Job Description
Housing Officer
Permanent
Grade 4 - £33,366 - £40,476 consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week
This is an exciting opportunity to work in the new block at Perry Barr Commonwealth Games site which has recently been acquired by Birmingham City Council's Housing Management. You will have responsibility for managing the new block and will be required to be based on site Monday to Friday ensuring tenants are maintaining the high standard, brand new feel. You must have experience in dealing with difficult conversations, dealing with Anti-social behaviour issues that occur.
Initially responsible for supervising Neighbourhood and Estate caretakers on a day-to-day basis (Subject to the Housing Redesign) which include undertaking one to one's, return to work interviews, identify training needs, setting targets and undertake risk assessments and dealing with any performance issues. Reporting repairs as required and ensuring that the properties are kept free from hazards and meet our Health and Safety standards.
Following the implementation of the new redesign you will have a defined area which will include the Perry Barr - Plot 9.
You will be required to:
You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered.
"Interviews for this post will take place at Perry Barr - Plot 9. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information"
For any informal enquires please contact: Samantha Jones, Housing Manager by email samantha.j.jones@birmingham.gov.uk
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities we serve. Our data tells us that for this level of role, ethnic minorities are underrepresented and therefore we will use positive action to support us to achieve diverse shortlists. This may mean that recruitment times are a little longer, but we think this is worth it to achieve our aim.
Closing date 21st January 2025 11:59
Ref: BCC2707
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
Job Description and Person Specification link
About Us
We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).
Housing Officer
Permanent
Grade 4 - £33,366 - £40,476 consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week
This is an exciting opportunity to work in the new block at Perry Barr Commonwealth Games site which has recently been acquired by Birmingham City Council's Housing Management. You will have responsibility for managing the new block and will be required to be based on site Monday to Friday ensuring tenants are maintaining the high standard, brand new feel. You must have experience in dealing with difficult conversations, dealing with Anti-social behaviour issues that occur.
Initially responsible for supervising Neighbourhood and Estate caretakers on a day-to-day basis (Subject to the Housing Redesign) which include undertaking one to one's, return to work interviews, identify training needs, setting targets and undertake risk assessments and dealing with any performance issues. Reporting repairs as required and ensuring that the properties are kept free from hazards and meet our Health and Safety standards.
Following the implementation of the new redesign you will have a defined area which will include the Perry Barr - Plot 9.
You will be required to:
- Have a good knowledge of property management, particularly Health and Safety
- Inspect properties every 3 to 4 months ensuring they are being kept to a high standard.
- Deal with all Anti-social behaviour issues and conditions of tenancy breaches.
- Support tenant with any queries when they have been allocated the property.
- Conduct Monthly Block Inspections (Subject to redesign)
- The ability to communicate with our various stakeholders.
- Answer complaints and queries through Birmingham Feedback.
You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered.
"Interviews for this post will take place at Perry Barr - Plot 9. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information"
For any informal enquires please contact: Samantha Jones, Housing Manager by email samantha.j.jones@birmingham.gov.uk
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities we serve. Our data tells us that for this level of role, ethnic minorities are underrepresented and therefore we will use positive action to support us to achieve diverse shortlists. This may mean that recruitment times are a little longer, but we think this is worth it to achieve our aim.
Closing date 21st January 2025 11:59
Ref: BCC2707
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
Job Description and Person Specification link
About Us
We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).