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Role : Private Sector Housing Officer - London Borough of Harrow Location : Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT Pay : £26.12 - £29.65 per hour (Umbrella) Contract : Full time, temporary assignment Start : ASAP About the Role: London Borough of Harrow is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy Private Sector Housing team. You'll play a key role in improving housing standards across the borough, ensuring residents live in safe, healthy, and well managed homes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical knowledge of housing legislation and a passion for protecting tenants' rights. Key Responsibilities: Carry out inspections of privately rented properties using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Identify hazards, assess risks, and determine the most appropriate enforcement action. Manage and enforce HMO licensing, selective licensing, and additional licensing schemes. Investigate complaints relating to disrepair, overcrowding, illegal eviction, and landlord harassment. Prepare and serve statutory notices, civil penalties, and other enforcement actions under the Housing Act 2004 and related legislation. Provide advice and guidance to landlords, tenants, and managing agents on legal responsibilities and best practice. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners including Environmental Health, Fire Services, and Social Care. Maintain accurate case records, evidence files, and reports to support enforcement decisions. Skills & Experience Required: Strong working knowledge of housing legislation, including HHSRS, HMO regulations, and enforcement powers. Experience conducting property inspections and preparing enforcement notices. Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies. A background in Environmental Health, Housing Standards, or similar regulatory roles is highly desirable. HHSRS certification is preferred (or willingness to work towards it). About Pertemps: Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been a trusted name in staffing solutions for nearly 60 years. Recognised as an Investor in People and consistently ranked among The Sunday Times' Best 100 Companies to Work For (14 years running), Pertemps is committed to supporting your career development and job satisfaction. About Harrow: The London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest borough in London, celebrated for its cultural diversity and excellent transport links. Located just 10 miles from Central London, Harrow offers quick access to Euston (13 minutes via Harrow & Wealdstone station), the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, national rail services, and major roads including the M1, M25, and A406. Important Notice: Your personal information may be shared with Cifas to help prevent fraud and unlawful conduct. If fraudulent activity is detected, it may affect access to services or employment. For more details, please visit

Role : Private Sector Housing Officer - London Borough of Harrow Location : Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT Pay : 26.12 - 29.65 per hour (Umbrella) Contract : Full time, temporary assignment Start : ASAP About the Role: London Borough of Harrow is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy Private Sector Housing team. You'll play a key role in improving housing standards across the borough, ensuring residents live in safe, healthy, and well managed homes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical knowledge of housing legislation and a passion for protecting tenants' rights. Key Responsibilities: Carry out inspections of privately rented properties using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Identify hazards, assess risks, and determine the most appropriate enforcement action. Manage and enforce HMO licensing, selective licensing, and additional licensing schemes. Investigate complaints relating to disrepair, overcrowding, illegal eviction, and landlord harassment. Prepare and serve statutory notices, civil penalties, and other enforcement actions under the Housing Act 2004 and related legislation. Provide advice and guidance to landlords, tenants, and managing agents on legal responsibilities and best practice. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners including Environmental Health, Fire Services, and Social Care. Maintain accurate case records, evidence files, and reports to support enforcement decisions. Skills & Experience Required: Strong working knowledge of housing legislation, including HHSRS, HMO regulations, and enforcement powers. Experience conducting property inspections and preparing enforcement notices. Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies. A background in Environmental Health, Housing Standards, or similar regulatory roles is highly desirable. HHSRS certification is preferred (or willingness to work towards it). About Pertemps: Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been a trusted name in staffing solutions for nearly 60 years. Recognised as an Investor in People and consistently ranked among The Sunday Times' Best 100 Companies to Work For (14 years running), Pertemps is committed to supporting your career development and job satisfaction. About Harrow: The London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest borough in London, celebrated for its cultural diversity and excellent transport links. Located just 10 miles from Central London, Harrow offers quick access to Euston (13 minutes via Harrow & Wealdstone station), the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, national rail services, and major roads including the M1, M25, and A406. Important Notice: Your personal information may be shared with Cifas to help prevent fraud and unlawful conduct. If fraudulent activity is detected, it may affect access to services or employment. For more details, please visit (url removed)

