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Description Location: Hove, East SussexSalary : £13.49 per hour plus allowancesHours : 30 to 37 per weekAllowances (dependent on working times): Unsociable hours uplift: £4.51 extra per waking night shiftSleep-in shifts: £61 per shift (10pm7am)Sleep-in disturbance: If disturbed for 14 hours, you get the unsociable hours uplift plus normal hourly pay for time worked. If disturbed for 4+ hours, youre paid normal hourly rate for the entire shift plus the £4.51 allowance.Who are we:Southdown is a not-for-profit provider supporting 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities across Sussex. We run 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes.What youll be doing:Are you passionate about making a real difference? Were seeking a compassionate and adaptable Support Worker to help individuals live independently and with dignity. Your role involves encouraging clients to connect with their community through activities like walks, cinema, shopping, and café visits, alongside supporting daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care.Youll help build clients confidence and independence through empowering care in a rewarding role where no two days are the same.Previous experience in roles such as Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurse, or Mental Health Care Worker is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.The best thing about my job is the clients. Getting to know them, getting to know their characters and just enjoying life with them Karen, Southdown Support Worker.Service Description:Sackville Gardens is a supported living service for 5 adults with learning disabilities. The property is a new build, arranged over three floors of five self-contained flats each individually tailored. On the ground floor, there is a large communal lounge/kitchen, an office and staff toilet/shower room, and a very large lawned back garden with a small patio area suitable for wheelchair users. The building is in a quiet road near amenities in Hove and the seafront, and very close to public transport.Our clients are supported to lead active, fulfilling lives and are supported to make the most of their local community while developing each clients choice, control and independence.You will be based at Sackville Gardens service but may be required to work at other locations as and when needed.Perks and benefits: Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover.Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets.Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors.Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service.25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (or paid time in lieu for any bank holidays worked)Knowledge, skills and experience What you need for the role: A patient, empathetic approachCompletion of Southdowns training in health & social care, moving and handling, Positive Behaviour Support, safeguarding, and health protocolsWillingness to support intimate and personal care needsEnhanced DBS check (paid for by Southdown)A full manual driving licence is essential to operate service vehicles and support community accessWhat would be nice: Experience supporting people with physical or cognitive disabilities, learning disabilities, or mental health issuesExperience handling challenging behaviourKnowledge of medication administration and record-keepingPrevious professional or personal care experienceFamiliarity with Makaton or other non-verbal communication methodsAdditional Requirements (sometimes needed) Physical ability to assist with mobility (e.g., pushing wheelchairs, supporting bathing) and participate in activities like long walksDue to the nature of care, the post may sometimes be restricted to applicants of a particular sex in line with the Equality Act 2010, depending on client needsTraining: Full training is provided, so no prior experience is necessary. Youll gain qualifications and develop your skills with the largest housing, care, and support provider in Sussex.How to apply: Please click on the Apply Now button and fill out our simple one-page application form.Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and an appointment may be made before the advertisement is closed if a suitable candidate is identified.We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you a talented barrister, solicitor or legal executive (qualified in England and Wales) who is interested in commercial contracts and procurement work in a local government setting? Come and join our award-winning Legal Services team by the sea!You will have a real impact providing legal solution-focused advice and guidance relating to commercial contracts and at all stages of the procurement process and managing your own varied caseload of contracts and procurement work. Our team works on many exciting projects. Examples of work we have carried out recently include acting on a contract to enable the City to host last year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup tournament, providing commercial law support to a range of historic building restoration projects, acting on construction projects for new social housing regeneration schemes, acting on a contract for a city-wide EV chargers scheme and contracts for a flood and coastal risk management scheme.Contract: PermanentInterview date: To be confirmedPlease contact Eleanor.Richards@brighton-hove.gov.uk if you would like to discuss these roles.About the RoleWe are looking to recruit a qualified lawyer with relevant contracts and procurement experience to support this area of work, working as part of a supportive and dynamic Contracts and Procurement team. Excellent client care, communication skills, a positive attitude and a willingness to develop in the role are essential. The Council is an existing Unitary Authority and the Legal Services team is recognised by Lexcel as an excellent, well-led service. We have had many award successes, including winning the 2024 LLG Legal Team of the year. We can offer you a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working arrangements, a local government pension, minimum 26 days (pro rata) annual leave (plus bank holidays) and employee discount benefits. We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. We take diversity and inclusivity seriously and are looking to build a service which reflects the community which we represent. We are committed to attracting, retaining and developing our employees. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton & Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our fair and inclusive actions, our anti-racism strategy and the work we are doing to encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).Why work for us?As a council, we want to:• be connected• be confident• be innovative and creative• be diverse and inclusive • be healthy and psychologically safeFor more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit Why work for us which gives details of our wellbeing support, our benefits including leave and pensions as well as details of our training and development.How to applyPlease read our Apply for a job at the council pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to provide your education and career history and answer some application/shortlisting questions. Your answers to the application/shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our Shortlisting questions guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.AI advice for candidatesWe are interested in hearing about your experience and skills in your own words. While we value people who know how to use AI, we ask that you minimise using it in your application.We are keen to hear how your experience and skills align to our values and the skills and experience needed to perform well in our roles with clear real examples from you. To support you in this, we have guidance on using the STAR model which can help you ensure you are telling us your whole story. We also provide clarity on the skills we are looking for in our adverts and in the job description/person specification attached to each job advert.All the applications we receive are read by at least two hiring managers and we do not use AI in this process. Our experience of reading applications is that those that have heavily used AI contain generic paragraphs that are strikingly similar to other applicants’ responses. This makes it extremely difficult to differentiate between applications, and doesn't give us enough evidence of your individual skills. There is a risk that we will therefore not be able to shortlist you. Instead, we recommend you ensure your application stands out by presenting clear examples of your actual skills and experiences in your own words. Additional informationYour starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.Basis: Fixed HoursPackage: We are pleased to offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your wellbeing. You can read about them on our Why work for us pages.

