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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.

Job Purpose The Procurement and Contract Officer will support the delivery and management of Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement services by procuring suitable accommodation, managing contracts and maintaining effective relationships with landlords, providers and other stakeholders. The role will ensure quality, compliance and value for money while supporting accommodation-related projects and delivering a professional, customer-focused service. Key Roles & Responsibilities Develop and support strategies, policies and programmes to improve the supply and management of accommodation for households in housing need. Commission, procure and manage accommodation contracts, ensuring quality, value for money and compliance with Client requirements. Tender, evaluate and award contracts to accommodation providers in accordance with financial regulations and legal requirements. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with private landlords, letting agents, property owners and accommodation providers. Carry out property inspections to assess suitability, investigate disrepair complaints and maintain accurate property inventories. Monitor contract, project and service-level agreement performance, addressing under-performance, service failures and financial or legal issues. Analyse demand, supply, performance and financial data to support effective accommodation planning and commissioning decisions. Liaise with landlords, agents, tenants, contractors and other stakeholders to resolve accommodation and tenancy-related issues. Maintain accurate service records and prepare performance information, reports and other documentation required by management. Respond effectively to customer enquiries and complaints while promoting good property standards, supporting move-on from emergency accommodation and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies. Qualifications & Experience GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications. Understanding of the private rented sector and issues relating to the acquisition and supply of accommodation. Knowledge of security of tenure, health and safety, housing standards and housing benefit regulations. Experience working within a social housing, private housing or related environment. Experience of procurement and contract management, including identifying and addressing under-performance. Experience of working with private landlords, letting agents or accommodation providers. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and communicate clearly using plain English. Ability to manage a varied and demanding workload while maintaining a consistently high standard of work with limited supervision. Ability to assess service issues, identify appropriate solutions and communicate recommendations effectively. Commitment to equal opportunities and an understanding of the diverse needs of customers, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, customers and external partners. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Customer Liaison Officer Location: Wirral Contract: Full-Time Temporary 3 Months with Potential for Further Work Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00am 5:00pm Friday: 8:00am 4:30pm About Our Client Our client is a leading provider of residential retrofit, refurbishment, and decarbonisation solutions, delivering large-scale energy efficiency programmes across social housing, private residential, and mixed-tenure developments. Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Customer Liaison Officer to join their team in Wirral on an initial 3-month temporary contract, with potential for further work. Overview of the Role As a Customer Liaison Officer, you will play a key role in managing the resident journey throughout planned refurbishment and retrofit projects. Acting as the main point of contact for residents, you will ensure clear communication, minimise disruption, and deliver an excellent customer experience before, during, and after works are completed. You will work closely with site teams, clients, subcontractors, and local stakeholders to help ensure projects are delivered efficiently while maintaining high levels of resident satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Provide consultation and support to residents before, during, and after works are completed. Build positive relationships with residents throughout the project. Identify vulnerable residents and any additional support requirements. Respond professionally to resident enquiries, concerns, and complaints. Manage the resident engagement process in line with project requirements. Develop strong working relationships with residents, clients, subcontractors, site teams, and customer care teams. Organise and attend resident consultation events, information sessions, and one-to-one meetings. Carry out resident inductions, including explaining the programme of works and recording property information and photographs where required. Complete resident profiling to support effective project planning and communication. Coordinate access arrangements and schedule appointments with residents. Prepare and distribute resident communication packs. Support social value initiatives and community engagement activities. Skills & Experience Essential Minimum one year's experience in a customer-facing role within the construction, housing, property maintenance, refurbishment, or retrofit sector. Full UK Driving Licence. GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload. Strong customer service and communication skills. Good understanding of construction site health and safety. Ability to build positive relationships with residents and stakeholders at all levels. Desirable Experience working within social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment, or energy efficiency programmes. Knowledge of retrofit or decarbonisation projects. Experience supporting community engagement or social value initiatives. What's on Offer Competitive salary with car allowance. Initial 3-month temporary contract. Potential for further work following the initial contract. