Interim Housing Standards Officer
Based in the South East, on site working, Inside IR35
Length: 3 months
We are supporting a District Council in the South East to engage with a professional Environmental Health Officer to join their Housing Standards Team.
You will have hands on involvement in improving housing conditions, supporting vulnerable residents and contributing to a high‑performing environmental health service.
Key Responsibilities of the Housing Standards Officer:
1. Lead on the administration of Disabled Facility Grants and investigate housing complaints
2. Work collaboratively with colleagues and managers to help the Housing Standards Team deliver high‑quality, customer‑focused services
3. Inspecting properties to assess the feasibility and suitability of proposed adaptations in line with the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 and associated regulations
4. Providing clear advice and guidance to homeowners, tenants, landlords, Occupational Therapists, Social Services, Planning and Building Control
5. Identifying and exploring practical alternatives where recommended adaptations are not reasonable or practicable
Skills, experience and knowledge required of the Housing Standards Officer:
6. Qualification BTEC, HND) in surveying, Environmental Health or another Housing related subject
7. High level of literacy and numeracy
8. Knowledgeable in housing legislation, HMO licensing, and environmental health principles
*Venn Group’s “Recommendation Scheme”: if you recommend a candidate who is subsequently placed by Venn Group (for a minimum of 2 weeks) you will be eligible for vouchers from a choice of high street organisations