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Assistant Director of Neighbourhoods circa £95,000 per annum Maidstone ROLE OVERVIEW We re looking for an experienced leader to take up the important role as Assistant Director of Neighbourhoods. This role will work closely with our Executive Director of Customer Experience and the directorate leadership team. You ll have worked in the housing sector for several years and have successfully managed a mixed tenure customer focused service within housing. You ll drive innovation and best practices in tenancy and lease management to promote sustainable tenancies, positive communities, and high levels of customer satisfaction. We re committed to working closely with our partners, and you ll role model strong collaboration with a can-do mindset. You re ready to work at Assistant Director level as part of our Senior Leadership Group (SLG). Influencing and building strong and productive relationships with your peers at Golding and across the sector. At Golding, we re passionate about customer service, the safety and quality of our homes and making a real difference to the customers and communities we serve. The Neighbourhoods team s a critical function, enabling colleagues to do more to deliver the outcomes that mean the most to our customers. You can read more about Golding, our vision, values and Corporate Plan online. THE ROLE As an effective member of the Directorate, work with SLG and Neighbourhoods colleagues to make a significant, impactful contribution to shaping outstanding services at Golding Homes, modelling our positive one team culture and values. Shape strategic priorities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards, improving operational performance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Lead the management of our portfolio of tenancies and leases through delivering high-quality customer focused tenancy and letting services, homeownership, and commercial services, ASB management, income maximisation and support, community investment, and achieve effective customer engagement and involvement. The full Role Profile is available to download, and we would like to review your experience and expertise against the key responsibilities and accountabilities in a supporting statement to be submitted alongside your application. The post reports to the Executive Director of Customer Experience and itself has five direct reports: • Housing Solutions Manager x 2 • Head of Neighbourhoods • Community Investment Manager Head of Income, Inclusion & Support The Neighbourhoods team consists of 64 colleagues. A detailed structure chart is available on request. THE CANDIDATE Possess a degree level qualification and/or significant relevant experience in a senior leadership role in Housing/Contract management. CIH Level 5 or working towards. Experience of successfully managing a mixed tenure resident focused service within housing. Substantial relevant experience at a management level in housing or related organisation. Demonstrate success in the development and implementation of policies and strategies to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of statutory requirements and good practice in relation to the delivery of the landlord housing management function. Understanding of Equality & Diversity. Clear understanding of the principles of customer care. Basic understanding of Welfare and Housing Benefits. Team management and organisation skills. Ability to lead, manage, motivate and support others and to overcome resistance to change in a constructive manner. Ability to effectively create, manage and monitor budgets and performance management information. Act with integrity and accountability. Excellent IT skills and ability to learn new systems. If this sounds like you, and you share our passion and belief in the work we do, then we d love to hear from you. We welcome and embrace diverse talent, and we re committed to building a healthy, vibrant and inclusive organisation that treats people with respect and creates opportunities for all The Benefits • Salary circa £95,000 • 30 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) and Christmas closure. • Company Pension contribution and life assurance • Flexible Benefits including health cash plan, additional holiday purchase, cycle to work scheme, onsite gym, retail discounts and more. Location: Our modern and well-equipped office is in central Maidstone: County Gate One, Staceys Street, Maidstone ME14 1ST We operate hybrid working and flexible working arrangements, but regular attendance is required at our head office as we believe leadership visibility is very important. If this sounds like you, and you share our passion and belief in the work we do, then we d love to hear from you. We welcome and embrace diverse talent, and we re committed to building a healthy, vibrant and inclusive organisation that treats people with respect and creates opportunities for all. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We re committed to building diverse talent at Golding and believe our strengths as a team come from having many unique perspectives. We have opportunities for colleagues to work flexibly, allowing us to build a healthy, vibrant and inclusive organisation which encourages everyone to be themselves at work. No matter what your ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age or disability status, you ll get all the opportunities, support and respect you d expect from Golding Homes. We're committed to valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities for all and welcome applicants from all communities.

Assistant Site Manager - Social housing Planned Works & refurbishment Long Bennington, Lincolnshire £42,000 - £45,000 Company Car or Car Allowance Excellent Benefits Are you an ambitious Assistant Site Manager looking to progress your career with a well-established construction and property services business delivering refurbishment, regeneration and planned maintenance projects across the UK? We are seeking an Assistant Site Manager to support the successful delivery of construction and refurbishment projects in Long Bennington. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their management skills while working alongside experienced industry professionals on high-profile schemes. The Role Working closely with the Site Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with project mobilisation and pre-start planning Monitoring progress against programme targets and reporting updates Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures Supporting the preparation and maintenance of Construction Phase Plans Updating site productivity trackers and project records Managing site welfare facilities, compounds and housekeeping standards Coordinating subcontractors and supporting weekly supply chain meetings Liaising with clients, consultants and project stakeholders Assisting with project handovers and close-out documentation Supporting resident and customer engagement where required Helping identify commercial opportunities and efficiencies throughout the project lifecycle Contributing to a positive site culture and mentoring junior team members What We re Looking For Previous experience in an Assistant Site Manager, Site Supervisor or similar construction role Good understanding of construction processes and project delivery Knowledge of current Health & Safety and Building Regulations Experience working on refurbishment, regeneration, social housing or local authority projects is highly desirable Strong communication and organisational skills Ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage multiple priorities Full UK Driving Licence What s On Offer? Salary £42,000 - £45,000 Company Car or Car Allowance 24 Days Holiday Bank Holidays Life Assurance Private Employee Assistance Programme Gym Membership Discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Holiday Purchase Scheme Ongoing Training & Professional Development Career Progression Opportunities Employee Referral Incentives Retail & Lifestyle Discount Schemes If you re looking for the next step in your construction management career and want to join a business that invests in its people and offers genuine long-term progression, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact David Blears at Build Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

