Park Avenue are working on behalf of a Local Authority (one of our key clients) on the lookout for a Head of Housing Solutions! The Service has undergone significant change over the past 12 months, with a newly created directorate. There has been an emphasis on reporting accurate data, hiring competent service managers, and incentivising staff to buy into a shared vision. As Head of Service, your role will include: - Ensuring strategic & operational objectives are met within: Homelessness Prevention, Rough Sleeping & Reviews. Adapting the Service to national & policy changes by regularly reviewing performance measures. Representing the Council at relevant corporate, partnership and network meetings - Visibility is key! Technical skills aside, you will need to be able to motivate teams, manage upwards (to Corporate Leadership) and balance the strategic with the operational. Interviews take place this week. If you're keen to know more, then feel free to reach out for a confidential chat. (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 29, 2024
Seasonal
Park Avenue are working on behalf of a Local Authority (one of our key clients) on the lookout for a Head of Housing Solutions! The Service has undergone significant change over the past 12 months, with a newly created directorate. There has been an emphasis on reporting accurate data, hiring competent service managers, and incentivising staff to buy into a shared vision. As Head of Service, your role will include: - Ensuring strategic & operational objectives are met within: Homelessness Prevention, Rough Sleeping & Reviews. Adapting the Service to national & policy changes by regularly reviewing performance measures. Representing the Council at relevant corporate, partnership and network meetings - Visibility is key! Technical skills aside, you will need to be able to motivate teams, manage upwards (to Corporate Leadership) and balance the strategic with the operational. Interviews take place this week. If you're keen to know more, then feel free to reach out for a confidential chat. (url removed) (phone number removed)
Housing Solutions Service Manager Kensington I am recruiting for a local authority who is looking for an experienced and knowledgeable leader to address key council objectives. This includes ensuring statutory compliance across Part 6 and 7, directing 5 team managers to fulfil operational day-to-day duties and reduce a backlog of cases over the next six months. Key Responsibilities To be the strategic lead on the operational implementation for Part 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 1996 as amended. This includes overseeing a group of managers to deliver compliance and quality assurance of the Councils Housing Register, allocations policy, under occupation mobilisation and Homelessness powers and duties. To lead and create innovative services to meet Government performance indicators. To oversee the provision of advice and assistance to public and private sector landlords with tenancy support with an understanding of the impact of Welfare Reforms. To create effective senior partnership working with internal and external agencies which will lead to effective predictive. To provide a continuous learning environment for staff, partners and key stakeholders. To provide reliable and valid data to Central and Local Government on homelessness services and in particular homelessness prevention.
Apr 27, 2024
Seasonal
Housing Solutions Service Manager Kensington I am recruiting for a local authority who is looking for an experienced and knowledgeable leader to address key council objectives. This includes ensuring statutory compliance across Part 6 and 7, directing 5 team managers to fulfil operational day-to-day duties and reduce a backlog of cases over the next six months. Key Responsibilities To be the strategic lead on the operational implementation for Part 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 1996 as amended. This includes overseeing a group of managers to deliver compliance and quality assurance of the Councils Housing Register, allocations policy, under occupation mobilisation and Homelessness powers and duties. To lead and create innovative services to meet Government performance indicators. To oversee the provision of advice and assistance to public and private sector landlords with tenancy support with an understanding of the impact of Welfare Reforms. To create effective senior partnership working with internal and external agencies which will lead to effective predictive. To provide a continuous learning environment for staff, partners and key stakeholders. To provide reliable and valid data to Central and Local Government on homelessness services and in particular homelessness prevention.
If you are wanting to join a supportive team to help decrease the number of rough sleepers in the borough, then this is the role for you! My client is seeking a candidate to join the team of the Rough Sleep & Single Homeless Project. The team are looking for an experienced candidate that can add quality amongst knowledgeable peers to aid the prevention of homelessness. Duties Includes : To Lead on the advice giving service for Rough Sleepers within the borough. Oversee the multi agency approach to ending rough sleeping under the Housing Act 1996. Analysing service data, performance, risk information, customer experience and outcomes to drive strategic change using organisational intelligence If you have previous experience in these areas and keen to develop your knowledge further this is a perfect team for you. Ackerman Pierce can guarantee a weekly payment service and a 1-2-1 account manager during your time with the agency. We will also pay for your DBS if we place you and keep it up to date during your time with us. Including an Ackerman Pierce welcome pack to If you are interested in the role or have any further questions, please contact the housing department at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed)
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
If you are wanting to join a supportive team to help decrease the number of rough sleepers in the borough, then this is the role for you! My client is seeking a candidate to join the team of the Rough Sleep & Single Homeless Project. The team are looking for an experienced candidate that can add quality amongst knowledgeable peers to aid the prevention of homelessness. Duties Includes : To Lead on the advice giving service for Rough Sleepers within the borough. Oversee the multi agency approach to ending rough sleeping under the Housing Act 1996. Analysing service data, performance, risk information, customer experience and outcomes to drive strategic change using organisational intelligence If you have previous experience in these areas and keen to develop your knowledge further this is a perfect team for you. Ackerman Pierce can guarantee a weekly payment service and a 1-2-1 account manager during your time with the agency. We will also pay for your DBS if we place you and keep it up to date during your time with us. Including an Ackerman Pierce welcome pack to If you are interested in the role or have any further questions, please contact the housing department at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed)
Manages: Chief Operating Officer, Chief Development Officer, Pastor Broad Street Ministry (BSM) was established in 2005 when a team of visionaries, led by Convening Minister and Founder, Rev. Bill Golderer, opened Broad Street Ministry in the historic Chambers-Wylie Presbyterian Church in order to create a space that would inspire, nourish, and welcome people from all walks of life. With seed funding from several local churches, Broad Street Ministry was created as a broad-minded faith community with a mission to foster creativity, extend inclusive hospitality, and work for a more just world through civic engagement. Over time the mission evolved to include serving Philadelphians living in deep poverty who are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. To that end, BSM began serving a Thursday meal in 2008. POSITION OVERVIEW: The CEO is responsible for developing, implementing, and executing BSM's overall strategy. In addition to being the architect of the strategic plan, the position will focus on philanthropic fundraising, determine best practices for all programs and activities at BSM and the long-term financial success of the organization. Additional critical issues include external relations, building partnerships with city agencies, related non-profits, and networking with critical constituencies. This is not a faith-based position, nor does it require membership in any religious institution. Broad Street Ministry is seeking an innovative and entrepreneurial leader, who can meet unexpected challenges and pivot to meet strategic needs. The CEO will be responsible for positioning BSM for success in the future and determining a clear path forward. The CEO is entrusted with building a culture of caring that honors BSM's mission and values, while executing on the strategic priorities of the organization. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: a.Organization Management - 10% Acts as the chief executive officer/chief administrator of the organization Staff management - hires, supervises, trains, and motivates senior staff Ensures Senior Leaders are managing their staff and developing their leadership skills Works with the staff to develop programs and implement policies/procedures to fulfill the organization's goals Identifies gaps in staffing, establishes individual goals for senior leadership based on organization's financials Works with finance to manage organizational spending, monitor budget compliance, and mitigates financial risks b.Interaction with Board - 10% Supports the Board in fulfilling its governance function Partner with the Board in helping them govern the strategy, direction, and policy Assists the Board in helping them monitor the strategic plan, assist them with their fundraising goals, and annual budgeting oversight Anticipates the needs of the Board and the community with respect to the mission, and communicate those needs and corresponding changes to the Board Reports regularly to the Board on the activities of the organization Facilitates Board and Committee discussions and functions Participates actively in all Board meetings as a non-director Manages the organizational fundraising in partnership with the Board and CDO Drives key results in fundraising identifies, cultivates and solicits donors and key leaders of prospective new corporate and foundation contacts Promotes a culture of fundraising in the organization both at the staff and board level Cultivates and stewards major gift prospects Works with the Chief Development Officer to develop a comprehensive annual fundraising plan Serves as the spokesperson of the organization at events, in the media, and other key presentations. Responsible for creating and implementing BSM's strategic goals and objectives, identifying new opportunities, and leading BSM to accomplish these goals Executes the vision, strategic direction, operations, fiscal and development objectives necessary The CEO will be the steward of BSM's five-year strategic plan and actively monitors its growth. She/he consistently has the strategic plan top of mind and strives to meet major milestones He/she understands the BSM brand and his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation Ensures goals of inclusiveness and diversity among staff and volunteers are achieved KEY COMPENTENCIES: Mission focused. Leadership: Team Builder. Ensures the right people are in the right roles. Experience managing a staff of a minimum of 20 employees. Collaborator - Understands the diverse roles and contributions of all stakeholders. Experience in social services/social work including service delivery to vulnerable populations preferred. Strategic thinker - knows how to develop and work within a strategic plan. Consistently monitors and evaluates the organization's performance in relation to the plan. Experience with a Capital Campaign preferred. Organizational development - teach, mentor, and develop talent. Ensures goals of inclusiveness and diversity among staff and volunteers are achieved. Results Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals. Strong communication skills - written and oral; a persuasive communicator with excellent presentation skills. Interpersonal and influencing skills. Business acumen: Possesses a high level of broad business and management skills and is effective at garnering financial support for the organization. 10 years of experience in non-profit leadership. Bachelor's degree in related field. OTHER: The mission of Broad Street Ministry is to transform our city, our institutions, and ourselves by embracing the individual needs of our most vulnerable sisters and brothers, and by embracing radical hospitality. We believe that the only way to achieve that mission is to have a diverse staff that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. Broad Street Ministry does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, criminal record, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Broad Street Ministry believes that diversity and inclusion among our staff is critical to our success as a community services organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation package that includes: medical, dental, and vision, 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays and PTO.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Manages: Chief Operating Officer, Chief Development Officer, Pastor Broad Street Ministry (BSM) was established in 2005 when a team of visionaries, led by Convening Minister and Founder, Rev. Bill Golderer, opened Broad Street Ministry in the historic Chambers-Wylie Presbyterian Church in order to create a space that would inspire, nourish, and welcome people from all walks of life. With seed funding from several local churches, Broad Street Ministry was created as a broad-minded faith community with a mission to foster creativity, extend inclusive hospitality, and work for a more just world through civic engagement. Over time the mission evolved to include serving Philadelphians living in deep poverty who are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. To that end, BSM began serving a Thursday meal in 2008. POSITION OVERVIEW: The CEO is responsible for developing, implementing, and executing BSM's overall strategy. In addition to being the architect of the strategic plan, the position will focus on philanthropic fundraising, determine best practices for all programs and activities at BSM and the long-term financial success of the organization. Additional critical issues include external relations, building partnerships with city agencies, related non-profits, and networking with critical constituencies. This is not a faith-based position, nor does it require membership in any religious institution. Broad Street Ministry is seeking an innovative and entrepreneurial leader, who can meet unexpected challenges and pivot to meet strategic needs. The CEO will be responsible for positioning BSM for success in the future and determining a clear path forward. The CEO is entrusted with building a culture of caring that honors BSM's mission and values, while executing on the strategic priorities of the organization. