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We are looking for a Property Compliance Manager! Are you known for your keen attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a knack for negotiation? Do others admire your ability to build lasting relationships and positively influence outcomes? Are you someone who thrives in collaborative environments, keeps meticulous records, and is passionate about ensuring regulatory compliance. We re looking for someone with experience in property compliance management and a solid understanding of health and safety, as well as housing-related legislation and best practices including an employer s duty of care. If this sounds like you, we d love to hear from you! Come join us and play a vital role in helping us support our residents on their journey out of homelessness. About You: You are organised, meticulous, and bring proven experience in property compliance management. You have a good understanding of housing legislation, health & safety regulations and best practice, building maintenance and compliance in relation to Supported Housing and PRS (including HMO s). You can confidently navigate relationships with external contractors, landlords, and local authorities. You will also oversee the effective management of risk across all Homeless Oxfordshire properties. With a solutions-focused mindset, you re ready to take ownership of compliance and health and safety across multiple sites, ensuring we deliver safe, dignified living spaces for our residents . About the Role: As our Compliance Officer, you will take the lead on property compliance and certification across Homeless Oxfordshire's housing portfolio. You will oversee safety inspections, manage risk assessments, maintain up-to-date records, and coordinate with contractors and landlords to ensure all remedial and planned works meet health, safety, and housing regulations. We will also entrust you with coordinating employer health and safety regulations. Reporting to the Head of Property and Facilities, your role is central to protecting residents and enabling our operational teams to deliver outstanding service. Some of your responsibilities will include: Ensure all regulatory requirements & certifications are maintained and securely documented (e.g. gas, Electrical safety, legionella, Asbestos, fire alarm and lighting tests etc.), Ready for inspection as required. Undertake annual risk assessments for all areas relating to properties (including fire); maintenance and cleaning activities and ensure that relevant details are shared with others appropriately Build close relationships with our landlords and providers to ensure any compliance works they are responsible for under the terms of the lease are carried out to the required standard that we are satisfied with along with the local authorities or facilitate the work on their behalf. Ensure all HMO licencing information is up to date for all relevant properties and records of HMO Licences are retained on in-form and work together with Local Authorities. Ensure all additional works that are required for licence are completed in a timely manner. Oversee weekly and monthly Health and safety inspections for all sites. Work with Head of property & Facilities on Health and safety tasks for the organisation Contribute towards the budget setting for all planned compliance and health and safety works and ensure this remains within the budget set. Promote a high standard of hygiene among staff and residents and ensure controls are in place to reduce the risk of pests, damp, and mould, taking remedial action. Remain informed of all relevant property legislation for the private rented sector, HMOs and supported accommodation and implement changes within the organisation to maintain compliance. Support operational managers and staff to deliver outstanding services to our residents. To take control of the accident reporting, working with managers and SMT to ensure that all staff adhere to the process of reporting these incidents. Provide a monthly report to the Head of Property and facilities with compliance for the property portfolio as a minimum. Comply with Homeless Oxfordshire s policies and procedures Contribute to a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are valued and staff are enabled to do their best Contribute to the work of the broader team. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate. We also do not offer work sponsorship for this role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.

