At a Glance
- Tasks: Process housing applications and manage property allocations with 11 Housing Associations.
- Company: Join a supportive council team dedicated to social housing in RCT.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives by helping them find homes.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for customer service.
The predicted salary is between 31022 - 31022 £ per year.
An opportunity has arisen for a full‑time Homefinder Officer, currently based in Ty Sardis, Pontypridd. This is a full‑time role working 37 hours per week. Salary: Grade 7, £31,022 per annum.
Homefinder is a busy service working in partnership with 11 different Housing Associations and providing social housing in RCT. As a Homefinder Officer you will process applications for housing in accordance with the current Allocation Scheme and work with the Housing Associations to help let their properties via the HomefinderRCT website.
Responsibilities- Process housing applications and manage the allocation of properties.
- Collaborate with 11 Housing Associations to facilitate lettings through the HomefinderRCT platform.
- Promote an effective, efficient and customer‑focused service to all applicants and housing partners.
- Maintain knowledge of housing legislation and apply it to daily activities.
- Protect children and vulnerable adults as a core responsibility of all staff.
- Complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
The Council values diversity in its workforce and is committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in recruitment and selection on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, non‑binary identities, religion or belief, or pregnancy and maternity. It offers staff networks for employees, including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network, and Perthyn (LGBTQ+ Network).
Applicants that submit an application in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application in English. As part of the Council’s Welsh‑language workforce strategy, guaranteed interview schemes are in place for Welsh‑speakers of Level 3 and above who meet essential criteria. As part of the Council’s corporate parenting role, care‑experienced leavers are guaranteed interview if they meet the essential criteria.
Contact Details:
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council Recruitment Team
