Pertemps are delighted to be working with our public sector client to recruit a Housing Assistant on a temporary basis.
Role: Housing Assistant
Location: East Edinburgh
Hours: Monday to Friday (36 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £14.02 per hour
Duration: Temporary ongoing
Start Date: Immediate
This post requires a Basic Disclosure check which will cost £25.
This role sits within a busy housing service and supports Housing Officers with the day-to-day administration involved in allocating and managing housing stock across the city.
Why Join This Role?
Be part of a friendly and dedicated housing team supporting residents across Edinburgh.
Gain valuable public sector housing experience in a fast-paced, practical environment.
Play a key role in helping people move into suitable long-term accommodation.
Enjoy an inclusive workplace with opportunities to learn and develop housing knowledge.
What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting direct lets across public sector stock, Wheatley Homes and Housing Associations
Assisting Housing Officers with a range of administrative tasks
Reviewing lists of people in temporary accommodation to identify suitable nominations for available properties
Contacting suitable applicants by phone to discuss potential housing offers
Managing email correspondence and responding to enquiries
Navigating internal housing systems and updating records accurately
Maintaining spreadsheets and updating information using Excel
Providing general administrative support to the housing team as required
This role involves regular contact with applicants and colleagues, requiring a professional, clear and empathetic approach.
What We’re Looking For
Proven administrative experience in a busy office or customer-focused environment
Comfortable and confident speaking to people on the phone
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (updating spreadsheets) and Outlook
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines
A proactive, reliable and team-focused approachDesirable:
Experience within housing, allocations, or a local authority environment
What’s In It For You?
A meaningful role within a respected public sector organisation
Supportive team environment with hands-on housing experience
Ongoing temporary assignment with potential for longer-term opportunities
Interested?
If you’re organised, confident on the phone, and keen to support people into suitable housing, apply online today – we’d love to hear from you