At a Glance
- Tasks: Investigate housing complaints and enforce standards to improve living conditions.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing private sector housing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a varied caseload and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives by improving housing standards.
- Qualifications: Experience in private sector housing enforcement and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are currently looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a busy Private Sector Housing team. This role will focus on improving housing standards, enforcing private sector housing legislation and delivering statutory housing functions across the private rented sector. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload covering housing conditions, HMO standards, enforcement, disabled facilities grants and housing assistance.
The Role:
- Investigating complaints relating to private sector housing conditions and housing standards.
- Carrying out inspections under the Housing Act 2004 and Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
- Using statutory enforcement powers to improve housing conditions in line with council policy.
- Investigating illegal eviction, harassment and other private sector housing matters.
- Delivering Housing Assistance programmes, including Disabled Facilities Grants and discretionary assistance schemes.
- Providing technical advice to residents, landlords, letting agents and other stakeholders.
- Managing a varied caseload across all areas of Private Sector Housing.
- Maintaining accurate case records and housing management systems.
- Supporting homelessness prevention through liaison with relevant parties.
Private Sector Housing Officer in Bedford employer: Carrington West
Join a dynamic and supportive team as a Private Sector Housing Officer, where your expertise will directly contribute to enhancing housing standards and ensuring compliance with legislation. Our organisation prioritises employee development, offering continuous training and growth opportunities in a collaborative work culture that values innovation and community impact. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a fulfilling work environment that encourages meaningful contributions to the local community while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
