Housing Officers

371110797

£39,923 Per Annum

Full Time

Temporary

Plymouth, Devon

Administration

Posted 3 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Housing Officer

Plymouth & South Hams

£39,923 | Full Time | Temporary Contract | Immediate Start

Are you an experienced Housing Officer looking for your next contract?

We're recruiting for a Housing Officer to join a leading housing provider covering Plymouth and South Hams. This is a field-based role where you'll manage tenancies, support residents, tackle neighbourhood issues and help create safe, well-maintained communities.

The initial contract is for two months, with the potential for extension.

The Role
You'll be the main point of contact for residents across your patch, delivering a high standard of housing and tenancy management services.
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Managing tenancy enquiries and providing advice and support to residents
    • Carrying out tenancy sign-ups and property viewings
    • Investigating and managing tenancy breaches, including safeguarding concerns
    • Monitoring estate standards and contractor performance
    • Building positive relationships with residents, colleagues and partner agencies
    • Supporting community engagement initiatives and neighbourhood sustainability
    • Ensuring tenancy agreements and housing policies are adhered to 

What We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
  • Previous experience within social housing
    • Experience of tenancy, estate and housing management
    • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
    • The ability to manage a varied caseload and competing priorities
    • Good organisational and problem-solving skills
    • CIH Level 4 qualification, or willingness to work towards it
    • A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

What's on Offer
  • Salary equivalent of £39,923 per annum
    • 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
    • Field-based role covering Plymouth and South Hams
    • Immediate start available
    • Initial 2-month contract with potential to be extended
    • Opportunity to make a genuine difference within local communities

Additional Information
  • Basic DBS check required
    • Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the assignment

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!