Housing Services Assistant 

Part-time Housing Services Assistant (17.5 hours per week)

EVH Grade 4, Points: PA 9 – 12, £10,661.50 - £12,056

Dunbritton Housing Association currently owns and manages a wide range of properties across West Dunbartonshire and Argyll & Bute Council areas. Since we were established in 1992, we have developed an excellent track record for delivering high-quality services in sustainable communities. We currently hold the Recognised for Excellence 3-Star accreditation and Silver accreditation for Investors in People.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and committed Housing Assistant who understands the needs of housing associations and can deliver a range of effective admin support services in our busy Housing Services department.

You will ideally have experience in delivering admin support in a busy customer-focused environment. You should have well-developed IT skills and be fully proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

The preferred working pattern is Wednesday afternoon, and all-day Thursday and Fridays. The successful candidate will also be expected to be able to work flexibly on occasion to meet the demands of the service.

If you think you’re up to the challenge and would like to know more, please download the application pack. Completed application forms should be emailed to Elaine Mackechnie, Corporate Services Assistant emackechnie@dunbritton.org.uk. Should you require any assistance or require a paper copy of the application pack please call us on 01389 761486 and ask for Elaine Mackechnie.

The closing date for applications is Monday 9 August 2021 by 12 pm.

 Applications received after this date will not be considered.

PLEASE NOTE THAT CVs WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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Housing Services Job Description 2021		86KB
Housing Services Assistant Application Form		121KB
Guidance Notes for Applicants 2021		288KB
Summary of Principal Terms & Conditions of Employment 2021		33KB
GDPR staff		256KB

Board Members – Dunbritton Housing Association

Since we were established in 1992 we have developed an excellent reputation for innovation, community involvement, delivering a range of excellent services. 

We serve a diverse range of communities spread across the geographic areas covered by both Argyll & Bute and West Dunbartonshire Councils.

This is a really exciting time to get involved at Dunbritton. Having achieved the ‘Committed to Excellence’ - 2 Star award in 2016 and now the 3 Star R4E award demonstrates its continuing focus on business improvement, ensuring that all areas of the business strive for excellence throughout the entire operation. We have also recently been accredited ' Investors in people Silver' and are committed to our journey in hope to achieve gold. 

Our voluntary Board of Management works closely with our Chief Executive Officer Allan Murphy and the team at Dunbritton to agree on the strategic objectives and monitor performance against the high standards that are expected across all business areas and services we provide.

We continuously review and improve all aspects of our business, reporting regularly on our performance to the Board of Management.

We have a highly experienced and enthusiastic Board and we are currently considering recruiting new people to bolster the team. We are committed to equality and diversity and encourage interest from all sections of the community. 

The position of Board Member is voluntary; however reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be paid for example for attending meetings. New members will be given a full induction and regular training will be provided to enable you to plan, lead and support the strategic direction of the Association in the future.

If you would like an informal chat to discuss what is involved and the application process please call 01389 761486 or contact us at admin@dunbritton.org.uk.