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<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4><p>As a Voids Clearance Driver/labourer you operate a clearance vehicle and undertake a variety of tasks identified in a void property as per a specification produced by the Voids Manager and/or Supervisor, taking ownership of work, operating within Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters. </p><p>Working arrangements may be as part of a team or lone working, dependent upon the scope of the works required. Works may include but not limited to, property clearance, redecoration, cleaning and two-man assistance works.</p><h4>Salary:</h4><h4>Hours of Work:</h4><p>42.5</p><h4>Contract:</h4><p>Permanent </p><h4>Probation Period:</h4><p>6 months</p><h4>Notice Period:</h4><p>1 month</p><h4>Who are we?</h4><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><h4>Meet your Manager</h4><p>Kevin Jacobs, Voids Supervisor</p><h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><p>•Operating a clearance vehicle, loading and unloading of material<br>•Removing contents from void addresses and tipping this at the waste management site<br>•Performing cleaning duties on a void property, to assist the management team<br>•Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices<br>•Affording excellent customer service to client representatives<br>•Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner<br>•Comply with safeguarding policy and H&amp;S standards at all times<br>•Operating within the company’s occupational road risk policies and procedures</p><h4>General</h4><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><p>•Full UK driving licence </p><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><p>•Previous experience in a similar role - Essential<br>•Social Housing experience - Desirable<br>•Previous experience in Voids or Property repairs/maintenance - Desirable</p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>•You must possess a high degree of manual dexterity as there will be frequent use of hand tools<br>•You may be required to work at height or uneven ground<br>•You must also be able to work within a confined space, without restriction</p><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>We provide a company van for work and a fuel card</li><li>25 days, increasing to 28 days at 5-years 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 annual eye test voucher 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><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:</p><h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4><p>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>.</p><p>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.</p><p>Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.</p><p>If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.</p><h4>External Applications</h4><p>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.</p><p>Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.</p><h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4><p>Friday, 5 December 2025</p><h4>Interview Date:</h4><a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/Alpv6TtL" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Town and Country Housing

Voids Clearance Driver/Labourer

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4><p>Housing Support Worker </p><p>The Housing Support Worker is responsible for the delivery of the Wellbeing Service (24 hour emergency response service) during their contracted hours. The post holders principal responsibilities are as follows:<br>(i)To respond to emergency calls from tenants, responding in accordance with agreed procedures;<br>(ii)To support individual tenants and leaseholders to sustain their tenancies/leases with the Society<br>(iii)To ensure the scheme is safe and action any required emergency repairs and log any other<br>(iv)To complete administrative tasks as directed by the Housing Officer </p><p>The post holder will ensure they understand and consistently implement the Society’s Policies and Procedures making any recommendations for changes </p><p>We have extra care schemes in the following areas:</p><p>Lawson House (Larkfield)<br>Watling Court (Gravesend)<br>Meadow View Court (Wateringbury)<br>Rosewell House (Tonbridge)</p><p>If you are interested in one or more schemes, then please state this in your application. We may not be recruiting in your preferred scheme at the moment but we will be in touch to advise when something is available. </p><p>***We are holding a open recruitment morning at Rosewell House, Tudeley Lane, Tonbridge, TN11 0FT on Wednesday 26th November 10am-12pm for anyone wishing to pop along to meet with us***</p><h4>Salary:</h4><p>£12.75ph</p><h4>Hours of Work:</h4><p>Flexible</p><h4>Contract:</h4><p>Bank, fixed term contract and permanent (Depending on what is available)</p><h4>Probation Period:</h4><p>6 Months</p><h4>Notice Period:</h4><p>1 month</p><h4>Who are we?</h4><p>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have 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.</p><h4>Meet your Manager</h4><h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><p>1. 24 hour ‘emergency’ Wellbeing Service </p><p>1.1 The post holder will respond to all emergency calls made by tenants and leaseholders using the emergency call system, responding in accordance with agreed procedures.</p><p>1.2 The post holder will work sensitively with tenants to ensure the call system is used for emergency issues only and support tenants to access other services they may require to enable them to sustain their tenancies.</p><p>1.3 Priority MUST be given to emergency calls at all times and all emergency calls must recorded. </p><p>2. Tenancy Support<br>2.1 The post holder will provide Intensive Housing Management services (on request and as directed by the Housing Officer) over and above what would usually be provided by a housing association to a tenant living in general needs housing, Tenancy Sustainment Policy refers.</p><p>2.2 The post holder will ensure that appropriate records are maintained relating to services provided. </p><p>3. Scheme Safety and Repairs </p><p>3.1 The post holder will make daily ‘routine’ visual checks of all the communal areas ensuring the scheme is secure and hazard free. </p><p>3.2 The post holder will take appropriate action in the event of fire or other emergency in accordance with agreed policies and procedures </p><p>3.3 The post holder will arrange emergency repairs where appropriate to do so in accordance with current policy and procedure, logging those repairs which are not considered an emergency for future action. </p><p>4. Other Duties </p><p>4.1 The post holder will carry out other administrative tasks as directed by the Housing Officer </p><p>No job description can cover every issue that arises within the post, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as deemed necessary, commensurate with the principal function of the post and the capability of the post holder.