Application Closing Date 13/11/2026 23:59
Salary £37,507.02 per annum
Location Knowsley
Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
As part of our Communities and Engagement team, you’ll empower communities by working with local partners and stakeholders to deliver initiatives and projects to support our vision of “Improved Lives.”
Why ForHousing?
- Rated an “Outstanding Company to Work For” by our colleagues through Best Companies.
- Hybrid working – some of your time can be spent working from home, with flexibility to work from the office.
- Agile working – trusted to manage your work in the way that works best for you, in line with business needs.
- 10% employer pension contribution through salary sacrifice, regardless of how much you choose to contribute.
- 23 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus bank holidays and 3 discretionary Christmas closure days. You can also buy up to 5 additional days each year through salary sacrifice.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
- LinkedIn Learning – access to more than 20,000 expert-led courses to support your development.
- Wellbeing support, including gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition guidance and financial wellbeing advice.
- Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 confidential counselling and support helpline.
- MyPerks – discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers.
- Colleague recognition scheme – give and receive monetary rewards redeemable with major retailers.
- SmartTech – spread the cost of the latest technology over your salary, interest free.
- Cycle to Work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment through salary sacrifice.
- Work anniversary awards
What you’ll be doing:
- Designing and delivering projects in collaboration with local communities and stakeholders using asset-based approaches
- Coordinating large scale community projects and initiatives
- Partnering with internal teams and external organisations to develop and deliver action plans that benefit local communities
- Taking part in local partnership funding bids
- Identifying and reporting opportunities for continuous improvement
What we’re looking for:
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- An understanding of social housing issues and ideally have experience in asset-based community development
- To be considered for this role, applications must include a cover letter and CV
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on application numbers.
Please note that this Job Description will be reviewed in the next six months
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Community Development Officer in Knowsley employer: ForHousing
ForHousing in Salford is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering individuals through meaningful employment support. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer comprehensive training and growth opportunities within a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Our commitment to making a positive impact in the community, combined with our supportive team environment, makes ForHousing a rewarding place to build your career.
