• Temporary Welfare rights Officer - Glasgow - Parkhead HA    
• Operations Manager (Housing) - Dundee - Abertay HA
• Housing Strategy & Performance Manager - Dundee  - Hillcrest Housing Association
• Housing Operations Manager (Allocations) - Edinburgh - Trust Housing Association

Temporary Welfare rights Officer
(maternity leave cover ) Grade 7 - £ 28434

Parkhead HA is a registered social landlord based in the Parkhead area of Glasgow's east end owning and managing just under 1500 properties.

The Association is looking to recruit a Welfare Rights Officer to cover a maternity leave from late June.

The successful applicant will be self motivated, enthusiastic and well organized with first class knowledge of Welfare Rights.

Reporting to the Housing Manager the successful will have excellent communication and IT skills.

To find out more about Parkhead Housing Association Ltd and to download an information pack visit our website HERE

A PVG Scheme membership is required for this post.

Closing dates for return of completed applications is Friday 18th May 2012

Interviews will take place on Monday 28th May 2012 at Parkhead HA 40 Helenvale St G31 4TF.

As part of our business development we are seeking to recruit an Operations Manager - Housing. The successful applicant, along with the Operations Manager - Technical, will be responsible for our core service to customers as we drive forward our continuous improvements to attain excellent standards. The postholder will also be expected to be our main source of expertise on housing and welfare law and related matters.

Applicants must hold a relevant degree or professional housing qualification and have post-qualifying experience. Experience of the regulatory framework in which housing associations operate would be desirable, but is not essential.

Candidates must be dynamic, self-motivated, have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be hands on and proactive in their approach.

Application packs, along with supporting information, can be downloaded from our website recruitment and should be returned, via either email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by post to Elaine Moyes, PA/HR Officer, 147 Fintry Drive, Dundee, DD4 9HE, no later than 12 noon on Friday 18th May 2012.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Application packs can also be sourced by contacting Elaine Moyes on 01382 513821 or by emailing the above address. It is anticipated that interviews for this position will take place on Thursday 31st May 2012.

Registered Scottish Charity No. SC030152.

With over 5000 properties the Hillcrest Group provides excellent housing, support and care services to improve the quality of life for our customers.

Housing Strategy & Performance Manager
Ref: HH12/088
35.25 hours per week. Location: Dundee.
Salary: £34,438 - £44,142 per annum.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Corporate Management Team for a Housing Strategy & Performance Manager. The successful candidate will work closely with the management team and the Director of Housing, and will be responsible for managing and developing a high quality customer service, and will directly manage key staff.

The post-holder will play a key role with regard to improving performance and expanding new initiatives.

The individual will also have a role in the development of policy, practice and performance and contribute towards the development of corporate strategy for the group.

An essential requirement for this post is that you must either have or be working towards an approved qualification or accreditation within an agreed timescale

Candidates should be able to demonstrate that they have:

• An up to date knowledge of relevant legislation
• The ability to use initiative
• A flexible attitude that does not compromise standards, aims or objectives
• The ability to lead and motivate staff
• A corporate attitude by striving for good working relationships across departments
• Leadership qualities through attitude and ability.
• An ability to work with minimum supervision

As well as a competitive salary we also offer enhanced annual leave of 37 days.
A contributory pension is also available as well as childcare vouchers and free membership to our health care plan.

Call our recruitment line on 01382 564727 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Alternatively you can apply online at www.hillcrest.org.uk

Closing date for completed applications is: Friday 25th May 2012 at 12 Noon.

Please note we cannot accept CV's.

Working towards equality of opportunity

Applications are welcome from all minority groups

Hillcrest HA is a registered Charity No. SC006809

Housing Operations Manager - Allocations (temporary)
Edinburgh - £33,322 per annum (Ref: 1376 - 0045)

Trust Housing Association is a national provider of housing and support services, mainly, but not exclusively for older people, operating in most areas of Scotland.

We are seeking to recruit a temporary Housing Operations Manager for a minimum period of 6 months. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing and supporting the allocations team based in the Edinburgh office.

Candidates must be self motivated, well organised, have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be hands on and pro active in their approach.

The post holder will be required to monitor and evaluate home assessment, allocation and void management activities and lead in the development of strategies to minimise void times.

A secondment would be considered.

For an application pack, please telephone our 24 hour recruitment line on 0131 444 4999, or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it quoting the appropriate reference. Information is also available on our website http://www.trustha.org.uk/jobs

For an informal discussion please contact Gail Gourlay, Head of Customer Services on 0131 444 4966.

It is anticipated that interviews for this position will be held on Monday 28 May.

Please note that we do not accept CV's.

Closing date for applications is Monday 21 May.

We are pursuing a policy of equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC009086