Temporary Accommodation Officer

Temporary Accommodation Officer We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Accommodation Officer to join a Local Authority on a 3-month ongoing contract. This is a key role within the Hostels Service, supporting the management of temporary accommodation for homeless households. Role Details: Contract: 3 months (ongoing) Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours per week) Working Pattern: Hybrid working 3 days in office & 2 from homeAbout the Role: You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of hostel-based temporary accommodation, ensuring residents are supported while maintaining compliance with housing legislation, council policies, and service standards. Working as part of a wider team, you will liaise with internal services such as repairs, cleaning, and support teams to deliver a safe and effective service. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of residents within temporary accommodation, maintaining accurate records and meeting performance targets Ensure residents adhere to licence agreements, addressing breaches, anti-social behaviour, and tenancy issues where required Carry out regular occupancy checks and monitor resident wellbeing, including safeguarding responsibilities Coordinate support for vulnerable residents and refer to appropriate internal and external agencies Oversee property standards, including inventories, cleanliness, and maintenance requests Manage move-ons and discharges, ensuring accommodation is used effectively and efficiently Respond to incidents, emergencies, and health & safety risks within hostel environments Maintain accurate data using housing management systems (e.g. NEC / Northgate / (email address removed)) Build effective working relationships with stakeholders, partners, and service providers Respond to enquiries and contribute to complaint handling in line with council proceduresRequirements: Experience working in housing, homelessness, or temporary accommodation services Strong knowledge of housing legislation, particularly Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 Experience managing caseloads and working with vulnerable individuals Ability to handle challenging situations including anti-social behaviour and safeguarding concerns Good IT skills and experience using housing management systems Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and across multiple sites  PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored and shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone call or email