Community Development Officer
| Posting date: | 23 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £36,592 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 May 2026 |
| Location: | Salford, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | ForHousing |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
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?
• Best companies 2-star employer – our colleagues rated us an “Outstanding Place to Work”.
• Hybrid working – some of your time can be spent working at home, or you’re free to spend more time in the office if you prefer. There will be a requirement to attend the office on occasion.
• Agile working – we are outcome driven, so we empower you to do your best work, in the way that works best for you.
• STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
• Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
• Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.
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
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on recruitment@forhousing.co.uk
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
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?
• Best companies 2-star employer – our colleagues rated us an “Outstanding Place to Work”.
• Hybrid working – some of your time can be spent working at home, or you’re free to spend more time in the office if you prefer. There will be a requirement to attend the office on occasion.
• Agile working – we are outcome driven, so we empower you to do your best work, in the way that works best for you.
• STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
• Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
• Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.
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
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on recruitment@forhousing.co.uk
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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