Overview
Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.
Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Development Assistant to support our dynamic Development team. In this vital role, you will ensure our systems and records are accurate, up to date, and efficiently managed — helping to deliver high-quality housing and services to our communities.
As our Development Assistant, you’ll provide essential administrative and coordination support across a range of development activities including new business, land acquisition, partnerships, project handovers, sales, marketing, and defect management. You’ll also be responsible for processing payments and maintaining accurate financial records for the development team.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth communication and collaboration across internal teams and external partners, while delivering excellent customer service.
To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package:
Rewards
* £29,492 per annum
* Fixed Term or Secondment Contract Full Time 37 hours per week
* Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
* Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay/6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
* A healthcare cash plan, life assurance
* Formal qualifications and paid professional membership
At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us!
Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.
Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk
Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.
Closing Date: 19 October @ 23:59
Interview Date: Interviews are expected to be held on 29 October 2025 either in person at Braintree Hub/Marks Tey Hub or via Microsoft Teams
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