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We offer rewarding careers for people who want to make a difference through the provision of quality housing and in supporting the needs of our residents and communities.

We're also a Living Wage employer, which means we pay everyone working at Loreburn, regardless of whether they're permanent employees or third-party contractors, the Scottish Living Wage.

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Inside look: What makes a GREAT Neighbourhood Officer?

Step into the world of a Neighbourhood Officer and explore one of our most essential roles at Loreburn.

In this video, you’ll discover the key qualities needed to make a real impact in your community. Learn about the varied challenges, rewarding experiences, and daily responsibilities that come with the role.

Later Living Development Manager

x2 Full Time working 35 hours per week

Location:

Working in our Dumfries developments, Gifhorn House, JM Barrie House and Nithsdale Mills but able to travel across region to other sites.


Salary range:

£29,329 - £37,142

Hours:

35 hours per week Monday to Friday (09.00-17.00)


About the role:

We are looking for a compassionate person to join our Later Living team to deliver a high-quality enhanced housing management service. Working within our Later Living developments you will provide an exceptional tenant experience, providing advice and assistance with tenancy matters, and responding to tenant enquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
The role has a broad range of responsibilities, including tenancy, buildings and estate management, lettings and voids, tenancy sustainment and tenant engagement.  LLDMs oversee the day-to-day management of the development and its tenancies, ensuring a safe, well-maintained, and supportive environment for tenants.

For a confidential chat about the role, please contact Karen Duncan on 07872126983 or at KarenD@Loreburn.org.uk

Closing date for applications: 9am Friday 24 October 2025

Interview date: Thursday 6 November 2025

To find out more, take a look at the Job Advert and Role Profile.

Click here to fill in an online application

Volunteer Community Agent

Location: We are currently looking for volunteers in the following areas to support our tenants and communities:

  • Lockerbie
  • Langholm
  • Gretna/Eastriggs
  • Sanquhar
  • Thornhill/Penpont
  • Moniaive
  • Castle Douglas/Kirkcudbright
  • Newton Stewart
  • Whithorn
  • Portpatrick

Hours: 1-2 hours per week

About the role:

This role will provide a confidential point of contact within their local community for tenants who require some support and assistance. This a rewarding role, suited to those who like to give back to their communities, providing a safe space for tenants to chat and receive information on appropriate agencies for further help and support.   

What's really important is that you have a strong commitment to help your local community and the ability to maintain confidentiality.  This role would be suited to anyone looking to give back to their community and equally, someone who may be looking to gain skills and experience within the housing or third sector and charitable sector.

 

The ideal candidate will:

  • Be a good listener
  • Be comfortable signposting to appropriate agencies
  • Liaise with Loreburn’s Sustaining Communities and Neighbourhood Officers.
  • Be able to provide up to 2 hours per week of their time

For a confidential chat about the role, please contact David Ewing, Community Team Manager (West) on 07593530315 or via email at DavidE@Loreburn.org.uk 

To find out more, take a look at the Job Advert 

How to Apply

Apply by completing the Volunteering Form and returning to recruitment@loreburn.org.uk

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