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Freelance Administrator Location: Sunderland (Office Based) Job Type: Freelance Hours: Full time Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience We are a growing social housing contractor based in Sunderland, delivering high-quality maintenance, refurbishment, and compliance services to housing providers across the region. We are looking for a reliable and organised Freelance Administrator to support our day-to-day operations. About the Role This is a varied administrative position that plays a key role in keeping our projects running smoothly. You'll be responsible for supporting the office with general administration, coordinating documentation, and ensuring excellent communication between clients, operatives, and management. Key Responsibilities General office administration and filing. Answering telephone calls and responding to emails. Scheduling appointments and coordinating works. Updating internal systems and maintaining accurate records. Processing purchase orders, invoices, and timesheets. Liaising with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and site operatives. Preparing reports and supporting contract managers with administrative tasks. Ensuring documentation is accurate and completed on time. Assisting with compliance paperwork and project documentation. Requirements Previous experience in an administrative role (experience within construction, property maintenance, or social housing is desirable). Excellent organisational and time management skills. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving

Competitive Salary & Discretionary Performance Bonus & Company Car Plan/Cash Allowance & Holidays (Buy, Sell and Accrual Scheme) & Company Pension & Private Healthcare & Life Assurance & Benefits With lots of exciting plans in the pipeline, there's never been a better time to join Avant Homes, let us tell you why… Avant Homes is a housebuilder operating in Scotland, the North East of England, across Yorkshire and the East and West Midlands. We have ambitious growth plans and are looking for passionate individuals to help us achieve them. Our mission is to provide affordable homes to our communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a product suitable for everyone. Avant Homes are proud to employ local people across our developments and within our regional offices, teamwork is key to everything that we do. We are looking for people who want to be a part of something special, so why not start the foundations and build your career with us today? Due to continued success and future business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our North East Head office in Sunderland. We welcome applications at all levels from assistant through to senior level and are keen to speak with candidates who are looking to develop or take the next steps in their career. The Role Are you an experienced and knowledgeable Quantity Surveyor who possesses excellent relationship building and communication skills? Are you organised, analytical and have a good attention to detail? If the answer is yes, then look no further, your next career could be with us! Key duties and requirements Joining the team as our Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for but not limited to; Producing and managing accurate and sustainable cash flows and budget financial information to support the valuation process as per Group policies and processes. Ensuring Group policies and processes are followed and reported fully on all development/ build-related expenditure adding value to the wider business and delivering the commercial objectives of the Region. Managing working partnerships with Housing Associations, third party providers and sub-contractors to ensure that all contractual terms are met and ensure that all orders are placed, managed and settled as per Group policies and processes. Engaging fully in the process of determining and agreeing site start programmes and timescales. Assisting in the production of comprehensive Commercial reports/estimates for inclusion in Land Appraisals. Achieving the payment and valuation reporting timetable. Actively managing communications and operational interfaces with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the regional business plan. Authorising and committing expenditure on the COINS system up to the Group approval limit. Producing key status reports and updates on all KPIs relating to the commercial function. Ensuring that the Company maximises its compliance with Group product, specification, and deals.Who are we looking for? As well as being able to demonstrate your experience within the Quantity Surveying field, you must also possess an aptitude to combine strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to relate to all levels of staff within our business whilst also maintaining a keen desire to work in a quality driven business. The ideal candidate will also convey a flexible attitude in relation to business needs. A full UK driving licence. Knowledge and experience within the Quantity Surveying field ideally with a key focus on new homes A good understanding of the financial implications of the methods and sequences of build. Good Financial/Commercial awareness & Technical knowledge within the Construction IndustryWhat will you get in return? Discretionary bonus Company car plan/cash allowance Buy, sell and accrual holiday scheme Private Health care Company Pension Life Assurance Other Benefits including our exclusive Avant discount platformIf this sounds like you, join us and be a part of Avant's future success! Please note: we reserve the right to fill this vacancy and/or remove this advert prior to the vacancy end date

