Housing Support Officer

We are seeking an experienced administrator that can handle financial processes accurately and with integrity to support key homeless prevention work across the housing options team.

The role will require sensitivity to engage and support vulnerable customers with administration associated with rehousing and communicate processes and application forms clearly. An ability to manage statistical information on excel and case management systems will be key.

Please note this role is office based in Bedford.

Closing Date:18th June 2026

Interview Date: 1st July 2026

How to apply

When you are ready to apply click on Apply for Vacancy; you will be asked to upload a CVand answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below.

Please note:

The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:

a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)

a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only)

unless the appointment is business critical

For further information please email

Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.