Policy and Procedure Advisor

Job Title: Policy and Procedure Advisor
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £41309.44 per annum
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 
Location: Speke, Liverpool
This is a hybrid role, with a requirement to travel as required to attend team meetings and site visits. 

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.

Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.

The difference you will make as a Policy and Procedure Advisor
The postholder will lead on Policy and Procedures for Care and Support, working collaboratively with colleagues from across the organisation to ensure excellent, customer focused practice. 
Work will include;
• Continuous improvement of internal policy and procedural development and review processes, to ensure processes are effective, user friendly and developed through consultation and co-production 
• Coordinating a Care and Support Policy and Procedure framework that creates a golden thread between legislation, internal policies and procedures, enabling systems, data and training
• Actively working with colleagues to identify gaps and to create a prioritised backlog of policies, procedures and guidance documents for development 
• Writing and reviewing policies, procedures, and guidance documentation
• Coordinating the development and review of policies, procedures and guidance documentation
• Embedding policy and procedure change through training and communication
• Identifying and actioning opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of practice 

About you
We are looking for someone with:
• Experience of developing strategy, policy and/or procedure. 
• Experience of research and/or data analysis. 
• Understanding of care, social housing, or homelessness sectors
• Ability to interpret complex information and produce appropriate written responses. 

Why Riverside?
At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. 
We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
• Competitive pay & generous pension 
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside: 
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. 
Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.