Housing Plus Officer

Karbon Homes; North East; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing organization is seeking a Housing Plus Officer to manage the needs of residents at Dewley House, Throckley. The role involves promoting independence and improving wellbeing within the community. Ideal candidates will have housing management experience and strong problem-solving skills. Competitive salary and benefits, with a fixed-term contract for 6-8 months.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Occupational pension

Health cash plan

Qualification funding opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in supported housing or similar environment.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders.
• Comfortable working alone or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Meet the needs and aspirations of residents.
• Deliver services based on customer needs and housing policy.
• Accountable for the efficient running of the building.

Skills

Excellent listening skills

Problem-solving skills

Housing/building management skills

Job description

Overview

Come and make a difference at Karbon as a Housing Plus Officer. We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced individual for the role of Housing Plus Officer in the Supported Housing Team. Our team aims to provide specialist accommodation and tailored services to enable our customers to live independently and safely in their homes.

About the role

Working within one of our Extra Care schemes you will be meeting the needs and aspirations of residents, promoting independence, reducing social isolation, improving wellbeing, physical health and mental health. You will be delivering services in response to customer needs, housing policy and legislation. No two days are the same and you will have accountability for the efficient and safe running of the building.

About you

We seek an enthusiastic and personable individual who can inspire our customers and engage with stakeholders to help build and develop a vibrant community within an Extra Care setting. You should have excellent listening and problem-solving skills and will be accountable for delivering a high standard of supported housing services. You will be comfortable working alone or as part of a multi-disciplined team. Ideally, you will have previous experience in an environment catering to the needs of supported housing or similar and have housing/building management skills.

About our team

The successful candidate will work in our Supported Housing Services team led by Sarah Walker. If you require further information about the role, please contact Sarah on 07944213776

Key Information

It\'s important to us that everyone feels fairly rewarded for the work they do. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports the wellbeing of our people.

• Housing Plus Officer - fixed term role for 6-8 months
• Salary is 30,963 per annum
• Location: Dewley House, Throckley, NE15 9JJ
• Some occasional travel may be required in this role for colleague holiday/absence cover & meetings.
• 37 hours per week

We recognise the contribution people with criminal records can make as colleagues and we welcome all applications. A criminal record will not exclude a candidate from being appointed because of offences that are irrelevant to, and do not place them at, or make them a risk in the role they\'re applying for.

The role you\'re applying for is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (ROA). The successful candidate(s) must submit an enhanced disclosure and barring check application during pre-employment checks.

Benefits

Enjoy great benefits. We provide a generous benefits package including 26 days annual leave on commencement rising to 31 days after 3 years\' service, birthday leave, occupational pension and a health cash plan, with the option of a flexible pot towards enhanced benefits. We also provide our colleagues with the opportunity to apply for qualification funding on a range of courses, conferences, and other learning events.

If this sounds like the role for you then please apply through the Karbon Homes website: https://www.karbonhomes.co.uk/careers/

Important dates

Closing date for applications

Tuesday 30 September 2025

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.

Interview date

TBC

Equality & Diversity

We are committed to equality and diversity and are an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability/non-disability, ethnicities, genders, religions, sexualities, transgender status, and cultural backgrounds. Any candidate with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview.

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