Permanent Housing And Homelessness Jobs
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join our dynamic team as a Pathway Manager (Lambeth) in Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence.
About Us:
Depaul UK is UK largest youth homelessness charity dedicated to providing support and opportunities for young adults experiencing homelessness. We believe in creating a positive and empowering environment that fosters resilience and growth. Click the link for more information -
Role Overview:
The services at Lambeth are commissioned by Lambeth but situated outside of the borough. They consist of:
- 1 emergency accommodation service for 16/17 year old’s
- 1 complex needs accommodation service for 16/17 year old’s (assessment centre accommodation for young people 18+)
- 2 supported housing projects (one for females in the borough and one for young men which is situated out of the borough in Waltham Forest)
- 3 houses for 9 young men that have been or still are Unaccompanied Asylum Seekers based in Greenwich
- 3 small accommodation sites for Young Person at Risk scheme housing young people from Lambeth where we assist the young people to exit gang lifestyles
We are searching for someone with excellent leadership skills to join us at our service in Lambeth as Pathway Manager. You will be pivotal to the successful delivery of this service as you are the key contact with Lambeth Commissioning team, Lambeth Housing Team, Lambeth Adult / Children’s Social Care, Mental Health Services and other statutory, community and voluntary services.
Key Responsibilities:
- You will be adept in managing the service and its partnerships
- You will manage, monitor, evaluate and continuously improve the service and its operation within Lambeth’s developing approach
- Ensure a safe and secure environment and maintain high standards within the services. This includes risk assessments, health and safety checks and the cleaning and preparation of rooms for new residents.
- Involve service users in developing an awareness of their own personal and building health and safety, through information sessions, key working and support planning and resident meetings.
- Prepare reports, statistical data and other information that maybe requested by the Asst. Area Director.
Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours a week), permanent role. Kindly see the attached job description for more information about this job opportunity.
What We Are Looking For – Person Specification:
- Demonstrable experience of working with young and vulnerable people and young families with multiple and complex needs.
- Experience and understanding of challenges and barriers faced by young people in securing accommodation and sustainable education and training.
- Experience of leading a team, establishing processes and relationships.N
- Able to work on own initiative but at same time able to exercise sound judgment in knowing when to consult or delegate tasks
Note:
Applications submitted without a supporting statement and/or after the closing date and time stated will not be put forward for shortlisting. In addition, an enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients.
Applications:
Please apply via the Depaul website only by Sunday 30th June 2024 at 23:59, unless you have specific requirements for an alternative application submission. If you do, please contact the Recruitment team on .
We kindly request no contact from unsolicited recruitment or media agencies.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Harris Hill are thrilled to be working partnering up with DENS in their search for their new Senior Corporate Fundraiser. They are searching for an experienced corporate fundraiser to join their dynamic and high-performing Fundraising Team.
This role is based in Hemel Hempstead with hybrid working options, but being located within the region will be beneficial. You will need to have a car.
This role can be part time (30 hrs) or full time (37.5hrs)
Salary – up to £35,000
About DENS
Their aim is to be the first port of call for people in Dacorum who are facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion; to support and empower them to take the next positive step in their lives, secure and maintain a long-term housing option and be an active member of their community.
They ensure individuals have access to temporary and short-term accommodation, and individuals and families have access to emergency food and provisions. They provide a range of services so that people can develop the resilience, skills and confidence to take the next step in their lives.
Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for developing the DENS Business Partnership Programme, building a pipeline of high-value prospects, increasing engagement, and influencing the involvement of local businesses to support DENS ambitious 5-year growth plans.
To be considered for this role you will ideally be:
* You will be an excellent communicator, confident in networking and presenting a compelling case for support, target driven and have a background and successful record in securing high value gifts, business sales or similar.
If you would like to learn more then please do get in touch with Hannah at Harris Hill.
Hiring Manager is reviewing applications as they come in.
Only suitable candidates will be contacted.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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About the role
Aspire is a dynamic, innovative and forward-thinking organisation, at the forefront of tackling some of the most complex social issues that our community is facing, including the cost-of-living crisis.
We are seeking to appoint a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to take over from Paul Roberts, who, after for seven years leading Aspire Oxfordshire is moving to a national role in another organisation.
