We are looking for an applicant to take up this exciting opportunity within our friendly housing services team.
Overall Purpose of Role
To prevent homelessness where possible through comprehensive advice and assistance covering the full range of housing options offered by the Council and other agencies and to enable customers to find solutions to their housing issues.
To act as first point of contact for the Housing Services Team in order to prevent homelessness and ensure that the Housing Register meets the housing needs of our customers.
To manage the Councils Choice Based Lettings System.
Housing Assessment Officer
Company: Blaby District Council
Salary: £30,023 to £33,673 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Leicester, LE19 2EP
Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type: Temporary
Posting date: 9 Oct 2026
Closing date: 30 Oct 2026
Essential requirements
Knowledge of private rented sector housing and legislationKnowledge of the Housing Act Part VI and Part VII and associated legislationKnowledge of customer care and how it applies in a Housing environmentPrevious housing experience – 1 yearExperience of dealing with people in Housing NeedPrevious experience of working with vulnerable people
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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Housing Assessment Officer employer: Blaby District Council
Blaby District Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture where teamwork and community service are at the forefront. Employees benefit from comprehensive training, flexible working hours, and a secure Local Government Pension scheme, making it a rewarding place to grow professionally while contributing to the cleanliness and well-being of the local area.
