Job Description
Housing Officer
Islington
Temp
Part Time – 26 Hours
Join a forward-thinking Housing Association in Islington as a Specialist Housing Officer, supporting older residents and delivering a high-quality housing management service. THE ROLE
As a Specialist Housing Officer, you will deliver a responsive, resident-focused service within the Older Adults Schemes, helping to sustain tenancies, improve wellbeing, and support independent living.
1. Carry out assessments for referred residents and coordinate viewings and lettings
2. Conduct tenancy sign-ups and create tailored housing and wellbeing plans
3. Assist residents with maximising income and accessing benefits
4. Liaise with care agencies and build professional partnerships
5. Ensure health and safety standards are maintained in homes and communal areas
6. Support tenancy management and investigate breaches
7. Promote resident engagement through events and meetings
8. Handle queries and complaints to ensure a positive resident experience
THE CANDIDATE
We’re looking for someone with previous experience in a similar housing role, ideally within supported or older persons’ housing schemes.
9. Experience delivering housing management or tenancy support services
10. Strong understanding of welfare benefits and income maximisation
11. Skilled in partnership working with external support and care agencies
12. Able to work independently with a high level of professionalism
13. Excellent time management and problem-solving abilities
THE CONTRACT
Working Hours: Tuesday–Thursday (9am–5pm), Friday (9am–2pm), 26 hours per week
Length of Contract: 3-month contract, with potential for extension
The pay for the role is £15.66 per hour LTD company rate. The PAYE equivalent is £13.44 per hour, inclusive of holiday.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please apply directly or email bethany.wiles@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208 966 and ask for Beth for more info
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!