Housing Allocations Officer (Level 6) Temporary Contract Job Details Slough Borough Council Service Area: Regeneration, Housing and Environment Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: 18 May 2026 Duration: 17 weeks Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office Location Office Base: 25 Windsor Road Slough Berkshire SL1 2EJ Pay PAYE Rate: £19.32 per hour Job Overview Slough Borough Council is seeking an experienced Allocations Officer to join the Housing Allocations team. This role will provide a housing register, needs assessment and allocations service, ensuring the legality and suitability of social housing allocations and helping the council meet statutory requirements, performance indicators and lettings targets. The successful candidate will manage housing applications, maintain accurate housing register records, verify applicant circumstances, carry out home visits and support the effective delivery of a customer-focused housing allocations service. Important - Please Read Carefully This role requires direct housing allocations experience , including knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation , housing register assessments and the application of allocations policy. You must also be able to carry out home visits and hold a full UK driving licence with access to a car for work . Candidates without relevant allocations / housing register experience are unlikely to be considered. Key Responsibilities Undertake eligibility assessments for potential tenants accessing the housing register Ensure allocations are lawful, suitable and in line with policy Deliver a comprehensive, customer-focused housing allocations service Maintain accurate records of the voids and lettings process and update the housing register using the integrated housing management system Run performance reports and carry out regular data reconciliation Manage social housing applications, including complex cases Apply law and policy appropriately to reach lawful and defensible decisions Liaise with housing needs colleagues on acute cases and with investigation teams where fraud is suspected Provide information to new tenants about properties and services available Liaise with tenancy management colleagues to support efficient sign-up processes Undertake home visits to shortlisted applicants to verify eligibility and circumstances Identify service improvements and support development of the allocations service Essential Experience & Skills Experience in a pressurised customer service environment working with vulnerable customers Experience maintaining computerised information management systems Experience handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately Experience giving accurate information clearly in writing and verbally Knowledge of current housing, immigration and related legislation , including relevant Housing and Homelessness Acts Knowledge of repairs issues affecting required property standards Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, especially lone working Knowledge of data protection legislation relating to customer records Ability to carry out home visits to verify housing applications Ability to understand and apply complex legislation fairly and accurately Strong communication, record keeping and data analysis skills Good organisational and time management skills Experience using Microsoft Office and databases Educated to A Level or equivalent with good numeracy and literacy Full UK driving licence with own car available for work Desirable Evidence of continuous professional development NVQ Business Administration Level 3, BTEC, relevant housing qualification or equivalent Disclaimer On applying for this vacancy, you agree that your personal details will be passed onto our client for their consideration of your suitability for the role. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to notify Fix Space Recruitment Limited of any hirer who I do not want my details to be passed onto.
Apr 30, 2026
Seasonal
Housing Allocations Officer (Level 6) Temporary Contract Job Details Slough Borough Council Service Area: Regeneration, Housing and Environment Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: 18 May 2026 Duration: 17 weeks Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office Location Office Base: 25 Windsor Road Slough Berkshire SL1 2EJ Pay PAYE Rate: £19.32 per hour Job Overview Slough Borough Council is seeking an experienced Allocations Officer to join the Housing Allocations team. This role will provide a housing register, needs assessment and allocations service, ensuring the legality and suitability of social housing allocations and helping the council meet statutory requirements, performance indicators and lettings targets. The successful candidate will manage housing applications, maintain accurate housing register records, verify applicant circumstances, carry out home visits and support the effective delivery of a customer-focused housing allocations service. Important - Please Read Carefully This role requires direct housing allocations experience , including knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation , housing register assessments and the application of allocations policy. You must also be able to carry out home visits and hold a full UK driving licence with access to a car for work . Candidates without relevant allocations / housing register experience are unlikely to be considered. Key Responsibilities Undertake eligibility assessments for potential tenants accessing the housing register Ensure allocations are lawful, suitable and in line with policy Deliver a comprehensive, customer-focused housing allocations service Maintain accurate records of the voids and lettings process and update the housing register using the integrated housing management system Run performance reports and carry out regular data reconciliation Manage social housing applications, including complex cases Apply law and policy appropriately to reach lawful and defensible decisions Liaise with housing needs colleagues on acute cases and with investigation teams where fraud is suspected Provide information to new tenants about properties and services available Liaise with tenancy management colleagues to support efficient sign-up processes Undertake home visits to shortlisted applicants to verify eligibility and circumstances Identify service improvements and support development of the allocations service Essential Experience & Skills Experience in a pressurised customer service environment working with vulnerable customers Experience maintaining computerised information management systems Experience handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately Experience giving accurate information clearly in writing and verbally Knowledge of current housing, immigration and related legislation , including relevant Housing and Homelessness Acts Knowledge of repairs issues affecting required property standards Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, especially lone working Knowledge of data protection legislation relating to customer records Ability to carry out home visits to verify housing applications Ability to understand and apply complex legislation fairly and accurately Strong communication, record keeping and data analysis skills Good organisational and time management skills Experience using Microsoft Office and databases Educated to A Level or equivalent with good numeracy and literacy Full UK driving licence with own car available for work Desirable Evidence of continuous professional development NVQ Business Administration Level 3, BTEC, relevant housing qualification or equivalent Disclaimer On applying for this vacancy, you agree that your personal details will be passed onto our client for their consideration of your suitability for the role. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to notify Fix Space Recruitment Limited of any hirer who I do not want my details to be passed onto.