To achieve our social mission in these challenging times, we are looking for a leader who will work closely and collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Board of Trustees (Board). An excellent communicator and relationship builder, your leadership will shape our strategic direction, ensuring our services remain person-centred and responsive to the evolving needs of our community. You will also be a strong people leader who can navigate organisational change, nurture and develop relationships with our many stakeholders and partners, and inspire and empower our team to deliver excellence, every day.
To thrive in this role, you'll need a demonstrable track record of senior leadership in an employment development, supported housing & homelessness or directly comparable field.
Main Purpose of the Job
The CEO is responsible for providing leadership for Aspire’s continuing success and to improve its organisational resilience, working closely and collaboratively with the Board and the SLT. You will lead the strategic planning and delivery, general management and performance of Aspire, with a team of c. 60 employees and an estimated annual turnover of £2.8m, ensuring the organisation can provide effective, holistic person-centred support to people facing significant barriers or disadvantage to securing employment and independent living, including through strong partnerships with like-minded organisations.
Key tasks
Key tasks are intended to be a guide to the range and level of work expected of the job holder. This is not an exhaustive list of all tasks and the post holder will be expected to carry out such other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time.
Strategic leadership & development
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Work with the Board and Senior Leadership Team to develop then lead on the delivery of the Aspire multi-year strategy, including the ongoing co-production during 2024 of a new multi-year strategy to 2027. Horizon scan for external environmental challenges and forward plan for responsive delivery scenarios.
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Deliver the Aspire strategy effectively with a two-fold approach: empower a capable, resilient senior leadership team (C-suite) and further develop and empower senior and middle managers at Aspire; and oversee investment to enhance systems so that the team is better able to support clients and staff and responsibility can be delegated as appropriate within fit-for-purpose infrastructure.
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Lead Aspire to respond effectively to the environmental sustainability and inclusive economy agendas and to continue embedding equity, equality, diversity and inclusion approaches into its workplace.
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Develop further Aspire’s delivery role to help realise ‘system change’ upstream, of a more inclusive and sustainable economy, including through encouraging community wealth building and a more regenerative and distributive local economy model.
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Maintain regular contact with the Chair and the wider Board of Trustees to facilitate full engagement of the Board and derive maximum benefit from individual and collective Trustees’ experience and connections.
Effective people leadership
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Support leadership team and senior fundraiser colleagues to set and meet their professional development & personal objectives, aligned with Aspire’s organisational strategy, contractual requirements and commitment to flexible working and maintaining a healthy work/life balance while delivering against business need.
Effective delivery of charitable programmes
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Forge strong, positive relationships – including through alliances and partnerships and alongside our Senior Fundraiser and Chief Programmes Officer (CPO) – with representatives from our service commissioners, statutory partners, key donors/trusts and senior stakeholders for the effective delivery of our charitable programmes, including meeting stipulated funding commitments and performance targets.
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Work with the CPO and Senior Managers to build the capacity, range and quality of Aspire’s charitable programmes provision in our strategic priority areas to help ensure we retain contracts in coming years and make the most of emerging opportunities, whilst ensuring our activities focus around our core mission. Support the CPO to strengthen our charitable project data insight, opportunity assessment, lived experience participation and management framework.
Embedding new funding streams and priority project development areas
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Identify and develop income-generating activities to strengthen the charity’s financial resilience and carry forward the business development for Aspire’s expanded housing activity, including evaluating and, if appropriate, securing Registered Provider status for Aspire.
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Work with the Senior Fundraiser proactively to seek out continuity and expansion funding for our strategic priority charitable programmes.
Compliance
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With the Board and SLT, particularly the Chief Operating Officer (COO), ensure Aspire meets all its organisational compliance requirements with respect to existing, and new programmes.
External relationships and brand
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Leverage external relationships and brand to support our fundraising strategy, notably any matched fundraising campaign, keeping abreast of stakeholder perceptions and ensure it links to our strategic objectives.
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Protect and grow Aspire’s brand and reputation including as an innovative, enterprising, problem-solving organisation including through articulating and implementing a strategic communications plan, representing Aspire at high profile events and initiatives.