We're recruiting an experienced Housing Enforcement Officer to join a proactive Private Sector Housing team focused on improving standards across the private rented sector and ensuring landlords comply with housing legislation. This is an enforcement-focused role where you will investigate poor housing conditions, carry out HHSRS inspections and take appropriate enforcement action where necessary. The successful candidate will play a key role in protecting tenants, tackling rogue landlords and improving the quality of privately rented accommodation across the borough. The Role Carry out inspections of private rented properties including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Undertake Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) inspections to identify hazards and assess risks. Investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions, disrepair, overcrowding and housing-related nuisance. Draft schedules of works and serve statutory notices to ensure compliance with housing legislation. Prepare enforcement cases and undertake formal action including civil penalties, prosecutions and rent repayment orders where appropriate. Investigate allegations of harassment and illegal eviction under the Protection from Eviction Act 1977. Interview individuals under caution where necessary and prepare evidence for legal proceedings. Attend court or tribunal hearings and present evidence where required. Support the licensing and regulation of Houses in Multiple Occupation, ensuring compliance with HMO licensing requirements and management regulations. Identify unlicensed HMOs and take action to improve housing standards across the private rented sector. Liaise with landlords, letting agents and tenants to resolve housing issues and encourage compliance. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners including Planning, Environmental Health, Police, Fire Service and Housing Options services. Maintain accurate case records and management information using housing IT systems. Contribute to wider service initiatives aimed at improving housing conditions and protecting vulnerable tenants. Key Requirements Current experience carrying out HHSRS property inspections within the private rented sector. Certificate of competency in the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Strong knowledge of housing legislation including the Housing Acts, HMO licensing and enforcement powers available to local authorities. Experience investigating housing complaints and undertaking enforcement action relating to poor housing conditions. Understanding of legislation relating to illegal eviction and tenant protection. Ability to prepare enforcement cases and produce clear, accurate documentation. Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work effectively with landlords, tenants and partner agencies. Ability to manage a complex caseload and prioritise effectively to meet service targets. Strong IT literacy including case management systems and Microsoft Office. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use. Desirable experience of presenting cases at the First-tier Property Tribunal (Housing). Ability to work from the office at least three days per week. 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 Enforcement Officers, Private Sector Housing Officers and Environmental Health professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. 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.

Description Our local government clients in Haringey, Greater London, are seeking a Civil Enforcement Officer to ensure the effective enforcement of parking regulations within the borough's Special Parking Areas and Controlled Parking Zones. To be an ambassador for promoting good relations with all members of the public and to ensure that the borough is represented professionally and positively. Responsibilities To enforce parking and footway restrictions as required. To patrol a specified beat/area, the required number of times per shift, as instructed by the parking team leader. To operate a handheld computer to issue Penalty Charge Notices (PCN) to all vehicles contravening parking regulations. To advise and assist members of the public in relation to the Parking Enforcement policy and primary objectives, ensuring excellent standards of customer care. To authorise vehicles for removal in accordance with the removal criteria. To report faulty or missing street furniture, defects to parking lines and signs, and abandoned vehicles. Qualifications Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. The City & Guilds 1950 Parking Enforcement or NVQ level 2 in controlling parking areas (desirable). A full driving license (desirable). Advanced Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Social Media and CRM. Criteria for Shortlisting - About You - What We're Looking for in the Ideal Candidate: 12 months' experience of working face-to-face with the public (essential). 12 months' experience working as a Civil Enforcement Officer (essential). Communicating clearly and tactfully when dealing with the public (essential). Dealing with customers who may be upset, angry or aggressive (essential). The ability to write clearly and legibly when making manual records (essential). Be able to use handheld computers to input, check and update information (essential). Basic numeracy (essential). Be physically fit and able to patrol on foot in all weather conditions, and to work weekends and evenings (essential) Compliance Requirements 3 Years References Enhanced DBS & barred list check Willing to engage in the Pre-Engagement Questionnaire and mandatory pre-screening application process. Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public-sector provider, is acting as the employment Business for this vacancy. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.

