Community Engagement Regeneration Officer
Bpha
Deliver community engagement for regeneration projects, especially Greyfriars, Bedford.
7 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bedford, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Property Development
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Supported Housing
Role
What you would be doing
community engagement
stakeholder liaison
record keeping
public events
customer support
regeneration delivery
- Bringing people together to address important local issues and co-create regeneration proposals.
- Delivering community engagement for regeneration projects, with a focus on Greyfriars, Bedford.
- Maintaining accurate records of all engagement activity.
- Organising and representing bpha at public events, liaising with political stakeholders, local authorities, and partner agencies.
- Engaging and consulting with residents, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
- Gathering and sharing community and stakeholder views to influence positive change.
- Supporting customers through the regeneration process, including helping with moves to new homes.
What you bring
project management
problem solving
relationship building
driving licence
evening flexibility
community engagement
Are you passionate about bringing people together and supporting thriving communities? bpha is seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Community Engagement Regeneration Officer to play a key role in the regeneration of Greyfriars, Bedford, and other development projects.
All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references.
- Good organisation, planning, and project management skills.
- Creative approach to problem-solving and project delivery.
- Ability to build strong relationships and earn trust at all levels.
- Must be able to drive and have the use of the car for work
- Working flexibly, including some evenings and weekends (with flexi-time arrangements).
- Happy to work evenings and weekends if necessary to attend events and meetings.
- Ability to work with diverse communities, including those experiencing social or economic disadvantage.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- Experience in community engagement, regeneration, or social housing (desirable).
- Physically fit and able to meet the operational demands of the role.
Hours – Part time – 18.5hr per week
- Generous Pension Scheme
- 28 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
- Retail Discounts
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- This is a remote working position (home based), with regular travel to Greyfriars/and or the office or other locations – with a flexible approach where you can cover other areas
- Private Health Care
- Employee Assistance Programme
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Interview process
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Security clearance- pre-employment screening includes dbs check and references.
Company
Overview
3,000 homes
Construction Target
Aim to deliver 3,000 new homes over five years using modern methods of construction.
20,000 properties
Managed Properties
Grown to manage over 20,000 properties across multiple regions.
1990-founded
Year Established
Originally founded in 1990 through local council housing stock transfer.
A+ credit rating
Financial Strength
Backed by an A+ credit rating from S&P, ensuring strong financial stability.
- Specialises in affordable housing, retirement living, shared ownership and specialist supported housing.
- Develops portfolio of both general needs rental and innovative retirement and shared-ownership schemes.
- Runs Carelink: a 24/7 responder service enhancing community safety and independence.
- Pioneered health‑and‑housing partnerships to address well‑being through community‑focused design.
28-33 Days
Annual Leave
Flexible annual leave arrangements that increase with length of service.
2,000 Courses
Learning Opportunities
Access to extensive learning and development programs, including over 2,000 courses.
10% Pension
Employer Contribution
Generous pension scheme with up to a 10% employer contribution.
48 Months
Coverage Duration
48-month life assurance program provided for employees.
- We are ambitious
- We are better together
- We show empathy
- We take responsibility
- Quality homes. Connected communities
- Deliver quality and value to customers
- Help make places and build local communities
- Create a sustainable future
- Put people at the heart of bpha
- A collaborative spirit woven into all our work
- We listen to our employees’ views and opinions through a multitude of platforms and engagement activities
- We nurture our employees’ growth by investing heavily in personal development and learning
- Volunteering opportunities available
- Support for health and wellbeing through activities and services
- Flexible working (hybrid or field‑based) with Surface Pro laptops and formal flexible arrangements
- Private healthcare, mental health first aiders, Employee Assistance Programme with counselling, digital gym and wellbeing portal
- Support for professional subscriptions, life coaching, career guidance, and apprenticeships
2050
Net Zero Target
Aims to achieve net zero in alignment with the UK government's zero-carbon economy goal.
2024–2028
Sustainability Strategy
Focuses on reducing carbon footprint, protecting biodiversity, and managing water use in homes.
- All new homes to be energy efficient, cost-effective to run, and future-proofed for emerging technologies
- Water-efficient fixtures installed via bathroom replacement programme coupled with customer education
- Commitment to protecting green spaces via partnerships and community green improvement projects
April 2024
Gender Pay Statement
The company published its gender pay statement in April 2024, demonstrating its commitment to transparency and accountability in workplace equity.
Rank 67
Great Place to Work
The company achieved a ranking of 67 in the Great Place to Work for Women UK survey in 2023, reflecting its strong support for gender equality.
Rank 48
Great Place to Work
In 2022, the company was ranked 48th in the Great Place to Work for Women UK survey, showcasing its consistent commitment to creating an inclusive environment for women.
Rank 67
UK’s Best Workplaces
The company was recognized as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women in 2023, ranking 67th, highlighting its efforts to foster a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
Rank 48
UK’s Best Workplaces
In 2022, the company achieved a ranking of 48 in the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women survey, underscoring its dedication to advancing gender equality and women’s career development.
- Transparent recruitment process supporting applicants from all backgrounds.
- Inclusive, discrimination-free workplace where individual differences are celebrated.
- ‘Lunch and Learn’ sessions, wellbeing activities, Mental Health First Aid service, and professional development programmes available to all.
- Gender ratio: unspecified overall, but recognized for women-friendly workplace rankings.
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