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: a.Organization Management - 10% Acts as the chief executive officer/chief administrator of the organization Staff management - hires, supervises, trains, and motivates senior staff Ensures Senior Leaders are managing their staff and developing their leadership skills Works with the staff to develop programs and implement policies/procedures to fulfill the organization's goals Identifies gaps in staffing, establishes individual goals for senior leadership based on organization's financials Works with finance to manage organizational spending, monitor budget compliance, and mitigates financial risks b.Interaction with Board - 10% Supports the Board in fulfilling its governance function Partner with the Board in helping them govern the strategy, direction, and policy Assists the Board in helping them monitor the strategic plan, assist them with their fundraising goals, and annual budgeting oversight Anticipates the needs of the Board and the community with respect to the mission, and communicate those needs and corresponding changes to the Board Reports regularly to the Board on the activities of the organization Facilitates Board and Committee discussions and functions Participates actively in all Board meetings as a non-director Manages the organizational fundraising in partnership with the Board and CDO Drives key results in fundraising identifies, cultivates and solicits donors and key leaders of prospective new corporate and foundation contacts Promotes a culture of fundraising in the organization both at the staff and board level Cultivates and stewards major gift prospects Works with the Chief Development Officer to develop a comprehensive annual fundraising plan Serves as the spokesperson of the organization at events, in the media, and other key presentations. Responsible for creating and implementing BSM's strategic goals and objectives, identifying new opportunities, and leading BSM to accomplish these goals Executes the vision, strategic direction, operations, fiscal and development objectives necessary The CEO will be the steward of BSM's five-year strategic plan and actively monitors its growth. She/he consistently has the strategic plan top of mind and strives to meet major milestones He/she understands the BSM brand and his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation Ensures goals of inclusiveness and diversity among staff and volunteers are achieved KEY COMPENTENCIES: Mission focused. Leadership: Team Builder. Ensures the right people are in the right roles. Experience managing a staff of a minimum of 20 employees. Collaborator - Understands the diverse roles and contributions of all stakeholders. Experience in social services/social work including service delivery to vulnerable populations preferred. Strategic thinker - knows how to develop and work within a strategic plan. Consistently monitors and evaluates the organization's performance in relation to the plan. Experience with a Capital Campaign preferred. Organizational development - teach, mentor, and develop talent. Ensures goals of inclusiveness and diversity among staff and volunteers are achieved. Results Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals. Strong communication skills - written and oral; a persuasive communicator with excellent presentation skills. Interpersonal and influencing skills. Business acumen: Possesses a high level of broad business and management skills and is effective at garnering financial support for the organization. 10 years of experience in non-profit leadership. Bachelor's degree in related field. OTHER: The mission of Broad Street Ministry is to transform our city, our institutions, and ourselves by embracing the individual needs of our most vulnerable sisters and brothers, and by embracing radical hospitality. We believe that the only way to achieve that mission is to have a diverse staff that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. Broad Street Ministry does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, criminal record, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Broad Street Ministry believes that diversity and inclusion among our staff is critical to our success as a community services organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation package that includes: medical, dental, and vision, 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays and PTO.
Salary: £31,133.37 plus £5023.71 London Weighting if applicable Location: Old Street, London with some flexibility to work from home Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 37.5 hours Closing date: Thursday 9th May 2024 at 11:30pm. Are you results driven, with a commercially aware approach, a 'can-do' attitude, lots of creativity and innovation and experience of working in business development or retail merchandising - or a genuine interest in working within this field? Then join Shelter as a New Corporate Partnerships Executive and you could soon be playing a vital role at the heart of our fundraising directorate. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Shelter's mature fundraising team has seen continuous year on year growth. The directorate generates over £65m gross income, of which a high percentage is unrestricted, giving us an exceptional level of investment flexibility. This particular role sits within our High Value Partnerships division, which includes Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations, Legacies, and Corporate Partnerships fundraising specialists. It will also see you work closely with colleagues in a Retail team that's responsible for a network of 80 charity shops and boutique stores that are the face of Shelter on the high street. About the role An ideal opportunity for someone who is interested in a career in corporate fundraising or charity retail, you'll play a key role in developing Shelter's retail presence and raising vital funds. You'll be responsible for enabling stock donations from major retailers, and helping research and develop new relationships with businesses to generate stock and secure their expertise on a pro-bono basis. Thinking strategically, identifying new opportunities, and bringing ideas and concepts to life through written proposals and pitches to businesses in order to generate support for Shelter - all are aspects of a role that will also see you ensure the smooth running of our Stock Generation administration processes and help the Senior New Corporate Partnerships Manager - Retail, with day-to-day activities. About you As well as being keen to develop a career in business development and fundraising, you also feel passionately about working with companies to help tackle homelessness. What's more, you believe you have what it takes to plan and source new stock generation opportunities and develop new acquisition tactics and campaign ideas that will engage retailers. You will have the ability to generate creative and imaginative proposals and take the initiative to develop new relationships with brands and retailers. An understanding of the sustainability agenda for businesses and ability to apply commercial and financial principles to improve business performance would be a definite advantage. We're also looking for someone friendly and personable, with strong relationship building skills who can manage a busy workload, work well as part of a team and is proficient using Microsoft Office applications and databases. How to Apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses: We are open to risk and learning from our experiences We work together to achieve our shared purpose We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset For all of your answers, please give real examples where you have personally been involved and note there is a character limit of 950 characters for each question. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Salary: £31,133.37 plus £5023.71 London Weighting if applicable Location: Old Street, London with some flexibility to work from home Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 37.5 hours Closing date: Thursday 9th May 2024 at 11:30pm. Are you results driven, with a commercially aware approach, a 'can-do' attitude, lots of creativity and innovation and experience of working in business development or retail merchandising - or a genuine interest in working within this field? Then join Shelter as a New Corporate Partnerships Executive and you could soon be playing a vital role at the heart of our fundraising directorate. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Shelter's mature fundraising team has seen continuous year on year growth. The directorate generates over £65m gross income, of which a high percentage is unrestricted, giving us an exceptional level of investment flexibility. This particular role sits within our High Value Partnerships division, which includes Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations, Legacies, and Corporate Partnerships fundraising specialists. It will also see you work closely with colleagues in a Retail team that's responsible for a network of 80 charity shops and boutique stores that are the face of Shelter on the high street. About the role An ideal opportunity for someone who is interested in a career in corporate fundraising or charity retail, you'll play a key role in developing Shelter's retail presence and raising vital funds. You'll be responsible for enabling stock donations from major retailers, and helping research and develop new relationships with businesses to generate stock and secure their expertise on a pro-bono basis. Thinking strategically, identifying new opportunities, and bringing ideas and concepts to life through written proposals and pitches to businesses in order to generate support for Shelter - all are aspects of a role that will also see you ensure the smooth running of our Stock Generation administration processes and help the Senior New Corporate Partnerships Manager - Retail, with day-to-day activities. About you As well as being keen to develop a career in business development and fundraising, you also feel passionately about working with companies to help tackle homelessness. What's more, you believe you have what it takes to plan and source new stock generation opportunities and develop new acquisition tactics and campaign ideas that will engage retailers. You will have the ability to generate creative and imaginative proposals and take the initiative to develop new relationships with brands and retailers. An understanding of the sustainability agenda for businesses and ability to apply commercial and financial principles to improve business performance would be a definite advantage. We're also looking for someone friendly and personable, with strong relationship building skills who can manage a busy workload, work well as part of a team and is proficient using Microsoft Office applications and databases. How to Apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses: We are open to risk and learning from our experiences We work together to achieve our shared purpose We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset For all of your answers, please give real examples where you have personally been involved and note there is a character limit of 950 characters for each question. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Head of Housing Solutions Independence and Rough Sleeping Salary: £68,439 - £81,815 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 36 hours per week. Job Reference: R About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health, and social care agendas. With new dynamic leadership at its helm, the Housing Directorate is pursuing a mandate to be the best local housing authority that delivers for its residents. If you want to be a part of our new progressive leadership team, this is a unique opportunity for you as well as us, because we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services for our customers. You will need to be energetic, enthusiastic and ready for a new and exciting challenge where every day is different. You will have relevant work-based experience, have a track record of putting service users at the heart of service delivery and want to continue to learn and develop your knowledge and skills. About the Team You'll Be Working In This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes. You directly line manage Service Managers and through them a range of Assistant Service Managers and Advisers covering statutory and non-statutory homelessness and prevention services. This is a key Head of Service position within the Housing Directorate, leading our Housing Solutions, Independence, and Rough Sleeping Services. You will be responsible for a service that makes a real difference to the lives of people who are homeless or at risk of losing their homes. You will work alongside other Heads of Services, reporting to the Assistant Director for Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services (HIPS) to support and lead aspects of our huge improvement programme. About You You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working with vulnerable people, and experience of leading multi-disciplinary housing teams and work involving complex needs and diverse client groups and an expert knowledge of homelessness and associated legislation. You are a dynamic leader driving continuous improvement to a first class, modern and flexible prevention focussed service to a wide range of residents. You have extensive experience and consistent achievement at a senior management level in an organisation of comparable scope and complexity, working to continuously improve services for vulnerable people. You are experienced in leading, motivating and managing services with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve consistently high standards and deliver strategic objectives, policies and value for money services through effective service planning. Your excellent interpersonal skills will mean that you are able to be supportive and motivating as you lead and inspire, empowering your teams and colleagues whilst being clear and firm about performance and service delivery. You are an expert communicator who has extensive experience of developing excellent relationships with key partners. You take personal responsibility to obtain and maintain trust of a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, internal departments, external agencies, government departments. You are a critical thinker with innovative and creative problem solving skills that achieve the strategic objectives of the council, while managing and minimising risk across the service and effectively implement a preventative ethos in the areas of housing, health and social care. You have high personal integrity with a respect for the dignity and confidentiality of others. You will be committed to equal opportunities and understanding how the service needs to adapt to improve accessibility. You are self-motivated, highly organised and analytical with an attention to detail, able to review budgets, data and identify trends and make appropriate decisions. It is desirable that you have a degree or equivalent qualifications. You have demonstrable work experience and can evidence continual professional development. You can travel independently around the Borough to meet other professionals in community settings. Are you passionate about customer services? Are you an experienced homelessness professional with an excellent grasp of housing legislation? Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department? Are you a visible leader adept at managing high volumes of work involving vulnerable residents. If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you. Read more about the work you'll be doing in the Role Profile on our website. Essential: Basic DBS is required for the role. When Interviews Will Be Held and Who to Contact: The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Interviews for this job will be held during May/June 2024. Closing Date: 22 nd May 2024
