About this role
<p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Team: </strong>Ukraine Support (Housing Solutions)<strong><br>Job Family:</strong> Providing - CBG9<strong><br>Salary:</strong> £34,811 - £37,562 per annum pro rata<strong><br>Hours: </strong>37 hours per week<strong><br>Location:</strong> You will be expected to attend a CBC office location as often as needed to carry out your role, which will be no less than once per month.<strong><br>Contract Type:</strong> Hybrid - Permanent<strong><br>Closing Date: </strong>12th July 2026<strong><br>Interview Date: </strong>20th and 23rd July 2026</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>About the Role:</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ukraine Support Team delivers vital support to individuals and families arriving in the UK, helping them settle safely and rebuild their lives within the community.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We work closely with individuals and families arriving in the UK, helping them access housing, health, education, and other essential services. We also work with CBC residents who sponsor and host Ukrainian guests. Alongside this, the team plays a key role in managing data, coordinating responses across departments, and ensuring our processes adapt to changing national and local priorities.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We work closely with Ukrainian guests to help them access housing, healthcare, education, and other essential services. We also support local residents who are sponsoring and hosting our guests. Alongside this, the team plays a key role in managing data, and adapting processes to meet evolving national and local priorities.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We are seeking a dedicated and organised professional to join our Ukraine Support Team. This is a varied and rewarding role, combining casework, stakeholder engagement, and system and process coordination.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">As a Resettlement Officer you will work closely with guests, sponsors and hosts, council services, and external partners to ensure people have access to the support they need to rebuild their lives. You will also play a key role in maintaining accurate data, ensuring strong governance, and supporting transparent reporting across the service.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">While the role is currently focused on supporting the Homes for Ukraine scheme, there is scope for it to develop into a broader resettlement and emergency support function, supporting refugees and others requiring urgent housing and integration assistance.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">In this role, you will:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Manage a caseload, working directly with individuals and families to support their needs and promote independence</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Coordinate interventions to safeguard guests, prevent homelessness, and enable sustainable outcomes</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Work across council and central government systems to collect, validate, analyse, and present data for statutory reporting</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ensure high standards of data quality, integrity, and compliance</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and service delivery</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team, committed to delivering a high-quality and responsive service at a time of significant need.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>About you</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">You will be an experienced and motivated professional with a passion for supporting vulnerable people, including those who have experienced trauma, and for navigating highly sensitive and complex situations to help them achieve positive outcomes. You’ll bring:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement practical solutions</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Confidence in working with data, including interpreting and presenting complex information in a clear, accessible way</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">IT skills, including Microsoft Office package.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to build trust and influence effectively</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The ability to manage a varied workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines for statutory reporting and performance requirements</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Resilience and professionalism, with the ability to manage challenging situations and exposure to complex needs, including mental health pressures</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience of working independently, including lone working, while maintaining high standards of safety and accountability</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">A collaborative approach, working effectively across teams and departments to achieve shared goals</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Above all, you will be committed to making a difference—supporting people to live safely, independently, and with dignity.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Our Offer</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We have a number of rewards and benefits available to our staff, to view these please visit our <a href="https://jobs.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/content/Our-rewards-and-benefits/?locale=en_GB">Rewards and Benefits page</a></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer. We welcome discussion on location, hours and working pattern as part of the application process.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">You will be expected to demonstrate how you meet the key accountabilities and competencies in this <a title="" href="https://centralbedfordshirecouncil.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/Communications/IgCIrh4YrplmSL62fcHt-FB5AcUYl9FUROMHaCS0_rf4y6w?e=iDhipc" target="_self">Recruitment Pack.</a></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Our <a href="https://centralbedfordshirecouncil.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/Communications/EuejD31meJ9GiiHyMPHL6V4BUJcaSc16Y3dGD4m8GxPfYA?e=Dg6Cg2">Competency Framework and Qualification Guidance</a> are to be read in conjunction with our Recruitment Pack.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>For an informal discussion about this position, please contact: </strong><span style="color:black;background-color:white">Kamila Rzenno at [email protected] or call 0300 300 5858</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To maintain a fair and consistent approach for applicants, it is Central Bedfordshire Council's policy to only consider applications made via our online application system and we therefore thank you for not submitting your application offline.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Our National Careers Service team offer a free monthly workshop covering CV writing and how to complete the statement sections of the Central Bedfordshire Council online application form. This MS Teams workshop is open to anyone from the UK and lasts around 1.5 hours</strong>.<strong><u> </u></strong><a href="https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/xfp/form/667"><strong> Please book your place here.</strong></a></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">More information about this service can be found here: <a href="https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/info/207/support_getting_into_work_or_learning">Support getting into work or learning | Central Bedfordshire Council</a></span></p>