About Us
Cernach Housing Association is a successful and well performing community-based registered social landlord (RSL)
operating in Drumchapel, North west Glasgow since 1991. We own 877 homes, and we provide a management service to
17 sharing owners and 140 homeowners. We act as community anchor organisation for Drumchapel. Our turnover is
£4.8 million, a major part of which comes from rental income.
At Cernach, our people are at the forefront of what we do. We encourage a positive working culture where our
employees feel a sense of belonging. Our people are passionate about what we do and so it is important to us
that we continue building that culture as we recruit. Benefits of working with us at Cernach:
- 25 days’ annual leave and 15 days’ public holiday per annum (pro-rata due to part time role)
- SHAPS
Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
- EVH salary, (Grade 7 – PA22 to PA25)
- Hybrid/Flexible
working
- Continuous personal development and training
- Flexible working pattern for the post
(currently set as 3 & 2 over a fortnight)
- The post is the first half of the week
- A
well-being-focused office featuring free fruit for all staff, a comfortable lunch lounge, and a small fitness
room with gym equipment.
About the Role
Due to the retirement of a long-standing member of staff, we are looking to recruit a motivated, enthusiast and
committed individual to join the Cernach team in the post of part-time Housing Officer (job share). Our Housing
team delivers a first-class Housing Management & Tenancy Sustainment Service. We ensure a customer-focused
service is provided to all residents and stakeholders. We work closely with our partners and stakeholders to
ensure we provide a high standard of delivery service. You will be actively involved in our community engagement
work and support our thriving community in Drumchapel.
The role is predominately responsible for Arrears Management and recovery along with supporting Tenancy Sustainment
and our wider action activities. You will have a knowledge of all aspects of Housing Management services.
We would consider a secondment for the post.
You will report to the Senior Housing Officer. You will have the support of an experienced team, which consists of 4
FTE Housing Officers, Welfare Rights & Tenancy Sustainment Officer and an Assistant Housing Officer.
You Should
We are seeking an individual who has a genuine passion to deliver excellent customer service,
upholdprofessional standards and be a confident and dynamic member of the team.
We are looking for you to have the following skills or relevant transferable skills:
- Experience working in a housing association, local authority or similar sector
- Experience or
understanding of welfare reform.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team.
- Strive for improving
performance.
- Experience or knowledge of income recovery.
- Ability to work to deadlines
Inclusive Employer
Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification will be granted an interview
if they opt to participate in the job interview guarantee scheme.
The Association is an equal opportunity employer.