</p><h4>General</h4><p>•To adhere to the equality, diversity and inclusion policy and actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible.<br>•Recognise, respect, and promote the different roles and diversity of individuals.<br>•To actively contribute towards the key performance indicators and professional standards.<br>•Work in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection Law and be responsible for the integrity of personal information you process. This may include identifying anomalies in data and investigating and correcting them where appropriate. Ensure you attend training on data protection regularly.<br>•To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives.<br>•To participate in training, attend other meetings, and staff events as required.<br>•Be an effective member of your team, presenting a positive impression of your section and the Group.<br>•Take responsibility for recognising and recording customer complaints, however made, and ensure that any complaints allocated to you are responded to within policy requirements.<br>•Maintain professional curiosity in all interactions with residents, be aware of and report and record any potential safeguarding issues promptly and appropriately.<br>•Maintain awareness of budget requirements and value for money while delivering your role.<br>•Consider and highlight any risk to the organisation or individuals whilst delivering your role.<br>•Consider resident feedback (the resident voice) in all service delivery, using data and insight and actively engaging with residents to understand their needs, views and priorities and tailor services accordingly.</p><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><p>•Demonstrate evidence of competence to undertake the post<br>•Housing management (or similar) experience in the voluntary, public or private sectors<br>•Willing to undertake training<br>•Efficient and effective administrative skills.<br>•To demonstrate honesty, trustworthiness, reliability and respectfulness.<br>•Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.<br>•Application of H&amp;S practices<br>•Health and Safety risk assessment</p><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><p>•Ability to manage and work within a small budget<br>•Use of IT to facilitate and support improvements to services, good communications and useful Management Information</p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>•Ability to lead and motivate<br>•Manage conflict<br>•Demonstrate awareness of different values, cultures and needs amongst tenants , staff and communities<br>•Recognise and work to meet where possible the diverse and unique needs of each tenant<br>•Strong commitment to non-discriminatory housing services<br>•Ability to have ideas accepted even in the face of initial opposition<br>•Negotiate effectively,<br>•Good communication skills - both written and verbal<br>•Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within and external of the Society using appropriate styles with different groups, e.g. staff, tenants, relatives<br>•Commitment to providing excellence in Housing Services<br>•Think ahead and plan<br>•Demonstrate a positive attitude towards change<br>•Take on further responsibilities<br>•Undertake relevant training and development<br>•Self-motivated and keen to learn. Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions<br>•Ability to prioritise<br>•Problem solving abilities<br>•Meet deadlines and advise of any problems early<br>•Ability to function effectively under pressure and in a crisis<br>•Ability to prioritise<br>•Problem solving abilities<br>•Meet deadlines and advise of any problems early<br>•Ability to function effectively under pressure and in a crisis<br>•Some flexible approach to working hours may be required<br>•Ability to represent the organisation and lead and participate in a wide range of social activities<br>•Be aware of support needed by others and identify and address any issues at an early stage where possible<br>•Consider how actions could support others<br>•Be prepared to give encouragement and offer assistance or advice when needed<br>•Strong sense of customer focus<br>•Explain things logically<br>•Keep to the point<br>•Style that is warm, caring and friendly<br>•Express ideas confidently where required<br>•Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support<br>•Tailor style and service to meeting individual’s needs<br>•Build rapport with customers, colleagues and staff<br>•Demonstrate a pleasant, professional manner<br>•Knowledge of how to recognise abuse and safeguarding and implement procedures where relevant<br>•Ask questions to gather necessary information<br>•Weigh the advantages and disadvantages of a course of action before reaching a decision<br>•In the absence of all relevant information defer making a decision until all the necessary extra data is gathered, referring to others when necessary</p><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</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 lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:</p><h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4><p>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>.</p><p>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.</p><p>Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.</p><p>If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.</p><h4>External Applications</h4><p>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.</p><p>Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.</p><h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4><p>Friday, 28 November 2025</p><h4>Interview Date:</h4><a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/W1NqIfcy" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Housing Support Worker