Tenancy Housing Officer \n Location : Brighton (covering Central Brighton, Hove and Mid Sussex) \n Salary : £35,000 - £39,000 \n Would you like to join Hyde as a Tenancy Housing Officer? \n At Hyde, we believe everyone deserves a safe, secure and well-managed home. Our Tenancy Housing Officers play a vital frontline role in making this happen—supporting customers, tackling anti-social behaviour, and protecting the sustainability of our communities. \n What you’ll be doing \n\n • Leading and resolving ASB and tenancy enforcement cases from start to finish\n, • Conducting investigations, risk assessments and developing clear case plans\n, • Managing breaches including illegal occupation, abandonment and subletting\n, • Supporting sensitive cases involving safeguarding, domestic abuse and vulnerability\n, • Preparing high-quality legal documentation and attending court where necessary\n, • Working closely with police, local authorities, safeguarding teams and community partners\n, • Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with legislation and policy\n, • Identifying trends and contributing to service improvement and prevention strategies\n\n What we’re looking for \n We are seeking someone with strong experience in ASB and tenancy management, ideally within social housing or a similar regulated environment. \n You will also bring: \n\n • Strong investigative and case management skills\n, • Confidence handling complex, sensitive and sometimes confrontational situations\n, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust and de-escalate issues\n, • Experience working collaboratively across agencies and internal teams\n, • A methodical and evidence-led approach to decision making\n, • A commitment to delivering fair, proportionate and legally sound outcomes\n\n Why join Hyde? \n At Hyde, you’ll be part of an organisation that is ambitious, professional, and deeply committed to making a difference. We take pride in delivering high-quality housing services and building stronger communities. We own and manage 125,000 homes and are driven by a strong social purpose—creating safe, affordable homes and thriving communities. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in later living communities. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring customers feel safe, supported, and connected—while helping to shape thriving, inclusive neighbourhoods. \n Benefits \n\n • Excellent pension\n, • Generous holiday allowance\n, • Life assurance\n, • Flexible benefits platform\n, • Career development & learning support\n, • Volunteering days\n\n Diversity, inclusion and accessibility \n Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to life at Hyde. We’re committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to be themselves. Our aim is to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve, ensuring that different perspectives are represented in decision-making, service delivery, and the way we shape our organisation. By fostering an environment where all voices are heard and valued, we can better understand the needs of our communities and deliver services that are fair, accessible and impactful. \n As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. \n Please note: candidates will be required to complete an online psychometric assessment prior to interview. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified. \n Please note successful candidate will undergo a dbs check.

