field_job_employment_type

field_job_occupational_field_parents_all

job_organization_name

Income and Housing Officer We're looking for 2 friendly, innovative and resilient Income and Housing Officers to join our Landlord Services Team located at our Head Office in Islington. £32,000.00 - £36,000.00 per annum (depending on skills and experience), working 35 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning &amp; Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: • Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service • Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert) • Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card • Fully paid induction programme and further training • ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes • Cycle to work scheme • Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support • Online wellbeing resources • A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&amp;Cs apply) • Quarterly Staff Awards to reward &amp; recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. As an Income and Housing Officer you will help to maximise the organisation's rental income collection,n effectively manage rent arrears and deal with other breaches of the occupancy agreement. Managing a patch of 500+ units across our services you will ensure that challenging rent collection targets are met but also that everything is done to avoid eviction. Your personal qualities are as important in this role as your work experience. Working alongside Operational Colleagues, the Income and Housing Officer will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of generic Housing Management services across their patch with the main focus on Income Collection and some ASB management. You will be expected to meet tight KPI's increasing rent collection and carry out rent arrears actions at all stages from the initial warning letters to the eviction stage. In order to effectively deliver the services listed above to their patch, the Income and Housing Officer will need to work closely with Contract Managers and Support Workers working within our projects to empower and enable them to carry out their responsibilities. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills are a pre-requisite to the role. The post holder will be extremely flexible and have the ability to effectively manage multiple projects at one time. What you'll do: • Take responsibility for maximising rent collection across a defined patch of Look Ahead's portfolio of properties ensuring that rent collection targets are met and tenancies sustained • Advise operational teams on their support related arrears management activities, including holding local surgeries with tenants and staff, taking direct control of higher level and more complex arrears cases • Proactively monitor all current and former accounts within the defined patch and make recommendations to the Housing Manager for appropriate former accounts to be written off or referred to Look Ahead's debt collection agency • Ensure that the rent collection function is carried out both sensitively and in a timely fashion so as to avoid the build up of excessive arrears and record all case details accurately. • Ensure that all sign ups within the defined patch are done accurately on the correct type of tenancy and at the correct rent and service charge levels. • Prepare files and documents for legal action and present cases in County Court hearings for possession claims, money judgements • Serve NTQs, NOSPs, NRPs and carry out home visits as requested. • Accurately and comprehensively record all actions on the housing management system and use reports from the housing management system to manage cases and monitor performance • Assist with the taking on of new agency housing management responsibilities related to new services and as needed with the transfer of housing management responsibilities schemes to other providers • Ensure that confidentiality and data protection is maintained throughout the service including all information held in whatever form • Respond to management issues such as disputes and complaints including breaches of tenancy and / or licence conditions • Ensure that there are effective and on going liaison processes in place with key agencies such as the housing benefit service , Department of Work and Pensions, the Job Centre and local debt advice agencies • Develop and promote financial inclusion initiatives in the service such as advertising credit unions and local debt management advice services • Contribute to special projects such as tenancy audits and suspected sub-letting • Assist in the training of new support staff in the tenancy aspects of support for customers. • Any other relevant tasks as required by the Housing Manager This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: An understanding of the needs of customers who have experienced homelessness and who may also have support needs. Excellent time management skills to systematically monitor arrears and complete other tasks in a logical and systematic way. Excellent communication skills and experience of dealing with vulnerable people in a sensitive , friendly and clear manner. An understanding of how to effectively deal with breaches of occupancy such as anti-social behaviour and abandonment. . The ability to communicate clearly with non -housing management staff and explain cases in a non technical way. A logical approach to problem solving and a willingness to deal with problems quickly and efficiently. A willingness to "go the extra mile" when working with our customers. What you'll bring: Essential: Experience of monitoring rent accounts and managing rent arrears Experience of using computerised rent systems to monitor arrears and record information Extensive knowledge of welfare benefits ,especially housing benefit Experience of liaising with housing benefit departments ,the DWP and other external agencies. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: • We focus on Excellence and innovation. • We are Caring and Compassionate. • We are Inclusive and Trusted. • We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Income and Housing Officer

