We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Safe House Advocate to play a pivotal role in our Modern Slavery Service in London. Sounds great, what will I be doing? As a Safe House Advocate, you will provide high-quality emotional and practical frontline support to residents who have experienced trafficking and modern slavery, including sexual and criminal exploitation, domestic servitude, and other forms of exploitation. You will manage a caseload of female survivors within the National Referral Mechanism, advocating on their behalf to ensure access to ECAT rights and supporting them to navigate complex systems. Your role includes conducting regular safeguarding risk assessments, maintaining detailed case records, and responding promptly to incidents or urgent issues to protect residents' safety and wellbeing. You will carry out daily, weekly, and monthly health and safety checks to ensure the accommodation remains secure, while also covering other safe houses as needed and supporting new staff members. Your responsibilities extend to liaising confidently with public and private services, writing official correspondence to agencies such as the Home Office, and keeping up to date with relevant legislation, policies, and child welfare considerations. Additionally, you will participate in team meetings, supervisions, clinical support sessions, and mandatory training, all while working to help survivors maintain positive and safe relationships with their children. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The ideal Safe House Advocate will hold qualifications in Safeguarding Adults, Safeguarding Children, and Modern Slavery awareness, supported by practical experience in safeguarding vulnerable adults, incident management, and working within supported accommodation or housing management. They will be confident working independently through lone working and possess strong organisational skills to manage schedules and deadlines while prioritising urgent matters effectively. A thorough understanding of safeguarding issues, GDPR principles, and relevant legislation such as the Modern Slavery Act and the National Referral Mechanism is essential. The role requires the ability to complete administrative tasks accurately and efficiently, alongside proficiency in using multiple digital platforms including Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and case management systems. Knowledge of fire safety protocols is also important to ensure the security of the safe house environment. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Safe House Advocate to play a pivotal role in our Modern Slavery Service in London. Sounds great, what will I be doing? As a Safe House Advocate, you will provide high-quality emotional and practical frontline support to residents who have experienced trafficking and modern slavery, including sexual and criminal exploitation, domestic servitude, and other forms of exploitation. You will manage a caseload of female survivors within the National Referral Mechanism, advocating on their behalf to ensure access to ECAT rights and supporting them to navigate complex systems. Your role includes conducting regular safeguarding risk assessments, maintaining detailed case records, and responding promptly to incidents or urgent issues to protect residents' safety and wellbeing. You will carry out daily, weekly, and monthly health and safety checks to ensure the accommodation remains secure, while also covering other safe houses as needed and supporting new staff members. Your responsibilities extend to liaising confidently with public and private services, writing official correspondence to agencies such as the Home Office, and keeping up to date with relevant legislation, policies, and child welfare considerations. Additionally, you will participate in team meetings, supervisions, clinical support sessions, and mandatory training, all while working to help survivors maintain positive and safe relationships with their children. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The ideal Safe House Advocate will hold qualifications in Safeguarding Adults, Safeguarding Children, and Modern Slavery awareness, supported by practical experience in safeguarding vulnerable adults, incident management, and working within supported accommodation or housing management. They will be confident working independently through lone working and possess strong organisational skills to manage schedules and deadlines while prioritising urgent matters effectively. A thorough understanding of safeguarding issues, GDPR principles, and relevant legislation such as the Modern Slavery Act and the National Referral Mechanism is essential. The role requires the ability to complete administrative tasks accurately and efficiently, alongside proficiency in using multiple digital platforms including Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and case management systems. Knowledge of fire safety protocols is also important to ensure the security of the safe house environment. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Your new company Join one of the Midlands' leading housing providers, dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable homes and support services that empower individuals to live independently and with dignity. With a proud history spanning nearly a century, this not-for-profit organisation manages tens of thousands of properties across diverse communities, working in partnership with over 20 local authorities within the Midlands. Your new role Neighbourhood Services Manager - Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering safe, vibrant communities and exceptional housing standards. As Neighbourhood Services Manager, you'll lead and inspire a dedicated team to ensure our estates remain welcoming, well-managed spaces for residents to call home. Key Responsibilities: Lead & Empower Your Team - Recruit, mentor, and support Neighbourhood Services Team Leaders and frontline colleagues to build a high-performing, engaged workforce. Deliver Exceptional Services - Oversee estate inspections, communal maintenance, and safety checks to uphold excellence across our neighbourhoods. Champion Resident Engagement - Foster strong relationships with tenants, respond to feedback proactively, and nurture a sense of community pride. Drive Innovation & Improvement - Spearhead projects that enhance local environments and respond creatively to evolving challenges. Ensure Compliance & Safety - Uphold rigorous standards in health, safety, risk management, and safeguarding practices. Oversee Budgets & Contracts - Manage financial resources responsibly and ensure service contracts meet performance expectations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on strategic leadership, community collaboration, and delivering visible results across diverse neighbourhoods. What you'll need to succeed The suitable Manager will bring a strong track record in service delivery and operational oversight, with the ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while managing performance with clarity and purpose. They will have demonstrable experience engaging constructively with a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, partners, and internal colleagues, to drive service excellence and community impact. A confident campaigner and project lead, they will be adept at coordinating improvement initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Their expertise will span risk assessment, safety standards, and regulatory compliance, alongside sound financial management skills, including budget setting and monitoring. Proficiency in overseeing contracts and ensuring compliance will be key, coupled with a commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction across all service areas. What you'll get in return This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading housing provider within the Midlands, an opportunity to make a real impact in the community. Not only will you have the opportunity to develop, guide and motivate a high performing team, but you'll also be entrusted with the autonomy to shape the service. Annual salary is 45,840. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Your new company Join one of the Midlands' leading housing providers, dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable homes and support services that empower individuals to live independently and with dignity. With a proud history spanning nearly a century, this not-for-profit organisation manages tens of thousands of properties across diverse communities, working in partnership with over 20 local authorities within the Midlands. Your new role Neighbourhood Services Manager - Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering safe, vibrant communities and exceptional housing standards. As Neighbourhood Services Manager, you'll lead and inspire a dedicated team to ensure our estates remain welcoming, well-managed spaces for residents to call home. Key Responsibilities: Lead & Empower Your Team - Recruit, mentor, and support Neighbourhood Services Team Leaders and frontline colleagues to build a high-performing, engaged workforce. Deliver Exceptional Services - Oversee estate inspections, communal maintenance, and safety checks to uphold excellence across our neighbourhoods. Champion Resident Engagement - Foster strong relationships with tenants, respond to feedback proactively, and nurture a sense of community pride. Drive Innovation & Improvement - Spearhead projects that enhance local environments and respond creatively to evolving challenges. Ensure Compliance & Safety - Uphold rigorous standards in health, safety, risk management, and safeguarding practices. Oversee Budgets & Contracts - Manage financial resources responsibly and ensure service contracts meet performance expectations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on strategic leadership, community collaboration, and delivering visible results across diverse neighbourhoods. What you'll need to succeed The suitable Manager will bring a strong track record in service delivery and operational oversight, with the ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while managing performance with clarity and purpose. They will have demonstrable experience engaging constructively with a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, partners, and internal colleagues, to drive service excellence and community impact. A confident campaigner and project lead, they will be adept at coordinating improvement initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Their expertise will span risk assessment, safety standards, and regulatory compliance, alongside sound financial management skills, including budget setting and monitoring. Proficiency in overseeing contracts and ensuring compliance will be key, coupled with a commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction across all service areas. What you'll get in return This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading housing provider within the Midlands, an opportunity to make a real impact in the community. Not only will you have the opportunity to develop, guide and motivate a high performing team, but you'll also be entrusted with the autonomy to shape the service. Annual salary is 45,840. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
We're committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District. As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager , you'll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You'll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council's housing ambitions. Everything you need to know We're looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld. You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 - £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative. What you will be doing Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council's housing priorities. Developing and delivering the Council's Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies. Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations. Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants). Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need. Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators. Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group. Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners. What you will bring to the role Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups. Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement. Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents. Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms. A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives. Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money. A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance. What's in it for you We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation - our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing. Other benefits include: Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays) Additional leave after 5 years of service Extra Christmas closure day Hybrid working Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunities to join in with social activities Free parking Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service Find out more For an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on: Best chance of being shortlisted Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria. Closing date : 7th September 23:59 Interview date : 25th September Equal Opportunities Sevenoaks - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. How to apply Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing or contacting us on to discuss how we can assist you in applying. Further information on this vacancy Housing Policy Enforcement Manager
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We're committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District. As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager , you'll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You'll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council's housing ambitions. Everything you need to know We're looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld. You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 - £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative. What you will be doing Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council's housing priorities. Developing and delivering the Council's Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies. Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations. Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants). Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need. Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators. Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group. Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners. What you will bring to the role Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups. Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement. Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents. Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms. A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives. Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money. A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance. What's in it for you We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation - our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing. Other benefits include: Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays) Additional leave after 5 years of service Extra Christmas closure day Hybrid working Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunities to join in with social activities Free parking Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service Find out more For an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on: Best chance of being shortlisted Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria. Closing date : 7th September 23:59 Interview date : 25th September Equal Opportunities Sevenoaks - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. How to apply Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing or contacting us on to discuss how we can assist you in applying. Further information on this vacancy Housing Policy Enforcement Manager
