Social Lettings Officer - Ex Offender Specialist (Hybrid)

ESPO Trading Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Nottingham City Council is seeking a Social Lettings Officer Ex Offender Specialist to improve access to private sector housing and help prevent homelessness. This two-day per week post is hybrid, with regular office attendance at Loxley House, Nottingham.

You will work with partners to develop strategies, assess properties for suitability, and support individuals facing housing challenges toward safe, sustainable accommodation. A DBS enhanced check is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Good operational knowledge of housing legislation in both the public and private sectors.
• Ability to visit and assess the property for design, space, and location for suitability.
• Experienced in working with individuals who are Ex Offenders and have a good understanding of the complexity of need faced by this cohort.
• Ability to visit and inspect properties to identify issues relating to hazards, safety standards and disrepair, making recommendations for remedial action to be taken.

Responsibilities

• Enhance accessibility to private sector housing options and play a pivotal role in preventing homelessness.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve housing options and ensure access to safe, sustainable accommodation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support individuals and families facing housing challenges.

Skills

Housing legislation

Property assessment

Ex Offender experience

Safety standards

Customer service

Job description

Nottingham City Council is seeking a Social Lettings Officer Ex Offender Specialist to improve access to private sector housing and help prevent homelessness. This two-day per week post is hybrid, with regular office attendance at Loxley House, Nottingham.

You will work with partners to develop strategies, assess properties for suitability, and support individuals facing housing challenges toward safe, sustainable accommodation. A DBS enhanced check is required for this role.