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Housing Officer / Housing Solutions Officer

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Sheffield, South Yorkshire S5 8DP

Salary

£14.79 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Housing Solutions Officer position offers an annual salary of £14.79 per hour.
  • This role is located in Sheffield and involves a hybrid work model with 2-3 days in the office and 2-3 days at home.
  • Candidates should have experience in housing, homelessness services, or working with vulnerable individuals.
  • Key responsibilities include recruiting landlords, managing customer interactions, and liaising with private landlords and estate agents.
  • Applicants are encouraged to submit their CV and cover letter detailing their relevant experience for this impactful community role.

Housing Solutions Officer / Housing Officer

  • Annual Salary: £14.79 per hour
  • Location: Sheffield (S1 postcode)
  • Job Type: Hybrid (2-3 days in office, 2-3 days at home, plus some site visits)
  • Hours: 37 hours per week

Join the Private Rented Solutions team at a local council in Sheffield, where you will play a crucial role in rehousing individuals into private rented accommodation. This position is ideal for someone with experience in housing, homelessness, or working with vulnerable people.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Assist in the recruitment of landlords to expand the available housing options.
  • Manage interactions with customers, including property viewings and signing up for properties.
  • Liaise with private landlords and some estate agents to secure housing solutions.
  • Conduct ongoing housing management tasks with current council tenants.
  • Ensure all activities are carried out with high communication standards and professionalism.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Strong communication skills are essential.
  • Experience in housing, homelessness services, or working with vulnerable groups is highly desirable.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience dealing with private landlords and estate agents is advantageous.
Benefits:
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangement allowing a balance of office and home-based work.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact in the community by assisting individuals in need of housing.
  • Competitive hourly wage.

To apply for this Housing Solutions Officer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.