Role: Housing Litigation Solicitor \n Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): \n Regulated by the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas – “a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients”. A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. \n Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. \n We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. \n Housing Department Background: \n Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. \n Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. \n Main Responsibilities of the Role: \n\n • Report directly to Department Director\n, • Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members\n, • Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities\n, • Assisting with a diverse caseload of public and private housing matters, such as: Homelessness applications and appeals; Disrepair claims; Eviction and possession proceedings; Property ownership disputes; Unlawful eviction cases; Succession rights for tenants; Neighbourhood and anti-social behaviour issues.\n, • Conducting your own advocacy where appropriate\n, • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases\n, • Dealing with correspondence\n, • Maintaining accurate time costing procedures\n, • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly\n, • Ensuring compliance with file management\n\n Key Skills Required: \n\n • Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying\n, • Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals\n, • Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators\n, • Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues\n, • Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business\n, • Excellent analytical and organisational skills\n, • Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment\n, • Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases\n, • Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work\n, • Experience in own advocacy is an advantage\n, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills\n\n What we offer \n\n • A fantastic supportive team\n, • Strong career progression with support for legal awards and professional recognition\n, • Attractive salary package with supervision bonus*\n\n The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. \n Equal Opportunities: \n Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce \n We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. \n APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Housing Solicitor Director | Hybrid role | Brighton | Salary: £70+k p.a., DOE \n Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): \n Regulated by the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas – “a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients”. A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. \n Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. \n Housing Department Background: \n Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. \n Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. \n Main Responsibilities of the Role: \n\n • Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met\n, • Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members\n, • Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.\n, • Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities\n, • Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department\n, • Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy\n, • Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.\n, • Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency\n, • Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence\n, • You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company\n\n Key Skills Required: \n\n • Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying\n, • 3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential\n, • Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years\n, • Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this\n, • Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying\n, • Strong management skills\n, • Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals\n, • Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators\n, • Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues\n, • Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business\n, • Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases\n, • Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work\n, • Experience in own advocacy is an advantage\n, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills; and able to use HR systems\n, • Experience within the legal sector is preferable\n, • Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company\n\n What we offer \n\n • A fantastic supportive team\n, • Excellent progression opportunities\n, • Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition\n\n The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. \n Equal Opportunities: \n Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce \n We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. \n APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Role: Housing Litigation Solicitor - Director position - Brighton | 3years+ PQE | Salary £70,000+ p.a. , DOE \n Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitor Director for highly sought permanent position. \n Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. \n Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. \n Housing Department Background: \n Our client’s Housing team, ranked by The Legal 500 directory for its services across England and Wales, provides assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. Their practitioners are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. Our client offers lawyer supported dispute resolution or alternative dispute resolution (ADR) as a means to resolve housing disrepair matters. Their department also regularly represents clients in the courts for unlawful eviction, possession proceedings and prepare applications for judicial review in cases of homelessness. \n Main Responsibilities of the Role: \n\n • Report directly to the Board and collaborate to ensure performance targets are achieved.\n, • Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members\n, • Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.\n, • Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities\n, • Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department\n, • Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy\n, • Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.\n, • Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency\n, • Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence\n, • You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company.\n\n Key Skills Required: \n\n • 3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential\n, • Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years\n, • Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this\n, • Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying\n, • Strong management skills\n, • Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals\n, • Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators\n, • Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues\n, • Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business\n, • Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases\n, • Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work\n, • Experience in own advocacy is an advantage\n, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems\n, • Experience within the legal sector is preferable\n, • Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company\n\n On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. \n The Company supports hybrid working in line with its policy. Please note that a minimum of three days per week in the office is mandatory. \n About Gemini Recruitment and Equal opportunities: \n Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. \n By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Housing Litigation Solicitors - | Brighton | NQ - 3years PQE | Salary £46,500 - £55,000 p.a. DOE \n A Legal 500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitors for highly sought permanent position. \n Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. \n Housing Department Background: \n Our client’s Housing team, ranked by The Legal 500 directory for its services across England and Wales, provides assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. Their practitioners are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. Our client offers lawyer supported dispute resolution or alternative dispute resolution (ADR) as a means to resolve housing disrepair matters. Their department also regularly represents clients in the courts for unlawful eviction, possession proceedings and prepare applications for judicial review in cases of homelessness. \n Main Duties and Responsibilities \n\n • Report directly to Department Director\n, • Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members\n, • Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities\n, • Assisting with a diverse caseload of public and private housing matters, such as: Homelessness applications and appeals, Disrepair claims, Eviction and possession proceedings, Property ownership disputes, Unlawful eviction cases, Succession rights for tenants, Neighbourhood and anti-social behaviour issues.