We're committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District. As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager , you'll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You'll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council's housing ambitions. Everything you need to know We're looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld. You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 - £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative. What you will be doing Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council's housing priorities. Developing and delivering the Council's Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies. Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations. Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants). Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need. Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators. Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group. Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners. What you will bring to the role Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups. Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement. Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents. Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms. A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives. Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money. A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance. What's in it for you We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation - our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing. Other benefits include: Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays) Additional leave after 5 years of service Extra Christmas closure day Hybrid working Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunities to join in with social activities Free parking Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service Find out more For an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on: Best chance of being shortlisted Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria. Closing date : 7th September 23:59 Interview date : 25th September Equal Opportunities Sevenoaks - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. How to apply Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing or contacting us on to discuss how we can assist you in applying. Further information on this vacancy Housing Policy Enforcement Manager
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We're committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District. As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager , you'll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You'll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council's housing ambitions. Everything you need to know We're looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld. You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 - £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative. What you will be doing Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council's housing priorities. Developing and delivering the Council's Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies. Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations. Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants). Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need. Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators. Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group. Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners. What you will bring to the role Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups. Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement. Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents. Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms. A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives. Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money. A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance. What's in it for you We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation - our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing. Other benefits include: Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays) Additional leave after 5 years of service Extra Christmas closure day Hybrid working Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunities to join in with social activities Free parking Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service Find out more For an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on: Best chance of being shortlisted Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria. Closing date : 7th September 23:59 Interview date : 25th September Equal Opportunities Sevenoaks - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. How to apply Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing or contacting us on to discuss how we can assist you in applying. Further information on this vacancy Housing Policy Enforcement Manager
We're committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District. As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager , you'll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You'll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council's housing ambitions. Everything you need to know We're looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld. You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 - £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative. What you will be doing Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council's housing priorities. Developing and delivering the Council's Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies. Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations. Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants). Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need. Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators. Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group. Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners. What you will bring to the role Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups. Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement. Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents. Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms. A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives. Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money. A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance. What's in it for you We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation - our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing. Other benefits include: Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays) Additional leave after 5 years of service Extra Christmas closure day Hybrid working Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunities to join in with social activities Free parking Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service Find out more For an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on: Best chance of being shortlisted Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria. Closing date : 7th September 23:59 Interview date : 25th September Equal Opportunities Sevenoaks - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. How to apply Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing or contacting us on to discuss how we can assist you in applying. Further information on this vacancy Housing Policy Enforcement Manager
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We're committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District. As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager , you'll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You'll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council's housing ambitions. Everything you need to know We're looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld. You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 - £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative. What you will be doing Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council's housing priorities. Developing and delivering the Council's Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies. Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations. Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants). Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need. Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators. Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group. Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners. What you will bring to the role Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups. Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement. Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents. Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms. A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives. Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money. A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance. What's in it for you We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation - our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing. Other benefits include: Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays) Additional leave after 5 years of service Extra Christmas closure day Hybrid working Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunities to join in with social activities Free parking Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service Find out more For an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on: Best chance of being shortlisted Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria. Closing date : 7th September 23:59 Interview date : 25th September Equal Opportunities Sevenoaks - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. How to apply Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing or contacting us on to discuss how we can assist you in applying. Further information on this vacancy Housing Policy Enforcement Manager
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for an Out of Hours Intervention Worker to play a pivotal role in our Criminal Justice Service in Streatham Sounds great, what will I be doing? Approved Premises (APs) work with high-risk people released from prison, providing a vital element in public protection arrangements. APs offer a level of contact, support and supervision within the community that is unique within the Criminal Justice System. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated, enthusiastic staff team at our male Approved Premises in Streatham, playing a key role in pro-social modelling, rehabilitation and community reintegration for those ready to make positive choices. Working closely with Probation Officers and other community services such as police, health, housing and substance misuse, we provide a stepping stone from prison into the community. A day in this role looks like . As an Out-of-Hours Intervention Worker at Hestia, you will play a crucial role in our Streatham Approved Premises. Your contributions will directly influence the lives of our service users, guiding them towards a path of empowerment and independence. A day will never look the same and some of the things you can expect to do/be responsible for are: Providing admin and other support to colleagues, particularly in relation to compiling documents relating to residents medication, curfews and sign-in registers. Completing welfare checks on residents in the Approved Premises. Ensuring timely and accurate recording of information on electronic databases, and completing tasks to a high standard. Following protocols, encouraging compliance with curfews/drug & alcohol testing, and liaising with partners including on-call manager, probation and police. Ensuring that colleagues, multi-agency partners and management are informed and updated on matters as is necessary for risk management and safeguarding duties. Actively monitoring and maintaining the health, safety, security, cleanliness and hygiene of the Approved Premises and the well-being of its occupants utilising information sharing, CCTV, direct observation, inspection, personal contact and other methods, as appropriate. Ensuring that all related administration is done in good time; that detailed, concise and accurate records are created contemporaneously, that information is shared appropriately, and that confidentiality is properly maintained. Using initiative to identify and deal with additional tasks or issues as they arise What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for Joining Hestia means more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. We offer a supportive, inclusive and resolution driven work environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of passion, expertise, and dedication to the table. To excel in this role, you should possess: The ability to work night shifts on weekdays and weekends Extensive experience working with vulnerable adults, particularly those involved in the Criminal Justice System, delivering meaningful interventions aimed at fostering positive behavioural change. Demonstrates strong understanding of offending behaviour, trauma, and safeguarding issues. Skilled in effective communication, boundary-setting, and pro-social engagement, with the ability to manage complex emotional and behavioural presentations. Capable of working collaboratively within a team, leading by example, and making informed decisions under pressure. Proficient in handling confidential information appropriately and using IT tools such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. Committed to personal development and optimistic about individuals' potential for change. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for an Out of Hours Intervention Worker to play a pivotal role in our Criminal Justice Service in Streatham Sounds great, what will I be doing? Approved Premises (APs) work with high-risk people released from prison, providing a vital element in public protection arrangements. APs offer a level of contact, support and supervision within the community that is unique within the Criminal Justice System. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated, enthusiastic staff team at our male Approved Premises in Streatham, playing a key role in pro-social modelling, rehabilitation and community reintegration for those ready to make positive choices. Working closely with Probation Officers and other community services such as police, health, housing and substance misuse, we provide a stepping stone from prison into the community. A day in this role looks like . As an Out-of-Hours Intervention Worker at Hestia, you will play a crucial role in our Streatham Approved Premises. Your contributions will directly influence the lives of our service users, guiding them towards a path of empowerment and independence. A day will never look the same and some of the things you can expect to do/be responsible for are: Providing admin and other support to colleagues, particularly in relation to compiling documents relating to residents medication, curfews and sign-in registers. Completing welfare checks on residents in the Approved Premises. Ensuring timely and accurate recording of information on electronic databases, and completing tasks to a high standard. Following protocols, encouraging compliance with curfews/drug & alcohol testing, and liaising with partners including on-call manager, probation and police. Ensuring that colleagues, multi-agency partners and management are informed and updated on matters as is necessary for risk management and safeguarding duties. Actively monitoring and maintaining the health, safety, security, cleanliness and hygiene of the Approved Premises and the well-being of its occupants utilising information sharing, CCTV, direct observation, inspection, personal contact and other methods, as appropriate. Ensuring that all related administration is done in good time; that detailed, concise and accurate records are created contemporaneously, that information is shared appropriately, and that confidentiality is properly maintained. Using initiative to identify and deal with additional tasks or issues as they arise What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for Joining Hestia means more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. We offer a supportive, inclusive and resolution driven work environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of passion, expertise, and dedication to the table. To excel in this role, you should possess: The ability to work night shifts on weekdays and weekends Extensive experience working with vulnerable adults, particularly those involved in the Criminal Justice System, delivering meaningful interventions aimed at fostering positive behavioural change. Demonstrates strong understanding of offending behaviour, trauma, and safeguarding issues. Skilled in effective communication, boundary-setting, and pro-social engagement, with the ability to manage complex emotional and behavioural presentations. Capable of working collaboratively within a team, leading by example, and making informed decisions under pressure. Proficient in handling confidential information appropriately and using IT tools such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. Committed to personal development and optimistic about individuals' potential for change. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Team Leader to join our Learning Disabilities service in Kent. £32,166.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert) Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply) Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. The Team Leader is responsible for the operational management of our specialist customer focused support services across the service. Working in partnership with stakeholders, external agencies and our Commissioning Team, you lead your Team to offer high quality support to customers who experience severe mental health diagnosis to maintain their tenancies and empower people to live their best lives and move to independence. This role deputises for the Deputy Contract Manager when required. The shift partner for this role is - Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. What you'll do: Service Management - Develop and promote key business relationships with stakeholders to achieve excellence in service delivery and maximise new business opportunities People Management - Lead and motivate your team to foster a forward thinking, positive "can do" working environment and culture - Deliver motivational and effective supervision and team meetings to empower staff with relevant information appropriate to their role. - Lead, coach and mentor staff to support career aspirations This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: - Ability to advocate for young people in different professional and community spaces - Values working collaboratively with young people to ensure the service best meets their needs. - An understanding of peoples' contexts and how this might be impacting them their lives and mental health - Cultural awareness and respect for the many different ways a person might make sense of their experiences and distress. - We welcome applications from people with lived experience of some of the challenges that this service aims to support with for example, mental health difficulties. - Plans and encourages involvement in local activities. - Approachable and open behaviour What you'll bring: Essential: Minimum 1 years experience of supporting vulnerable adults with Learning disabilities and Autism. GCSEs in English and Maths (grade A-C). Health and Social Care qualification Knowledge of Safeguarding and Mental Capacity processes Experience of leading and managing a team Desirable: PBS qualification NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification in Health and Social Care Up to date knowledge of current social care legislation Demonstrable experience of HR processes - Probation, Capability, Disciplinary. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see our website for full job description
