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Job Title: Private Sector Housing Officer Location: Hackney, London E8 Contract Duration: 3 Months Interview Date: Interviews taking place after 12th October Pay Rates: PAYE: 23.94 - 26.19 per hour Umbrella: 32.26 - 35.29 per hour Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join the Neighbourhoods & Housing team in Hackney. This role plays a key part in improving living conditions and management standards across the private rented sector, ensuring safety, compliance, and support for vulnerable residents. Key Responsibilities Inspections & HHSRS: Conduct property inspections under Part 1 of the Housing Act 2004 (Housing Health and Safety Rating System) and the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Property Licensing: Assess applications for property licences (including HMOs), investigate licensing status, and monitor compliance with conditions. Enforcement: Issue notices, orders, Simple Cautions, and Financial Penalty Notices. Prepare prosecution cases under PACE/RIPA guidelines and attend court or First-tier Tribunals when necessary. Grants Delivery: Assess and process Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs) and Minor Adaptations to support independent living. Candidate Requirements Qualifications: Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health (or equivalent housing-related qualification). Certified HHSRS assessor. Experience: Proven track record in local authority private sector housing inspections, enforcement, and/or grant administration. Experience handling HMO licensing and complex casework. Legal Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of the Housing Act 2004, PACE, RIPA, and statutory enforcement procedures. Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, proficient with property databases, and a proactive, collaborative approach. How to Apply If you meet the requirements and are ready to make an immediate impact, submit your CV Interviews will be scheduled shortly after 12th October. Please note due to the high number of applications only successful candidates will be contacted Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.