\n, • Conducting your own advocacy where appropriate\n, • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases\n, • Dealing with correspondence\n, • Maintaining accurate time costing procedures\n, • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly\n, • Ensuring compliance with file management\n\n Key Skills Required \n\n • Qualified Solicitor with NQ to 3+ years' PQE and a valid Practising Certificate.\n, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a commitment to excellent client service.\n, • Proactive, adaptable, and motivated to take on new challenges and grow professionally.\n, • Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators\n, • Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerabilities client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities\n, • Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business\n, • Excellent analytical and organizational skills\n, • Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment\n, • Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work and have the ability to service privately funded cases\n, • Have extensive experience in dealing with Housing related work\n, • Experience in own advocacy is an advantage\n, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills\n\n This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. \n What we offer: \n\n • A fantastic supportive team\n, • Strong career progression with support for legal awards and professional recognition\n, • Attractive salary package with supervision bonus\n\n On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. \n About Gemini Recruitment and Equal opportunities: \n Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. \n By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Job Title: Community Engagement Manager \n Contract Length: Initially 3-6 months cover \n Location: East Sussex \n \n The Community Engagement Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the resident, tenant and community engagement agenda. The postholder leads the development of engagement strategies, ensures residents have a strong voice in housing and community services, and drives initiatives that improve participation, inclusion and service outcomes across the city. \n \n Working closely with senior leaders, elected members, community organisations and residents, the role oversees a team of engagement professionals, manages significant budgets and partnerships, and ensures compliance with statutory engagement requirements. The position also acts as the lead expert on community engagement, championing innovative approaches that strengthen community involvement and improve residents' social and economic wellbeing. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n 1. Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of the Tenant and Leaseholder Engagement Strategy. \n 1. Drive strategic and operational resident and community engagement initiatives across the city. \n 1. Manage, develop and motivate a high-performing community engagement team. \n 1. Design and deliver engagement programmes that increase participation from diverse, underrepresented and minority communities. \n 1. Build and maintain effective partnerships with public sector, voluntary, community and business stakeholders. \n 1. Provide strategic advice and policy leadership on community engagement, volunteering and resident participation to senior leaders and elected members. \n 1. Ensure compliance with statutory engagement obligations, including Housing Act requirements and relevant legislation. \n 1. Develop robust performance management, evaluation and quality assurance frameworks to measure impact and value for money. \n 1. Manage service budgets, grant funding and externally funded projects, ensuring strong financial governance and accountability. \n 1. Represent and deputise for the Head of Communities, Equality and Third Sector at internal, external, regional and national forums. \n \n Essential Skills & Requirements \n 1. Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience. \n 1. Extensive knowledge of community engagement, resident participation, volunteering and relevant national/local legislation. \n 1. Proven experience leading, managing and empowering high-performing teams. \n 1. Strong experience delivering collaborative programmes that improve outcomes for residents and communities. \n 1. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, conflicting stakeholder interests and achieve consensus. \n 1. Experience developing performance frameworks, KPIs, benchmarking and service evaluation processes. \n 1. Significant budget management and financial accountability experience. \n 1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations. \n 1. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills across elected members, residents, community groups and partner organisations. \n 1. Strong understanding of equality, inclusion and the needs of disadvantaged or underrepresented communities, alongside awareness of the political and legal context of local government. \n \n Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Grace Eyre is one of the oldest and most innovative charities in the UK. Were committed to supporting a range of people, including people with an acquired brain injury, physical disabilities, learning disability and autistic people.Our mission is to provide good homes and pioneering support, connections and experiences led by Our Charter , where voice, choice, growth and happiness lead the way.Are you an experienced social care leader who is passionate about high-quality, person-centred support?We are excited to be recruiting a Supported Living Scheme Manager for our brand-new specialist service in Hove. This unique development provides high-quality, long-term affordable housing for people living with acquired brain injuries and/or physical disabilities, supporting residents to live independently in a safe, accessible and welcoming community.The scheme comprises 28 beautifully designed, fully accessible purpose-built apartments, each with its own private entrance and outdoor space or balcony. Residents will also benefit from our inviting communal areas, including a ground-floor community lounge, an additional shared space on the upper floor, and a stunning rooftop garden offering panoramic views across Hove. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping a vibrant new service and making a lasting difference to peoples lives.In this varied and rewarding role, you will manage and support a staff team to provide safe, responsive and empowering services that promote independence, choice and wellbeing. You will lead from the front, model good practice and maintain high standards through supervision and quality monitoring.You will work closely with housing providers, families, professionals and community groups organising social events and activities and create a positive, vibrant living environment where people feel safe, connected and proud of where they live.The successful candidate will have proven leadership skills, experience of managing services for people with complex needs, strong organisational skills and confidence using relevant IT systems. You will understand key social care legislation, including safeguarding and mental capacity, and be able to evidence quality and compliance in line with regulatory requirements.An NVQ4/QCF5 in Leadership and Management, Registered Managers Award, or willingness to work towards the required qualification is essential.If you are proactive, compassionate and committed to developing people and services, we would love to hear from you.Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:No applicant for employment or employee will be treated less favourably than another on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership or pregnancy & maternity, and we encourage applications from people with learning disabilities or identify with being on the autistic spectrum/neurodiverse.Staff benefits include:Enhanced holiday entitlementOne paid celebration day a yearCost of living support package such as rental deposit schemeCycle to work schemeGenerous refer-a-friend schemeOne paid volunteering day a yearFree Blue Light CardEnhanced sick payEnhanced employer pension contributionEnhanced death in serviceEmployee AssistanceElectric Car SchemeTraining and development opportunitiesFlexible working opportunities.We are also:A real living wage employerAccredited as a Disability Confident LeaderAccredited silver as an Investors in People employerWe will handle any personal information you provide via this form in accordance with our privacy policySuccessful applicants will be required to provide details of 2 referees. One must be your most recent employer, however if you have not undertaken employed work before, a reference from voluntary work, educational facility or personal reference can be accepted. You must also undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure and provide proof of your right to work in the UK.You can also apply by completing an accessible application form. If you need one of these please email to request one.TPBN1_UKTJ

