Housing Solutions Lead - Private Sector & Temporary Homes

Colchester City Council; Colchester; Híbrido; GBP 30.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

LGPS pension

Training & progression

Annual leave 23 days

Extra 5 days after 5 years

Employee assistance programme

Smartphone & laptop

Gym discount

Volunteering day

Free flu jab

Descripción de la vacante

Colchester Borough Homes is seeking an Accommodation Officer in Colchester. This hybrid, 1-day remote role is a 12-month fixed-term contract, 37 hours per week, with scope to advance based on experience.

You will lead on private sector housing projects, conduct safety inspections, and negotiate with landlords to source homes for clients. The role emphasizes excellent communication, proactive support, and collaboration with partner agencies to deliver positive outcomes for residents in temporary

Formación

• Experience in customer engagement and support delivery is desirable.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills are essential.
• Ability to assess needs and sign-post appropriate support.

Responsabilidades

• You will monitor rent accounts, maintain licences/tenancies, and provide tenancy advice.
• You will liaise with private sector landlords and letting agents to source housing and build partner relationships.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Negotiation

Liaison with landlords

Descripción del empleo

Colchester Borough Homes is seeking an Accommodation Officer in Colchester. This hybrid, 1-day remote role is a 12-month fixed-term contract, 37 hours per week, with scope to advance based on experience.

You will lead on private sector housing projects, conduct safety inspections, and negotiate with landlords to source homes for clients. The role emphasizes excellent communication, proactive support, and collaboration with partner agencies to deliver positive outcomes for residents in temporary