Senior Private Sector Housing Officer in Sevenoaks

Senior Private Sector Housing Officer

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Sevenoaks District Council provided pay range

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Our Private Sector Housing team seeks to improve the conditions and management standards of private sector housing.

You’ll assist the team in achieving this by leading on the changes brought in by the Renters Rights Act to the delivery of housing enforcement standards, ensuring private sector residential accommodation throughout the District meets statutory standards and helping to bring about improvements in conditions and standards of management for residents.

You will deliver service improvements by developing new working processes and building relationships with partners to meet the requirements of the Renters Rights Act.

You’ll be responsible for assessing a variety of properties using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and interpreting the results of these assessments to determine an appropriate course of action to deal with each hazard identified.

You will investigate complaints regarding housing conditions and undertake detailed surveys and inspections of residential accommodation throughout the District.

With your knowledge of Housing legislation, you’ll be comfortable using formal action where necessary, including attendance at Court where required.

This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles, with your working time split between the office and home (2-3 days).

Why work with us?

We’re proud to be a high-performing local authority that values innovation, collaboration and people-first service. You’ll be joining a team that cares deeply about its work and is committed to learning, development, and continuous improvement. You’ll be supported in making decisions, taking initiative, and growing your career in housing.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll join a dynamic and forward-thinking team delivering services that matter. Every day is different, and the impact you’ll have on people’s quality of life is immediate and rewarding.

We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.

Other benefits include:

• Enhanced annual leave of 30 days (excluding bank holidays)
• Additional leave after 5 years of service
• Opportunities to join in with social activities
• Free parking
• Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more
• Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts on your MOT
• Access to the BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service

Contact

Please get in touch with Alison Simmons, Head of Strategic and Private Sector Housing, on 01732 227272 for an informal discussion about the role.

Ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted

Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.

Closing date: 5 January 2026

Interviews: 15 January 2026

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Government Administration