Ackerman Pierce Ltd

11 job(s) at Ackerman Pierce Ltd

Ackerman Pierce Ltd Slough, Berkshire
12/01/2026
Seasonal
An opportunity has arisen for a Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer to ensure households in temporary accommodation are safe, suitable, and supported. The role involves conducting regular property visits, assessing accommodation against statutory standards, engaging sensitively with residents, and supporting improvements where needed. You will also help prevent and detect housing-related fraud and work collaboratively with internal teams and accommodation providers. Key Responsibilities Conduct regular visits to temporary accommodation, including bed and breakfast and nightly paid placements. Carry out suitability assessments and identify health, safety, and management concerns. Engage with residents, supporting wellbeing, mental health, and family needs. Identify safeguarding issues and make appropriate referrals. Verify occupancy, prevent, and report potential housing fraud. Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvement initiatives. Person Specification Essential: Experience in housing, homelessness, or a related field. Experience visiting properties and working with vulnerable people. Knowledge of homelessness legislation, temporary accommodation standards, and welfare benefits. Strong communication, assessment, and record-keeping skills. Full, clean UK driving licence and access to an insured vehicle. If you have the relevent skills then please apply today!
Ackerman Pierce Ltd Slough, Berkshire
12/01/2026
Seasonal
A Move On & Resettlement Officer is needed to support households living in temporary accommodation to move into longer-term, sustainable housing, primarily within the Private Rented Sector. The role involves working with households to overcome barriers, secure suitable accommodation, and promote independence, financial stability, and positive resettlement outcomes. Key Responsibilities Support households in temporary accommodation to access and sustain longer-term housing. Identify housing options, overcome barriers, and advise on tenancy readiness and affordability. Acquire and negotiate properties with landlords, letting agents, and accommodation providers. Work with internal teams and external partners to discharge homelessness duties in line with legislation. Support access to employment, training, and skills development. Assist families and children with education, safeguarding, and smooth resettlement. Manage a caseload, develop move-on plans, and maintain accurate records. Person Specification Essential: Experience supporting vulnerable households and providing housing or resettlement support. Knowledge of homelessness and housing legislation, temporary accommodation, and safeguarding. Strong communication, engagement, and negotiation skills. Ability to manage a varied caseload with empathy, resilience, and solution-focused approach. If you have the relevent Skills then please apply today!
Ackerman Pierce Ltd
07/01/2026
Seasonal
We are seeking a motivated and resilient Debt Recovery Officer to maximise rental income and reduce arrears across our housing portfolio. You will work closely with residents to prevent debt escalation, provide support and advice, and take appropriate recovery action in line with housing legislation and organisational policies. Key Responsibilities Manage rent arrears cases across a range of tenures Contact residents by phone, email, letter, and home visits to recover outstanding debt Negotiate and agree affordable repayment plans Carry out income and expenditure assessments Prevent arrears escalation through early intervention and tenancy support Prepare cases for legal action, including Notices, PCOL claims, and court documentation Represent the organisation at court where required Signpost residents to welfare benefits, debt advice, and support services Maintain accurate records using housing management systems Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and pre-action protocols About You Experience in housing income, rent arrears, or debt recovery Knowledge of housing law, arrears recovery processes, and court procedures Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage a caseload and work to performance targets Confident dealing with challenging and sensitive situations Good IT skills and experience using case management systems If you have the relevant skills then apply today!
Ackerman Pierce Ltd
05/01/2026
Seasonal
Are you an experienced Council Tax Officer looking for your next challenge in local government? We are working with a local authority seeking a skilled professional to join their Revenues team on a contract basis. In this role, you will manage council tax and business rates accounts, identify liable parties, apply reliefs, and ensure accurate billing. You will also handle complex cases, take enforcement action when required, and support colleagues in maintaining high service standards. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain council tax and business rates accounts Identify liable parties, calculate charges, and issue accurate bills Take enforcement action to recover outstanding debts Advise on complex cases and legislation Support and train colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality service Contribute to process and system improvements Requirements Proven experience in council tax and business rates administration within a local authority Strong knowledge of revenues legislation and recovery processes Excellent attention to detail and communication skills Ability to manage complex cases effectively If you are an experienced Revenues professional ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.
