Recruitment Solutions (Folkestone) Ltd

Supported Housing Manager Location: Folkestone, Kent Salary: £35,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and compassionate Supported Housing Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a 16-bed emergency and supported housing service in Folkestone. This is a rewarding role for a motivated individual who is passionate about supporting vulnerable people and helping to tackle homelessness. You will be responsible for ensuring the service is safe, compliant, well-maintained, and provides a supportive environment where residents can achieve positive outcomes. Working closely with homelessness support colleagues and external partners, you will oversee housing management, property maintenance, compliance, staff supervision, and resident welfare. Key Responsibilities Manage the daily operation of a supported housing service, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and safety requirements. Coordinate repairs, maintenance programmes, and contractor relationships. Develop, implement, and maintain housing policies, procedures, and operational systems. Oversee resident admissions, departures, licence agreements, renewals, and void management. Work collaboratively with support teams to assess referrals and manage resident placements. Address breaches of occupancy agreements and manage eviction processes where necessary. Collect rent, deposits, and process housing-related financial transactions. Handle resident correspondence and postal management. Respond to complaints, enforce house rules, and maintain positive community relations. Conduct property inspections and oversee cleaning, laundry, and housekeeping standards. Manage building maintenance and capital improvement budgets. Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and ensure housing management systems are up to date. Support the recruitment, supervision, and rota management of concierge and cleaning staff. Attend meetings, training sessions, and partnership forums as required. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Essential Experience and Knowledge Previous experience in a Housing Officer, Supported Housing Manager, or similar housing management role. Knowledge of supported housing legislation, regulations, and best practice. Experience in property and facilities management. Proven project management experience, including setting targets and monitoring outcomes. Experience developing and maintaining effective administration, monitoring, and reporting systems. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and housing or CRM databases. Experience supervising or managing staff. Skills and Personal Qualities Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build positive relationships with residents, colleagues, contractors, and external agencies. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative. Flexible, proactive, and collaborative approach to work. Empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable, disadvantaged, and socially excluded individuals. Commitment to delivering high-quality housing services and positive resident outcomes. Desirable Understanding of homelessness services and the challenges associated with long-term homelessness. Basic maintenance or handyperson skills. Experience using housing management or case management systems. Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with satisfactory results. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness while helping to shape and develop a high-quality supported housing service.

Housing Accommodation Officer Contract: 3 Month contract from start date. Pay: £16.64 £18.86 per hour (DOE) equivalent to £32,103 £36,389 per annum Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday & Friday) Mileage: Paid at HMRC rate (45p per mile) Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable households and ensuring safe, well-managed accommodation? We re looking for a proactive and reliable Housing Accommodation Officer to join our team on a part-time, fixed-term basis. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will split their time between office-based work, home working, and onsite visits primarily to temporary accommodation in the Folkestone and Hythe areas. Please note: You will be required to work from the office with the team every Wednesday. Key Responsibilities Carry out spot checks on Temporary Accommodation (TA) Complete fire alarm testing in TA Conduct and maintain TA inventories Manage TA check-ins (including at short notice) Handle TA check-outs and associated inventory updates Assist with setting up new TA units within FHDC stock Support the team with any additional TA-related tasks as required Person Requirements Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle Must live locally, due to the need for occasional short-notice TA check-ins Ideally experienced in housing , homelessness services , or property management Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently A practical, hands-on approach with excellent communication skills This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact within the community while joining a supportive and dedicated team. Apply today to be considered!