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Team Leader to join our Learning Disabilities service in Kent. £32,166.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert) Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply) Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. The Team Leader is responsible for the operational management of our specialist customer focused support services across the service. Working in partnership with stakeholders, external agencies and our Commissioning Team, you lead your Team to offer high quality support to customers who experience severe mental health diagnosis to maintain their tenancies and empower people to live their best lives and move to independence. This role deputises for the Deputy Contract Manager when required. The shift partner for this role is - Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. What you'll do: Service Management - Develop and promote key business relationships with stakeholders to achieve excellence in service delivery and maximise new business opportunities People Management - Lead and motivate your team to foster a forward thinking, positive "can do" working environment and culture - Deliver motivational and effective supervision and team meetings to empower staff with relevant information appropriate to their role. - Lead, coach and mentor staff to support career aspirations This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: - Ability to advocate for young people in different professional and community spaces - Values working collaboratively with young people to ensure the service best meets their needs. - An understanding of peoples' contexts and how this might be impacting them their lives and mental health - Cultural awareness and respect for the many different ways a person might make sense of their experiences and distress. - We welcome applications from people with lived experience of some of the challenges that this service aims to support with for example, mental health difficulties. - Plans and encourages involvement in local activities. - Approachable and open behaviour What you'll bring: Essential: Minimum 1 years experience of supporting vulnerable adults with Learning disabilities and Autism. GCSEs in English and Maths (grade A-C). Health and Social Care qualification Knowledge of Safeguarding and Mental Capacity processes Experience of leading and managing a team Desirable: PBS qualification NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification in Health and Social Care Up to date knowledge of current social care legislation Demonstrable experience of HR processes - Probation, Capability, Disciplinary. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see our website for full job description
Authentication failed, please verify that you entered the correct authentication credentials. Password reset link will be sent to your email address. Save your favourite developments and properties View your recent searches and viewing history Use our online mortgage and Help to Buy calculator Access your home information once reserved Keepmoat Homes is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Our investment and participation helps transform communities and improves the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise in all aspects of housing - from finance, design and planning, to developing and building. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work with local communities to make sure that our plans meet their needs. Main purpose of the role We have an exciting opportunity for a HR Manager/HR Business Partner to join us, working to support the management teams at all levels in our Yorkshire East region and our Central Services (Head Office) functions. The main base of the role will be at our head office at Lakeside, Doncaster, with travel to sites within the Yorkshire East region where required. Reporting into the Head of HR Operations, the HR Manager will also support the senior HR team with the design and delivery of the People Strategy, driving the people agenda and leading on the implementation of group initiatives and projects. The successful candidate will support attraction, development, and retention initiatives within their designated areas of responsibility. They will lead in the resolution of complex or highly sensitive employee relations cases and will be responsible for embedding a consistent approach to the HR practices across the business. HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for someone who fits with our core values here at Keepmoat; they will be passionate about providing an excellent HR service, with the confidence, judgement, and objectivity to be able to work with senior leaders and challenge where appropriate. They will be collaborative with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, whilst acting with discretion and diplomacy. They will be creative with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances, whilst making controlled responses in potentially pressurised situations. The ideal candidate will have a straightforward approach, commercially focussed, with the ability to manage upwards. The successful candidate will be a strong HR generalist, with proven business partnering experience and ideally with multi-site experience at a similar level. They will need to be confident in managing employee relations and have a thorough understanding of employment law, with up-to-date knowledge of leading HR thinking and practice. A full UK driving licence is required due to the travel required within the role. If this sounds like you, please apply now. As the above is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, for more information including a full job description and person specification, please contact emailprotected . Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers. Competitive rates of pay - We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year. Bonus Scheme - Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance. Special offers for staff - We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out. Trust - We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us. Development - we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career. Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It's about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It's important to us to do a good job. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don't offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers' needs. Reference: KMH/CN/1792 Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Doncaster, DN5 4PL Employer: Keepmoat Homes, Central Services Job type: Full Time, Permanent Closing date: 05/08/2025 Do you hold right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship? Where did you hear about this role? Your preferences To be the first to hear about new developments and releases, special offers and exclusive events, please select your marketing preferences below. We will treat your data with respect and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can read our privacy notice here . Please select your marketing preferences: To be the first to hear about new developments and releases, special offers and exclusive events, please select your marketing preferences below. We will treat your data with respect and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can read our privacy notice here . Please select your marketing preferences: Email Telephone SMS The Waterfront, Lakeside Boulevard, Doncaster DN4 5PL
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Authentication failed, please verify that you entered the correct authentication credentials. Password reset link will be sent to your email address. Save your favourite developments and properties View your recent searches and viewing history Use our online mortgage and Help to Buy calculator Access your home information once reserved Keepmoat Homes is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Our investment and participation helps transform communities and improves the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise in all aspects of housing - from finance, design and planning, to developing and building. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work with local communities to make sure that our plans meet their needs. Main purpose of the role We have an exciting opportunity for a HR Manager/HR Business Partner to join us, working to support the management teams at all levels in our Yorkshire East region and our Central Services (Head Office) functions. The main base of the role will be at our head office at Lakeside, Doncaster, with travel to sites within the Yorkshire East region where required. Reporting into the Head of HR Operations, the HR Manager will also support the senior HR team with the design and delivery of the People Strategy, driving the people agenda and leading on the implementation of group initiatives and projects. The successful candidate will support attraction, development, and retention initiatives within their designated areas of responsibility. They will lead in the resolution of complex or highly sensitive employee relations cases and will be responsible for embedding a consistent approach to the HR practices across the business. HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for someone who fits with our core values here at Keepmoat; they will be passionate about providing an excellent HR service, with the confidence, judgement, and objectivity to be able to work with senior leaders and challenge where appropriate. They will be collaborative with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, whilst acting with discretion and diplomacy. They will be creative with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances, whilst making controlled responses in potentially pressurised situations. The ideal candidate will have a straightforward approach, commercially focussed, with the ability to manage upwards. The successful candidate will be a strong HR generalist, with proven business partnering experience and ideally with multi-site experience at a similar level. They will need to be confident in managing employee relations and have a thorough understanding of employment law, with up-to-date knowledge of leading HR thinking and practice. A full UK driving licence is required due to the travel required within the role. If this sounds like you, please apply now. As the above is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, for more information including a full job description and person specification, please contact emailprotected . Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers. Competitive rates of pay - We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year. Bonus Scheme - Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance. Special offers for staff - We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out. Trust - We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us. Development - we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career. Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It's about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It's important to us to do a good job. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don't offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers' needs. Reference: KMH/CN/1792 Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Doncaster, DN5 4PL Employer: Keepmoat Homes, Central Services Job type: Full Time, Permanent Closing date: 05/08/2025 Do you hold right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship? Where did you hear about this role? 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The Vacancy Due to continued success and growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join our Planned Maintenance team in the North West Leicester area. This role is pivotal in delivering decarbonisation and net zero retrofit projects across our social housing portfolio. About the Role As Site Manager, you will lead the safe and efficient delivery of planned works, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with our supply chain and client stakeholders to deliver sustainable outcomes that align with our net zero ambitions. Key Responsibilities Lead site operations for planned maintenance and retrofit projects. Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to meet programme milestones. Monitor and report on progress, risks, and opportunities. Champion net zero delivery, including fabric-first and low-carbon technologies. Support resident engagement and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. What We're Looking For Proven experience managing planned works in the social housing sector. Demonstrable knowledge of net zero retrofit or decarbonisation projects. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project reporting tools. SMSTS, First Aid, and relevant construction qualifications. What We Offer At Wates Property Services, we believe in rewarding our people. Our benefits include: Competitive salary with performance-related reviews Private medical insurance and wellness programmes. ️ 26 days holiday plus bank holidays. Industry-leading family leave : 26 weeks fully paid maternity and up to 12 weeks fully paid paternity leave. Learning and development opportunities to support your career growth. Pension scheme and flexible benefits platform . Recognition as a Committed to Equality (C2E) and Investors in People (Gold) employer . Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy Due to continued success and growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join our Planned Maintenance team in the North West Leicester area. This role is pivotal in delivering decarbonisation and net zero retrofit projects across our social housing portfolio. About the Role As Site Manager, you will lead the safe and efficient delivery of planned works, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with our supply chain and client stakeholders to deliver sustainable outcomes that align with our net zero ambitions. Key Responsibilities Lead site operations for planned maintenance and retrofit projects. Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to meet programme milestones. Monitor and report on progress, risks, and opportunities. Champion net zero delivery, including fabric-first and low-carbon technologies. Support resident engagement and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. What We're Looking For Proven experience managing planned works in the social housing sector. Demonstrable knowledge of net zero retrofit or decarbonisation projects. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project reporting tools. SMSTS, First Aid, and relevant construction qualifications. What We Offer At Wates Property Services, we believe in rewarding our people. Our benefits include: Competitive salary with performance-related reviews Private medical insurance and wellness programmes. ️ 26 days holiday plus bank holidays. Industry-leading family leave : 26 weeks fully paid maternity and up to 12 weeks fully paid paternity leave. Learning and development opportunities to support your career growth. Pension scheme and flexible benefits platform . Recognition as a Committed to Equality (C2E) and Investors in People (Gold) employer . Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.
