About Us
Cottsway formed in 2001 and we provide over 5,300 homes for rent and shared ownership for over 12,000 customers. Our homes are based in West Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Worcestershire, and range from flats and bungalows to family homes.
We have some of the strongest financial and governance ratings in the sector and we are committed to doing more to help people in housing need, with a robust development programme.
We are proud to:
Reinvest our profits every year not only to create more homes, but also to ensure our existing customer’s homes are kept in great shape, with an in-house team of skilled tradespeople who carry out this work.
Put our customers at the heart of everything we do, with a dedicated team of housing, neighbourhood, financial and welfare officers to provide support where needed.
Be active in and bring social value to our local communities.
Working for us
Cottsway is a great place to work with a friendly, supportive and enthusiastic team dedicated to providing quality homes in thriving communities.
We support and develop our people because we know that it is through them that we deliver the high standards of service that our customers say we provide.
Based in the market town of Witney, we:
Offer competitive salaries and a range of benefits.
Support agile working.
Guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. We are signed up to the Disability Confident Committed scheme.
Value people from a wide range of backgrounds and experience whether you are an experienced housing professional or simply have an interest in working in our sector.
About the role
We are recruiting a Corporate Services Assistant to provide support to our busy Corporate Services team.
As a key member of the team, you will provide effective administrative support and practical assistance to the Corporate Services Team who deal with the key areas of work relating to Insurance, Data Protection, Health and Safety, Risk Management, Internal Audit and Assurance, Procurement, Facilities Management and Business Continuity
The role will suit someone who enjoys undertaking a variety of tasks including providing administration in a range of areas; maintaining accurate data; using a range of systems and providing facilities support in the office.
The role will require the suitable candidate to work predominantly in the office although there will be some flexibility.
To be successful you will have a proactive, flexible approach, with strong organisational and administrative skills. Some familiarity with the key business areas mentioned above is advantageous, albeit training will be provided. You will also be confident in handling a wide and varied workload.
You will have excellent communication skills and be able to interact clearly in writing, on the telephone and face to face. The ability to use basic Microsoft packages and to learn to how to use our in-house IT systems is essential.
An agreed working pattern will be negotiated with the successful candidate but please note there will be a requirement to work on Fridays.
A DBS check will be required for the successful applicant as part of our pre-employment checks.
In return, we provide:
A pension scheme with a minimum employee contribution of 3%, matched by a generous employer contribution of up to 10%.
Holiday entitlement starting at 25 days rising to 28 days after 2 years, plus bank holidays.
A flexible working policy to support agile working.
A discounted corporate gym and swimming membership, electric vehicle lease scheme and Costco membership.
For an informal chat about the role please contact Clare Sellman, Head of Corporate Services on 07890539515 or Paul Riley, Facilities & Safety Officer on 07971561732.