Temporary Letting Officer job in Telford offering an immediate start Temporary Letting Officer - Telford Based in Telford, offering an immediate start, a strong customer service focus, and a competitive £14-£16 hourly rate. Your new company You will be joining a dedicated and professional team within the public sector, supporting essential housing services for the local community. This temporary role is based in Telford and offers an immediate start for an experienced administrator or housing professional looking to make a meaningful impact. Your new role As a Temporary Letting Officer, you will support the delivery of an efficient and customer-centric lettings service. You will manage tenancy enquiries, provide frontline communication support, and ensure all administrative processes are completed accurately.Key responsibilities include: Excellent customer service skills to manage a busy email inbox and phone line. Excellent record-keeping skills and strong attention to detail. Experience using SharePoint and Microsoft packages such as Outlook. Excellent organisational skills. Your day-to-day duties will include: Managing emails within the lettings inbox and covering incoming phone lines. Dealing with allocation and termination of tenancy queries. Saving documents to the appropriate folders and maintaining accurate records. Processing tenancy terminations in the housing system. Advertising available properties on the choice-based lettings system. Potential development to support property allocations as experience grows. What you'll need to succeed Experience within housing, lettings, or a busy administrative environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive enquiries. Confidence using IT systems, including SharePoint. High levels of accuracy and strong organisational skills. A proactive approach and commitment to excellent customer service. What you'll get in return Competitive hourly rate of £14.00 - £16.00 per hour, dependent on experience. Weekly pay through Hays. Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant. Opportunity to gain valuable experience within the housing sector. Potential for extension based on service needs. #
Apr 30, 2026
Seasonal
Temporary Letting Officer job in Telford offering an immediate start Temporary Letting Officer - Telford Based in Telford, offering an immediate start, a strong customer service focus, and a competitive £14-£16 hourly rate. Your new company You will be joining a dedicated and professional team within the public sector, supporting essential housing services for the local community. This temporary role is based in Telford and offers an immediate start for an experienced administrator or housing professional looking to make a meaningful impact. Your new role As a Temporary Letting Officer, you will support the delivery of an efficient and customer-centric lettings service. You will manage tenancy enquiries, provide frontline communication support, and ensure all administrative processes are completed accurately.Key responsibilities include: Excellent customer service skills to manage a busy email inbox and phone line. Excellent record-keeping skills and strong attention to detail. Experience using SharePoint and Microsoft packages such as Outlook. Excellent organisational skills. Your day-to-day duties will include: Managing emails within the lettings inbox and covering incoming phone lines. Dealing with allocation and termination of tenancy queries. Saving documents to the appropriate folders and maintaining accurate records. Processing tenancy terminations in the housing system. Advertising available properties on the choice-based lettings system. Potential development to support property allocations as experience grows. What you'll need to succeed Experience within housing, lettings, or a busy administrative environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive enquiries. Confidence using IT systems, including SharePoint. High levels of accuracy and strong organisational skills. A proactive approach and commitment to excellent customer service. What you'll get in return Competitive hourly rate of £14.00 - £16.00 per hour, dependent on experience. Weekly pay through Hays. Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant. Opportunity to gain valuable experience within the housing sector. Potential for extension based on service needs. #
Housing Officer Bournemouth Hybrid Rate: £22.98 per hour IR35 Status: Inside Initial Contract Length: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: 37 Hours: 8:30 - 17:00 Role Summary This is an opportunity to join a local authority housing team in Bournemouth, providing a high-quality housing service focused on sustaining tenancies and resolving complex housing issues. You will manage a varied and challenging caseload, act as an escalation point for colleagues and customers, and work closely with internal teams and external agencies to deliver effective housing solutions. The role also offers the chance to contribute to service improvements, small projects, and policy development. What you will do as a Housing Officer - Act as an escalation point for complex tenancy and housing issues, including allocations, applications, and assessments - Manage a complex caseload covering areas such as anti-social behaviour, safeguarding, fraud, and tenancy breaches - Investigate cases, determine appropriate actions, and progress enforcement proceedings in line with legislation and policy - Serve legal notices, attend court, and present evidence while liaising with legal teams, police, and other stakeholders - Lead and co-ordinate responses to issues such as anti-social behaviour and domestic abuse, including multi-agency working - Engage with tenants and residents, providing advice and support to resolve issues and improve service delivery - Contribute to small projects, service improvements, and policy development within the housing team What you will need as a Housing Officer - Diploma qualification or equivalent experience (CIH qualification desirable) - Strong knowledge of housing legislation, tenant and landlord rights - Experience managing complex caseloads within housing management - Proven experience handling enforcement and legal proceedings - Experience dealing with anti-social behaviour cases and safeguarding concerns - Ability to communicate effectively and influence outcomes in challenging situations - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload under pressure What's on offer - Competitive rate of £22.98 per hour - Hybrid working arrangement - Opportunity to work within a supportive local authority environment - Exposure to complex and varied housing cases - Potential for contract extension Apply NOW or contact me directly to discuss this Housing Officer opportunity in more detail.
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Housing Officer Bournemouth Hybrid Rate: £22.98 per hour IR35 Status: Inside Initial Contract Length: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: 37 Hours: 8:30 - 17:00 Role Summary This is an opportunity to join a local authority housing team in Bournemouth, providing a high-quality housing service focused on sustaining tenancies and resolving complex housing issues. You will manage a varied and challenging caseload, act as an escalation point for colleagues and customers, and work closely with internal teams and external agencies to deliver effective housing solutions. The role also offers the chance to contribute to service improvements, small projects, and policy development. What you will do as a Housing Officer - Act as an escalation point for complex tenancy and housing issues, including allocations, applications, and assessments - Manage a complex caseload covering areas such as anti-social behaviour, safeguarding, fraud, and tenancy breaches - Investigate cases, determine appropriate actions, and progress enforcement proceedings in line with legislation and policy - Serve legal notices, attend court, and present evidence while liaising with legal teams, police, and other stakeholders - Lead and co-ordinate responses to issues such as anti-social behaviour and domestic abuse, including multi-agency working - Engage with tenants and residents, providing advice and support to resolve issues and improve service delivery - Contribute to small projects, service improvements, and policy development within the housing team What you will need as a Housing Officer - Diploma qualification or equivalent experience (CIH qualification desirable) - Strong knowledge of housing legislation, tenant and landlord rights - Experience managing complex caseloads within housing management - Proven experience handling enforcement and legal proceedings - Experience dealing with anti-social behaviour cases and safeguarding concerns - Ability to communicate effectively and influence outcomes in challenging situations - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload under pressure What's on offer - Competitive rate of £22.98 per hour - Hybrid working arrangement - Opportunity to work within a supportive local authority environment - Exposure to complex and varied housing cases - Potential for contract extension Apply NOW or contact me directly to discuss this Housing Officer opportunity in more detail.
Void Supervisor - Local Authority (Contract) Location: South East London Rate: 28.60 per hour (PAYE) Contract: Ongoing Requirement: Own vehicle required Overview We're recruiting for a Void Supervisor to join a busy local authority housing team in South East London. This is a hands-on role focused on overseeing the delivery of void (empty homes) works, ensuring properties are turned around quickly, safely and to a high standard ready for new tenants. You'll play a key role in reducing void times, managing operatives and subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered in line with compliance, quality and cost expectations. key Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day delivery of void works across a portfolio of social housing properties Manage operatives and subcontractors to ensure works are completed on time and to specification Carry out pre and post inspections, identifying required works and signing off completed properties Monitor progress against void turnaround targets and take corrective action where needed Ensure all works comply with health & safety standards, including RAMS and safe systems of work Liaise with internal teams (allocations, housing officers, planners) to coordinate property handovers Manage materials, ordering and cost control in line with budgets Ensure quality of works meets required standards and minimise defects/rework Provide updates and reports on performance, progress and any issues impacting delivery Requirements Proven experience in a Void Supervisor / Repairs Supervisor role within social housing Strong knowledge of voids, responsive repairs and property maintenance Experience managing operatives and subcontractors on-site Good understanding of health & safety regulations and compliance Ability to carry out inspections and assess quality of works Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential)