The Vacancy ️ Project Surveyor - WPS Housing Maintenance (Redditch Area) We're looking for a driven and commercially minded Project Surveyor to join our WPS Planned Maintenance team, supporting our social housing contracts in the Redditch area . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-impact projects that improve homes and communities-while growing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. What You'll Be Doing: As a Project Surveyor, you'll take ownership of both pre- and post-contract commercial activities, including: Driving project team performance and ensuring contractual obligations are met. Producing and submitting monthly CVRs and progress reports. Managing external valuations and cash flow to maximise project value. Supporting the Commercial Manager with final accounts and subcontractor agreements. Overseeing procurement, valuations, instructions, and ensuring compliance with H&S processes. What You'll Bring: We're looking for someone who: Has strong commercial acumen and experience in cost control, value recovery, and cash management. Understands financial reporting and final accounts. Has experience in social housing retrofit -SHDF knowledge is a bonus, but not essential. Is a confident communicator who can build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and the supply chain. Is passionate about leading and developing commercial site teams. Why Join Us? At Wates, we're committed to creating places that work for everyone. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement-while making a real difference in the communities we serve. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting Interested? A member of the Recruitment Team will then be in touch to guide you through the next steps. Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy ️ Project Surveyor - WPS Housing Maintenance (Redditch Area) We're looking for a driven and commercially minded Project Surveyor to join our WPS Planned Maintenance team, supporting our social housing contracts in the Redditch area . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-impact projects that improve homes and communities-while growing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. What You'll Be Doing: As a Project Surveyor, you'll take ownership of both pre- and post-contract commercial activities, including: Driving project team performance and ensuring contractual obligations are met. Producing and submitting monthly CVRs and progress reports. Managing external valuations and cash flow to maximise project value. Supporting the Commercial Manager with final accounts and subcontractor agreements. Overseeing procurement, valuations, instructions, and ensuring compliance with H&S processes. What You'll Bring: We're looking for someone who: Has strong commercial acumen and experience in cost control, value recovery, and cash management. Understands financial reporting and final accounts. Has experience in social housing retrofit -SHDF knowledge is a bonus, but not essential. Is a confident communicator who can build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and the supply chain. Is passionate about leading and developing commercial site teams. Why Join Us? At Wates, we're committed to creating places that work for everyone. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement-while making a real difference in the communities we serve. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting Interested? A member of the Recruitment Team will then be in touch to guide you through the next steps. Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.
ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA
Kensington And Chelsea, London
Use your expertise to shape smarter digital services, delivering better housing for our community. In this role, you'll get stuck in with designing and building the CRM tools that sit behind vital housing services. It's technical work with a real-world impact - helping us improve outcomes for our residents and deliver on our wider ambitions as a council. Working Style: You'll be based in the Borough for 3 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: As a Senior CRM Developer, you'll be part of an agile ICT team, helping to shape how we use Microsoft Dynamics 365 to improve housing services across the borough. From designing and building workflows to leading technical input on new features and integrations, you'll be hands-on in the detail while also guiding broader development strategies. You'll work closely with the Senior Applications Manager to keep projects aligned with our goals, review code from colleagues, and support junior developers. Whether you're refining user journeys, troubleshooting system issues, or planning major upgrades, your work will directly improve how residents access and experience council services. You'll also contribute to our digital transformation, focusing on automation, integration and smarter use of the Power Platform. This is a role where you'll need to juggle priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You'll help drive technical decisions and translate complex ideas into practical solutions that make life better for our residents and smoother for our staff. For further details, please review the Job Description and Person Specification. What you'll bring You'll be confident designing and building within Microsoft Dynamics 365 - including workflows, APIs, and integrations - and have experience using tools like Azure DevOps and Power Platform. You'll understand how to troubleshoot, maintain, and develop CRM environments, and bring strong coding skills in C#, JavaScript and HTML, alongside a working knowledge of Azure Functions and web services. You'll be Microsoft certified (Customer Service Functional Consultant Associate or similar) and comfortable mentoring others, leading by example and helping the team grow. Ideally, you'll have worked in housing or a public sector setting, and you'll understand how technology needs to support both front-line services and organisational priorities. We're looking for someone proactive and curious - a natural problem-solver who can work autonomously, make sound technical decisions, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll be part of a collaborative ICT team that's committed to building modern, effective systems that make a difference. There's scope to shape how we work, contribute to high-profile transformation projects, and stay hands-on with the latest Microsoft tools. Whether it's Azure, Dynamics or Power Platform, you'll have space to learn, lead and grow - all while building services that directly benefit thousands of residents. 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, your expertise helps us deliver on that promise - by building better systems that make our housing services more accessible, responsive and effective for everyone. Interview Details Interviews will be held on week commending 15th September 2025 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. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. 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.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Use your expertise to shape smarter digital services, delivering better housing for our community. In this role, you'll get stuck in with designing and building the CRM tools that sit behind vital housing services. It's technical work with a real-world impact - helping us improve outcomes for our residents and deliver on our wider ambitions as a council. Working Style: You'll be based in the Borough for 3 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: As a Senior CRM Developer, you'll be part of an agile ICT team, helping to shape how we use Microsoft Dynamics 365 to improve housing services across the borough. From designing and building workflows to leading technical input on new features and integrations, you'll be hands-on in the detail while also guiding broader development strategies. You'll work closely with the Senior Applications Manager to keep projects aligned with our goals, review code from colleagues, and support junior developers. Whether you're refining user journeys, troubleshooting system issues, or planning major upgrades, your work will directly improve how residents access and experience council services. You'll also contribute to our digital transformation, focusing on automation, integration and smarter use of the Power Platform. This is a role where you'll need to juggle priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You'll help drive technical decisions and translate complex ideas into practical solutions that make life better for our residents and smoother for our staff. For further details, please review the Job Description and Person Specification. What you'll bring You'll be confident designing and building within Microsoft Dynamics 365 - including workflows, APIs, and integrations - and have experience using tools like Azure DevOps and Power Platform. You'll understand how to troubleshoot, maintain, and develop CRM environments, and bring strong coding skills in C#, JavaScript and HTML, alongside a working knowledge of Azure Functions and web services. You'll be Microsoft certified (Customer Service Functional Consultant Associate or similar) and comfortable mentoring others, leading by example and helping the team grow. Ideally, you'll have worked in housing or a public sector setting, and you'll understand how technology needs to support both front-line services and organisational priorities. We're looking for someone proactive and curious - a natural problem-solver who can work autonomously, make sound technical decisions, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll be part of a collaborative ICT team that's committed to building modern, effective systems that make a difference. There's scope to shape how we work, contribute to high-profile transformation projects, and stay hands-on with the latest Microsoft tools. Whether it's Azure, Dynamics or Power Platform, you'll have space to learn, lead and grow - all while building services that directly benefit thousands of residents. 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, your expertise helps us deliver on that promise - by building better systems that make our housing services more accessible, responsive and effective for everyone. Interview Details Interviews will be held on week commending 15th September 2025 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. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. 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.
The Vacancy We have an opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor to join our Planned team in the East Midlands area. Reporting into the Commercial Manager, you will be expected to take accountability for the development, implementation of all pre and post contract strategies, commercial functions and contract reporting. Working closely with one of our social housing partners on a planned elemental replacement framework project so ideally, we are looking for people with experience of this. Key Accountabilities include: Contribute to project commercial strategies and take ownership for own subcontract packages Conduct site visits, take measurements of works required and price up scoping documents with the schedule of rates as agreed with the client Work with the commercial and operations teams to procure the works packages in a timely manner including producing a procurement programme Make good quality decisions and understand the importance of making profit and maximising opportunities To be successful in this role you will be a qualified and experienced surveyor with a good work ethic and a confident communicator, able to demonstrate the ability to form and develop relationships with all stakeholders. Ideally you will have experience within social housing/ working within a main contractor however this is not a must. Ideally you will have experience of working on planned elemental replacement frameworks. Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy We have an opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor to join our Planned team in the East Midlands area. Reporting into the Commercial Manager, you will be expected to take accountability for the development, implementation of all pre and post contract strategies, commercial functions and contract reporting. Working closely with one of our social housing partners on a planned elemental replacement framework project so ideally, we are looking for people with experience of this. Key Accountabilities include: Contribute to project commercial strategies and take ownership for own subcontract packages Conduct site visits, take measurements of works required and price up scoping documents with the schedule of rates as agreed with the client Work with the commercial and operations teams to procure the works packages in a timely manner including producing a procurement programme Make good quality decisions and understand the importance of making profit and maximising opportunities To be successful in this role you will be a qualified and experienced surveyor with a good work ethic and a confident communicator, able to demonstrate the ability to form and develop relationships with all stakeholders. Ideally you will have experience within social housing/ working within a main contractor however this is not a must. Ideally you will have experience of working on planned elemental replacement frameworks. Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.
