Private Sector Housing Officer – closing date 16.06.2026
Salary: £35,310 – £39,144 pa, depending on skills and experience. Plus lease car subsidy or cash alternative of £2,080 pa. Permanent – 37 hours per week, worked over 4 or 5 days. Part‑time applications considered.
Location: Ashford, Kent.
Private Sector Housing Team at Ashford Borough Council.
The team ensures housing standards remain safe for all residents. You will investigate housing complaints, carry out inspections and work with landlords, tenants and partners to raise standards and deliver better health outcomes. The role includes enforcement work, administering housing grants and loans, supporting energy efficiency initiatives and helping bring empty properties back into use.
Responsibilities
You will conduct site visits, inspect properties in varied and sometimes challenging conditions, and manage a varied caseload and complex situations. Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Qualifications
You should hold a Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) qualification or be willing to work towards it and have:
* An appreciation of housing hazards
* A sound understanding of housing hazards and construction defects
* Confidence in investigating cases and making evidence‑based decisions
* Ability to manage a varied caseload and complex situations
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Enjoy working both independently and as part of a small, friendly team
Benefits
* Competitive remuneration package
* Excellent salary linked pension scheme
* Generous annual leave with flexi‑time
* Free life insurance
* Supportive relocation package
* Opportunities for training and development
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Gary Clarke, Team Leader (Private Sector Housing) on 01233 330624.
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