Temporary Accommodation Officer

First Recruitment are supporting one of our clients in seeking a proactive Temporary Accommodation Officer to help manage temporary housing and support households to move on to longer-term accommodation.

Main Responsibilities

• Build relationships with accommodation providers and help secure suitable, cost-effective properties.
• Inspect properties to ensure they meet safety and condition standards.
• Manage placements into temporary accommodation and complete risk assessments.
• Support households with benefit claims, contributions, and tenancy sustainment.
• Address arrears, non-engagement, tenancy breaches and anti-social behaviour.
• Work with providers, support agencies and landlords to resolve issues and secure move-on options.
• Assist with homelessness case progression and identify support needs to prevent repeat homelessness.
• Support access to the private rented sector, including rent-in-advance and deposit schemes.
• Maintain accurate records, ensure safeguarding duties are met, and represent the service at meetings.
• Comply with health and safety requirements and undertake other duties as required.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Clear and confident communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable using digital tools such as CRM systems, Canva, and LinkedIn.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Benefits once you begin temping with First Recruitment Services:

• 24/7 access to NHS approved GP telephone support and prescription services
• Access to the UK's largest employees discount platform
• Specialist medical assistance and support hotline
• Weekly pay
• Hundreds of gym discounts
• 24/7 access to mental health crisis support and counselling

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment business in relation to this assignment.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and ability.