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Void Supervisor - Local Authority (Contract) Location: South East London Rate: 28.60 per hour (PAYE) Contract: Ongoing Requirement: Own vehicle required Overview We're recruiting for a Void Supervisor to join a busy local authority housing team in South East London. This is a hands-on role focused on overseeing the delivery of void (empty homes) works, ensuring properties are turned around quickly, safely and to a high standard ready for new tenants. You'll play a key role in reducing void times, managing operatives and subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered in line with compliance, quality and cost expectations. key Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day delivery of void works across a portfolio of social housing properties Manage operatives and subcontractors to ensure works are completed on time and to specification Carry out pre and post inspections, identifying required works and signing off completed properties Monitor progress against void turnaround targets and take corrective action where needed Ensure all works comply with health & safety standards, including RAMS and safe systems of work Liaise with internal teams (allocations, housing officers, planners) to coordinate property handovers Manage materials, ordering and cost control in line with budgets Ensure quality of works meets required standards and minimise defects/rework Provide updates and reports on performance, progress and any issues impacting delivery Requirements Proven experience in a Void Supervisor / Repairs Supervisor role within social housing Strong knowledge of voids, responsive repairs and property maintenance Experience managing operatives and subcontractors on-site Good understanding of health & safety regulations and compliance Ability to carry out inspections and assess quality of works Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential)
Accounts Payable - Temp - Llanelli Hays Non-qualified finance are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Officer to support a busy finance team during a period of operational change. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in South Wales and strengthen your skills in a fast-paced finance environment. The role will involve supporting the accounts payable function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial control. You will work closely with the wider finance team and provide essential transactional support across the department. Key Responsibilities: Review, verify, and process invoices accurately. Maintain supplier ledgers and complete supplier statement reconciliations Conduct timely weekly payment runs Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and resolve supplier queries promptly. Input invoices and supplier details accurately into the financial system Support audits, reporting, and process improvements Collaborate with the management accounts team to ensure correct cost allocations This would be a great opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who is immediately available and looking to expand their skills within an established organisation. Length of assignment: 6 months Hybrid policy: Fully On-site Ideal start date: Immediate Hours: Full-time - 37 hours If your experience matches the above, or you are interested in the role, please get in touch for more details. You can apply now by sending your CV, or call Louis on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're looking for a new position, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation about your career. #
Apr 29, 2026
Seasonal
Accounts Payable - Temp - Llanelli Hays Non-qualified finance are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Officer to support a busy finance team during a period of operational change. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in South Wales and strengthen your skills in a fast-paced finance environment. The role will involve supporting the accounts payable function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial control. You will work closely with the wider finance team and provide essential transactional support across the department. Key Responsibilities: Review, verify, and process invoices accurately. Maintain supplier ledgers and complete supplier statement reconciliations Conduct timely weekly payment runs Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and resolve supplier queries promptly. Input invoices and supplier details accurately into the financial system Support audits, reporting, and process improvements Collaborate with the management accounts team to ensure correct cost allocations This would be a great opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who is immediately available and looking to expand their skills within an established organisation. Length of assignment: 6 months Hybrid policy: Fully On-site Ideal start date: Immediate Hours: Full-time - 37 hours If your experience matches the above, or you are interested in the role, please get in touch for more details. You can apply now by sending your CV, or call Louis on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're looking for a new position, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation about your career. #
Housing Allocations Officer Salarty: 38,000 per anum Location: Remote Contract: Full-time. 3 months FTC with strong possibiity of extension Are you passionate about helping people into quality, affordable homes? Our client is looking for a dedicated Housing Allocations Officer to join the organisations team and play a key role in delivering life-changing housing solutions across the UK. This would suit someone from wither a housing associations background or someone from the private lettings industry. What you'll do: Manage the advertising, application, and allocation process for the organisations properties Assess applicants and guide them through to tenancy Support tenants to build a path toward homeownership Liaise with letting agents and local authorities to ensure smooth lettings Monitor performance and contribute to reporting and service improvement Step in to support our housing management function when needed What we're looking for: Experience in housing allocations or lettings Excellent communication and assessment skills Financial awareness and tenant-focused mindset Organised, proactive, and collaborative approach Knowledge of local lettings plans and housing policy is a plus Please contact Ellie Benson on (phone number removed) to discuss
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Housing Allocations Officer Salarty: 38,000 per anum Location: Remote Contract: Full-time. 3 months FTC with strong possibiity of extension Are you passionate about helping people into quality, affordable homes? Our client is looking for a dedicated Housing Allocations Officer to join the organisations team and play a key role in delivering life-changing housing solutions across the UK. This would suit someone from wither a housing associations background or someone from the private lettings industry. What you'll do: Manage the advertising, application, and allocation process for the organisations properties Assess applicants and guide them through to tenancy Support tenants to build a path toward homeownership Liaise with letting agents and local authorities to ensure smooth lettings Monitor performance and contribute to reporting and service improvement Step in to support our housing management function when needed What we're looking for: Experience in housing allocations or lettings Excellent communication and assessment skills Financial awareness and tenant-focused mindset Organised, proactive, and collaborative approach Knowledge of local lettings plans and housing policy is a plus Please contact Ellie Benson on (phone number removed) to discuss
Locality Manager (South East) Location: South East (e.g. Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Surrey, Reading, Oxford) Salary: £55,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and a service they can rely on. We re looking for an experienced Locality Manager to lead housing services across the South East (e.g. Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Surrey, Reading, Oxford), ensuring our customers receive high quality, responsive and personalised support. About the role: As a Locality Manager, you ll be responsible for the operational delivery of housing services across your locality. You ll lead tenancy and neighbourhood management, champion excellent customer experience, and work closely with colleagues and partner organisations to build safe, inclusive and thriving communities. You ll also play a key leadership role - coaching, mentoring and developing Housing Officers and frontline colleagues to achieve high performance, confident decision making and strong customer outcomes. What you ll be doing: Leading tenancy services including allocations, tenancy management and enforcement Managing neighbourhoods to ensure estates are clean, safe and well maintained Supporting customers with complex needs through effective case management and multi agency working Championing complaint resolution and using learning to continuously improve services Ensuring services are compliant with housing legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory standards Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities and partners Using performance data and KPIs to drive service improvements and customer satisfaction Line managing Housing Officers and embedding a culture of coaching, development and accountability Contributing to service planning, area based initiatives and wider organisational priorities You ll need: Experience in housing management or community services A solid understanding of tenancy law, housing regulation and safeguarding Proven experience coaching and developing high performing teams Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills The ability to analyse performance information and use data to improve outcomes Experience of leading teams, managing performance and handling complex situations with professionalism and empathy Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Locality Manager (South East) Location: South East (e.g. Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Surrey, Reading, Oxford) Salary: £55,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and a service they can rely on. We re looking for an experienced Locality Manager to lead housing services across the South East (e.g. Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Surrey, Reading, Oxford), ensuring our customers receive high quality, responsive and personalised support. About the role: As a Locality Manager, you ll be responsible for the operational delivery of housing services across your locality. You ll lead tenancy and neighbourhood management, champion excellent customer experience, and work closely with colleagues and partner organisations to build safe, inclusive and thriving communities. You ll also play a key leadership role - coaching, mentoring and developing Housing Officers and frontline colleagues to achieve high performance, confident decision making and strong customer outcomes. What you ll be doing: Leading tenancy services including allocations, tenancy management and enforcement Managing neighbourhoods to ensure estates are clean, safe and well maintained Supporting customers with complex needs through effective case management and multi agency working Championing complaint resolution and using learning to continuously improve services Ensuring services are compliant with housing legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory standards Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities and partners Using performance data and KPIs to drive service improvements and customer satisfaction Line managing Housing Officers and embedding a culture of coaching, development and accountability Contributing to service planning, area based initiatives and wider organisational priorities You ll need: Experience in housing management or community services A solid understanding of tenancy law, housing regulation and safeguarding Proven experience coaching and developing high performing teams Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills The ability to analyse performance information and use data to improve outcomes Experience of leading teams, managing performance and handling complex situations with professionalism and empathy Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Eden Brown are seeking a highly experienced Neighbourhood Officer on a 3 month contract situated in Manchester The role as Housing Officer will be office based only As a Housing Officer your role will involve: - Providing a frontline service to a portfolio of tenants across Manchester - Dealing with Allocations and Lettings - Tenancy Sustainment - Safeguarding, Domestic Abuse and Community Safety - Environmental issues ie fly tipping, garden issues Due to the nature of this role interested candidates must have extensive Housing Management experience You must have access to a car Only apply if you match the above criteria Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 28, 2026
Seasonal
Eden Brown are seeking a highly experienced Neighbourhood Officer on a 3 month contract situated in Manchester The role as Housing Officer will be office based only As a Housing Officer your role will involve: - Providing a frontline service to a portfolio of tenants across Manchester - Dealing with Allocations and Lettings - Tenancy Sustainment - Safeguarding, Domestic Abuse and Community Safety - Environmental issues ie fly tipping, garden issues Due to the nature of this role interested candidates must have extensive Housing Management experience You must have access to a car Only apply if you match the above criteria Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
We're recruiting a proactive and customer-focused Resident Access Officer to join a busy housing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and customer service skills who's passionate about supporting residents and delivering excellent frontline housing services. You'll play a key role in ensuring residents receive a seamless, high-quality service - acting as the first point of contact for housing enquiries, providing administrative and project support, and helping customers access the right advice and assistance as quickly as possible. The Role Deliver a responsive and professional telephone and email service for residents and customers, ensuring queries are resolved quickly and effectively. Provide accurate information on housing services, including tenancy, allocations, rent, and temporary accommodation matters. Support residents to self-serve online and promote digital engagement where possible. Manage and monitor team inboxes, escalating complex enquiries to specialist officers where appropriate. Maintain accurate records, update housing systems, and ensure confidentiality in line with data protection policies. Provide administrative support to the wider housing team - including setting up rent and temporary accommodation accounts, maintaining housing records, and supporting projects and meetings. Assist with Right to Buy administration, property compliance records, and data entry on housing systems such as NEC and Business World. Support coordination of resident meetings and events, including minute-taking when required. Contribute to improving service processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and better resident outcomes. Key Requirements Previous experience in a customer service or housing administration role. Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal - with a professional and empathetic approach. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload in a busy environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and confident using housing or CRM systems. Good attention to detail and accurate record-keeping. A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to the values of social housing and delivering a high standard of customer care. A basic understanding of housing policies and processes is desirable (training will be provided). What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
We're recruiting a proactive and customer-focused Resident Access Officer to join a busy housing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and customer service skills who's passionate about supporting residents and delivering excellent frontline housing services. You'll play a key role in ensuring residents receive a seamless, high-quality service - acting as the first point of contact for housing enquiries, providing administrative and project support, and helping customers access the right advice and assistance as quickly as possible. The Role Deliver a responsive and professional telephone and email service for residents and customers, ensuring queries are resolved quickly and effectively. Provide accurate information on housing services, including tenancy, allocations, rent, and temporary accommodation matters. Support residents to self-serve online and promote digital engagement where possible. Manage and monitor team inboxes, escalating complex enquiries to specialist officers where appropriate. Maintain accurate records, update housing systems, and ensure confidentiality in line with data protection policies. Provide administrative support to the wider housing team - including setting up rent and temporary accommodation accounts, maintaining housing records, and supporting projects and meetings. Assist with Right to Buy administration, property compliance records, and data entry on housing systems such as NEC and Business World. Support coordination of resident meetings and events, including minute-taking when required. Contribute to improving service processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and better resident outcomes. Key Requirements Previous experience in a customer service or housing administration role. Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal - with a professional and empathetic approach. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload in a busy environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and confident using housing or CRM systems. Good attention to detail and accurate record-keeping. A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to the values of social housing and delivering a high standard of customer care. A basic understanding of housing policies and processes is desirable (training will be provided). What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Tree Officer needed in Halifax, £19.18ph PAYE - Reference: 000A F700 / 1 Responsibilities Process and assess applications for works to Protected Trees and also trees within Conservation Areas, making recommendations to senior officers and Planning Committee. Advise other officers and occasionally elected members on the arboricultural implications of planning applications, pre-application enquiries and Local Plan allocations affecting trees. Manage the making and review of Tree Preservation Orders. Defend the decisions related to trees when they are subject to appeals. Lead on enforcement activities resulting from unauthorised works to trees, including the preparation and presentation of evidence to the Magistrates Court. Act as the first point of contact for the Forestry Commission when the Client is consulted on Felling License applications. Visiting sites and undertake site inspections. This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Tree Officer needed in Halifax, £19.18ph PAYE - Reference: 000A F700 / 1 Responsibilities Process and assess applications for works to Protected Trees and also trees within Conservation Areas, making recommendations to senior officers and Planning Committee. Advise other officers and occasionally elected members on the arboricultural implications of planning applications, pre-application enquiries and Local Plan allocations affecting trees. Manage the making and review of Tree Preservation Orders. Defend the decisions related to trees when they are subject to appeals. Lead on enforcement activities resulting from unauthorised works to trees, including the preparation and presentation of evidence to the Magistrates Court. Act as the first point of contact for the Forestry Commission when the Client is consulted on Felling License applications. Visiting sites and undertake site inspections. This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Allocations Officer Slough Contract £19.32 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for an Allocations Officer Hybrid - 2 days per week required in the office To undertake and determine eligibility assessments for potential tenants accessing the housing register to ensure the legality and suitability of every allocation. To be responsible for meeting statutory requirements, performance indicators and targets in the letting of all social housing. This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Deliver a comprehensive, customer focused and high quality housing allocations service, liaising with other sections, departments and agencies internally and externally in relation to housing needs issues on behalf of home seekers Working proactively using initiative and knowledge to apply appropriate options to tackle housing need ensuring that the council s resources, including accommodation and financial resources, are appropriately used according to the needs of the