Site Manager - Brighton Internal Planned Maintenance - Social Housing Up to £55,000 Plus Package Our Client, a leading nationwide construction contractor are currently looking for an experienced site manager to join their planned works division on a 10 year framework.

We are currently seeking an experienced Plumber Multi Trader to join a busy repairs and maintenance team working within occupied social housing properties across Hastings. Proven experience working as a Plumber Multi Trader within repairs and maintenance.

Description Location: Office base in Brighton with travel across East and West Sussex. Salary: £26,587 per year (Based on 37 hours per week) Hours: Minimum of 30 to a maximum of 37 hours per week available About Southdown Southdown provides a range of affordable housing, from temporary accommodation to more permanent homes. As a supported housing landlord, we help tenants manage their tenancies and maintain their homes, with specialised learning disability support also available to residents. Recognised as the UKs Best Supported Housing Landlord at the 2024 Affordable Housing Awards, we are proud our 99.8% compliance with the Decent Homes Standard across our 502 properties, ensuring all tenants have safe, warm and well-maintained homes What youll be doing: The Housing Assistant, Supported Living will take responsibility for the property maintenance aspects of our housing management function as well as having an input into a variety of low-level tenancy management issues. You will be working with the Housing Officer, Supported Living and will have a joint responsibility for ensuring all housing management duties and responsibilities across the Supported Living Services at met. You will also work in partnership with the support teams in the Supported Living Services and visit tenants in their homes across East and West Sussex. Were looking for an organised and customer focused individual, who will make a positive difference to Southdowns tenants. In return, we offer a rewarding job where no two days are the same and youll have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop. We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities or in roles such as Housing Officer, Supported Housing Assistant, Accommodation Assistant, Tenant Support Officer, Customer Service Advisor, Customer Service Assistant, Teaching Assistant, people with transferable skills looking for a positive change. However, this is not essential and full training will be provided. One of the most uplifting and satisfying jobs I have done, helping people making a positive difference for them - Kristian, Housing Assistant Perks and benefits: • Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover., • Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car., • Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets., • Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors., • Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service., • 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays. Skills, Knowledge & ExperienceWhat you need for the role:, • Customer-focused with excellent communication skills, • Problem solving skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using a database, • Attention to detail, able to maintain accurate records, • An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown, • A full driving licence is essential along with access to your own car or a car insured for you for business use. What would be nice: • Knowledge of the social housing sector, including health and safety and safeguarding protocols, • An understanding of landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities, • Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs TrainingOur award winning in house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply: Please click on the Apply Now button and fill out our simple one-page application form. The application closing date is 26 August and interviews will be held on 2 September. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. JBRP1_UKTJ

We are looking for a part-time, Scheme Manager who has a passion for delivering great services to our residents in Mayfield and Heathfield. Responsibilities include: • Dealing with day to day enquires relating to the scheme, • Monitoring the welfare of residents and contacting necessary agencies where appropriate, • Ensuring the general Health and Safety within the scheme and to carry out and document all Health and Safety checks, • Monitor the expenditure of the scheme budget, keeping within budgetary limitations, • Receiving and processing any repair works and monitoring their progress, • Liaising with outside agencies and suppliers, • Managing any potential complaints (e.g. anti social behaviour cases), • Monitoring cleaning, gardening and other contractors' performance when on site, ensuring that works are completed to a satisfactory standard, • Responsible for management of void properties, ensuring that re-let targets are metCandidate Requirements, • Certificate in Supported Housing, Charted Institute of Housing or equivalent (preferred but not essential), • Knowledge of Housing Benefit/Supporting People requirements and criteria, • A wide knowledge of health and social issues that may affect our residents, • At least two years Housing experience in a similar or related field (essential), • Ability to deal with challenging and emergency situations in a calm manner, • Excellent customer service and communication skills, • GCSE level C (or equivalent qualification) in Maths and English (essential), • The ability to drive with access to your own vehicle is essential due to the organisation being multi-site across Sussex within some rural areas Hours of work are Monday to Friday (25 hours per week, 5 hours per day to approx. 8am 1pm) Locations • St. Thomas of Canterbury Court, Mayfield, East Sussex, TN20 6BQ (20 hours per week), • Waldron Court, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21 8NZ (5 hours per week) Benefits • 25 days' annual leave (excluding bank Holidays, pro rated for part-time staff), • Contributory pensions scheme, with employer contributions, • Dedicated Employee Assistance Program (providing confidential support and advice), • Refer a Friend bonus, • Free onsite parking available at both schemes PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT OFFERING SPONSORSHIP JBRP1_UKTJ

The Client Im currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing social housing contractor based in Warrington, who are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support their Multiple Social Housing New Build Projects across Manchester, Cheshire and Lancashire. This is a great opportunity to join a stable business with a strong pipeline of work across the North West. The Role Youll be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of multiple projects, including: New Build Housing Internal & external refurbishments Kitchen and bathroom replacements Cost control and commercial reporting Preparing and agreeing valuations Managing subcontractor accounts CVRs and final accounts Procurement and cost forecasting Working closely with operational teams to maximise project performance The Client My client is looking for someone who can hit the ground running in a social housing environment, ideally with: Proven experience as a Project / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor within Speculative or Social housing Strong knowledge of Residential Commercially astute and detail-focused Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Full UK driving licence preferred The Package Salary of £50,000 £60,000 depending on experience Attractive benefits package Long-term, secure workload Supportive and growing commercial team Vast opportunity for progression within the business JBRP1_UKTJ

To provide management support and advice to Group Facilitators, Volunteers, Social Work Students to help them develop their role in providing support to service users. A strong working knowledge of housing, community care, mental health, health and safety, and welfare benefits legislation is essenti

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Roofer to join a well-established social housing contractor covering the Hastings area. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for a skilled Roofer with experience carrying out repairs and maintenance works within occupied and void social housing pro

We are currently seeking an experienced Plumber Multi Trader to join a busy repairs and maintenance team working within occupied social housing properties across Hastings. Proven experience working as a Plumber Multi Trader within repairs and maintenance.

We are currently seeking an experienced Plumber Multi Trader to join a busy repairs and maintenance team working within occupied social housing properties across Hastings. Proven experience working as a Plumber Multi Trader within repairs and maintenance.

