Temporary Accommodation Housing Officer

South Norfolk and Broadland Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils is seeking a full-time Temporary Accommodation Housing Officer to support residents in temporary accommodation and those at risk of tenancy loss. You will manage a caseload, work with households to sustain tenancies, and ensure adherence to licence conditions and charges.

The role requires good decision-making, risk awareness, knowledge of housing legislation, and the ability to work with multiple teams and external partners.

Job description

Location

Horizon Business Centre, Broadland Business Park, Peachman Way, Norwich, NR7 0WF

Application Deadline

Sunday, October 25, 2026

Salary Band

Band C £29,352 - £32,904

Hours

37

Contract Type

Permanent - Full Time

Job Summary

Our dedicated Housing Team have a strong track record of helping customers and partners prevent homelessness across our districts, and we are now looking for a full time Temporary Accommodation Housing Officer to make a real difference.

In this role you will provide provide tailored support to individuals and families in temporary accommodation (TA) or at risk of losing their tenancies. The postholder will hold a caseload and work with those households in order to support them sustain their tenancy and obtain suitable positive solutions to their homelessness.

This role requires strong decision-making, risk awareness, and a solid understanding of housing legislation and tenancies in order to support vulnerable households whilst also protecting revenue streams.

You will ensure that residents fully understand their responsibilities to adhere to their licence conditions, pay their accommodation charges and the consequences of non-payment and non-compliance.

The work undertaken by the postholder directly influences and impacts the effectiveness and workload of multiple teams to include Housing Management, Income Officers, Move On Officers, Benefits, Revenues, Early Help, Finance, Legal Services, Safeguarding, Customers Services and many external support agencies.

This role operates in demanding and sometimes challenging conditions, including regular visits to TA properties which demand adherence to lone working protocols. It requires working to tight deadlines with high workloads and can be emotionally challenging particularly when working with complex and vulnerable residents and requires resilience and self-awareness from the post holder.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive and well-organised individual who can build effective relationships with residents, colleagues and stakeholders and who is confident working in partnership with a range of stakeholders. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role that requires flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to navigate complex situations while delivering effective solutions.

Interview Date

05/11/2026

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

To hear why our employees think that working for us is so special, please visit our website

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Sharon Duffield - Housing Accommodation Manager

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