Lead a dedicated team to improve the financial well-being of our residents Lead a dedicated team to improve the financial well-being of our residents As a Financial Inclusion Manager, you'll lead a team that's dedicated to helping residents maintain their tenancies and build resilience to stay in control of their finances. It's a role where you'll bring people together, drive new ideas and make sure the support we offer is practical, timely and shaped by the people who use it. Working Style: You'll be based in the Borough for a minimum of three days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Whether you're working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents' lives. What you'll be doing: You'll lead our Financial Inclusion service, supporting and motivating a committed team who put residents at the heart of everything they do. Day to day, you'll manage our Financial Inclusion Officers - offering supervision, mentoring, and guidance as they deliver specialist welfare and debt advice that makes a real difference. You'll shape and develop the service alongside residents, helping us grow our offer and reach more people. From running our Money Cafes to designing new community-led initiatives, you'll be focused on practical, creative ways to support financial wellbeing and prevent homelessness. You'll also work closely with partners across the council and beyond, helping to bring in new resources that benefit tenants. And you'll monitor the service's impact, providing updates, insights and analysis to senior managers - making sure we're delivering support that's timely, targeted and effective. For further details, please review the Job Description and Person Specification What you'll bring You'll bring solid experience in advice and support services - ideally within social housing - and a strong understanding of welfare benefits, debt advice and related legislation. You'll also be a natural leader, confident in managing projects and motivating teams to deliver high-quality work under pressure. You'll have a collaborative mindset and be confident working with residents and partners to co-design support that really meets people's needs. Strong relationship-building and communication skills are essential, as is a genuine commitment to inclusion, especially when supporting vulnerable communities. If you're proactive, solutions-focused and passionate about financial wellbeing, this is a role where you can have a real impact. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll join a welcoming, creative and supportive team that's proud of the work we do and open to fresh ideas. You'll have the autonomy to develop your own projects and the backing to make things happen. This is a chance to build on strong foundations, bringing your own approach to a service that's already been recognised for excellence. We'll support your professional development and give you space to lead, grow and shape a service that's making a meaningful difference every day. About us Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough. As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all. In this role, you'll be leading from the front - bringing energy, ideas and purpose to a team that's all about helping people stay afloat and move forward. You won't just be managing the day-to-day; you'll be building relationships, shaping services, and co-creating solutions with residents. Interview Details and Role Requirements Interviews will be held 22nd July 2025 This role requires a Standard DBS check. Ready to join us? We're all in - are you? If you share our values and have the skills to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants. We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Jobs Assistant Director of Housing Apply Now Salary £81,174 - £89,956 per annum (pay award pending), plus relocation support Expires 29/06/2025 Company City of York Council Location York, North Yorkshire Job Type Full Time Location:York / Hybrid Contract:Full-time / Permanent Salary:£81,174 - £89,956 per annum (pay award pending), plus relocation support Now is an exciting time to take a leading role in shaping York's housing future. York is a place where big things are happening. From major regeneration schemes and housing developments to clean transport projects, innovative digital infrastructure and award-winning community engagement, we are creating the conditions for people and places to thrive. You'll be empowered to lead in a supportive, values-led culture where collaboration, creativity and improvement are championed at every level. Reporting to the Director of Housing & Communities, the Assistant Director of Housing will lead York's Housing portfolio, ensuring all residents of our beautiful city have access to safe, affordable homes. You will play a vital role in developing and delivering housing services that support the public and vulnerable populations, working closely with the Combined Authority and a wide range of local partners. You will be responsible for overseeing and driving the delivery of housing provision, maintaining rigorous standards to meet current and evolving housing regulations. As City of York Council moves towards a 'one public estate' approach and having approved a new local plan that will unlock housing developments across the city, you will be a key stakeholder in these transformative initiatives. You will lead the housing workforce and deliver the council's housing strategies to: Discharge statutory housing duties related to homelessness, housing allocations, private sector housing, adaptations, and home energy efficiency, alongside statutory landlord services for council homes; Deliver the council's housing development programme. Your specific portfolio will cover: Housing Registration & Options Resettlement Services Temporary Accommodation Building Services and Responsive Repairs Private Sector Enforcement Housing Standards & Adaptations Housing Delivery Housing Strategy and Partnerships Some key accountabilities will be to : Set clear performance targets and develop robust monitoring systems to assess progress against housing strategies and standards set by the Housing Regulator, reflecting local, regional, and national goals. Lead strategic planning across all housing services, including council provision, other landlords, and private sector options, to create sustainable housing solutions for all residents. Monitor and respond proactively to political and external developments to ensure housing strategies meet the council's objectives/council plan, the administration's political ambitions alongside regional devolved and national government /statutory requirements. Ensure that the council's overall housing ambitions are fully integrated into the council's overarching goals and strategic direction. Drive the development and delivery of collaborative programmes