Application deadline
Applications must be received by 20 July 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Job Details
Location: Brandon Gate, Hamilton
Hours: 14 hours per week, fixed term until 31 March 2027
Work Pattern: to be discussed at interview
Salary: £13,387 – £13,759 per year
Responsibilities
- Deliver a wide range of housing services to customers, including homelessness, allocations, estate management, rent recovery and dealing with anti‑social behaviour.
- Handle a reactive caseload, manage and prioritise workload effectively.
- Respond and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a quality service.
- Communicate and liaise effectively with a variety of agencies.
Qualifications
- Experience working within a housing‑related environment.
- Knowledge of current issues and legislation in relation to homelessness, allocations, estate management, rent recovery and anti‑social behaviour.
- Excellent IT skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of agencies.
Benefits
- Enrolment in an award‑winning local government pension scheme.
- Option to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
- Up to 33 days annual leave.
- Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days).
- Occupational sick pay.
- Family‑friendly policies – flexible working, leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
- Employee discounts, including cinema discounts.
- Cycle to Work Scheme, physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program.
Equal Opportunities & Inclusion
South Lanarkshire Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under‑represented groups within our workforce. Applicants who are disabled, care experienced, from a Black, Asian or minority ethnic background, military service background or are new Scots are specifically encouraged to apply. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet essential criteria. The Council is committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, guaranteeing an interview if they meet essential criteria.
Legal and Disclosure Information
This post is excepted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Scotland Act 2020. It is also a Regulated Role with Adults and requires a Disclosure Scotland Act 2020 check. Applicants born outside the UK or who have lived abroad must provide an overseas criminal records check translated into English. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before a formal offer of employment. For further information about the disclosure process and best practice, please refer to http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.
H&T 5035 - G2 Housing Officer (HAAS) (604371) in Hamilton employer: CIH International Housing Group
Porchlight is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals in North Kent. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, we offer generous annual leave, a supportive pension scheme, and access to mental health resources, all within a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Our focus on professional development ensures that our staff have ample opportunities for growth while working in a hands-on role that truly makes a difference in the community.
Contact Details:
CIH International Housing Group Recruitment Team