Night Concierge We have a new role available for a Night Concierge, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the service s clients. Position: Night Concierge Location: Wallsend, Tyne and Wear Contract : Permanent Hours: 37.5 Hours Salary: £23,400 per annum plus pension & other benefits Closing Date: 17th August 2025 About the Role To work as part of a team that delivers an assessment, support and move on service to vulnerable clients in supported or community-based accommodation. Our work is underpinned by the Endeavour model of assets-based, psychologically informed delivery. The aim of this is to ensure that every client leaves the service with the skills and resilience to be confident and self-determining in their lives. Working under the direction, guidance and support of a manager/senior worker you will be responsible for managing the building to ensure that the accommodation provided to the clients is safe and secure through the provision of overnight concierge service, security and door control. This includes controlling access to buildings, being the first point of contact for all emergencies and carrying out Health and Safety checks and cleaning. Key responsibilities include: You will always ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients in the service possible including using Safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable. You will provide a basic first contact advice response and security service at night to clients living in the property and/or in dispersed accommodation linked to the service You will be the first point of contact for visitors, contractors or services visiting the building at night You will be responsible for maintaining Health and Safety standards on the premises and a point of information for clients regarding Health and Safety at night You will actively ensure the security of the building through regular checks, and monitoring. About You You will need to have the following skills and experience: An understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health, substance use or care leavers. Experience in managing the overnight safety of vulnerable clients preferably in supported housing. Good written and spoken communication skills to ensure the accurate handover of information both verbally and in writing between shifts. Experience in undertaking basic maintenance and/or delivering cleaning services. Commitment to promoting an environment, which has the highest regard for the Health and Safety of others. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures. Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one, suffers from discrimination. Personal and professional integrity. High-level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain boundaries. Ability to work collaboratively. In return for working here, you will receive: A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role Flexible working model for suitable roles. 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service. Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave. Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice. Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more. Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More Death in service (4x Base salary) Legal Advice line About the Organisation The charity delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. They specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those they work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities they work within. The organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes. You may have experience in areas such as: Night Porter, Night Receptionist, Night Guest Services Associate, Night Security Concierge, Night Shift Front Desk Agent, Night Duty Manager, Night Shift Lobby Attendant, Night Shift Guest Relations, Evening Concierge, Overnight Concierge, Night Hotel Attendant, Night time Customer Service Representative etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Night Concierge We have a new role available for a Night Concierge, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the service s clients. Position: Night Concierge Location: Wallsend, Tyne and Wear Contract : Permanent Hours: 37.5 Hours Salary: £23,400 per annum plus pension & other benefits Closing Date: 17th August 2025 About the Role To work as part of a team that delivers an assessment, support and move on service to vulnerable clients in supported or community-based accommodation. Our work is underpinned by the Endeavour model of assets-based, psychologically informed delivery. The aim of this is to ensure that every client leaves the service with the skills and resilience to be confident and self-determining in their lives. Working under the direction, guidance and support of a manager/senior worker you will be responsible for managing the building to ensure that the accommodation provided to the clients is safe and secure through the provision of overnight concierge service, security and door control. This includes controlling access to buildings, being the first point of contact for all emergencies and carrying out Health and Safety checks and cleaning. Key responsibilities include: You will always ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients in the service possible including using Safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable. You will provide a basic first contact advice response and security service at night to clients living in the property and/or in dispersed accommodation linked to the service You will be the first point of contact for visitors, contractors or services visiting the building at night You will be responsible for maintaining Health and Safety standards on the premises and a point of information for clients regarding Health and Safety at night You will actively ensure the security of the building through regular checks, and monitoring. About You You will need to have the following skills and experience: An understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health, substance use or care leavers. Experience in managing the overnight safety of vulnerable clients preferably in supported housing. Good written and spoken communication skills to ensure the accurate handover of information both verbally and in writing between shifts. Experience in undertaking basic maintenance and/or delivering cleaning services. Commitment to promoting an environment, which has the highest regard for the Health and Safety of others. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures. Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one, suffers from discrimination. Personal and professional integrity. High-level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain boundaries. Ability to work collaboratively. In return for working here, you will receive: A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role Flexible working model for suitable roles. 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service. Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave. Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice. Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more. Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More Death in service (4x Base salary) Legal Advice line About the Organisation The charity delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. They specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those they work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities they work within. The organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes. You may have experience in areas such as: Night Porter, Night Receptionist, Night Guest Services Associate, Night Security Concierge, Night Shift Front Desk Agent, Night Duty Manager, Night Shift Lobby Attendant, Night Shift Guest Relations, Evening Concierge, Overnight Concierge, Night Hotel Attendant, Night time Customer Service Representative etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Job Title : Senior Building Surveyor (Qualified) Hours: 35 hours (full time) Location: ISHA, 102 Blackstock Road, Finsbury Park, N4 2DR Salary: £56,195 per annum Contract: Permanent This role is based at our Head Office but there is some flexibility to work in a hybrid way if preferred. Requirements Are you a qualified Building Surveyor who cares as much about people as you do about properties? Do you believe that everyone deserves a safe, warm, and well-maintained home? If so, you might be just the person we need. We re on the lookout for a Senior Building Surveyor who's ready to roll up their sleeves, dive into projects, and a person who enjoys collaborating with colleagues. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualitied Surveyor to join our Assets and Repairs Team that makes up one element of the wider Housing and Neighbourhoods directorate. The team is led by an Assets and Repairs Manager with a small team of Repairs and Maintenance Advisers, a Disrepair Coordinator, two Surveyors and a Senior Building Surveyor. Whilst we may be small, we re perfectly formed. It s an interesting and varied role for someone with a passion for keeping homes safe, decent, and future-proof whether that means identifying structural issues, managing planned maintenance, or working with residents to make sure they feel heard and respected. It s important to us that you re someone who keeps residents, and their homes, at the heart of your work. There s a lot of positive changes happening at ISHA, and within our team, so now is a great time to join so you can be involved, have influence over those changes, and see the beneficial impact they will have over the next 12 months. There are plenty of opportunities for you to shape this into a role you ll love. This role will suit you if you have an eye for detail, a head for problem-solving, and ideally, a sense of humour because we promise there will be blocked drains, pressing deadlines for report submissions, and occasional out of hours work to deal with resident emergencies. You need to be ready for anything, which means working flexibility to find solutions, alongside facilitating the delivery of excellent repairs, voids and planned works. We re not just looking for a surveyor. We re looking for someone who sees the bigger picture and wants to be part of it. Some key responsibilities include: Supporting Building Surveyors with problematic jobs to ensure a successful outcome. Ownership and responsibility for service-related complaints, disrepair cases or queries from customers ensuring that the customer experience is positive, professional and within set timescales. Authorising works and approve payments ensuring suppliers are paid in accordance with terms of contracts. Resolve disputes and queries promptly and ensure ISHA s interests are always protected. Carrying out post-works inspections on a proportion of completed works to assess quality of work, value for money and tenant satisfaction. Don t feel you meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. At ISHA, we are dedicated to building an inclusive workforce, so if you re excited by this role but your experience doesn t quite align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You just might be the right candidate for this, or other roles, because of your transferable skills. About ISHA We are a small but ambitious housing association at a critical juncture. Our ambition is for the communities we are anchored in and exist to serve, and we have done and achieved much over the past few years. But in these challenging times we know we ll achieve nothing unless we are equally ambitious for own our people. Our values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our actions. We strive to build a more diverse organisation, where everyone feels empowered to bring, and be, their best self to work. We can t be a brilliant landlord if we don t partner with brilliant colleagues. Could you be one of them and be trusted to make the difference? If this sounds exciting, we want you on our team. Please do apply. Staff Benefits We ll offer you a generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer matched contributions and a death in service benefit), 29 days annual leave (increasing after five years service), eye care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme and other great benefits (see attached). We have an evolving wellbeing offer, that is being developed following employee feedback, and we will invest in your professional development with on-going training and career development opportunities. Inclusion and Diversity We want ISHA to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBTQ+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that passionate commitment to customers, respect for everyone, pride in Team ISHA and trusted to make the difference remains at the heart of everything we do. Deadline: 12:00pm 25 August 2025 Interview: To be confirmed. Interested? Please click the apply button. You will then be redirected to our website where you can find out more information and complete your application. Once you have landed on our website, you will need to do the following in order to apply for this role: Application Process Please apply with your CV and a covering letter telling us: - (a) After reading the job description and person spec, why you feel you are a great fit, and how your experience matches the skills and requirements of the role? (b) About one challenge (ideally work related) that you have had, how you managed it, and what did you learn? (c) What you enjoy most about working in income related environment or where you have delivered excellent customer service. (d) When completing multiple tasks with competing deadlines, how do you prioritise? (e) Anything else you want us to know about you. Please note: We can only be able to accept applications from candidates with eligibility to currently work in the UK. Applications sent without a covering letter will not be accepted. Asking for adjustments ISHA is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview, or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us. No agencies please.