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Head of Housing Solutions Independence and Rough Sleeping Salary: £68,439 - £81,815 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 36 hours per week. Job Reference: R About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health, and social care agendas. With new dynamic leadership at its helm, the Housing Directorate is pursuing a mandate to be the best local housing authority that delivers for its residents. If you want to be a part of our new progressive leadership team, this is a unique opportunity for you as well as us, because we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services for our customers. You will need to be energetic, enthusiastic and ready for a new and exciting challenge where every day is different. You will have relevant work-based experience, have a track record of putting service users at the heart of service delivery and want to continue to learn and develop your knowledge and skills. About the Team You'll Be Working In This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes. You directly line manage Service Managers and through them a range of Assistant Service Managers and Advisers covering statutory and non-statutory homelessness and prevention services. This is a key Head of Service position within the Housing Directorate, leading our Housing Solutions, Independence, and Rough Sleeping Services. You will be responsible for a service that makes a real difference to the lives of people who are homeless or at risk of losing their homes. You will work alongside other Heads of Services, reporting to the Assistant Director for Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services (HIPS) to support and lead aspects of our huge improvement programme. About You You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working with vulnerable people, and experience of leading multi-disciplinary housing teams and work involving complex needs and diverse client groups and an expert knowledge of homelessness and associated legislation. You are a dynamic leader driving continuous improvement to a first class, modern and flexible prevention focussed service to a wide range of residents. You have extensive experience and consistent achievement at a senior management level in an organisation of comparable scope and complexity, working to continuously improve services for vulnerable people. You are experienced in leading, motivating and managing services with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve consistently high standards and deliver strategic objectives, policies and value for money services through effective service planning. Your excellent interpersonal skills will mean that you are able to be supportive and motivating as you lead and inspire, empowering your teams and colleagues whilst being clear and firm about performance and service delivery. You are an expert communicator who has extensive experience of developing excellent relationships with key partners. You take personal responsibility to obtain and maintain trust of a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, internal departments, external agencies, government departments. You are a critical thinker with innovative and creative problem solving skills that achieve the strategic objectives of the council, while managing and minimising risk across the service and effectively implement a preventative ethos in the areas of housing, health and social care. You have high personal integrity with a respect for the dignity and confidentiality of others. You will be committed to equal opportunities and understanding how the service needs to adapt to improve accessibility. You are self-motivated, highly organised and analytical with an attention to detail, able to review budgets, data and identify trends and make appropriate decisions. It is desirable that you have a degree or equivalent qualifications. You have demonstrable work experience and can evidence continual professional development. You can travel independently around the Borough to meet other professionals in community settings. Are you passionate about customer services? Are you an experienced homelessness professional with an excellent grasp of housing legislation? Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department? Are you a visible leader adept at managing high volumes of work involving vulnerable residents. If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you. Read more about the work you'll be doing in the Role Profile on our website. Essential: Basic DBS is required for the role. When Interviews Will Be Held and Who to Contact: The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Interviews for this job will be held during May/June 2024. Closing Date: 22 nd May 2024
Are you passionate about ending homelessness? We are looking to recruit a trustee to join our Board and help us to develop our next 3- year strategic plan. We are actively encouraging applications from people who are black or a minoritised ethnicity, disabled, LGBTQ+ and/or have varying levels of educational attainment. We particularly welcome applications from younger people aged 18 to 30 We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who are legally qualified and with expertise on commercial property. What you will be doing Objective: Trustees are responsible for giving direction to The Passage and ensuring it meets its objectives effectively. They are concerned with the policy, strategy and monitoring of the organisation; day-to-day management is delegated to paid professional staff who report to the Board of Trustees. The Trustee Board normally comprises between 9 and 12 Trustees, who are appointed initially for a period of 3 years and can be re-appointed for 2 further periods of 3 years up to a maximum of 9 years. Principle responsibilities The formal duties of the Board of Trustees collectively are to: Ensure that The Passage complies with its Memorandum and Articles of Association, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations. Ensure that The Passage pursues its charitable objects as defined in its memorandum of association. Ensure The Passage applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects. Give clear strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets. Safeguard the good name and the values of The Passage. Ensure the effective and efficient administration of The Passage. Ensure the financial stability of The Passage. Protect and manage the property of The Passage and to ensure the proper investment of its funds. Appoint the Chief Executive, monitor their performance and determine their remuneration. Act at all times in the best interests of The Passage, and declare any conflicts of interest. Expectations In order to fulfil the role of Trustees effectively, all Trustees are expected to: Attend Board meetings, currently held quarterly. Attend and participate in the Board's annual strategic planning day held on a weekday (usually off-site). Visit The Passage from time to time to build an awareness of the work and develop an understanding of the needs of the different teams. Occasionally attend functions on behalf of The Passage, liaise with other Trustees and the Senior Executive Team in between Board meetings. Read Board papers in advance of meetings and come prepared to discuss key points arising from those papers. Complete the trustee induction process. As part of the Board's ongoing Development Process participate in a one-to-one annual review with the chairman. Essential An understanding of and commitment to The Passage's vision, mission and values, including stakeholder engagement and diversity. Empathy with the essential principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. The ability to think strategically and creatively, with an ability to anticipate issues and risks, and to identify opportunities. Legal expertise, especially in the areas of commercial property transactions, particularly in the social housing sector. The ability to use good independent judgement and to challenge appropriately as a "critical friend". The ability to work effectively as a member of a team in order to reach timely decisions. This includes being able to speak openly in discussion, whilst listening and respecting the views of others. Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship. Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the role. The ability to act as an ambassador for the Passage, to champion its mission and promote its reputation and image, and to establish useful contacts. Excellent networking with other members of relevant sectors, and influencing and communicating skills. Demonstrable success in a private, charitable or public sector organisation. Desired Good understanding of charity and/or social housing sector. A good knowledge of relevant general legislation and statutory requirements, including charity law, employment law and/or health and safety law. Experience of successfully dealing with strategic issues and involvement in longer term planning. Above all we are looking for inspiring and committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people, and to help them to rebuild their lives.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Are you passionate about ending homelessness? We are looking to recruit a trustee to join our Board and help us to develop our next 3- year strategic plan. We are actively encouraging applications from people who are black or a minoritised ethnicity, disabled, LGBTQ+ and/or have varying levels of educational attainment. We particularly welcome applications from younger people aged 18 to 30 We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who are legally qualified and with expertise on commercial property. What you will be doing Objective: Trustees are responsible for giving direction to The Passage and ensuring it meets its objectives effectively. They are concerned with the policy, strategy and monitoring of the organisation; day-to-day management is delegated to paid professional staff who report to the Board of Trustees. The Trustee Board normally comprises between 9 and 12 Trustees, who are appointed initially for a period of 3 years and can be re-appointed for 2 further periods of 3 years up to a maximum of 9 years. Principle responsibilities The formal duties of the Board of Trustees collectively are to: Ensure that The Passage complies with its Memorandum and Articles of Association, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations. Ensure that The Passage pursues its charitable objects as defined in its memorandum of association. Ensure The Passage applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects. Give clear strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets. Safeguard the good name and the values of The Passage. Ensure the effective and efficient administration of The Passage. Ensure the financial stability of The Passage. Protect and manage the property of The Passage and to ensure the proper investment of its funds. Appoint the Chief Executive, monitor their performance and determine their remuneration. Act at all times in the best interests of The Passage, and declare any conflicts of interest. Expectations In order to fulfil the role of Trustees effectively, all Trustees are expected to: Attend Board meetings, currently held quarterly. Attend and participate in the Board's annual strategic planning day held on a weekday (usually off-site). Visit The Passage from time to time to build an awareness of the work and develop an understanding of the needs of the different teams. Occasionally attend functions on behalf of The Passage, liaise with other Trustees and the Senior Executive Team in between Board meetings. Read Board papers in advance of meetings and come prepared to discuss key points arising from those papers. Complete the trustee induction process. As part of the Board's ongoing Development Process participate in a one-to-one annual review with the chairman. Essential An understanding of and commitment to The Passage's vision, mission and values, including stakeholder engagement and diversity. Empathy with the essential principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. The ability to think strategically and creatively, with an ability to anticipate issues and risks, and to identify opportunities. Legal expertise, especially in the areas of commercial property transactions, particularly in the social housing sector. The ability to use good independent judgement and to challenge appropriately as a "critical friend". The ability to work effectively as a member of a team in order to reach timely decisions. This includes being able to speak openly in discussion, whilst listening and respecting the views of others. Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship. Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the role. The ability to act as an ambassador for the Passage, to champion its mission and promote its reputation and image, and to establish useful contacts. Excellent networking with other members of relevant sectors, and influencing and communicating skills. Demonstrable success in a private, charitable or public sector organisation. Desired Good understanding of charity and/or social housing sector. A good knowledge of relevant general legislation and statutory requirements, including charity law, employment law and/or health and safety law. Experience of successfully dealing with strategic issues and involvement in longer term planning. Above all we are looking for inspiring and committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people, and to help them to rebuild their lives.
