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Intensive Housing Management Worker

Service Care Solutions - Housing
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Colchester, Essex CO6 3JQ, England

Salary

£17.07 - £14.55 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Intensive Housing Management Worker position in Colchester is with a national charity focused on providing accommodation services for young people.
  • The role requires experience in housing or tenancy management, with familiarity in housing benefit processes and tenancy law.
  • The job involves supporting tenants with tenancy management, benefit claims, and collaborating with various teams to ensure property standards.
  • This is a 6-month contract, offering 35 hours per week at a pay rate of £17.07 per hour (LTD) or £14.55 per hour (PAYE).
  • Candidates are encouraged to apply via email with their CV or to refer others for a £250 bonus.

Intensive Housing Management WorkerColchesterYoung People's Service6 months35 hours£17.07 LTD / £14.55 PAYE (inc. hol)

A national charity who provide accommodation services for various support needs are recruiting in Colchester for an Intensive Housing Management Worker, where you will provide essential tenancy and support services to young people, helping them manage their accommodation and navigate housing needs.THE ROLEAs an Intensive Housing Management Worker, you will play a key role in supporting tenants in managing their tenancy, accessing benefits, and connecting with support services. Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting tenants with tenancy management, benefit claims, and referrals to relevant support services.
  • Conducting assessments of tenants, addressing risks, needs, and eligibility for services.
  • Collaborating with the Housing Management Team to issue and explain tenancy obligations during new sign-ups.
  • Coordinating with the Asset Management team on property standards, timely repairs, and safety for occupancy.
  • Ordering furniture and goods for properties as needed.
  • Maximizing rent collection and managing arrears in line with policies.
  • Building and maintaining positive relationships with the local community, landlords, and key internal teams.

THE CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate will have experience in a similar housing or tenancy management role and will demonstrate the following:

  • Familiarity with housing benefit processes and service referrals.
  • Experience in tenancy and rent management, including arrears resolution.
  • Understanding of tenancy law and housing policies.
  • Excellent communication and community-building skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly across multiple areas when needed.

THE CONTRACT

  • 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
  • 6 months, with potential for temp-to-perm transition.
  • Pay rate: £17.07 per hour (LTD) or £14.55 per hour (PAYE, inclusive of holiday).

HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to or call on to discuss the role in more detail!If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!

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