Supported Housing Officer Required
(Hybrid)
Venn Group is delighted to collaborate with a premier provider in the South East of England to hire a Supported Housing Officer. This position is perfectly suited for individuals who are deeply passionate about housing and committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable people.
We offer top-tier training and fund your CIH Qualifications, providing an excellent opportunity for those seeking to advance their careers in the housing sector. If you’re driven by the desire to make a significant impact and are eager to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today. Your journey towards professional growth in the housing industry starts here.
Location: South East (Hybrid)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: 37.5
Pay Rate: £31064 Per Annum + Expenses (PAYE)
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Manage around 34 supported housing schemes with 130 tenancies in the South East region.
- Monitor allocations, sign up new tenants, prepare tenancy agreements and conduct right to rent checks.
- Provide intensive housing management support to tenants, explaining tenancy conditions and available services.
- Submit and monitor housing benefit claims, address rent arrears, and liaise with Revenue and Benefits team.
- Conduct regular visits, audits, inspections, and report repair/maintenance issues.
- Support tenants struggling to sustain tenancy by signposting to relevant services (welfare rights, money advice, employment, etc.).
- Liaise with statutory, voluntary, and private organizations related to housing and tenant support.
- Investigate and deal with breaches of tenancy, serve notices, attend court hearings if required.
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience working in housing with a desire to progress in the sector
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage their own diary
- Knowledge of UK housing Benefit Systems
To apply for this role contact Emily Wilson or James Ford from the South West & East Housing team by emailing ewilson@venngroup.comor calling 0121 616 0660
Venn Group are an equal opportunities business, we will interview all applicants to assess suitability. We will obtain a minimum of two references.