Junior Lab Assistant Quality Control Team (Long-Term Temporary Post) Location: Folkestone Are you curious about science and looking to get hands-on experience in a laboratory? No degree? No problem! This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods as a Junior Lab Assistant within their friendly Quality Control Team. This is a fantastic long-term temporary role for anyone with a genuine interest in science whether you re a school leaver, returning to work, or simply keen to learn in a fast-paced environment. Full training will be provided, and you ll gain valuable experience in both Quality Control and Microbiology. What you ll be doing: Keeping laboratories clean, tidy, and safe Assisting the team with product testing (full guidance and support provided) Helping to log and organise incoming samples for analysis Restocking consumables, chemicals, and equipment (reporting shortages when needed) Monitoring equipment calibration dates and raising with the QC Manager Safely disposing of waste materials Supporting lab technicians and supervisors in their day-to-day work Who we re looking for: Someone with a keen interest in science and a methodical approach to work Great attention to detail and willingness to learn Able to work both independently and as part of a team Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Experience or qualifications in science are a bonus but not essential we also welcome applications from candidates with experience in fast-paced industries such as hospitality or catering who are looking to take their first step into a lab-based role. What you ll get: Attractive starting salary (based on experience) Hours of work - 4 on 4 off 6am to 6pm 24 days annual leave + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell up to 3 days) A long-term temporary post with a superb employer The chance to kick-start a career in a laboratory setting with plenty of development potential If you re enthusiastic about science and excited to begin your career in a lab environment, we d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV today.

Quality Assurance Technicians Location: Folkestone Contract Type: long term temporary basis, for around 6 months with the possibility of extension. Hours: 39 hours per week - Monday Thursday: 08 30 Friday: 08 30 (30-minute unpaid break) About the Roles We are seeking temporary Quality Assurance Technicians to support our clients Plant operations. These roles sit within a regulated manufacturing environment and support the release process, quality systems, and supplier quality activities. The positions are ideal for individuals with strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and experience within Quality Assurance would be an advantage. Key Responsibilities Support and act on the release process for the UK Plant, including: Inspecting incoming components and packaging against relevant specifications Supporting management of packaging component and finished goods specifications Maintaining the line complaint system and ensuring timely follow-up to close issues Providing Certificates of Analysis Manage and track component quality issues: Document and report non-conformances raised at goods-in or online via internal systems Conduct investigations and complete actions to close out non-conformances Liaise with EU Business Quality and UK Procurement teams Compliance & Culture: Ensure adherence to ISO 22716 and ISO 13485 standards Support, foster, and influence a strong Quality Culture within the UK Plant and wider business Support site teams in maintaining Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Required Skills, Education & Experience Proven experience in a Quality Assurance role within regulated industries would be an advantage Education in a science or engineering discipline Strong computer literacy, particularly Microsoft systems Excellent attention to detail Self-motivated, able to plan effectively and use initiative Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to foster strong cross-functional relationships Positive and adaptable approach to change Desirable: Working knowledge of ISO 22716 and ISO 13485 Green Belt certification If you have the skills, knowledge and experience we are seeking and potentially available to start asap, then we very much welcome your application. Recruitment Solutions (Folkestone) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Housing Accommodation Officer Contract: 3 Month contract from start date. Pay: £16.64 £18.86 per hour (DOE) equivalent to £32,103 £36,389 per annum Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday & Friday) Mileage: Paid at HMRC rate (45p per mile) Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable households and ensuring safe, well-managed accommodation? We re looking for a proactive and reliable Housing Accommodation Officer to join our team on a part-time, fixed-term basis. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will split their time between office-based work, home working, and onsite visits primarily to temporary accommodation in the Folkestone and Hythe areas. Please note: You will be required to work from the office with the team every Wednesday. Key Responsibilities Carry out spot checks on Temporary Accommodation (TA) Complete fire alarm testing in TA Conduct and maintain TA inventories Manage TA check-ins (including at short notice) Handle TA check-outs and associated inventory updates Assist with setting up new TA units within FHDC stock Support the team with any additional TA-related tasks as required Person Requirements Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle Must live locally, due to the need for occasional short-notice TA check-ins Ideally experienced in housing , homelessness services , or property management Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently A practical, hands-on approach with excellent communication skills This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact within the community while joining a supportive and dedicated team. Apply today to be considered!