Job Description Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK's first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. What's the role? As a Housing Officer, you will provide a high quality, customer focused and responsive Housing Management service to Lewisham Council residents. You will act as the residents voice. You will complete home checks, investigate nuisance and other tenancy breaches, manage tenancy changes, support vulnerable residents to sustain their tenancies and build good working relationships with the tenants and residents associations. What's in it for you? Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including: <ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we're looking for We are looking for someone who wants to make a positive difference to our residents lives. You will have an understanding of the issues faced by those living in social housing. You will be an effective communicator and collaborator. You are passionate about delivering an excellent service and have the ability to tailor your service depending on the customers needs. You will show empathy and support your most vulnerable residents. Please note we are recruiting for two Housing Officer positions. 1 permanent role and 1 fixed term (maternity cover) until July 2026. If you have a preference, please specify this on your statement. Location The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work in the office, on site and occasionally from home. Special conditions <ul> <li>This role may include working out of hours</li> <li>The job is subject to a DBS check</li> <li>Please note: we are recruiting for two Housing Officer positions. 1 permanent role and 1 fixed term (maternity cover) until July 2026. If you have a preference, please specify this on your statement.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don't accept CV's. Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Grace Reid, Housing Team Leader <a href="mailto:Grace.Reid@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Grace.Reid@lewisham.gov.uk</a> Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification Salary £39,150 - £40,344 per annum (SO1) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> The Council has a dedicated employment support service, Lewisham Works, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a> and an advisor will be in touch with you. The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response. Let's stay connected, follow us on social media: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram

Housing Officer

Job Title: Housing Officer Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 Hours: 36 hours Location: North West London Closing date: 8th August 2025 Kisharon Langdon UK has an exciting opportunity for a Housing Officer to join the growing team in Colindale, London. Kisharon Langdon are a newly merged charity offering a wider breadth of services of enhanced quality, enabling us to better support people with learning disabilities and autism and their families. From nursery and school to further education, through to employment opportunities and supported living, Kisharon Langdon will enable people with learning disabilities and autism to thrive and realise their ambitions and aspirations. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. The Role; The Housing Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management concerning housing, facilities, and tenancy management in relation to properties within the supported living services in London. The Head of Estates &amp; Facilities Management is based in London and will be accountable for all things related to Housing. The role will include providing a responsible front-line service to our members, tenancy and leasehold management, property inspections, tenancy verification checks and general community management. The focus of this role will be to ensure that the services are delivered to a high standard and meet the agreed performance targets, establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for the delivery of property management services across the London portfolio, as well as contribute to the growth opportunities; therefore, the ability to drive is an essential part of this role. Key Responsibilities; <ul><li>To work with individuals with learning disabilities, the registered manager, social work team, families, landlords and relevant stakeholders to ensure appropriate assessment and transition of people with learning disabilities moving into supported living housing.</li><li>To provide support and advice on housing options, rights and entitlements on all social welfare topics, to help secure safe and sustainable accommodation for adults with learning disabilities and autism.</li><li>To be responsible for all London housing projects, ensuring that all requirements as advised by the Operations Team are met and follow through to completion in a timely manner. </li><li>Building and maintaining a high profile for the organisation with key partners, both voluntary and statutory, through networking and regular liaison. Identifying 'best practice' and relevant legislation in the sector and promoting an environment of continuous improvement within the service.</li><li>To support the work stream outcome targets, ensuring quality assessments are consistently maintained to the highest level; for example, key performance indicators (e.g. voids, arrears and quality standards) are met.</li><li>To be responsible for London housing complaints resolution where appropriate, with the assistance of the Head of Housing &amp; Facilities Management when required. </li></ul>About You; <ul><li>Experience of working within a supported and/or social housing setting in an assets-based way </li><li>Good knowledge and understanding of housing options, welfare entitlements, and legal rights Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures</li><li>Experience of small-scale project management</li><li>Full UK Driving license and ability to travel to other sites as required </li><li>Ability to plan and prioritise a busy workload and work independently. </li><li>Ability to be able to prioritise activity to ensure effective management. </li><li>Ability to work across services and recognise conflicting priorities.</li></ul>What we offer; <ul><li>21 days holiday which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays and Major Jewish holidays, (increases with length of service),</li><li>Pension scheme - (NatWest Cushion),</li><li>Blue light card - access to more than 15,000 discounts from large national &amp; local retailers, </li><li>Eyecare benefits - via Vision Express,</li><li>Long service recognition and reward &amp; employer referral bonus, </li><li>Season ticket loan and Bike2Work scheme, </li><li>Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues,</li><li>Development and career progression opportunities. </li></ul>How to apply; Please apply with your CV and short cover letter detailing your relevant experience by Closing date; Friday 13th 2025 Please Note: We reserve the right depending on the number of applications received, to shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Description #internal Please note this vacancy is only available for Birmingham City Council employees that are under a S188 (Priority Movers and Lateral Movers). Please note this vacancy is only available to Birmingham City Council employees. Permanent 36.5 hour per week Grade 4 - £33,366 - £40,476 - Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review We are a Living Wage Employer, and all our roles will be paid as such where the pay scales are below the Living Wage rate. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Housing Management team, supporting our council tenants and overseeing the management of our 59,000 council properties. City Housing is embarking on a transformation journey to improve the services provided to residents, the Housing Officer role is key to developing that relationship with our residents to ensure they feel safe and supported within their homes. As a front facing customer role, you will be the main contact for our tenants and will deal with a wide range of issues to enable residents to sustain their tenancies. You will be responsible for conducting tenancy visits, dealing with anti social behaviour, resident engagement and addressing ongoing tenancy issues. This role is very much about working with our residents, the community, and partners within your designated locality to deliver an excellent Housing Management service. You will be expected to work face to face with customers and provide a visible presence within your area. If you are someone who places the customer at the heart of what you do we would love to hear from you. 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. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.: . For any informal enquires please contact: Rachael Goodman - <a href="mailto:Rachael.Goodman@birrmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rachael.Goodman@birrmingham.gov.uk</a> 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 2388 Housing Officer JDPS.doc 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 Lateral Move