We are looking for an Assistant Site Manager in Wakefield to start ASAP Start Date: ASAP Location: Keighley, BD20 Pay: (Apply online only) per day We're looking for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a well known house-builder on a 2-5 bed new build housing development in Keighley This is a temporary position, with the opportunity of a potential perm role offering long-term stability for someone with a proven track record delivering volume new build sites to a high standard. The development consists of standard NHBC-spec volume housing and our client places strong emphasis on Health & Safety, build quality, and customer care, and is looking for an Assistant Site Manager who is well-organised, and confident running a fast-paced but tidy site. PLEASE NOTE: They will only consider candidates with experience working for national well known house-builders - not small private developers. Responsibilities: Adherence to the Company quality standards including Management of defects, compliance with specification, compliance with materials / workmanship schedules, subcontractor code of conduct, considerate Constructors Scheme Helping keep site clean and tidy. Helping to lead and coordinate the site team Assisting with the preparation of the Health and Safety file Oversee day-to-day site operations and ensure build programmes are achieved Manage trades, subcontractors, and suppliers effectively Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety, NHBC standards, and company quality procedures / initiatives including PPE, Site Inductions, Management of Method Statements/Risk Assessments, Work Permits, Scaffold/Lifting equipment inspections Coordinate with internal departments and external inspectors Lead on snagging, customer care, and handover standards Report directly to the Contracts Manager initiatives including PPE, Site Inductions, Management of Method Statements/Risk Assessments, Work Permits, Scaffold/Lifting equipment inspections Maintaining and update Construction Phase Health & Safety plan as works proceed Liaising with the client, consultants, contract administrator, head office etc. To be responsible for the opening and closing of the site facilities Management of site facilities; welfare, toilets, offices, compound area etc. To assist in the management of project specific preliminaries Co-ordinating the Sub-Contractors as appropriate Preparation / assistance with the site progress reports Safe storage and co-ordination of materials To be responsible for the accurate / timely completion of site based documentation Attendance at project and company related meetings To ensure all relevant resident and public complaints are resolved efficiently Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience as an Assistant Manager on new build housing sites Proven experience running/ assisting sites for recognised UK housebuilders Consistent, long-term roles showing Asistant site management stability Up-to-date SMSTS, First Aid, and CSCS Excellent organisational and communication skills Please note: only candidates with solid experience delivering new build housing projects for established house-builders will be considered! If you are interested in this position call us on (phone number removed) (option 1, ask for Carl or Atlanta) or simply send your cv to us by applying to this role.

Female Housing Assistant - Domestic Violence Service LOCATION: North Somerset HOURS: 30hrs per week (Mon Fri) SALARY: £14.67 per hour + £1.77 holiday pay or £18.96 umbrella DURATION: Temp perm START DATE: ASAP JOB PURPOSE: This post will work across accommodation-based services to oversee housing provision and tenancy-related support for individuals and families living in supported accommodation across North Somerset. The role will support residents with a range of support needs and help ensure accommodation is safe, well managed, and maintained to a high standard. MAIN OBJECTIVES: Deliver high standards of housing management across all properties Ensure accommodation complies with Health & Safety requirements Oversee property works, ensuring maintenance, repairs, and renewals are completed to a high standard and within budget Ensure void works and re-lets are planned and managed efficiently Promote resident empowerment, engagement, and involvement PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Housing Management Ensure residents are signed up using the agreed occupancy agreement and understand their rights and responsibilities Induct residents into the accommodation, including Health & Safety and fire procedures Collect rent and service charges from residents Ensure effective maintenance of properties through regular inspections, logging, recording, and reporting repairs Monitor and follow up maintenance works and check completed works against invoices Carry out minor maintenance tasks such as putting up pictures or curtains where required Ensure Health & Safety checks are completed across all properties Carry out welfare checks on a bi-annual basis for flats Organise timely turnaround of void properties to support occupancy targets Provide support to address issues relating to anti-social behaviour (ASB) where required Resident Support Visit properties regularly to engage with residents and encourage involvement in maintaining and improving accommodation standards Identify support needs and provide advice and information on accessing appropriate internal and external services, making referrals where appropriate KEY REQUIREMENTS: Driving is an essential requirement for this role. Experience: Experience of housing management and/or housing support is essential. The successful candidate must have a non-judgmental empathetic approach to their work. Experience working with vulnerable individuals, especially women and children, would be hugely beneficial. An enhanced DBS on the update service or issued within the last 12 months is highly desirable. Candidates without a DBS already in place will require a new application to be completed prior to commencing the role. To apply for this role, please send an up-to-date CV that details your relevant support experience or reach out to Nathan Jackson on (phone number removed)