Housing Benefit Specialist — Help Families Access Support

JobsTrackR

Willenhall

Hybrid

GBP 24,000 - 32,000

Full time

3 days ago
Be an early applicant
Application generator

Stand out for this role — generate a tailored resume and cover letter in about a minute.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

JobsTrackR is seeking a Benefits Assessor to process Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit/Reduction claims, ensuring accuracy and strong customer service. You will assess a wide range of applications, handle overpayments, keep records up to date, and support colleagues through mentoring and QA activities.

Full-time on a temporary basis, with emphasis on attention to detail and knowledge of benefits processes. Equal opportunity employer; pre-employment checks may apply.

Qualifications

  • Experience assessing HB and CTR claims essential.
  • Strong knowledge of benefits legislation and verification processes.
  • Excellent attention to detail and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assess HB and CTR claims accurately and efficiently.
  • Manage overpayments and maintain accurate records.
  • Provide advice to customers and mentor/quality assure colleagues.

Skills

Benefits administration
Customer service
Attention to detail

Tools

Academy software

Job description

JobsTrackR is seeking a Benefits Assessor to process Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit/Reduction claims, ensuring accuracy and strong customer service. You will assess a wide range of applications, handle overpayments, keep records up to date, and support colleagues through mentoring and QA activities.

Full-time on a temporary basis, with emphasis on attention to detail and knowledge of benefits processes. Equal opportunity employer; pre-employment checks may apply.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Housing Benefit Assessor - REMOTE WORKING
Housing Benefit Assessor - REMOTE WORKING

JobsTrackR • Willenhall

Hybrid
GBP 24,000 - 32,000
Benefit Claims Advisor - Hybrid (Housing & Council Tax)
Benefit Claims Advisor - Hybrid (Housing & Council Tax)

Adur & Worthing Councils • Worthing

Hybrid
GBP 29,000 - 31,000
Generous leave
Occupational Health
EAP
+1
Benefits Overpayments Specialist
Benefits Overpayments Specialist

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs) • Cannock Chase

On-site
GBP 25,000 - 29,000
Flexitime
Flexible working
LGPS
+5
Revenues & Benefits Case Specialist - 12m FTC
Revenues & Benefits Case Specialist - 12m FTC

NECSWS • Tees Valley

On-site
GBP 24,000 - 32,000
Private Medical Cover
25 days paid holiday
Life assurance 4 x basic salary
+4
Benefits Assessor (Benefit Overpayments and Specialist Assessment Team)
Benefits Assessor (Benefit Overpayments and Specialist Assessment Team)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs) • Cannock Chase

On-site
GBP 25,000 - 29,000
Flexitime
Flexible working
LGPS
+5
Housing Benefit & Universal Credit Support Officer
Housing Benefit & Universal Credit Support Officer

Elite People Ltd • Birmingham

On-site
GBP 27,000 - 33,000
Housing Benefit Assessor & Claims Advisor
Housing Benefit Assessor & Claims Advisor

Employers for Disability NI • United Kingdom

On-site
GBP 26,000 - 27,000
Housing Benefit Subsidy Specialist | 6‑Month Contract | Hybrid
Housing Benefit Subsidy Specialist | 6‑Month Contract | Hybrid

Civic Recruitment Limited • Farndon

Hybrid
GBP 28,000 - 38,000
Bi-weekly pay
Hybrid working
Opportunity to contribute to a high‑pe
Housing Benefit Reconciliation Specialist
Housing Benefit Reconciliation Specialist

Bridge-IT Housing • Leeds

On-site
GBP 27,000 - 32,000
30 Days annual leave
Company events (Summer & Christmas)
Staff incentives
+4
HB Assessment Officer NIHE
HB Assessment Officer NIHE

Employers for Disability NI • United Kingdom

Remote
GBP 26,000 - 27,000