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<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8813/DFG_Case_Worker_-_JD_PS_July_2025.pdf" target="_blank">DFG_Case_Worker_-_JD_PS_July_2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8818/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.



We have an exciting opportunity for a Case Worker to join the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) Service at Bracknell Forest Council, on a full-time, permanent basis. This varied and rewarding role will support the delivery of both mandatory and discretionary grants, helping disabled and vulnerable residents to live safely and independently at home.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You will work closely with occupational therapists, surveyors, contractors and housing partners to coordinate housing adaptations, manage grant applications, analyse tenders and ensure works are completed to specification. Using your working knowledge of housing adaptations and relevant legislation, you will maintain accurate records, attend site visits and assist in preparing technical documentation.
The role combines technical awareness, administrative support and excellent customer service, requiring strong organisational skills and attention to detail. It is ideal for someone with experience in housing, construction and social care settings, looking to make a direct impact in the community.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Disabled Facilities Grant team is a small but busy team providing an extensive and responsive service to clients. We support each other by working closely together to achieve the right results and to deliver a holistic service to clients.&nbsp;
We have strong teams and excellent manager relationships. Expert advice is there whenever you need it. Put simply, a career with us means having everything you need to build on your skills. To build better relationships and even better communities.&nbsp;
While the main office base is Time Square, Bracknell, this is an agile working role. Home visits and on-site work will be required based on the needs of the role and service delivery.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
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<li>To undertake all required activities in support of the functions of the DFG service, these include requests from residents and referrals from occupational therapists for mandatory and discretionary grants.</li>
<li>To provide administrative assistance and support as required, including maintaining all appropriate records, preparing reports, letters, attendance at meetings, minute taking, organising meetings etc.</li>
<li>To utilise appropriate IT packages to record, update, collate, analyse and present information and data.</li>
<li>To establish, monitor and maintain accurate information and appropriate control systems.</li>
<li>To check final accounts and defects liability and advise clients on payment as appropriate.</li>
<li>To deal with correspondence and enquiries from clients, contractors, colleagues and/or their representatives.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply).</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Candidates will be shortlisted upon receipt of their application and we reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been found. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Interviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Name: Tammy Grey
Job title: Disabled Facilities Grant Team Manager
Phone number: 07877548772&nbsp;
Email: <a href="mailto:tammy.grey@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">tammy.grey@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Disabled Facilities Grant Case Worker

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8611/HR_Recruitment_Pack_2024.pdf" target="_blank">HR_Recruitment_Pack_2024</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8616/Specialist_Housing_Options_Officer_JD_Sept_25.doc" target="_blank">Specialist_Housing_Options_Officer_JD_Sept_25</a></li>
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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



An opportunity has arisen in the Housing Options Team to work as a Specialist Housing Options Officer.
The Specialist Housing Options Officers help Domestic Abuse Victims and vulnerable housing options clients to maintain their tenancies or provide the necessary support to secure safe accommodation. &nbsp;
Clients can often be in crisis following homelessness and have a wide range of support needs. The team assess the Council’s homelessness duties working closely with a range of statutory and voluntary agencies such as Social Service, the Police, Domestic Abuse Outreach, DWP, Children’s Centres, Citizens Advice Waverley, school link workers and health professionals.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with a specialist team and deliver a vital service to vulnerable homeless clients.
It also provides an opportunity to work both within and across Council teams, as well as with other statutory and voluntary agencies.
We need someone with a good understanding of the issues faced by homeless clients and the Council’s legal duties to them as well as having excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
To be eligible to apply for this opportunity you must be able to meet the Essential Job Description Criteria.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jacqui Wilkinson 01483 523175 or Sarah Stewart on &nbsp;01483 523052
Closing date for applications: 9am on the 27th October 2025
Interview date:&nbsp;3rd November 2025
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

Specialist Housing Options Officer

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8281/Behavioural_Framework_revised_Oct_2023.docx" target="_blank">Behavioural_Framework_revised_Oct_2023</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8282/Job_Application_Guide_2018.pdf" target="_blank">Job_Application_Guide_2018</a></li>
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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8286/Housing_Compliance_Officer_2025.docx" target="_blank">Housing_Compliance_Officer_2025</a></li>
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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Join Us as a Housing Compliance Officer
Are you passionate about ensuring safe, compliant homes for residents? Do you thrive in a collaborative, customer-focused environment? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Housing Compliance Officer to join our Housing Assets team and help us deliver excellence in landlord compliance across our housing stock.
What You’ll Be Doing
<ul>
<li>Champion compliance across key areas including Gas, Asbestos, Electrical Safety, Legionella, Fire Safety, Lifts, Alarms, HHSRS casework, Fall Arrest Systems, and more.</li>
<li>Work closely with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure all statutory servicing and repairs meet legal and regulatory standards.</li>
<li>Lead on the development and management of our KPI compliance dashboard, ensuring performance is tracked and reported effectively.</li>
<li>Be a key player in reviewing and updating compliance policies, managing databases, and driving data integrity.</li>
<li>Support legal processes around non-access cases, preparing documentation and evidence for court proceedings.</li>
<li>Attend contractor meetings, oversee servicing and repairs, and respond to audit actions.</li>
<li>Act as a central point of contact for compliance queries and contribute to raising awareness across the organisation.</li>
<li>A full clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for this role.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking to up to two full time Housing Compliance Officers and you’ll be someone who:
<ul>
<li>Has a strong understanding of housing compliance and safety regulations.</li>
<li>Is confident managing data, systems, and performance reporting.</li>
<li>Communicates clearly and professionally with residents, contractors, and colleagues.</li>
<li>Can work independently and collaboratively to solve problems and improve services.</li>
<li>Is committed to continuous learning and development.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>Be part of a forward-thinking team that puts residents at the heart of everything we do.</li>
<li>Help shape the future of housing safety and compliance in our community.</li>
<li>Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.</li>
</ul>
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Craig Humphrey, Head of Housing Assets on (01483) 743940.
Closing date: 31 October 2025
Interview date: TBC

Housing Compliance Officer

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8497/HR_Recruitment_Pack_2024.pdf" target="_blank">HR_Recruitment_Pack_2024</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/8498/Tenant_Involvement_Officer_JD.docx" target="_blank">Tenant_Involvement_Officer_JD</a></li>
</ul>

To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



Have you previously worked in a role where engaging directly with tenants or community members was central to your responsibilities?
Are you familiar with the regulatory and legislative requirements around tenant involvement in social housing or local government?
Do you have experience planning and delivering engagement events or campaigns aimed at improving services and communication with service users?
As someone with experience in social housing tenant participation, you have a strong understanding of housing legislation, regulatory requirements, and best practices, ideally gained within a local authority environment.
As a skilled communicator, you excel at building meaningful relationships and influencing a diverse range of stakeholders and tenants to engage effectively.
As a highly organised individual, you are capable of managing multiple priorities, planning and delivering tenant engagement events, and working both independently and collaboratively to achieve results.
Hybrid
This post is a full-time role. However, all applications will be considered.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a>
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on 27th October 2025
Interview date: w/c 3rd November 2025
About us -
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences -&nbsp;we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

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