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Property Move On Specialist / Housing Officer Kent & London 27,000pa - 35,000pa Full Time Permanent We are currently recruiting for a Property Move On Specialist to support the delivery of accommodation services within Children's Contracts across Kent and London. This is a varied field-based role combining property inspections, void management, compliance auditing and housing support for young people. This opportunity would suit someone with experience in housing, supported accommodation, property services or tenancy support who is highly organised, proactive and confident managing a property portfolio. The Role You will support the efficient turnaround of void properties, complete audits and inspections, manage inventory processes and ensure homes are safe, compliant and ready for re-occupation. The role will also involve supporting young people through planned move-ons and providing Housing Officer cover where required. Key Responsibilities Conduct property inspections, audits and compliance checks across a portfolio of properties Support the move-on process for young people within Children's Services accommodation Secure, log and document belongings left within void properties Produce accurate inventory reports and raise property defects Prepare properties for re-occupation within agreed timescales Liaise with Housing Officers, Repairs, Social Services and external stakeholders Escalate safeguarding, health & safety or serious property concerns appropriately Support fire risk assessment scheduling and post-inspection actions Carry out inductions for young people moving into accommodation Maintain accurate records, reports and compliance documentation Provide Housing Officer cover during periods of absence or increased demand About You Previous experience within housing, property services, tenancy support or supported accommodation Experience managing property inspections, voids or compliance processes Strong communication and organisational skills Ability to work independently across multiple sites Understanding of safeguarding and health & safety responsibilities Confident using internal systems and maintaining accurate records Flexible approach with the ability to support operational business needs Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Kent and London What's on Offer Varied and rewarding role within a growing organisation Opportunity to work within Children's Services and supported accommodation Ongoing training and development Supportive team environment Mileage/travel expenses where applicable If you're looking for a fast-paced role where you can make a real impact supporting vulnerable young people and maintaining high accommodation standards, please get in touch. Benefits Package 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Life cover (2x basic salary) Westfield Health membership - cashback on health services and discounts for retailers and gyms Laptop, phone, and any other required equipment provided Mileage expenses - claimable from home 6-month probationary period Employer pension contributions (4% employer, 4% employee) Referral bonus scheme Successful applicants will require Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC). The successful applicant will be subject to Disclosure checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service. This role is not open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer withdrawn. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If you would like to find out more about the position, then please email Lucy at (url removed) for further information. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Housing Solutions Officer to join a North East London local authority, playing a vital role in preventing and relieving homelessness across the borough. You will work directly with residents who are homeless or threatened with homelessness, building trusting and productive relationships that enable you to persuade, influence and support customers to make positive and realistic housing choices. The role involves delivering a comprehensive housing advice service across both the private and public sectors, using a wide range of interventions to prevent homelessness wherever possible. You will assess and investigate homeless approaches and applications in accordance with the Council's statutory duties under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, relevant case law, and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. This includes developing, reviewing and implementing Personalised Housing Plans, actively supporting customers to prevent or relieve homelessness through meaningful interventions. The post holder will work closely with landlords, accommodation providers and partner agencies to sustain tenancies, negotiate extensions of occupation and secure suitable housing solutions. You will also contribute to reducing expenditure on temporary accommodation through informed and cost-effective decision-making. Accurate recording of homelessness data is essential, ensuring high-quality submissions for local analysis and national reporting. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours 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)

Property & Resident Compliance Officer Salary: £13.45 per hour PAYE + £1.63 per hour holiday pay Hours: Mon Fri (12pm 17.30pm) Job Type: Temporary (Approx. 9 months) Location: Bristol (covering Southwest England) Job Overview: Working across Southwest England, this role involves carrying out property inspections across a number of HMO s housing vulnerable individuals with complex needs. There are a large number of properties around the Bristol area, but you will be covering a large area between Bristol & the South Coast. All mileage will be covered (company car available), and you will manage your own diary, ensuring that all duties are completed effectively. Day to Day Duties: Housing Management: Ensure consistent service and property compliance, including health & safety, accommodation standards, and contract performance. Oversee regular property inspections and ensure any issues are addressed promptly. Manage accurate housing records and performance data in line with organisational and commissioning requirements. Resident Support & Engagement: Promote strength-based, trauma-informed engagement with residents to help them sustain tenancies and achieve independence. Safeguarding & Risk Management Maintain oversight of safeguarding issues and ensure all team actions comply with policies and frameworks. Requirements: Experience carrying out property inspections / working in housing compliance. Experience working with vulnerable people is a bonus. A full UK driving licence (company car will be provided) To apply for this role, please send an up-to-date CV that details your relevant support experience or reach out to Nathan Jackson on (phone number removed)

