P546764 Housing Officer - Private Rental Access
Gateshead Council
United Kingdom
Published 3 weeks ago
Housing officer
P546764 Housing Offi'er - Private Rental A''ess
Job des'ription
Housing Offi'er (Private Rental A''ess) - Gateshead 'oun'il
Housing, Environment and Healthy 'ommunities
Grade G, S'P 19-23 | Full Time | 1Permanent and 1 Temporary postition for 2 years.
Lo'ation: 'ivi' 'entre | 'asual 'ar User
Are you passionate about preventing homelessness and expanding housing options for those in need?
Do you enjoy working with people, building partnerships, and making a real differen'e in your 'ommunity? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Who We Are
At Gateshead 'oun'il, we're 'ommitted to putting people at the heart of everything we do. Our Housing Support Servi'es team plays a vital role in supporting residents at risk of homelessness. We're now looking for a Private Rental A''ess Offi'er to help us grow our housing options in the private rented se'tor and support some of our most vulnerable residents.
We're a forward-thinking, in'lusive organisation that values 'ollaboration, innovation, and 'ompassion. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-pa'ed, people-fo'used environment, this 'ould be the perfe't role for you.
About the Role
As a Private Rental A''ess Offi'er, you'll lead the development and delivery of our new Private Rented A''ess Programme (PRAP). Your work will dire'tly support the 'oun'il's statutory homelessness team by helping individuals and families a''ess and sustain private rented a''ommodation.
Your key responsibilities will in'lude:
Designing and promoting landlord in'entive pa'kages (finan'ial and non-finan'ial) Building and maintaining strong relationships with private landlords Supporting landlords with tenan'y setup, in'luding sign-ups Mat'hing 'ustomers to suitable tenan'ies and ensuring sustainability Liaising with internal teams and external partners (e.g. DWP, Private Se'tor Housing) Promoting the PRAP through media, mailshots, and outrea'h Keeping a''urate re'ords and 'ontributing to performan'e reporting
What's in It for You?
We offer a 'omprehensive benefits pa'kage, in'luding:
'ompetitive Salary - Fair and transparent pay that refle'ts your skills and experien'e .
We don't just offer a great salary - we invest in your future too.
Alongside your salary, Gateshead 'oun'il 'ontributes signifi'antly towards your membership in the Lo'al Government Pension S'heme.
Generous Annual Leave - 28 days, rising to 32 after 5 years, plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
Flexible Working Hours - Up to 26 flexi days per year (subje't to business needs).
Hybrid & Flexible Working - Supporting a healthy work-life balan'e. Learning & Development - Wide range of training and progression opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support - From dis'ounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resour'es, we 'are about your wellbeing.
'y'le to Work S'heme - Tax-effi'ient way to stay a'tive and save money Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy dis'ounts on shopping, travel, and servi'es - plus salary sa'rifi'e options on white goods, ele'troni's, and more, helping you spread the 'ost of essential pur'hases.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who 'an demonstrate:
Knowledge of homelessness legislation, landlord/tenant law, and housing pressures Experien'e working in housing, homelessness, or a 'ustomer-fo'used environment Strong 'ommuni'ation, negotiation, and partnership working skills Ability to manage a varied 'aseload and work independently 'onfiden'e in dealing with 'hallenging situations and supporting vulnerable people A full UK driving li'en'e and a''ess to a vehi'le
It's Time to Apply
We're ex'ited that you're interested in joining us.
To apply, please 'omplete our appli'ation form. In your supporting statement, we re'ommend that you:
Stru'ture your response around the key responsibilities and essential 'riteria Provide 'lear examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, A'tion, Result) Highlight your relevant experien'e, skills, and a'hievements
JOB PROFILE
If you have any questions or would like an informal 'hat about the role, please 'onta't Matt Myers on 0191 433 5876 or email matthewmyers@gateshead.gov.uk
Job des'ription
Housing Offi'er (Private Rental A''ess) - Gateshead 'oun'il
Housing, Environment and Healthy 'ommunities
Grade G, S'P 19-23 | Full Time | 1Permanent and 1 Temporary postition for 2 years.
Lo'ation: 'ivi' 'entre | 'asual 'ar User
Are you passionate about preventing homelessness and expanding housing options for those in need?
Do you enjoy working with people, building partnerships, and making a real differen'e in your 'ommunity? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Who We Are
At Gateshead 'oun'il, we're 'ommitted to putting people at the heart of everything we do. Our Housing Support Servi'es team plays a vital role in supporting residents at risk of homelessness. We're now looking for a Private Rental A''ess Offi'er to help us grow our housing options in the private rented se'tor and support some of our most vulnerable residents.
We're a forward-thinking, in'lusive organisation that values 'ollaboration, innovation, and 'ompassion. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-pa'ed, people-fo'used environment, this 'ould be the perfe't role for you.
About the Role
As a Private Rental A''ess Offi'er, you'll lead the development and delivery of our new Private Rented A''ess Programme (PRAP). Your work will dire'tly support the 'oun'il's statutory homelessness team by helping individuals and families a''ess and sustain private rented a''ommodation.
Your key responsibilities will in'lude:
Designing and promoting landlord in'entive pa'kages (finan'ial and non-finan'ial) Building and maintaining strong relationships with private landlords Supporting landlords with tenan'y setup, in'luding sign-ups Mat'hing 'ustomers to suitable tenan'ies and ensuring sustainability Liaising with internal teams and external partners (e.g. DWP, Private Se'tor Housing) Promoting the PRAP through media, mailshots, and outrea'h Keeping a''urate re'ords and 'ontributing to performan'e reporting
What's in It for You?
We offer a 'omprehensive benefits pa'kage, in'luding:
'ompetitive Salary - Fair and transparent pay that refle'ts your skills and experien'e .
We don't just offer a great salary - we invest in your future too.
Alongside your salary, Gateshead 'oun'il 'ontributes signifi'antly towards your membership in the Lo'al Government Pension S'heme.
Generous Annual Leave - 28 days, rising to 32 after 5 years, plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
Flexible Working Hours - Up to 26 flexi days per year (subje't to business needs).
Hybrid & Flexible Working - Supporting a healthy work-life balan'e. Learning & Development - Wide range of training and progression opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support - From dis'ounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resour'es, we 'are about your wellbeing.
'y'le to Work S'heme - Tax-effi'ient way to stay a'tive and save money Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy dis'ounts on shopping, travel, and servi'es - plus salary sa'rifi'e options on white goods, ele'troni's, and more, helping you spread the 'ost of essential pur'hases.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who 'an demonstrate:
Knowledge of homelessness legislation, landlord/tenant law, and housing pressures Experien'e working in housing, homelessness, or a 'ustomer-fo'used environment Strong 'ommuni'ation, negotiation, and partnership working skills Ability to manage a varied 'aseload and work independently 'onfiden'e in dealing with 'hallenging situations and supporting vulnerable people A full UK driving li'en'e and a''ess to a vehi'le
It's Time to Apply
We're ex'ited that you're interested in joining us.
To apply, please 'omplete our appli'ation form. In your supporting statement, we re'ommend that you:
Stru'ture your response around the key responsibilities and essential 'riteria Provide 'lear examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, A'tion, Result) Highlight your relevant experien'e, skills, and a'hievements
JOB PROFILE
If you have any questions or would like an informal 'hat about the role, please 'onta't Matt Myers on 0191 433 5876 or email matthewmyers@gateshead.gov.uk