Domestic Abuse Support Worker* Location: Brighton & Hove Salary : £27,976 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week) Brighton Women's Refuge is a safe haven for women and their children, fleeing domestic abuse. As a Domestic Abuse Support Worker , you'll manage a caseload of customers who have complex needs, through their journey with Stonewater's supported housing service, ensuring a strengths based, trauma informed approach that enables them to realise their potential. You'll work closely with key partners, delivering quality, outcome focused coaching support sessions in one-to-one and group settings, providing both emotional and practical support. This will include sessions on keeping safe, healthy relationships, substance use, mental health and wellbeing, finance and budget management, and employment skills. You'll ensure that our customers are supported to stay safe and are aware of their rights to legal protection for themselves whilst identifying and signposting customers to any other services that they may benefit from that is available from partner agencies. The ideal candidate will: • Have proven experience of working with people who have multiple complex needs and/or domestic abuse. Have experience of completing CAADA DASH risk assessments and carrying out robust safety planning. Have an understanding of the practical, emotional, economic and social issues of those experiencing domestic abuse, particularly those who have complex needs. Have proven complex case management experience, with a clear focus on outcomes for customers and their wider community. Have the ability to record concise, accurate case notes and support paperwork. Be able to demonstrate partnership working with specialist agencies such as mental health teams, offending services or other relevant services. Have knowledge of housing and benefits advice. Have experience of using a housing management system or other similar software. Have exceptional communication skills. *Female applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 - Section 9 - Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement * Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We're looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people's lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application. https://careers.stonewater.org/jobs/7985763-domestic-abuse-support-worker?promotion=2075363-trackable-share-link-jobsite-total-jobs

Daniel Owen are a recruitment company that specialise in placing people within the maintenance, construction, engineering & rail industries. We are currently working on behalf of a large Housing Association. They are currently looking for a Groundworker to carry out day to day reactive works to occupied and void properties within the Brighton and surroudning areas. The successful candidate will have experience working within the Social Housing sector. Please send your CV for consideration. Tags: Groundworker, Fencer, Paver, Groundworking, Bricklaying LON123

Resident Liaison Officer Location: Brighton Job Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive We are working with a growing construction business specialising in cladding remediation projects, who are looking to appoint a Resident Liaison Officer on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity to join a growing business with a friendly and supportive working environment, where you will play an important role in maintaining strong relationships with residents throughout live construction projects. The Role As a Resident Liaison Officer, you will act as the main point of contact for residents, keeping them informed throughout the works and helping to ensure projects run smoothly. Key responsibilities will include: • Acting as the main point of contact for residents throughout the project, • Keeping residents informed about upcoming works, access requirements and programme changes, • Carrying out resident visits and maintaining regular communication, • Dealing with queries, concerns and complaints in a professional manner, • Liaising with site teams, subcontractors and management to resolve issues, • Supporting residents who may be affected by the works, • Maintaining accurate records of resident communication and enquiries, • Assisting with newsletters, notices and other resident communications, • Building positive relationships with residents and ensuring a high level of customer service About You The ideal candidate will have: • Previous experience as a Resident Liaison Officer, Customer Liaison Officer or similar role, • Experience working within construction, refurbishment or social housing would be advantageous, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • A professional and approachable manner, • Strong organisational and administrative skills, • The ability to deal with difficult situations calmly and professionally, • Good attention to detail and accurate record keeping, • A proactive approach and the ability to work closely with site teams This is a great opportunity to join a growing business specialising in cladding remediation, offering a permanent position within a friendly team and the opportunity to develop with the company. If this role is of interest, please reach out directly to Charles Howe of Tradeline Recruitment

Rough Sleeper Services Commissioning Officer Location: Hybrid Working- Hove, BN3 (with travel to other sites as required) Rate: £25.00 per hour Contract: ASAP Start - Mid February 2027 Hours: Full Time- 35 hours per week The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Rough Sleeper Services Commissioning Officer to support a key local authority homelessness programme focused on improving outcomes for rough sleepers and single homeless individuals requiring support and accommodation. This is an excellent opportunity for a commissioning professional who can work independently, engage senior stakeholders, and drive commissioning projects within a challenging but rewarding environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring services are person-centred, outcomes-focused, financially sustainable, and responsive to the needs of vulnerable residents. Key Responsibilities The role will focus on commissioning, performance management, and quality improvement across homelessness and rough sleeper services, including: Commissioning & Service Development Lead and support commissioning and recommissioning projects. Review and develop service specifications and commissioning intentions. Conduct options appraisals and develop business cases and project plans. Develop innovative services and sustainable markets that improve outcomes for homeless individuals. Work collaboratively with Housing, Adult Social Care, Health partners, providers, and the voluntary sector. Performance & Contract Management Monitor commissioned services and contract performance. Ensure robust performance frameworks and improvement plans are in place. Analyse and report on service performance and statutory returns. Support consultation and stakeholder engagement activities. Develop meaningful KPIs and performance measures. Quality Improvement Lead quality assurance and service improvement initiatives. Work with providers to develop and implement improvement plans. Oversee service quality monitoring across supported housing provision. Support safeguarding activities, investigations, and service improvement actions. Promote partnership working across Housing, Health, Adult Social Care, and external agencies. Essential Experience We are looking for candidates with substantial commissioning experience within: Housing/ Homelessness Supported Accommodation Public Health Adult Social Care Other related Local Authority services You will need experience in: Leading commissioning projects independently Service redesign and market development Contract and performance management Working within local authority governance and decision-making frameworks Desirable Experience Knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act, Care Act, Better Care Fund/Plan, and related legislation. Experience working within homelessness or rough sleeper services. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to make a massive difference in the lives of vulnerable people whilst helping shape services that support the local community's ambition to eradicate rough sleeping. You will work alongside senior leaders, service providers, and strategic partners to deliver lasting improvements across homelessness services. Apply today for an immediate start and the chance to contribute to a high-profile programme running through to February 2027. Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application

