PROSPECT Homes has made a new appointment to support its ambitious growth plans.

The housebuilder has welcomed Andrew Denton to the team, taking on the role as head of land.

Established in 2000, Prospect Homes builds homes across the North West and is part of The Riverside Group Ltd.

All profits made from home sales at Prospect Homes are given back to Riverside to invest in social value work and communities across the UK.

Andrew, has worked in the industry for over 15 years, in both the public and private sector, most recently as Head of land at a volume housebuilder

A graduate from The University of Sheffield, Andrew also holds a masters in civic design.

“I was drawn to Prospect Homes, by the existing team, a number of whom I have worked with previously, and also by the company ethos with profits being re-invested into Riverside,” said Andrew.

“So, when this position came up, I jumped to apply.”

As head of land for Prospect Homes, Andrew will now lead the land team focusing on acquiring land for development in the North West.

“I have two sites to exchange and two to complete in the first quarter, which makes it an exciting time to join the business. These sites will secure over 400 new homes for the pipeline and put the business well on track to achieve its growth plans,” said Andrew.

“It’s a very busy role, meeting with solicitors, agents and landowners to secure new opportunities, but I’m working with a great team.”

Nigel Yates, managing director at Prospect Homes said: “I am delighted to welcome Andrew to the team, his knowledge and expertise is a real asset to the business.

“He has joined at a very busy but exciting time as we look at purchasing more land around the North West.”