Careers at Gadbrook Park

Director of Technology and Transformation

Company: Weaver Vale Housing Trust
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich.
Closing Date: April 9, 2025
Salary: Up to £94k, dependant on experience
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich.
Interview Date: April 28, 2025

Job Title: Director of Technology and Transformation / Permanent
Hours: 37 – to be worked flexibly, in line with business needs
Salary: Up to £94k, plus 6% car user allowance
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich.

The Trusts operates an agile working policy, with flexibility to work from a variety of places including our office at Gadbrook Park, Northwich and home

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?
Working as part of a professional, engaged, and friendly organisation – our values are:
Compassionate
Accountable
Respectful
Exceptional
We constantly strive to demonstrate these values in our day to day working environment and culture.

The Opportunity
Weaver Vale Housing Trust is looking for a driven, diligent, and exceptional Director of Technology and Transformation who is highly experienced in strategic leadership positions relating to Technology and Business Transformation, ideally within the social housing sector.

What Will You Do?
The overall purpose of the role is to advise the Executive and Senior Management Team on the vision for technology, solutions, data management/governance, risk assurance and business transformation within the Trust; whilst providing effective leadership and direction to all colleagues within the Technology and Transformation teams and establishing and maintaining effective relationships with wide-ranging stakeholders and service providers.

Minimum Requirements For This Role*
Due to the nature of the role, a full current driving license and access to a car is essential. The role will also require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check.
In line with the Trust’s Disclosure & Barring Policy, please confirm WITHIN YOUR APPLICATION if you have any current convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Additionally, due to the flexible working arrangements with this role, you will need access to a room where you can work from and a suitable internet connection.
*Please see Accountability profile for further information and requirements.
For more information contact: Raphael Mahon – Recruitment Coordinator – 01606 81 33 80

Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 32 days holidays plus UK public/bank holidays
• Car Allowance
• Ability to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
• 12% employer contribution to our Pension Scheme (minimum 2% employee contribution) with life assurance benefit and salary sacrifice*.
• Private health insurance
• Contribution to the cost of nursery or afterschool care to help with childcare costs*
• Commitment to support your ongoing learning and development, with the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills.
• Day off for your Birthday to be taken during your birth month (based on contractual hours)
• One day’s paid leave (per year) to support a charity or community group of your own choice*
• ‘Thank you’ gift for your continuous service starting at 5 years’ service, and every 5 years’ thereafter.
• 24/7, 365-day Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling
• Reimbursement for professional memberships which are an expressed requirement
for the role.
• Free annual flu vaccines and free Eye Care Vouchers every 2 years*
• Discounts on a gym membership and phone contract
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Free to use car park at our office on Gadbrook Park
• Involvement in regular health and wellbeing initiatives and charity fundraising activities
* Benefits offered providing you meet the eligibility criteria

HOW TO APPLY:
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 09/04/2025 (12 noon)
(Please be aware that applications received after this time may not be considered)
Interview and assessment date(s):
• Teams First Interview: Monday 14/04/2025
• In person interview assessment: Monday 28/04/2025

Please review the job Information pack (on our website: www.wvht.co.uk) for further information and submit your CV with a covering letter (max. 2 pages) demonstrating how you meet the Essential and Desirable criteria in relation to the accountability profile.

Those applicants that consider themselves to have a disability and meet the essential criteria within the accountability profile for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Please confirm within your application if you consider yourself to have a disability and if so, what reasonable adjustments may be required for you to attend an interview or assessment.

Disclaimer:
• We may conduct social media checks from sources such as Google, Facebook and LinkedIn to assist us in our assessment of your suitability for the role.
• We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
• Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
• The recruiting manager will review your skills and experience to determine if there is a match with the position you have applied for. If there is, we will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview / assessment. If not, you will not be contacted.
• We would love to respond to all unsuccessful applications but due to the number we receive this is unfortunately not possible. We will respond to all shortlisted applications within 3 weeks of a vacancy closing. If you haven’t heard from us during this time, we will not be pursuing your application any further.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK evidence of essential qualifications, complete a health questionnaire and undertake a DBS check (if relevant to the role).
• We reserve the right to refuse applications if they do not have an accompanying cover letter.

We appreciate your interest in Weaver Vale Housing Trust and the time you have invested in applying to us.

The Trust invites applications from all members of the community, irrespective of Gender, Gender reassignment, Sexual orientation, Race, Religion or belief, Disability, Age, Pregnancy and maternity, Marriage and civil partnership.

Neighbourhood Housing Team Leader

Company: Weaver Vale Housing Trust
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week (to be worked flexibly in line with business needs)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich.
Closing Date: April 7, 2025
Salary: £44,571 per annum (Plus Regular User Mileage Allowance)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich.
Interview Date: April 23, 2025

Job Title: Neighbourhood Housing Team Leader (Permanent)
Hours: 37 hours per week (to be worked flexibly in line with business needs)
Salary: £44,571 per annum (Plus Regular User Mileage Allowance)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich. Working across various locations within Cheshire.

Flexibility to work from a variety of places including our office at Gadbrook Park, Northwich and home (dependent on the job role and the needs of our customer, our organisation and our teams)

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity working as part of a professional, engaged, and friendly organisation? Our values are Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful and Exceptional, we are constantly striving to demonstrate these values in our day to day working environment and culture.

The Opportunity
Weaver Vale Housing Trust has an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their career within a Social Housing Environment. We are looking for a driven, diligent, friendly and proactive Neighbourhood Housing Team Leader who is committed to driving this essential area of the Trust forward.
The Trust is committed to making sure our customers have good quality, safe homes and communities, and our Neighbourhood Team Leaders are key to making this happen.

Reporting to the Neighbourhood Experience Manager, the Neighbourhood Housing Team Leader will take an operational lead role in ensuring the effective delivery of a high quality and effective Tenancy and Neighbourhood Management Service.

We are looking for candidates with a background in managing Anti-Social Behaviour and Tenancy breaches, who are knowledgeable and passionate about keeping people safe and secure in their homes and who have a desire to learn and develop skills and experience. In return you will join an organisation where there are opportunities for personal development in a supportive and welcoming environment.

What Will You Do?
Your main focus will be leading on the operational delivery of a team of Neighbourhood Housing Officers, dealing with reports of Anti-Social Behaviour and breaches of Tenancy. You will work hand in hand with the Safer Neighbourhood Team Leader and will agree where escalation to formal legal action is necessary.

The post holder will also produce and interrogate reports and analysis of data with responsibilities for acting on this information. Candidates will need to work closely with a variety of teams across the Trust and external partners when managing incidents of Anti-Social Behaviour or Tenancy Breaches. You will be responsible for ensuring the service continually meets agreed targets and deadlines (KPI’s).

Minimum Requirements For This Role*
• Educated to degree or equivalent level of qualification or equivalent professional experience in social housing.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Housing or will to work towards membership.
• Significant experience of managing a customer focussed team in housing or a related sector.
• Experience of working within an Anti-Social Behaviour or Tenancy/Neighbourhood Management Team.
• The ability to problem solve, find creative solutions and be a confident decision maker.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across a wide range of channels and audiences with the ability to explain complex issues in an understandable way.
• Ability to question and analyse data to make informed and educated decisions.
• Awareness and empathy of social issues that may impact customers of the Trust and respect for diverse, individual needs.

Due to the nature of the role, a full current driving license and access to a car is essential. The role will also require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check.

In line with the Trust’s Disclosure & Barring Policy, please confirm WITHIN YOUR APPLICATION if you have any current convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be subject to a DBS check.

Additionally, due to the flexible working arrangements with this role, you will need access to a room where you can work from and a suitable internet connection.

*Please see Accountability profile for further information and requirements.

Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 24-29 days (entitlement increases 1 day each year, over the first 5 years) holidays plus UK public/bank holidays (based on level of service) (part time pro rata)*
• Ability to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave* (pro rata for part-time) each year*
• 12% employer contribution to our Pension Scheme (minimum 2% employee contribution) with life assurance benefit*.
• Contribution to the cost of nursery or afterschool care to help with childcare costs*
• Commitment to support your ongoing learning and development, with the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills.
• Day off for your Birthday to be taken during your birth month (based on contractual hours)
• One day’s paid leave (per year) to support a charity or community group of your own choice*
• Candidate Referral Scheme*
• An annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance or the option to enrol in a Health Cash Plan*
• ‘Thank you’ gift for your continuous service starting at 5 years’ service, and every 5 years’ thereafter.
• 24/7, 365 day Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling
• Compensation for professional memberships which are an expressed requirement
for the role.
• Free annual flu vaccines and free Eye Care Vouchers every 2 years*
• Discounts on a gym membership and phone contract
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Free to use car park at our office on Gadbrook Park
• Involvement in regular health and wellbeing initiatives and charity fundraising activities
• Opportunities to give feedback and join various colleague forums, to help shape change at the Trust.
* Benefits offered providing you meet the eligibility criteria

HOW TO APPLY:
Closing date for applications: Monday 07/04/2025 (12:00 noon)
(Please be aware that applications received after this time may not be considered)
In person Interview date(s): Wednesday 23/04/2025

Please review the job Information pack (on our website: www.wvht.co.uk) for further information and submit your CV with a covering letter (max. 2 pages) demonstrating how you meet the Essential and Desirable criteria in relation to the accountability profile.

Those applicants that consider themselves to have a disability and meet the essential criteria within the accountability profile for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Please confirm within your application if you consider yourself to have a disability and if so, what reasonable adjustments may be required for you to attend an interview or assessment.

Disclaimer:
• We may conduct social media checks from sources such as Google, Facebook and LinkedIn to assist us in our assessment of your suitability for the role.
• We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
• Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
• The recruiting manager will review your skills and experience to determine if there is a match with the position you have applied for. If there is, we will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview / assessment. If not, you will not be contacted.
• We would love to respond to all unsuccessful applications but due to the number we receive this is unfortunately not possible. We will respond to all shortlisted applications within 3 weeks of a vacancy closing. If you haven’t heard from us during this time, we will not be pursuing your application any further.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK evidence of essential qualifications, complete a health questionnaire and undertake a DBS check (if relevant to the role).
• We reserve the right to refuse applications if they do not have an accompanying cover letter.

We appreciate your interest in Weaver Vale Housing Trust and the time you have invested in applying to us.

The Trust invites applications from all members of the community, irrespective of Gender, Gender reassignment, Sexual orientation, Race, Religion or belief, Disability, Age, Pregnancy and maternity, Marriage and civil partnership.

Customer Liaison Officer

Company: Weaver Vale Housing Trust
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: Hours: 37 hours (Full time) (to be worked flexibly in line with business needs)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich. / Working across various locations within Cheshire.
Closing Date: April 11, 2025
Salary: £28,884 per annum (*Plus Regular User Mileage Allowance)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich. / Working across various locations within Cheshire.
Interview Date: April 18, 2025

Job Title: Customer Liaison Officer (Permanent)
Hours: 37 hours per week (to be worked flexibly in line with business needs)
Salary: £28,884 per annum (*Plus Regular User Mileage Allowance)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich, the role will be out working across the stock of Weaver Vale Housing Trust’s core locations: Warrington and Cheshire

Flexibility to work from a variety of places including our office at Gadbrook Park, Northwich and home (dependent on the job role and the needs of our customer, our organisation and our teams)

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity working as part of a professional, engaged, and friendly organisation? Our values are Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful and Exceptional, we are constantly striving to demonstrate these values in our day to day working environment and culture.