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Housing Accommodation Officer for a Local Authority Client in Folkestone. In this role, you will carry out day-to-day checks and tasks in temporary accommodation, helping to make sure properties are safe, ready for use, and supported effectively for residents. Duties: Carry out checks, inspections and inventories in temporary accommodation Help prepare council-owned properties to a lettable standard Support move-ins, move-outs and respond to day-to-day issues in TA Liaise with providers and the housing team to ensure accommodation is arranged and maintained promptly Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Experience working in housing, homelessness services, or property management Understanding of temporary accommodation or similar residential settings Experience carrying out property checks, inspections, or basic compliance tasks Confident using IT systems and recording information accurately What's on offer: Salary: 17.42ph may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience Contract type: 3 months minimum Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 22.5 hours per week How to apply: Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on (phone number removed). INDSCGTK

Job Title: Housing Accommodation Officer Contract: 3 Months Temporary Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday & Friday) Role Overview We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Part-Time Housing Accommodation Officer to support the management and delivery of Temporary Accommodation (TA). This is a hands-on, varied role requiring a mix of office-based work, home working, and regular onsite visits. The successful candidate will work closely with the housing team and external providers to ensure TA properties are safe, compliant, and ready for occupation at short notice. Key Responsibilities Support the preparation of Temporary Accommodation to a lettable standard Conduct property inspections and spot checks Carry out fire alarm checks within TA properties Complete inventories for accommodation units Manage check-ins, often at short notice Carry out check-outs and final inspections Respond to and resolve TA-related issues Provide general support to the wider housing team Liaise with external accommodation providers to arrange placements quickly Candidate Requirements IT literate and able to learn internal housing systems Knowledge of safeguarding and appropriate reporting procedures Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle Able to respond to short-notice requests and attend properties locally Previous experience in housing, homelessness, or property management is desirable Additional Information This role requires a flexible and organised individual who can manage competing priorities and respond effectively to urgent situations. If you have relevant experience and are looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity within housing, we would like to hear from you. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on (url removed) or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

We're recruiting an experienced Complaints and Repairs Officer to join a busy Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement service within a London local authority. This role will focus heavily on managing complaints, repairs casework and resident enquiries across temporary accommodation services. You will be responsible for investigating complaints, responding to Ombudsman and Members enquiries, liaising with residents and managing agents, and ensuring repairs and property-related issues are resolved effectively and in line with corporate policies and procedures. The successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills alongside experience within temporary accommodation, housing management, property management, repairs and maintenance, or complaints handling within a local authority or housing setting. The Role - Manage complaints and repairs casework across temporary accommodation services. - Investigate Stage 1 and Stage 2 complaints in line with the council's corporate complaints policy. - Respond to Members enquiries, Ombudsman enquiries and escalated resident concerns within required timescales. - Liaise directly with residents, landlords, managing agents, contractors and internal teams to resolve accommodation and repairs issues. - Draft high-quality written complaint responses, investigation findings and case updates. - Monitor and progress repairs issues within temporary accommodation, ensuring timely resolutions and clear communication with residents. - Investigate disrepair concerns, service failures and property-related complaints across temporary accommodation placements. - Carry out property inspections, tenancy audits and follow-up visits where required. - Work collaboratively with procurement, placement and housing management teams to minimise disruption to residents. - Escalate complex safeguarding, health and safety or property concerns appropriately. - Maintain accurate records, reports and complaint logs on housing management systems. - Monitor trends and recurring issues to support service improvement and better resident outcomes. - Support the wider Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement team with accommodation-related casework when required. - Ensure all work is delivered in line with housing legislation, temporary accommodation policies and information governance requirements. Key Requirements - Experience handling complaints, repairs casework or resident enquiries within a housing or temporary accommodation environment. - Strong background in temporary accommodation, housing management, property management, repairs or maintenance services. - Experience responding to complex complaints, Members enquiries or Ombudsman cases. - Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce professional and detailed complaint responses. - Strong verbal communication and customer service skills. - Ability to investigate issues thoroughly and manage sensitive conversations with residents professionally and empathetically. - Experience liaising with contractors, landlords, agents and internal departments to resolve repairs and accommodation issues. - Good understanding of housing standards, repairs processes and temporary accommodation challenges. - Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload effectively under pressure. - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. - Good IT skills and experience updating housing or case management systems. - Understanding of data protection, safeguarding and resident-focused service delivery. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this 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 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 are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Complaints Officers, Repairs Officers, Temporary Accommodation Officers, Housing Officers and Property Management professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. 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.

