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Housing Needs Review &amp; Improvement Manager &nbsp;(Job number: 3609) Salary: £48,969 Grade:&nbsp;Level 4 Zone 2 Location:&nbsp;5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent &nbsp; Hours:&nbsp;36 per week,full time Closing Date:&nbsp;Monday 7^th July at 23:55 About Camden Camden is building a borough where everyone can thrive. We're home to radical social change, progressive values, and big ambitions and housing is at the heart of our mission. We’re working closely with our communities to ensure access to safe, secure, and sustainable homes for all. We’re looking for a committed and experienced professional to lead our statutory housing review function and help drive improvement across our housing services. The Role As the Housing Needs Review &amp; Improvement Manager you will lead Camden’s housing review service, overseeing statutory reviews and legal challenges under Parts 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 1996. You will represent the Council in court, liaise with legal teams, and ensure decisions are legally robust and compliant. This is a strategic leadership role. You will manage and develop a team of review officers, champion service improvement, and shape policy in response to legal precedent and resident feedback. You will work closely with legal services, housing teams, elected members, and the ombudsman. You'll also lead on data analysis, training, and quality assurance, using insights to strengthen delivery across the housing service. About You You bring substantial experience in housing, homelessness, or legal services, with strong knowledge of Parts 6 and 7 of the Housing Act and related case law. You understand administrative law, safeguarding, and housing allocations. You have proven leadership experience, including managing staff, guiding performance, and improving service standards. You are confident representing the Council in legal proceedings, producing high quality written decisions, and training others on good practice. You are a collaborative, resident-focused professional with a passion for equity, inclusion, and better housing outcomes. To view the Job Profile, please CLICK HERE&nbsp; or copy and paste the below in to your browser: <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11012338/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11012338/file/documen…</a> What We Offer&nbsp; At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity &nbsp;&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments &nbsp;&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neuro diverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Camden Council

Housing Needs Improvement Manager

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Housing Officer - Salary £38,058 - £41,442pa The Resident Services Team is responsible for assisting tenants to sustain their tenancies and encourage and facilitate their independence, quality of life, safeguarding and health and well-being on a wide range of issues including housing, welfare rights, personal finance, hoarding, tenancy management, mediation, life skills and the promotion of personal independence. &nbsp;We also develop an holistic picture of each resident so as to be the principal point of contact for other council departments in actively trying to resolve issues / blockages such as gas access, hoarding, tenancy fraud, safeguarding. &nbsp;The post holder will act as the principle point of contact for a local area, estate or patch or group of residents so that the environment and condition that residents experience is well maintained to a high quality. We are a highly motivated and high achieving team and we are looking for 2 additional Housing Officers with Tenancy Management experience to complete our busy team. The work is both challenging and rewarding you will charged with maintaining an&nbsp; excellent and seamless service by working with partners and other internal and external services. &nbsp;The post holder will report to the Senior Housing Officer providing services to our customers through the following key objectives: &nbsp;• To establish and maintain effective working relationships with all work colleagues to ensure a one team approach to the delivery of &nbsp; &nbsp; our services whilst meeting individual and team key performance indicators and targets. • To engage with appropriate internal and external agencies in agreeing and implementing support / action plans in providing a tenancy support service to new and existing tenants to sustain tenancies and reduce homelessness in particular; Neighbourhood Sustainment, Income Management, Adult Social Care and Children’s Services and Mental Health to deliver a seamless service. Work and build strong partnership links with other agencies to include determining risk, providing support to include mental health cases, domestic violence, drug and alcohol misuse, disability to include attendance at multi-agency meetings. &nbsp;• Actively work alongside other Internal Departments to undertake casework regarding breaches of tenancy conditions including ASB, harassment, domestic violence, hate crime and nuisance to include attendance in Court.&nbsp; To work with key internal and external partners and stakeholders, demonstrating influencing and problem solving qualities in the delivery of excellent tenant and leasehold management services and the sustainability of tenancies and neighbourhoods. &nbsp;• To work collaboratively with the Income Team to tackle arrears and to support vulnerable residents. You will work within the Resident Services Team and have experience of working in social housing, tenancy management or similar public sector role, dealing with complex casework face to face and in writing, experience of developing relationships with wide range of local stakeholders and partners,&nbsp; providing good tenancy, housing and leasehold advice, best practice and compliance is desirable. <ul>
<li>&nbsp;With a proven track record of successful multi agency working, you will be outcome focused, clear thinking and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. You will also be a skilled and effective negotiator and problem solver.</li> <li>&nbsp;You will have excellent IT skills, in particular Microsoft Excel.</li> <li>&nbsp;To meet the requirements of this key role, you must be customer focused, able to work on defined operational projects, interpret complex housing related legislation and guidance and be able to meet tight deadlines.</li> <li>&nbsp;The post holder will be required to work 36 hours per week or as required by the Line Manager to meet the needs of the service.</li> <li>You must have a full UK driving license and a vehicle to use for work.</li> </ul> For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Sanna.Shahzada@havering.gov.ukor" target="_blank">Sanna.Shahzada@havering.gov.ukor</a> <a href="mailto:Jennifer.Aneto@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jennifer.Aneto@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 30/06/2025,&nbsp;however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770. Please view Job Profile&nbsp;here Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