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title : Senior Building Surveyor (Qualified) Hours: 35 hours (full time) Location: ISHA, 102 Blackstock Road, Finsbury Park, N4 2DR Salary: £56,195 per annum Contract: Permanent This role is based at our Head Office but there is some flexibility to work in a hybrid way if preferred. Requirements Are you a qualified Building Surveyor who cares as much about people as you do about properties? Do you believe that everyone deserves a safe, warm, and well-maintained home? If so, you might be just the person we need. We re on the lookout for a Senior Building Surveyor who's ready to roll up their sleeves, dive into projects, and a person who enjoys collaborating with colleagues. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualitied Surveyor to join our Assets and Repairs Team that makes up one element of the wider Housing and Neighbourhoods directorate. The team is led by an Assets and Repairs Manager with a small team of Repairs and Maintenance Advisers, a Disrepair Coordinator, two Surveyors and a Senior Building Surveyor. Whilst we may be small, we re perfectly formed. It s an interesting and varied role for someone with a passion for keeping homes safe, decent, and future-proof whether that means identifying structural issues, managing planned maintenance, or working with residents to make sure they feel heard and respected. It s important to us that you re someone who keeps residents, and their homes, at the heart of your work. There s a lot of positive changes happening at ISHA, and within our team, so now is a great time to join so you can be involved, have influence over those changes, and see the beneficial impact they will have over the next 12 months. There are plenty of opportunities for you to shape this into a role you ll love. This role will suit you if you have an eye for detail, a head for problem-solving, and ideally, a sense of humour because we promise there will be blocked drains, pressing deadlines for report submissions, and occasional out of hours work to deal with resident emergencies. You need to be ready for anything, which means working flexibility to find solutions, alongside facilitating the delivery of excellent repairs, voids and planned works. We re not just looking for a surveyor. We re looking for someone who sees the bigger picture and wants to be part of it. Some key responsibilities include: Supporting Building Surveyors with problematic jobs to ensure a successful outcome. Ownership and responsibility for service-related complaints, disrepair cases or queries from customers ensuring that the customer experience is positive, professional and within set timescales. Authorising works and approve payments ensuring suppliers are paid in accordance with terms of contracts. Resolve disputes and queries promptly and ensure ISHA s interests are always protected. Carrying out post-works inspections on a proportion of completed works to assess quality of work, value for money and tenant satisfaction. Don t feel you meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. At ISHA, we are dedicated to building an inclusive workforce, so if you re excited by this role but your experience doesn t quite align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You just might be the right candidate for this, or other roles, because of your transferable skills. About ISHA We are a small but ambitious housing association at a critical juncture. Our ambition is for the communities we are anchored in and exist to serve, and we have done and achieved much over the past few years. But in these challenging times we know we ll achieve nothing unless we are equally ambitious for own our people. Our values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our actions. We strive to build a more diverse organisation, where everyone feels empowered to bring, and be, their best self to work. We can t be a brilliant landlord if we don t partner with brilliant colleagues. Could you be one of them and be trusted to make the difference? If this sounds exciting, we want you on our team. Please do apply. Staff Benefits We ll offer you a generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer matched contributions and a death in service benefit), 29 days annual leave (increasing after five years service), eye care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme and other great benefits (see attached). We have an evolving wellbeing offer, that is being developed following employee feedback, and we will invest in your professional development with on-going training and career development opportunities. Inclusion and Diversity We want ISHA to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBTQ+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that passionate commitment to customers, respect for everyone, pride in Team ISHA and trusted to make the difference remains at the heart of everything we do. Deadline: 12:00pm 25 August 2025 Interview: To be confirmed. Interested? Please click the apply button. You will then be redirected to our website where you can find out more information and complete your application. Once you have landed on our website, you will need to do the following in order to apply for this role: Application Process Please apply with your CV and a covering letter telling us: - (a) After reading the job description and person spec, why you feel you are a great fit, and how your experience matches the skills and requirements of the role? (b) About one challenge (ideally work related) that you have had, how you managed it, and what did you learn? (c) What you enjoy most about working in income related environment or where you have delivered excellent customer service. (d) When completing multiple tasks with competing deadlines, how do you prioritise? (e) Anything else you want us to know about you. Please note: We can only be able to accept applications from candidates with eligibility to currently work in the UK. Applications sent without a covering letter will not be accepted. Asking for adjustments ISHA is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview, or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us. No agencies please.
We re Morden College: an almshouse charity with a proud 330-year history and a big vision for the future. We provide homes, care, and support for over 250 older people across two lovely sites in Blackheath and Beckenham, helping our residents lead independent, connected, and fulfilling lives. We're entering an exciting new phase, with a fresh strategy focused on excellent housing, high quality services, and thriving communities. Our team of passionate Chefs prepare delicious meals using excellent quality of nutritious fresh food for our colleagues, our Residents and their families. Our 60 seats cover Café is located within the John Morden Centre, which is a vibrant space where people meet, eat, take part to fun events, develop and enjoy a variety of interesting hobbies. Our Chefs also provide our Care Home Residents with a personalised service that caters for a variety of dietary needs ensuring that our Residents have access to a healthy and balanced diet all year round. JOB PURPOSE Prepare, cook and present food safely and efficiently using high quality ingredients according to the College standards, health and safety and food hygiene practices. Work collaboratively with other Chefs and contribute with new ideas to support the Catering Manager in the creation of new dishes and update of seasonal menus. Contribute to create a safe and fun work environment. KEY RESPONSIBILTIES AND DUTIES Always ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and back of house areas Ensure that the equipment is clean and safe to use Regularly check inventory levels Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use Cook healthy and nutritious dishes in accordance with our menus Adapt recipes to cater for special dietary requirements where needed Complete all appropriate company documentation, due diligence records and key tasks during your shift Comply with statutory and organisational requirements including but not limited to Health and Safety, Food Safety and Fire Safety Keep wastage to a minimum and ensure that wastage recording procedures are followed Deal with deliveries and report any loss or damages to the Manager or Supervisor on duty Work safely with kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to the Manager or Supervisor on duty Keep knowledge up to date by completing mandatory and CPD training online and/or face-to-face Adhere to the College standards, policies and procedures Carry out management team requests and instructions SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Proven experience in a similar role or food production operation Level 3 Food Safety certificate First Aid certificate (desirable) Environmental awareness (desirable) Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills Excellent organizational and time-management skills Ability to motivate and inspire others Ability to work well under pressure and remain level-headed during busy times Located within commutable distance to Morden College Menu planning and food service development (desirable)
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We re Morden College: an almshouse charity with a proud 330-year history and a big vision for the future. We provide homes, care, and support for over 250 older people across two lovely sites in Blackheath and Beckenham, helping our residents lead independent, connected, and fulfilling lives. We're entering an exciting new phase, with a fresh strategy focused on excellent housing, high quality services, and thriving communities. Our team of passionate Chefs prepare delicious meals using excellent quality of nutritious fresh food for our colleagues, our Residents and their families. Our 60 seats cover Café is located within the John Morden Centre, which is a vibrant space where people meet, eat, take part to fun events, develop and enjoy a variety of interesting hobbies. Our Chefs also provide our Care Home Residents with a personalised service that caters for a variety of dietary needs ensuring that our Residents have access to a healthy and balanced diet all year round. JOB PURPOSE Prepare, cook and present food safely and efficiently using high quality ingredients according to the College standards, health and safety and food hygiene practices. Work collaboratively with other Chefs and contribute with new ideas to support the Catering Manager in the creation of new dishes and update of seasonal menus. Contribute to create a safe and fun work environment. KEY RESPONSIBILTIES AND DUTIES Always ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and back of house areas Ensure that the equipment is clean and safe to use Regularly check inventory levels Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use Cook healthy and nutritious dishes in accordance with our menus Adapt recipes to cater for special dietary requirements where needed Complete all appropriate company documentation, due diligence records and key tasks during your shift Comply with statutory and organisational requirements including but not limited to Health and Safety, Food Safety and Fire Safety Keep wastage to a minimum and ensure that wastage recording procedures are followed Deal with deliveries and report any loss or damages to the Manager or Supervisor on duty Work safely with kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to the Manager or Supervisor on duty Keep knowledge up to date by completing mandatory and CPD training online and/or face-to-face Adhere to the College standards, policies and procedures Carry out management team requests and instructions SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Proven experience in a similar role or food production operation Level 3 Food Safety certificate First Aid certificate (desirable) Environmental awareness (desirable) Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills Excellent organizational and time-management skills Ability to motivate and inspire others Ability to work well under pressure and remain level-headed during busy times Located within commutable distance to Morden College Menu planning and food service development (desirable)
We re Morden College: an almshouse charity with a proud 330-year history and a big vision for the future. We provide homes, care, and support for over 250 older people across two lovely sites in Blackheath and Beckenham, helping our residents lead independent, connected, and fulfilling lives. We're entering an exciting new phase, with a fresh strategy focused on excellent housing, high quality services, and thriving communities. Job Summary/Purpose: Assisting the Gardens Manager in ensuring that Morden College gardens and grounds at Blackheath and at Beckenham are maintained as safe and appealing external spaces and to promote resident wellbeing by supporting hands on gardening activities. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Mowing, using all types of mowers, including ride-on mowers. Edging, trimming and maintaining lawns. Scarifying and spiking of lawns. Maintenance of fine turf areas including sports areas (including hammers and putting). Application of lawn fertilisers, use of hosepipes and sprinklers, watering of pots and urns. Planting and maintaining seasonal bedding, planting and maintaining shrubs and trees, pruning of fruit trees and shrubs, propagation of hard wood cuttings and potting up. Rose pruning and application of rose fertilisers, removing epicormic shoots from trees. Leaf clearing, using leaf blowers or rakes/brooms, make and apply compost. Application of rock salt or other specified materials and clearing snow and ice from pathways and roadways. The mixing and application of chemical sprays. Hedge trimming using both manual and power assisted equipment, single/double digging of areas both manually and using a rotavator. Carrying out soft landscaping. Carrying out basic brick edging, laying of slabs and timber and metal edging. Labelling and sign writing. Cleaning and maintaining horticultural machinery and hand tools, tidying up Grounds Department sheds, storage and compost areas, loading and unloading of skips, containers or other delivery vehicles, maintaining garden furniture and garden features, including, cleaning and the application of preservatives. Skills, Qualifications and Experience C&G Stage 2 Amenity Horticulture or RHS Certificate Horticulture Level 2 Practical and Theory or NVQ Level 3 Amenity Horticulture A minimum of 3 years practical experience in horticulture Chain saw certificate Mixing and use of chemicals certificate Spraying certificate H&S certificate Horticulture Grounds maintenance Use of Machinery Soft landscaping Garden Planning Forward Planning skills
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We re Morden College: an almshouse charity with a proud 330-year history and a big vision for the future. We provide homes, care, and support for over 250 older people across two lovely sites in Blackheath and Beckenham, helping our residents lead independent, connected, and fulfilling lives. We're entering an exciting new phase, with a fresh strategy focused on excellent housing, high quality services, and thriving communities. Job Summary/Purpose: Assisting the Gardens Manager in ensuring that Morden College gardens and grounds at Blackheath and at Beckenham are maintained as safe and appealing external spaces and to promote resident wellbeing by supporting hands on gardening activities. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Mowing, using all types of mowers, including ride-on mowers. Edging, trimming and maintaining lawns. Scarifying and spiking of lawns. Maintenance of fine turf areas including sports areas (including hammers and putting). Application of lawn fertilisers, use of hosepipes and sprinklers, watering of pots and urns. Planting and maintaining seasonal bedding, planting and maintaining shrubs and trees, pruning of fruit trees and shrubs, propagation of hard wood cuttings and potting up. Rose pruning and application of rose fertilisers, removing epicormic shoots from trees. Leaf clearing, using leaf blowers or rakes/brooms, make and apply compost. Application of rock salt or other specified materials and clearing snow and ice from pathways and roadways. The mixing and application of chemical sprays. Hedge trimming using both manual and power assisted equipment, single/double digging of areas both manually and using a rotavator. Carrying out soft landscaping. Carrying out basic brick edging, laying of slabs and timber and metal edging. Labelling and sign writing. Cleaning and maintaining horticultural machinery and hand tools, tidying up Grounds Department sheds, storage and compost areas, loading and unloading of skips, containers or other delivery vehicles, maintaining garden furniture and garden features, including, cleaning and the application of preservatives. Skills, Qualifications and Experience C&G Stage 2 Amenity Horticulture or RHS Certificate Horticulture Level 2 Practical and Theory or NVQ Level 3 Amenity Horticulture A minimum of 3 years practical experience in horticulture Chain saw certificate Mixing and use of chemicals certificate Spraying certificate H&S certificate Horticulture Grounds maintenance Use of Machinery Soft landscaping Garden Planning Forward Planning skills
At Peabody, we believe thriving communities and places are built by leaders who think and act differently. We are looking for someone that is curious, pragmatic, and unafraid to set new standards. As our new Place Manager for Southmere, in Thamesmead, you'll play a crucial role in one of our most exciting regeneration schemes, helping to evolve how we deliver services, manage our homes, and shape a vibrant, safe, and inclusive neighbourhood that residents love and take pride in. This is more than a traditional housing management position. We're looking for someone who leads with vision, takes ownership, and empowers those around them. Someone who can inspire a multidisciplinary team, think strategically, and work hands-on to ensure that residents feel truly proud of where they live. You'll bring together tenancy and property management, building safety, estate services, and community engagement under one clear vision a vision that you will support Peabody to mould. You will have the freedom to design and deliver services in new ways, while championing innovation and continuous improvement. We want you to be a driving force for change, using data and resident feedback to learn what's working and what needs to evolve. You'll play a vital role in representing the voices of all residents and ensuring services are responsive, inclusive, and truly people centred. To be successful in this role, you'll be required to work in Southmere daily. This is your opportunity to be a true trailblazer, to set new benchmarks for placemaking initiatives, and to leave a lasting legacy that showcases Peabody's aspirations for creating sustainable homes and places. You'll join a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values your growth, creativity, and empowers you to lead in your own way. To succeed, you'll need strong leadership experience in housing, property, or estate management, and a proven ability to guide and motivate diverse teams. You'll need to be passionate about customer service and committed to delivering real, tangible outcomes for residents. We're looking for someone self-motivated and resilient, who embraces challenges with energy and creativity, and who thrives on learning and sharing new ideas to help us continually improve. This role will require a Basic DBS check. Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: 30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays two additional paid volunteering days each year flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 4 x salary life assurance up to 10% pension contribution Closing date: 13th August 2025. Interviews will be taking place in person on 22nd August. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
At Peabody, we believe thriving communities and places are built by leaders who think and act differently. We are looking for someone that is curious, pragmatic, and unafraid to set new standards. As our new Place Manager for Southmere, in Thamesmead, you'll play a crucial role in one of our most exciting regeneration schemes, helping to evolve how we deliver services, manage our homes, and shape a vibrant, safe, and inclusive neighbourhood that residents love and take pride in. This is more than a traditional housing management position. We're looking for someone who leads with vision, takes ownership, and empowers those around them. Someone who can inspire a multidisciplinary team, think strategically, and work hands-on to ensure that residents feel truly proud of where they live. You'll bring together tenancy and property management, building safety, estate services, and community engagement under one clear vision a vision that you will support Peabody to mould. You will have the freedom to design and deliver services in new ways, while championing innovation and continuous improvement. We want you to be a driving force for change, using data and resident feedback to learn what's working and what needs to evolve. You'll play a vital role in representing the voices of all residents and ensuring services are responsive, inclusive, and truly people centred. To be successful in this role, you'll be required to work in Southmere daily. This is your opportunity to be a true trailblazer, to set new benchmarks for placemaking initiatives, and to leave a lasting legacy that showcases Peabody's aspirations for creating sustainable homes and places. You'll join a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values your growth, creativity, and empowers you to lead in your own way. To succeed, you'll need strong leadership experience in housing, property, or estate management, and a proven ability to guide and motivate diverse teams. You'll need to be passionate about customer service and committed to delivering real, tangible outcomes for residents. We're looking for someone self-motivated and resilient, who embraces challenges with energy and creativity, and who thrives on learning and sharing new ideas to help us continually improve. This role will require a Basic DBS check. Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: 30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays two additional paid volunteering days each year flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 4 x salary life assurance up to 10% pension contribution Closing date: 13th August 2025. Interviews will be taking place in person on 22nd August. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Hillingdon Cove Mental Health Crisis Alternative in Hillingdon. Sounds great, what will I be doing? As a Peer Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of clients requiring early intervention or preventative mental health support, delivering individual and group-based activities that promote recovery, wellbeing, and community engagement. You will clearly communicate the service's aims and pathways, enabling clients to co-produce their support plans and empowering them to engage with professionals across housing, health, employment, and social care. Working flexibly within a team, you will ensure service coverage, uphold safety and safeguarding procedures, and support the delivery of co-produced peer networks and community initiatives. You will also maintain accurate records, ensure timely referrals and assessments, and participate in supervision and development processes, all while contributing to a high-quality, person-centred service. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for A candidate will have lived experience of navigating mental health care pathways, such as emergency department visits, acute admissions, or engagement with community mental health services, and a strong understanding of the issues faced by individuals with a range of mental health conditions. They will demonstrate the ability to offer support with empathy, dignity, and respect, while rapidly building trust with service users, carers, professionals, and peer workers. Excellent verbal and listening skills are essential for engaging effectively during crises and in day-to-day interactions, both face-to-face and over the phone. The candidate will also have a good understanding of local mental health and wellbeing services, recovery tools, and safeguarding practices, with the ability to assess needs, risks, and aspirations and provide appropriate signposting. Strong prioritisation, time management, and the ability to work dynamically under pressure are key, alongside good literacy and numeracy skills, proficiency in IT including MS Word, Outlook, and internet use, and the ability to produce clear written correspondence. They must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, support the induction of new peer staff and volunteers, and demonstrate excellent communication and partnership-building skills to contribute positively to a person-centred, recovery-focused service. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Hillingdon Cove Mental Health Crisis Alternative in Hillingdon. Sounds great, what will I be doing? As a Peer Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of clients requiring early intervention or preventative mental health support, delivering individual and group-based activities that promote recovery, wellbeing, and community engagement. You will clearly communicate the service's aims and pathways, enabling clients to co-produce their support plans and empowering them to engage with professionals across housing, health, employment, and social care. Working flexibly within a team, you will ensure service coverage, uphold safety and safeguarding procedures, and support the delivery of co-produced peer networks and community initiatives. You will also maintain accurate records, ensure timely referrals and assessments, and participate in supervision and development processes, all while contributing to a high-quality, person-centred service. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for A candidate will have lived experience of navigating mental health care pathways, such as emergency department visits, acute admissions, or engagement with community mental health services, and a strong understanding of the issues faced by individuals with a range of mental health conditions. They will demonstrate the ability to offer support with empathy, dignity, and respect, while rapidly building trust with service users, carers, professionals, and peer workers. Excellent verbal and listening skills are essential for engaging effectively during crises and in day-to-day interactions, both face-to-face and over the phone. The candidate will also have a good understanding of local mental health and wellbeing services, recovery tools, and safeguarding practices, with the ability to assess needs, risks, and aspirations and provide appropriate signposting. Strong prioritisation, time management, and the ability to work dynamically under pressure are key, alongside good literacy and numeracy skills, proficiency in IT including MS Word, Outlook, and internet use, and the ability to produce clear written correspondence. They must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, support the induction of new peer staff and volunteers, and demonstrate excellent communication and partnership-building skills to contribute positively to a person-centred, recovery-focused service. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