with key partners to: o Expand and diversify housing supply to meet current and future needs; o Uphold and enforce high housing standards across all sectors, reinforcing York's reputation as a great place to live; o Reduce homelessness across the city. Oversee the effective management and maintenance of the council's housing stock to ensure well-maintained properties, sustainable tenancies, and safe, thriving communities. Annually set and review ambitious, meaningful performance measures that reflect local priorities and the operating environment. Monitor and analyse key performance data to drive continuous improvement and identify necessary corrective actions. Benchmark performance against industry best practices to maintain high standards Direct, lead and manage the Housing team, budgets, and assets, including the Housing Revenue Account and Business Plan, ensuring financial and operational efficiency. Provide regular briefings and expert advice to the Chief Operating Officer, Director, Executive, and elected members on strategic performance and statutory housing responsibilities, supporting informed decision-making and governance. Apply innovative thinking to build strong relationships, influence complex negotiations, and foster a results-driven, customer-focused culture that delivers cost-effective, high-quality services. Develop and implement community engagement strategies that empower residents to participate in service redesign and explore new delivery models. Collaborate closely with national government bodies-such as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, Homes England, and the Housing Regulator-and professional organisations to secure funding, stay informed of emerging trends, and elevate York's profile. Work in partnership with the statutory Children's and Adults Corporate Directors to create housing strategies for vulnerable people, focusing on pathways to reduce homelessness and rough sleeping. York is a modern city, and we adopt modern working practices, this enables us to visibly lead services in York and really know and understand our great city and our communities, whilst practicing effective hybrid working to maximise our efficiencies. In practice this typically results in working within the city 2 to 3 days per week. York is well-connected and only 2 hours from London and Edinburgh on the main train line. In the Housing & Communities Directorate we work across 2 sites so the expectation is that some office time will be split between our city centre headquarters in West Offices opposite the railway station and the Depot at Hazel Court on the edge of the City Centre (within walking/cycling distance). About City of York Council Come and join our team At City of York Council we are focused on four core principles at the centre of everything we do:Equalities, Affordability, Climate and Health and Wellbeing. OurOne City, for all, the City of York Council's Council Plan ( ), sets a strong ambition to increase opportunities for everyone living in York to live healthy and fulfilling lives, and supports our 10 year plan. We have started the decade long journey of our10-year plan , which sets a clear vision for the city. By 2032 we will be a city that is vibrant, prosperous, welcoming and sustainable, where everyone can share and take pride in its success. Our 10 year strategies underpin this plan and includethe Climate Change Strategy , theHealth and Wellbeing Strategy and theYork Economic Strategy . Our strategies also have a strong alignment to the Combined Authority priorities. This in turn offers the opportunity for this role to play a key part in achieving many of the Council Plan objectives and to work closely with Executive and Corporate Management Team to shape and steer the council to achieve its ambition. We had already made a commitment to developing 600 new homes across York in Council owned sites and this is set out in ourHousing Delivery Programme , and have now committed to an additional 250 1 bed tenancies with other providers across the city to deliver Housing First, and expansion of social housing and the delivery of more affordable homes. OurHomelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy will seek to enlist partners, stakeholders and citizens in a plan to make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring. The council'sHousing Charter vision of One Team, Healthy Homes, Better Lives and principles including We Think Forward, We Think Together and We Think You are embedded within the person- centred, partnership based and wellbeing focused approach taken in this Strategy. Our key Homelessness and Rough Sleeping objectives are; to build on existing successful delivery and partnership to make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring; Supported by an action plan focussed on key priorities and investment opportunities, including Housing First led system transformation, more affordable homes for client groups with and without children, and high-quality homelessness prevention services. Our strategy provides a basis for partnership work and strategic partnership development; Progress during 2018-23 informs the identification of needs to build on; Implement enhanced performance monitoring, data and governance frameworks. Building independence is a core principle of support provision, with services designed to develop people's skills and capacities and to avoid creating dependence. Delivery and outcome monitoring of a distinct offer dependent on local connection status, with specialist pathways developed for individuals with a local connection to the City of York. Alternative resolution options such as supported reconnection with another locality are provided for individuals without local connection status. It may be noted that local connection has a broad definition and encompasses for example, people fleeing domestic abuse who would not be a safe in another area. Our new10-year Economic Strategy sets out to improve living standards and livelihoods for all of York's residents and businesses. We aim to do this through increasing productivity, raising earnings, and maintaining our skills advantage. Building on York's strengths as a leading economy in the North of England . click apply for full job details

