Place & Economic Growth
Communities Directorate
PRS Resettlement Support Officer
Ref: 000961
Contract: Fixed Term (12 Months)
Salary: £31,537 - £34,434 per annum (Grade 5)
Hours: 36.66 per week
Based: Civic Centre, West Street, Oldham, OL1 1UT
Closing Date: Sunday 7th September 2025
Shortlisting & Interview Dates: TBC
Role Overview:
* Work with households needing resettlement support to maximize tenancy sustainment.
* Assist individuals, especially those in vulnerable situations, to secure and maintain suitable private rented accommodation.
* Conduct in-depth assessments using various tools to identify root causes of tenancy problems.
* Develop joint action plans with families/individuals to address underlying issues and improve tenancy outcomes.
* Implement interventions to support resettlement needs and reduce dependency on services.
* Record and manage information accurately in appropriate systems.
* Generate reports demonstrating performance and tenancy sustainment outcomes.
Key Requirements:
* Experience working with households requiring resettlement support.
* Ability to help individuals in vulnerable situations secure and sustain private rented accommodation.
* Proficiency in conducting comprehensive assessments to identify tenancy issues.
* Capability to facilitate interventions addressing resettlement needs.
If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this in your application.
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
About Us:
Our vision is for Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighborhoods with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives and a sustainable economy. We focus on three key missions: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing.
We invite candidates who support our ambitions and encourage you to review our Corporate Plan: Ready for the Future and Oldham Plan.
Our Values and Behaviours:
Driven by innovation, investment in our people, and community support, we embody the values ‘Proud, Ambitious, and Together’, guiding our culture and decision-making. Our five behavioural standards are:
* Work with a resident focus
* Support local leaders
* Be committed to the borough
* Deliver high performance
* Take ownership and drive change
More details are available on our greater.jobs Oldham page.
Benefits:
Oldham Council offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* 25 days annual leave, increasing after 5 and 10 years of service
* Option to purchase additional leave
* LGPS pension scheme with voluntary contributions
* Discounted gym memberships
* Staff discount schemes for shopping, entertainment, and travel
* Salary sacrifice schemes and Cycle to Work
* Wellbeing support, including Mental Health First Aiders and an Employment Assistance Programme
* Recognition and celebration events, peer support groups
Inclusive Recruitment:
We support flexible working and workplace adjustments. Applicants with disabilities, those previously in or currently in care, carers, or Armed Forces veterans who meet the role criteria are guaranteed assessment under our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme.
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Important:
Vacancies may be withdrawn if a suitable internal candidate at risk of redundancy is identified before an offer is made.
We value authentic applications and ask you to ensure your application reflects your true skills and enthusiasm, especially if using AI tools.
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