Single Person Housing Advice and Accommodation - Cambourne, United Kingdom - South Cambridgeshire District Council
Description
Single Person Housing Advice and Accommodation Officer:
Job description
- Private Sector Leasing Scheme
- Shire Homes Lettings
- Cambridgeshire is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, South Cambridgeshire District Council is a forwardthinking authority, and with investment in new properties projected, is ready to meet the challenges ahead.
- We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, selfmotivated individual who wants to join a small team within a housing company, solely owned by South Cambridgeshire District Council. This role is based at Cambourne offices, where remote working is currently an option. The post will include supporting vulnerable clients living in accommodation provided as part of the Private Sector Leasing Scheme.
- Shire Homes Lettings
- This exciting opportunity will see you assist vulnerable clients in maintaining and sustaining their tenancy, by providing the necessary support. Experience of tenancy management within the private rented sector will be necessary, as well as knowledge of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO), although training can be provided.
- There will be a requirement to assist tenants with benefit claims, so knowledge of the system would be advantageous.
- Specific duties will include:
- Provide advice and assistance on tenancy sustainment.
- Providing assistance with individual support needs, including referrals to external agencies
- Ensuring properties including HMOs meet compliance with current legislation.
- Offer practical support to help develop independent living skills
- Home visits to clients (DBS check required)
- Benefits include: Flexible working, pension scheme, annual leave, childcare vouchers and staff discounts.
- We are currently taking part in a 4 day working week (32 hours per week) to improve recruitment and retention and support the wellbeing of our colleagues.
- You can read more about it here 4day week trial or talk to us about the detail of this flexible benefit we have been offering.
- For more information, or informal discussion about the role, please contact Louise Moulding, Shire Homes Lettings Manager on
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