Housing Project Manager 350 - 450 per day Bristol, Southwest Temporary Contract, minimum 6 months Full Time, 37 hours per week Sellick Partnership Ltd are currently recruiting for a Housing Project Manager to join one of our Bristol based clients on a full-time temporary basis Daily duties of the Housing Project Manager: Lead and manage a complex, politically sensitive project with high visibility across the city. Deliver strategic and operational solutions to address housing-related challenges involving Vehicle Dwellers, Homelessness, and Gypsy/Traveller communities. Collaborate closely with key internal and external stakeholders, including local government departments, housing providers, and diverse community groups. Directly manage a team of Project Officers Manage conflicting stakeholder priorities and tensions with professionalism and diplomacy. Essential requirements of the Housing Project Manager: Experience in managing complex, politically sensitive projects, ideally within sectors such as Housing, Homelessness, Vehicle Dwelling, or Gypsy/Traveller support. Previously worked within the public sector If you are interested in the role of the Housing Project Manager, then please apply now or for further information contact Harry Rigby at the Sellick Partnership Derby office Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Slough Borough Council Backlog Officer / Temporary Accommodation Officer I am working with a top client of ours, Slough Borough Council in order to recruit a number of positions within Temporary accommodation, Allocations and Backlog positions. See below a brief blurb on the duties you will be tasked with: Backlog Officer / Temporary Accommodation Officer To provide advice and assistance on the Council's Allocations Scheme and Nominations Agreement. P6 experience is desirable Ensure all housing legislation and regulation is adhered to in the context of housing allocations; To be responsible for the allocation process through to the matching of properties; To make decisions on housing register applications, to determine the status of the application and band award. Where necessary to cross reference with all housing advice approaches, as part of a wider housing solutions service; To allocating accommodation to households in line with the Housing Allocation Scheme through the direct matching system including administering the direct matching process for groups such as those with medical needs (including delayed discharge of care cases, under occupiers and homeless cases); To coordinate the input of void and new build properties from Housing Associations. Practical experience of NEC (Northgate), Civica and Jigsaw in allocations/housing register context. For this role you need excellent administration skills required. P6 experience is desirable Currently a Hybrid position working in the office 3 days a week, however this could change based on the needs of the business. If this is something you'd be interested in progressing with, apply here or get in touch with myself on Slough Borough Council Backlog Officer / Temporary Accommodation Officer Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Tenancy Management & Resettlement Officer South East London, Catford Temporary Monday - Friday (35 hours) 22.78 per hour Social Housing Experience Needed Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known company based in the South East London, Catford area who are looking for a highly skilled Tenancy Management & Resettlement Officer to join their team. General Role Description Provide excellent tenancy sustainment support ensuring tenancies in the private rented sector are sustained to provide safe and secure housing for our customers whilst meeting local and corporate objectives. To provide a high quality advice, lettings and tenancy sustainment service that maximises the number of homeless households who are able to move successfully into good quality, affordable private rented accommodation for clients from various services such as HOC, CYP and NRTPF. To promote the use of the private rented sector as a viable alternative to social rented housing, in order to encourage independence, prevent homelessness, provide settled housing solutions and reduce the clients use of temporary accommodation. To effectively report, as required, on performance, against local and corporate targets.

Are you passionate about making a tangible impact on people's lives? Do you have a knack for understanding legislation and managing temporary accommodations effectively? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dedicated team at Slough Borough Council! Key Responsibilities: Legislation Expertise : Stay updated with the latest legislation, statutes, case law, and Council policies to ensure the effective management of temporary accommodations. Homelessness Reduction : Apply your knowledge of homelessness legislation to reduce temporary accommodation occupancy and facilitate timely placements. Property Management : Oversee void properties, minimizing the use of Bed and Breakfast or hotel accommodations. Financial Control : Collaborate with the Income Recovery/Arrears Team to maintain financial control, maximize rental income, and advise tenants on debt counseling services. Tenant Support : Provide crucial advice to tenants on sustaining temporary accommodation, preventing tenancy breaches, and detecting fraud. Duty Discharge : Manage discharges of duty in compliance with the Homelessness Reduction Act, conducting thorough assessments and legal decisions. Tenancy Enforcement : Address tenancy breaches, including nuisance, harassment, domestic violence, and anti-social behavior, ensuring swift and appropriate actions. Monitoring & Visits : Regularly visit all temporary accommodation tenancies to offer management services, identify unauthorized occupation, and ensure efficient property use. Special Needs Support : Provide tailored housing services to tenants with special needs, liaising with Social Services and other agencies to secure community care services. Safeguarding : Ensure the safeguarding of both adults and children in temporary accommodations, attending professional meetings for complex cases. Representation & Response : Represent the service at relevant forums, respond to inquiries, and assist the Housing Allocation Manager with MP enquiries. Data & Reporting : Collate, monitor data, and produce detailed reports to track and improve service delivery. Service Improvement : Identify potential service improvements and work with the Housing Allocations Manager to develop effective solutions. Health, Safety & Equality : Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and promote equality and diversity policies. Project Work : Undertake project work and other reasonable duties as directed by the Housing Allocation Manager. Why Join Us? Be a pivotal part of a team committed to improving the lives of those in temporary accommodations. Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the well-being and safety of our community. Collaborate with various teams and agencies to provide comprehensive support to tenants. Develop your skills in legislation, tenancy management, and service improvement. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role where your efforts make a real difference, apply now to become a Duty Discharge Officer with Slough Borough Council. Together, we can create a better, safer, and more supportive environment for those in need.

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for social impact? An esteemed homelessness housing provider in the South East of England is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to steer the organisation towards new heights. This role offers a unique platform to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need, while also advancing your career in a meaningful sector. The successful candidate will be at the helm of a dedicated team, driving strategic initiatives to enhance housing solutions and support services for the homeless community. This position offers a competitive salary of 65,000- 80,000 per annum, reflecting the critical importance of the role and the expertise required. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the organisation with a clear vision, ensuring alignment with its mission and values. - Develop and implement strategic plans to address homelessness effectively. - Foster relationships with stakeholders, including government bodies, donors, and community organisations. - Oversee financial management, ensuring sustainability and growth. - Champion innovative approaches to service delivery and organisational development. Essential Skills and Experience: - Proven leadership experience at a senior executive level, preferably within the non-profit or social housing sector. - Strong strategic planning and organisational skills. - Excellent financial acumen with experience in budgeting and financial oversight. - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and engage diverse stakeholders. - Demonstrated commitment to social justice and community development. This role is not just a career move; it is a chance to lead an organisation that makes a real difference. The ideal candidate will bring not only their professional expertise but also a genuine dedication to improving the lives of the homeless population. If you are ready to take on a role that combines leadership with social impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Embrace the challenge and drive meaningful change as the Chief Executive Officer of this vital organisation.

Housing Options Officer - Hampshire (Temporary Contract) Location: Hampshire (Hybrid working considered) Contract Length: 6 months Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) Start Date: ASAP A local authority in Hampshire is seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join their team on a 6-month temporary contract . This is a great opportunity to play a key role in preventing homelessness and supporting vulnerable residents in the community. Role Overview: You will provide frontline advice and support in accordance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 , carrying out assessments, drafting and maintaining Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs), and delivering sustainable housing solutions. Key Responsibilities: Complete statutory homelessness assessments and issue Section 184 decisions. Develop and review Personalised Housing Plans with applicants. Offer tailored advice on housing options, tenancy sustainment, and homelessness prevention. Build effective working relationships with private landlords, housing providers, and partner agencies. Maintain up-to-date and accurate casework in line with legislation and internal procedures. Requirements: Previous experience in a similar Housing Options or Homelessness Officer role within a local authority. Strong working knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act and related legislation. Experience managing complex caseloads in a high-demand environment. Familiarity with housing systems such as Locata, Jigsaw, or similar is desirable. Excellent communication, decision-making, and negotiation skills. If you're available immediately or coming to the end of a contract and looking for your next opportunity in Hampshire, please get in touch to find out more. Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

Adecco are recruiting for a London Borough Council for a Resident Services Officer Job Title: Resident Services Officer Location: East London, Hybrid Contract Details: Temporary, Full Time Salary: 21.31 - 26.52 per hour About Our Client: A dedicated local government body committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents in the community, providing essential services and support to those in need. Benefits & Perks: Competitive hourly rate Flexible working hours Opportunity for professional development Friendly and supportive working environment Convenient location, just a 5-minute walk from Abbey Road train station Nearby parking available within a 7-minute walk as well as subsidised parking with the council Responsibilities: As a Resident Services Officer, you will: Provide expert advice and support on housing benefits and council tax Assist residents facing homelessness with compassionate case management Ensure compliance with security tenure guidelines Collaborate with community partners to create effective solutions Maintain accurate records and documentation of resident interactions Engage with residents to understand their needs and improve services Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Detailed knowledge of housing benefit and council tax benefit systems Proven experience in providing homelessness advice Strong case management skills with a customer-focused approach Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Relevant qualifications in social work, housing, or a related field Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Familiarity with local government policies and procedures Experience in a similar role within the housing sector Skills in conflict resolution and negotiation Understanding of the diverse community within the Borough Technologies: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Experience with case management software Familiarity with online communication tools How to apply: If you're ready to make a real difference in your community and meet the essential requirements, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and enthusiasm for the role. Join us in building a better tomorrow for our residents! Apply today and become a vital part of our dynamic team! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Senior Asylum & Review Housing Options Officer Rugby Contract £30 per hour Limited paid via Umbrella Company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Asylum & Review Housing Options Officer. This temporary role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to make a real difference in the lives of those in need of housing support and asylum services. You will be responsible for managing complex cases, conducting reviews, and providing high-quality housing advice to vulnerable individuals. Key Responsibilities: - Assess and review housing options for individuals seeking asylum and vulnerable residents, ensuring all recommendations are in line with council policies and regulations. - Handle complex cases, providing clear guidance on housing rights, homelessness prevention, and support pathways. - Conduct thorough reviews of decisions made within the housing options service, ensuring compliance with legal standards. - Work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to offer comprehensive support and solutions. - Attend office once or twice a week, with flexibility for remote work. Requirements: - Proven experience in housing options, homelessness prevention, or asylum support services. - Strong understanding of relevant housing legislation, particularly in relation to asylum and immigration. - Excellent case management skills with the ability to handle sensitive and complex cases. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality service. PLEASE ONLY apply if you have the necessary skills, experience and expertise. The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer.

