Current Jobs Vacancies

2025-06-02T06:00:00+01:0030/06/2025 23:59:00

Assurance Officer (Governance)

Closing Date: 30/06/2025
Salary:£35,000 per annum
Job Type:Permanent - Full Time
Location: Hybrid – Gloucester
Read moreOrganisation: GCH

Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week over 9 days a fortnight)

We’re all about work life balance, this role offers a 9 day working fortnight so you’ll get a day to yourself every other week – what more could you want?

Searching for a dynamic and flexible employer? Look no further than GCH. We trust our colleagues and empower them to deliver how it works best for our customers.

We’re now seeking an Assurance Officer – someone to deliver high-quality, efficient and professional performance & assurance reporting and insurance management which supports the organisation to retain a G1 rating.

You’ll support the delivery of the internal audit contract, including liaising with internal audit and services and communicate key information to ensure the effective delivery of the audit plan. You’ll lead on the coordination of follow up actions and support reporting of progress, undertaking an agreed programme of 2nd line assurance reviews across GCH.

With timely and appropriate internal and external communication of the Governance team’s work including related sector news, you’ll track and understand assurances across the organisation, drawing together key information for reporting to senior management, Audit and Risk Committee and Board and be responsible for ensuring adequate insurance provision for the organisation, management of claims, liaising with Insurance Brokers and Insurance Companies.

You’ll ensure that Data Protection compliance is proactively prioritised across the organisation and resourced appropriately to ensure key delivery which minimises organisational risks and take the lead in ensuring subject access requests are appropriately supported including end to end meeting administration support.

We’d like you to have…

  • Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.
  • Experience of report writing and presentation to Executive Leadership Teams and Governing bodies.
  • Experience of Data Protection and Compliance work.
  • Have experience in Social Housing Regulation and compliance, or similar regulated environment.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of insurance cover, claims procedures and renewal of policies.
  • Strong communication skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels.
  • The ability to influence others through negotiation, advice, and persuasion.

Closing Date:

GCH reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date.

GCH is committed to equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from all sections of our community, particularly those with lived experience of our work.

We celebrate the diverse nature of our customers and colleagues, striving to develop diverse teams where everyone can be their authentic self through an inclusive, family friendly, flexible and fun culture.

At GCH, we Adapt, wev Inspire, we Own it and we Care. We live by our values and are dedicated to delivering on our commitment to customers #BeTheDifference. If that sounds like you, we’d be delighted to hear from you!


2025-06-03T06:00:00+01:0001/07/2025 23:59:00

Casual Relief Support Worker - Young People

Closing Date: 01/07/2025
Salary:£12.60 per hour
Job Type: Relief Worker
Location: Hewmar House, Gloucester
Read moreOrganisation: GCH

At our new and exciting young person’s supported housing property we are required to be agile to meet the changing and evolving needs on a day-to-day basis for the scheme. We therefore need to be able to adapt the exact staffing levels required and are seeking casual zero hours workers to support us in meeting the fluctuating demands of the service.

Hours offered will vary on a week-by-week basis across a range of shifts that may be any time between the hours 8am-10pm, 7 days a week across the team.

The opportunity

It’s an exciting time for us as we have recently acquired a new homeless property to support young people aged 18-25 at risk of homelessness and rough sleeping.

A great opportunity to develop your skills, work varying hours around your other commitments and perhaps build your career in Supported Housing, as aCasual Relief Support Worker you will support young people with multiple and complex needs, so they can articulate and achieve their aspirations and ambitions and acquire the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives.

Within this role, you’ll deliver one to one key work sessions, groupwork and activities through the support model so that residents can access tailored solutions that meet their needs, wishes and aspirations. You’ll work creatively and effectively alongside young people to inspire and encourage them to develop their talents as they seek employment, volunteering, and training opportunities.

Ensuring young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their own personal development, to engage with the services on offer and build strong networks and connections within the local community to sustain their journey when they move on, you’ll ensure their views, aspirations, concerns, and ideas are sought so they can play an active role in influencing the services they receive.

We’d like you to have…

  • Proactively support young people with multiple and complex needs in enabling them to achieve independent living.
  • Experience of dealing effectively and proactively with customers, in difficult situations where it is not always possible to meet customer needs/wishes.
  • Ability to use IT systems, including PCs, mobile phones, digital cameras and PDA’s, to gather, store and process information.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with a strong customer focus.
  • The ability to give accurate and up to date advice, information, and support on a broad range of topics.
  • The ability to understand the needs and perceptions of clients; handling difficult situations sensitively together with the ability to understand the needs of different client groups and individuals; including the ability to deal with complex mental health, substance abuse and violent behaviour.
  • Knowledge of the principles of psychologically informed environments, trauma informed care and strengths-based support or a willingness to learn.
  • Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion.

