At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals facing housing difficulties and provide excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Enjoy 32 days annual leave, health schemes, and team outings.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on people's lives every day in a rewarding role.
- Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Office and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 21578 - 29033 £ per year.
Part Time – 27.5 hours per week
Temporary FTC until 29.10.2027
Closing Date: Tuesday 18th August @ 9am
Interview Dates: 31 August 2026 – in person
Are you passionate about helping people and making a difference in your local community? We are looking for a compassionate, organised and customer-focused Housing Options Assistant to join our Housing Options and Homelessness Team. This is an opportunity to become part of a vital frontline service that supports individuals and families facing housing difficulties, including those at risk of homelessness.
About the Role
As a Housing Options Assistant, you will provide administrative and customer service support within a busy and rewarding environment. You will be one of the first points of contact for customers, offering a welcoming, professional and empathetic service while helping people access the support they need. The role involves:
- Assisting with homelessness prevention services
- Supporting the administration of temporary accommodation
- Booking appointments
- Responding to customer enquiries
- Helping visitors navigate online applications and services
This is a varied role that requires strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure. You will work closely with Housing Officers and the wider Housing Options Team, providing timely and accurate information, supporting day-to-day operations and, where required, accompanying officers on visits to assist with crisis duties.
About You
We are looking for someone who has previous experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook, together with strong administration and communication skills. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines and maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Experience of working with vulnerable individuals or customer groups would be advantageous, although we are equally interested in candidates who demonstrate empathy, resilience and a genuine commitment to supporting others. The successful candidate will be friendly, adaptable and proactive, with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to deliver excellent customer service. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to people's lives every day, we would love to hear from you.
What we can offer in return:
- 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Holiday purchase scheme – buy up to an additional 5 days holiday per year
- Holiday buy back scheme – bdht will buy up to 10 days holiday back from staff
- Team budget every year to enjoy an afternoon out as a team
- Electric vehicle leasing scheme through Octopus Energy
- Pension scheme – defined contributions pension administered by the Social Housing Pension Scheme (SHPS)
- Life insurance is available to members of the pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Healthcare Cash Back Scheme – Healthshield
- Retail discounts scheme
- Long Service Awards (given at 1 year, 5 years and in increments of 5 years following this)
- Reimbursement for professional subscription fees
- Corporate Sponsorship opportunities
- Reimbursement for HRT pre-paid certificates
- Reimbursement for annual flu jab
- Free parking and refreshments
- Monthly staff compliments raffle
- Wellbeing calendar of events throughout the year
Bdht reserves the right to close vacancies before the stated closing date where the volume of applications is extremely high.
Housing Options Assistant employer: Iris Recruitment
Friends of the Elderly is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can truly make a difference in the lives of older people. Located in the vibrant community of Calcot, our care home provides not only competitive pay and generous benefits but also ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises compassion and quality care, while enjoying a range of perks including wellbeing support, learning opportunities, and a strong sense of community.
