Assistant Housing Officer
AsstHousingOff
Posted: 25/04/2024
- £14.50 - 17.00 per hour
- Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
- Temporary
Spencer Clarke Group are looking for a Assistant Housing Officer to work with our public sector client in Cambridge!
Contract – 3 - 6 months initial contract with the view to being extended to an ongoing basis
Salary - £14.50 – 18.00 per hour – negotiable dependent on experience
About the role:
- Efficiently coordinate the letting of void properties to meet annual performance targets. Liaise with contractors to ensure properties meet void specifications and assist new tenants with the tenancy sign-up process, including Housing Benefit applications.
- Manage individual tenancies within a designated neighbourhood, ensuring compliance with legal obligations and corporate policies while providing effective housing management services.
- Interview tenants to address complex housing management issues, collaborating with internal departments and external agencies such as Safer Communities, Police, and Social Services to develop effective solutions.
- Process garage applications promptly and minimise void timescales through efficient letting.
About You:
- Previous experience in housing, tenancy and estate management or related field.
- Knowledge of relevant housing legislation, policies, and procedures.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle complex situations sensitively.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
About us:
- We offer a £250 referral bonus – so please pass on any details to someone who you think may be interested!
- We supply to hundreds of councils across the UK!
- Nationwide Supplier to the NHS!
If you are interested in this role, please contact Jenna @ Spencer Clarke Group – 0203 039 3555
Jenna McFarlane
Senior Consultant