Private Sector Housing Officer - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Are you passionate about helping residents access safe, secure homes? Do you thrive in a role where every day brings the opportunity to make a genuine difference? We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a proactive and customer-focused Private Sector Housing Officer to support households in housing need by increasing access to private rented accommodation and helping prevent homelessness across the district.

This post will play a key role in supporting the Council in preparation for and in response to changes arising from the Renters Reform Act, including increased engagement with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies, and supporting the Council’s approach to enforcement activity where required.

• Supporting households to access and sustain suitable private rented accommodation
• Working closely with landlords, letting agents, and partner agencies
• Contributing to homelessness prevention and the delivery of the Council’s housing objectives
• Supporting service readiness for legislative change within the private rented sector, including assisting with enforcement activity and attendance at court as required

• Experience in housing options, housing advice and casework within a local authority or Registered Provider setting
• Strong partnership‑working skills, including engagement with external agencies
• Ability to manage complex cases and work confidently in multi‑agency environments
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer‑facing skills
• Good understanding of housing need, homelessness prevention and the private rented sector
• Strong organisational and IT skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records and produce clear written correspondence
• A creative, pragmatic problem‑solver who can work flexibly and champion service improvement

When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority. We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference. We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop. We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking. In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.

At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services. We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act. Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.