The Opportunity
Weaver Vale Housing Trust has an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their career with a great company. We are looking for a driven, diligent, and friendly Customer Liaison Officer to join our Property Team.

What Will You Do?
The primary purpose of this role is to provide key customer liaison support for the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused services in relation to the overall maintenance and improvement of the organisation’s homes and assets. This includes acting as the main point of contact between the Trust, contractors, and customers, ensuring all residents’ needs are considered and addressed by facilitating effective communication, managing expectations, and resolving customer concerns related to property repairs and maintenance.

This role requires someone who has the customer at the heart everything they do, who is outgoing and personable and is able to deal with problems and ensure satisfactory outcomes.

Minimum Requirements For This Role*
• Grade GCSE 4-9 / A* – C (Math’s and English) or equivalent level of qualification
• Previous customer liaison experience in a customer-focused, high-quality repairs service and planned maintenance programme, including larger-scale programmes of work.
• Must be able to demonstrate a commitment to customer service within a repairs service and planned maintenance programme.
• Previous experience of working within a performance focused environment and have a proven track record of successfully meeting performance targets.
• Able to demonstrate previous high-performance levels in terms of customer service and support and complaint/issue resolution.
• A good understanding of the customer-related requirements for Social Housing providers from the recent Housing White Paper in relation to the Charter for Social Housing Residents

Due to the nature of the role, a full current driving license, business insurance and access to a car is essential. The role will also require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check.

In line with the Trust’s Disclosure & Barring Policy, please confirm WITHIN YOUR APPLICATION if you have any current convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be subject to a DBS check.

Additionally, due to the flexible working arrangements with this role, you will need access to a room where you can work from and a suitable internet connection.

*Please see Accountability profile for further information and requirements.

Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 24-29 days (entitlement increases 1 day each year, over the first 5 years) holidays plus UK public/bank holidays (based on level of service) (part time pro rata)*
• Ability to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave* (pro rata for part-time) each year*
• 12% employer contribution to our Pension Scheme (minimum 2% employee contribution) with life assurance benefit*.
• Contribution to the cost of nursery or afterschool care to help with childcare costs*
• Commitment to support your ongoing learning and development, with the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills.
• Day off for your Birthday to be taken during your birth month (based on contractual hours)
• One day’s paid leave (per year) to support a charity or community group of your own choice*
• Candidate Referral Scheme*
• An annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance or the option to enrol in a Health Cash Plan*
• ‘Thank you’ gift for your continuous service starting at 5 years’ service, and every 5 years’ thereafter.
• 24/7, 365 day Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling
• Compensation for professional memberships which are an expressed requirement
for the role.
• Free annual flu vaccines and free Eye Care Vouchers every 2 years*
• Discounts on a gym membership and phone contract
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Free to use car park at our office on Gadbrook Park
• Involvement in regular health and wellbeing initiatives and charity fundraising activities
• Opportunities to give feedback and join various colleague forums, to help shape change at the Trust.
* Benefits offered providing you meet the eligibility criteria

HOW TO APPLY:
Closing date for applications: Friday 11/04/2025 (12:00 noon)
(Please be aware that applications received after this time may not be considered)
In person Interview date(s): Week Commencing 14/04/2025

Please review the job Information pack (on our website: www.wvht.co.uk) for further information and submit your CV with a covering letter (max. 2 pages) demonstrating how you meet the Essential and Desirable criteria in relation to the accountability profile.

Those applicants that consider themselves to have a disability and meet the essential criteria within the accountability profile for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Please confirm within your application if you consider yourself to have a disability and if so, what reasonable adjustments may be required for you to attend an interview or assessment.

Disclaimer:
• We may conduct social media checks from sources such as Google, Facebook and LinkedIn to assist us in our assessment of your suitability for the role.
• We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
• Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
• The recruiting manager will review your skills and experience to determine if there is a match with the position you have applied for. If there is, we will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview / assessment. If not, you will not be contacted.
• We would love to respond to all unsuccessful applications but due to the number we receive this is unfortunately not possible. We will respond to all shortlisted applications within 3 weeks of a vacancy closing. If you haven’t heard from us during this time, we will not be pursuing your application any further.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK evidence of essential qualifications, complete a health questionnaire and undertake a DBS check (if relevant to the role).
• We reserve the right to refuse applications if they do not have an accompanying cover letter.