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Opportunity to work on a large-scale retrofit and refurbishment programme. Supportive working environment. Potential for further career opportunities within a growing organisation. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Housing Advice and Prevention Officer Lowestoft Contract £22.20 per hour PAYE or £30 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Housing Advice and Prevention Officer Mainly working from home. Can send equipment out. Do have team meetings some face to face. Basic DBS required Sits within housing needs team. Experience around housing advice and homelessness. Housing team in a local authority, assessing homelessness, writing homeless decisions. Parts 6 and 7 of housing act. Used the system they have used Civica. This is one of many vacancies we are recruiting for please visit our website for more opportunities. To support the Senior Housing Needs Officer to carry out the following duties in each of the following service areas: 1. To assess and verify all applications made under Part 6 of the Housing Act 1996 in line with the current Allocations Policy including requests for reviews of the Council s decision on the applicants housing priority/status. 1. To assess and determine the Councils statutory homeless duty towards people under Part 7 the Housing Act 1996 that present to the Council for assistance in line with the homeless legislation, case law, and statutory code of guidance. 2. To participate in the Council s housing advice and assistance duty rota, telephone duty, home visits, and out of hours standby rota including responsibility for an assigned specialist area of expertise linked to a wide range of client groups/schemes. 3. To undertake active homelessness casework to prevent or relieve homelessness using your prerequisite expertise, knowledge, and skills to deploy a range of interventions including in-house private rented sector access schemes and applications to the register. 4. To manage a varied and complex caseload, supporting customers at application stage, through to the bidding and offer stage, keeping an accurate account of all relevant information to ensure decisions are reached within target and that they are correctly documented. 5. Interview and investigate homeless applicants and customers threatened with homelessness in the most appropriate way to determine their housing need and circumstances, being aware of current homelessness legislation. 6. To ensure robust, accurate and consistent casework, including but not limited to: Eligibility and Qualification for housing, support to care leavers, homelessness investigations and prevention advice, veterans and members of the Armed Forces, prisoner resettlement, MAPPA, MARAC, supported and Move On accommodation, domestic Abuse, violence, anti-social behaviour, threatening and coercive behaviour, safeguarding, property condition and tenancy sustainment, income assessments and referrals to specialist income advisors and attending case conferences and other forums as required. 7. To ensure the casework is recorded in line with laid down procedure and statutory guidance. 8. To be responsible for the overall administration of the Housing Need Service including the monitoring and maximisation of income associated with the provision of emergency and temporary accommodation, and the Councils Private Rented Sector Access Schemes. 9. To assess against funding criteria when financial assistance is required and provide a recommendation for approval to the Team Leader in order to assists with Homelessness Prevention. 10. To work in partnership with Statutory and Voluntary Agencies on cases involving acute housing need. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Homelessness and Prevention Officer Warwickshire Hybrid working Rate: £30.00 per hour (Umbrella) Initial contract: 3 months Working hours: 37 hours per week Working arrangement: Hybrid Role summary You will work directly with individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, providing high-quality housing advice and taking proactive steps to prevent or relieve homelessness wherever possible. The role will involve assessing homelessness applications, developing Personal Housing Plans and working closely with clients, landlords and partner agencies to identify sustainable housing solutions, including private rented and social housing. What you will do as a Homelessness and Prevention Officer Interview customers to understand their circumstances, housing needs and risk of homelessness. Provide tailored housing advice and take appropriate steps to prevent and relieve homelessness. Create, manage and review Personal Housing Plans, agreeing practical actions with customers to address the causes of their housing situation. Investigate and assess homelessness applications in accordance with relevant legislation, guidance and case law. Make informed decisions on homelessness applications and ensure customers are clearly advised of the outcome and their housing options. Arrange suitable temporary accommodation where required and liaise with relevant support providers. Help customers explore alternative accommodation, including opportunities within the private rented sector. What you will need as a Homelessness and Prevention Officer Previous experience assessing homelessness applications and making homelessness-related decisions. Experience working directly with customers to prevent and relieve homelessness. Strong working knowledge of relevant homelessness legislation, including the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Experience developing and managing Personal Housing Plans and progressing cases to appropriate outcomes. Strong interviewing, investigation and decision-making skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex housing matters clearly to customers from a wide range of backgrounds. What's on offer £30.00 per hour (Umbrella) Initial 3-month contract 37 hours per week Hybrid working Interested? Apply today to be considered for this Homelessness and Prevention Officer opportunity in Warwickshire, or get in touch to find out more about the role.

