Digital Inclusion Coordinator

Digital Inclusion Coordinator

Essex (Braintree)

£27,888 per annum

Permanent

At Greenfields Community Housing we put residents at the heart of our business, giving tenants and leaseholders a real say in the services we deliver. That’s what being a Community Gateway Association is all about.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Tenancy Sustainment Team to champion, lead and support residents claiming Universal Credit which in turn will help maximise our rental income.  You will also increase and improve online capablity and access to technology for all Greenfields residents.

For this role you are required to have a good general level of education and have 5 A* - C GCSE’s (Grades 4-9 from August 2018) or equivalent qualifications together with an up to date knowledge of welfare benefits and a knowledge of the impact of Digital Inclusion within the social housing sector. You will also have proven experience of advice and advocacy in the area of welfare benefits entitlement, particularly Universal Credit and experience of providing training on both an individual and group basis.

Key benefits include: 29 days holiday (includes bank holidays) plus Christmas closure days, BUPA, on site parking (contributory), pension, flexible working, mileage, life assurance, excellent learning and development opportunities, childcare subsidy scheme and childcare vouchers, health and wellbeing initiatives and reduced gym membership.

We are an inclusive organisation and aim for our staff profile to reflect that of the community we serve. We welcome applications from everyone including people of different ethnicities, which are currently under represented.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 23 November 2018 at 5pm

Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 4 December 2018