Rural Housing Enabler

Would you like to be part of a team committed to understanding and meeting the housing needs of rural communities in North and East Yorkshire? Are you interested in working with Local Authorities, communities, Parish Councils and Housing

We are looking for a Rural Housing Enabler, based in the Richmondshire District, to join the existing Rural Housing Enabler Team that works on behalf of the York, North Yorkshire & East Riding Strategic Housing Partnership. Associations?

The team works to identify, develop and progress affordable housing opportunities in rural areas across North and East Yorkshire. In 2020/21 we helped deliver over 300 much needed rural affordable homes and are on track to deliver a similar number this year. The RHEs work closely with parish councils, rural communities and partners (including Registered Providers and Homes England) and assist housing and planning officers with enquiries relating to rural housing provision and the development of rural affordable housing policy. The team report to the Rural Housing Enabler Network and the Housing Board for York, North Yorkshire and East Riding.

Due to the retirement of the previous post holder, a part time vacancy (18.5 hours per week) has arisen, covering the Richmondshire District. The posts is based in the District Council’s office in Richmond. The post offers flexible part-time working, including working from home for part of the week.

This opportunity would be of interest to those with experience in housing, planning or community development. It is an ideal secondment opportunity for someone seeking experience in rural affordable housing.

If you wish to know more about the post please contact Sharon Graham, Housing Strategy Manager, York, North Yorkshire & East Riding on 01609 767256.

An application form must be completed. CVs alone will not be accepted. Application forms and vacancy details can be downloaded from www.hambleton.gov.uk by clicking here. 

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Applications to be received by midnight on 24^th April 2022  

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 9^th May 2022

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you have not received a response by the interview date you should assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We value diversity in our workforce and are committed to equal opportunities.  Disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications invited from all sectors of society, as covered by the Equality Act 2010.