At Peabody, we believe thriving communities and places are built by leaders who think and act differently. We are looking for someone that is curious, pragmatic, and unafraid to set new standards. As our new Place Manager for Southmere, in Thamesmead, you'll play a crucial role in one of our most exciting regeneration schemes, helping to evolve how we deliver services, manage our homes, and shape a vibrant, safe, and inclusive neighbourhood that residents love and take pride in. This is more than a traditional housing management position. We're looking for someone who leads with vision, takes ownership, and empowers those around them. Someone who can inspire a multidisciplinary team, think strategically, and work hands-on to ensure that residents feel truly proud of where they live. You'll bring together tenancy and property management, building safety, estate services, and community engagement under one clear vision a vision that you will support Peabody to mould. You will have the freedom to design and deliver services in new ways, while championing innovation and continuous improvement. We want you to be a driving force for change, using data and resident feedback to learn what's working and what needs to evolve. You'll play a vital role in representing the voices of all residents and ensuring services are responsive, inclusive, and truly people centred. To be successful in this role, you'll be required to work in Southmere daily. This is your opportunity to be a true trailblazer, to set new benchmarks for placemaking initiatives, and to leave a lasting legacy that showcases Peabody's aspirations for creating sustainable homes and places. You'll join a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values your growth, creativity, and empowers you to lead in your own way. To succeed, you'll need strong leadership experience in housing, property, or estate management, and a proven ability to guide and motivate diverse teams. You'll need to be passionate about customer service and committed to delivering real, tangible outcomes for residents. We're looking for someone self-motivated and resilient, who embraces challenges with energy and creativity, and who thrives on learning and sharing new ideas to help us continually improve. This role will require a Basic DBS check. Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: 30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays two additional paid volunteering days each year flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 4 x salary life assurance up to 10% pension contribution Closing date: 13th August 2025. Interviews will be taking place in person on 22nd August. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
At Peabody, we believe thriving communities and places are built by leaders who think and act differently. We are looking for someone that is curious, pragmatic, and unafraid to set new standards. As our new Place Manager for Southmere, in Thamesmead, you'll play a crucial role in one of our most exciting regeneration schemes, helping to evolve how we deliver services, manage our homes, and shape a vibrant, safe, and inclusive neighbourhood that residents love and take pride in. This is more than a traditional housing management position. We're looking for someone who leads with vision, takes ownership, and empowers those around them. Someone who can inspire a multidisciplinary team, think strategically, and work hands-on to ensure that residents feel truly proud of where they live. You'll bring together tenancy and property management, building safety, estate services, and community engagement under one clear vision a vision that you will support Peabody to mould. You will have the freedom to design and deliver services in new ways, while championing innovation and continuous improvement. We want you to be a driving force for change, using data and resident feedback to learn what's working and what needs to evolve. You'll play a vital role in representing the voices of all residents and ensuring services are responsive, inclusive, and truly people centred. To be successful in this role, you'll be required to work in Southmere daily. This is your opportunity to be a true trailblazer, to set new benchmarks for placemaking initiatives, and to leave a lasting legacy that showcases Peabody's aspirations for creating sustainable homes and places. You'll join a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values your growth, creativity, and empowers you to lead in your own way. To succeed, you'll need strong leadership experience in housing, property, or estate management, and a proven ability to guide and motivate diverse teams. You'll need to be passionate about customer service and committed to delivering real, tangible outcomes for residents. We're looking for someone self-motivated and resilient, who embraces challenges with energy and creativity, and who thrives on learning and sharing new ideas to help us continually improve. This role will require a Basic DBS check. Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: 30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays two additional paid volunteering days each year flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 4 x salary life assurance up to 10% pension contribution Closing date: 13th August 2025. Interviews will be taking place in person on 22nd August. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.
Lead and grow a diverse commercial property portfolio in key London communities. Join a values-driven landlord blending commercial focus with social impact. About Our Client Our client is one of London's leading housing providers, with a long-standing commitment to creating thriving communities and delivering high-quality homes and places. As a values-driven organisation, they combine commercial acumen with a social purpose, managing a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties across the capital. With a focus on placemaking and long-term stewardship, they are at the forefront of regenerating urban spaces, balancing the needs of residents, businesses, and local communities. Their collaborative culture encourages innovation, inclusivity, and personal growth, making them a respected and rewarding employer within the housing and real estate sector. Job Description You will oversee the management of ground-floor commercial spaces, ensuring operational efficiency, maximising value, and delivering exceptional service while leading a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team to deliver professional and compliant commercial property management. Maximise commercial asset value through strategic lettings, lease renewals, and rent reviews. Ensure compliance with all relevant property management regulations and internal policies. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors and tenants. Monitor performance against KPIs, including arrears management, property inspections, and strategic void management. The Successful Applicant The successful candidate will have: Proven experience in commercial property management and leading high-performing teams. Strong knowledge of property legislation , lease negotiations , and financial management . Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills, both internal and external. A track record of delivering customer-focused services while maximising asset value. A values-driven approach , balancing commercial outcomes with positive community impact. Desirable: MRICS accredited (or working towards) . Experience in project management and service improvement within complex environments. What's on Offer In addition to leading diverse commercial spaces and driving placemaking to create vibrant, thriving communities, our client offers the following: Competitive salary up to £62.3k Generous annual leave and flexible working options (qualifying period may apply) Attractive pension scheme for your future Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay beyond statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply) Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential advice and counselling services Health Cash Plan to support your well-being Exclusive staff discounts at major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment venues, and more Interest-free loans for season tickets, tenancy deposits, and training Cycle-to-work scheme to promote a healthy lifestyle Life Assurance at 4x your annual salary
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Lead and grow a diverse commercial property portfolio in key London communities. Join a values-driven landlord blending commercial focus with social impact. About Our Client Our client is one of London's leading housing providers, with a long-standing commitment to creating thriving communities and delivering high-quality homes and places. As a values-driven organisation, they combine commercial acumen with a social purpose, managing a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties across the capital. With a focus on placemaking and long-term stewardship, they are at the forefront of regenerating urban spaces, balancing the needs of residents, businesses, and local communities. Their collaborative culture encourages innovation, inclusivity, and personal growth, making them a respected and rewarding employer within the housing and real estate sector. Job Description You will oversee the management of ground-floor commercial spaces, ensuring operational efficiency, maximising value, and delivering exceptional service while leading a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team to deliver professional and compliant commercial property management. Maximise commercial asset value through strategic lettings, lease renewals, and rent reviews. Ensure compliance with all relevant property management regulations and internal policies. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors and tenants. Monitor performance against KPIs, including arrears management, property inspections, and strategic void management. The Successful Applicant The successful candidate will have: Proven experience in commercial property management and leading high-performing teams. Strong knowledge of property legislation , lease negotiations , and financial management . Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills, both internal and external. A track record of delivering customer-focused services while maximising asset value. A values-driven approach , balancing commercial outcomes with positive community impact. Desirable: MRICS accredited (or working towards) . Experience in project management and service improvement within complex environments. What's on Offer In addition to leading diverse commercial spaces and driving placemaking to create vibrant, thriving communities, our client offers the following: Competitive salary up to £62.3k Generous annual leave and flexible working options (qualifying period may apply) Attractive pension scheme for your future Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay beyond statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply) Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential advice and counselling services Health Cash Plan to support your well-being Exclusive staff discounts at major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment venues, and more Interest-free loans for season tickets, tenancy deposits, and training Cycle-to-work scheme to promote a healthy lifestyle Life Assurance at 4x your annual salary