Housing Officer

Organisation:&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary:&nbsp;PO4 (£47,532 - £50,574)Contract Type:&nbsp;Full time, permanentWorking hours per week:&nbsp;36Application Deadline:&nbsp;04/07/2025Proposed Interview Date(s):&nbsp;TBCReference: 1753About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp;The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;About the role:&nbsp;We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Housing Complaints &amp; Enquiries Team Leader to lead a team of officers in investigating and responding to Councillor and MP enquiries and complaints in relation to our landlord housing services. &nbsp;This role is key to promoting excellent complaint handling across the service, ensuring the highest level of customer care and that the service meets the required standards. &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Housing%20Complaints%20%20Enquiries%20Team%20Leader%20(1753).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Lead and support a team of Housing Complaints &amp; Enquiries Officers, regularly reviewing team performance and development needs.</li> <li>Ensure high-quality and timely responses to complaints, enquiries, Freedom of Information (FOI), and Subject Access Requests.</li> <li>Manage resources effectively to maintain high-quality responses.</li> <li>Coordinate complex Stage 1 complaints and responses to Housing Ombudsman orders.</li> <li>Promote excellent customer care and rebuild trust with residents.</li> <li>Drive relations with contractors, service area leads, and managers.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Identify and embed improvements to the complaint handling service.</li> <li>Contribute to policy, practice, and service development.</li> <li>Develop effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.</li> <li>Contribute to the completion of the annual self-assessment against the Housing Ombudsman’s Complaints Handling Code.</li> <li>Liaise with Housing Service Improvement Team Leader to provide insight and information to inform service improvement activity.</li></ul>Skills, Experience and Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Experience of leading a Team and the ability to demonstrate coaching and mentoring skills.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience of day-to-day supervision of an operational team.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrable experience of complaint handling and working in a complaint environment (preferably in housing).</li> <li>Excellent information gathering and analysis skills to understand whether policy and process has been followed correctly.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills with the ability to influence others to ensure that service standards are met or exceeded.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to make evidence based decisions in a fast paced environment.&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.</li> <li>An understanding of the responsibilities of social housing landlords (desirable).</li> <li>Familiarity with the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code (desirable).&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to evidence and demonstrate how to motivate a team and develop individuals.</li> <li>Experience of working in a local authority with an understanding of a local authority’s responsibility to elected members (desirable).&nbsp;</li> <li>Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office applications and case management systems.</li> <li>Degree or equivalent or vocational qualification in relevant subject or area or qualified by experience.</li></ul>Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp;</li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp;[SW1]&nbsp;</li></ul>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp;How to Apply:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposesof the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Salv Barbato, Acting Head Housing Engagement &amp; Service Improvement at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Salvatore.Barbato@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Salvatore.Barbato@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;





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London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Housing Complaints and Enquiries Team Leader