Please email your CV and covering letter to William Powlett Smith, Chair of Trustees, to the email address provided by Fridat 28th June 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill are thrilled to be working partnering up with DENS in their search for their new Senior Corporate Fundraiser. They are searching for an experienced corporate fundraiser to join their dynamic and high-performing Fundraising Team.
This role is based in Hemel Hempstead with hybrid working options, but being located within the region will be beneficial. You will need to have a car.
This role can be part time or full time.
Pays £35,000+
About DENS
Their aim is to be the first port of call for people in Dacorum who are facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion; to support and empower them to take the next positive step in their lives, secure and maintain a long-term housing option and be an active member of their community.
They ensure individuals have access to temporary and short-term accommodation, and individuals and families have access to emergency food and provisions. They provide a range of services so that people can develop the resilience, skills and confidence to take the next step in their lives.
Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for developing the DENS Business Partnership Programme, building a pipeline of high-value prospects, increasing engagement, and influencing the involvement of local businesses to support DENS ambitious 5-year growth plans.
To be considered for this role you will ideally be:
- You will be an excellent communicator, confident in networking and presenting a compelling case for support, target driven and have a background and successful record in securing high value gifts, business sales or similar.
If you would like to learn more then please do get in touch with Hannah at Harris Hill by emailing her on [email protected] or calling her on 02078207331.
Hiring Manager is reviewing applications as they come in.
Only suitable candidates will be contacted.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Join us as CEO of The Wallich and lead a community of people determined to prevent and end homelessness in Wales, for good.
Applications close at 9 a.m. Monday 8th July
Location: Cardiff Hub / Hybrid
About The Wallich.
The Wallich is a leading homelessness charity in Wales, dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness. Established in 1978, it supports over 10,000 people annually through innovative projects. With a skilled team of over 460 employees and 40 relief workers, The Wallich is committed to making a significant impact in the community.
About the role.
The CEO will lead The Wallich, ensuring strong governance, clear strategic direction, and dynamic leadership. Key responsibilities include influencing partners, supporting Trustees, and maintaining the charity's inclusive and positive culture. The CEO will work closely with stakeholders, including vulnerable individuals, to drive The Wallich's mission of ending homelessness.
Who we are looking for.
The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with strong motivation and a deep understanding of homelessness issues. They should possess excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to form strategic partnerships. Experience in the non-profit or social impact sector is preferred, and a commitment to The Wallich's values and mission is essential.
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 8th July.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Our Organisation
You will work a combination of office, client-home, community, and home-based working. Causeway is a 4-day week employer, so you will work 32 hours over 4 days a week, with no loss of pay. Causeway is a London living wage employer, with a competitive pension scheme. We also offer an employee assistance programme that provides free financial, legal, and mental health advice and support to our employees. We provide core training, and continuous learning and development throughout your career with us.
The Role
To provide a high-quality housing management service, ensuring outstanding customer service and service delivery, by a being a primary point of contact for tenants. Engage with tenants to provide a responsive efficient housing management service that is consistently excellent for all tenancies. Housing Officers are expected to carry out the vast majority of their duties (70%) at our managed accommodation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you a digital whizz? Looking to apply your social media skills for social good?
The 999 Club are looking for a dynamic individual who knows how to galvanise public interest with arresting and authentic content and is keen to gain experience of charity fundraising. You'll be joining our small but growing fundraising team in our small but growing homelessness charity in Deptford, South East London. Sound like it could be you? If so, then read on....
Having just finished an extensive rebrand of the organisation we are now looking to recruit a new member of the team who can fully capitalise on the potential this offers the charity to reengage with the public. You'll be supporting the development and roll out of a bold, new Communications strategy for 999 Club.
Leading on public engagement via Social Media, Direct Marketing, PR and Media, the post also offers the opportunity to learn about and contribute towards all other aspects of charity fundraising, including Community, Challenge events and Individual Giving. You will also be maintaining our Donorfy database and lending vital admin support the team.
Most importantly you will be passionate about our mission to end homelessness in south East London. And you'll have a gift for finding and telling the stories of our of our service using members in a way that's both sensitive, authentic and impactful.
