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Repairs Scheduler \n Full Time (37 hours per week)Location - Bedford (Hybrid Working)Salary - £28,882.35 per annum \n \n This role is hybrid, working from our head office in Bedford and from home. You will be office-based until fully trained; once competent, you can adopt a hybrid working pattern, to be agreed with the Scheduling Team Leader. \n \n There is a requirement to work a late shift from home (12pm - 8pm). In addition, one week in every four you will work half a day on a weekday and half a day on a Saturday. We can be flexible with this. \n \n Make a real difference in our brand-new in-house repairs & maintenance service \n \n Are you an experienced works scheduler with a background in dynamic scheduling systems and a passion for delivering excellent customer service? Do you want to be part of our in-house repairs & maintenance service, where your work makes a difference to our customers and you're valued as a key member of our workforce? If so, we want to hear from you! \n \n Repairs and maintenance services affect our customers personally, impacting their quality of life and satisfaction with their homes. To provide the very best service possible, we are bringing our repairs and maintenance service in-house. \n \n As a Repairs Scheduler you will be: \n \n\n • Be a confident people person who works seamlessly with our tradespeople and sub-contractors.\n, • Scheduling the right colleague for each job and plan daily workloads efficiently and effectively.\n, • Helping maximise first-time-fix rates and minimise travel between jobs.\n, • Reducing disruption to customers by planning thoughtfully and communicating clearly.\n\n \n What We're Looking for in a Repairs Scheduler: \n \n\n • Experience of logistical planning or other comparable scheduling service.\n, • An organised approach to work, with a positive attitude and great time management.\n, • A strong, demonstrable commitment to excellence in customer service through empathetic and considerate approaches to jobs.\n, • Housing repairs and maintenance knowledge beneficial, but not essential.\n, • Good communication and IT skills.\n\n \n Working pattern \n \n Hybrid role: office-based during training, then a mix of office and home working (to be agreed). Late shift 12pm-8pm from home. One week in every four includes half-day weekday and half-day Saturday working (flexible). \n \n Why Join Us? \n \n At bpha, our values are at the heart of everything we do: \n \n\n • We take responsibility: We do what we say and are accountable for our actions.\n, • We show empathy: We respect and listen to every colleague and customer.\n, • We are better together: We value diversity and achieve more as one team.\n, • We are ambitious: We strive for excellence and make a positive difference.\n\n \n Employee Benefits \n \n We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a pay cheque. In addition to a wealth of other benefits and as part of our commitment to your wellbeing and development, we offer: \n \n\n • A competitive salary of £28,882.35 per annum.\n, • Annual leave entitlement of 28 days (increasing, with length of service to 33 days) PLUS paid bank holidays.\n, • Generous contributory pension scheme, with up to 12% contributed by bpha.\n, • Free private health care (family members can also be added at a cost).\n, • Free life assurance.\n, • Discounted gym membership.\n, • A range of free wellbeing services including digital gym and fitness classes.\n, • Hybrid working.\n\n \n Are you ready to make a difference? \n If you're ready to make a positive impact and develop your career in our team, we'd love to hear from you! \n \n Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and as such bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate. \n Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment. \n All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references.

Procurement Specialist Full Time, Fixed Term - 12m Bedford, Hybrid £45,000pa We are looking for a proactive and analytical Procurement Specialist to support the delivery of a compliant, value‑driven procurement function. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will play a key role in delivering procurement activities, strengthening governance and compliance, and enhancing the use of data to support decision‑making. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a more data‑driven approach to procurement, helping to improve value for money, manage risk effectively, and embed best practice across the organisation. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, providing expert procurement support while championing social and environmental value. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of end‑to‑end procurement exercises, including tendering, evaluation, award, and contract mobilisation Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant regulations, internal policies, and best practice Provide practical procurement advice and guidance to stakeholders across the organisation Analyse procurement spend, contract data, supplier performance, and compliance information to drive insights Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and assurance packs for senior leadership and governance forums Contribute to achieving value for money through robust analysis and commercial evaluation Support the integration of social value and sustainability within procurement activities Identify, assess, and support mitigation of procurement‑related risks Assist in contract and supplier management, including performance monitoring and risk identification Maintain a central contracts register, ensuring accurate data, pricing, and documentation Manage contract renewal processes and support drafting of contract documentation Ensure appropriate due diligence checks are completed for new suppliers Person Specification Key Skills & Attributes Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide insights Ability to apply procurement knowledge in a practical and compliant way Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines Proactive, flexible mindset with a focus on continuous improvement High attention to detail and commitment to governance, assurance, and complianceKnowledge & Experience Experience working in a procurement or commercial role within a Housing Association or other public sector environment Good understanding of procurement regulations and governance - knowledge of Procurement Act 2023 Experience supporting or leading procurement exercises from planning through to award Experience working with data, reporting, or management information to support decision‑making Understanding of value for money, social value, and risk within procurementQualifications CIPS qualified or working towards qualification Degree‑level education or equivalent professional experience Relevant sector knowledge Please Note We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we feel we have received an adequate number of suitable applications