Housing Accommodation Officer
Location: Folkestone & Hythe, Kent
Contract: Temporary 3 months from start date
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
Pay: £17.42 - £19.64 per hour (DOE) (£33,603 - £37,889 pro rata)
Mileage: Paid at 0.45p per mile
Ready for a role where no two days are the same? We are looking for a dynamic, tech‑savvy Housing Accommodation Officer to join our team and help deliver essential Temporary Accommodation services. This is a fast‑paced, hands‑on role where your strong IT skills will be front and centre, keeping systems updated, managing records, and responding quickly to changing needs.
From setting up properties to arranging placements at short notice, you will play a key role in supporting vulnerable residents and ensuring accommodation runs smoothly.
What You'll Be Doing
* Assisting the council with setting up council owned Temporary Accommodation to a lettable standard
* Conducting spot checks and fire alarm checks
* Managing inventories, check‑ins, and check‑outs (often at short notice)
* Handling Temporary Accommodation‑related issues quickly and efficiently
* Liaising with external providers to secure accommodation fast
* Supporting the wider housing team as needed
What We're Looking For
* Strong IT skills are essential – confident using systems and quick to learn new software
* Full UK driving licence and access to your own car – essential
* Ability to attend sites at short notice (must live locally)
* Awareness of safeguarding and how to report concerns
* Highly organised with great attention to detail
* Experience in housing, homelessness, or property management is desirable
Bring your skills and make a difference. If you are tech‑confident, proactive, and ready to hit the ground running, this is your chance to step into a rewarding role where your work has a real impact every day.
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