Temporary for 12 months
Part time (22.5 hours per week)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic Furniture Projects Team for 12-months. We are dedicated to providing access to affordable furniture for households in need. We are committed to excellent customer service and making a positive impact in our community.
As a Furniture Projects Officer, you will play a crucial role in coordinating, delivering, and monitoring our furniture offer, including furnished tenancies and recycling services. You will work closely with colleagues, external agencies, and contractors to ensure timely delivery and installation of furniture, maintaining accurate records and providing exceptional customer service.
Your daily responsibilities will include:
* Assessing eligibility for affordable furniture packages and arrange appropriate offers for households in need.
* Developing effective communication links across the Furniture Team and with SHG colleagues.
* Clearly communicating with customers to ensure they understand the procedures and requirements of a furnished tenancy.
* Maintaining efficient and accurate records for transparency and accountability.
* Supporting in preparing and monitoring all income and expenditure related to furnished tenancies.
* Conducting property visits and audits, recording and monitoring the furnished tenancy process.
* Promoting the furniture offer with internal and external partners, attending meetings and events as required.
* Managing challenging situations regarding furnished tenancy packages and respond to safeguarding issues.
We’re looking for someone with:
* Commitment, passion, and enthusiasm for excellent customer service.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
* Experience in working with a diverse customer base and handling challenging situations.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle if required.
What’s in it for you:
* Access to a Social Housing Pension Scheme (SHPS)
* 26-days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
* Health Cash Plan to claim back a proportion of everyday healthcare and medical expenses
* Retail Discounts for savings on food and shopping
* Flexible/Hybrid working to ensure a healthy work-life balance
Join us in making a difference for our customers.
Apply today and become a part of our team! If you would like to informally discuss the role, please contact Jo Cole on joanne.cole@stockporthomes.org.
The SHG “Be You” 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 SHG’s Values. We’re always looking to improve diversity within our teams to enhance this culture and to be truly representative of the communities we work in.
This role will be on SKylight terms and conditions.
The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.
We understand that if you don't meet every requirement, you may be hesitant to apply but we still want to hear from you and encourage you to submit an application detailing your experiences, achievements, and the value you can bring to our team.
Please apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Closing date: 2nd March 2025
Interview date: 11th March 2025
About Us
SKylight is a Community benefit society established in 2018 and was set up as the charitable arm of Stockport Homes Group. As a Community benefit society, SKylight was set up for the benefit of the community with a social objective.
SKylight works closely with the people of Stockport to help transform lives in local communities including furniture recycling, providing accommodation and intensive support to people who are homeless, affordable holiday clubs for local children, and a network of community stores called Pantries to help people make their money go further.
SKylight are proud to be part of Stockport Homes Group and their contribution to making Stockport a great place to live and work.
We are 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 SHG “Be You” 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 SHG’s 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.
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