At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to improve housing conditions and manage complex cases.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing private sector housing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on collaboration and service improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community by improving housing standards.
- Qualifications: Experience in housing enforcement and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 28 - 28 £ per hour.
Work Pattern: Hybrid – office attendance as and when required, 37 hours per week
PAYE Pay Rate: £28.00 per hour
Main Purpose of the Role
To lead and support the Private Sector Housing team in improving housing conditions across Central Bedfordshire. The role will manage staff, oversee complex cases, provide expert technical advice and ensure effective use of statutory housing powers and Housing Assistance programmes.
Typical Day
- Manage and support EHOs and Technical Officers.
- Review workloads, complex cases and enforcement actions.
- Attend property inspections and provide technical support.
- Advise officers on HMOs, housing conditions and enforcement.
- Review prosecution files, tribunal cases and financial penalty notices.
- Deal with landlords, tenants and other customers.
- Support Housing Assistance and housing improvement programmes.
- Work with colleagues and external partners to resolve complex housing issues.
- Contribute to service improvements and staff development.
Key Skills & Responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of Private Sector Housing and relevant legislation.
- Experience dealing with complex housing cases and HMOs.
- Experience of enforcement, notices, evidence and prosecution work.
- Ability to lead, manage and support staff.
- Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to make sound, evidence-based decisions.
- Good organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Customer-focused and professional approach.
Essential Qualifications & Requirements
- Relevant Environmental Health qualification or equivalent professional qualification.
- Relevant professional experience in Private Sector Housing or Environmental Health.
- Experience of housing enforcement and complex casework.
- Knowledge Enhanced DBS.
- Driving License.
OR114518 – Private Sector Housing Team Leader – Housing in Shefford employer: Carrington Blake Recruitment
Enfield Council is an excellent employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a hybrid working model, employees enjoy the flexibility of working from home while also benefiting from in-person teamwork at the office. The council provides opportunities for career advancement and development, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the public sector.
Contact Details:
Carrington Blake Recruitment Recruitment Team