If you're interested please see the attached job pack for more details. Application is via CV and cover letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Peterborough
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £47,128 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Who are they?
Our client own around 20,400 houses across the North, East and South of the country. They are home to over 41,000 customers. They exist to improve lives, providing people with high quality homes, affordably. Whatever their housing need, whether family, single, older or more vulnerable – their customers come first. They are always at the very heart of their business.
If you feel great about putting customers first, then we feel great about you joining their team.
They believe everyone has the right to a safe, secure and warm place to call home.
They’re looking for a Data Quality & Governance Lead to join the team.
About the role and person:
35 hours per week
Permanent
As a Data Quality and Governance Lead, a summary of your role involves:
Reporting to the Head of Data you’ll be responsible for leading the implementation of a data governance framework and delivering improvements in data quality and governance across the Group ensuring we fulfil the organisational ambitions to build a better future for their customers.
What skills/behaviours do you need to be their Data Quality & Governance Lead?
- Previous experience of implementing Data Governance Frameworks i.e. DAMA.
- Excellent knowledge of data and information management principles.
- Significant and proven experience of project managing data & information improvement projects.
- Experience of managing data governance frameworks.
- Excellent knowledge of governance principles for structured, semi-structured and unstructured data.
- Experience of implementing change successfully including delivering training.
- Experience writing policies and procedures with excellent verbal and written skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex and/or technical information to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
Location: The successful candidate will be required to live within a commutable distance to their office in Peterborough. They’re a keen promoter of agile working and encourage the use of working from home, as long as they meet their customer’s needs.
They’ll provide you with the equipment and software that you’ll need for the purpose of your role however it will be your responsibility to have an appropriate space to work from as well as a suitable broadband connection/provider.
Should you wish to work occasionally from any of their regional offices, you may do so on a hot desk basis which will need to be arranged via the online booking system
Salary: The spot salary for this post is £47,128 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. Applicants, who do not meet all the requirements of the post, will start 5% or 10% below the spot salary.
What will you get from them?
In addition to a competitive salary and agile working, they also have a focus on employees’ development. They support both professional and personal development, ensuring everyone has a development plan and provide access to a wide range of internal and external learning resources.
You’ll also receive:
- 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata excluding bank holidays) per year rising by 1 day per year up to a maximum of one working week.
- A choice of Pension Schemes including a Defined Benefit Scheme with a 7.5% member contribution or a Defined Contribution Scheme with a 4% member contribution and 4% employer contribution. Both pension schemes provide Life Insurance Cover.
- Option to purchase additional holiday of up to 2 of your working weeks (at managers discretion)
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- "Hapi" Benefits App with multiple discounts.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free parking
If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of their recruitment process, please let them know they will ensure requirements are met.
Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or they receive a high volume of applications, they may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.
Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
You may have experience in the following roles: Data Governance Manager, Data Quality Manager, Data Management Lead, Head of Data Governance, Data Compliance Manager, Data Quality and Governance Specialist, Information Management Consultant, Data Governance Analyst, Head of Data Management, Data Strategy Lead, Information Quality Lead, Data Governance Consultant, etc.
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HR Advisor
£25,510 progressing to £28,345 per annum
Fareham
Permanent, Full Time - 37 hours a week. Working Monday to Friday, between 9am and 5pm. Hybrid working three days in office, two days remote.
Our client has an exciting opportunity to join their Human resources team as a Human resources advisor. As an Human resources advisor you will provide comprehensive human resources support to all their operational services, assist with the implementation of human resources policies and supporting the human resources team and managers in delivering the overall human resources operations and strategy.