Ackerman Pierce Ltd
05/01/2026
Seasonal
Please only apply if you have over 2 years experience in the relating field Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in your community on a temporary basis with the potential for ongoing engagement? Do you have a passion for ensuring safe and harmonious living environments? If so, we want you to be a part of our dynamic team as a Temporary Housing Officer! My client are dedicated to providing high-quality housing services to our residents, and we need dedicated individuals like you to help us achieve this goal, even on a temporary basis. As a Housing Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our housing operations. Your main duties will include: Succession and Assignments: Facilitating the smooth transfer of tenancies and managing succession cases with empathy and efficiency. Anti-Social Behavior (ASB) Management: Proactively addressing and resolving issues related to anti-social behavior to maintain a safe and peaceful community. Tenancy Enforcement: Enforcing tenancy agreements and policies to uphold standards of conduct and property maintenance. Tenancy Management: Providing support and guidance to tenants, addressing their concerns, and ensuring compliance with tenancy obligations. Inspections: Conducting regular inspections to assess property conditions, identify maintenance needs, and ensure compliance with regulations. We're looking for candidates who are highly organized, customer-focused, and adept at problem-solving. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders are essential. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents on a temporary basis with the possibility of continued involvement, apply now to join our team as a Housing Office
Ackerman Pierce Ltd
02/01/2026
Contract
Are you a skilled Caretaker looking for a rewarding opportunity in South London? Look no further! We're seeking a reliable individual to join our team on a temporary basis, offering a competitive starting rate. Role and Responsibilities: Conduct general maintenance tasks with precision and efficiency. Perform cleaning duties to ensure our properties are kept in top condition. Take on caretaking responsibilities to maintain the overall upkeep of our sites. Provide excellent customer service and represent our company in a professional manner. Requirements: Possession of a valid UK driving license is essential.s experience in a similar role is preferred, but not mandatory. Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be available to start ASAP. Join our team and become a vital part of our mission to provide top-quality maintenance services to our clients in West London. If you're ready to showcase your skills and embark on a fulfilling career path, apply now!
Ackerman Pierce Ltd Bristol, Gloucestershire
23/12/2025
Seasonal
Ackerman Pierce are seeking a Damp and Disrepair Manager to join a Local Authority in Bristol. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing and overseeing all legal claims relating to housing disrepair and condition, ensuring effective resolution of cases, and driving continuous improvement across the Responsive Repairs Service. You will act as the council's technical and professional lead for disrepair litigation, working closely with BCC Legal Services to mitigate legal risk, minimise litigation, and ensure all claims are thoroughly investigated and responded to effectively. This is a temporary ongoing post with a day rate of 500pd inside of IR35 via an umbrella company. Candidates will be required to be on site 5 days per week. Responsibilities: Leading and managing the Disrepair Team, including surveyors and support staff. Overseeing all housing condition legal claims, ensuring robust case handling and positive outcomes. Acting as an expert witness and providing professional advice and reports on technical housing matters. Managing the inspection process - from pre-inspection to post-repair review - to ensure all issues are resolved efficiently and to a high standard. Monitoring the performance and quality of internal trade teams and external contractors. Supporting and coaching your team to deliver high levels of customer satisfaction, with a focus on "right-first-time" service delivery. Ensuring effective financial and performance management of the service, including budget setting and monitoring. Championing continuous improvement through analysis of lessons learned, customer feedback, and service reviews. Contributing to service planning, change management, and long-term strategy for responsive repairs. Requirements: Strong leadership and line management experience within a repairs or housing-related service. Excellent understanding of housing disrepair legislation, case law, and regulatory requirements. Experience of managing legal claims, including preparing court-ready documentation and representing an organisation in legal proceedings. The ability to manage service budgets, resources, and performance metrics effectively. A customer-focused approach, with experience of engaging and communicating with tenants and service users. Excellent communication and report writing skills, with the ability to convey complex technical issues clearly and confidently
Ackerman Pierce Ltd
01/09/2025
Seasonal