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Grade 6- £38,058- £41,442pa &nbsp; 1 Year Fixed Term Contract/Secondment Opportunity The Resident Services Team are responsible for assisting tenants to sustain their tenancies and encourage and facilitate their independence, quality of life, safeguarding and health and well-being on a wide range of issues including housing, welfare rights, personal finance, hoarding, tenancy management, mediation, life skills and the promotion of personal independence. Are you passionate about creating safe and harmonious communities? Do you have a knack for resolving conflicts and dealing with anti-social behaviour (ASB)? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive ASB Housing Officer to join our team. As an ASB Housing Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of our residents by managing and resolving ASB cases. Your expertise in conflict resolution and community engagement will be instrumental in fostering a peaceful living environment. Responsibilities: - Investigate and manage ASB complaints in line with our policies and procedures. - Liaise with residents, local authorities, and external agencies to resolve ASB issues. - Conduct regular estate inspections to identify and address potential ASB hotspots. - Maintain accurate records of ASB cases and actions taken. - Provide support and guidance to residents affected by ASB. Qualifications and Skills: - Previous experience in ASB or housing management is essential. - Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices in ASB management. - Knowledge of the Policing and Crime Act 2017. - Knowledge of the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. - Proficiency in using housing management software Open Housing and Microsoft Office. If you are enthusiastic about promoting community well-being and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp; This position is a front line role and is not remote working.&nbsp; You will therefore be required to be in the office or on site daily. Join us in making a difference and ensuring a better quality of life for our residents! &nbsp;You must have a full UK driving license and have a vehicle to use for work. &nbsp;Candidates who have previously applied for this position should not submit a new application Please view Job Profile&nbsp;here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Jennifer.Aneto@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jennifer.Aneto@havering.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Sanna.Shahzada@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sanna.Shahzada@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 30/06/2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp; We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Housing Officer (ASB)

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Housing Triage Officer - Fixed term contract until 31st March 2026
Post No: TBC
Salary: Starting from £30,559 to £35,235 per annum
Grade: Grade 5
Hours: 37 hours per week
Place of work: Worthing Town Hall
Closing date: 29th June 2025
Interviews: TBC
Join Our Dedicated Housing Needs Team and Make a Real Difference in Your Community!
At Adur &amp; Worthing Councils, we are driven by the belief that everyone deserves a safe, secure, and affordable home.
We're transforming our housing services with a focus on proactive prevention, early support, and empowering individuals to lead positive, healthy, and independent lives. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that truly helps people before they reach crisis, enables people to live independent lives and improves access to housing for those who need it most.
Our brilliant, hardworking, and dedicated Housing Needs Team is looking for a highly motivated individual with a desire to make a tangible difference in the local community. We need someone who can work in a challenging yet incredibly rewarding environment, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives.
This role will be responsible for assessing and discharging the Council's statutory duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act and developing personalised housing plans to prevent and relieve homelessness. While experience is valued, we also welcome applications from individuals with relevant and transferable knowledge and skills, as we are committed to providing excellent support and training.
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is deeply empathetic and can communicate with clarity while maintaining good boundaries in a role where you'll be making significant decisions in people's lives. You will be motivated, passionate, and resilient, with the ability to work well under pressure. Success in this role also requires the ability to navigate policy and process effectively, alongside being creative and adaptable in your approach to helping people.
You will be working with a diverse range of residents with varying needs and strengths. This requires you to be adept and skilled in your interactions, as some individuals may present with challenging behaviours due to their life experiences and potential trauma.
This vital work requires strong collaboration with partner agencies. You will need to be able to develop good working relationships, build trust, and negotiate effectively on behalf of our residents.
Most of all - you will be supported to do this work!
The successful candidate will be subject to a Basic DBS clearance.
For an informal chat about this impactful opportunity, please contact Charmaine Dore, Homelessness Prevention Team Leader at <a href="mailto:charmaine.dore@adur-worthing.gov.uk" target="_blank">charmaine.dore@adur-worthing.gov.uk</a> or 01273 263235
At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form.&nbsp;
As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview.&nbsp;
Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees.&nbsp; This includes:
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<li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Training &amp; development</li>
<li>Occupational Health</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li>
<li>Employee resource groups/networks&nbsp;</li>
<li>Buddy Support Programme&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexible working options</li>
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We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.