Strategic Procurement Manager Location: Hove, BN3 Working Pattern: Hybrid Rate: £21.17 per hour Contract: August - November 2026 Hours: 37 hours per week DBS Required /Housing Experience EssentialWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager to support a leading local authority procurement function within the Housing sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with significant experience in housing-related procurement, public sector tendering, and commercial project delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering strategic procurement plans, leading complex tenders, and driving value for money across major spend areas. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of strategic procurement plans and complex procurement projects. Manage large-scale tendering exercises and commercial initiatives from inception through to contract award. Advise senior stakeholders on the most appropriate procurement and market engagement strategies. Drive value for money, commercial innovation, and service improvement across housing-related spend areas. Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Regulations, council policies, and governance requirements. Promote and embed Social Value, Environmental Sustainability, and Modern Slavery considerations within procurement activity. Build effective relationships with internal departments, suppliers, partners, and elected members. Lead and support procurement staff, providing coaching, guidance, and professional development.Essential Requirements Significant procurement experience within Housing environments (essential). Strong experience managing complex procurement and tendering projects. Extensive knowledge of public sector procurement legislation, including PCR 2015 and Procurement Act 2023. Experience operating within public sector governance frameworks. Degree-level qualification, CIPS Level 5 (or equivalent experience) preferred.If you have the housing procurement experience, commercial expertise, and leadership skills, we'd love to hear from you. Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application

Daniel Owen are a recruitment company that specialise in placing people within the maintenance, construction, engineering & rail industries. We are currently working on behalf of a large Housing Association. They are currently looking for a Carpenter/Multi to carry out reactive repairs to tenanted properties within the social housing sector. The successful candidate will have experience working within the Social Housing sector. Van and fuel card will be supplied. Please send your CV for consideration. Tags;Carpenter,Carpentry,Multi Trade,Multi Trader LON123

What you'll do You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport. Using a tablet or laptop, you'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain. This is not a desk job. You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you. Some won't answer. Others will say no. That's completely normal and part of the role. But when someone says yes and shares their story? You'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives. What you'll earn £20-£30 per interview (typically), plus: • Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%) • Travel time at £4.68/hour (most projects) for travel to the area you are working in • Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles) • £250 bonus after your launch, then £250 more at two months and four months Average hourly rate: £15.12 (including holiday pay), with experienced interviewers earning more. What you'll need Essential: • Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car • Class 1 Business insurance • Right to work in the UK • Willingness to complete a DBS check • Reliable home broadband • Laptop or tablet with camera • Comfortable using basic technology • At least 18 hours available per week • Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends • Strong verbal and written English Personal qualities: • Good at talking to people• Friendly and professional • Resilient and confident • Self-motivated and independent • Having good time management and prioritising skills Who this suits This role is ideal if you've worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales or any customer-facing role. You don't need research experience. We're looking for reliable people who enjoy helping others and want flexible, part-time hours that fit around other commitments. This role requires the use of a personal vehicle for work purposes. Candidates must hold a valid driving licence and have appropriate business use car insurance in place. It is the individual’s responsibility to ensure that this insurance is valid and active prior to commencing employment and maintained throughout their engagement with NatCen. This role requires the use of a personal vehicle for work purposes. Candidates must hold a valid driving licence and have appropriate business use car insurance in place. It is the individual’s responsibility to ensure that this insurance is valid and active prior to commencing employment and maintained throughout their engagement with NatCen. Our process is quick and straightforward:· Apply online· Short online assessment (via Decision Agent - do it anytime, anywhere)· Final interview (includes a short role play)· Offer· Background checks (via Zinc)· Start work Need adjustments during the process? Contact: About Us We’re NatCen, the UK’s largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country. Skills, knowledge & expertise Job benefits About Sandbox

Strategic Procurement Manager Location: Brighton (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days WFH) Rate: £300–£500 per day DOE Contract: Interim (Initial 3-month contract with potential extension) Start Date: August 2026 We're currently recruiting for an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager to join a well-established public sector organisation on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in housing, property or construction procurement to lead the delivery of complex procurement projects and strategic category plans. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will be responsible for delivering high-value procurement activity from strategy through to contract award, ensuring compliance with current public procurement legislation while driving commercial value, innovation and service improvements. Key Responsibilities • Lead complex end-to-end procurement projects across major spend areas., • Develop procurement strategies and advise stakeholders on the most appropriate route to market., • Deliver compliant tender exercises in line with the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations., • Drive value for money, commercial innovation and continuous improvement., • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, suppliers and external partners., • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, including Social Value, Environmental Sustainability and Modern Slavery requirements., • Support contract mobilisation and contribute to effective contract management. About You • Significant public sector procurement experience, ideally within a local authority environment., • Essential experience of housing, property, repairs & maintenance, construction or facilities management procurement., • Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015., • Proven experience delivering complex end-to-end procurement projects., • Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders., • Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills., • CIPS qualification (or equivalent experience) is desirable. Additional Information • Hybrid working – 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (some flexibility available)., • Standard DBS required., • Immediate start available. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy procurement team and play a key role in delivering strategic procurement projects that will have a tangible impact across the organisation. If you have the required public sector procurement and housing experience, we'd love to hear from you