We are currently looking for an Operations Manager to work within the homeless prevention and housing allocations team at a Local Authority. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Leading teams within the housing departments - Managing the housing allocations and homeless preventions services - Implementing strategic improvements across the councils housing services Candidate requirements: - Qualification in a relevant area and experience of managing team - Previous experience of managing homelessness prevention and housing allocations For more information about this role, please get in contact with Emily at Critical Project Resourcing url removed
Apr 23, 2024
Contractor
We are currently looking for an Operations Manager to work within the homeless prevention and housing allocations team at a Local Authority. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Leading teams within the housing departments - Managing the housing allocations and homeless preventions services - Implementing strategic improvements across the councils housing services Candidate requirements: - Qualification in a relevant area and experience of managing team - Previous experience of managing homelessness prevention and housing allocations For more information about this role, please get in contact with Emily at Critical Project Resourcing url removed
Monday - Friday Ongoing Temp position 9am - 5:30pm Office based 17-17.50p/h PAYE Must have previous Compliance experience within Social Housing About Private Housing Solutions. The provision of good quality, secure, private housing solutions for Enfield residents is a key priority in the Council's Good Growth Housing Strategy. The Private Housing Team's role is to be the strategic lead in this area; understanding the market, pressures for residents and creating solutions that contribute to a balanced housing market. Additionally, delivering cost savings to the Council, reducing homelessness. The Private Housing Solutions Team lead the Council's independent housing company, Housing Gateway Ltd, growing an asset base of owned and leased stock. Recently the team have launched an ethical lettings agency, ensuring residents are not discriminated against because of their financial status. About Us We are a small, dynamic team with a commercial focus, working alongside the Council to deliver innovative housing solutions. We work in collaboration with the Council, to research, develop and deliver bespoke projects, in a past faced environment. We are a friendly team, who support hybrid, flexible working, focused on positive outcomes. About You We are looking for a proactive person who will be responsible for ensuring all properties within the Housing Gateway Ltd. (HGL) and Enfield Let (EL) portfolios (the portfolios) have all statutory certificates and licences. The Compliance & Monitoring Officer (CMO) will be expected to liaise with contractors, tenants and freeholders to arrange the testing and inspections required to ensure properties within the portfolios meet all statutory obligations and local property licencing conditions. The CMO's principal areas of responsibility are initially anticipated to be as follows but additional areas may be added/replaced over time and the list should not be considered exhaustive: - Electrical Safety Testing - Gas Safety Testing - PAT Testing - Fire Safety Testing - Property Inspections - Renewing landlord heating maintenance contracts - Renewal of EPCs - Water safety testing - Asbestos surveys - Obtaining and renewing landlord licence
Apr 23, 2024
Seasonal
Monday - Friday Ongoing Temp position 9am - 5:30pm Office based 17-17.50p/h PAYE Must have previous Compliance experience within Social Housing About Private Housing Solutions. The provision of good quality, secure, private housing solutions for Enfield residents is a key priority in the Council's Good Growth Housing Strategy. The Private Housing Team's role is to be the strategic lead in this area; understanding the market, pressures for residents and creating solutions that contribute to a balanced housing market. Additionally, delivering cost savings to the Council, reducing homelessness. The Private Housing Solutions Team lead the Council's independent housing company, Housing Gateway Ltd, growing an asset base of owned and leased stock. Recently the team have launched an ethical lettings agency, ensuring residents are not discriminated against because of their financial status. About Us We are a small, dynamic team with a commercial focus, working alongside the Council to deliver innovative housing solutions. We work in collaboration with the Council, to research, develop and deliver bespoke projects, in a past faced environment. We are a friendly team, who support hybrid, flexible working, focused on positive outcomes. About You We are looking for a proactive person who will be responsible for ensuring all properties within the Housing Gateway Ltd. (HGL) and Enfield Let (EL) portfolios (the portfolios) have all statutory certificates and licences. The Compliance & Monitoring Officer (CMO) will be expected to liaise with contractors, tenants and freeholders to arrange the testing and inspections required to ensure properties within the portfolios meet all statutory obligations and local property licencing conditions. The CMO's principal areas of responsibility are initially anticipated to be as follows but additional areas may be added/replaced over time and the list should not be considered exhaustive: - Electrical Safety Testing - Gas Safety Testing - PAT Testing - Fire Safety Testing - Property Inspections - Renewing landlord heating maintenance contracts - Renewal of EPCs - Water safety testing - Asbestos surveys - Obtaining and renewing landlord licence
Can you lead the management of our property portfolio, the delivery of cyclical and reinvestment works and our responsive repairs and voids service? Our ambition as a homelessness charity and housing association is to end homelessness for good. We believe that a key step of reaching this aim is in providing quality housing. Our Housing Services teams work hard to ensure we can provide safe, comfortable, and sustainable homes which give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Assets who will help us achieve that ambition. In this role, you will support the Director of Assets & Compliance to deliver our strategic objectives, including our statutory and regulatory obligations focusing on the safety of our clients, quality, and value for money. You will oversee Asset, Responsive Repairs and Portfolio teams, providing motivational line management to Managers of these teams; supporting them to ensure the organisation makes sound investment and divestment decisions, implementing the asset management strategy and developing and implementing quality repairs, maintenance and voids standards. In this role, you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Tower Hill, London. This allows for in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo's London or regional locations. About you We are looking for a dynamic, customer centred and systematic Head of Service with experience of successfully delivering strategic asset management and responsive repairs and voids services. You will have extensive experience of working at a Head of Service/senior management level ideally gained in the housing sector and will have the ability to work with a range of customers, colleagues and external key stakeholders. You will have experience of leading a large functional diverse team, have a solution focused approach and an interest in collaborative team working. Above all else you'll be strong leader with a track record of delivering and a talent for driving innovation, quality and customer satisfaction. What we offer Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Great Pay and Other Benefits How to apply To view the full job description and to apply please click the apply button. Closing date: 10 am on 20 May 2024. We will review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early. St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Can you lead the management of our property portfolio, the delivery of cyclical and reinvestment works and our responsive repairs and voids service? Our ambition as a homelessness charity and housing association is to end homelessness for good. We believe that a key step of reaching this aim is in providing quality housing. Our Housing Services teams work hard to ensure we can provide safe, comfortable, and sustainable homes which give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Assets who will help us achieve that ambition. In this role, you will support the Director of Assets & Compliance to deliver our strategic objectives, including our statutory and regulatory obligations focusing on the safety of our clients, quality, and value for money. You will oversee Asset, Responsive Repairs and Portfolio teams, providing motivational line management to Managers of these teams; supporting them to ensure the organisation makes sound investment and divestment decisions, implementing the asset management strategy and developing and implementing quality repairs, maintenance and voids standards. In this role, you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Tower Hill, London. This allows for in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo's London or regional locations. About you We are looking for a dynamic, customer centred and systematic Head of Service with experience of successfully delivering strategic asset management and responsive repairs and voids services. You will have extensive experience of working at a Head of Service/senior management level ideally gained in the housing sector and will have the ability to work with a range of customers, colleagues and external key stakeholders. You will have experience of leading a large functional diverse team, have a solution focused approach and an interest in collaborative team working. Above all else you'll be strong leader with a track record of delivering and a talent for driving innovation, quality and customer satisfaction. What we offer Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Great Pay and Other Benefits How to apply To view the full job description and to apply please click the apply button. Closing date: 10 am on 20 May 2024. We will review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early. St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
Job Title: Assistant Director - Communications and Content Location: Flexible - Home-based, Shelter Office-based, or combination with regular travel to London and other locations Contract Type : Interim, 12 months Fixed Term Contract Accountable to: Director of Communications, Policy, and Campaigns Salary: £78,441per annum Hours: 37.5 per week (pro-rata if part-time) Leave: 30 days holiday per annum + Exceptional Benefits Closing date: Sunday 5th May at 11:30pm About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination, and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the Team This interim role reports to the Director of Communications, Policy and Campaigns (CPC), alongside other Assistant Directors. The CPC team drives Shelter's campaigns for social housing and renters' rights, supporting our services and income generation efforts. You'll manage heads of important content and engagement teams, driving strategic direction and collaboration across functions. About the Role As Assistant Director Communications and Content, you'll lead Shelter's communication efforts, ensuring impact, reach and a coherent organisational voice. You'll oversee media teams, drive cross-channel campaigns, and develop ambitious communication strategies. With your experience in matrix management and project/change management, you'll guide teams to achieve our strategic goals amidst organisational change. About You We're seeking candidates with extensive experience leading and managing media and communications teams, along with a track record of developing impactful cross-channel campaigns. Your ability to navigate complexity, build collaborative relationships, and drive strategic change will be crucial in this role. How to Apply Please reserve the following dates in your diary when you apply: An introduction Interview will take place Friday 10th of May virtually for approximately 30 minutes. Panel Interviews will take place virtually on Monday 13th of May. Please ensure you have read the full Recruitment Pack before applying. Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should address and cover the following 3 questions. Answers should not be more than 250 words in length. Can you elaborate on your experience leading and managing high-performing communication team/s? Please provide an example of a successful initiative or project you led, highlighting how you achieved strategic objectives. Can you provide an example of a time when you led a high-performing team/s through a period of significant change or transition? How did you approach managing both the strategic objectives and the team dynamics during this process? Please elaborate on your experience of leading external communications that deliver on values of anti-racism and inclusion - highlighting how you navigated challenges and supported team members to feel empowered to contribute. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension, and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support, and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. Safeguarding Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing, and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Director - Communications and Content Location: Flexible - Home-based, Shelter Office-based, or combination with regular travel to London and other locations Contract Type : Interim, 12 months Fixed Term Contract Accountable to: Director of Communications, Policy, and Campaigns Salary: £78,441per annum Hours: 37.5 per week (pro-rata if part-time) Leave: 30 days holiday per annum + Exceptional Benefits Closing date: Sunday 5th May at 11:30pm About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination, and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the Team This interim role reports to the Director of Communications, Policy and Campaigns (CPC), alongside other Assistant Directors. The CPC team drives Shelter's campaigns for social housing and renters' rights, supporting our services and income generation efforts. You'll manage heads of important content and engagement teams, driving strategic direction and collaboration across functions. About the Role As Assistant Director Communications and Content, you'll lead Shelter's communication efforts, ensuring impact, reach and a coherent organisational voice. You'll oversee media teams, drive cross-channel campaigns, and develop ambitious communication strategies. With your experience in matrix management and project/change management, you'll guide teams to achieve our strategic goals amidst organisational change. About You We're seeking candidates with extensive experience leading and managing media and communications teams, along with a track record of developing impactful cross-channel campaigns. Your ability to navigate complexity, build collaborative relationships, and drive strategic change will be crucial in this role. How to Apply Please reserve the following dates in your diary when you apply: An introduction Interview will take place Friday 10th of May virtually for approximately 30 minutes. Panel Interviews will take place virtually on Monday 13th of May. Please ensure you have read the full Recruitment Pack before applying. Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should address and cover the following 3 questions. Answers should not be more than 250 words in length. Can you elaborate on your experience leading and managing high-performing communication team/s? Please provide an example of a successful initiative or project you led, highlighting how you achieved strategic objectives. Can you provide an example of a time when you led a high-performing team/s through a period of significant change or transition? How did you approach managing both the strategic objectives and the team dynamics during this process? Please elaborate on your experience of leading external communications that deliver on values of anti-racism and inclusion - highlighting how you navigated challenges and supported team members to feel empowered to contribute. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension, and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support, and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. Safeguarding Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing, and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Salary: £50,935.07 per annum Location: Homeworking with expectation to travel to our London Office as required Contract: Permanent Hours : 37.5 per week Closing date: Thursday 2nd May at 11:30pm Are you a qualified CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent, or in the final stages of qualification? Do you have proven experience of assessing financial risk and producing insightful financial analysis, plus a real desire to further develop? Then join Shelter as a Finance Business Partner and you could soon be playing a key role within our Financial Planning and Analysis team. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Our Finance Department works as a team of experts to safeguard resources and support decision making across Shelter. We strive to ensure Shelter is financially sustainable in order to achieve our vision of a home for everyone. This particular role sits within the Financial Planning and Analysis team. We support the charity through financial reporting, analysis, and expert advice, and enable collaboration to support managers in making effective business decisions. About the role Joining a finance team that collaborates and communicates effectively to help us deliver our mission and vision, making vital business decisions that are driven by expert knowledge and financial acumen will be key to your success here. As part of the role, you'll engage regularly with our Assistant Directors and their leadership teams to ensure that financial results and key messages are shared and you'll support stakeholders in engaging with fully available financial insight and reporting. When it comes to our stakeholders, you'll support and lead finance education and training to equip them with the skills required to execute their own financial responsibilities. Among your many challenges will be the need to align financial plans to operational and strategic plans and make sure they're clearly understood by Business Units. Seeing that each Unit is provided with a channel of effective, two-way communication with Finance will be important too. You'll also work with colleagues in Project Governance and HR Business Partnering to support Directorate planning and business cases, as well as supporting and leading on the delivery of cross-team projects. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About you As well as being suitably qualified (or in the final stages of qualification), you'll need to be used to working effectively with non-finance stakeholders and varying your communication style to suit the audience you're addressing. You'll be experienced in assessing financial risk, and able to produce insightful financial analysis. You'll also need excellent organisational and time management skills, including the ability to work to deadlines and reprioritise tasks when necessary. Excellent analytical skills, impeccable attention to detail, a high level of numeracy and intermediate Excel skills are all 'must haves' too, as is proficiency in the main Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Word. Additionally, it would be an advantage if you have experience working in a Charity and have associated experience of managing restricted funds and fundraising. How to apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should address and cover the 'About You' points in the job description. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses. We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset We work together to achieve our shared purpose Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Apr 05, 2024
Full time
Salary: £50,935.07 per annum Location: Homeworking with expectation to travel to our London Office as required Contract: Permanent Hours : 37.5 per week Closing date: Thursday 2nd May at 11:30pm Are you a qualified CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent, or in the final stages of qualification? Do you have proven experience of assessing financial risk and producing insightful financial analysis, plus a real desire to further develop? Then join Shelter as a Finance Business Partner and you could soon be playing a key role within our Financial Planning and Analysis team. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Our Finance Department works as a team of experts to safeguard resources and support decision making across Shelter. We strive to ensure Shelter is financially sustainable in order to achieve our vision of a home for everyone. This particular role sits within the Financial Planning and Analysis team. We support the charity through financial reporting, analysis, and expert advice, and enable collaboration to support managers in making effective business decisions. About the role Joining a finance team that collaborates and communicates effectively to help us deliver our mission and vision, making vital business decisions that are driven by expert knowledge and financial acumen will be key to your success here. As part of the role, you'll engage regularly with our Assistant Directors and their leadership teams to ensure that financial results and key messages are shared and you'll support stakeholders in engaging with fully available financial insight and reporting. When it comes to our stakeholders, you'll support and lead finance education and training to equip them with the skills required to execute their own financial responsibilities. Among your many challenges will be the need to align financial plans to operational and strategic plans and make sure they're clearly understood by Business Units. Seeing that each Unit is provided with a channel of effective, two-way communication with Finance will be important too. You'll also work with colleagues in Project Governance and HR Business Partnering to support Directorate planning and business cases, as well as supporting and leading on the delivery of cross-team projects. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About you As well as being suitably qualified (or in the final stages of qualification), you'll need to be used to working effectively with non-finance stakeholders and varying your communication style to suit the audience you're addressing. You'll be experienced in assessing financial risk, and able to produce insightful financial analysis. You'll also need excellent organisational and time management skills, including the ability to work to deadlines and reprioritise tasks when necessary. Excellent analytical skills, impeccable attention to detail, a high level of numeracy and intermediate Excel skills are all 'must haves' too, as is proficiency in the main Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Word. Additionally, it would be an advantage if you have experience working in a Charity and have associated experience of managing restricted funds and fundraising. How to apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should address and cover the 'About You' points in the job description. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses. We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset We work together to achieve our shared purpose Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Salary: £42,066 per annum plus an additional £5,023 London Weighting per annum (if applicable). An out of hours and mobile phone allowance will also be added. Hours: 37.5 hours per week Leave: 30 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays Location: Shelter provides flexibility to allow home based, office based, or a combination of the two. Please note however semi-regular travel to Shelter's London office (EC1) is expected. Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 1st February 2024. Do you have razor sharp news sense, a flair for storytelling, experience of working in PR or as a journalist and a real desire to play your part in bringing positive change to one of the country's biggest social issues? Then join Shelter as Media Manager and you could soon be playing a linchpin role in our fight to end the housing emergency. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination, and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, our media team responds to emerging news stories in a politically charged environment. Sometimes that means pulling a group of key stakeholders together and getting our message out the door within the hour. But the team also generates their own engaging and attention-grabbing headlines through our proactive campaigns and big brand moments. Our work needs to be top-notch because Shelter's reputation is at stake. But despite the profile and speed of our work, we're a really friendly, open team where your input, ideas and questions will always be welcomed. A place where you needn't be afraid to put your point across or challenge the status quo. We've achieved some great results too, with our most recent campaign successes including the Social Housing Regulation Act becoming law, persuading the government to unfreeze Housing from April 2024, meaning more families can afford their rent, and last but not least pushing forward the Renters (Reform) Bill, ensuring it is as strong as possible to protect renters as it passes through Parliament. In short, no matter what we're faced with, we get things done. About the role This is your opportunity to play a big part in the day-to-day running of our busy press office, and a central role in developing both proactive and reactive media strands. As well as engaging with senior management and journalists on a daily basis, we'll rely on you to deputise for the Head of Media when needed, and to provide invaluable support on reputational and crisis communications. Planning strategically vital campaigns, acting as reputational gatekeeper, and contributing to the management and ongoing development of the media team - are just some aspects of this challenging, high reward role that will see you thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About you Creative, results driven, and politically savvy, you are comfortable with leading change and initiating action even under difficult circumstances. You are an excellent writer and totally at home with translating complex research and policy into pithy soundbites and key messages - a skill you'll be eager to share with your colleagues who want to learn from a pro. You don't just sit back and contemplate. You spot risks and opportunities, and challenge when you need to. Crucially, you already have senior level experience of public relations/press management, ideally gained at a charity/think tank/political party/PR agency or working as a journalist. As a result, you understand the inner workings of the media, what makes a story and how to influence the ever-changing news agenda. You have extensive knowledge of different media channels and tactics, and your communication and relationship building skills are second to none. You're confident influencing and negotiating at all levels, including handling crisis communications with diligence and sensitivity. When it comes to empowering your line recruits and colleagues to deliver to the highest standard, your approachability and expertise all come to the fore. Finally, while prior knowledge of housing and homelessness isn't a must have, you'll need a passion for social justice. After all, there's a huge amount we need to achieve together, and you'll be playing a big part. How to Apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should address how you meet the below points of no more than 350 words per point. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format (Situation, Task, Action and Result): Point 1: You will have demonstrable senior level experience of public relations / press management working in a fast paced and high-profile environment. As such you will understand the inner workings of the media and what makes a news story. Your outstanding communication skills, and extensive knowledge of media tactics, mean you know what it takes to influence and engage journalists from across the media mix, be it a features writer or a political editor. Point 2: Strong organisational, people management and relationship building skills are essential as you will line manage at least two members of staff and have oversight of numerous complex projects and work streams . Your openness, approachability and expertise will empower colleagues in your team and across the organisation to deliver to the highest standard. Point 3: This point is based on our Shelter behaviour outlined in the Job Description: 'We create change and align behind our strategy'. Creative, innovative and results driven, you will be comfortable leading change, and great at initiating action even when that involves making tough strategic choices. Point 4: This point is based on our Shelter behaviours outlined in the Job Description: 'We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset. As a supportive line manager and colleague, you will help to create spaces where different people can safely challenge each other and learn, and where wellbeing is a priority. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing and homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs of external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Jan 19, 2024
