Facilities Support Assistant

Overview

• Founded over a century ago by philanthropist Joseph Rowntree, the trust was set up to build and manage New Earswick, a pioneering model village in York.
• As an exempt charity operating in partnership with the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, it owns and manages around 2,600 homes—building a future community while stewarding a historic one.
• The trust develops a mix of apartments, houses, bungalows and accessible homes—supporting individuals, families, older people and those with disabilities through rented and shared‑ownership models.
• It also provides registered care services—residential, nursing and extra‑care—across several sites, all CQC‑rated Good.
• Notable projects include Derwenthorpe and New Lodge in York, alongside affordable housing partnerships in Leeds and Easingwold with energy‑efficient EPC‑rated properties.
• Its regulatory compliance includes a G1 governance rating and V2 viability rating, reflecting strong oversight amid sector challenges.
• An unusual legacy: it originated in the early 1900s trait of creating self‑governing, green communities free of the stigma of charity, and remains rooted in that ethos today.

Culture + Values

• Committed to responsible and ethical business practices.
• Provide high-quality homes and services to support the communities served.
• Collaborate with others to enhance lives and foster sustainable communities.
• Value openness, honesty, and transparency in operations.
• Strive to be innovative, embracing new ideas to drive positive change.

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

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