Adur & Worthing Councils

Housing Triage Officer

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Closing date:&nbsp;29 June 2025 Interview date:&nbsp;17 July 2025 Contract type:&nbsp;Fixed Term for 18 months
Please apply via Winchester City Council's website or send your CV and covering letter to <a href="mailto:hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk</a>.
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to lead on the delivery of Housing First in the Winchester District.&nbsp;
Housing First is an innovative approach to supporting the most excluded and hard to reach clients who have a history of rough sleeping into independent and stable accommodation and supporting them to sustain this accommodation by helping to address the issues that led to homelessness.
This is a varied and challenging role for a resilient individual working with a caseload of up to 7 clients at any one time, providing intensive support by adopting a flexible, creative and personalised approach. The role will work directly with the clients and alongside established partner agencies to provide a multi-agency approach to ensuring the individuals can rebuild their lives. &nbsp;
Experience working in homelessness, housing, or support services is highly desirable, however, full training will be provided. If you can demonstrate excellent interpersonal, decision making and organisational skills but most importantly be able to work in a person-centred, trauma informed way this might be the opportunity for you to shape the future of lives and services in the Winchester District. The successful candidate will be required to be adaptable and flexible to respond to the needs of individuals.
You will need a full driving licence and access to your own transport to cover the travel requirements of the post, which will include travelling across the District to reach those in need of support.&nbsp;
You will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) check for this role.
For further information about the role and requirements please see the Job Description.
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity then this is the role for you. In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including:
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<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes</li>
<li>26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking at any Winchester Park and Ride (during work hours)</li>
<li>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district</li>
<li>Season Ticket loans</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
<li>Support for continuous professional development</li>
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If you would like to find out more information about the post, please contact Charlotte Quinn, Strategic Housing Manager on 01962 848399 or via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cquinn@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">cquinn@winchester.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;

Winchester City Council

Housing First Worker

<ul><li>Reference: EC169 </li><li>Division: Crawley Homes </li><li>Salary: £29,283.00 - £33,759.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Permanent </li><li>Posted on: 12 June 2025 </li><li>Interview date:04 July 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Essential car user </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: E - F </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 26 June 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>Crawley is a great place to work, with a thriving business district and excellent transport connections including nearby Gatwick Airport. We are based in our modern Town Hall, which opened in 2023 and is located a short walk from the town centre and railway station.&nbsp;We are a stock retained authority with over 8,400 homes plus sheltered and hostel accommodation under our management along with over 5000 garages and 1700 leaseholders, the stock is managed by the Crawley Homes division which is part of the council.&nbsp;We are passionate about the services we deliver and our commitment to providing excellent customer service and maintaining our housing stock in good condition. Crawley Homes is one of the leading social housing providers in the region.We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Building Maintenance Surveyor to join our Crawley Homes division.&nbsp;This is an excellent opportunity for someone with either:<ul><li>Some experience in building maintenance or supervisory roles, possibly gained through a college course but lacking hands-on experience,&nbsp;or</li><li>Extensive experience in a trade-related environment and looking to transition into a surveying career.</li></ul>Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Completing building maintenance surveys</li><li>Supporting our team of surveyors and apprentice</li><li>Certifying payments, resolving contractor/customer disputes and monitoring the quality of work to ensure statutory compliance is maintained including the relevant Crawley homes policies &amp; procedures.</li><li>Supervising contracts, approving expenditure, and providing technical and housing advice</li><li>Taking responsibility where appropriate for the direction and supervision of contractors</li><li>Working within a dedicated area of Crawley supporting the Building maintenance surveyor</li><li>Supporting the Operations &amp; Maintenance Manager and Asset Manager in the running of the repair and planned contracts</li><li>Investigating and resolving customer complaints in line with Crawley Borough Council policy</li></ul>You will be:<ul><li>A collaborative team player with the ability to work across departments to ensure efficient void, planned, and repair processes</li><li>Knowledgeable when it comes to property termination, lettings, leasehold management, and technical repair standards</li></ul>We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>The role is based at Crawley Town Hall, with site travel and flexibility for remote working.Satisfactory clearance of a Basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service check (DBS) is a condition of employment.Travel between sites is required, so a full and current UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle is essential.An essential car user allowance is payable for this role.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:john.ryan@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">john.ryan@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Senior Maintenance Surveyor or call on 0772838477.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/assistant-building-maintenance-surveyor-job-description_0.pdf"> Assistant Building Maintenance Surveyor job description (PDF, 130.17 KB) </a></li></ul>





