Supported Exempt Housing Officer
Supported Exempt Housing Officer
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£ 33366 - 40476
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Job Description
Supported Exempt Housing Officer
Fixed Term Contract/ Secondment 6 months with possible extension to 12 months
Grade
Consultation grade subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week
Since 2020 Birmingham City Council been raising standards within the supported exempt housing sector. Through grant funding and a unique multidisciplinary partnership approach we effectively respond to complex neighbourhood concerns improving property conditions tackling antisocial behaviour assessing support standards and addressing planning breaches. To date we have saved 8.4m in what would have been overpaid enhanced housing benefit.
With furtherSupported Housing Improvement Programme (SHIP) funding secured through to March 2026 we are now recruiting for a number ofexciting secondment opportunities
About the Role:
Were looking for passionate motivated professionals with experience in inspectinghouses in multiple occupation witha strong understanding of housing standards. Experience with theHousing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)is a distinct advantage however if youre a fast learner with the drive to develop new skills wed love to hear from you.
This is adynamic peoplefocused rolethat involves working closely with landlords support providers and other professionals to drive up housing standards and improve service provision for vulnerable adults. Youll need a good understanding of the support worker role and strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to influence change effectively.
What Were Looking For:
- Experience in inspecting property standards
- Knowledge of or exposure to HHSRS (training can be provided)
- Understanding of the supported housing sector
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence in handling enquiries from elected members and the public
- Strong problemsolving ability and a focus on achieving results
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced team
- Access to a vehicle for which car mileage will be payable
What We Offer:
- A unique opportunity to be part of a nationally recognised improvement programme
- Flexible working including the ability to work from home with some office attendance
- A chance to make a tangible difference to housing standards and community wellbeing
If youre detailoriented resultsdriven and passionate about improving housing conditions in Birminghamwe want to hear from you.
Please upload your uptodate CV via the attachments part of your application this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached.
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer andwe arecommitted to employing retaining and developing all of our people.
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments additional support accessibility needs or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered.
For any informal enquires please contact:Collette Campbell via email on
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Job Description and PersonSpecification
We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
