Do you have the skills and dedication to provide essential support and liaison services within the Housing Service? If so, West Berkshire Council has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Traveller Liaison Officer.
The Role
Responsibilities
As the Traveller Liaison Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Housing Service by providing expert liaison and support to the Traveller and Gypsy community. Reporting to the Housing Strategy Development and Review Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
* Acting as the primary point of contact, ensuring their needs and concerns are effectively communicated and addressed.
* Providing advice and support to individuals regarding housing options, rights, and entitlements.
* Working collaboratively with other services and agencies to facilitate access to appropriate support and services.
* Conducting site visits and inspections, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
* Assisting in the development and implementation of initiatives aimed at improving the living conditions and opportunities for all.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with Travellers, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
* Sound knowledge and understanding of the issues facing the Traveller and Gypsy community, including relevant legislation and rights.
* Experience in providing advice and support in a housing-related context.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritise effectively.
* Proactive and solution-focused, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
West Berkshire Council Offer Excellent Employment Benefits Such As
* Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of
* Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
* Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
* Generous Local Government pension scheme
* Family friendly policies
* A range of local discounts
* Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
* You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you would like to learn more about this role, please contact Claire Alexander on or email for an informal discussion.
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Equal Opportunities
The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How To Apply
Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.
This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.
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