Housing Officer Temporary Accommodation (6-Months Fixed Term/ Secondment)

Housing Officer Temporary Accommodation (6-Month Fixed Month Contract / Secondment)

Location: Muriel Matters House, Hastings
Salary: Career Grade 8-7 - £25,119 - £31,364 (pro rata, per annum)

Hastings Borough Council is seeking a dedicated, organized, and compassionate Housing Officer for a 6-month fixed term contract /secondment. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in supporting our community by managing temporary housing solutions.

As a Housing Officer in Temporary Accommodation, you will:

• Provide essential support to individuals and families in temporary accommodation, helping them maintain stable housing.
• Maximize Housing Benefit and contributions, ensuring efficiency in our services.
• Ensure high standards of service by conducting accommodation visits, monitoring placements, and liaising with providers.
• Develop your skills in housing legislation, customer care, and housing management.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in social housing or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation and case law.
• Exceptional communication skills to build rapport with clients and collaborate with team members.
• Resilience and adaptability in challenging environments.
• IT proficiency for accurate record-keeping and report compilation.
• Commitment to Equality and a flexible approach in a multi-disciplinary team.

This role requires travel within the borough.

For more information please see the Job Description and Person Specification. 

Join us in this rewarding role, and gain valuable experience while making a difference.

Closing Date for applications: 22/11/2024 @ 12:00pm 

Interview date: TBD