A local authority in the North West is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on an initial 6-month contract . This is an excellent opportunity to work within a busy regulatory service, delivering Private Sector Housing functions while also supporting the Environmental Health team with Statutory Nuisance investigations . The successful candidate will play a key role in protecting residents, improving housing standards, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Key Responsibilities Carry out inspections of private sector residential properties. Assess housing conditions using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Investigate complaints relating to housing disrepair, poor housing conditions, and landlord compliance. Prepare and serve statutory notices and undertake enforcement action where necessary. Support the investigation of Statutory Nuisance complaints, including noise and environmental issues. Provide guidance and advice to landlords, tenants, and property managers. Prepare case files, reports, and legal documentation. Work collaboratively with internal departments and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Essential Requirements Previous experience working within a local authority Private Sector Housing Team. Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS. Experience undertaking housing inspections and enforcement activity. Experience investigating or supporting Statutory Nuisance cases. Excellent communication and case management skills. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Desirable Environmental Health qualification or relevant housing qualification. Experience serving improvement notices and undertaking formal enforcement action. Knowledge of Environmental Protection Act 1990 legislation.

Housing Enforcement Officer - Private sector housing Temporary l 37.5 per week l 3 months l Hybrid 3 days office / 2 days WFH We are currently recruiting for a Housing Enforcement Officer to support the improvement of housing standards within the private rented sector. The successful candidate will work with landlords, letting agents, residents and partner agencies to address housing conditions, support HMO compliance and help resolve issues including disrepair, overcrowding, harassment and unlawful eviction. Key Responsibilities as a Housing Enforcement Officer Carry out property inspections and housing condition assessments, including HHSRS assessments. Investigate complaints and identify appropriate solutions and interventions. Work with landlords and HMO managers to improve standards and ensure compliance. Support licensing and enforcement activity, including notices, civil penalties and rent repayment orders where appropriate. Work closely with partner agencies including housing, planning, police, fire and rescue and trading standards. Maintain accurate case records and ensure work is completed within agreed timescales. Keep up to date with relevant housing legislation, guidance and best practice. About You We are looking for someone with experience in private sector housing, housing enforcement, environmental health, HMO management or a related field. You should have strong communication and investigative skills, be confident working with a range of stakeholders and have a practical, solutions-focused approach to improving housing standards. Knowledge of HHSRS, HMO legislation and private sector housing legislation is required. If you feel you meet the above criteria for a Housing Enforcement Officer please apply within. Fore more details reach me on the below information.