Full time
Salary: £42,066 per annum plus an additional £5,023 London Weighting per annum (if applicable). An out of hours and mobile phone allowance will also be added. Hours: 37.5 hours per week Leave: 30 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays Location: Shelter provides flexibility to allow home based, office based, or a combination of the two. Please note however semi-regular travel to Shelter's London office (EC1) is expected. Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 1st February 2024. Do you have razor sharp news sense, a flair for storytelling, experience of working in PR or as a journalist and a real desire to play your part in bringing positive change to one of the country's biggest social issues? Then join Shelter as Media Manager and you could soon be playing a linchpin role in our fight to end the housing emergency. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination, and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, our media team responds to emerging news stories in a politically charged environment. Sometimes that means pulling a group of key stakeholders together and getting our message out the door within the hour. But the team also generates their own engaging and attention-grabbing headlines through our proactive campaigns and big brand moments. Our work needs to be top-notch because Shelter's reputation is at stake. But despite the profile and speed of our work, we're a really friendly, open team where your input, ideas and questions will always be welcomed. A place where you needn't be afraid to put your point across or challenge the status quo. We've achieved some great results too, with our most recent campaign successes including the Social Housing Regulation Act becoming law, persuading the government to unfreeze Housing from April 2024, meaning more families can afford their rent, and last but not least pushing forward the Renters (Reform) Bill, ensuring it is as strong as possible to protect renters as it passes through Parliament. In short, no matter what we're faced with, we get things done. About the role This is your opportunity to play a big part in the day-to-day running of our busy press office, and a central role in developing both proactive and reactive media strands. As well as engaging with senior management and journalists on a daily basis, we'll rely on you to deputise for the Head of Media when needed, and to provide invaluable support on reputational and crisis communications. Planning strategically vital campaigns, acting as reputational gatekeeper, and contributing to the management and ongoing development of the media team - are just some aspects of this challenging, high reward role that will see you thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About you Creative, results driven, and politically savvy, you are comfortable with leading change and initiating action even under difficult circumstances. You are an excellent writer and totally at home with translating complex research and policy into pithy soundbites and key messages - a skill you'll be eager to share with your colleagues who want to learn from a pro. You don't just sit back and contemplate. You spot risks and opportunities, and challenge when you need to. Crucially, you already have senior level experience of public relations/press management, ideally gained at a charity/think tank/political party/PR agency or working as a journalist. As a result, you understand the inner workings of the media, what makes a story and how to influence the ever-changing news agenda. You have extensive knowledge of different media channels and tactics, and your communication and relationship building skills are second to none. You're confident influencing and negotiating at all levels, including handling crisis communications with diligence and sensitivity. When it comes to empowering your line recruits and colleagues to deliver to the highest standard, your approachability and expertise all come to the fore. Finally, while prior knowledge of housing and homelessness isn't a must have, you'll need a passion for social justice. After all, there's a huge amount we need to achieve together, and you'll be playing a big part. How to Apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should address how you meet the below points of no more than 350 words per point. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format (Situation, Task, Action and Result): Point 1: You will have demonstrable senior level experience of public relations / press management working in a fast paced and high-profile environment. As such you will understand the inner workings of the media and what makes a news story. Your outstanding communication skills, and extensive knowledge of media tactics, mean you know what it takes to influence and engage journalists from across the media mix, be it a features writer or a political editor. Point 2: Strong organisational, people management and relationship building skills are essential as you will line manage at least two members of staff and have oversight of numerous complex projects and work streams . Your openness, approachability and expertise will empower colleagues in your team and across the organisation to deliver to the highest standard. Point 3: This point is based on our Shelter behaviour outlined in the Job Description: 'We create change and align behind our strategy'. Creative, innovative and results driven, you will be comfortable leading change, and great at initiating action even when that involves making tough strategic choices. Point 4: This point is based on our Shelter behaviours outlined in the Job Description: 'We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset. As a supportive line manager and colleague, you will help to create spaces where different people can safely challenge each other and learn, and where wellbeing is a priority. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing and homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs of external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Starting salary: £72,636- £88,257 Job level: Level 6, Zone 2 Hours per week: 36 Contract type: Permanent Closing date: Monday 2nd January 2023 midnight Interviews to be held : Week commencing 16th January 2023. Alternative flexible working options available/open to discussion Adecco Public Sector is proud to be working with the London Borough of Camden, as they seek to recruit several critical Head of Service roles to work within their Housing Services Team. As part of this recruitment drive, a fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the London Borough of Camden as their Head of Housing Solutions. This is a defining moment to be joining Camden, during a time when they are seeking to change the culture of Housing services and bring to life the ambition set out in, We Make Camden which is where everyone in Camden should have a place they call home, with no one sleeping on the streets. The role: We are working to find a Head of Housing Solutions who will report into the Director of Housing. You will provide strategic leadership for a solutions-based service that is critical to the delivery of the Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy set out by the council. You will be responsible for the housing register, commissioning, and provision of hostels, supported housing and other services for single homeless people and rough sleepers, and temporary accommodation. The postholder is also the strategic lead for managing and maintaining the relationships between the Council and registered providers that operate locally. The role involves developing strategic highly effective inter-agency working. The role holder leads managers that build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders to deliver improved housing advice, homelessness, temporary accommodation, move on, services resulting in improved outcomes for residents, and significantly reducing the impact of street activity on Camden communities. This role also has responsibility for contributing to the increase of available homes for occupation in the borough by using the Council's Temporary Accommodation Property Purchase (TAPP) scheme to buy back ex council homes sold under the Right to Buy. As a key member of the leadership team, the Head of Housing Solutions will keep abreast of legislative, regulatory and sector changes; drive cultural and organisation change embedding a strong distinctive performance culture that includes engagement of user groups; and empower and develop people to ensure Camden remains at the forefront of innovative and empathetic service delivery. About you: This role requires you to be an exceptional Housing leader within the Homelessness sector with enthusiasm about the council's ambition to deliver We Make Camden and wider corporate agendas. You will be passionate about ensuring that services are delivered with the best outcomes for residents at its heart. You will have: Senior Management experience within Homelessness and/or Housing Advice, partnerships and the provision of supported housing. Extensive Homelessness legislative knowledge. Experience in working with partners to reduce rough sleeping. Possess exemplary budget management experience. Have managed relationships with members and be able to respond to complex professional or politically sensitive issues. Work Environment: The post holder will work from Council buildings or from home in line with Council policies in an 'agile' way in a flexible and paperless work environment, prioritising their own work within the empowered and enabled team culture recognising and utilising the expertise of others where appropriate. Sounds like the role for you? We would love to hear from you and have the opportunity to talk to you at greater length about the role. Please apply online today.
Dec 16, 2022
Full time
Starting salary: £72,636- £88,257 Job level: Level 6, Zone 2 Hours per week: 36 Contract type: Permanent Closing date: Monday 2nd January 2023 midnight Interviews to be held : Week commencing 16th January 2023. Alternative flexible working options available/open to discussion Adecco Public Sector is proud to be working with the London Borough of Camden, as they seek to recruit several critical Head of Service roles to work within their Housing Services Team. As part of this recruitment drive, a fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the London Borough of Camden as their Head of Housing Solutions. This is a defining moment to be joining Camden, during a time when they are seeking to change the culture of Housing services and bring to life the ambition set out in, We Make Camden which is where everyone in Camden should have a place they call home, with no one sleeping on the streets. The role: We are working to find a Head of Housing Solutions who will report into the Director of Housing. You will provide strategic leadership for a solutions-based service that is critical to the delivery of the Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy set out by the council. You will be responsible for the housing register, commissioning, and provision of hostels, supported housing and other services for single homeless people and rough sleepers, and temporary accommodation. The postholder is also the strategic lead for managing and maintaining the relationships between the Council and registered providers that operate locally. The role involves developing strategic highly effective inter-agency working. The role holder leads managers that build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders to deliver improved housing advice, homelessness, temporary accommodation, move on, services resulting in improved outcomes for residents, and significantly reducing the impact of street activity on Camden communities. This role also has responsibility for contributing to the increase of available homes for occupation in the borough by using the Council's Temporary Accommodation Property Purchase (TAPP) scheme to buy back ex council homes sold under the Right to Buy. As a key member of the leadership team, the Head of Housing Solutions will keep abreast of legislative, regulatory and sector changes; drive cultural and organisation change embedding a strong distinctive performance culture that includes engagement of user groups; and empower and develop people to ensure Camden remains at the forefront of innovative and empathetic service delivery. About you: This role requires you to be an exceptional Housing leader within the Homelessness sector with enthusiasm about the council's ambition to deliver We Make Camden and wider corporate agendas. You will be passionate about ensuring that services are delivered with the best outcomes for residents at its heart. You will have: Senior Management experience within Homelessness and/or Housing Advice, partnerships and the provision of supported housing. Extensive Homelessness legislative knowledge. Experience in working with partners to reduce rough sleeping. Possess exemplary budget management experience. Have managed relationships with members and be able to respond to complex professional or politically sensitive issues. Work Environment: The post holder will work from Council buildings or from home in line with Council policies in an 'agile' way in a flexible and paperless work environment, prioritising their own work within the empowered and enabled team culture recognising and utilising the expertise of others where appropriate. Sounds like the role for you? We would love to hear from you and have the opportunity to talk to you at greater length about the role. Please apply online today.