Main Responsibilities
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Serve as a first point of contact for managers and staff on human resources-related questions and queries
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Providing advice and guidance on human resources policies, procedures, and employment legislation
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Maintain and support in ensuring accurate and up-to-date staff records and data, including staff amendments and production of the necessary documentation, ensuring contractual requirements are met
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Management and maintenance of the human resources system, including:
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input and analysis of data
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production and analysis of human resources metric reports and performance indicator information
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general queries from managers and staff relating to self-service
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systems improvements such, as enhancing and inputting workflows
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Manage and update the monthly pay exceptions, ensuring correct and timely data to meet payroll deadlines
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To manage employee relations queries, such as absence, performance, disciplinaries, escalating to the senior human resources business partner and human resources manager as necessary
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To contribute to and provide general human resources support to the team as necessary, with case work and human resources led initiatives and projects, such as benefits and recognition, wellbeing and TUPE
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Keep abreast of changes in employment law and policy
Experience, Qualifications / Training, Knowledge and Skills
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CIPD qualification, or equivalent qualification through experience
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Good experience in a human resources team working in an advisor or administrative capacity
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Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
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Customer-orientated and able to converse with all levels within the organisation
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Organisation and prioritisation skills
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IT literate/competent, and ideally experienced in using a human resources management system and Microsoft Office
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Ability to work to deadlines
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Excellent attention to detail
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An understanding of basic employment law and human resources best practice
Additional Requirements
Basic disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role
They reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
About the Company
They offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Their services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual’s skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion.
They work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton.
They’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies their values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed.
They welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Senior HR Business Partner - Human Resources
£31,479 progressing to £34,977 per annum
Fareham
Permanent, Full Time
Full time, 37 hours a week. Working between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Our client has an exciting new opportunity to join their Human resources team as a Senior HR Business Partner.
Main Responsibilities
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Advice – to advise managers on all human resources matters
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Employee relations – to manage complex staff relations casework, such as grievances, disciplinaries and long term absence, liaising with their legal representatives as required, particularly when there is potential high risk and impact to the organisation
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Policies – to ensure knowledge of all human resources policies, work with their legal provider to monitor all human resources policies to ensure they are in line with current legislation and work with their human resources manager to ensure that they are updated appropriately
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Recruitment – to work with managers and the human resources team in recruitment and selection, to provide advice in complex situations
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Coaching – to guide managers regarding the organisation’s policies, practices and processes, and lead on the delivery of manager's briefings
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Development and training – to contribute to supporting managers in developing their people management skills when dealing with staff issues. Identify training needs, in the day to day that could include management development, guidance through complex processes, and understanding of employment legislation as needed
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TUPE – to lead and manage the human resources process in relation to tenders and TUPE projects, liaising with internal and external parties
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Wellbeing– to contribute and lead where necessary in ensuring the welfare and wellbeing of all staff, and advise staff and managers as appropriate
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Benefits – to contribute to the continual review of the overall offering and proactively suggest initiatives outlining a clear business case, including commercials
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System – to lead on the day to day maintenance of the human resources system data in an accurate, timely and professional way, and oversee reporting needs. To work with managers to use the data to inform and improve efficiencies and adherence to policies and procedures
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Management information – to lead on provision and analysis of human resources reporting cyclically and ad hoc and on demand requests
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Team – to support and coach other human resources team members. Work as part of the team on other human resources led initiatives and projects
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Processes – to identify process improvements to help the team deliver human resources and wider objectives to ensure efficient and effective human resources delivery
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Management – to provide direct line management for several members of the team
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Change – to support in driving change in the development and implementation and human resources protocols and processes
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To support with the delivery of the people strategy
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Deputising and covering the human resources manager as necessary, including attendance at internal and third-party meetings, work with the executive director of people and programmes and other members of the directorate as appropriate
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Engagement with internal and external contacts and organisations, not only within the human resources field, to network, and have the opportunity to knowledge share and best practice
Experience, Qualifications / Training, Knowledge and Skills
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CIPD qualified, or equivalent qualification through experience
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Solid experience across all aspects of human resources, particularly with demonstratable expertise of dealing with complex and high risk matters
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Experience of managing and reporting key performance indicators and human resources metrics
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Experience of line managing others, ideally in a human resources team
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Excellent communication skills
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IT literate/competent
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Customer focussed, with a strong sense of service delivery
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Organised, strong attention to detail and an ability to prioritise
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Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
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Demonstrable ability to work across all levels within the organisation
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Ability to appropriately balance the considerations of staff and organisation, within the parameters of legislation and regulation
Additional Requirements
Enhanced disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role
This role requires travel to multiple operational sites across a large geography, a full drivers’ licence and access to a vehicle is desirable
They reserve the right to close their adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
About the Company
They offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Their services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual’s skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion.
