Job Title: Housing Officer Location: Redditch Borough Council Pay Rate: £18.06 PAYE per hour or £24.06 Umbrella per hour Working Hours: 37 hours per week Work Mode: Hybrid (4 days on-site, 1 day remote) Assignment Duration: 3 months About the Role: Redditch Borough Council is seeking a proactive and dedicated Housing Officer to join our Housing, Communities, Environment & Planning Directorate. You will manage a portfolio of properties within the borough, ensuring clean, safe, and thriving neighbourhoods while providing excellent tenancy and lease management services. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and inspect properties, ensuring compliance with legislation and council policies. - Address tenancy breaches and anti-social behaviour, coordinating multi-agency responses as needed. - Collaborate with stakeholders to develop neighbourhood action plans and promote community well-being. - Support tenants in sustaining tenancies, reducing homelessness, and making effective use of council housing stock. - Maintain accurate case records, represent the council in court when required, and adhere to safeguarding protocols. Requirements: - Experience in social housing or neighbourhood management. - Sound knowledge of housing legislation and tenancy management practices. - Strong communication, organisational, and casework skills. - A customer-focused mindset with the ability to handle complex issues professionally and empathetically. Submit your application today and help us build better communities together