We appreciate your interest in Weaver Vale Housing Trust and the time you have invested in applying to us.

The Trust invites applications from all members of the community, irrespective of Gender, Gender reassignment, Sexual orientation, Race, Religion or belief, Disability, Age, Pregnancy and maternity, Marriage and civil partnership.

Trades Plus Operative – Groundworker

Company: Weaver Vale Housing Trust
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (to be worked in line with business needs) + Out of hours callout rota
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich. / Working across various locations within Cheshire.
Closing Date: April 7, 2025
Salary: £31,308 per annum (Plus *Van, Fuel card, Uniform & Tools provided)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich. / Working across various locations within Cheshire.
Interview Date: April 15, 2025

Job Title: Trades Plus Operative – Groundworker (Permanent)
Hours: 40 Hours per week (to be worked flexibly in line with business needs) + Out of hours callout rota
Salary: £31,308 per annum (Plus *Van, Fuel card, Uniform & Tools provided)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich. Working across core locations such as: Warrington and Cheshire.

Flexibility to work from a variety of places including our office at Gadbrook Park, Northwich and home (dependent on the job role and the needs of our customer, our organisation and our teams)

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity working as part of a professional, engaged, and friendly organisation? Our values are Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful and Exceptional, we are constantly striving to demonstrate these values in our day to day working environment and culture.

The Opportunity
Weaver Vale Housing Trust has an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their career with a great company. We are looking for an experienced landscaper, flagger and fencer who enjoys working outdoors and is driven, diligent, and friendly to join our Open Space Team. You will be working in domestic properties and it is essential that you work within the values of the Trust and can communicate effectively with both customers and colleagues. You should be comfortable working as part of a team, be flexible to the demands of the role but have the confidence to manage your own time and use your own initiative.

What Will You Do?
• Carry out all aspects of groundwork and external repairs such as flagging, fencing, drainage and garden clearances.
• Work safely as part of a team across all of the Trusts external areas including customers gardens and communal open spaces.
• Drive a work vehicle and operate machinery.

Minimum Requirements For This Role*
• A current and valid driving licence.
• A recognised trade apprenticeship or qualification to City and Guilds, NVQ or equivalent standard
• Working in domestic or commercial environment for building works
• General ground works and landscaping – including flagging, fencing, drainage, concreting
• Ability to work in a role that includes undertaking physical tasks outdoors and operating a range of equipment and machinery

This role will require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check.

In line with the Trust’s Disclosure & Barring Policy, please confirm WITHIN YOUR APPLICATION if you have any current convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be subject to a DBS check.

*Please see Accountability profile for further information and requirements.

Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 25-31 days (entitlement increases 1 day each year, over the first 5 years with an additional day at 10 years’ service) holidays plus UK public/bank holidays (based on level of service) (part time pro rata)*
• Ability to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave* (pro rata for part-time) each year*
• 12% employer contribution to our Pension Scheme (minimum 2% employee contribution) with life assurance benefit*.
• Contribution to the cost of nursery or afterschool care to help with childcare costs*
• Commitment to support your ongoing learning and development, with the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills.
• Day off for your Birthday to be taken during your birth month (based on contractual hours)
• One day’s paid leave (per year) to support a charity or community group of your own choice*
• Candidate Referral Scheme*
• An annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance or the option to enrol in a Health Cash Plan*
• ‘Thank you’ gift for your continuous service starting at 5 years’ service, and every 5 years’ thereafter.
• 24/7, 365 day Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling
• Compensation for professional memberships which are an expressed requirement
for the role.
• Free annual flu vaccines and free Eye Care Vouchers every 2 years*
• Discounts on a gym membership and phone contract
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Free to use car park at our office on Gadbrook Park
• Involvement in regular health and wellbeing initiatives and charity fundraising activities
• Opportunities to give feedback and join various colleague forums, to help shape change at the Trust.
* Benefits offered providing you meet the eligibility criteria