We are currently looking for an experienced Private Rented Sector Enabling Officer to support a busy Housing Service with securing suitable private rented accommodation for households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. The role will focus on working directly with landlords and letting agents to increase access to the private rented sector, prevent homelessness and support the reduction of temporary accommodation. The role offers hybrid working, with approximately 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, with travel required for property visits. The Role Proactively source suitable private rented sector accommodation for homeless households and those threatened with homelessness. Manage a caseload of households requiring a move into the private rented sector. Work with households to secure sustainable PRS lettings and support homelessness prevention. Build and maintain relationships with private landlords, letting agents and accommodation providers. Negotiate with landlords and agents to secure suitable properties for households referred by the Housing Service. Make effective use of available incentives and tools to encourage landlords to work with the service. Undertake property visits and affordability assessments to ensure placements are suitable and sustainable. Work closely with Housing Options and wider housing teams to identify and place suitable applicants. Maintain a strong understanding of the local private rented market and available accommodation. Contribute to the delivery of the Council's temporary accommodation reduction strategy. Key Requirements 3-5 years' experience within Private Rented Sector or Housing Options services. Strong experience working directly with private landlords and letting agents. Experience sourcing and securing private rented accommodation for homeless households. Good knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation and local authority statutory duties. Experience supporting homelessness prevention and move-on into the private rented sector. Experience undertaking property visits and affordability assessments. Previous experience delivering operational housing services within a local authority, registered provider or similar housing environment. Good understanding of the challenges associated with securing PRS accommodation in high-demand areas. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this Private Rented Sector Enabling Officer role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We regularly recruit for Private Rented Sector Officers, Housing Options Officers, Homelessness Prevention Officers and Temporary Accommodation Officers across the UK and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing options and homelessness professionals looking to build future connections. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

We are currently looking for an experienced Housing Enforcement Lead to provide operational and functional leadership across a Housing & Vulnerability service. The role will take a lead across Private Sector Housing, Renters' Rights and wider Housing Strategy, combining technical expertise with day-to-day team leadership and responsibility for resolving complex cases. The role offers hybrid working, with 2 days per week working from home. The Role Provide functional leadership across Private Sector Housing, including HHSRS, HMO licensing, Fire Safety in High Rise Dwellings, Asylum Accommodation and Public Health in Housing. Lead on the implementation and enforcement of Renters' Rights requirements. Provide functional leadership across Housing Strategy, including Homelessness, Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation and Affordable Housing. Provide day-to-day leadership to ensure work processes, standards, performance and regulatory compliance are maintained and continuously improved. Act as the technical lead for Private Sector Housing and Renters' Rights, personally managing more complex and contentious cases. Provide specialist advice and support to officers dealing with cases of varying complexity. Train, mentor and develop officers to ensure consistently high standards of casework and enforcement. Develop procedures, guidance and tools to support consistent decision-making and regulatory compliance. Prepare witness statements, evidence and legal cases relating to enforcement action, appeals, tribunals and hearings. Support the operational management of the service, including performance, budgets, complaints and appeals. Contribute to wider transformation, service improvement and externally funded housing initiatives. Key Requirements Significant experience within Private Sector Housing or Housing Enforcement in a local authority environment. Strong technical knowledge of HHSRS, HMO licensing and Private Sector Housing legislation. Experience managing complex and contentious housing enforcement cases. Strong understanding of Renters' Rights implementation and enforcement. Experience preparing enforcement cases, witness statements and evidence for legal proceedings, tribunals or appeals. Experience providing technical leadership, supervision and guidance to housing enforcement professionals. Previous experience leading or supervising a Private Sector Housing or Housing Enforcement team. Understanding of wider housing services, including Homelessness, Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation and Affordable Housing. Experience maintaining and improving operational processes, performance standards and regulatory compliance. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this Housing Enforcement Lead role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We regularly recruit for Housing Enforcement Leads, Private Sector Housing Managers, Environmental Health Officers and HMO Enforcement Officers across the UK and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from private sector housing and enforcement professionals looking to build future connections. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Housing Enforcement Officer Temporary l 37.5 per week l 3 months l Hybrid 3 days office / 2 days WFH We are currently recruiting for a Housing Enforcement Officer to support the improvement of housing standards within the private rented sector. The successful candidate will work with landlords, letting agents, residents and partner agencies to address housing conditions, support HMO compliance and help resolve issues including disrepair, overcrowding, harassment and unlawful eviction. Key Responsibilities as a Housing Enforcement Officer Carry out property inspections and housing condition assessments, including HHSRS assessments. Investigate complaints and identify appropriate solutions and interventions. Work with landlords and HMO managers to improve standards and ensure compliance. Support licensing and enforcement activity, including notices, civil penalties and rent repayment orders where appropriate. Work closely with partner agencies including housing, planning, police, fire and rescue and trading standards. Maintain accurate case records and ensure work is completed within agreed timescales. Keep up to date with relevant housing legislation, guidance and best practice. About You We are looking for someone with experience in private sector housing, housing enforcement, environmental health, HMO management or a related field. You should have strong communication and investigative skills, be confident working with a range of stakeholders and have a practical, solutions-focused approach to improving housing standards. Knowledge of HHSRS, HMO legislation and private sector housing legislation is required. If you feel you meet the above criteria for a Housing Enforcement Officer please apply within. Fore more details reach me on the below information.