A Local Authority is looking for a Housing Options Officer to join their team on a minimum 6-month contract, with the potential for extension. You will play a crucial role in assessing housing needs, preventing homelessness, and providing housing advice to applicants. This includes: Assessing and responding to homelessness applications under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and Part VII of the Housing Act 1996. Writing S184 decision letters and Personal Housing Plans (PHPs). Providing housing options advice, including tenancy sustainment, welfare reform support, and negotiation with landlords and lenders. Managing temporary accommodation placements and seeking solutions to prevent homelessness. Experience Required: Strong working knowledge of HRA 2017, Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, and landlord & tenant law. Experience handling homelessness cases and making legally sound decisions. Prior experience with Locata or working within an Sussex Local Authority is highly desirable. Ability to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team in a rural setting. You will only be needed in the office a competitive 2 days a week, which is highly desired and offers an excellent work-life balance with a highly competitive rate. The position also offers excellent opportunities for future employment, getting you involved in strategic discussions to reduce temporary accommodation reliance across the district. Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

A Local Authority is looking for a Homelessness Prevention Officer to join their team on a minimum 6-month contract, with the potential for extension. You will play a crucial role in assessing housing needs, preventing homelessness, and providing housing advice to applicants. This includes: Assessing and responding to homelessness applications under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and Part VII of the Housing Act 1996. Writing S184 decision letters and Personal Housing Plans (PHPs). Providing housing options advice, including tenancy sustainment, welfare reform support, and negotiation with landlords and lenders. Managing temporary accommodation placements and seeking solutions to prevent homelessness. Triaging cases for Asylum Seekers and Refugees. Liaising with Private Landlords and conducting Affordability Assessments. Experience Required: Strong working knowledge of HRA 2017, Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, and landlord & tenant law. Experience handling homelessness cases and making legally sound decisions. Prior experience with Locata or working within a Kent Local Authority is highly desirable. Ability to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team in a rural setting. You will only be needed in the office a competitive 2 days a week, which is highly desired and offers an excellent work-life balance with a highly competitive rate. The position also offers excellent opportunities for future employment, getting you involved in strategic discussions to reduce temporary accommodation reliance across the district. If this role is of interest to you, please email me your most up to date CV or call (phone number removed). Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

Purpose and impact: To provide a high quality first point of contact and triage service (face-to-face, on the telephone and by email) for people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness, providing appropriate advice, assistance, and information. Accountable to: This role is accountable to the Housing Solutions Team Leader and the Housing Solutions Manager. Responsibilities: Acknowledge, respond to, and manage all new housing advice enquiries that are received by the Service (on the telephone and by e-mail) and undertake a rapid initial assessment of the customer's needs and circumstances, signpost them to other organisations as appropriate. Carry out a rapid initial assessment of each customer's needs and circumstances, make appropriate enquiries (to establish whether or not the customer is eligible, homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 days and is likely to be in 'priority need') and obtain as much information and documentation as possible in order to verify the information that has been collected. Work proactively with other teams and organisations to ensure that customers' housing and support needs are fully assessed and as much information as possible is gathered to inform the Council's decision on whether or not the customer is in 'priority need'. Interviews to take place the w/c 3rd March for a 10th March start date. For more information, please email or call (phone number removed). Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

