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.
- 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.
- 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