A Housing Officer is a key role within Stef &amp; Philips, supporting our tenants from their initial check-in to the point that they move on from our accommodation. You'll also oversee the condition of our properties, working with colleagues to deal with maintenance issues. Our housing officers impact the lives of our tenants and provide expert advice and guidance on accessing broader support from local authorities and agencies such as social services and benefit providers. It's a very rewarding role in an organisation where your efforts will be recognised and valued. Main Duties &amp; Responsibilities <ul><li>To provide basic maintenance services and adjustments when needed</li><li>Provide basic cleaning in properties</li><li>Conduct regular tenant visits, updating company systems including Salesforce, in line with Stef &amp; Philips procedures, including: <ol><li>Scheduled periodic inspection visits</li><li>Maintenance visits, reporting issues in line with Stef &amp; Philips procedures to enable prompt resolution, and checking and recording details of repair work carried out by third party contractors</li><li>Dealing with complaints, and following up to ensure that they have been addressed appropriately</li><li>Health and Safety inspections</li></ol></li><li>Support departments with check in and check out inspections</li><li>Reporting any anti-social behaviour, investigating the cause, and liaising with third party agents if required</li><li>Liaising with the Utility department and obtaining meter reads</li><li>Assessing service user's suitability for properties</li><li>Carrying out customer satisfaction surveys</li><li>Liaising with partners in supporting tenants throughout their tenancy (occupational therapist/ hospitals/ case workers/ social worker/ local police/ neighbourhood watch/ local authorities etc)</li><li>Maintain a safe working environment</li><li>Report all incidents or potential hazards</li><li>When lone working, adhere to the Service Level Guidelines at all times, ensuring any concerns are raised as appropriate</li><li>Maintain good working knowledge of company policies, and ensure they are followed at all times</li><li>Participate in development reviews</li><li>On occasion you will be required to complete ad hoc tasks as authorised by your line manager or leadership team.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Knowledge <ul><li>An ability to demonstrate the core values of Stef &amp; Philips</li><li>Knowledge and practice in housing and tenancy management support</li><li>Knowledge of the housing benefits system and welfare reform in a supported housing environment</li><li>Experience working with vulnerable people with support, care needs and homelessness</li><li>Computer literate</li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft office packages, particularly Word and Excel</li><li>Good interpersonal skills</li><li>Good communication skills (written and verbal)</li><li>Ability to prioritise and manage own workload, time and travel</li><li>Excellent organisational skills</li><li>Accurate recording skills</li><li>Good problem solving skills</li><li>Experience in managing maintenance issues and scheduling</li><li>Flexible, approachable, positive and enthusiastic</li><li>Full clean driving licence</li></ul>Benefits <ul><li>Company car provided with mileage and fuel covered</li><li>23 days leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Additional holiday days for long service - up to 28 days</li><li>Celebration of tenure <ol><li>3 years £500</li><li>5 years £1000</li><li>10 years £5000</li></ol></li><li>Private health insurance with Vitality</li><li>Birthday off</li><li>One well-being day off per year</li><li>Maternity/Paternity Pay</li><li>Pension schemes increase - after 2 years.</li><li>£500 referral scheme for staff who refer a new employee, paid upon passing probation.</li><li>Company payday lunch</li></ul>

Housing Officer - West London Patch

Job Description #internal Please note this vacancy is only available for Birmingham City Council employees that are under a S188 (Priority Movers and Lateral Movers). Housing Officer - Lateral Move Permanent Grade 4 - £32,076 - £39,186 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.5 hours per week This is an opportunity to join Birmingham City Council's Housing Management Service and provide a real difference for the tenants of this city. This is a vital role ensuring the environmental cleanliness, maintenance and appearance of our neighbourhoods, estates, communal sites, blocks and associated assets. Managing staff and resources and working with partners, tenants and citizens to positively affect the local environment, to both internal and external areas. Managing the associated health and safety of staff, assets and service delivery ensuring that required procedures are in place and followed accordingly. The role will report to a Housing Manager and will work as part of a team. 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. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact: Peter.Barratt via email <a href="mailto:peter.barratt@birmingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">peter.barratt@birmingham.gov.uk</a> We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be undertaken 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. Job Description and Person Specification: TH0046BX Housing Officer GR4 JDPS.doc 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).

31 Housing officer Jobs in England