Digital Inclusion Coordinator
Essex (Braintree)
£27,888 per annum
Permanent

Our client puts residents at the heart of their business, giving tenants and leaseholders a real say in the services they 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 their rental income. You will also increase and improve online capability and access to technology for all their 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.

They are an inclusive organisation and aim for their staff profile to reflect that of the community they serve. They 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