An established property and construction consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its Sunderland office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for a varied portfolio of projects across the North East while supporting clients, developing junior team members and contributing to business growth. The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will deliver a full range of pre and post-contract services across commercial, healthcare, local authority, residential and education projects. Schemes range from refurbishments and extensions through to major new-build developments, public realm improvements and infrastructure works. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will: Lead projects from inception through to completion Prepare cost plans, estimates and tender documentation Manage procurement processes and analyse contractor submissions Undertake valuations, cost reporting and change control Administer contracts and provide Employer's Agent services Manage project budgets, financial risks and final accounts Attend and chair client, design team and contractor meetings Support and mentor Assistant and Consultant Quantity Surveyors Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to selected business development activityProjects are located across the North East, with the role based from the Sunderland office. The consultancy aims to keep team members involved throughout the full project lifecycle, supporting consistent delivery and professional development. The attached specification also highlights responsibility for financial management, tendering, contract advice, project certification and final account settlement. The Company The organisation is a well-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering services for public and private-sector clients. Its portfolio includes offices, colleges, hospitals, GP facilities, university buildings, affordable housing, infrastructure and public realm schemes. The Person The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will have: A degree in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent construction-related qualification Strong consultancy or client-side quantity surveying experience Excellent knowledge of procurement routes and building contracts Experience delivering both pre and post-contract services Strong commercial, communication and client-facing skills A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle MRICS status is preferred, although an experienced non-chartered candidate will be considered What's in it for you? £36,000 - £45,000+ 28 Days holiday + Bank holidays Health insurance Hybrid working Generous Pension Plan Life assurance Mobile and Laptop Car allowance Regular socials Cycle to work scheme Supportive culture Flexible working conditions Great work-life balance Income protection Internal training programmes Death in Service contribution Health & Wellness programme If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James. (phone number removed) Reference #DJ1109 Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy

About the role Earn £26,300 per annum plus great benefits including Health Cash Plan Home, a place where you belong This is a great opportunity to join our team. Youll support our customers, ensuring their homes are safe and well maintained. Providing a housing management service, youll support them to manage and maintain their tenancy and rent accounts with the aim of helping them move on to a secure, long-term accommodation! What youll do Customer group - insert any extra details here. Making sure that our customers properties are homes they can be proud of, youll support your customers by engaging and involving them in their tenancies. Help our customers with housing benefit claims, making sure that these are received on their rent account. To support the next customers who needs our help and for maximum occupancy, youll turn around vacant or void rooms / bed spaces / properties within set timescales. This will involve picking up a broom or paint brush! Youll carry out and record the routine safety and compliance checks in our buildings and communities making sure were compliant. Youll also manage the admin updating records, ordering, and arranging payment for works to be done Why join us? This is more than a job, its a place where you feel valued. You get great training, support from friendly colleagues and a chance to make a real difference every day. Be part of one of the UKs top Great Places to Work! We cant offer a CoS for this role. You have A background in property management, but thats not a deal breaker! Perhaps youve worked in an environment with compliance and health and safety checks? A can do positive attitude, youre proactive and well organised, and able to work on your initiative. A passion for delivering excellent customer service and a genuine desire to help your customers. The ability to work on your own initiative, positively influencing people from all different backgrounds. Confidence working collaboratively with colleagues in other parts of the business as well as with external partners Passion for property and get a thrill out of knowing that your properties are the best they can be for our customers! The practical bits Working Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Based at our service in Sunderland with occasional travel Able to use technology for creating and updating support plans, making benefit claims and doing tenancy signs ups. Youll need an Enhanced DBS check done and we pay for that. Stronger together We do our best work when were ourselves. Thats why inclusion, wellbeing, and our diversity networks help make Home Group a great place to work! Whats in it for you? 34 days leave, rising to 39 (this includes bank holidays and a me day). Health cash plan saving you (and your children) £1140+ each year covering dental, opticians, prescriptions and more Matching pension contribution (up to 7% and life insurance of 3x basic salary) Instant pay access with Stream 800+ discounts on shops, holidays, days out, tech and more Finally For reasonable adjustments email . Roles can close early, so dont delay applying. If you cant see the Job Description at the top of this page, click APPLY to view it on our pages and find out more about us. TPBN1_UKTJ