Full-Time, Fixed-Term and Secondment Contract - 12 months 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 Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health and social care agendas. You will be a frontline professional delivering a first class, modern and flexible service to some of the most vulnerable people in the Borough. 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. If you want to work in the public sector and be part of a progressive team, this is a unique opportunity for you as we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services for our customers. This role is to fulfil the council's statutory homelessness assessment and decision-making function, with particular focus on those in emergency and temporary accommodation. You will proactively prevent and resolve crisis across the housing, health and social care agendas, utilising support services, discretionary funds and assistance and ensuring that accommodation is affordable. You will complete detailed holistic assessments of housing and support needs, devise and progress personalised housing plans and you provide interventions, support and referrals to minimise the time spent in temporary accommodation. 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 have experience of multi-disciplinary working involving complex and diverse client groups and an understanding of complex legislative frameworks including homelessness, social care, mental health, immigration and welfare benefits. You are a great communicator to engage effectively with a broad range of people to influence, negotiate and persuade and you quickly build trusting relationships with complex individuals to develop a comprehensive understanding of issues faced by vulnerable people. You act with integrity, take personal responsibility and handle stress effectively while maintaining high levels of motivation and enthusiasm to achieve successful corporate preventative outcomes, using proactive and creative solutions. You work independently, proactively and flexibly, being an expert problem solver demonstrating excellent analytical skills, to seek out and implement bespoke solutions to complex issues and make decisions confidently. You are a high performing individual who works collaboratively with others, adapting to meet a range of changing needs while achieving targets and service objectives and make the team the very best it can be. You can travel independently around the Borough to carry out home visits and meet other professionals in community settings. If the points below resonate with you, we'd love you to put in an application: Are you passionate about customer services? Are you an experienced homelessness professional? Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department? Qualifications: You have relevant work-based experience and engage in continuous professional development. You can travel independently around the Borough to carry out home visits and meet other professionals in community settings. Essential for The Role: Disclosure Barring Service - Standard (Unlimited) Closing date: 10 March 2025.

Housing Solutions Officer - Migration 1 Year Fixed-Term Contract/Secondment 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. If you want to work in the public sector and be part of a progressive team, this is a unique opportunity for you as 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 and want to continue to learn and develop your knowledge and skills. You will be working partly from home but you must be able to travel independently and carry out visits to temporary accommodation both within and outside of the Hounslow Borough. 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. This role is to carry out holistic housing needs and risk assessments in a variety of settings in line with the homelessness reduction act. You will provide practical support to resettle and integrate people within a local community. Promote personal independence and resilience to ensure accommodation can be obtained and/or maintained. To devise, monitor and review personalised housing and resettlement plans. Knowledge of refugee rights and entitlements and an appreciation of key cultural sensitivities. Practical understanding of working with safeguarding, equality, immigration and diversity matters. The ability to communicate verbally and in writing with a diverse range of audiences including managers, landlords, solicitors and vulnerable customers. About You You have experience of working in a multi-disciplinary way in a customer orientated environment involving complex and diverse client groups and an understanding of complex legislative frameworks including homelessness, social care, mental health, immigration and welfare benefits. You are a great communicator to engage effectively with a broad range of people to influence, motivate, negotiate and persuade and you quickly build trusting relationships with complex individuals, and other professionals, to empower residents to build resilience and gain and maintain their independence. You act with integrity, take personal responsibility and handle stress effectively while maintaining high levels of motivation and enthusiasm to achieve successful resettlement, community integration, and corporate preventative outcomes, using proactive and creative solutions. You work independently, proactively and flexibly, being an expert problem solver demonstrating excellent analytical skills, while you research and apply relevant legislation and policy to complex and contentious cases and make decisions confidently. You are a high performing individual who works collaboratively with others, adapting to meet a range of changing needs while achieving targets and service objectives and make the team the very best it can be. You preferably have a current driving licence but can travel independently around the Borough to carry out home visits and meet residents and other professionals in community settings. If the points below resonate with you, we'd love you to put in an application: Are you passionate about customer services? Are you an experienced homelessness professional? Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department? Closing date: 10 March 2025.