Director of Housing We're looking for an experienced Director of Housing to contribute to an exciting charity's commitment to providing high quality management and support of their Housing Services across the organisation. Position: Director of Housing Salary: £44,672 - £47,684 per annum (depending on experience) Location: Leicester Closing date: 6th January 2023 Interviews will take place for this role as suitable applications are received and the role may close before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. Benefits include: A generous 38 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, Pension and Health Cash Plan, Company Sick Pay Scheme, Blue Light Discount Card, Eden Red Discount Scheme About the role: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive or delegated deputy, the Director of Housing will be part of the executive management team and as such, the post holder will be expected to play a major role in organisational management and strategy as well as lead on the strategic development of housing, and homelessness advice services both internally and externally. You will have budgetary responsibilities within agreed limits and will be expected to make effective and ethical decisions and operate within the financial and governance requirements of the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: To provide strategic management and leadership of all the organisation's supported housing / homeless advice and residential care services. To lead on all operational issues in relation to Supported Housing funding and the achievement of housing standards To provide direct line management, guidance, and support to all Service Managers within the Housing division To ensure that the organisation complies with Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government regulations, Tenants Services Authority, local and central government departments and commissioners, operational and reporting requirements, and regulations. (This will entail close working with relevant nominated officers) To act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding lead About you As Director of Housing, you will be flexible and adaptable, with a positive, committed, thorough, and confident approach. You will have a strong ability to work to deadlines and motivate others to work effectively and demonstrate a duty of care. To succeed in the role of Director of Housing, your key skills will include: To provide strategic management and leadership of all the organisation's supported housing / homeless advice and residential care services. To lead on all operational issues in relation to Supported Housing funding and the achievement of housing standards To provide direct line management, guidance, and support to all Service Managers within the Housing division To ensure that the organisation complies with Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government regulations, Tenants Services Authority, local and central government departments and commissioners, operational and reporting requirements, and regulations. (This will entail close working with relevant nominated officers) To act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding lead Recognised formal qualification in Social Work, Youth & Community Development, Housing, Criminology, or relevant Social Science to degree level or equivalent. Supervisory/Management qualification to a minimum of Level 3 ILM or equivalent or proven experience at a comparable senior level. Proven experience working across sectors with multi-disciplinary teams. Proven experience in crisis management. About the organisation The charity is a multi-faceted organisation that has been providing community services within the City and County for over 139 years. It is one of 83 sites within England and Wales and is part of a federated model. As a charity, registered social landlord, housing association and limited company, they have continuously striven to meet the needs of the community of Leicestershire. Their community services consist of supported accommodation for young adults within the city (104 beds over six sites), a registered children's home for 3 young people aged 7-17, a homeless day centre, and a 320-seat professional theatre (the oldest in Leicester); providing a varied programme of music, dance, comedy, drama and spoken word The organisation believes in fairness and opportunity. There are essential building blocks for a full and rewarding life: a safe home; acceptance; guidance; friendship; physical and mental health; academic support; employment skills; and access to real opportunities. Many young people have never known these things; other people have lost one or more as they grew up, but we all need them. All of us. They provide these critical foundations for a fresh, strong start for young people and a better quality of life in the community. Their vision is for every young person to have a safe place to call home and the support they need to create lasting change in their lives. Their mission is to create supportive and inspiring places where young people and communities can belong, contribute and thrive. They do this through accommodation, care, support, advice, skills for life, theatre and cultural activities. They believe that: Everyone should have a fair chance to discover who they are and what they can become. The charity is committed to reflecting the multi-cultural/religious nature of their City and County and providing services. As such, they welcome applications from all communities regardless of belief, gender, ability, sexuality, race, or economic circumstances. Other roles you may have experience with could include: Director of Housing, Housing Director, Housing Manager, Social Housing Manager, Social Welfare Manager, Housing and Social Welfare Manager, Social Welfare Director, Social Housing Director PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
Director of Housing We're looking for an experienced Director of Housing to contribute to an exciting charity's commitment to providing high quality management and support of their Housing Services across the organisation. Position: Director of Housing Salary: £44,672 - £47,684 per annum (depending on experience) Location: Leicester Closing date: 6th January 2023 Interviews will take place for this role as suitable applications are received and the role may close before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. Benefits include: A generous 38 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, Pension and Health Cash Plan, Company Sick Pay Scheme, Blue Light Discount Card, Eden Red Discount Scheme About the role: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive or delegated deputy, the Director of Housing will be part of the executive management team and as such, the post holder will be expected to play a major role in organisational management and strategy as well as lead on the strategic development of housing, and homelessness advice services both internally and externally. You will have budgetary responsibilities within agreed limits and will be expected to make effective and ethical decisions and operate within the financial and governance requirements of the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: To provide strategic management and leadership of all the organisation's supported housing / homeless advice and residential care services. To lead on all operational issues in relation to Supported Housing funding and the achievement of housing standards To provide direct line management, guidance, and support to all Service Managers within the Housing division To ensure that the organisation complies with Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government regulations, Tenants Services Authority, local and central government departments and commissioners, operational and reporting requirements, and regulations. (This will entail close working with relevant nominated officers) To act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding lead About you As Director of Housing, you will be flexible and adaptable, with a positive, committed, thorough, and confident approach. You will have a strong ability to work to deadlines and motivate others to work effectively and demonstrate a duty of care. To succeed in the role of Director of Housing, your key skills will include: To provide strategic management and leadership of all the organisation's supported housing / homeless advice and residential care services. To lead on all operational issues in relation to Supported Housing funding and the achievement of housing standards To provide direct line management, guidance, and support to all Service Managers within the Housing division To ensure that the organisation complies with Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government regulations, Tenants Services Authority, local and central government departments and commissioners, operational and reporting requirements, and regulations. (This will entail close working with relevant nominated officers) To act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding lead Recognised formal qualification in Social Work, Youth & Community Development, Housing, Criminology, or relevant Social Science to degree level or equivalent. Supervisory/Management qualification to a minimum of Level 3 ILM or equivalent or proven experience at a comparable senior level. Proven experience working across sectors with multi-disciplinary teams. Proven experience in crisis management. About the organisation The charity is a multi-faceted organisation that has been providing community services within the City and County for over 139 years. It is one of 83 sites within England and Wales and is part of a federated model. As a charity, registered social landlord, housing association and limited company, they have continuously striven to meet the needs of the community of Leicestershire. Their community services consist of supported accommodation for young adults within the city (104 beds over six sites), a registered children's home for 3 young people aged 7-17, a homeless day centre, and a 320-seat professional theatre (the oldest in Leicester); providing a varied programme of music, dance, comedy, drama and spoken word The organisation believes in fairness and opportunity. There are essential building blocks for a full and rewarding life: a safe home; acceptance; guidance; friendship; physical and mental health; academic support; employment skills; and access to real opportunities. Many young people have never known these things; other people have lost one or more as they grew up, but we all need them. All of us. They provide these critical foundations for a fresh, strong start for young people and a better quality of life in the community. Their vision is for every young person to have a safe place to call home and the support they need to create lasting change in their lives. Their mission is to create supportive and inspiring places where young people and communities can belong, contribute and thrive. They do this through accommodation, care, support, advice, skills for life, theatre and cultural activities. They believe that: Everyone should have a fair chance to discover who they are and what they can become. The charity is committed to reflecting the multi-cultural/religious nature of their City and County and providing services. As such, they welcome applications from all communities regardless of belief, gender, ability, sexuality, race, or economic circumstances. Other roles you may have experience with could include: Director of Housing, Housing Director, Housing Manager, Social Housing Manager, Social Welfare Manager, Housing and Social Welfare Manager, Social Welfare Director, Social Housing Director PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
12 months fixed term contract Full time - part time considered, 3 days a week minimum Closing date: 20th December 2022 at 11.30pm Come and join us We're looking for passionate individuals with personal experience of homelessness, bad housing and/or any other disadvantage such as substance misuse to come and join us and make a difference to the way we do things. If you believe that people should have a say in their own support and that they should be at the front of making meaningful change then this could be the traineeship for you. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the role This is a great opportunity to work with a lead provider of homelessness and housing advice and support and gain invaluable experience while being part of an exciting new programme. The traineeship lasts 12 months and you will receive personalised training and support to help remove some of the barriers that may have prevented you from getting meaningful employment. You'll be based in our Merseyside Hub and you'll be a key member of the local team delivering advocacy and advice, and promoting and supporting awareness and activism within communities. You'll have the opportunity to get involved in developing our services not only in Merseyside, but also across Shelter at a national level, using your experiences to influence our local strategic aims. About you We are looking for people who are passionate about the opportunity to use their own life experiences to help make positive change for others. You'll also need a commitment to equality and a zero tolerance approach to discrimination and exclusion. Good communication skills and the ability to make people feel heard will also be essential. Basic computer skills, e.g. word processing, the internet and email would be useful, but support can be provided. Above all, we need people with a real desire to develop personally and learn new skills. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. When applying, we appreciate it may feel unusual to be talking about your lived experience to a prospective employer. Please be assured that we ask for this only to assess your suitability for a role that's designed to help people to use their experiences to develop a career. If you feel you have the necessary lived experience, please apply and draw this out as much as you can in the application to increase your chances of being invited to interview. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Nov 30, 2022
Contractor
12 months fixed term contract Full time - part time considered, 3 days a week minimum Closing date: 20th December 2022 at 11.30pm Come and join us We're looking for passionate individuals with personal experience of homelessness, bad housing and/or any other disadvantage such as substance misuse to come and join us and make a difference to the way we do things. If you believe that people should have a say in their own support and that they should be at the front of making meaningful change then this could be the traineeship for you. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the role This is a great opportunity to work with a lead provider of homelessness and housing advice and support and gain invaluable experience while being part of an exciting new programme. The traineeship lasts 12 months and you will receive personalised training and support to help remove some of the barriers that may have prevented you from getting meaningful employment. You'll be based in our Merseyside Hub and you'll be a key member of the local team delivering advocacy and advice, and promoting and supporting awareness and activism within communities. You'll have the opportunity to get involved in developing our services not only in Merseyside, but also across Shelter at a national level, using your experiences to influence our local strategic aims. About you We are looking for people who are passionate about the opportunity to use their own life experiences to help make positive change for others. You'll also need a commitment to equality and a zero tolerance approach to discrimination and exclusion. Good communication skills and the ability to make people feel heard will also be essential. Basic computer skills, e.g. word processing, the internet and email would be useful, but support can be provided. Above all, we need people with a real desire to develop personally and learn new skills. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. When applying, we appreciate it may feel unusual to be talking about your lived experience to a prospective employer. Please be assured that we ask for this only to assess your suitability for a role that's designed to help people to use their experiences to develop a career. If you feel you have the necessary lived experience, please apply and draw this out as much as you can in the application to increase your chances of being invited to interview. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