home seeker, enabling them to achieve sustainable and affordable solutions to their housing needs. Maintain accurate and up to date records of the voids and lettings process as well as entering and maintaining records on the housing register using the integrated housing management IT system. This includes developing and running regular performance related reports and undertaking regular and frequent data reconciliation. Understand and work in accordance with legislation and Slough s current lettings and voids policies, standards and targets, responding to customer enquiries regarding voids and lettings, liaising with other sections and/or contractors as necessary to provide a co-ordinated response. To manage applications for social housing, including those of a complex nature and be responsible for applying the law and policy appropriately, reaching lawful and defensible decisions and ensuring that the Council s Housing Allocations Policy is implemented To ensure that each case receives a correct assessment liaising as necessary with colleagues in housing needs for acute cases and with the investigation team where cases of fraud or benefit abuse are suspected To take a lead on a particular topic and/or liaison with a partner department or agency as directed by the Housing Allocations Manager. Ensure that colleagues are briefed on relevant issues relating to the topic/liaison Provide information for new tenants about the properties and services available and ensure this information is regularly updated while liaising with tenancy management colleagues to ensure that the sign up process is efficient and informative for the client and timely in order Experience of working in a pressurised customer service environment and with vulnerable customers. Working effectively with a range of professional staff and external agencies. Maintaining computerised information management systems. Experience of working in confidential situations with an understanding of when & how to share sensitive information with customers and Experience of giving accurate and relevant information in a clear and concise manner, both in writing and verbally. Knowledge of current housing, immigration and related legislation, case law, policies and good practice including relevant Housing and Homelessness Acts. Knowledge of repairs issues to ensure that properties meet required standards Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and an ability to apply and enforce it, particularly in relation to lone workers. Knowledge of data protection legislation, especially relating to customer records. Knowledge of equal opportunities legislation and policy. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Allocations Officer Slough Contract £19.32 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for an Allocations Officer Hybrid - 2 days per week required in the office To undertake and determine eligibility assessments for potential tenants accessing the housing register to ensure the legality and suitability of every allocation. To be responsible for meeting statutory requirements, performance indicators and targets in the letting of all social housing. This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Deliver a comprehensive, customer focused and high quality housing allocations service, liaising with other sections, departments and agencies internally and externally in relation to housing needs issues on behalf of home seekers Working proactively using initiative and knowledge to apply appropriate options to tackle housing need ensuring that the council s resources, including accommodation and financial resources, are appropriately used according to the needs of the home seeker, enabling them to achieve sustainable and affordable solutions to their housing needs. Maintain accurate and up to date records of the voids and lettings process as well as entering and maintaining records on the housing register using the integrated housing management IT system. This includes developing and running regular performance related reports and undertaking regular and frequent data reconciliation. Understand and work in accordance with legislation and Slough s current lettings and voids policies, standards and targets, responding to customer enquiries regarding voids and lettings, liaising with other sections and/or contractors as necessary to provide a co-ordinated response. To manage applications for social housing, including those of a complex nature and be responsible for applying the law and policy appropriately, reaching lawful and defensible decisions and ensuring that the Council s Housing Allocations Policy is implemented To ensure that each case receives a correct assessment liaising as necessary with colleagues in housing needs for acute cases and with the investigation team where cases of fraud or benefit abuse are suspected To take a lead on a particular topic and/or liaison with a partner department or agency as directed by the Housing Allocations Manager. Ensure that colleagues are briefed on relevant issues relating to the topic/liaison Provide information for new tenants about the properties and services available and ensure this information is regularly updated while liaising with tenancy management colleagues to ensure that the sign up process is efficient and informative for the client and timely in order Experience of working in a pressurised customer service environment and with vulnerable customers. Working effectively with a range of professional staff and external agencies. Maintaining computerised information management systems. Experience of working in confidential situations with an understanding of when & how to share sensitive information with customers and Experience of giving accurate and relevant information in a clear and concise manner, both in writing and verbally. Knowledge of current housing, immigration and related legislation, case law, policies and good practice including relevant Housing and Homelessness Acts. Knowledge of repairs issues to ensure that properties meet required standards Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and an ability to apply and enforce it, particularly in relation to lone workers. Knowledge of data protection legislation, especially relating to customer records. Knowledge of equal opportunities legislation and policy. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and professional Accommodation Officer to oversee and manage housing arrangements within our organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating accommodation services, ensuring tenant satisfaction, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with strong organisational and negotiation skills to contribute to a well-functioning housing environment. The Accommodation Officer will work closely with tenants, service providers, and internal teams to facilitate smooth operations and uphold high standards of service delivery. Responsibilities Manage and coordinate accommodation allocations in accordance with organisational policies and tenant needs. Act as the primary point of contact for tenants regarding housing queries, concerns, and requests. Negotiate lease terms, renewals, and other agreements with tenants and external partners to ensure favourable outcomes. Maintain accurate records of accommodation details using Yardi or similar property management software. Conduct regular inspections of housing units to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with regulations. Liaise with maintenance teams to coordinate repairs and upgrades as required. Prepare reports on occupancy rates, tenant feedback, and other relevant metrics for management review. Assist in the development of policies related to accommodation services and tenant engagement initiatives. Skills Proven experience in negotiation, with the ability to reach mutually beneficial agreements efficiently. Proficiency in Yardi or comparable property management systems is highly desirable. Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in record keeping and documentation. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling effective interaction with tenants and stakeholders. Ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism. Problem-solving aptitude with a proactive approach to resolving issues promptly. Knowledge of relevant housing legislation and regulations is advantageous but not essential. This role provides an engaging opportunity for motivated individuals eager to contribute positively within a dynamic housing environment while developing their professional expertise in property management and tenant relations.
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and professional Accommodation Officer to oversee and manage housing arrangements within our organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating accommodation services, ensuring tenant satisfaction, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with strong organisational and negotiation skills to contribute to a well-functioning housing environment. The Accommodation Officer will work closely with tenants, service providers, and internal teams to facilitate smooth operations and uphold high standards of service delivery. Responsibilities Manage and coordinate accommodation allocations in accordance with organisational policies and tenant needs. Act as the primary point of contact for tenants regarding housing queries, concerns, and requests. Negotiate lease terms, renewals, and other agreements with tenants and external partners to ensure favourable outcomes. Maintain accurate records of accommodation details using Yardi or similar property management software. Conduct regular inspections of housing units to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with regulations. Liaise with maintenance teams to coordinate repairs and upgrades as required. Prepare reports on occupancy rates, tenant feedback, and other relevant metrics for management review. Assist in the development of policies related to accommodation services and tenant engagement initiatives. Skills Proven experience in negotiation, with the ability to reach mutually beneficial agreements efficiently. Proficiency in Yardi or comparable property management systems is highly desirable. Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in record keeping and documentation. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling effective interaction with tenants and stakeholders. Ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism. Problem-solving aptitude with a proactive approach to resolving issues promptly. Knowledge of relevant housing legislation and regulations is advantageous but not essential. This role provides an engaging opportunity for motivated individuals eager to contribute positively within a dynamic housing environment while developing their professional expertise in property management and tenant relations.