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 Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services, Property Procurement Accommodation Service, which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health and social care agendas. Your primary focus will be to work with private landlords and agents to acquire new properties that are suitable to prevent or resolve homelessness. You must be professional, energetic and enthusiastic as we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services to support landlords and agents letting out their properties to some of our most vulnerable residents. You must be able to learn and develop your knowledge required for this role and be able to travel independently around the Borough. 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 will provide expert property advice and support service to existing and prospective private rented sector landlords within the PSL portfolio and lead on lease renewals and increase the supply of housing accommodation through acquiring properties in the private rented sector. You provide a combination of customer facing contact with landlords, managing agents and residents in person, You will support landlords resolve tenancy issues while also identifying tenants at risk of homelessness. You will work collaboratively across the service and with other professionals to achieve individual outcomes for residents while supporting the shared goals of the council. You will be the single point of contact for Children & Adult social care to help to help accommodation needs to social care cohorts and be responsible to lead on other joint partnerships to deliver financial efficiencies corporately for the Council. You will assist in the negotiation with Senior PRS Acquisition Officers and options with owners and landlords for acquiring properties under the Council's Private Sector Leasing (PSL), Direct Lets (DL), Housing Association Leasing Schemes (HALS/HALD), Buy Back Scheme (BBS), HMOs and Bed and Breakfast (B&B). About You You have experience of working in a customer orientated environment involving complex and diverse client groups and can understand and apply relevant legislation in your day-to-day work, including landlord and tenant law, homelessness and welfare benefits, while effectively managing customer expectations. You are an excellent communicator to engage effectively with a broad range of people to influence, negotiate, persuade, building trusting relationships and devising value for money solutions to complex problems. You act with integrity, take personal responsibility, work well under pressure and handle stress effectively while maintaining high levels of motivation and enthusiasm to secure new business opportunities using proactive and creative solutions. You work independently, proactively and flexibly, while being highly organised to prioritise conflicting demands, making effective use of IT systems to record concise, factual, information and data. You are a high performing individual who works collaboratively with others, adapting to meet a range of changing needs while achieving targets and service objectives and make the team the very best it can be. If the points below resonate with you, we'd love you to put in an application: Are you passionate about customer services? Are you an experienced homelessness professional? Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department? Qualifications: HHSRS Trained Desirable. Essential for The Role: Basic DBS Closing date: 10 March 2025.

Chief Executive Officer Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience) p/a Location: Bradford Hybrid working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Our client is a charity supporting people experiencing homelessness in Bradford. They have a remarkable opportunity for a forward-thinking Chief Executive Officer to steer the charity through its next chapter, focusing on ending rough sleeping in Bradford, West Yorkshire. This role will require strong, visionary leadership to inspire a dedicated team and engage with key stakeholders in our mission to provide crisis support, advocacy, and supported housing to those experiencing homelessness. Founded in 2008, our client is committed to transforming the lives of the homeless in Bradford. They offer tailored support and work collaboratively with various organisations to ensure that vulnerable individuals receive the assistance they need. Their culture is driven by compassion, collaboration, and a shared faith in the possibility of change. Key Responsibilities: Lead the organisation with faith, kindness, and compassion. Drive growth by securing partnerships and funding opportunities. Oversee financial management ensuring sustainable operations. Develop and maintain strong collaborations with funders and local organisations. Promote a proactive safeguarding culture. Empower and support volunteers to enhance community engagement. Ideal Candidate: A visionary leader who can inspire and motivate others. Compassionate, with a brave approach to tackling homelessness. Creative and proactive in finding innovative solutions. Skilled in finance and resource management. Experienced in building relationships and networking effectively. Passionate about and knowledgeable in the field of homelessness. Resilient, calm under pressure, and adaptable to change. Benefits: Competitive salary with room for growth. Opportunities for professional development and training. Supportive and inclusive work environment, championing diversity. Employer contributions of 3% for the first two years of service, 5% thereafter. If you are passionate about ending homelessness and leading with faith and purpose, we want to hear from you. Apply now to help ensure no one in Bradford is left without a home.

Job Title: Senior Asylum & Review Housing Options Officer Location: Rugby Borough Council Rate: 30 per hour Working Hours: 37 hours Assignment Duration: Full-time, 3 months (potential for extension) Hybrid Working: Once or twice a week in the office About the Role Rugby Borough Council is seeking an experienced Senior Asylum & Review Housing Options Officer to join our Housing Options team. This temporary role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to make a real difference in the lives of those in need of housing support and asylum services. You will be responsible for managing complex cases, conducting reviews, and providing high-quality housing advice to vulnerable individuals. Key Responsibilities: - Assess and review housing options for individuals seeking asylum and vulnerable residents, ensuring all recommendations are in line with council policies and regulations. - Handle complex cases, providing clear guidance on housing rights, homelessness prevention, and support pathways. - Conduct thorough reviews of decisions made within the housing options service, ensuring compliance with legal standards. - Work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to offer comprehensive support and solutions. - Attend office once or twice a week, with flexibility for remote work. Requirements: - Proven experience in housing options, homelessness prevention, or asylum support services. - Strong understanding of relevant housing legislation, particularly in relation to asylum and immigration. - Excellent case management skills with the ability to handle sensitive and complex cases. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality service. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the experience to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you.