Do you have experience working as a Housing Triage Officer? I'm excited to be able to recruit for my client who is looking for a Housing Triage Officer in London. As a part of the role, you will provide a flexible, person-centred approach towards homeless client. You will need to have experience of casework with vulnerable people as well as working in partnerships with a variety of agencies. Duties: Providing personalised support to allow the customers to maintain a tenancy and address, as well as any other need identified. Using the knowledge of the Council's housing and community care procedures along with knowledge of housing support services to provide advice, assistance and support to multiple complex needs customers accepted for a Housing First Service. Providing advice, support and access to relevant Housing Options, benefits, and other entitlements available to Housing First Customer. Ensuring the customer can maintain the tenancy provided by linking the customer into all available support available. Liaising with private landlords to secure and maintain accommodation for the customer. To liaise with all statutory partners in health, housing, social care, police and support providers to ensure the customer can maintain the tenancy provided. Minimum Requirements: Previous experience of liaising with agencies and working in homelessness Eligibility to work in the UK. Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Guaranteed weekly payment
Ackerman Pierce Ltd
01/09/2025
Seasonal
The post-holder will be proactively delivering Housing Options Advice, investigating householder circumstances and undertaking statutory assessments in order to determine the best options and resources available on a case by case basis for Homeless Clientss. The person will ensure statutory requirements are met and local team targets are delivered through case work and referrals. Detailed knowledge of HRA and the relevant legislation is essential as is being extremely organised and ability to work on related project work linked with the role. What we a looking for from you : Experience directly interviewing homeless clients under Part 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 2017 Working knowledge of carrying out reviews in a busy environment, liaising with external parties when necessary Up to date knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and other relevant case laws which would help inform your decision making What are your responsibilities? Responsible for reviewing decisions made under Part 6 and Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 Provide advice and guidance on how to improve Section 184 decision letters. If you have previous experience in these areas and keen to develop your knowledge further this is a perfect team for you. Management that are willing to help all case managers be the best they can possibly along with a strong hour rate. Ackerman Pierce can guarantee a weekly payment service and a 1-2-1 account manager during your time with the agency. We will also pay for your DBS if we place you and keep it up to date during your time with us. Including an Ackerman Pierce welcome pack to
Ackerman Pierce Ltd Skegby, Nottinghamshire
26/08/2025
Seasonal
My client is seeking an experienced Housing Officer. The Housing Officer will be responsible for Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) cases alongside tenancy matters. The client understands the pressures of the position and is keen to support all team members in a comfortable working condition. The team are looking for an experienced candidate that will hit the ground running bringing success amongst knowledgeable peers. Deal with minor rent cases passing them on to a more relevant team after initial assessment. Carrying out all aspects of a Housing Officer whilst ensuring exceptional Housing advice and assistance throughout. Duties Includes : Experience handling Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) cases Reducing a backlog of voids Recent experience within Social Housing/Tenancy Management within a Local Authority including Tenancy sign ups Experience carrying out initial rent assessments and delegating minor cases to the relevant team Identifying vulnerable residents and working with partner agencies to ensure all residents can live safely and sustain their tenancies Aware with successions, assignments mutual exchanges and legal issues, including preparing statements and presenting these at court, boundary disputes and damage to property If you have previous experience in these areas and keen to develop your knowledge further this is a perfect team for you. Management that are willing to help all case managers be the best they can possibly along with a strong hour rate.
Ackerman Pierce Ltd Haringey, London
26/08/2025
Contract
Please only apply if you have over 2 years experience in the relating field Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in your community on a temporary basis with the potential for ongoing engagement? Do you have a passion for ensuring safe and harmonious living environments? If so, we want you to be a part of our dynamic team as a Temporary Housing Officer! My client are dedicated to providing high-quality housing services to our residents, and we need dedicated individuals like you to help us achieve this goal, even on a temporary basis. As a Housing Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our housing operations. Your main duties will include: Succession and Assignments: Facilitating the smooth transfer of tenancies and managing succession cases with empathy and efficiency. Anti-Social Behavior (ASB) Management: Proactively addressing and resolving issues related to anti-social behavior to maintain a safe and peaceful community. Tenancy Enforcement: Enforcing tenancy agreements and policies to uphold standards of conduct and property maintenance. Tenancy Management: Providing support and guidance to tenants, addressing their concerns, and ensuring compliance with tenancy obligations. Inspections: Conducting regular inspections to assess property conditions, identify maintenance needs, and ensure compliance with regulations. We're looking for candidates who are highly organized, customer-focused, and adept at problem-solving. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders are essential. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents on a temporary basis with the possibility of continued involvement, apply now to join our team as a Housing Officer with Waltham Forest Council!