Job Advert - Civil Enforcement Officer (Parking Enforcement) Local Authority North London A Local Authority in North London is seeking an experienced Civil Enforcement Officer to support parking enforcement operations across the borough. This is a frontline, public-facing role focused on ensuring compliance within Special Parking Areas (SPAs) and Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs) , while delivering a professional, customer-focused service to residents, businesses, and visitors. Assignment Details Contract Length: 10 months (ongoing assignment) Pay Rate: 20.95 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 40 hours per week Location: North London Closing Date: 28/02/2026 at 09:00am The Role You will be responsible for enforcing parking and footway regulations, issuing Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs), and acting as an ambassador for the local authority at all times. The role requires a calm, professional approach when dealing with members of the public, including in challenging situations. Key Responsibilities Enforce parking regulations within SPAs and CPZs Patrol allocated beats as instructed by supervisors Issue PCNs using handheld enforcement devices Provide clear advice and assistance to the public Authorise vehicle removals in line with policy Report defects, abandoned vehicles, and faulty signage Maintain accurate written and photographic evidence Adhere to Health & Safety, Data Protection, and Equality policies Attend court or adjudication hearings when required Essential Requirements Previous experience as a Civil Enforcement Officer Local authority, council, or housing association experience only Experience dealing face-to-face with the public Ability to manage conflict calmly and professionally Confident use of handheld enforcement technology Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and shifts Desirable City & Guilds 1950 Parking Enforcement or NVQ Level 2 Full UK driving licence Please note: A DBS check will be required. Apply today for a confidential discussion. Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Black Country Women's Aid Let us introduce ourselves Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. Centre for the Analysis of Exploitation (CeAnEx) The Engagement Officer will join CeAnEx, and its highly regarded Community Engagement Project, run by Black Country Women's Aid. The Centre, based within BCWA, does innovative work to identify and support women who are sexually exploited in the West Midlands. We are a small, passionate team working on the ground in communities, and we combine this with open source intelligence and traditional academic research methods to identify victims of organised crime. Although we are an independent charity, we work closely with law enforcement and partner agencies. Our work is at the cutting edge, helping to develop new perspectives on human trafficking and sexual exploitation in the UK and beyond. Job Role Job Title: Engagement Officer (Romani-speaker) Position available: Temporary part-time position (16 hours per week) until end of March 2026. Salary: £12,948.48 pro rata (£30,348.00 FTE) Is this you? We are looking for a candidate who can speak English and Romani. The ability to speak Romanian is also beneficial. Experience of working with vulnerable people is an advantage. The Role: This is a unique, exciting and rewarding role, allowing the successful candidate to make a significant contribution to tackling exploitation. You will be involved in a variety of activities, including (but not limited to): Improving our cultural awareness when working with Roma women. Visits to sex work locations throughout the West Midlands Support for victims Involvement in BCWA's FCDO-funded Romania Project, aimed at tackling the trafficking of women from Romania to the UK To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. Informal enquiries can be made with Louise Brown, CeAnEx's Director. Please contact to arrange a call. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions. Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UK Under Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, as a responsible employer, we need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidates' documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher GP or health visitor a character reference from a person who knows you a civil servant from a government agency a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level.

About the Role: One of my local governmet clients is seeking a highly organised and experienced Complaints Officer to join its Parking Debt and Complaints Team . This role is essential in supporting the council's commitment to delivering a responsive and effective service within Parking Services and Network Management. Key Responsibilities: Responding to complaints, member enquiries, and PCN (Penalty Charge Notice) appeals, particularly at the Warrant of Control stage. Preparing and responding to legal documents such as Statements of Truth (SOT) , N244 applications , and liaising with the Traffic Enforcement Centre (TEC) and County Courts . Managing communications with Enforcement Agents , and addressing issues related to Breathing Space and Debt Relief Orders (DRO) . Monitoring and reconciling parking income and agent performance. Handling Stage 1 complaints and case correspondence efficiently and professionally. Applying relevant parking legislation including Civil Procedure Rules Part 75 (CPR 75) . Requirements: Prior experience in a local authority or parking enforcement setting. Strong understanding of parking legislation and legal recovery processes. Experience working with PCNs, TEC procedures, and court documentation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive and complex cases with discretion and accuracy. If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd.