GCH is under no obligation to offer work, or to provide a minimum number of hours of work each day or week as part of a Casual Relief Worker agreement. Workers will also have the right to refuse work offered.

Why us?

You may have sensed that we’re not just any social housing provider. We look to do things differently to achieve our commitment to building a healthy, vibrant, and inclusive organisation that treats people with respect and creates opportunities for all.

We have strong community roots and an ambitious five-year strategy which we are refreshing right now. In the last year we have undergone significant change in our operating environment, regulatory framework and with the needs and expectations of customers and colleagues.

Application Information

For more information on the role accountabilities and skills required, please check out the job description

We’re interested to know about you, your skills and knowledge, and your motivations and how these align with our vision and values. To demonstrate this, please provide a CV and Personal Supporting Statement.

If you have any questions in relation to the Casual Relief Worker contract or any other elements of this opportunity, please contact us on Michelle White on 07984-289876

Closing date: 1st July 2025. 

Shortlisting will be carried out throughout the period of the advert and this closing date may be brought forward should we receive a large response from suitable candidates.


2025-06-12T06:00:00+01:0010/07/2025 23:59:00

Handyperson

Closing Date: 10/07/2025
Salary:£26,625.89 per annum
Job Type:Permanent - Full Time
Location: Gloucester
Read moreOrganisation: GCH

37 hours per week

At GCH, we're more than just a housing provider — we're a people-first organisation committed to making a real difference in our community. We value collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation and you'll be empowered to grow, contribute meaningfully, and help shape a better future for residents across Gloucestershire.

We are now seeking a Handyperson – someone to provide a professional and effective facilities and service, including the cleaning, decoration and maintenance of vacant rooms, maintenance of internal & external communal areas and carrying out minor repairs, reporting any repairs identified and liaising with GCH’s Homeless Accommodation Officers on any Customer anti-social behaviour and safeguarding concerns.

You’ll ensure rooms are made available to re-let within 36 hours through proactive services, undertake environmental work in gardens where applicable, including strimming, mowing lawns, weeding, and trimming, ensure recycling and general waste areas are kept clean and managed and test the fire alarm and water systems weekly in all our Homeless schemes and record this appropriately and conclude monthly flushing of our water systems and record this on a spreadsheet each month.

Liaising closely with our Voids, Homeless and Estates Team and attending all training required, wearing any protective equipment supplied whilst working on site, you’ll ensure all equipment is regularly checked, then returned and stored safely & securely at the end of the working day and that our homeless properties comply with current and future legislation and that it adheres to GCH policies and procedures to ensure that our statutory Health and Safety requirements are met.

We’d like you to…

  • Have experience of decorating and cleaning domestic properties, including knowledge and experience of providing minor repairs and maintenance.
  • Have experience of using IT systems, including PC’s, mobile phones, digital cameras to gather, store and process information with an understanding of the benefits of IT to monitor and enhance service delivery.
  • Have experience of keeping accurate records on a daily, weekly, monthly basis.
  • Have experience of testing fire alarms systems
  • Have experience Legionella and importance of water testing and flushing to required legislation.
  • Have experience of using power tools and garden equipment.
  • Be able to work as part of a team taking responsibility of good communication with team members and a positive approach to solving problems
  • Have good understanding of Health and Safety law, practices, and compliance requirements as they relate to temporary accommodation.

You must have a Full UK Driving License. Access to a company vehicle will be provided during working hours.

Closing Date: 10th July 2025. 

GCH reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date.

GCH is committed to equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from all sections of our community, particularly those with lived experience of our work.

We celebrate the diverse nature of our customers and colleagues, striving to develop diverse teams where everyone can be their authentic self through an inclusive, family friendly, flexible and fun culture.

At GCH, we Adapt, we Inspire, we Own it and we Care. We live by our values and are dedicated to delivering on our commitment to customers #BeTheDifference. If that sounds like you, we’d be delighted to hear from you!


2025-06-17T06:00:00+01:0015/07/2025 23:59:00

Property Maintenance Operative Apprentice

Closing Date: 15/07/2025
Salary:£26,208 per annum
Job Type:Apprentice,Fixed Term Contract
Location: Gloucester
Read moreOrganisation: GCH

2 Year Fixed Term Contract, Full Time (40 hours per week)

Looking for a fresh challenge? At GCH you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that puts people first — whether that’s the customers we serve or the colleagues we work alongside. If you want to build a career you can be proud of, with an organisation that values your work each day, GCH is the place to be.