Your new company You will be joining the Department of Finance within the Financial Division based at Goodwood House, Belfast. The team is FD Financial Management. You'll work within a team of six, as well as working with the wider branch. This role is perfect for a candidate who is looking to step into the public sector and to get their foot in the door in the Northern Ireland Civil Service. This role offers development, structure and is a great opportunity for growth in your career. Your new role Preparation of the monthly management accounts and information pack. Prepare, monitor and review salary forecasting and reconciliations. Calculate and prepare all monthly journals, including prepayments, accruals, miscoding journals, accrued income etc; Review the general ledger for miscoding transactions & correct expenditure analysis, providing breakdowns; Assist in the preparation and monitoring of all revenue and capital budgets; Provide advice and guidance to budget holders on budget profiling and forecasting; Prepare budget allocations for all cost centres within the area of responsibility; Prepare and update forecasting details; Ensure budgets are profiled accordingly, and monthly forecast profile returns completed; Monthly monitoring of spend against budget, and variance analysis; Assist in the annual budgeting process and financial planning for future budget periods; Assist and provide input into the charging frameworks and methodology; Provide financial accounting information into the interim and year end accounts Provide financial accounting information for the interim and year end Departmental Resource Accounts and as required provide information for internal/external audit; Produce or provide input into other ad hoc exercise, including FOI, Assembly questions etc What you'll need to succeed Have successfully passed the final professional examinations and be a full current member of one of the professional bodies; (a) Chartered Accountants Ireland; (b) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland; (c) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales; (d) The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants; (e) The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants; (f) The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy; (g) The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland. What you'll get in return 24.04 per hour/ 41,272 annually Flexible working (2 office days per week) 37 hours per week 37 days annual leave Contract roles which will open the doors to putting yourself forward for the external competitions coming up in the NICS with the help of your line manager and team. Getting your foot in the door to the NICS. Experience within a specialised area of the Department of Justice What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Apr 26, 2026
Seasonal
Your new company You will be joining the Department of Finance within the Financial Division based at Goodwood House, Belfast. The team is FD Financial Management. You'll work within a team of six, as well as working with the wider branch. This role is perfect for a candidate who is looking to step into the public sector and to get their foot in the door in the Northern Ireland Civil Service. This role offers development, structure and is a great opportunity for growth in your career. Your new role Preparation of the monthly management accounts and information pack. Prepare, monitor and review salary forecasting and reconciliations. Calculate and prepare all monthly journals, including prepayments, accruals, miscoding journals, accrued income etc; Review the general ledger for miscoding transactions & correct expenditure analysis, providing breakdowns; Assist in the preparation and monitoring of all revenue and capital budgets; Provide advice and guidance to budget holders on budget profiling and forecasting; Prepare budget allocations for all cost centres within the area of responsibility; Prepare and update forecasting details; Ensure budgets are profiled accordingly, and monthly forecast profile returns completed; Monthly monitoring of spend against budget, and variance analysis; Assist in the annual budgeting process and financial planning for future budget periods; Assist and provide input into the charging frameworks and methodology; Provide financial accounting information into the interim and year end accounts Provide financial accounting information for the interim and year end Departmental Resource Accounts and as required provide information for internal/external audit; Produce or provide input into other ad hoc exercise, including FOI, Assembly questions etc What you'll need to succeed Have successfully passed the final professional examinations and be a full current member of one of the professional bodies; (a) Chartered Accountants Ireland; (b) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland; (c) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales; (d) The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants; (e) The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants; (f) The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy; (g) The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland. What you'll get in return 24.04 per hour/ 41,272 annually Flexible working (2 office days per week) 37 hours per week 37 days annual leave Contract roles which will open the doors to putting yourself forward for the external competitions coming up in the NICS with the help of your line manager and team. Getting your foot in the door to the NICS. Experience within a specialised area of the Department of Justice What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Senior Planning Manager - 12 month fixed term contract Department: Land & Planning Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Location: Taplow, Buckinghamshire Description Berkeley Strategic Land is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Berkeley Group. Leveraging Berkeley's financial strength and regeneration expertise, Berkeley Strategic Land identifies and secures long-term strategic sites for future development. Working collaboratively with local authorities and stakeholders, it promotes land through the Local Plan process and seeks planning consent for delivery by Berkeley. With the backing of The Berkeley Group, the team applies a flexible and innovative approach to land acquisition, employing option agreements, freehold purchases, and other structures that align with the interests of landowners. Based at our regional office in Taplow, Buckinghamshire, the role involves regular travel throughout the South East. The role This role is a 12 month fixed term contract, starting in August 2026. Working as part of an ambitious and dynamic multi-disciplinary team, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Planning Manager to play a key role in leading the promotion of our extensive strategic land portfolio. The successful candidate will manage the promotion of strategic land opportunities through the development plan process and the preparation and determination of planning applications and appeals. This position offers the opportunity to work on an exciting portfolio of large-scale projects from inception through to allocation and consent. Reporting to the Planning Directors and other members of the senior management team, the core duties associated with the role include: Managing the promotion of sites for allocation in local plans and neighbourhood plans, including the preparation and submission of technical evidence, masterplans and representations, and participation in examinations. Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications and appeals, including overseeing technical inputs, design proposals, and EIA processes where necessary. Negotiation of planning agreements and conditions. Instructing and managing external planning consultants, architects, technical teams, and legal advisers in accordance with agreed budgets and strategies. Providing planning advice on existing and new land acquisitions. Building and maintaining effective working relationships with local authority officers and Members, stakeholders, landowners, agents, internal teams and Berkeley operating businesses. Experience required Experience working for a housebuilder, land promoter or planning consultancy with significant experience of strategic land promotion. Member of the RTPI or RICS (Planning and Development). Proven track record of managing complex planning projects and securing allocations and planning consents. Commercial awareness and ability to assess development potential and planning risk. Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and the plan-making process. Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Confident communicator with strong negotiation and influencing skills. Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to build positive relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, landowners and their representatives. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South East region. Why join us? 25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days. Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance. Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform. Berkeley Foundation volunteer day. Private pension plan. Group life assurance. The standard default full-time working hours in the office are 8am-5pm with core working hours 9am-4pm.
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Planning Manager - 12 month fixed term contract Department: Land & Planning Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Location: Taplow, Buckinghamshire Description Berkeley Strategic Land is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Berkeley Group. Leveraging Berkeley's financial strength and regeneration expertise, Berkeley Strategic Land identifies and secures long-term strategic sites for future development. Working collaboratively with local authorities and stakeholders, it promotes land through the Local Plan process and seeks planning consent for delivery by Berkeley. With the backing of The Berkeley Group, the team applies a flexible and innovative approach to land acquisition, employing option agreements, freehold purchases, and other structures that align with the interests of landowners. Based at our regional office in Taplow, Buckinghamshire, the role involves regular travel throughout the South East. The role This role is a 12 month fixed term contract, starting in August 2026. Working as part of an ambitious and dynamic multi-disciplinary team, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Planning Manager to play a key role in leading the promotion of our extensive strategic land portfolio. The successful candidate will manage the promotion of strategic land opportunities through the development plan process and the preparation and determination of planning applications and appeals. This position offers the opportunity to work on an exciting portfolio of large-scale projects from inception through to allocation and consent. Reporting to the Planning Directors and other members of the senior management team, the core duties associated with the role include: Managing the promotion of sites for allocation in local plans and neighbourhood plans, including the preparation and submission of technical evidence, masterplans and representations, and participation in examinations. Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications and appeals, including overseeing technical inputs, design proposals, and EIA processes where necessary. Negotiation of planning agreements and conditions. Instructing and managing external planning consultants, architects, technical teams, and legal advisers in accordance with agreed budgets and strategies. Providing planning advice on existing and new land acquisitions. Building and maintaining effective working relationships with local authority officers and Members, stakeholders, landowners, agents, internal teams and Berkeley operating businesses. Experience required Experience working for a housebuilder, land promoter or planning consultancy with significant experience of strategic land promotion. Member of the RTPI or RICS (Planning and Development). Proven track record of managing complex planning projects and securing allocations and planning consents. Commercial awareness and ability to assess development potential and planning risk. Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and the plan-making process. Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Confident communicator with strong negotiation and influencing skills. Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to build positive relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, landowners and their representatives. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South East region. Why join us? 25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days. Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance. Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform. Berkeley Foundation volunteer day. Private pension plan. Group life assurance. The standard default full-time working hours in the office are 8am-5pm with core working hours 9am-4pm.