Health & Safety Manager Location: Stornoway Sector: Civil Engineering Are you a Health & Safety professional looking to make a genuine impact on a major civil engineering project? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading contractor delivering high-profile infrastructure works in a unique island location. The Opportunity You ll play a key role in driving safety, compliance, and best practice on a significant project currently in its site set-up phase, with main works commencing soon. The project will involve working with multiple subcontractors. This is a hands-on leadership role where you ll oversee and develop junior Health & Safety Officers, bringing strong guidance and construction expertise particularly from a civil engineering background. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and mentor on-site Health & Safety team members Develop, implement, and maintain robust H&S systems and procedures Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation and industry best practice Deliver safety briefings, training, and toolbox talks Work closely with project and site teams to embed a strong safety culture About You Proven experience in Health & Safety within civil engineering or infrastructure projects Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and guide junior staff Experience working with civil engineering contractors is desirable NEBOSH qualification Solid understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation Confident communicator with a proactive, hands-on approach Support & Structure You ll be supported by an experienced senior H&S team, providing guidance and collaboration throughout the project. What s on Offer Competitive salary package Benefits package and pension Bonus structure Accommodation provided Living away allowances Why Apply? This is more than just a role it s an opportunity to lead from the front on a major infrastructure project while contributing to a growing and safety-focused organisation. You ll have the autonomy to make a real difference, backed by a supportive and experienced team. If you re ready for your next challenge and want to play a key role in delivering a high-profile project, we d love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV, or for more information contact Louise Knock on (phone number removed), quoting reference J46942. Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.

Housing Resolutions Officer Rate of pay: 21.41 PAYE or 28.19 umbrella Location: HA9 Job Type: Full-time temporary role Contract End Date: 31/10/2026 with possible extension We are seeking a dedicated Housing Resolutions Officer to provide comprehensive housing options advice and support to households in temporary accommodation. This role involves promoting effective move-on to settled housing options, conducting suitability reviews, and managing related enforcement activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in housing law and experience working with vulnerable groups. Day-to-day of the role: Visit households in temporary accommodation to provide advice on housing options, managing expectations based on individual needs and housing priorities. Collaborate with housing teams to monitor and support bidding activity, ensuring households make informed housing choices. Refer households to relevant agencies for additional support, including employment, training, and social services. Provide guidance on employment opportunities and benefit entitlement in light of welfare reforms. Enforce tenancy conditions and manage breaches effectively, including handling cases of harassment and anti-social behaviour. Investigate domestic violence cases and manage safety risks for affected households. Promote efficient use of the temporary accommodation budget by reviewing and optimizing housing transitions. Conduct tenancy audits, investigate fraud, and ensure compliance with housing legislation and council policies. Respond to enquiries and complaints, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and adhering to legal and procedural standards. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in housing or a related field, particularly in advising and supporting vulnerable groups. Strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of managing difficult situations and maintaining positive relationships. Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office and housing management systems. Must be able to travel extensively within and potentially outside the borough for property visits. To apply for the Housing Resolutions Officer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience in this role.