HOW TO APPLY:
Closing date for applications: Monday 07/04/2025 (12:00 noon)
(Please be aware that applications received after this time may not be considered)
In person Interview date(s): Tuesday 15/04/2025

Please review the job Information pack (on our website: www.wvht.co.uk) for further information and submit your CV with a covering letter (max. 2 pages) demonstrating how you meet the Essential and Desirable criteria in relation to the accountability profile.

Those applicants that consider themselves to have a disability and meet the essential criteria within the accountability profile for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Please confirm within your application if you consider yourself to have a disability and if so, what reasonable adjustments may be required for you to attend an interview or assessment.

Disclaimer:
• We may conduct social media checks from sources such as Google, Facebook and LinkedIn to assist us in our assessment of your suitability for the role.
• We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
• Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
• The recruiting manager will review your skills and experience to determine if there is a match with the position you have applied for. If there is, we will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview / assessment. If not, you will not be contacted.
• We would love to respond to all unsuccessful applications but due to the number we receive this is unfortunately not possible. We will respond to all shortlisted applications within 3 weeks of a vacancy closing. If you haven’t heard from us during this time, we will not be pursuing your application any further.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK evidence of essential qualifications, complete a health questionnaire and undertake a DBS check (if relevant to the role).
• We reserve the right to refuse applications if they do not have an accompanying cover letter.

We appreciate your interest in Weaver Vale Housing Trust and the time you have invested in applying to us.

The Trust invites applications from all members of the community, irrespective of Gender, Gender reassignment, Sexual orientation, Race, Religion or belief, Disability, Age, Pregnancy and maternity, Marriage and civil partnership.

Compliance Officer

Company: Weaver Vale Housing Trust
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week (to be worked flexibly in line with business needs)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich. / Working across various locations within Cheshire.
Closing Date: March 28, 2025
Salary: £32,940 per annum (Plus Regular User Mileage Allowance)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich. / Working across various locations within Cheshire.
Interview Date: April 4, 2025

Job Title: Compliance Officer (Permanent)
Hours: 37 hours per week (to be worked flexibly in line with business needs)
Salary: £32,940 per annum (Plus Regular User Mileage Allowance)
Location: Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich (working flexibly from home, office and site where required).

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity working as part of a professional, engaged, and friendly organisation? Our values are Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful and Exceptional, we are constantly striving to demonstrate these values in our day to day working environment and culture.

The Opportunity
Weaver Vale Housing Trust has an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their career within a Social Housing Environment. We are looking for a driven, diligent, friendly and proactive Compliance Officer who is committed to driving this essential area of the Trust forward.

Having already made significant improvements to the existing Compliance functions within the Trust, we are looking for candidates who are knowledgeable and passionate about compliance works, care about keeping people safe and secure in their homes and who have a desire to learn and develop skills and experience. In return you will join an organisation where there are opportunities for personal development in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Reporting to the Compliance Manager, this is an exciting opportunity to join a highly effective team, helping deliver a crucial compliance function which is of key importance to the Trust.

What Will You Do?
The main focus will be leading on and ensuring the delivery of key Compliance inspection and testing programmes, planning and co-ordinating appointments with customers and contractors, elements of contractor management, collating compliance information and updating key data within our core systems. This will also involve the production of reports and analysis of data with responsibilities for acting on this information.

Candidates will need to work closely with a variety of teams across the Trust, especially with operational team leaders and managers, and must support the Compliance Manager in continually meeting targets and deadlines and therefore be pro-active and continually promote all aspects of Compliance. They should also have a desire to improve existing systems that have been continually developed over a number of years, ensuring that the Trust remains at the forefront of excellent Compliance delivery.

