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Chef de Partie Location: Wootton, Bedford Salary: £17,708.10 (Actual annual salary- based on 24 hours per week) Type: Permanent Hours: Part time 24 hours per week. 08 00 across 4 days to include Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy your passion for food with a better work-life balance, creative freedom, and real responsibility Are you a talented chef looking for a role that lets you do what you lovewithou click apply for full job details

Chef Oxslip, Bury St Edmonds £30,000 per annum Full Time - 37 hours per week Hours - 07:0014:30 Schedule - Monday to Friday (occasional weekends) Enjoy your evenings free perfect for work-life balance! Are you an experienced chef ready to take the lead in a meaningful, people-focused environment? Do you thrive on delivering high-quality meals while guiding a team and shaping a service that truly makes a click apply for full job details

Community Engagement Officer Linmere, Central Bedfordshire £27,200 (Pro Rata) Part Time (18.5 hours per week) Permanent Join Our Team as a Community Engagement Officer Are you passionate about making a real difference in communities? Do you believe in empowering residents to shape their neighbourhoods and thrive together? At bpha, we re looking for a committed Community Engagement Officer to help drive lasting, positive change. What You ll Be Doing: You'll play a leading role in delivering community-led solutions, building partnerships, and supporting both established and new neighbourhoods. From regeneration initiatives to quality-of-life projects, you'll bring people together to tackle what matters most to them creating stronger, more connected communities. Your Key Responsibilities: Identify community trends and develop targeted, impactful projects Lead on initiatives that promote regeneration, cohesion and quality of life Support and guide new resident groups and secure funding opportunities Build strong networks across stakeholders, residents and partner organisations Promote resident involvement and amplify community voices Encourage volunteering and learning opportunities that empower individuals Ensure inclusion and outreach to all, especially marginalised communities What We re Looking For: A natural communicator and problem-solver with strong project management skills Proven experience (at least 2 years experience) in community development or engagement Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with diverse groups Skilled in planning, delivering, and evaluating impactful community projects Passion for inclusion, learning, and long-term transformation IT proficiency and a good understanding of social housing challenges Please note the post holder must have a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle during working hours to be successfully carry out the duties of the role. Desirable but not essential: Knowledge of welfare reform and social housing policy Experience securing external funding Familiarity with MS PowerPoint and Visio Whether you re hands-on at community events, liaising with local partners, or helping residents find their collective voice you ll be at the heart of something meaningful. Why bpha? We re a values-led housing association on a mission to build sustainable communities. You ll join a supportive, ambitious team that values innovation, impact, and inclusivity. Ready to be a catalyst for community change? Apply now. For an informal conversation about this role contact Community Engagement Manager Rosetta Triolo. Please note, applications will be reviewed as received and bpha reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to the scheduled closing date. Apply early to avoid disappointment. Any offer of employment made will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening including references and DBS checks.

Remediation & Defects Project Manager Location: Bedford (Hybrid) £60,000 per annum plus £2k car allowance Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours/week) Are you passionate about building safety and defect resolution? We re looking for a skilled and proactive individual to lead our efforts in identifying and remediating defects across our property portfolio including fire safety, structural integrity, and latent issues. This role is central to ensuring our buildings are safe, compliant, and customer-focused. Reporting to the Building Safety Manager, you ll oversee the full lifecycle of remediation projects, ensuring work meets all relevant regulations and safety standards. You ll be a key advocate for safe working practices and high-quality outcomes. What You ll Be Doing: Proactively identify and assess risks related to building defects and safety. Develop and implement effective remediation plans that align with project goals, timelines, and budgets. Lead and manage projects from initiation to completion, coordinating resources and stakeholders. Communicate clearly and regularly with internal teams and external partners. Handle complaints professionally and within expected timeframes. Promote and uphold safe working practices, challenging poor quality or unsafe behaviours. We d Love to Hear From You If You Have: Experience in a similar role within construction, fire safety, or defect remediation. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders. A background or qualification in fire safety or fire engineering. Knowledge of fire and structural safety principles and how to apply them. A solid understanding of construction health and safety legislation, including CDM 2015 (minimum Level 3). Evidence of ongoing professional development and a commitment to learning. A degree or equivalent qualification in building, construction, or a related field. We re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you re excited about this role but your experience doesn t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for the role or for another opportunity with us.