Homelessness and Prevention Officer Rugby Contract £22.30 per hour PAYE or £30 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Homelessness and Prevention Officer The purpose of this role is to work with clients to prevent homelessness and where this is not possible to support clients into alternative accommodation within the private rented sector or social housing as appropriate. 1. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.1 Homelessness and Prevention 1.1.1 To interview, learn the housing need and provide high quality, tailored advice to all people that approach the Council for guidance on their housing situation. Page - 2 - 1.1.2 To take all necessary steps to prevent and relieve homelessness, including carrying out home visits to landlords, families, mediation and reconciliation wherever possible. 1.1.3 To create and monitor Personal Housing Plans with clients ensure actions are targeted to address the underlying issues leading to homelessness, including health, education employment and budgetary skills 1.1.4 To carry out investigations and assess homeless applications in accordance with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, as amended by the Homelessness Act 2002, The Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, The Homelessness Code of Guidance, legislation and caselaw, internal policies and procedures. 1.1.5 To carry out investigations and assess applications for the Council s Housing Waiting List in accordance with Part VI of the Housing Act 1996. 1.1.6 To arrange for the provision of suitable temporary accommodation and to liaise with the internal and external support providers / management of clients in temporary accommodation. 1.1.7 To assist clients to seek alternative accommodation within the Private Rented Sector 1.1.8 To ensure that appropriate support is available to clients through referral to external agencies. 1.1.9 To actively work with external partners and other agencies to support clients to resolve housing issues and prevent homelessness 1.1.10 To ensure timely and accurate recording of all actions taken, including HCLIC reportable actions This is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Temporary Homelessness & Prevention Officer for an initial period of at least 3 months. The successful candidate must have strong experience working with all areas of legislation under Part 7 of the Housing Act, including: Assessing homelessness applications Conducting customer interviews Managing all aspects of statutory decision-making and issuing decisions The role requires a minimum of two days per week in the Rugby office to cover duty, with the remainder of the week available for hybrid working. A good understanding of the legislation used for decision making regarding homelessness, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, Housing Act 1996 Previous experience of making decisions connected with homelessness applications Previous experience of working with clients to prevent them becoming homeless Excellent listening and communication skills with a wide range of people of all ages and backgrounds Experience of explaining complex issues in a face to face, telephone based or video-based environment Good time management skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines Ability to work in partnership, network, influence, problem solve, overcome barriers and apply solution focused approaches PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Suffolk 50- 55 6 month initial contract Ready for your next challenge in Private Sector Housing? A council in Suffolk are looking for an experienced housing professional to join their Environmental Health team and help deliver a vital frontline service, supporting residents and improving housing standards across the community. You'll play a key role in ensuring residents have access to safe, healthy and well-managed homes. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help deliver a responsive housnig service at a busy time following the introduction of the Renters' Rights Act. Key Responsibilities: Investigate housing complaints and carry out HHSRS inspections . Enforce housing legislation through informal and formal action. Inspect private rented properties for compliance with housing standards. Advise tenants, landlords, and other stakeholders. Prepare enforcement notices and maintain accurate case records. Support HMO licensing and regulatory compliance. Work with partners to improve housing conditions and protect residents. About you: The ideal candidate will bring: Experience in Private Sector Housing , Environmental Health , and working in Local Government . Sound knowledge of housing legislation and the HHSRS . Practical experience in carrying out inspections for both disrepair and property licensing Experience in report writing and enforcement of Housing Act 2004 . Able to build effective relationships with tenants, landlords, and partners. Well-organised, with the ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines. Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision If you're looking for an opportunity to genuinely make an impact, I'd be keen to hear from you! (url removed) (phone number removed)

