Accomodation Officer

  • Newport, United Kingdom
  • Newport City Council
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Contract to start ASAP

Duration: 8 weeks with a possible extension.

Job Purpose

The postholder will be responsible for monitoring occupancy, managing tenancy and licence-related issues, undertaking occupancy inspections across Newport, supporting move-on activities, and contributing to the provision of safe and suitable accommodation for homeless households which includes face to face duty.

Skills

Previous experience working within a housing, homelessness, temporary accommodation, or supported housing environment.

Experience carrying out occupancy inspections or tenancy-related property visits.

Experience managing accommodation, tenancy, licence, or housing-related cases.

Strong administrative skills with experience drafting:

Formal letters

Warning notices

Eviction-related documentation

Case records and reports

Experience working with vulnerable individuals with complex needs.

Ability to make balanced decisions regarding risk and accommodation suitability.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload.

A resilient and professional approach when working under pressure.

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

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