Retirement Living Assistant

Job Title: Retirement Living Assistant 
Contract Type:  Permanent
Salary:  £26,227.50 per annum 
Working Hours:  Full Time, 7.5 hours per week 
Working Pattern: Mon to Fri 9-5pm
Location: Car is essential due to travelling across five sites in Leicester - Higham Way House, The Quadrant, Vernon House, Rowsley House and Adnitt House.

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description. 
Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.

The difference you will make as a Retirement Living Assistant 
Acting as an initial point of contact both on the phone and in the reception area, you will always ensure a professional and supportive approach is maintained, whilst working as part of a team to provide ‘best practice’.  You will assist in the day-to-day delivery of a comprehensive housing management service for Retirement Living, including working with tenancy agreements, ensuring all records and files are maintained and held securely to maintain confidentiality. 

About you 
We are looking for someone with: 
• Experience of working in a customer focussed environment  
• Strong communication skills  
• Previous experience of working with vulnerable and/or older people  
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office  

Why Riverside? 
At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.  

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. 
Working with us, you’ll enjoy: 
• Competitive pay & generous pension  
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays 
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology 
• A wide range of benefits  

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside: 
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.  

Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered.