HEART Technical Caseworker (Level 2)

WMJobs; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a local council as a HEART Technical Caseworker (Level 2) in Nuneaton, where you'll conduct inspections and design improvement schemes. This role offers training, flexible working, and various benefits, contributing to community service while ensuring housing quality and safety.

Benefits

Flexible working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Qualifications

• Willingness to obtain a Certificate in Housing Health and Safety Rating.
• Experience in housing inspections and surveys.
• Ability to read and prepare technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex inspections of dwellings.
• Design schemes of improvement, repair, and adaptation.
• Provide technical advice to team members.

Skills

Communication

Numerical skills

Risk identification

Education

BTEC HNC Level 4 Building

Job description

Join to apply for the HEART Technical Caseworker (Level 2) role at WMJobs.

Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council is a small Council with big values. We are committed to delivering high-quality services and prioritizing our customers. By working with us, you become part of the team serving our community.

Position: Heart Technical Case Worker Level 2

This role offers training and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, a car parking permit, and payment of a professional fee after a successful probation period.

The HEART Technical Officer is responsible for inspecting properties in response to service requests related to Housing Renewal and Financial Assistance Policies, designing schemes of improvement, repair, and adaptation tailored to individual needs. The Level 2 role involves assisting with inspections and work related to schemes of adaptation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct complex inspections of dwellings.
2. Design schemes of improvement, repair, and adaptation.
3. Provide technical advice to team members.
4. Collaborate with architects, occupational therapists, and other professionals to develop work schedules.
5. Assist clients with arrangements for completing works.
6. Coordinate with contractors to deliver adaptation schemes.

Training and Development:

• Assist in property inspections and provide housing advice based on legislation.
• Implement adaptation schemes tailored to client needs.
• Develop skills to produce work schedules, drawings, and specifications.
• Help clients arrange for works and assess their financial contribution.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BTEC HNC Level 4 Building or equivalent qualification.
• Willingness to obtain a Certificate in Housing Health and Safety Rating.
• Experience in housing inspections and surveys.
• Ability to identify risks and protect health and wellbeing.
• Ability to read and prepare technical drawings.
• Excellent communication and numerical skills.
• Valid driving license and access to transport.

Contact:

For informal discussions, contact Joan Gledhill at [e-mail].

Benefits:

Flexible working, Local Government Pension Scheme, holiday allowance, childcare vouchers, and more. All applications must be submitted via the online form; CVs are not accepted unless part of the application.