and focused while handling difficult conversations.</li><li>Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.</li><li>Be able to communicate and engage with the diverse and wide range needs from our customers and stakeholders.</li><li>Able to use positive and empathetic language to influence both internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Confidence to work individually whilst also having the ability to work collaboratively, playing an active role in both your team and overall department.</li><li>Responsible for your own time management and adhering to schedule.</li><li>Computer literacy, to be able to navigate multiple company software applications while still actively listening. - Problem solver using own initiative and take a common sense approach.</li><li>Target driven to achieve your individual KPI’s and objectives</li><li>Be responsible for your own learning (seeking advice, support, help and guidance when required</li></ul>If offered a permanent role you’ll receive a competitive annual salary with the potential to earn an additional £2,500 We issue a one-off reward of £500 for passing probation and you’ll receive up to £2,000 when you become multiskilled/learn new telephone channels (£500 per skill, max £1,500 within the first 18 months). Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more…Due to operational requirements of the business, including the need to provide service users and residents access to L&amp;Q employees who are responsible for responding to all repair requests—including emergency and health &amp; safety issues—handling income and financial enquiries such as rent payments and resident support, and managing housing-related queries including anti-social behaviour, neighbour safety, and homeownership matters between 8:00am - 8:00 pm Monday to Friday. Therefore we require those times to be covered by colleagues, and we operate a shift rota to cover this requirement. Our recruitment process: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment between the dates of 28th, 29th, 30th and 31st October. The interview will be a 60-minute online assessment, which will include competency based questions and a scenario with an IT assessment. Candidates will need to have a quiet space for the duration of the interview and be prepared with a Microsoft teams set up with a camera, working audio and notebook &amp; pen. Where possible, it’s recommended to use a computer, laptop or tablet for the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!#TJ





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Customer Service Advisor - 7264