A Bedfordshire Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to support a busy Housing Standards service during a period of increased demand. The team is currently seeing a significant rise in service requests relating to damp and mould, retaliatory eviction concerns and poor conditions within privately rented accommodation. As a result, they're looking for an officer who is comfortable managing complex cases from inspection through to enforcement. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys being out in the district, making decisions, and working with landlords and residents to achieve real improvements rather than sitting behind a desk all day. The role: Investigating housing complaints and potential breaches of housing legislation Conducting HHSRS assessments and property inspections Managing enforcement cases from initial complaint through to resolution Drafting schedules of works and statutory notices Working alongside legal teams on more complex enforcement matters Providing technical advice to landlords, agents and residents What's attractive about this contract: Long-term contract opportunity Flexible hybrid working arrangements Experienced and friendly housing management team Immediate impact role with a variety of casework Opportunity to work on some high-profile housing standards projects You'll need: A background working within a Local Authority Private Sector Housing team Strong working knowledge of HHSRS and housing enforcement legislation Experience serving notices and progressing enforcement action Excellent communication skills and a practical, solution-focused approach Whether you're between contracts or simply looking for a more interesting caseload, this is a great opportunity to join a proactive authority that's committed to raising standards across the private rented sector. For a confidential discussion about the role, get in touch today. (url removed) (phone number removed)

We're working with a Hampshire-based Local Authority that is investing heavily in improving housing standards across its private rented sector and is looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to help tackle a growing workload of complex enforcement cases. This isn't a role where you'll simply be completing routine inspections. The team is dealing with a varied caseload including Category 1 hazards, damp and mould complaints, disrepair investigations, HMOs and vulnerable residents who require a proactive approach. You'll be joining a well-established team with strong management support, and the flexibility to manage your diary effectively. What you'll be doing: Managing your own caseload of private sector housing enforcement cases Undertaking HHSRS inspections across the district Investigating complaints relating to disrepair, excess cold, damp and mould and overcrowding Working directly with landlords and letting agents to secure improvements Preparing and serving statutory notices where informal resolution isn't appropriate Supporting wider projects focused on improving standards in the private rented sector Why contractors like this authority: Hybrid working with site visits planned around your schedule Sensible caseload allocation Supportive management team who understand contract staff Strong likelihood of extension beyond the initial term Interesting mix of urban and rural housing issues What we're looking for: Previous Local Authority Private Sector Housing experience Confident carrying out HHSRS inspections Experience taking enforcement action under the Housing Act 2004 Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision If you're looking for an authority where you can genuinely make an impact, we'd love to tell you more. (url removed) (phone number removed)

Principal Private Sector Housing Officer London 50- 55 per hour 6-month rolling contract Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a London Local Authority who are looking for an experienced Principal Private Sector Housing Officer to join their Private Sector Housing & Enforcement team on a 6 - month rolling contract . This is a hands-on enforcement role, suited to an experienced officer who is confident managing complex Private Sector Housing cases independently from the initial inspection right through to resolution. You will be working across housing conditions, HMOs, property licensing and enforcement, dealing with both reactive complaints and proactive investigations into non-compliant and unlicensed properties. The role will include: Carrying out thorough HHSRS and HMO inspections across privately rented properties Investigating complaints relating to disrepair, overcrowding, damp and mould and poor housing conditions Investigating unlicensed properties, HMOs and licensing breaches Managing complex enforcement cases independently from inspection through to resolution Assessing the most appropriate informal or formal enforcement route Preparing and serving statutory notices and enforcement documentation Taking enforcement action under the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation Gathering evidence and maintaining accurate, comprehensive case files Managing a demanding caseload of approximately 50 live cases , with around 10-15 new cases per month Communicating