Marks Consulting Partners are currently looking for an Accommodation Officer to work with one of our Local Authority clients in London. What the Job Will Be Doing Delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service to residents within Temporary Accommodation (TA) and Private Rented Sector (PRS) housing Managing TA and PRS portfolios, ensuring properties meet required standards, compliance and are used efficiently Supporting the procurement and allocation of cost-effective accommodation in line with statutory duties Conducting both planned and ad hoc property inspections, ensuring health & safety and compliance standards are met Managing housing leases and contracts, ensuring landlords and managing agents comply with agreements Supporting residents in TA, providing housing advice and promoting move-on into more sustainable accommodation options Working closely with caseworkers and internal teams to manage placements, including nightly-paid accommodation Handling housing management issues such as ASB, rent arrears, hoarding and tenancy breaches Supporting void and re-let processes, including property set up, sign-ups and tenancy closures Liaising with landlords, agents and contractors to resolve issues and maintain service standards Maintaining accurate records on housing systems and ensuring compliance with GDPR and data standards Assisting with statutory offers, decision letters and discharge of duty notifications Supporting emergency accommodation placements and participating in out-of-hours rotas where required What You Will Need Experience working in a housing, homelessness or accommodation management role within a Local Authority or similar setting Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Understanding of Temporary Accommodation and Private Rented Sector housing standards and compliance Experience managing housing placements, inspections and working with landlords or managing agents Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to tight deadlines Strong communication skills with the ability to support vulnerable residents and manage challenging situations Good IT skills and experience using housing management systems Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable)

We're recruiting a proactive and customer-focused Resident Access Officer to join a busy housing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and customer service skills who's passionate about supporting residents and delivering excellent frontline housing services. You'll play a key role in ensuring residents receive a seamless, high-quality service - acting as the first point of contact for housing enquiries, providing administrative and project support, and helping customers access the right advice and assistance as quickly as possible. The Role Deliver a responsive and professional telephone and email service for residents and customers, ensuring queries are resolved quickly and effectively. Provide accurate information on housing services, including tenancy, allocations, rent, and temporary accommodation matters. Support residents to self-serve online and promote digital engagement where possible. Manage and monitor team inboxes, escalating complex enquiries to specialist officers where appropriate. Maintain accurate records, update housing systems, and ensure confidentiality in line with data protection policies. Provide administrative support to the wider housing team - including setting up rent and temporary accommodation accounts, maintaining housing records, and supporting projects and meetings. Assist with Right to Buy administration, property compliance records, and data entry on housing systems such as NEC and Business World. Support coordination of resident meetings and events, including minute-taking when required. Contribute to improving service processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and better resident outcomes. Key Requirements Previous experience in a customer service or housing administration role. Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal - with a professional and empathetic approach. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload in a busy environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and confident using housing or CRM systems. Good attention to detail and accurate record-keeping. A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to the values of social housing and delivering a high standard of customer care. A basic understanding of housing policies and processes is desirable (training will be provided). What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this 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 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 housing 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 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 seeking a dedicated and reliable Emergency Accommodation Officer to join a local authority team in North London. This role involves overseeing a hostel that provides temporary accommodation for families experiencing homelessness, ensuring a safe, supportive, and well-managed environment. Key responsibilities include maintaining high standards of health and safety, with a strong focus on fire safety compliance, as well as carrying out essential administrative duties. You will also play a vital role in delivering excellent customer service, supporting residents with professionalism, empathy, and respect. The role requires flexibility, with shifts scheduled between 7:00am and 10:00pm, including weekend working. As the hostel operates 24/7, you will also be required to work some bank holidays, with time off provided in lieu. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of housing or supported accommodation settings, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference within the community while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours 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.

