External candidates applying for this role must be a Rochdale Resident who lives within the municipal boundaries of the Borough of Rochdale (i.e where the household pays council tax to Rochdale Borough Council).
We’re looking for a motivated and organised Accommodation Support Assistant to join our Strategic Housing team. This role supports the delivery of temporary accommodation services for families experiencing homelessness, helping to coordinate repairs, manage communications, and maintain accurate records. It’s a fast-paced and rewarding role where you’ll make a real difference to people’s lives.
About you
You’ll bring strong administrative skills, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to manage competing priorities. You’ll be confident using IT systems, working independently, and communicating with a wide range of people. We’re looking for someone who shares our valuesproud of the difference we make, passionate about diversity, and pioneering in their approach. If you’re flexible, organised, and committed to supporting vulnerable families, we’d love to hear from you.
About us
Strategic Housing is part of Rochdale Borough Council’s Economy & Place service. We work in solidarity with our communities to provide safe, supportive housing solutions. You’ll be joining a team that values trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer flexible working, development opportunities, and a supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff to share this commitment.
To apply for this job role, please upload your CV with a supporting statement that provides examples of how you meet the 5 person specification criteria of the job role.
We suggest that when completing your supporting statement, you use the person specification criteria as headings then give a specific example. You must meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted. Please ensure you anonymise your CV and supporting statement.
Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
If you are interested in what we are offering and have the skills we are looking for, we want to hear from you.
To discuss the post further, please contact Kelly Baron Temporary Accommodation & Move On Manager (Family Homelessness) on 01706 924486
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role
In accordance with Section 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 this post requires the ability to converse at ease with the members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English
Shortlisting will take place week commencing 1 September 2025
Interviews will be held week commencing 15 September 2025
Smith Street, Rochdale, OL16 1XU, United Kingdom
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