Care Leaver Housing Officer-Kent
| Posting date: | 06 August 2024 |
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| Salary: | £27,000.00 to £35,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 September 2024 |
| Location: | Kent, ME4 4BB |
| Company: | Manpower UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BBBH233071_1722957706 |
Summary
Care Leaver Housing Officer - Kent
Job Title: Care Leaver Housing Officer
Location: Kent
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm)
Salary: £27,000.00 - £35,000.00 per annum
Purpose of the Role:
You will assist in the delivery of a comprehensive, professional and dynamic accommodation service. Individually complete internal audits of your property portfolio and report findings to your Team Manager. The audit and compliance piece will assess business processes and risks, recommending and driving through improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
Property Management:
- Plan and prioritise inspections and audits of the property portfolio.
- Report property defects and ensure maintenance meets contractual standards.
- Prepare properties for re-occupation and manage the termination process.
- Oversee inventory management and replace or repair items as needed.
Compliance and Safety:
- Maintain property standards in line with health and safety guidelines.
- Assist in planning and scheduling fire risk assessments.
- Ensure proper record-keeping and data processing related to compliance.
Support and Collaboration:
- Liaise with social services and other professionals to address service delivery and accommodation issues.
- Manage a caseload of young people, ensuring they understand house rules and reporting functions.
- Provide support and training to team members, covering for staff absences when needed.
Communication and Reporting:
- Attend meetings to present audit findings and collaborate with stakeholders.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external parties, maintaining up-to-date records.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Previous housing experience or knowledge is essential.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate.
- Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Must be flexible, adaptable, and able to manage a large geographical area.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, as the role involves daily travel
Benefits
- Annual Leave: 33 days (25 days plus bank holidays)
- Life Cover: 2x basic salary
- Health Benefits: Westfield Health Membership, providing cashback on health services and discounts.
- Pension: 4% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution.
- Expenses: Mileage expenses claimable from home.
- Equipment: Provision of laptop, phone, and other necessary equipment.
- Referral Scheme
- Probation Period: 6 months
We are seeking candidates with housing experience and skillset for a challenging and rewarding role that supports vulnerable young people in Kent. The successful candidate will work closely with the team to maintain high standards in property management and compliance, contributing positively to the community
The successful applicant will need a driving licence, their own tools and will be required to undertake a satisfactory DBS check in line with their job role.
For more information, please email or contact me on 07483 340870.
Apply now to join their team and make a difference!