confidently with landlords, tenants and managing agents, including where conversations may be challenging Working closely with internal services and external partners to achieve positive outcomes for residents We're looking for: Strong Local Authority Private Sector Housing / Housing Enforcement experience Extensive experience carrying out HHSRS inspections Strong experience of HMO inspections and enforcement Excellent working knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 Experience personally preparing and serving statutory notices Confidence managing complex cases with minimal day-to-day supervision An HHSRS qualification or demonstrable competency Strong judgement when deciding between informal and formal enforcement action Experience of civil penalties, prosecution case preparation, Court or Tribunal proceedings and licensing conditions enforcement would be particularly advantageous. The position is offering 50- 55 per hour on a 6-month rolling contract , with a hybrid working arrangement based around service demand. If you're an experienced Private Sector Housing professional looking for a senior enforcement-focused interim assignment where you can take ownership of complex cases and make an immediate impact, we'd be keen to speak with you. Contact Shaye at Park Avenue Recruitment to hear more about the role or to discuss it confidentially. (url removed) (phone number removed)

East London Initial 3-month contract 50 per hour Park Avenue Recruitment is currently working with a London Borough seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their Private Sector Housing team on an interim basis. The role sits within a busy, high-demand London borough with a diverse private rented sector and a strong focus on tackling poor housing conditions, rogue landlords and unlicensed HMOs. You'll be responsible for a varied caseload, carrying out HHSRS inspections, investigating housing complaints and hazards, and taking enforcement action under the Housing Act 2004 . Key Responsibilities Undertake HHSRS inspections and assess Category 1 and 2 hazards. Investigate complaints including damp and mould, excess cold, fire safety, electrical hazards and overcrowding. Investigate unlicensed HMOs and licensing breaches. Prepare and serve Improvement Notices, Hazard Awareness Notices and other statutory notices. Gather evidence, prepare case files and conduct interviews under caution where required. Manage enforcement cases from investigation through to resolution. Liaise with landlords, tenants, managing agents, Legal Services and partner agencies. Attend tribunals, appeals and court proceedings where required. About You You'll have strong experience in Private Sector Housing, Housing Enforcement or Environmental Health within a Local Authority , with good working knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS . Experience of HMO licensing, enforcement investigations and preparing statutory notices is essential, along with the ability to manage a varied caseload independently. This is a great interim opportunity for an experienced housing professional to make an immediate impact within a busy London Borough. If this is something that you'd be interested in - please contact Maya at Park Avenue to discuss the role. (url removed) (phone number removed)

Private Sector Housing Officer - Kent 50- 55 per hour Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid Working Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a Local Authority in Kent that is looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on an initial 6-month interim contract. The council is looking for someone who can come in and provide additional support specifically around HMOs, so this would be a great opportunity for an officer with strong experience in HMO inspections, licensing and enforcement. Responsibilities As a Private Sector Housing Officer, you will: Carry out HMO inspections across the borough. Investigate unlicensed and potentially licensable HMOs. Undertake HHSRS assessments, with experience or knowledge of the new HHSRS system helpful. Manage HMO licensing cases from inspection through to resolution. Investigate complaints relating to housing conditions and standards within HMOs. Take appropriate enforcement action where properties or landlords are non-compliant. Prepare and serve statutory notices where required. Liaise with landlords, tenants and managing agents to resolve housing-standard issues. Maintain accurate inspection notes, evidence and case records. Work closely with colleagues across the wider Private Sector Housing and Environmental Health team. Relevant knowledge and practical experience: Housing Act 2004 HMO inspections and licensing HHSRS, with knowledge of the new system beneficial Identifying and investigating unlicensed HMOs Private Sector Housing enforcement Housing standards and disrepair Statutory notices Landlord and tenant legislation The council is particularly interested in speaking with officers who are confident managing their own HMO caseload and can come into the team and hit the ground running. The role offers hybrid working, with site attendance across Kent required alongside home working. For further information or to apply, contact Shaye at Park Avenue Recruitment. (url removed) (phone number removed)