12 months fixed term contract Full time - part time considered, 4 days a week minimum Sheffield Closing date: 20 th December 2022 at 11.30pm Come and join us We're looking for passionate individuals with personal experience of homelessness, bad housing and/or any other disadvantage such as substance misuse to come and join us and make a difference to the way we do things. If you believe that people should have a say in their own support and that they should be at the front of making meaningful change then this could be the traineeship for you. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the role This is a great opportunity to work with a lead provider of homelessness and housing advice and support and gain invaluable experience while being part of an exciting new programme. The traineeship lasts 12 months and you will receive personalised training and support to help remove some of the barriers that may have prevented you from getting meaningful employment. You'll be based in our Sheffield Hub working on our Home at Last (HALT) project which focuses on improving support and outcomes for people experiencing rough sleeping who have drug and alcohol dependence needs. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in developing our services across Sheffield, using your experiences to influence our local strategic aims. Once your traineeship is complete, we will evaluate your placement, with the aim of securing you employment in the future. About you We are looking for people who are passionate about the opportunity to use their own life experiences to help make positive change for others. You'll also need a commitment to equality and a zero tolerance approach to discrimination and exclusion. Good communication skills and the ability to make people feel heard will also be essential. Basic computer skills, e.g. word processing, the internet and email would be useful, but support can be provided. Above all, we need people with a real desire to develop personally and learn new skills. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. When applying, we appreciate it may feel unusual to be talking about your lived experience to a prospective employer. Please be assured that we ask for this only to assess your suitability for a role that's designed to help people to use their experiences to develop a career. If you feel you have the necessary lived experience, please apply and draw this out as much as you can in the application to increase your chances of being invited to interview. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Nov 30, 2022
Contractor
12 months fixed term contract Full time - part time considered, 4 days a week minimum Sheffield Closing date: 20 th December 2022 at 11.30pm Come and join us We're looking for passionate individuals with personal experience of homelessness, bad housing and/or any other disadvantage such as substance misuse to come and join us and make a difference to the way we do things. If you believe that people should have a say in their own support and that they should be at the front of making meaningful change then this could be the traineeship for you. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the role This is a great opportunity to work with a lead provider of homelessness and housing advice and support and gain invaluable experience while being part of an exciting new programme. The traineeship lasts 12 months and you will receive personalised training and support to help remove some of the barriers that may have prevented you from getting meaningful employment. You'll be based in our Sheffield Hub working on our Home at Last (HALT) project which focuses on improving support and outcomes for people experiencing rough sleeping who have drug and alcohol dependence needs. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in developing our services across Sheffield, using your experiences to influence our local strategic aims. Once your traineeship is complete, we will evaluate your placement, with the aim of securing you employment in the future. About you We are looking for people who are passionate about the opportunity to use their own life experiences to help make positive change for others. You'll also need a commitment to equality and a zero tolerance approach to discrimination and exclusion. Good communication skills and the ability to make people feel heard will also be essential. Basic computer skills, e.g. word processing, the internet and email would be useful, but support can be provided. Above all, we need people with a real desire to develop personally and learn new skills. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. When applying, we appreciate it may feel unusual to be talking about your lived experience to a prospective employer. Please be assured that we ask for this only to assess your suitability for a role that's designed to help people to use their experiences to develop a career. If you feel you have the necessary lived experience, please apply and draw this out as much as you can in the application to increase your chances of being invited to interview. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
12 months fixed term contract Full time - part time considered, 3 days a week minimum Weymouth, Dorset Closing date: 20th December 2022 at 11.30pm Come and join us We're looking for passionate individuals with personal experience of homelessness, bad housing and/or any other disadvantage such as substance misuse to come and join us and make a difference to the way we do things. If you believe that people should have a say in their own support and that they should be at the front of making meaningful change then this could be the traineeship for you. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the role This is a great opportunity to work with a lead provider of homelessness and housing advice and support and gain invaluable experience while being part of an exciting new programme. The traineeship lasts 12 months and you will receive personalised training and support to help remove some of the barriers that may have prevented you from getting meaningful employment. You'll be based in our Dorset Hub in Weymouth working on our Reach Out service which aims to get a better understanding of the difficulties homeless people face when trying to get support to reduce or abstain from drugs or alcohol. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in developing our services across Dorset, using your experiences to influence our local strategic aims. Once your traineeship is complete, we will evaluate your placement, with the aim of securing you employment in the future. About you We are looking for people who are passionate about the opportunity to use their own life experiences to help make positive change for others. You'll also need a commitment to equality and a zero tolerance approach to discrimination and exclusion. Good communication skills and the ability to make people feel heard will also be essential. Basic computer skills, e.g. word processing, the internet and email would be useful, but support can be provided. Above all, we need people with a real desire to develop personally and learn new skills. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. When applying, we appreciate it may feel unusual to be talking about your lived experience to a prospective employer. Please be assured that we ask for this only to assess your suitability for a role that's designed to help people to use their experiences to develop a career. If you feel you have the necessary lived experience, please apply and draw this out as much as you can in the application to increase your chances of being invited to interview. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Nov 30, 2022
Full time
12 months fixed term contract Full time - part time considered, 3 days a week minimum Weymouth, Dorset Closing date: 20th December 2022 at 11.30pm Come and join us We're looking for passionate individuals with personal experience of homelessness, bad housing and/or any other disadvantage such as substance misuse to come and join us and make a difference to the way we do things. If you believe that people should have a say in their own support and that they should be at the front of making meaningful change then this could be the traineeship for you. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the role This is a great opportunity to work with a lead provider of homelessness and housing advice and support and gain invaluable experience while being part of an exciting new programme. The traineeship lasts 12 months and you will receive personalised training and support to help remove some of the barriers that may have prevented you from getting meaningful employment. You'll be based in our Dorset Hub in Weymouth working on our Reach Out service which aims to get a better understanding of the difficulties homeless people face when trying to get support to reduce or abstain from drugs or alcohol. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in developing our services across Dorset, using your experiences to influence our local strategic aims. Once your traineeship is complete, we will evaluate your placement, with the aim of securing you employment in the future. About you We are looking for people who are passionate about the opportunity to use their own life experiences to help make positive change for others. You'll also need a commitment to equality and a zero tolerance approach to discrimination and exclusion. Good communication skills and the ability to make people feel heard will also be essential. Basic computer skills, e.g. word processing, the internet and email would be useful, but support can be provided. Above all, we need people with a real desire to develop personally and learn new skills. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. When applying, we appreciate it may feel unusual to be talking about your lived experience to a prospective employer. Please be assured that we ask for this only to assess your suitability for a role that's designed to help people to use their experiences to develop a career. If you feel you have the necessary lived experience, please apply and draw this out as much as you can in the application to increase your chances of being invited to interview. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Closing date: 26 June 2022 at 11.30 pm Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. Do you have the legal knowledge it takes to deliver strategic change through legal challenge to improve services for the homeless and those facing homelessness? Then join Shelter as a Solicitor and you could soon be playing a vital role within our London Hub's Legal Services team. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Shelter's Legal Services have an enviable national reputation for excellence in the provision of housing and community care law. Right now, the team based at our London hub is looking to deliver strategic change in local authority practice, for those with multiple and complex needs and those experiencing poverty and issues with affordability to improve services for the homeless or those facing homelessness. That's where you come in. About the role A great opportunity to be a key player within a local team of solicitors and advisors, you'll be working out of our hub in Hackney and taking on a wide variety of work originating from all parts of London. Along the way, you'll need to work under a housing legal aid contract to deliver legal advice to meet the specialist quality mark, take on emergency cases and identify and deal with strategic litigation. And, when it comes to carrying out court representations, including at Housing Duty Possession Schemes, again, we'll count on you to deliver. About you Two solicitors, or individuals with the skills, knowledge and experience of solicitors, are required. If you have proven experience of working under a housing legal aid contract even better, although this is not essential. If you're a qualified Solicitor who holds supervisor status for legal aid purposes, that would also be an advantage, but again, is not essential. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Jun 20, 2022
Full time
Closing date: 26 June 2022 at 11.30 pm Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. Do you have the legal knowledge it takes to deliver strategic change through legal challenge to improve services for the homeless and those facing homelessness? Then join Shelter as a Solicitor and you could soon be playing a vital role within our London Hub's Legal Services team. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Shelter's Legal Services have an enviable national reputation for excellence in the provision of housing and community care law. Right now, the team based at our London hub is looking to deliver strategic change in local authority practice, for those with multiple and complex needs and those experiencing poverty and issues with affordability to improve services for the homeless or those facing homelessness. That's where you come in. About the role A great opportunity to be a key player within a local team of solicitors and advisors, you'll be working out of our hub in Hackney and taking on a wide variety of work originating from all parts of London. Along the way, you'll need to work under a housing legal aid contract to deliver legal advice to meet the specialist quality mark, take on emergency cases and identify and deal with strategic litigation. And, when it comes to carrying out court representations, including at Housing Duty Possession Schemes, again, we'll count on you to deliver. About you Two solicitors, or individuals with the skills, knowledge and experience of solicitors, are required. If you have proven experience of working under a housing legal aid contract even better, although this is not essential. If you're a qualified Solicitor who holds supervisor status for legal aid purposes, that would also be an advantage, but again, is not essential. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
CHAS Bristol is a community-based, housing and homelessness charity serving the city of Bristol. We provide specialist advice, advocacy and support to anyone in housing need, with a focus on the most vulnerable. The Person Passionate about the role of the voluntary sector in bringing about social change, you will be strategic, adaptable, motivated and equipped to support the charity's development whilst also supporting our committed staff team. In the last few years, CHAS has grown in order to meet increasing demand for our services and the ambitions of our current strategic plan. The Board is looking to appoint an energetic new Director to build on our success and lead us into the next exciting phase of our development. The Opportunity Make a big difference in a small organisation Champion the role of best practice housing advice in homelessness prevention in Bristol Be part of positive change and innovation working with our partners and funders A competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday + bank holidays, flexible working, employer pension and Employee Assistance Programme (full details to be provided at interview).
Dec 04, 2021
Full time
CHAS Bristol is a community-based, housing and homelessness charity serving the city of Bristol. We provide specialist advice, advocacy and support to anyone in housing need, with a focus on the most vulnerable. The Person Passionate about the role of the voluntary sector in bringing about social change, you will be strategic, adaptable, motivated and equipped to support the charity's development whilst also supporting our committed staff team. In the last few years, CHAS has grown in order to meet increasing demand for our services and the ambitions of our current strategic plan. The Board is looking to appoint an energetic new Director to build on our success and lead us into the next exciting phase of our development. The Opportunity Make a big difference in a small organisation Champion the role of best practice housing advice in homelessness prevention in Bristol Be part of positive change and innovation working with our partners and funders A competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday + bank holidays, flexible working, employer pension and Employee Assistance Programme (full details to be provided at interview).