They work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton.
They’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies their values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed.
They welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Accountable to the Centre Manager, and as part of the Key Worker Team, you will be responsible for the primary support of an identified group of service users. Meeting regularly with service users you will ensure their physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing and progress through the Teen Challenge programme, as identified by a mutually agreed personal development /support plan, and with a person centred approach. You will also take an active role within the TC teaching curriculum developed to equip service users with life skills and insights required for successful living.
End date for applications: 28/06/24
As Teen Challenge UK is a Christian organisation, this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Please note that one reference must be from your church minister or leader to endorse your live and active Christian faith and commitment. Successful applicants for this post will require membership of the PVG scheme and registration with the SSSC.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Scorex House, Bradford – hybrid
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £63,210 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Are you a qualified Accountant that’s passionate about using your technical knowledge to influence business decisions? As our client's new Technical Reporting Accountant, you’ll be responsible for the preparation of and consolidation of management and statutory accounts and reports, taking a holistic view of the data produced and how this impacts their customers.
About the role and person:
- 35 hours per week
- Permanent
As their Technical Reporting Accountant, your key areas of responsibility include:
- Preparation of statutory accounts and annual FVA regulatory returns for Homes England for Group,
- Reviewing and updating Group accounting policies, ensuring they are compliant with Housing SORP, Accounting Direction and relevant accounting standards,
- Preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts and reports
- Planning and organising the annual budget setting and subsequent forecasts for all Group entities in line with the financial and corporate strategy objectives.
With an Assistant Technical Reporting Accountant reporting into this role, it’s important that you have the ability to lead and develop others. You’ll also work closely with external stakeholders including auditors.
Do you have what it takes to be their Technical Reporting Accountant?
You’ll have:
- A recognised Accountancy Qualification (CCAB).
- Experience of management accounts production and reporting.
- Experience of statutory and regulatory report development
- Great analytical and report writing skills with the drive to take ownership and seek solutions.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Previous experience of team management and development.
- Experience and knowledge of complex financial accounting systems.
Ideally, you’ll also have:
- An understanding or experience in the social housing sector.
- A working understanding of Unit 4 finance software or similar Housing Finance systems.
- A working Understanding of Active H
Location: The successful candidate will be required to live within a commutable distance to either their Bradford or Peterborough office. They’re a keen promoter of agile working and encourage the use of working from home, as long as they meet their customer’s needs.
They’ll provide you with the equipment and software that you’ll need for the purpose of your role however it will be your responsibility to have an appropriate space to work from as well as a suitable broadband connection/provider.
Salary: The spot salary for this post is £63,210 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. Applicants, who do not meet all the requirements of the post, will start 5% or 10% below the spot salary.
What will you get from them?
In addition to a competitive salary, they also have a focus on employees’ development. They support both professional and personal development, ensuring everyone has a development plan and provide access to a wide range of internal and external learning resources.
You’ll also receive:
- 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata excluding bank holidays) per year rising by 1 day per year up to a maximum of one working week.
- A choice of Pension Schemes including a Defined Benefit Scheme with a 7.5% member contribution or a Defined Contribution Scheme with a 4% member contribution and 4% employer contribution. Both pension schemes provide Life Insurance Cover.
- Option to purchase additional holiday of up to 2 of your working weeks (at managers discretion).
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- "Hapi" Benefits App with multiple discounts.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Who is our client?
They own around 20,400 houses across the North, East and South of the country. They are home to over 41,000 customers. They exist to improve lives, providing people with high quality homes, affordably. Whatever their housing need, whether family, single, older or more vulnerable – their customers come first. They are always at the very heart of their business.
If you feel great about putting customers first, then they feel great about you joining the team.
And they are a team. They live and breathe their values – they are Smart, they are Driven, they are Caring and they are Inclusive – are you? If you can do what’s right and challenge what you think is wrong, relish the opportunity to work with some fabulous colleagues to improve the customer experience and make sure they keep to their promises, then you are the person they are looking for.
Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or they receive a high volume of applications, they may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.
Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Join them and start your own journey with our client. They aim to be number one, and you could help them get there.