We're recruiting an experienced Homeless Intervention Officer to join a busy local authority housing service, supporting the delivery of a proactive homelessness prevention and relief function. This is a frontline, statutory role focused on early intervention, preventing homelessness and managing crisis cases. You will work directly with vulnerable residents, carrying out assessments, making legal decisions and delivering tailored housing solutions in line with current legislation. The Role - Triage new homelessness approaches, providing advice and early intervention to prevent homelessness - Conduct full homelessness assessments and determine duties in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 - Develop and manage Personalised Housing Plans, taking all reasonable steps to prevent or relieve homelessness - Make and review statutory homeless decisions, ensuring compliance with legislation and mitigating risk of legal challenge - Assess eligibility for temporary accommodation and support placements into suitable housing options - Carry out detailed interviews, including home visits, to assess housing and support needs - Work collaboratively with landlords, agents, family members and partner agencies to resolve housing issues - Manage complex cases involving safeguarding, domestic abuse, mental health and vulnerable households - Provide advice on a full range of housing options including private rented sector, hostels and social housing - Maintain accurate case records, reports and system updates in line with policy and GDPR requirements - Liaise closely with Temporary Accommodation teams to support move-on into settled housing - Refer cases to specialist services including outreach, mental health and support providers where required - Keep up to date with relevant legislation, case law and best practice to inform decision-making Key Requirements - Experience working in a homelessness, housing options or prevention role within a local authority - Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation including Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 - Experience making or supporting statutory homelessness decisions - Ability to manage complex and high-risk cases involving vulnerable residents - Experience developing and managing Personalised Housing Plans - Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle difficult conversations sensitively - Experience working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners - Ability to manage a busy caseload and prioritise effectively - Strong IT skills and experience maintaining accurate case records What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this 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 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 Housing Options Officers, Homelessness Officers and Prevention Officers looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. 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.

Tenancy Relation Officer Location: Hornton Street, W8 7NX Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 20.86 per day Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities The role involves supporting the Team Manager in preventing or alleviating homelessness effectively and reducing the use of temporary accommodation by the Council. Key responsibilities include: Assessing, investigating, and verifying applications for the Housing Register under Part VI of the Housing Act 1996 and the Council s Allocations Scheme. Interviewing and verifying applicants making applications under Part VII of the Housing Act (1996). Determining the duty owed to households under the Homelessness Reduction Act (2017) and the Housing Act (1996). Ensuring the Council meets its statutory duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and providing reliable data for the Council and the Department for Communities and Local Government. Supporting the Housing Solutions Leader in developing innovative solutions to prevent homelessness and reduce temporary accommodation use, with knowledge of relevant housing legislation. Providing rapid, effective responses to referrals and delivering a customer-friendly experience to resolve housing needs at first contact. Arranging and developing outreach surgeries and online platforms for public bodies and potential partners to deliver cross-cutting prevention work. Assessing customers' housing needs according to relevant housing legislation and ensuring compliance with safety and health standards. Handling enquiries, complaints, and correspondence from clients and their advocates, and preparing information for court cases. Liaising with customers, statutory organizations, advocates, and third-sector providers to find sustainable housing solutions for complex needs cases. Maintaining accurate service records to ensure compliance with reporting arrangements and providing management with performance information. Developing and maintaining positive relationships with clients, resident organizations, council officers, housing providers, and other stakeholders. Participating in relevant projects within and outside the section as appropriate. Person Specification Thorough understanding of Central London housing issues and access to social housing locally. Awareness of issues and initiatives facing local authority housing, and knowledge of relevant legislation. Experience in providing effective advice services to the public and implementing equality and diversity approaches. Proven experience of working in a team and effective record-keeping. Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening and advocacy. Excellent communication skills and the ability to write detailed technical letters and reports. Ability to gather information, interpret complex issues, and provide creative solutions. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.