Marks Consulting Partners are currently looking for an Allocations Manager to work with one of our Local Authority clients in London. What the Job Will Be Doing Oversee the delivery of allocations within the Homelessness Service, ensuring compliance with Part VI & Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 Manage and coordinate Section 202 Reviews, ensuring decisions are legally robust and defensible Lead on Stage 1 & Stage 2 complaints, including responses to Housing Ombudsman enquiries Ensure suitability decisions, discharge of duty, and housing offers are made in line with legislation and policy Act as the escalation point for complex homelessness and allocations cases Work closely with Housing Options, Temporary Accommodation and Lettings teams to ensure smooth move-on pathways Identify and resolve service issues, including backlogs in reviews, complaints, and allocations Implement and improve processes, policies, and quality assurance frameworks Monitor and report on service performance, KPIs, and risk areas Provide technical guidance and support to officers, ensuring high-quality decision making What You Will Need Strong knowledge of Housing Act 1996 (Part VI & VII) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Proven experience managing Section 202 Reviews Experience handling Stage 2 complaints and dealing with the Housing Ombudsman Background in allocations and/or homelessness services within a Local Authority Experience managing complex cases involving suitability, discharge of duty, and housing needs Ability to manage workloads, prioritise effectively, and drive service improvements Strong written skills, particularly in producing robust and defensible decisions
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
Marks Consulting Partners are currently looking for an Allocations Manager to work with one of our Local Authority clients in London. What the Job Will Be Doing Oversee the delivery of allocations within the Homelessness Service, ensuring compliance with Part VI & Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 Manage and coordinate Section 202 Reviews, ensuring decisions are legally robust and defensible Lead on Stage 1 & Stage 2 complaints, including responses to Housing Ombudsman enquiries Ensure suitability decisions, discharge of duty, and housing offers are made in line with legislation and policy Act as the escalation point for complex homelessness and allocations cases Work closely with Housing Options, Temporary Accommodation and Lettings teams to ensure smooth move-on pathways Identify and resolve service issues, including backlogs in reviews, complaints, and allocations Implement and improve processes, policies, and quality assurance frameworks Monitor and report on service performance, KPIs, and risk areas Provide technical guidance and support to officers, ensuring high-quality decision making What You Will Need Strong knowledge of Housing Act 1996 (Part VI & VII) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Proven experience managing Section 202 Reviews Experience handling Stage 2 complaints and dealing with the Housing Ombudsman Background in allocations and/or homelessness services within a Local Authority Experience managing complex cases involving suitability, discharge of duty, and housing needs Ability to manage workloads, prioritise effectively, and drive service improvements Strong written skills, particularly in producing robust and defensible decisions
We are recruiting on behalf of a local authority for an experienced Housing Allocations Officer to join a high-performing team responsible for delivering fair, transparent and legally compliant housing services. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled casework and complaints professional to apply their expertise in a regulated, customer-focused environment, supporting individuals and families in accessing housing services. About the Role You will manage a varied and often complex caseload, ensuring housing applications, allocations and associated enquiries are handled efficiently, sensitively and in line with policy and legislation. The role requires strong analytical ability, sound judgement and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes, particularly when dealing with vulnerable individuals or sensitive cases. Key Responsibilities of a Housing Allocations Officer: Manage housing applications, assessments and allocations in accordance with legislation and local policy Investigate and resolve complex or escalated housing cases, complaints and disputes Produce clear, accurate case records, decision letters and reports Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, safeguarding requirements and service standards Liaise with internal teams, external partners and stakeholders to support effective service delivery Identify trends, risks and service issues, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives Support customers with empathy and professionalism, particularly in sensitive or high-risk situations About You: Experience managing complex, high-volume caseloads Excellent written communication skills, including report writing and decision-making documentation Strong understanding of fairness, compliance and evidence-based decision making Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism Analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and improve service delivery Experience working with vulnerable individuals and applying safeguarding principles Desirable Experience for this Housing Allocations Officer role: Experience within housing allocations, homelessness services or local government Knowledge of relevant housing legislation and policy frameworks Background in complaints handling, investigations or legal/regulatory work Role Benefits: Hybrid working - 2 days in the office 3 days WFH In person training provided Competitive hourly rate 5 month contract If this Housing Allocations Officer position is of interest, please apply or contact (url removed)
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
We are recruiting on behalf of a local authority for an experienced Housing Allocations Officer to join a high-performing team responsible for delivering fair, transparent and legally compliant housing services. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled casework and complaints professional to apply their expertise in a regulated, customer-focused environment, supporting individuals and families in accessing housing services. About the Role You will manage a varied and often complex caseload, ensuring housing applications, allocations and associated enquiries are handled efficiently, sensitively and in line with policy and legislation. The role requires strong analytical ability, sound judgement and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes, particularly when dealing with vulnerable individuals or sensitive cases. Key Responsibilities of a Housing Allocations Officer: Manage housing applications, assessments and allocations in accordance with legislation and local policy Investigate and resolve complex or escalated housing cases, complaints and disputes Produce clear, accurate case records, decision letters and reports Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, safeguarding requirements and service standards Liaise with internal teams, external partners and stakeholders to support effective service delivery Identify trends, risks and service issues, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives Support customers with empathy and professionalism, particularly in sensitive or high-risk situations About You: Experience managing complex, high-volume caseloads Excellent written communication skills, including report writing and decision-making documentation Strong understanding of fairness, compliance and evidence-based decision making Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism Analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and improve service delivery Experience working with vulnerable individuals and applying safeguarding principles Desirable Experience for this Housing Allocations Officer role: Experience within housing allocations, homelessness services or local government Knowledge of relevant housing legislation and policy frameworks Background in complaints handling, investigations or legal/regulatory work Role Benefits: Hybrid working - 2 days in the office 3 days WFH In person training provided Competitive hourly rate 5 month contract If this Housing Allocations Officer position is of interest, please apply or contact (url removed)
Locality Manager (North East) Location: North East (e.g. Leeds, Bradford, Leicester, Coventry, Cambridge) Salary: £55,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and a service they can rely on. We re looking for an experienced Locality Manager to lead housing services across the North East (e.g. Leeds, Bradford, Leicester, Coventry, Cambridge), ensuring our customers receive high quality, responsive and personalised support. About the role: As a Locality Manager, you ll be responsible for the operational delivery of housing services across your locality. You ll lead tenancy and neighbourhood management, champion excellent customer experience, and work closely with colleagues and partner organisations to build safe, inclusive and thriving communities. You ll also play a key leadership role - coaching, mentoring and developing Housing Officers and frontline colleagues to achieve high performance, confident decision making and strong customer outcomes. What you ll be doing: Leading tenancy services including allocations, tenancy management and enforcement Managing neighbourhoods to ensure estates are clean, safe and well maintained Supporting customers with complex needs through effective case management and multi agency working Championing complaint resolution and using learning to continuously improve services Ensuring services are compliant with housing legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory standards Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities and partners Using performance data and KPIs to drive service improvements and customer satisfaction Line managing Housing Officers and embedding a culture of coaching, development and accountability Contributing to service planning, area based initiatives and wider organisational priorities You ll need: Experience in housing management or community services A solid understanding of tenancy law, housing regulation and safeguarding Proven experience coaching and developing high performing teams Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills The ability to analyse performance information and use data to improve outcomes Experience of leading teams, managing performance and handling complex situations with professionalism and empathy Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Locality Manager (North East) Location: North East (e.g. Leeds, Bradford, Leicester, Coventry, Cambridge) Salary: £55,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and a service they can rely on. We re looking for an experienced Locality Manager to lead housing services across the North East (e.g. Leeds, Bradford, Leicester, Coventry, Cambridge), ensuring our customers receive high quality, responsive and personalised support. About the role: As a Locality Manager, you ll be responsible for the operational delivery of housing services across your locality. You ll lead tenancy and neighbourhood management, champion excellent customer experience, and work closely with colleagues and partner organisations to build safe, inclusive and thriving communities. You ll also play a key leadership role - coaching, mentoring and developing Housing Officers and frontline colleagues to achieve high performance, confident decision making and strong customer outcomes. What you ll be doing: Leading tenancy services including allocations, tenancy management and enforcement Managing neighbourhoods to ensure estates are clean, safe and well maintained Supporting customers with complex needs through effective case management and multi agency working Championing complaint resolution and using learning to continuously improve services Ensuring services are compliant with housing legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory standards Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities and partners Using performance data and KPIs to drive service improvements and customer satisfaction Line managing Housing Officers and embedding a culture of coaching, development and accountability Contributing to service planning, area based initiatives and wider organisational priorities You ll need: Experience in housing management or community services A solid understanding of tenancy law, housing regulation and safeguarding Proven experience coaching and developing high performing teams Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills The ability to analyse performance information and use data to improve outcomes Experience of leading teams, managing performance and handling complex situations with professionalism and empathy Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Locality Manager (Central) Location: Central area (e.g. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes, Cherwell, Warwick) Salary: £55,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and a service they can rely on. We re looking for an experienced Locality Manager to lead housing services across the Central area (e.g. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes, Cherwell, Warwick), ensuring our customers receive high quality, responsive and personalised support. About the role: As a Locality Manager, you ll be responsible for the operational delivery of housing services across your locality. You ll lead tenancy and neighbourhood management, champion excellent customer experience, and work closely with colleagues and partner organisations to build safe, inclusive and thriving communities. You ll also play a key leadership role - coaching, mentoring and developing Housing Officers and frontline colleagues to achieve high performance, confident decision making and strong customer outcomes. What you ll be doing: • Leading tenancy services including allocations, tenancy management and enforcement • Managing neighbourhoods to ensure estates are clean, safe and well maintained • Supporting customers with complex needs through effective case management and multi agency working • Championing complaint resolution and using learning to continuously improve services • Ensuring services are compliant with housing legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory standards • Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities and partners • Using performance data and KPIs to drive service improvements and customer satisfaction • Line managing Housing Officers and embedding a culture of coaching, development and accountability • Contributing to service planning, area based initiatives and wider organisational priorities You ll need: • Experience in housing management or community services • A solid understanding of tenancy law, housing regulation and safeguarding • Proven experience coaching and developing high performing teams • Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills • The ability to analyse performance information and use data to improve outcomes • Experience of leading teams, managing performance and handling complex situations with professionalism and empathy Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Locality Manager (Central) Location: Central area (e.g. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes, Cherwell, Warwick) Salary: £55,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and a service they can rely on. We re looking for an experienced Locality Manager to lead housing services across the Central area (e.g. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes, Cherwell, Warwick), ensuring our customers receive high quality, responsive and personalised support. About the role: As a Locality Manager, you ll be responsible for the operational delivery of housing services across your locality. You ll lead tenancy and neighbourhood management, champion excellent customer experience, and work closely with colleagues and partner organisations to build safe, inclusive and thriving communities. You ll also play a key leadership role - coaching, mentoring and developing Housing Officers and frontline colleagues to achieve high performance, confident decision making and strong customer outcomes. What you ll be doing: • Leading tenancy services including allocations, tenancy management and enforcement • Managing neighbourhoods to ensure estates are clean, safe and well maintained • Supporting customers with complex needs through effective case management and multi agency working • Championing complaint resolution and using learning to continuously improve services • Ensuring services are compliant with housing legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory standards • Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities and partners • Using performance data and KPIs to drive service improvements and customer satisfaction • Line managing Housing Officers and embedding a culture of coaching, development and accountability • Contributing to service planning, area based initiatives and wider organisational priorities You ll need: • Experience in housing management or community services • A solid understanding of tenancy law, housing regulation and safeguarding • Proven experience coaching and developing high performing teams • Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills • The ability to analyse performance information and use data to improve outcomes • Experience of leading teams, managing performance and handling complex situations with professionalism and empathy Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an Allocations Officer for a Local Authority Client in Berkshire. In this role, you will assess housing needs, manage applications, and allocate social housing fairly and efficiently to support residents in Slough. Duties: Assess housing register applications and determine eligibility, priority, and banding. Allocate social housing, including direct matching for vulnerable or complex cases. Maintain accurate records and run reports on the housing register and voids. Conduct home visits to verify applicant circumstances and provide tenancy support. Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Experience working in a customer-focused role, supporting vulnerable individuals. Experience assessing applications and making decisions in line with legislation and policy. Experience maintaining accurate records and using housing IT systems (e.g., NEC, Civica, Jigsaw). Experience liaising with colleagues, external agencies, and professional partners. What's on offer: Salary: 25ph may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience Contract type: 3-6 months minimum Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week How to apply: Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on (phone number removed). INDSCGTK
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an Allocations Officer for a Local Authority Client in Berkshire. In this role, you will assess housing needs, manage applications, and allocate social housing fairly and efficiently to support residents in Slough. Duties: Assess housing register applications and determine eligibility, priority, and banding. Allocate social housing, including direct matching for vulnerable or complex cases. Maintain accurate records and run reports on the housing register and voids. Conduct home visits to verify applicant circumstances and provide tenancy support. Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Experience working in a customer-focused role, supporting vulnerable individuals. Experience assessing applications and making decisions in line with legislation and policy. Experience maintaining accurate records and using housing IT systems (e.g., NEC, Civica, Jigsaw). Experience liaising with colleagues, external agencies, and professional partners. What's on offer: Salary: 25ph may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience Contract type: 3-6 months minimum Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week How to apply: Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on (phone number removed). INDSCGTK
Vivid's client in the North West is currently looking for an experienced Housing Triage Officer for a minimum of 6 months with the option to be extended for a further 6 months depending on experience. - Housing Triage Officer - North West - 6 months - 20 - 25 per hour - Start ASAP The Housing Triage Officer will assess complex housing applications in line with the Housing Act legislation. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following: Knowledge of the relevant legislation relating to homelessness and housing need, with particular knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 part VII and the Homeless Reduction Act 2017. Understanding the Allocations Policy Working experience in the assessment of more complex homeless applications for persons who present themselves Demonstrable experience of making recommendations and decisions under the relevant housing legislation. Able to work in a fast paced environment
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
Vivid's client in the North West is currently looking for an experienced Housing Triage Officer for a minimum of 6 months with the option to be extended for a further 6 months depending on experience. - Housing Triage Officer - North West - 6 months - 20 - 25 per hour - Start ASAP The Housing Triage Officer will assess complex housing applications in line with the Housing Act legislation. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following: Knowledge of the relevant legislation relating to homelessness and housing need, with particular knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 part VII and the Homeless Reduction Act 2017. Understanding the Allocations Policy Working experience in the assessment of more complex homeless applications for persons who present themselves Demonstrable experience of making recommendations and decisions under the relevant housing legislation. Able to work in a fast paced environment