Chef Oxslip, Bury St Edmonds £30,000 per annum Full Time - 37 hours per week Hours - 07:0014:30 Schedule - Monday to Friday (occasional weekends) Enjoy your evenings free perfect for work-life balance! Are you an experienced chef ready to take the lead in a meaningful, people-focused environment? Do you thrive on delivering high-quality meals while guiding a team and shaping a service that truly makes a click apply for full job details

Marketing Assistant Bedford (Hybrid) £25,149.95 per annum Full Time (37 hours per week) Permanent We are looking for a Marketing Assistant to work within the marketing team to assist with the delivery of the new build and asset sales marketing strategies whilst providing administrative support to the marketing and sales team. What you will be doing: Assisting the Digital and Marketing Co-ordinator with marketing campaigns, events, social media scheduling and digital campaigns, as instructed. Providing a customer focused marketing service for resale shared ownership properties and new build developments to maximise quality leads for vendors and the organisation. Delivering an exceptional customer experience for purchasers and our current shared owners. Timely and accurate delivery of administrative tasks and support to the team. We d love to meet someone with: A good level of administrative support duty experience and who can work in a busy and varied environment. Experience and understanding of Shared Ownership and the wider intermediate housing market. Experience in a marketing environment preferably within, but not limited to, new homes, estate agency or housing associations. Experience of marketing campaigns, events, social media and digital campaigns. Good organisational and written skills. Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary of £25,149.95 per annum 28 days holiday (increasing with length of service to 33 days) PLUS Bank Holidays A generous contributory pension scheme Private health care Free life assurance Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Enhanced Family leave Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 19th March 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