Visiting Officer Location: Hornton Street, W8 7NX Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 20.86 per day Job Ref: (phone number removed) Responsibilities Complete home visits to temporary accommodation residents and those applying as homeless, ensuring data collection to shape services and identify high-need groups. Conduct dynamic risk assessments to identify health and safety concerns, including fire safety and evacuation capabilities. Verify accommodation suitability under relevant legislation and address disrepair issues by liaising with appropriate services. Identify and report suspected fraud related to housing tenancies or applications. Promote fire safety practices, including testing alarms and referring to the Housing Fire Safety Team when necessary. Support vulnerable residents by identifying abuse or neglect, ensuring they receive appropriate support. Advise residents on capital works plans and provide feedback to relevant teams. Capture and verify household data to ensure adequate tenant support. Encourage residents to complete Equality Monitoring forms to enhance service profiling. Respond to emergency incidents and integrate learning into service improvements. Provide tenancy and housing advice, referring residents to relevant departments when needed. Participate in service improvement initiatives and resident meetings to enhance service delivery. Communicate updates on homelessness prevention, estate improvements, and resident engagement projects. Identify complex cases for follow-up and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure service delivery. Facilitate referrals to support services, such as employment support and social care. Ensure timely, high-quality written correspondence and accurate record-keeping of home visits. Deliver empathetic and professional customer experiences, adhering to customer care standards. Comply with Data Protection Act and relevant legislation in all duties. Adhere to the Council s Health and Safety Policy and perform any additional reasonable duties. Person Specification Commitment to Equal Opportunity, Customer Care, and service delivery policies. GCSE pass in English and maths or equivalent qualifications. Experience in housing services, supporting tenancy sustainability, and working with support services. Knowledge of landlord obligations, safeguarding, and housing legislation. Excellent customer service skills and ability to work independently under pressure. Proficient in using technology and maintaining confidentiality. Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with a non-judgmental approach to diverse communities. Understanding of health, fire safety, welfare, and employment legislation. Ability to work flexibly and achieve performance indicators. Capacity to inspire change and provide guidance to residents. Commitment to Council values: Putting Communities First, Respect, Integrity, and Working Together. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.

We are currently seeking three dynamic and proactive Housing Solutions Officers to join a forward-thinking Management Service team of a Local Authority. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the private rented sector meets the needs of residents by providing high-quality Temporary Accommodation (TA) and Private Rented Housing Services. With a portfolio of almost 4,000 homes, you'll be at the forefront of helping residents transition from temporary accommodation into sustainable private housing solutions. As a Housing Solutions Officer, you'll manage a diverse range of responsibilities, from addressing housing queries, complaints, and anti-social behaviour (ASB), to ensuring properties meet required standards and supporting tenants in finding long-term housing solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for ambitious individuals with a passion for customer service and a commitment to improving housing outcomes for residents. Key Responsibilities Resident Support: Provide housing advice and solutions to households in temporary accommodation, addressing a range of issues including complaints, disrepair, and ASB. Property Management: Oversee the maintenance of temporary accommodation, ensuring it meets required standards, and coordinate repairs and inspections as needed. Tenancy Management: Handle all aspects of tenancy issues, including investigating complaints, managing tenancy-related disputes, and working in partnership with other services to resolve problems. Housing Solutions: Proactively assist residents in moving from temporary accommodation to private rented housing, offering tailored support and advice to ensure successful transitions. Partnership Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver a seamless service, ensuring that tenancy issues are addressed collaboratively and effectively. Communication & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of all interactions, updates, and outcomes, using strong written and verbal communication skills to keep all stakeholders informed. About You Experience: Proven experience in homelessness, housing management, or a working knowledge of housing law and homelessness legislation is essential. Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong IT proficiency, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Problem Solving: A proactive approach to finding creative and innovative solutions to local housing challenges, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer service. Flexibility: Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating resilience and adaptability to meet residents' needs. Teamwork: A collaborative mindset, capable of working inclusively within a team and partnering with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive housing solutions. Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive team that is making a tangible difference in the lives of residents. If you're passionate about housing, enjoy problem-solving, and are ready to take on a rewarding challenge, we'd love to hear from you. You'll have the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on improving housing services and outcomes for the community. If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. 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 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 housing 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 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.