If you think you are the right person for the role and are keen to make a difference, please get in touch.

Minimum Requirements For This Role*
• Full UK driving license
• Compliance related qualification
• Experience of producing reports and acting upon the information contained within them.
• Coordination of programmes of works.
• Experience of working with a wide range of customers and stakeholders.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships to achieve organisational objectives.
• Understanding of compliance obligations in relation to Gas Safety, Electrical Safety, Fire Safety, Asbestos Management, Lifts and Lifting Equipment Safety and Water Hygiene Management.

Due to the nature of the role, a full current driving license, business insurance and ac-cess to a car is essential. The role will also require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check.

In line with the Trust’s Disclosure & Barring Policy, please confirm WITHIN YOUR APPLICA-TION if you have any current convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be subject to a DBS check.

Additionally, due to the flexible working arrangements with this role, you will need access to a room where you can work from and a suitable internet connection.

*Please see Accountability profile for further information and requirements.

Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 24-29 days (entitlement increases 1 day each year, over the first 5 years) holidays plus UK public/bank holidays (based on level of service) (part time pro rata)*
• Ability to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave* (pro rata for part-time) each year*
• 12% employer contribution to our Pension Scheme (minimum 2% employee contribution) with life assurance benefit*.
• Contribution to the cost of nursery or afterschool care to help with childcare costs*
• Commitment to support your ongoing learning and development, with the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills.
• Day off for your Birthday to be taken during your birth month (based on contractual hours)
• One day’s paid leave (per year) to support a charity or community group of your own choice*
• Candidate Referral Scheme*
• An annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance or the option to enrol in a Health Cash Plan*
• ‘Thank you’ gift for your continuous service starting at 5 years’ service, and every 5 years’ thereafter.
• 24/7, 365 day Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling
• Compensation for professional memberships which are an expressed requirement
for the role.
• Free annual flu vaccines and free Eye Care Vouchers every 2 years*
• Discounts on a gym membership and phone contract
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Free to use car park at our office on Gadbrook Park
• Involvement in regular health and wellbeing initiatives and charity fundraising activities
• Opportunities to give feedback and join various colleague forums, to help shape change at the Trust.
* Benefits offered providing you meet the eligibility criteria

HOW TO APPLY:
Closing date for applications: Friday 28/03/2025 (12:00 noon)
(Please be aware that applications received after this time may not be considered)
In Person Interview and assessment date(s): Friday 04/04/2025

Please review the job Information pack (on our website: www.wvht.co.uk) for further information and submit your CV with a covering letter (max. 2 pages) demonstrating how you meet the Essential and Desirable criteria in relation to the accountability profile, please send to: [email protected]
Those applicants that consider themselves to have a disability and meet the essential criteria within the accountability profile for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Please confirm within your application if you consider yourself to have a disability and if so, what reasonable adjustments may be required for you to attend an interview or assessment.

Disclaimer:
• We may conduct social media checks from sources such as Google, Facebook and LinkedIn to assist us in our assessment of your suitability for the role.
• We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
• Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
• The recruiting manager will review your skills and experience to determine if there is a match with the position you have applied for. If there is, we will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview / assessment. If not, you will not be contacted.
• We would love to respond to all unsuccessful applications but due to the number we receive this is unfortunately not possible. We will respond to all shortlisted applications within 3 weeks of a vacancy closing. If you haven’t heard from us during this time, we will not be pursuing your application any further.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK evidence of essential qualifications, complete a health questionnaire and undertake a DBS check (if relevant to the role).
• We reserve the right to refuse applications if they do not have an accompanying cover letter.

We appreciate your interest in Weaver Vale Housing Trust and the time you have invested in applying to us.

The Trust invites applications from all members of the community, irrespective of Gender, Gender reassignment, Sexual orientation, Race, Religion or belief, Disability, Age, Pregnancy and maternity, Marriage and civil partnership.