You may have experience in the following: Statutory Accounts Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial Reporting Accountant, Accounts Payable/Receivable Accountant, Assistant Technical Reporting Accountant, etc.
REF-214 528
People Operations Manager
High Wycombe + Hybrid Working (2 days per week in the office, 3 days working from home)
£55,000 + Excellent Benefits
Our client builds and maintains homes where people can thrive. In the People team, they create and maintain a working environment which supports their employees to do the same. Their team provides excellent services to their colleagues which enables them to attract, retain and develop colleagues with the knowledge, skills, values and behaviours we need as a business to deliver the stated vision the organisation's future. Their People practices are underpinned by robust policies and procedures which enable us to be an employer of choice for a diverse pool of talent.
As a senior leader in the People team, the People Operations Manager is responsible for all administrative aspects of the employee lifecycle, leading a team of experienced co-ordinators to deliver an excellent colleague experience. This includes HR systems, processes, and timely and accurate administrative and payroll processing, ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements as well as internal policy and best practice. The People Operations Manager works closely alongside the AD – People and business partners in building relationships across the organisation to understand wider business priorities and context and create people solutions to achieve the best organisational outcomes, whilst supporting the full employee lifecycle.
What they are looking for:
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A leader who is energised by collaboration and driving improvements in the employee experience, both digitally and in person.
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An experienced systems administrator and process designer who can audit and review systems architecture and process design to further leverage systems to automate processes and drive self-service, helping us make the best use of our resources.
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A degree / CIPD qualified HR professional with experience of operational and payroll management.
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A strong manager who can coach and develop our valued team members.
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A data champion who can produce MI and insights to aid decision making.
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Significant experience of using MHR iTrent HRIS with system administration knowledge
What they can offer in return:
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Hybrid working with a minimum 2 office days a week to collaborate with the team and colleagues at their head office in Wooburn Green, Buckinghamshire
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Excellent benefits, with 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and option to purchase 5 more), DC pension, health cash plan (value up to £1,800 per year), EAP, 1 hour personal wellbeing time a week and more.
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Personal and professional development, opportunity for further study, qualifications, project work, mentoring and coaching.
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A 2* Best Companies employee experience and explicit commitment to driving improvement to build on this success.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Head of Service - YP and Ofsted Matrix Lead located at our Head Office in Caledonian Road.
£65,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel like you're part of one team? You'll feel at home here.
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.
What you'll do:
As a key senior leader in Look Ahead, the Head of Service for Housing Related Support will work in alignment with the Director of Housing Related Support, and the wider Senior Management Team to drive performance, quality, business, and financial efficiencies. The role will provide expertise and capacity to support the organisation to deliver is vision and strategic objectives.
The Head of Service will the registered Manager for Ofsted, the strategic and operational lead for Young People services and will ensure delivery of consistent and high-quality performance across the Housing Related Support directorate.
The successful candidate will ensure that all Services are meeting Ofsted regulatory requirements, run effectively, well managed financially and employees are performing at high levels. As Ofsted Lead the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the ethos of services through developing a culture of high aspiration for young people which is demonstrated through the support, resources and opportunities offered to the young people.
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:
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.
Leadership Accountabilities:
Develop and maintain a culture that supports collaboration and service improvement whilst behaving like a role model, always displaying Look Ahead's values and behaviours.
Contribute as a key member of Look Ahead's Senior Management Team, leading and contributing to organisational strategic priorities and projects in a solution focused way.
Lead a performance culture and deliver on budget, quality standards and full KPI compliance.
Lead by example, ensuring services are effectively managed by Service Managers and Deputy Managers to deliver excellent, high-quality services to all customers.
Work in collaboration with internal stakeholders to achieve objectives and meet targets.
Ensure all managers are coaching and developing their people resources to ensure the highest level of performance.
Identify and develop talented employees through the PDR process, to meet the organisations commitment to employee succession planning and management development.
Ensure clear and concise communication with teams, setting clear team objectives and being accountable for delivery.
Operational Accountabilities:
Responsible for ensuring Service Managers/budget holders deliver on budget; robust budget management practices, shared learning, increasing commercial capability at management level.
Maximise income through business development and remodelling opportunities.
Be responsible for identifying loss making contracts and lead on negotiations with Director of Housing Related Support to improve financial viability.