Adecco are supporting a London Borough Council in a role as an On Street Support Officer Job Title: Housing Solutions - On Street Support Officer Location: East London Borough Contract Details: Temporary, Full Time Salary: 17.54 - 21 per hour About Our Client: Join our client, a London Borough Council, and play a vital role in supporting individuals with multiple and complex needs to prevent them from returning to rough sleeping after discharge from hospital. The team is passionate about providing high-quality support and helping clients with complex needs to sustain their quality of life. Benefits & Perks: Competitive hourly rate Temporary contract with full-time hours Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals in the community Access to training and development opportunities Supportive team environment Responsibilities: As a Housing Solutions - On Street Support Officer, you will: Provide early intervention and ongoing support to individuals with complex needs to prevent them from returning to rough sleeping after leaving the hospital. Offer high-quality services to clients housed in accommodation, focusing on their well-being and support needs. Develop support plans and collaborate with various support agencies to help clients sustain their quality of life. Provide advice and assistance on a wide range of issues including housing, welfare rights, personal finance, hoarding, tenancy management, mediation, life skills, and personal independence. Act as the main point of contact for casework within the accommodation and coordinate solutions for drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, and mental health issues. Essential: Experience in providing support to vulnerable individuals with complex needs, preferably within a housing or homelessness setting. Strong knowledge and understanding of housing and welfare rights. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently. A compassionate and non-judgmental approach to working with individuals facing challenging circumstances. Desirable: Experience dealing with safeguarding and health and well-being issues. Knowledge of local support services and agencies. Understanding of the causes and impacts of homelessness. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies related to housing and homelessness. How to apply: If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals facing homelessness and complex needs, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role Note: Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged. Join our client's dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals in the London Borough. Apply today! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Full Time (35 hours per week) Based in Dorchester, Dorset (Hybrid) Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Housing Officer to join their team managing temporary accommodation. The successful candidate will have a strong background in housing and property management, specifically within temporary accommodation and homelessness services. Key Responsibilities: Housing Management: Oversee the day-to-day management of temporary accommodation provided by the council. Client Interaction: Liaise with vulnerable clients, including those who are homeless or street homeless, and manage challenging behaviours including aggression and antisocial conduct. Staff Supervision: Manage and support front-line staff in delivering housing services. Tenancy and License Management: Handle tenancy and license agreements, ensuring compliance and managing breaches such as antisocial behaviour. Void Management: Oversee void properties to ensure they are reoccupied efficiently. Repairs and Maintenance: Coordinate repairs and maintenance to ensure properties meet required standards. Required Experience and Qualifications: Experience: Minimum of 3 years in front-line housing management. Education: Preferably a qualification from the Chartered Institute of Housing. Skills: Strong background in managing vulnerable clients and dealing with homelessness issues. Certifications: Standard DBS check required. We offer: 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Amber Debens on (phone number removed)

Property & Planning Officer Permanent - Newcastle, Tyne & Wear £38,800 + Benefits Hays Property are delighted to be working with a fantastic organisation specialising in the healthcare industry to recruit a Specialist Property & Planning Officer. This role will be to ensure the effective management of accommodation planning locally and strategically. The planning function is fundamental to the delivery of the Organisation's Estates Strategy and will feed into capital schemes and backlog maintenance work streams from inception to completion. Candidates must have significant relevant experience of project management delivery and ability to work to strict timelines. Key aspects of the role will be to think and operate at a strategic level with an understanding of Space Planning & Utilisation of the acute estate. The ability to extract project briefs and articulate business cases is an essential part of the role, a proven track record in this aspect of work is essential. Experience and knowledge of different procurement routes should be demonstrated. Candidates should have the ability to demonstrate concise organisational skills and be able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders and clinical teams, leading on negotiations when developing accommodation plans and moves. You should be highly motivated and be able to demonstrate a successful track record of space planning in a complex organisation. Candidates should be academically qualified to degree in an Estates related discipline with knowledge of planning procedures. The successful candidates will form part of a multi-disciplinary Capital and Planning Team. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Our client is currently recruiting for a Project Manager to work 37 hours per week on a 2-month contract for Vale of Glamorgan Council. The role will be to start in early July and the vacancy offers a pay rate of £25.07 limited per hour. This main duties of the role are: * to provide technical expertise and project management for our Housing project. * To lead the Council’s Housing Capital team. * To provide technical expertise to senior officers related to the refurbishment of its office accommodation. The ideal candidate will have at least 1-year experience working in a related position. Barton & Graham acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Barton & Graham is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact James at Barton & Graham on (phone number removed)

Our client is currently recruiting for a Building Refurbishment Project Manager to work 18.5 hours per week on a 12-month contract. The role will be to start in early July and the vacancy offers a pay rate of £24.69 limited per hour. This main duties of the role are: * to provide technical expertise and project management for our building refurbishment project. * To lead the Council’s building refurbishment project. * To provide technical expertise to senior officers related to the refurbishment of its office accommodation. The ideal candidate will have at least 1-year experience working in a related position. Barton & Graham acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Barton & Graham is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact James at Barton & Graham on (phone number removed)