Overview of the role As a member of the Parking debt and complaints team, they deliver a timely and effective service for the Parking and Network Management team and the wider council. Whether it is a complaint, a members enquiry or an appeal against a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) at the warrant stage where Enforcement Agents have been engaged, As well as reconciling and monitoring parking income and Enforcement Agent performance. Responsibilities and Duties To investigate and respond to all parking debt related correspondence, service complaints, members enquiries and late stage appeals against PCNs to the Traffic Enforcement Centre. This includes sending documents to TEC which is the court service's bulk centre for processing traffic and parking debts and warrants. To ensure other parking debt related enquiries are dealt with, in line with the statutory process and timescales, internal key performance indicators (KPIs), civil procedural rules (CPR 75) and the council's communication procedures to deliver a high standard of customer services to the residents and visitors of Southwark. To attend external Adjudication Hearings and give evidence and prepare proofs of evidence as required preparing and determining a plan for any complex cases highlighted in accordance with the legislation. To ensure that all incoming correspondence from the county court are logged and provide a statement of truth to the court to put in place the council's defence in regards to the claims made by the debtors. If you are interested in this role, please contact Josh Draycott on or (phone number removed) or with an updated CV. Referral Scheme If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer up to 500 in vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

The role Are you passionate about protecting the environment and making a lasting difference? We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Officer to join our dynamic Wrexham and Flintshire Environment Team -a team at the forefront of safeguarding Wales' natural resources. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the delivery of our water quality regulatory programme , working to prevent pollution, ensure compliance, and protect the health of our rivers and ecosystems. You will play a central role in incident response , helping to manage environmental emergencies that matter to communities, wildlife, and our shared future. Beyond day-to-day duties, this is a position of influence and leadership . You will guide and support your colleagues by providing expert technical advice, mentoring team members, and developing their skills in water quality regulation. You'll also take on complex investigations and shape practical solutions to some of the most pressing environmental challenges facing North Wales. Working at Natural Resources Wales (NRW) means being part of an organisation that's committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real impact . You'll collaborate with dedicated professionals across disciplines and with external partners, contributing to both local initiatives and national priorities . We value continuous learning and development -you'll have access to a wide range of resources and support to grow in your career. This role offers the chance to influence not just the current environmental landscape, but the legacy we leave behind. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the NRW office at the above location and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Liz Felton - Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date. About us The Wrexham and Flintshire Environment Team covers a broad range of operational and regulatory work, you will be working alongside people who are focused on regulating the water industry, people who are managing contracts to improve the condition of a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and people who are striving to improve the condition of our watercourses through regulation. Everyone in the team plays an important role in the response to Environmental Incidents, this can range from damage to a protected site, to a spill of chemicals from an industrial premises. What you will do Represent NRW in discussions with partner organisations. Act as technical mentor and advisor to team members. Closely assist Team Leader in the planning and delivery of compliance programme and enforcement. Take appropriate actions to collect evidence for enforcement purposes, in accordance with defined procedures. Where non-compliance is identified, determine and implement the most appropriate intervention option. Co-ordinate the technical development of team members. Play a key role in identifying opportunities for new Management Agreements and Partnership Projects to deliver NRW priorities at place. Play a senior role in supporting a resilient and competent NRW Incident Management Service that follows NRW process. Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post Be committed to Natural Resources Wales Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy , together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post Be committed to your own development through the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs). Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role. Your qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills In your application and interview you will be asked to demonstrate the following skills and experience using the STAR method. Hold a current full UK valid licence to drive NRW fleet vehicles (cars and vans). Welsh Language level requirements Please note if you do not meet the A1 requirement i.e., ability to understand basic phrases and ability to pronounce Welsh names correctly, then NRW offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal requirements during the course of your employment with us. Benefits This role will offer a range of benefits, including: Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97% (successful internal staff will remain in their current pension scheme) 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days generous leave entitlements for all your life needs commitment to professional development health and wellbeing benefits and support weekly wellbeing hour to use as you choose See full details for all the employee benefits you will receive. Please keep reading We're passionate about creating a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. We embrace equality of opportunity irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We are committed to equal opportunities, and we guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. We want to attract and retain talented and highly skilled staff, so we make sure that our pay scales remain competitive. We advertise the full pay scale on our job descriptions. Appointed candidates start at the first point of the pay scale and annual increments are paid each year. We want our staff to grow professionally and personally. From leadership development to access to further and higher education courses, our staff have opportunities to expand their knowledge on variety of topics, stay current in their field and continue to learn as their career progresses. We are a Bilingual organisation which complies with the Welsh Language Standards . Welsh language skills are considered an asset to NRW, and we encourage and support staff to learn, develop and use their Welsh language skills. , GGL, GRJ