Supporting People on Recovery Navigator - Sussex - Part Time Location: Sussex Salary: £20,800 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you passionate about helping people rebuild their lives and believe that change is always possible? We’re looking for a Supporting People on Recovery Navigator to join our Sussex team working part-time, 28 hours per week. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make a real difference every day. You’ll support people on probation to overcome barriers, rebuild relationships, improve wellbeing, and move forward into a better future. What You’ll Be Doing No two days are the same. You could be: Delivering 1:1 support and group interventions Helping service users access healthcare, housing, or community support Supporting people before release from prison Building action plans alongside Probation Practitioners Encouraging positive lifestyle change and healthier relationships Keeping accurate records and ensuring safeguarding at all times Travelling across Sussex locations including Brighton, Hastings, Worthing, Crawley, Littlehampton, HMP Ford and HMP Lewes What We’re Looking For You may come from probation, prisons, police, education, health, social care, counselling, coaching, or bring valuable life experience and transferable skills. We’d love to hear from you if you are: Passionate about helping others succeed Great at building rapport and trust Organised and confident managing caseloads Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Creative, flexible and solution-focused Motivated to achieve high standards and positive outcomes Committed to the belief that another life is possible What You Need Experience or transferable skills in support planning, assessments, record keeping or delivering interventions Strong communication and relationship-building skills Willingness to travel daily across Sussex Full UK driving licence desirable We’re a leading charity changing lives across the UK. With a passionate national team and many colleagues with lived experience, we know recovery and rehabilitation are possible. If you want a meaningful role where every day counts, we’d love to hear from you. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6- 16 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Supporting People on Recovery Navigator - Sussex - Part Time Location: Sussex Salary: £20,800 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you passionate about helping people rebuild their lives and believe that change is always possible? We're looking for a Supporting People on Recovery Navigator to join our Sussex team working part-time, 28 hours per week. This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to make a real difference every day. You'll support people on probation to overcome barriers, rebuild relationships, improve wellbeing, and move forward into a better future. What You'll Be Doing No two days are the same. You could be: • Delivering 1:1 support and group interventions Helping service users access healthcare, housing, or community support Supporting people before release from prison Building action plans alongside Probation Practitioners Encouraging positive lifestyle change and healthier relationships Keeping accurate records and ensuring safeguarding at all times Travelling across Sussex locations including Brighton, Hastings, Worthing, Crawley, Littlehampton, HMP Ford and HMP Lewes What We're Looking For You may come from probation, prisons, police, education, health, social care, counselling, coaching, or bring valuable life experience and transferable skills. We'd love to hear from you if you are: • Passionate about helping others succeed Great at building rapport and trust Organised and confident managing caseloads Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Creative, flexible and solution-focused Motivated to achieve high standards and positive outcomes Committed to the belief that another life is possible What You Need • Experience or transferable skills in support planning, assessments, record keeping or delivering interventions Strong communication and relationship-building skills Willingness to travel daily across Sussex * Full UK driving licence desirable We're a leading charity changing lives across the UK. With a passionate national team and many colleagues with lived experience, we know recovery and rehabilitation are possible. If you want a meaningful role where every day counts, we'd love to hear from you. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6- 16 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - • Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application. https://careers.forwardtrust.org.uk/vacancies/621/supporting-people-on-recovery-navigator--sussex--part-time.html

Domestic Abuse Support Worker Location: Brighton & Hove Salary: £27,976 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week) Brighton Women’s Refuge is a safe haven for women and their children, fleeing domestic abuse. As a Domestic Abuse Support Worker, you’ll manage a caseload of customers who have complex needs, through their journey with Stonewater’s supported housing service, ensuring a strengths based, trauma informed approach that enables them to realise their potential. You’ll work closely with key partners, delivering quality, outcome focused coaching support sessions in one-to-one and group settings, providing both emotional and practical support. This will include sessions on keeping safe, healthy relationships, substance use, mental health and wellbeing, finance and budget management, and employment skills. You’ll ensure that our customers are supported to stay safe and are aware of their rights to legal protection for themselves whilst identifying and signposting customers to any other services that they may benefit from that is available from partner agencies. The ideal candidate will: Have proven experience of working with people who have multiple complex needs and/or domestic abuse. Have experience of completing CAADA DASH risk assessments and carrying out robust safety planning. Have an understanding of the practical, emotional, economic and social issues of those experiencing domestic abuse, particularly those who have complex needs. Have proven complex case management experience, with a clear focus on outcomes for customers and their wider community. Have the ability to record concise, accurate case notes and support paperwork. Be able to demonstrate partnership working with specialist agencies such as mental health teams, offending services or other relevant services. Have knowledge of housing and benefits advice. Have experience of using a housing management system or other similar software. Have exceptional communication skills. *Female applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 - Section 9 - Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement * Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We’re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people’s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application