Neighbourhood Housing Officer

Service Care Solutions - Housing; Swanley; On-site; GBP 39,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Housing Association in the Swanley area seeks an Older Persons Neighbourhood Housing Officer to manage tenancies and provide essential support to residents. This part-time role focuses on helping older individuals maintain their tenancies and live independently in well-managed homes. Strong communication and housing management experience are essential. The position offers a salary of £38,037 FTE with a commitment to promoting community wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing tenancies or housing support.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with residents and agencies.
• Ability to address safeguarding and tenancy issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage tenancies within older persons accommodation.
• Conduct estate inspections and fire safety checks.
• Liaise with external agencies to support residents.

Skills

Housing management

Communication

Community engagement

Education

Relevant experience in housing or community services

Job description

Neighbourhood Housing Officer Swanley, Kent Permanent Part time – 15 hours £38,037 FTE Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Older Persons Neighbourhood Housing Officer to join a leading Housing Association in West Kent , supporting residents in and around the Swanley area to sustain their tenancies and live independently in safe, well-managed homes. THE ROLE As an Older Persons Neighbourhood Housing Officer, you will manage tenancies across approximately 290 properties, ensuring residents receive excellent housing management support that enables them to live independently for as long as possible. Key Responsibilities :

• Manage tenancies within older persons accommodation, providing tailored housing management and support.
• Work closely with residents to help them understand and fulfil their tenancy responsibilities.
• Build and maintain safe, sustainable communities by addressing ASB, safeguarding, and tenancy breaches.
• Support residents to access adaptations, transfers, or other housing options as needed.
• Conduct estate inspections, fire safety checks, and ensure compliance with statutory landlord obligations.
• Liaise with external agencies to support residents with complex needs and vulnerabilities.

Promote tenancy sustainment...