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4><p>The Housing Support Worker is responsible for the delivery of the Wellbeing Service (24-hour emergency response service) during their contracted hours and the evening events and activities programme. The post holders’ principal responsibilities are as follows;</p><ul><li> To respond to emergency calls from tenants and leaseholders, responding in accordance with agreed procedures. </li><li> To contribute to the delivery of a programme of appropriate activities for tenants and leaseholders during the evening as agreed by the Housing Officer. </li><li> To support individual tenants and leaseholders to sustain their tenancies/leases with TCH. </li><li> To ensure the scheme is safe. </li><li> To complete administrative tasks as directed by the Housing Officer. </li><li> The post holder will ensure they understand and consistently implement the Policies and Procedures making any recommendations for changes. </li></ul><h4>Salary:</h4><p>£12.75</p><h4>Hours of Work:</h4><p>Day, Evening and Night shifts available</p><h4>Contract:</h4><p>Bank/Casual </p><h4>Probation Period:</h4><p>NA</p><h4>Notice Period:</h4><p>ASAP</p><h4>Who are we?</h4><p>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have 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.</p><h4>Meet your Manager</h4><p>"I've been with TCH for a couple of years now, and the people here really make it a great place to work!</p><p>The Housing Support team enables people to maintain their independence in their own self-contained flats.</p><p>If you enjoy making a difference to people's lives, then this role could be ideal for you!"</p><p>Sharon Davies, Housing Officer</p><h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><ul><li> Respond to all emergency calls made by tenants and leaseholders using the emergency call system, responding in accordance with agreed procedures. </li><li> Work sensitively with tenants to ensure the call system is used for emergency issues only and support tenants to access other services they may require enabling them to sustain their tenancies. </li><li> Priority MUST be always given to emergency calls and all emergency calls must recorded. </li><li> Help publicise, facilitate, and take part in a range of social events and activities to be agreed in advance with the Housing Officer and take place each evening. </li><li> Encourage tenants, leaseholder, friends and relatives and volunteers to organise and take part in events. </li><li> Follow the Risk Assessments and Health and Safety policies and procedures when planning and running events. </li><li> Where payment is required for activities the post holder will follow the cash handling procedures. </li><li> Provide Intensive Housing Management services (on request and as directed by the Housing Officer) over and above what would usually be provided by a housing association to a tenant living in general needs housing, Tenancy Sustainment Policy refers. </li><li> Ensure that appropriate records are maintained relating to services provided. </li><li> Make daily ‘routine’ visual checks of all the communal areas ensuring the scheme is secure and hazard free. </li><li> Carry out other administrative tasks as directed by the Housing Officer. </li><li> No job description can cover every issue that arises within the post, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as deemed necessary, commensurate with the principal function of the post and the capability of the post holder. </li></ul><h4>General</h4><ul><li> To adhere to the equal opportunities policy and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible. </li><li> Recognise, respect and promote the different roles and diversity of the individuals within the business. </li><li> To actively contribute towards key performance indicators and professional standards. </li><li> Work in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection Law and be responsible for the integrity of personal information you process. This may include identifying anomalies in data and investigating and correcting them where appropriate. Ensure you attend training on data protection regularly. </li><li> To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives. </li><li> To take responsibility for your own development and professionalism, ensuring that you keep up to date with new developments and continuously expand and build on your knowledge. </li><li> Attend and participate in training and other meetings and staff events as required. </li><li> Be an effective member of your team, presenting a positive impression of your section and the business. </li><li> This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required. It is not comprehensive and it is expected that other duties will be undertaken as this role develops and as may be reasonably expected. </li><li> This role may require the individual to travel to various sites across our housing stock and it is expected that an individual in this role has a full driving licence and access to a car with relevant business insurance. </li></ul><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><ul><li> Demonstrate evidence of competence to undertake the post. </li><li> Housing management (or similar) experience in the voluntary, public or private sectors. </li><li> Willing to undertake training. </li><li> Efficient and effective administrative skills. </li><li> To demonstrate honesty, trustworthiness, reliability and respectfulness. </li><li> Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. </li><li> Ability to manage and work within a small budget. </li><li> Application of H&amp;S practices. </li><li> Health and Safety risk assessment. </li><li> Use of IT to facilitate and support improvements to services, good communications and useful Management Information. </li></ul><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><ul><li> Ability to lead and motivate. </li><li> Manage conflict. </li><li> Demonstrate awareness of different values, cultures and needs amongst tenants, staff and communities. </li><li> Recognise and work to meet where possible the diverse and unique needs of each tenant. </li><li> Strong commitment to non-discriminatory housing services. </li><li> Ability to have ideas accepted even in the face of initial opposition. </li><li> Negotiate effectively. </li><li> Good communication skills - both written and verbal. </li><li> Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within and external using appropriate styles with different groups, e.g. staff, tenants, relatives. </li><li> Commitment to providing excellence in Housing Services. </li><li> Think ahead and plan. </li><li> Demonstrate a positive attitude towards change. </li><li> Take on further responsibilities. </li><li> Undertake relevant training and development. </li><li> Self-motivated and keen to learn. Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions. </li><li> Ability to prioritise. </li><li> Problem solving abilities. </li><li> Meet deadlines and advise of any problems early. </li><li> Ability to function effectively under pressure and in a crisis. </li><li> Some flexible approach to working hours may be required. </li><li> Ability to represent the organisation and lead and participate in a wide range of social activities. </li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><ul><li> Be aware of support needed by others and identify and address any issues at an early stage where possible. </li><li> Consider how actions could support others. </li><li> Be prepared to give encouragement and offer assistance or advice when needed. </li><li> Strong sense of customer focus. </li><li> Explain things logically. </li><li> Keep to the point. </li><li> Style that is warm, caring and friendly. </li><li> Express ideas confidently where required. </li><li> Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support. </li><li> Tailor style and service to meeting individual’s needs. </li><li> Build rapport with customers, colleagues and staff. </li><li> Demonstrate a pleasant, professional manner. </li><li> Knowledge of how to recognise abuse and safeguarding and implement procedures where relevant. </li><li> Ask questions to gather necessary information. </li><li> Weigh the advantages and disadvantages of a course of action before reaching a decision. </li><li> In the absence of all relevant information defer deciding until all the necessary extra data is gathered, referring to others when necessary. </li></ul><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</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 lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:</p><h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4><p>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>.</p><p>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.</p><p>Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.</p><p>If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.</p><h4>External Applications</h4><p>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.</p><p>Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.</p><h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4><p>Tuesday, 2 December 2025</p><h4>Interview Date:</h4><a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/naPyEt0B" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Bank Housing Support Worker (Days, Evenings and Nights)

<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p> <strong>Homeownership Services Manager&nbsp;</strong> <strong>Starting Salary: £63,393 per annum</strong> <strong>Grade: H</strong> <strong>Permanent Contract</strong> <strong>37 Hours per Week&nbsp;</strong> <br>Thurrock is an exciting place to live and work. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have retail and leisure that is among the best, with the magnificent Lakeside, and breath-taking countryside all around. There is over 1,000 acres of land ready for commercial development and there are likely to be 30,000 new homes built with transport links that can get you into London and other parts of the UK quickly and easily.<p>We are an area of massive growth; £6bn has already been invested by the private sector in Thurrock. We have seen 7,000 new jobs created, with a further 30,000 anticipated in the next 20 years, and 1,170 new businesses in the borough, with leading centres in ports and logistics, retail, and creative industries.&nbsp;</p><p>Thurrock Council’s Homeownership Service has an exciting opportunity to join an established housing department as Homeownership Services Manager. This is a management position within the Place Directorate, responsible for leading a team to deliver high-quality leasehold management, service charge setting and Right to Buy administration to support Council leaseholders while ensuring compliance with relevant housing regulations and legislation.</p><p>Thurrock Council manages a diverse homeownership portfolio, consisting of leasehold, and freehold properties across the borough. This portfolio presents a unique opportunity to engage with a range of tenure types, ensuring that leaseholders and homeowners receive excellent service.</p><p>This role provides a unique challenge for an initiative-taking and strategic leader with a vision for improving homeownership services. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving service improvements, ensuring financial accuracy in service charges, and maintaining strong relationships with leaseholders and key stakeholders.</p><p>A key part of the role will be championing customer engagement, ensuring leaseholders are well-informed and that their voices are heard in decision-making processes. They will lead on ensuring transparency in billing, managing disputes effectively, and implementing best practices in leasehold services.</p><p>We are seeking an initiative-taking individual who can self-manage their time effectively while also working collaboratively with other housing teams to enhance homeownership service delivery. You must have the ability to develop policies, manage financial risks, and support members of the homeownership team to meet targets.</p><p>The successful candidate would have a strong understanding of homeownership legislation, economic management, and dispute resolution, and would be expected to hit the ground running in this role.</p><p>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check is not required for this post.&nbsp;</p> <strong>Advert Closing Date</strong> <ul>  <li><strong>Redeployment Only:</strong>&nbsp;<strong>27th November 2025</strong></li>  <li><strong>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;14th December 2025&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <strong>Interview Dates:&nbsp;To Be Confirmed</strong><p><i>We reserve the right to withdraw the role at any time - Candidates may be invited to interview upon submitting a complete application.&nbsp;</i></p><p><i>Previous applicants need not re-apply.&nbsp;</i></p> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: &nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EcX1Op-u-IlFnWiNIT32IvsBW5njKKUb-5oS3cLgy6Psew?e=s2mBrA" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> <p><i>“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”</i></p><p><strong>About us</strong></p><p><b>Why Thurrock? </b></p><p>Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.</p><p>Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;</p><p><b>Our location</b></p><p>Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. </p><p>We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. </p><p><br></p><p>Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.</p><p><b>Staff benefits</b></p><p>We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.</p><p>Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; </p><p><b>Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion</b></p><p>Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. </p><p>We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. </p><p>For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a></p>





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29 Housing Jobs in Tonbridge, UK