Location: Kendal
Contract Type: Permanent

About this opportunity

Following an exciting restructure of our Housing Team, we are delighted to offer several new opportunities — including this rewarding role within our Home Improvement Agency (HIA).

If you are someone who is proactive, enthusiastic, and motivated to make a real difference, and you enjoy working with and supporting customers, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role

Working as part of our dedicated HIA service, you will help deliver Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs) across the Furness area. Your work will directly support older, disabled, and vulnerable residents to live safely, independently, and comfortably at home.

In this role, you will:

• Provide technical advice and support to residents wishing to repair, adapt, or improve their homes
• Deliver a high‑quality service from initial referral through to completion of works, including home assessments
• Prepare costings, schedules of work, and working drawings
• Work closely with Occupational Therapists, Contractors, Technicians, and other professionals
• Ensure compliance with Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and Building Regulations
• Monitor the performance of Technicians, Contractors, and Handypersons, resolving issues in a timely manner
• Build strong relationships with Housing Associations, Landlords, Contractors, and wider partners
• Support the ongoing development and growth of the Home Improvement Agency
• Keep up to date with legislation, policy changes, industry developments, pricing structures, and specification systems

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. You will be joining a flexible, supportive, and responsive Housing Team where we work collectively to deliver the best outcomes for our residents.

Who we are looking for…

We are seeking someone who is:

• An excellent communicator who can confidently challenge, negotiate, and engage with a wide range of people
• Empathetic and understanding when working with vulnerable individuals and families
• Organised, proactive, and committed to delivering high‑quality services
• Skilled in IT and comfortable managing data for statutory reports and funding requirements
• Knowledgeable about housing services, policies, and legislation — particularly within the private housing sector
• Experienced in housing or building‑related roles, especially those supporting vulnerable people
• Confident working in multi‑agency environments
• Familiar with Disabled Facilities Grants (desirable but not essential)
• Able to build strong external partnerships and maintain effective working relationships

Above all, you will bring ambition, energy, and a collaborative approach to help continue growing and promoting our Home Improvement Agency.

Why Join Us?

• Play a direct role in improving lives and strengthening communities
• Work in a positive, supportive, and flexible environment
• Help shape and grow an exciting and impactful service
• Access opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team where your skills are valued, we’d be delighted to receive your application.

Whilst this post is based in Kendal, you must have the ability to travel efficiently around the Westmorland and Furness area to conduct visits and attend meetings

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 25/03/2026

Interview date: w/c 06/04/2026

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

This role requires a Basic DBS check

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.