About the role Pay £27,500 per annum pro rata, plus great benefits including Health Cash Plan Home, a place where you belong This is a great opportunity to join our team. As our Housing and Property Lead, youll focus on tenancy support for our customers, ensuring their homes are safe and well maintained. Providing a housing management service, youll support them to manage and maintain their tenancy and rent accounts with the aim of helping them move on to a secure, long-term accommodation! What you'll do Making sure that our customers properties are homes they can be proud of, youll support your customers by engaging and involving them in their tenancies. Help our customers with housing benefit claims, making sure that these are received on their rent account. Where there is a need, youll also issue and sign warning letters and notices which may lead to attending court. Getting rooms ready for the next customers who needs our help and for maximum occupancy, youll turn around vacant or void rooms / bed spaces / properties within set timescales. Ensuring we are health and safety compliant and that maintenance standards are met. Why join us This is more than a job, its a place where you feel valued. You get great training, support from friendly colleagues and a chance to make a real difference every day. Be part of one of the UKs top Great Places to Work! We cant offer a CoS for this role. You have Experience in managing a housing caseload and handle landlord and housing management duties Know-how of re-letting of rooms or units, collecting rents, and taking formal tenancy action when needed. Able to take on a lead role within the team, offering guidance and support to your colleagues The ability to work on your own initiative, positively influencing people from all different backgrounds. A can do positive attitude, youre proactive and well organised, and able to work on your initiative. Confident working collaboratively with colleagues in other parts of the business as well as with external partners The practical bits Work pattern will be between 8.00am - 4.00pm Monday - Thursday Based at our service in Sunderland,there is an expectation you offer housing management support across other services in the area if required Able to use technology for creating and updating support plans, making benefit claims and doing tenancy signs ups, Youll need an Enhanced DBS check done and we pay for that. Stronger together We do our best work when were ourselves. Thats why inclusion, wellbeing, and our diversity networks help make Home Group a great place to work! Whats in it for you? 34 days leave, rising to 39 (including bank hols and a me day to use for whatever you fancy) 800+ discounts on shops, holidays, days out, tech and more Instant pay access with Stream Matching pension contribution (up to 7% and life insurance of 3x basic salary) Top 20 in the UK for Wellbeing Finally For reasonable adjustments email . Roles can close early, so dont delay applying. If you cant see the Job Description at the top of this page, click APPLY to view it on our pages and find out more about us. TPBN1_UKTJ

The role We are looking for a Care & Support Worker to join us here at Southern Housing on the Isle of Wight! You will work as part of a team providing personalised care and support to residents and people who use our services in line with established care and support plans. The Care & Support Worke

About usSouthdown delivers a range of Housing Support services across Sussex, including outreach and move-on support, rapid rehousing, mental health supported accommodation, accommodation and support for people who have experienced rough sleeping, homelessness prevention suppo.

Seeking a Housing Support Worker in Hastings to assist residents with personalized support plans, housing benefits, rent payments, and property standards.

HOUSING RELATED SUPPORT PLANNER - COMMUNITY RECOVERY TEAM, LINCOLNSHIRE, PERMANENT, 37HRS, GRADE 3, £25,235, FTE. Do you have some Support Work experience or lived experience?.

Supports individuals experiencing homelessness by providing street outreach and move-on/tenancy support, focusing on mental health, substance dependency, and trauma-informed care.

Support Worker needed in Woking to provide specialist support for adults with learning disabilities.

Seeking a Housing Support Worker/Resettlement Officer to assist vulnerable individuals into stable accommodation and independent living.

We're searching for a compassionate and motivated Housing Support Worker to join our team, supporting young people across our accommodation services and within the community. Providing young people with flexible, person-centred support, this position assists with securing and sustaining housing, imp

Seeking a resilient Housing Support Officer to empower clients to develop independence and daily living skills through housing management and daily support, aiming for positive outcomes.

Our supported housing service consists of 21 self-contained apartments across three sites, providing a safe, welcoming environments for people with complex xdjnayx needs and housing-related su. Are you a compassionate, motivated individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of others? We

Provide housing support and outreach services to individuals, including those experiencing homelessness, with early morning and standard weekday shifts.

This role involves supporting individuals experiencing homelessness to move away from rough sleeping by providing street outreach and accommodation support.

Provide emotional and practical support to young clients aged 16-25 in a supported housing environment, aiming to empower them towards independence and address issues like homelessness, domestic violence, and mental health.