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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £97,746 - £103,605 a year plus £3990 car benefit allowance Hours per week: As and when required Contract type: PermanentAre you ready to lead a bold, values-driven housing agenda and shape the future of housing in one of the UK’s most diverse and dynamic towns? Luton Council is seeking a Director of Housing to lead and transform high-performing, customer-focused services across housing operations, needs and homelessness playing a pivotal role in delivering our ambitious Luton 2040 vision to eradicate poverty, reduce inequality, and ensure access to good quality, affordable homes in a vibrant, forward-thinking town. As Director of Housing, you will be the Council’s strategic and operational lead for all housing functions, with responsibility for a £22 million budget, 7,700 council homes, and services supporting our 225,000 residents including more than 1,100 in temporary accommodation.You will be accountable for:•Fulfilling all statutory housing duties, including homelessness prevention, HRA business planning, and compliance with key legislation and regulation.•Driving transformation across homelessness, housing management and temporary accommodation, with a strong emphasis on tenant satisfaction, service excellence and financial sustainability.•Advising and working with elected Members to shape strategy, policy and delivery aligned to Luton 2040.•Leading effective engagement with tenants, leaseholders and community panels to ensure inclusive and responsive services.•Working collaboratively with the Director of Property and Housing Delivery to ensure tenants and leaseholders receive good value and effective repairs, asset and estate management services•Act as Board Member on our wholly owned company Foxhall Homes to ensure affordable housing delivery and the effective sourcing and acquisition of temporary accommodation. Acting as Luton’s housing ambassador locally, sub-regionally and nationally.This is a role with real impact, addressing poverty, contributing to climate goals through sustainable homes, and improving wellbeing for some of the town’s most vulnerable residents.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a housing leader with:•Significant senior experience in local authority housing services, with a strong understanding of the Housing Act, HRA, and regulatory frameworks.•A track record of transformation, innovation and delivering improved outcomes in complex housing environments.•Strategic vision combined with operational grip – able to manage risk, assure compliance, and inspire large multidisciplinary teams.•Political astuteness and the ability to influence and collaborate across organisational and sector boundaries.•A strong personal commitment to inclusion, social justice and improving life chances.Join us and be part of a council that is determined to make a lasting difference.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision.<h2>Application Process</h2>For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultant at Penna:Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email: <a href="mailto:bruna.varante@penna.com" target="_blank">bruna.varante@penna.com</a> Ali Tasker on 07514 728114 or email: <a href="mailto:ali.tasker@penna.com" target="_blank">ali.tasker@penna.com</a> Amin Aziz – 07709 514141 or email <a href="mailto:amin.aziz@penna.com" target="_blank">amin.aziz@penna.com</a>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>To apply for this role, please click the link below:<a href="https://execroles.penna.com/" target="_blank">https://execroles.penna.com/</a>Closing date: 26th June 2025Longlist Interviews: 2nd July 2025 Final Interviews: 17th July 2025We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1549527&amp;ptId=11411" target="_blank">download: Cover Sheet.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1549528&amp;ptId=11411" target="_blank">download: How to Apply.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1549529&amp;ptId=11411" target="_blank">download: Welcome Letter.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1549530&amp;ptId=11411" target="_blank">download: Director of Housing JD.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Director of Housing

Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest&nbsp;Directorate: PlaceGrade: &nbsp;Scale 6 - PO1 (career graded role)Salary: £32,925 - £40,833 PA &nbsp;(depending on experience)Market Supplement / Retention Bonus: yesContract Type: Full-time/PermanentDBS: Enhanced BarredWorking hours per week: 36Application Deadline: &nbsp;24/06/2025Proposed Interview Date(s): TBCReference: 1777Previous applicants need not apply.About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. A great example of this commitment recently saw the release of a number of homes that were made available to people who live or work in the borough at discounted market rents.The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;About the role:&nbsp;4 x Posts availableThis is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to some of the most vulnerable residents in the borough. Are you pro-active, resourceful, customer-resolution focused? Then this role might be for you.&nbsp;As a Housing Options &amp; Assessment Officer, you’ll be working in a busy and often challenging environment, where you will be supporting our vulnerable residents, some of whom may have complex needs. If you join our team, you’ll be focused on preventing residents from becoming homeless, as well as providing&nbsp;tailored support and interventions when prevention is not an option.The successful candidate will have at least 2 years experience of working within a busy Prevention and Assessment Service, as well as being enthusiastic, resilient and self-motivated.The ability to provide a high standard of housing advice and guidance to residents and landlords is essential.&nbsp; Great organisational, communication and negotiating skills are a must.For more information please visit our website page - <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/explore-career-housing" target="_blank">Explore a career in Housing | London Borough of Waltham Forest</a>&gt;<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/2020_housing_options_officer_sc6-po1%20.pdf" target="_blank"> Click here to download the Role Profile</a> &lt;&lt;&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Deliver a high quality and collaborative assessment of the housing requirements and options for people in housing need.</li> <li>Understand the abilities and the complex, multiple needs of individual residents/households.</li> <li>Motivate and empower residents to find and sustain new housing through the creation of Personal Housing Plans.</li> <li>Assessing residents against the prevention, relief and main duties in the Homelessness Reduction Act.</li></ul>Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;<ul> <li>3 A levels or equivalent through experience</li> <li>Demonstrable ability in written English and basic mathematics</li></ul>Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp;</li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp;</li> <li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp;</li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp;</li> <li>Suitable driver’s license; &nbsp;is desirable not essential</li></ul>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp;How to Apply:&nbsp;REDEPLOYEES ONLYInterested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-…</a>.Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Sharron Stewart, <a href="mailto:sharron.stewart@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">sharron.stewart@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> or Gbemi Tinubu-Pratt <a href="mailto:gbemi.tinubu-pratt@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">gbemi.tinubu-pratt@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the Human Resources recruitment privacy notice.





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Housing Options and Assessment Officer (4 jobs available)

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Housing Options Team Leader1 x permanent role (P01769)1 x 12 months fixed term (P01615)37 hours per week (hybrid working)Starting salary £40,689 pa with potential progression to £43,690pa on achieving designated skills and experienceAre you passionate about helping people?Are you able to lead a team, helping them to achieve success in the field of Homelessness Prevention?Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council is investing in Homelessness Services and is looking for someone to lead the expanding team of Housing Options. You will be one of two Housing Options Team Leaders for the Housing Options team, a member of the Housing Needs management team with operational responsibility for both the day-to-day service and the out of hours homelessness service.You will be in a key role, working with the Housing Options Manager to develop the service in a way which promotes and prioritises the prevention of homelessness, whilst also ensuring that there are resources in place for the relief of homelessness when prevention is not possible.You will have line management responsibilities for up to 8 officers, to ensure consistency of decision making, whilst also providing advice and guidance to help develop and strengthen team members’ own decision-making skills.You will be responsible for maintaining and updating the key homeless prevention pathways, working with partners and colleagues to ensure the Council has the necessary housing options for successful sustainable outcomes.You will be the primary point of contact for colleagues and partners in the day-to-day operation of the service, enabling the swift resolution of cases that require a quick response and helping colleagues without specialist knowledge.You will demonstrate your ability to deal with emotionally challenging cases in difficult situations, dealing with cases that require escalation from members of the housing options team and identifying outcomes in complex cases.We are looking for someone with:<ul>
<li>An interest in providing high quality public services to the local community</li>
<li>Experience of working in Housing Options and homelessness, making detailed homelessness decisions and providing detailed housing advice</li>
<li>The ability to negotiate with others and find solutions to complicated situations</li>
<li>High levels of ability working with IT systems and confidence in using Microsoft software,</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Ability to manage the effective operation of Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council’s Housing Options service</li>
</ul>Our ValuesOur Values are important to us and we’re looking for someone who can live our values and help embed them into the services we deliver. Our values are Collaborative, Open, Responsible and Excellent.If you are passionate about helping people and assisting those in housing need, and if you also thrive under pressure and enjoy team working – we want to hear from you.Closing date for applications is 11 May 2025.Assessments will be held on 21 May 2025.Interviews will be held on 28 May 2025.

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