Housing Officer

Posted 17 July 2025
Salary £30 per hour
LocationHarlow
Job type Contract - Full Time
Job duration6 Months
Discipline Housing Services
ReferenceJO0000059964

Job description

We are working with a well-regarded local authority to appoint an experienced Housing Officer to support tenancy management and deliver excellent housing services across a diverse portfolio. This frontline role is key to ensuring residents receive responsive, effective support to help them sustain their tenancies and maintain safe, well-managed homes.

This position would suit an experienced housing professional with a strong understanding of tenancy law, property inspections, and resident engagement. You'll be confident managing complex caseloads, resolving tenancy breaches, and working collaboratively with internal and external partners.

The Role
·Carry out tenancy audits, welfare visits, and estate inspections across a defined patch
·Identify safeguarding concerns and support needs, making referrals where necessary
·Manage tenancy changes, assignments, successions, and introductory tenancy reviews
·Investigate and resolve tenancy breaches, including unauthorised occupation and subletting
·Respond to and manage anti-social behaviour cases, working in partnership with other agencies
·Support new tenants through tenancy sign-ups and settle-in visits
·Ensure accurate case management and record-keeping
·Attend court hearings, case conferences, and panels where required
·Work collaboratively across housing, legal, enforcement, and community safety teams to deliver joined-up services
·Deliver excellent customer service and maintain high standards of professionalism at all times

Key Requirements
·Proven experience in tenancy and estate management within a local authority or housing association
·Good working knowledge of housing law, ASB casework, and enforcement procedures
·Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
·Ability to manage a diverse and demanding caseload independently
·Strong organisational and IT skills
·Experience working with vulnerable tenants and a commitment to supporting tenancy sustainment
·Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. For any questions about the vacancy, click APPLY NOW.

If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

Footnote
If you feel this role matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, feel free to send us your CV anyway. We 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 happy in your current role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to build their network. 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 02393 876065.
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