Housing Officer - Temp Accomodation

Manpower (United Kingdom); Fareham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower (United Kingdom) is seeking an experienced Housing Officer to join the Local Authority housing team in Fareham on a temporary 6-month contract. You will manage a caseload in temporary accommodation, supporting residents to sustain tenancies and work with partner agencies to improve neighbourhoods.

You will handle rent arrears, anti-social behaviour cases, and conduct welfare checks and property inspections.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing, tenancy management or homelessness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases in temporary accommodation.
• Support tenants to sustain tenancies.
• Investigate rent arrears and ASB.
• Represent the organisation in court where required.
• Conduct tenancy visits and welfare checks.

Skills

Housing experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Job description

Housing Officer (Temporary Accommodation) - Local Authority Housing Role

£19.20 per hour - Temporary Contract - 6 months

Are you an experienced Housing Officer looking for your next opportunity? We're recruiting for a dedicated professional to join a busy housing team, supporting residents living in temporary accommodation and helping to create safe, sustainable communities.

The Role

As a Housing Officer, you will manage a caseload of complex housing matters, providing support, tenancy management, and practical solutions to help residents maintain successful tenancies. You'll work closely with customers, colleagues, and external agencies to deliver an outstanding housing service.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing housing cases within temporary accommodation.
• Supporting tenants to sustain successful tenancies and resolve housing-related issues.
• Investigating and managing rent arrears, nuisance complaints, and anti-social behaviour cases.
• Taking enforcement action where required and representing the organisation in court proceedings.
• Conducting tenancy visits, property inspections, viewings, and welfare checks.
• Reporting repairs, maintenance issues, and health & safety concerns.
• Working alongside partner agencies to support vulnerable residents and improve neighbourhoods.
• Helping maintain clean, safe, and welcoming communities.

About You

• ? Experience within housing, tenancy management, homelessness, or a related housing environment.
• ? Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• ? The ability to build positive relationships with residents and stakeholders.
• ? Experience dealing with challenging or sensitive situations in a professional and non-judgemental manner.
• ? Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities.
• ? The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• ? A full driving licence or the ability to travel throughout the local area.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive rate of £19.20 per hour
• Opportunity to make a real difference within the community
• Varied and rewarding caseload
• Supportive team environment
• Immediate start available for the right candidate

If you're passionate about housing, supporting communities, and helping residents achieve positive outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.