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Housing Coordinator - Extra Care

Salary £24,342 FTE
Location Ashfield Crescent Kirkby Knowsley
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This is a permanent, full-time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Vacancy

Part time - 18.5 hours 

Our ambitious Extra Care new build programme will deliver 4 state of the art facilities by April 2024.  The supporting local authorities will commission experienced registered care providers to deliver care and support 24/7 to enable people aged 55+ to remain independent and living well.  Each scheme will have a dedicated Torus housing team who will work collaboratively with the care provider to ensure all residents are able to access opportunities to actively engaged in social activities and events on their schemes and in their local communities.  The schemes include commercially operated bistros and salons which will offer an exciting opportunity for local business to deliver services to residents and people in the surrounding areas.

This is an unrivalled opportunity for the Extra Care staff teams to help shape a successful independent living experience for our residents in ultra-modern environments.

 

This is an important role in which you will:

  • Play a vital role in assisting and empowering residents, in both the main scheme and the supported units, to maintain independent living and which enables people to manage their homes and tenancies safely.
  • Work collaboratively with Torus Foundation to develop a range of health & wellbeing activities within the scheme and the community to promote active lifestyles and community participation.
  • Provide and create opportunities for people to develop and sustain broader social networks in the community.

 

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Evidence of working in the housing and or social care sector
  • Experience of supporting people under the age of 55 with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and mental health needs to live independently
  • Experience of working with older people within a housing or social care environment
  • Understanding of the social, physical and mental health needs of an ageing population and the ability to promote their general wellbeing and quality of life
  • Track record of completing assessments and developing support plans with targets and outcomes for clients.
  • Be willing to achieve CIH Housing and Property Manager Level 3 qualification

 

PLEASE NOTE:

Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed;

  • Right to work verification
  • Qualification certificate check
  • 2x Completed references
  • OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work
  • DBS check (enhanced)
  • Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s

 

Torus (part of Torus group) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Each successful applicant will be subject to a relevant Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check along with other relevant employment checks.

 

 

The Company

We employ more than 1,500 people in a wide variety of jobs across Liverpool City Region and in the wider North West. We don’t just build homes. Our mission is to create stronger communities so people can thrive. If you‘re passionate about people and want to make a difference, there are many opportunities to join us.

Torus is an equal opportunities employer and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. The Torus “A place where everyone belongs” approach sums up our belief that everyone has the right to be who they are, and to be that person at work, in line with Torus’ Values. We appreciate the strength we gain from having and supporting our diverse teams. Diversity contributes to our inclusive culture and allows us to be truly representative of the communities we work in.

Torus is the North West’s largest affordable housing provider and one of its biggest and fastest-growing developers and commercial contractors. We’re all about creating sustainable, stable and thriving communities – and making positive changes happen. So if you think you can make a difference and give something back to our communities, Torus is a place for you.

We are over 1,500 diverse and talented people sharing the same inspiring goal: to create a better society through providing homes people love to live in and in communities they want to be part of.  

We are true professionals, who thrive in this fast-moving, challenging and rewarding environment because we know that the stronger our organisation is, the better we can benefit our customers and colleagues alike.  

Every single one of our colleagues has unique qualities that we truly value. We embrace diversity and inclusion and invest in our people. We share a culture where our people focus on solutions, work together to achieve great results and take pride in what we do for each other and for our customers and the communities we live and work in.  

We believe our people deserve the opportunity to explore their potential. That’s why we encourage and support everyone at Torus to be the best they can be. We are Torus. We are building the future.

We Own it – Our people focus on solutions. We take individual and collective responsibility for our actions.  

We Care – Our people are supportive. We take pride in what we do for each other and for our customers.  

We Deliver – Our people are committed. We work together as one team to achieve great results.  

We are Torus!

Working at Torus

Our Benefits

Generous Annual Leave up to 30 days Annual Leave, Plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced Maternity / Paternity & Adoption Pay

Aviva
Pension

Life
Assurance

Health & Wellbeing Support

Happy to Talk Flexible / Agile Working

Internal Reward and Recognition

Financial Wellbeing

Car Lease Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Professional Study / Development Opportunities

Social
Events

Contact Us

For any further information in relation to this vacancy or any other vacancies advertised with the Torus Group please contact us using the following email address - working@torus.co.uk.

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