About The Role
Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Closing Date: 21 April 2026
Closing Time: 11:59pm
Interview Method: Face to Face
Legal Right to Work: Applicants must have existing right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. All examples and statements must be truthful, factually accurate, and taken directly from your own experience. Plagiarism may result in withdrawal of applications or disciplinary action.
References: Up to 2 references required; where possible, 3 years’ history is preferred.
There are a number of routine and recurring tasks that this role fulfils, including organising and minute‑taking of external day and evening meetings, conducting estate walk‑abouts across the three PFI projects, and carrying out home damp and mould inspections. The properties within the PFI agreements are based in the Ardwick and Miles Platting areas of Manchester.
This grade 6 role is a key role within the PFI team as they do a lot of co‑ordination for the three Housing Projects and ensure that governance arrangements are adhered to.
For more information on the role please contact Diane.Birchwood@manchester.gov.uk (07814 082217).
About the Candidate
We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard‑working individual to join the PFI team. This is an opportunity for someone wishing to begin or move to a career in Social Housing.
The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and exceptional organisational skills.
Proficiency in minute taking and analysing data in Excel would be a benefit, but training can be provided.
Knowledge of recent legislative changes within the Social Housing sector would also be advantageous.
About Us
We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives.
- We take time to listen and understand
- We work together and trust each other
- We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
- We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
- We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
Benefits we offer
- Generous holiday allowance: Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
- A buzzing pension: Enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme with many options to top up benefits. Includes life cover of three‑times your salary as a lump sum.
- Enhanced parental and carers leave: Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options.
- Brilliant perks: Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Discounts on phone contracts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
- Learn and grow: Dedicated to nurturing talent and providing learning opportunities, including workshops, training sessions, apprenticeships and qualifications.
- A Good Employment Charter member: Committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do.
- Up to 3 days volunteering leave: Three days pro‑rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council
We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, disabled people and young people.
Support During the Process
- Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
- Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the Accessibility tools button on our careers page. This tool offers features such as text‑to‑speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size.
Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:
- Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
- Current or former care leavers
- Have a disability or long‑term condition
- Have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programme
When You Join Us
- A workplace adjustment hub provides specialist support and guidance.
- Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network offer inclusive spaces.
- Commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards.
What we will need from you if you’re successful
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
Pre‑Employment Checks
- Proof of Right to Work
- References from current and previous employer(s)
- Proof of Qualifications relevant to the role
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check
- Proof of Manchester Residency (if required)
- Police Vetting (if required)
- Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance (if required)
- Driving Licence (if role requires driving)
Other relevant information
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.
For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the attached role profile.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. All examples and statements must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Plagiarism may result in withdrawal of applications or disciplinary action.
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