Housing Allocations Officer

  • Tempest Resourcing
  • Maidenhead, Berkshire
  • 03/03/2026
Seasonal Real Estate

Job Description

? Housing Allocations Officer

Windsor & Maidenhead (Hybrid Working Available) Contract Opportunity

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead is seeking an experienced Housing Allocations Officer to support the delivery of a fair, transparent and legally compliant allocations service.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing Local Authority team and play a key role in ensuring homes are allocated in line with statutory requirements and local policy.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Managing and assessing applications to the Housing Register

  • Applying banding decisions in line with Part 6 of the Housing Act 1996

  • Administering Choice Based Lettings (CBL)

  • Making nominations to Registered Providers

  • Providing clear written decisions and responding to enquiries

  • Liaising with internal departments and external partners

Requirements:
  • Proven experience within a Local Authority Allocations service

  • Strong knowledge of Part 6 Housing Act 1996

  • Experience working with Housing Registers and CBL systems

  • Ability to interpret and apply Allocations Policies

  • Strong written communication skills

Rate: Competitive and flexible depending on experience.