Directorate : Housing, Regeneration and Operations Section : Private Sector Housing Team Location : Civic Centre Grade : Level 11 Salary : £41,771 -£45,091 per annum Hours : 37 hours per week This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants. Job Role: This post forms part of the Council’s Housing Enforcement Team. Under the Housing Act 2004, the Local Authority has a duty to ensure that private sector housing meets minimum standards. This role plays a vital part in supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our community, ensuring they have access to safe and adequate housing. Key Responsibilities: Investigating housing complaints and undertaking enforcement action. Assessing and licensing Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and caravan sites. Conducting inspections to identify disrepair and housing hazards. Taking formal enforcement action to ensure compliance with housing legislation. What We’re Looking For: A relevant Degree in Environmental Health. A solid understanding of housing legislation, guidance, and the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Strong communication and organisational skills to manage a diverse and demanding caseload. A commitment to delivering high standards of customer service. Strong background in Housing Enforcement- the service of notices, Civil penalties and Prosecution work Training and support will be provided to help you develop your expertise and confidence in the role. Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.