Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3-Month Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

The Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the Temporary Accommodation Service by conducting regular scheduled and unannounced visits to temporary accommodation properties both within and outside London. The primary purpose of this role is to verify occupancy ensure compliance with licence or tenancy conditions monitor property standards and identify any risks or concerns that require follow-up.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular occupancy checks (scheduled and unannounced) across all temporary accommodation.
Ensure property standards meet statutory guidelines and the Homelessness Code of Guidance.
Ensure residents understand and comply with the terms of their licence or tenancy agreement.
Maintain accurate records of visit outcomes property conditions and resident occupancy.
Monitor and report on non-compliance risks or safeguarding concerns to relevant internal teams.
Provide detailed visit observations to support case reviews and service improvements.

Requirements

Experience working in housing homelessness services property management or a related public sector role.
Experience conducting home visits or working in a field-based environment (desirable).
Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
Relevant training in housing safeguarding or enforcement (desirable).
Full UK driving licence (desirable depending on service needs).

Additional Information

Working hours: 35 hours per week
Bi-weekly payments
Candidates MUST have a standard DBS.

The role closes soon apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

Candidates MUST have a standard DBS. Temporary Accommodation Service by carrying out regular visits to temporary accommodation properties across London and outside London to verify occupancy and ensure households are complying with their licence or tenancy conditions.

Required Education:

3-Month Contract with a Local AuthoritySummaryThe Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the Temporary Accommodation Service by conducting regular scheduled and unannounced visits to temporary accommodation properties both within and outside London. The primary p...

3-Month Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

The Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the Temporary Accommodation Service by conducting regular scheduled and unannounced visits to temporary accommodation properties both within and outside London. The primary purpose of this role is to verify occupancy ensure compliance with licence or tenancy conditions monitor property standards and identify any risks or concerns that require follow-up.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular occupancy checks (scheduled and unannounced) across all temporary accommodation.
Ensure property standards meet statutory guidelines and the Homelessness Code of Guidance.
Ensure residents understand and comply with the terms of their licence or tenancy agreement.
Maintain accurate records of visit outcomes property conditions and resident occupancy.
Monitor and report on non-compliance risks or safeguarding concerns to relevant internal teams.
Provide detailed visit observations to support case reviews and service improvements.

Requirements

Experience working in housing homelessness services property management or a related public sector role.
Experience conducting home visits or working in a field-based environment (desirable).
Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
Relevant training in housing safeguarding or enforcement (desirable).
Full UK driving licence (desirable depending on service needs).

Additional Information