Senior Temporary Accommodation Officer
Slough
3 months temp ongoing
37 hours per week
Are you experienced in providing support to individuals and families within temporary accommodation? We’re seeking a Senior Temporary Accommodation Officer to join a team based in Slough to manage properties and provide essential housing support in line with the Homeless Reduction Act 2017.
THE ROLE
This vital role involves managing temporary accommodation properties for homeless households and providing support to tenants. Key responsibilities include:
Managing void properties, lettings, tenancy management, and rent arrears.
Coordinating with various teams such as Housing Needs and Social Lettings Agency.
Ensuring properties meet safety regulations (gas, electricity, health).
Liaising with landlords and contractors to maintain properties.
Monitoring tenancy agreements and addressing breaches.
Supporting vulnerable tenants, working with external agencies for their care.
Maintaining detailed records and reports on arrears and voids.
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role within the housing or temporary accommodation sector. You should have:
Strong knowledge of the Homeless Reduction Act 2017.
Experience managing temporary accommodation properties.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to liaise with landlords, tenants, and external agencies.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage caseloads effectively.
THE CONTRACT
3 months, potential temp to perm
Hybrid working (2 days a week from home, more office-based during training).
The pay range for the role is £23.00 to £24.00 per hour LTD company rate. The PAYE equivalent is £19.61 to £20.46 per hour, inclusive of holiday.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed)
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate
