At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct property inspections and ensure compliance in the private rented sector.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in Hackney focused on improving living conditions.
- Benefits: Competitive pay rates and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for immediate impact and career growth in local authority housing.
- Why this job: Help vulnerable residents and enhance community living standards.
- Qualifications: Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent, with HHSRS certification.
Location: Hackney, London E8
Contract Duration: 3 Months
Interview Date: Interviews taking place after 12th October
Pay Rates: PAYE: £23.94 - £26.19 per hour; Umbrella: £32.26 - £35.29 per hour
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join the Neighbourhoods & Housing team in Hackney. This role plays a key part in improving living conditions and management standards across the private rented sector, ensuring safety, compliance, and support for vulnerable residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspections & HHSRS: Conduct property inspections under Part 1 of the Housing Act 2004 (Housing Health and Safety Rating System) and the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
- Property Licensing: Assess applications for property licences (including HMOs), investigate licensing status, and monitor compliance with conditions.
- Enforcement: Issue notices, orders, Simple Cautions, and Financial Penalty Notices. Prepare prosecution cases under PACE/RIPA guidelines and attend court or First-tier Tribunals when necessary.
- Grants Delivery: Assess and process Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs) and Minor Adaptations to support independent living.
Candidate Requirements
- Qualifications: Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health (or equivalent housing-related qualification). Certified HHSRS assessor.
- Experience: Proven track record in local authority private sector housing inspections, enforcement, and/or grant administration. Experience handling HMO licensing and complex casework.
- Legal Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of the Housing Act 2004, PACE, RIPA, and statutory enforcement procedures.
- Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, proficient with property databases, and a proactive, collaborative approach.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are ready to make an immediate impact, submit your CV. Interviews will be scheduled shortly after 12th October. Please note due to the high number of applications only successful candidates will be contacted.
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