Supporting the customer to manage their anxieties and frustrations, using Positive Behaviour Support and Autism-specific approaches;. Driving licence and a willingness to drive as part of support duties. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers eac

Key responsibilities - To support him to enjoy life & encourage him to develop life skills To assist the service manager as directed in the daily running & management of the service & induct new team members, staff supervisions & appraisals, annual leave & recording sickness, documentation for suppo

What's on Offer: Salary up to £40,000, depending on experience Opportunity to join a growing and successful organisation Company pension 30 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) Additional annual leave after 1 years service Supportive and collaborative working environment Career develo

A major part of your role will be to enable and support people to remain as independent as possible by adopting a person centered approach in an environment that feels like home. The successful candidate will provide physical support and personal care to the residents of the home.

Current production support, supporting Manufacturing teams with technical problem solving activities, whether related to breakdown or chronic issues. The Job youll do Lead on-shift technical team, ensuring planned maintenance activities are carried out, supporting breakdown activities and related re

Whether you're assisting with daily tasks, managing the kitchen, or supporting your team, your role is key in ensuring everything runs like clockwork. Learning & Development Opportunities Training to support your career growth.

What you'll need to succeed : Essential car user full driving license are required Experience of working in a social housing setting is essential Experience of working within a supported housing environment is desirable Whilst good working knowledge of housing practice, housing law and the principle

Duties and responsibilities of the Spare Parts Team Leader: Manage a personal portfolio of customer enquiries and parts orders from quotation through to invoice and close-out Act as the main escalation point for key customer relationships and supplier issues Maintain strong working relationships wit

The role requires the ability to supervise team members, identify and provide training for current and new employees whilst supporting the shift manager in running the operation. Key responsibilities Effectively support the Shift Manager with achieving all operational productivity and KPI targets by

Production Team Leader Washington Day Shift £16.Shift Pattern Overtime Permanent An automotive manufacturing business based in Sunderland, are looking for an enthusiastic Production Team Leader to join the Assembly department.The ideal candidate will have experience of assembling products within a

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external partners to optimise plant performance and support business objectives.

Team Leader Canning Line Location: Bedford Insight Employment is recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturing and warehousing business based in Bedford, for an experienced Team Leader to join their Canning Line operation. Supporting operational activities, including material handli

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

What You'll Be Doing: Visiting vulnerable and palliative clients in their own homes between 7am and 10pm Providing personal care with dignity and respect Supporting with medication management Assisting with meal preparation and nutrition Working solo or as part of a 2-person team depending on client

What we offer: 24/7 GP access for you, your partner, and children (up to 18) - because health should never be on hold Free mental health support for you, your partner, and children (up to 18) - support should be easy to access Life insurance - peace of mind when it matters most Home life advic

Your duties will include providing a high standard of care, assisting residents and promoting their independence whilst offering the support, assistance and comfort our residents in any aspects they may require. About Us Rewards and Benefits We support all our staff personally and professionally, an

More than support workers, care assistants or healthcare assistants - they are carers and companions all in one. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of every

We currently have an opportunity for Team Leader to join our Eothen Homes family, the successful candidate will be based in our care home in Whitley Bay.Day shift Team Leader hours will be 36 40 hours per week, on a 3 week rolling rota.As Team Leader you will be expected to manage residents medicat

As our kitchen assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our care homes kitchen. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart o

More than support workers, care assistants or healthcare assistants - they are carers and companions all in one. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of every

Key Responsibilities Deliver person-centred care with dignity and respect Support medication and clinical observations Assist with nutrition and epilepsy (training provided) Follow individual care plans Maintain accurate care records Work closely with families and healthcare professionals What W

We will support you with everything else! If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. More than support workers, care assistants or healthcare assistants - they are carers and companions all i

No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include: supporting people with their personal care assisting people at meal times understanding individual health and wellbeing needs encouraging and supporting people to take part in social activities, both in and out

Are you passionate about supporting young children and helping them thrive? Worldwide Education Recruitment is looking for enthusiastic and caring Nursery Assistants/Practitioner to join our team and support a variety of welcoming nursery settings across Bedforshire. What You'll Be Doing Supporti

As our kitchen assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our care homes kitchen. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart o

This opportunity includes working in a supportive hospital environment providing high-quality anesthesia care.