Do you want to work in a role that makes a difference to the residents of Stockton on Tees? Well look no further – this is the opportunity for you!
The Strategic Housing Team are looking to appoint an innovative and self-motivated individual to join our dynamic team. As a Strategic Housing Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of housing in Stockton-on-Tees.
This role provides an excellent opportunity for someone seeking their first job role or equally someone with more experience seeking a new or different career challenge. As a career grade post, the starting salary on appointment will be based upon experience and qualification.
The emphasis of the role is identifying and responding to the future housing needs of the Borough.
Ideally applicants should be able to demonstrate:
1. The ability to research and analyse data.
2. Partnership and team working.
3. Good communication skills.
4. An inquisitive mind.
We welcome applications from candidates who have the ambition to embark on a career within the Strategic Housing Team. There is no requirement for you to have any previous experience of Housing as full training will be provided. What’s most important are the skills and attitude you can bring to the team, adopting the culture and behaviour of the organisation, the willingness to make a difference and the desire to improve the communities that we serve.
The successful applicant will be joining the team following our recent move to a new modern office environment at Dunedin House.
For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.
To apply, please register your details and apply online through North East Jobs. Please ensure that you read the job specification and essential criteria for the role, providing examples and details of any experience within your personal statement. We cannot shortlist anyone for interview who does not meet the essential criteria of the role.
The application deadline is midnight Sunday 9 February 2025.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
1. A competitive salary from £28,624 to £39,513.
2. 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
3. Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
4. Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
We offer hybrid work which allows a proportion of your working week to be from home subject to business requirements. Our main office is Dunedin House, Columbia Drive, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6BJ but on occasions you may be required to work from other Council buildings within the Borough (where appropriate).
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Alan Glew, Service Lead – Strategy and Policy on (Tel no. 01642 526 598) or request a Microsoft Teams appointment by forwarding an email to strategichousing@stockton.gov.uk.
Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email after the closing date for notification from ‘DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK’. All communication will also appear in the ‘My Messages’ section of your North East Jobs account.
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