HR Partner Bedford (Hybrid) From £44,000 per annum Permanent Full time (37 hours per week) Join Our Team as an HR Partner and Make a Real Difference! Are you passionate about people and looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? We're searching for a talented HR Partner to join our friendly and dynamic HR team. If you're someone who loves building relationships, solving problems, and helping others succeed, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! What You'll Do: As our HR Partner, you ll be the go-to person for managers and teams when they have questions or challenges related to their people. You ll get to: Connect with People: Build strong relationships with managers, listen to their needs, and offer practical, helpful advice. You'll be someone they can trust and rely on. Help Resolve Issues: Guide managers through employee relations matters, ensuring everything is fair, consistent, and follows the rules. You'll help create a positive and supportive work environment. Support Growth: Be involved in recruitment, onboarding, and helping people develop in their roles. You ll play a part in building a strong and talented team. Be a Problem-Solver: Use your skills to analyse situations, find solutions, and make sure things run smoothly. You'll be a key player in improving our HR processes and making things better for everyone. Work Together: Collaborate with the HR team and other departments, sharing ideas and working towards common goals. We believe in teamwork and supporting each other. What You'll Bring: We re looking for someone with: HR Experience: You ve worked in HR before and have a good understanding of how things work, both strategically and day-to-day. People Skills: You re great at talking to people, listening, and building relationships. You can connect with people at all levels and make them feel heard. Problem-Solving Abilities: You re good at thinking on your feet, analysing situations, and finding solutions that work. A Positive Attitude: You re enthusiastic, helpful, and always looking for ways to improve things. You embrace change and are open to new ideas. Qualifications: You have relevant HR experience or a degree, and you're CIPD qualified (Level 5 minimum). Why Join Us? Make a Difference: Your work will directly impact people's lives and the success of our organization. Be Part of a Team: You'll be joining a supportive and friendly HR team where you can learn and grow. Develop Your Skills: You'll have opportunities to learn new things and take on challenges. Be Valued: Your contributions will be recognized and appreciated. If this sounds like you, we d love to hear from you! Apply now and become a part of our team. Closing date: 28th February 2025 Interview date: 1st interviews to be held week commencing the 10th March 2025 We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Home Ownership Coordinator Bedford (Hybrid) £31,000 per annum 12 Month FTC Full time (37 hours per week) We are currently seeking for a Homeownership Coordinator to be responsible for the day-to-day processing of all homeownership transactions. Such as, shared ownership sales, staircasing, lease extensions, remortgages, equity loan redemptions and Right to Buy / Right to Acquire. This role is a hybrid working role, you will be required to work two days at our head office in Bedford and the rest of the week working from home. You may also be required to work additional days in the office as and when your role and the business requires you to do so, living at a commutable distance to the office is essential. You will have a development plan along with training and coaching. What you will be doing: You will be responsible for coordinating shared ownership sales from marketing through to completion, ensuring buyers are eligible for shared ownership and supporting with legal enquiries. AAssessing applications from shared owners to buy additional shares (known as staircasing) and proactively progressing staircasing transactions through to completion. Managing lease extension requested end to end. Dealing with Right to Buy (RTB) / Right to Acquire (RTA) applications whilst complying with relevant legislation. Additional responsibilities include processing of leasehold and freehold sales, remortgages, transfer of equity, equity loan redemptions and deeds of variations. Adhering to set key performance indicators (KPIs). Progressing transactions proactively and efficiently, generating and maximising income. Maintaining a high customer satisfaction rate. Delivering a timely and exceptional customer experience for purchase, vendors and current homeowners. Building strong relationships with purchasers, homeowners, surveyors, solicitors, financial organisations, stakeholders and colleagues. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and the Capital Funding Guide. We d love to meet someone with: High degree of IT literacy in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook. Strong and accurate written skills. The ability to manage a high and varied workload working on various sales transactions at any one time. The ability to work co-operatively and collaboratively with colleagues and present in a professional manner always. Demonstrable can-do attitude and is committed to producing quality work. The ability to work in a busy, fast-moving sales environment with the ability to prioritise work at busy times. Knowledge and understanding or experience of residential sales would be beneficial. Proven knowledge and understanding of Shared Ownership and/or low-cost homeownership is desirable. Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays A generous contributory pension scheme Private health care Free life assurance Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 19th March 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Sales Support Assistant (Mobile) Bedford (Hybrid) £25,088 per annum including car allowance Full Time, 37 hours per week Permanent We are currently looking for a mobile Sales Support Assistant to assist the sales function, acting as the first point of contact for customers, managing enquiries and ensuring a seamless customer experience. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves that through shared ownership we can help individuals, couples and families take a first step onto the housing ladder. Our Sales team Domovo also provides a first-class, comprehensive resales service for any customers who want to sell their property. What you will be doing: Visiting new build developments and void properties to carry out essential checks Answering customer calls and emails, providing correct information or referring to colleagues as appropriate. Distributing leads throughout the sales team, ensuring the accuracy of information on the CRM database. Assisting with the administration of sales files. Accurately recording and maintaining systems. We d love to meet someone with: Strong customer service skills (Email, phone and face to face). Strong administrative skills (CRM systems, MS office and telephone systems). The ability to work in a busy, fast-moving sales environment. A self-motivated, driven, proactive approach. Some knowledge of Low-Cost Home Ownership (advantageous). Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary of £25,088 per annum including car allowance 28 days holiday (increasing with length of service to 33 days) PLUS Bank Holidays A generous contributory pension scheme Private health care Free life assurance Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Enhanced Family leave Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 19th March 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Planned Works Supervisor Bedford (Hybrid) £37,000 per annum Permanent Full time (37 hours per week) We currently have an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join bpha s In House Maintenance Service, who make a difference to our customer s lives everyday by delivering a high-quality repairs service designed around them. We operate across Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, and we utilise the latest technology to ensure that we not only deliver a great experience for our customers, but for our colleagues as well. The Planned Works Supervisor will be responsible for the day-to-day line management of our mobile operatives and the contractual management of associated sub-contractors. What you will be doing: Ensuring that your team adhere to operational controls, systems, policies and procedures Managing and developing an engaged, motivated and customer focused workforce Take responsibility for delivering a planned maintenance service Ensure that your team complete all assigned work, manage holidays, sickness and absences Essure that material, supplies and the correct tools are available for your team Take responsibility for ensuring all works delivered are within time constraints and budgets We d love to meet someone with: Good general all round trade and construction knowledge and experience Relevant supervisory experience in property maintenance or similar service Ability to inspire, lead and create teams Experience in the delivery of services using a direct workforce NVQ Level 3 or higher in a construction trade Experience of working within tight time restraints, overcoming logistical challenges, and planning Good and relevant Health & Safety knowledge and qualifications Full clean driving licence Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays (rising to 33 days plus bank holidays with length of service) A generous contributory pension scheme Enhanced family leave Private health care Free life assurance Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 13th March 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Fire Safety Project Manager Bedford (Hybrid) £53,000 including car allowance Permanent Hybrid Working Full time 37 hours per week Previous applicants for this recently advertised role should not apply We are looking for a Fire Safety Project Manager to assist bpha s competent person in relation to fire safety under the relevant legislation and lead officer on fire safety projects, responsible for ensuring we meet the statutory fire safety obligations. You will work closely with and support the Building Safety Manager and Fire Safety Officers in their roles and ensure that legal obligations are met across all buildings. You will actively engage with all internal and external stakeholders, promoting and raising fire safety awareness. What you will be doing: Ensure that Fire Safety projects and work programmes are well planned, and performance targets are known before the start of each project Ensure all Fire Safety projects are undertaken to accordance with bpha s cost, time, quality expectations and seek to ensure performance which consistently meets bpha s requirements Work with other members of the business and external supply chain partners, to ensure scopes of work and estimates are available to be submitted in support of the bpha budget approval process Ensure all works are undertaken to accord with bpha statutory obligations including, but not limited to, the CDM Regulations 2015. Carry out and audit fire risk assessments and reviews in line with bpha fire safety policy & strategy Make recommendations on the fire safety protective and preventative measures required, benchmarked against housing industry and legal standards Provide fire safety advice and guidance to managers, employees, contractors and partner agencies in accordance with current fire legislation and service policy Promote fire safety amongst residents and propose measures to minimise risks and improve fire safety within bpha stock We would love to meet someone with: Demonstrative experience in a fire safety environment Experience of managing contracts An understanding of health and safety in construction (including CDM 2015) A Fire Risk Assessment qualification Degree/diploma level education in Construction or Building Services related field or demonstrable experience within this field A comprehensive understanding of the legislation, codes of practice and guidance applicable to fire safety in housing Experience of managing contracts in relation to fire safety projects and knowledge of one or more areas of Landlord Compliance Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays (Rising with services to 33 days plus bank hols) A generous contributory pension scheme Private health care Free life assurance Enhanced family leave Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 13th March 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Communications Officer Bedford (Hybrid Working) £30,000 per annum Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week We miss you! We are missing an excellent communicator to complete our strong communications team. This exciting hybrid role is at an organisation recognised as a Great Place to Work by its employees for the past three years. You will help drive a positive colleague culture, work with customers and engage with our external partners. Your responsibilities will include being a first point of contact for our team, supporting our senior communication partners, writing content for a range of channels, helping plan fantastic events and taking care of our website. bpha is a forward-thinking organisation, committed to providing quality, affordable homes and working with customers to continually improve their experience. We own or manage over 20,000 homes and our strong, connected communications team are at the heart of the organisation, playing a part in just about everything we do. We d love to meet people who can demonstrate: Effective writing and proof-reading Using and developing engaging content for all channels Experience in website and intranet editing One year s communications or similar experience with a range of audiences and channels. Amongst what we offer you is: 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays Hybrid working A generous contributory pension scheme Private health care Free life assurance Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services Opportunities for learning and development. Successful candidates will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 19th February 2025 Interview dates: Week commencing 3rd of March 2025 We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Property Sales Advisor Cambridge, Hauxton with travel (Hybrid Working) £31,500 pro rata plus £2,000 pro rata car allowance Fixed term contract 18 months Part-Time (21 hours per week) 3 x 7-hour days per week, working pattern negotiable (days to include weekends) We have an exciting opportunity available for a Sales Advisor who is responsible for responding to all incoming enquiries and leads for proper click apply for full job details

Senior FP&A Analyst Bedford (Hybrid) £59,500 per annum 12 Months FTC (Maternity Cover) ,Full time (37 hours per week) We are currently looking for a Senior FP&A Analystto support on the delivery of the financial planning annual cycle, including the preparation of the Corporate Business Plan, Budget and ensuring that forecasts are always accurateand up to date click apply for full job details