Matrix Lead Responsibilities:
Be the Registered Manager for Ofsted.
Lead on developing effective working relationships with each young person's accommodating authority.
Lead on overseeing a workforce plan that ensures employees have the experience, qualifications, and skills appropriate
What you'll bring:
Essential:
The ideal person for this role will have:
Over two years Management experience and knowledge of working with children and young people in the Supported accommodation/ children's homes sector.
Expertise and passion for children and young people.
Understanding of Ofsted supported accommodation regulations.
Have the skills, knowledge, and ability to represent the organisation in a way that promotes both good practice and continuous improvement,
Experience of managing geographically diverse team.
A positive attitude and ability to motivate direct reports.
Proven experience of being a strategic lead across relevant services.
Experience of successfully delivering in a contract and target driven environment.
Proven financial management experience and delivering surplus.
Previous experience of working with support and housing management contracts and agreements
Experience of Safeguarding and responding effectively to serious incidents
Excellent report writing skills.
Experience of successfully leading on new and existing contract negotiations
Experience of leading investigations into serious incidents
Experience of successfully managing and developing teams across geographical areas
Ability to turn organisational vision into reality for front line employees.
High levels of written and verbal communication
Proven influencing and negotiation skills
Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills
Resilience and ability to work effectively in a team as well as self-manage.
Ability to cope with change in a fast paced and challenging environment.
A degree or equivalent. Hold relevant CMI/NVQ Level 4 or other business/management qualification.
Have relevant training and/or specialist qualifications.
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Are you passionate about working with women who have complex support needs and
are experiencing homelessness or are you at risk of homelessness?
We are looking for a Support Worker to work as part of a service that provides late-night and early-morning outreach for women who are sex working and supports women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Note: This post is exempt under Sch 9 Pt 1 of the Equality Act 2010 and is only open to female applicants.
Position: Centre Support and Outreach Worker
Salary: £26,800 - 30,800
Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week (Working pattern includes 1 outreach shift per week, which
is carried out between 9 pm and 1 am. Usual working hours are 8.30 am – 4.15 pm)
Contract: Permanent
Location: London, Stockwell
Benefits: The annual leave entitlement is 35 days per year pro rata, made up of eight bank and public holidays and 27 days annual leave. The 27 days annual leave is normally split between 24 ‘bookable’ days and three closure days that fall between Christmas and the New Year
About the role
The Post Holder will work within Spires’ Women’s Service. This service is comprised of:
A dedicated nighttime outreach service to support women who are involved in street-based sex working. This includes follow up work, casework, and multi-agency working.
Centre-based support for women with complex needs who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. This also includes casework and supporting Spires’ Housing and Homelessness team.
Key responsibilities will include:
· Supporting a caseload of clients
· Completing one nighttime outreach shift a week (this is carried out in the Spires car)
· Supporting in the running of Spires’ women’s drop in services
· Supporting Spires’ Housing and Homelessness service where required
· Representing Spires to external stakeholders at multi-agency meetings
· Ensuring detailed and accurate records are kept of all client work.
About you
You will have previous experience of working with people exhibiting complex needs and people experiencing homelessness. Ideally you will have experiencing supporting women with some of the following support needs: substance addiction, mental health needs, domestic violence, no recourse to public funds and sex working.
You will also bring with you the following skills and experience:
· Experience of challenging appropriately and maintaining clear and appropriate boundaries.
· Networking and effectively liaising with specialist service providers or agencies in order to establish and/or improve access to services for clients.
· Sound understanding of the issues faced by women and other individuals involved in sex work.
· Understanding of the legislation around supporting the victims of Domestic Violence.
· Understanding of the effects of trauma on people and how to work in a trauma informed way.
· Good understanding of safeguarding practices in outreach work, social care and/or day centre environment.
· Good understanding of confidentiality and working with sensitive information.
Please Note: The organisation is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post, however, is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
About the organisation
The organisation was established in response to homelessness, which had become a growing concern in Streatham in the late 1980s. Initially providing a hot meal, clothing and advice to those who came for help, they have developed into an organisation that provides a range of services, including the Housing and Homeless Team and Woman’s Team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.