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4>To liaise with operational Managers, Supervisors and operatives to ensure compliance with contractual service standards. To efficiently appoint work, supporting operatives to achieve productivity targets. To deliver an effective maintenance service which results in customer satisfaction in line with contractual KPIs/Measures.<h4>Salary:</h4>£27,000 to £29,000<h4>Hours of Work:</h4>40<h4>Contract:</h4>Permanent<h4>Probation Period:</h4>6 months<h4>Notice Period:</h4>1 month<h4>Who are we?</h4>TCH Repairs is our in-house Direct Labour Organisation (DLO), working alongside Town &amp; Country Housing to deliver responsive, high-quality maintenance and repair services to our residents. Their skilled team ensures our homes are safe, well-maintained, and meet the standards our customers deserve. By keeping repairs in-house, we’re able to provide a more personal, efficient, and accountable service.We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years, we’ve invested heavily in our homes and continue to do so as part of the Peabody Group. We promote hybrid working and have more than 300 employees based in various locations across our operating area, all working together to build thriving communities and deliver excellent customer service.<h4>Meet your Manager</h4>I have worked in social housing for 11 years in the repairs department. I started my journey working in the call center, I then moved into planning and progressed into a senior manager. As the senior planner I am responsible for a team of planners who are the pivotal point for the repairs contract. In my spare time I like gardening, reading, and spending time with my family.Emily Johnson, Senior Planner<h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4>• Assist in the effective delivery of the service operation by optimising the use of, principally, direct labour and specialist subcontractor resources available and develop and implement robust and effective procedures to achieve contract requirements. • Be responsible for works scheduling/planning, ensuring the correct trades are allocated, that they are provided appropriate appointment slots for the type of work and that the appointments are managed geographically to be travel efficient. Promote and maximize 1st time fix • To ensure all works orders received are scheduled immediately upon receipt via the mailboxes, portal and interactive planner and thereafter completed within target timescales leading to delivery of contractual key performance indicators. • Monitor systems to ensure appointments made are kept by the workforce, all system administration including completions, rejected appointments and contractor information and report appointment failings immediately to the manager. • Monitor all workflows and identify follow on works to ensure that they exceed no more than 5% of overall WIP target. Ensure all works are scheduled in a timely manner with the appropriate resource allocated. Report any trends to manager for system review. • Production, monitoring and communication of WIP to include routine and voids works versus target • A clear commitment to a customer-centred service and continuous improvement. • Work with Supervisors and Managers to provide feedback relating to operative conduct, absence, performance including PDA usage formed from daily checks • Coordinate appointments where multiple trades or subcontractors are required to attend • To work in conjunction with the allocated Supervisor review diaries, ensuring that works are ready to commence pending materials, tests and overall timescales to optimise service delivery and productivity • To fully assist and co-operate colleagues in the progress and investigation of complaints, effectively deal and respond. to queries and complaints from tenants, staff, and residents relating to services and service delivery • Liaise with the client to ensure all relevant databases are up to date. • Assist with the collation of supplies and material information from our approved suppliers and record cost data appropriately. • Ensure consistent and pro-active approach to role at all times, carrying out other duties as may be required from time to time in order to maintain an efficient operation of all aspects relating to the needs of the team TCH Repairs (additional training will be provided as required)<h4>General</h4><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4>• Previous Planning/Scheduling experience - Essential • Confident using Microsoft excel, word and outlook - Essential • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing - Essential • Be able to work as a team and independently - Essential • Previous experience in social housing repairs and maintenance - Desirable<h4>Behaviours</h4><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>25 days, increasing to 28 days at 5-years of service and 30 days at 10-years service</li><li>Pay review every year.</li><li>Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee.</li><li>Contributory pension scheme with 4% to 10% matched contributions.</li><li>Life Insurance.</li><li>24/7 Digital GP service and counselling helpline (including face to face sessions)</li><li>Free eye test voucher annually and contribution towards glasses.</li><li>Free annual flu jab.</li><li>Two volunteer days per year.</li><li>Extensive annual staff wellbeing programme of events.</li><li>Career development and vocational training opportunities.</li><li>Flexible annual benefits (for dental, healthcare, shopping vouchers, technology etc.)</li><li>Annual flu vaccinations</li><li>Access to an extensive range of corporate discounts on shopping travel, &amp; days out.</li><li>Social events, including rounders, festive Fridays and lunch time walking</li><li>Travel loan</li><li>Long service awards</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4>Our culture is about the shared values, beliefs and behaviours that determine how we do things, then the ways and systems of working that help to get those things done.Our new values, principles and behaviours will put customers at the heart and provide the foundation for the culture of the new organisation. Only by delivering a cohesive and customer-focused culture will we be able to achieve our purpose and priorites.We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:<h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4>TCH is an equal opportunities employer committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity or paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or caring responsibilities.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TCH.We are recognised as a ‘Disability Confident Committed Employer’. As part of this commitment, individuals who disclose at application stage that they have a disability, will be invited to interview provided they demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Candidates will be asked if they require any support or reasonable adjustments to enable them to fully participate in the recruitment process.<h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4>Please send a letter clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the criteria contained on the job description and person specification to <a href="mailto:recruitment@tch.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@tch.org.uk</a>.For internal staff only: Please note, if you're currently on legacy TCH, Rosebery, InTouch, Family Mosaic etc Terms and Conditions and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms and Conditions.Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.<h4>External Applications</h4>Please complete our online application form by clicking the Apply button below. We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward, so we strongly encourage early applications.Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4>Friday, 14 November 2025<h4>Interview Date:</h4><a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/opW2uuH7" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Town and Country Housing

Customer Services Planner

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Chelmsford City Council is committed to providing excellent waste and recycling services to our community. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Customer Service Assistant to join our team. If you have a passion for helping others, possess the skills necessary to deliver outstanding customer service, are ready to take on this rewarding&nbsp;challenge and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional waste and recycling services we would love to hear from you! Customer Service Assistants play a vital role in ensuring that our residents receive the highest level of service. Responsibilities include providing a high level of customer service via phone, online, and face to face interactions ensuring that all enquiries and concerns are addressed promptly and professionally.
The successful applicant will be experienced in actively listening to customers to fully understand their needs and issues, demonstrating empathy and patience. The post holder will possess the skills to remain calm under pressure, especially when dealing with challenging situations and utilising effective conflict resolution skills.
Members of the customer and business support team will support with administrative tasks, including data entry and record keeping, processing payments and handling financial transactions, to ensure smooth operations.
At Chelmsford City Council we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment. Applicants will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in your community while developing your skills and career. We provide comprehensive training and ongoing professional development to help you succeed in your role.
Interviews are currently scheduled for the 19th November 2025.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

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