Private Sector Housing Officer
£Permanent
Cirencester/Coleford Agile & Homeworking
We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Private Sector Housing Officer to join our team. This role is central to improving housing standards across the private sector through a combination of advice, inspection, regulation, and enforcement.
In the role of Private Sector Housing Officer you will play a key role in regulating landlord and tenant matters, overseeing Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), and managing caravan and campsite licensing. Your work will directly contribute to safeguarding public health and improving living conditions within the community. We are looking for someone who is confident, resilient, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes in a challenging and rewarding environment.
Deliver a comprehensive Private Sector Housing service, including housing standards, HMOs, and licensing of caravans and campsites
Investigate complex housing and public health cases
A qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or A-Level
A recognised qualification in Private Sector Housing, Environmental Health, or a related field
Strong experience in assessing complex situations and carrying out inspections
A full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes
Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working
~ Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)
~27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice
~ Renewed again for another year there is a health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care
~ Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of up to 7% of your earnings
~ Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues
~ Cycle to work scheme
~ Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars
~ Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary
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