We’re now seeking a Property Maintenance Operative Apprentice to support the delivery of high-quality maintenance, repairs, and installations across the social housing property portfolio.

You’ll develop practical skills across multiple trades, assist experienced tradespeople, and contribute to maintaining safe, comfortable, and well-maintained homes for customers. The role involves working in occupied and unoccupied properties, adhering to Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and GCH’s policies and procedures, and providing excellent customer service.

Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas to a high standard of safety and cleanliness, you’ll assist with diagnosing repair issues and escalating complex problems to senior staff. You’ll attend training sessions and workshops to learn trade skills, safety practices, and company procedures and communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and colleagues, providing excellent customer care.

We’d like you to…

  • Have a genuine interest in a career in property maintenance/trades within a social housing environment.
  • Be committed to following Health & Safety regulations and working according to good practice.
  • Be IT literate, with experience working with electronic devices, PDA, tablets, and computers.
  • Be able to follow instructions and learn new tasks in order to contribute to delivering a high-quality customer focussed service.
  • Have basic problem-solving skills and initiative.
  • Be able to work effectively as part of a team and use own initiative where needed.
  • Be reliable, punctual, resilient with a positive attitude.
  • Have excellent communication and listening skills.
  • Have the ability and willingness to work in variety of working environments and conditions.

Closing Date: 15th July 2025. 

GCH reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date.

GCH is committed to equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from all sections of our community, particularly those with lived experience of our work.

We celebrate the diverse nature of our customers and colleagues, striving to develop diverse teams where everyone can be their authentic self through an inclusive, family friendly, flexible and fun culture.

At GCH, we Adapt, we Inspire, we Own it and we Care. We live by our values and are dedicated to delivering on our commitment to customers #BeTheDifference. If that sounds like you, we’d be delighted to hear from you!


2025-06-23T06:00:00+01:0021/07/2025 23:59:00

Multi Trade Operative

Closing Date: 21/07/2025
Salary:£34,185 per annum
Job Type:Permanent - Full Time
Location: Gloucester
Read moreOrganisation: GCH

Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)

  • To include on call rota (with a standby rate)
  • Company Van provided (for business use only)
  • Uniform Provided

Are you an experienced Plumber or Carpenter looking for your next role within Social Housing?

Are you a versatile professional who can address a range of property needs efficiently?

Are you looking for an employer where you feel included, valued, respected and proud to be part of a progressive and innovative organisation?

We’re a flexible and family friendly organisation, who believe that everyone deserves a home they can be proud of, where they can thrive and be healthy.

Here at Gloucester City Homes, we’re seeking Multi-Trade Operatives with a base trade in either Plumbing, Wet Trades or Carpentry to join our Repairs Team. You’ll repair, maintain and install multiple trade items including roof, structure and fabric of buildings internal & external, service supplies, fixtures & fittings and other products associated with plumbing, carpentry and wet trades to a high standard to GCH customers’ homes and commercial premises.

You’ll work in accordance with prescribed work schedules, the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and to GCH established standard policy & procedures set for delivery of exceptional customer service. Liaising with both internal and external customers, line manager/supervisor, scheduler and colleagues appropriately and promptly, you’ll ensure those connected or involved in your work are aware of progress and action taken or action required to rectify any identified defect/s, concerns or accounts of resident vulnerability Completing a high percentage of jobs as first time fix to achieve excellent customer satisfaction.

We’d like you to…

  • Hold a City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or above in an associated trade/craft.
  • Have previous experience in applying multi trade skills to the installation, repair and maintenance of fixtures, fittings and fitments.
  • Have experience of working in a customer responsive environment.
  • Have full working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements related to workshop practice and maintenance.
  • Be able to prioritise and organise own workload.
  • Be a problem solver with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
  • Be able to interpret manufacturers’ instructions/technical manuals and drawings (desirable).
  • Be IT literate, comfortable working with electronic devices, PDA’s, tablets and computers (desirable).

Closing Date: 21st July 2025. 

GCH reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date.

GCH is committed to equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from all sections of our community, particularly those with lived experience of our work.

We celebrate the diverse nature of our customers and colleagues, striving to develop diverse teams where everyone can be their authentic self through an inclusive, family friendly, flexible and fun culture.

At GCH, we Adapt, we Inspire, we Own it and we Care. We live by our values and are dedicated to delivering on our commitment to customers #BeTheDifference. If that sounds like you, we’d be delighted to hear from you!