Essex 25- 35 Hybrid Initial 3 month contract We are working with a council in Essex who are looking to appoint an experienced Tenancy Relations Officer to join their Private Sector Housing team. The successful candidate will be expected to work with a high degree of autonomy, investigating complex and sensitive cases involving unlawful eviction, landlord harassment, discrimination, tenancy breaches and wider private rented sector enforcement matters. Key responsibilities Gather evidence to conduct investigations, interview relevant parties and prepare comprehensive case files, notices, witness statements and reports. Make proportionate recommendations for enforcement action, including civil penalties, prosecution, rent repayment orders and other legal remedies. Support warrant and court authorisation applications where required, working closely with Legal Services, courts and partner agencies. Provide clear advice and support to tenants and residents regarding their rights and options. Work with tenants, landlords, letting agentsn and managing agents to resolve disputes, sustain tenancies and prevent homelessness. Work closely with Environmental Health, Private Sector Housing, homelessness, housing and community safety teams. Liaise with the police, courts, legal representative and other external enforcement bodies where appropriate. Support vulnerable residents, including those who are homeless, threatened with homelessness or at risk of illegal eviction or harassment. Maintain accurate case records and ensure all enforcement activity is evidence-led, proportionate and legally compliant. Contribute to improving standards and promoting good practice across the private rented sector. About you The council is looking for someone with: Strong knowledge of tenancy relations, landlord and tenant law and private sector housing enforcement . Practical experience investigating unlawful eviction, harassment, discrimination and tenancy-related offences. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the Protection from Eviction Act 1977, Housing Act 1988, Housing Act 2004 and Renters' Rights Act 2025 . Experience gathering evidence, preparing case files and making recommendations for enforcement action. Experience working with legal services, courts, police or other enforcement agencies. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to deal confidently with difficult and sensitive situations. Experience within a Local Authority, Private Sector Housing, Tenancy Relations or similar enforcement environment . A strong understanding of safeguarding, homelessness prevention and supporting vulnerable residents. The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with internal teams and external partners. Strong written skills, particularly around reports, witness statements, notices and enforcement documentation. The opportunity This is a great opportunity for an experienced Tenancy Relations Officer / Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer looking for an interim contract where they can use their existing expertise while helping to develop and strengthen the council's tenancy relations and enforcement function. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement , with a blend of home, office and site-based work, and the council is open to discussing different working patterns depending on availability and experience. Contact Maya at Park Avenue Recruitment for further information or to discuss the role confidentially. (url removed) (phone number removed)

Location: North London Contract: Initial 12-week contract PAYE: £27.81 per hour Limited/Umbrella: £36.40 per hour We are currently seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a busy Local Authority in North London on an initial 12-week contract. The successful candidate will work within the Housing Standards service, helping to improve housing conditions within the private rented sector and ensure landlords comply with relevant housing and licensing legislation. You will undertake property inspections, investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions and nuisance, identify housing hazards and take appropriate enforcement action where required. Key responsibilities will include: Carrying out housing and public health inspections, including property condition, nuisance, drainage, pest control and licensing compliance visits. Investigating complaints regarding poor conditions within privately rented accommodation. Identifying housing hazards and assessing the nature, severity and urgency of remedial works. Taking appropriate action against non-compliant landlords in accordance with relevant legislation. Providing clear advice and guidance to tenants, landlords and other stakeholders. Maintaining accurate records and ensuring cases are progressed effectively and in line with statutory requirements. We are looking for candidates with previous Private Sector Housing/Housing Standards experience, within a Local Authority environment, alongside a good understanding of housing hazards, property inspections, enforcement and relevant housing/public health legislation. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.