Accommodation Officer
| Posting date: | 25 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,093 to £33,366 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 August 2025 |
| Location: | Horncastle, Lincolnshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | East Lindsey District Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
East Lindsey District Councils Housing team have an opportunity available on a full time, 2-year fixed term contract. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with strong resilience who has a caring approach to others.
You would be assisting the Accommodation Team Leader to manage temporary accommodation for households who are homeless. Managing temporary accommodation will often present challenges and you will assist the Accommodation Team Leader to overcome such challenges!
This role provides oversight of the council’s temporary and resettlement accommodation arrangements including facilitating clients moving into and out of accommodation, completing property inspections and also the preparation of temporary accommodation ensuring they are ready for tenants to move into. Preparation duties could include but not limited too; minor repairs, use of power and hand tools.
You will provide advice and assistant to occupants and liaise with statutory agencies to promote and safeguard the welfare of clients in temporary accommodation. Part of this role is to respond appropriately to complaints, problems and anti-social behaviour so key traits we are looking for in someone are composure, resilience, assertiveness and show empathy when required.
What we need from you:
Excellent communication skills
Be a strong negotiator
Enjoy problem solving skills to find solutions for those facing housing problems
Competent with Microsoft Office products, be organised and methodical to manage a complex caseload.
Current driving licence
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher
Flexible Working Policy
Agile Working Policy*
Car Mileage reimbursement*
Long service recognition
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
*Certain restrictions may apply
We also offer a wide range of family friendly policies designed to enable you to balance your work and home life, manage your personal responsibilities and support you in times of difficulty.
ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, Jordan Flower jordan.flower@e-lindsey.gov.uk
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role we do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
You would be assisting the Accommodation Team Leader to manage temporary accommodation for households who are homeless. Managing temporary accommodation will often present challenges and you will assist the Accommodation Team Leader to overcome such challenges!
This role provides oversight of the council’s temporary and resettlement accommodation arrangements including facilitating clients moving into and out of accommodation, completing property inspections and also the preparation of temporary accommodation ensuring they are ready for tenants to move into. Preparation duties could include but not limited too; minor repairs, use of power and hand tools.
You will provide advice and assistant to occupants and liaise with statutory agencies to promote and safeguard the welfare of clients in temporary accommodation. Part of this role is to respond appropriately to complaints, problems and anti-social behaviour so key traits we are looking for in someone are composure, resilience, assertiveness and show empathy when required.
What we need from you:
Excellent communication skills
Be a strong negotiator
Enjoy problem solving skills to find solutions for those facing housing problems
Competent with Microsoft Office products, be organised and methodical to manage a complex caseload.
Current driving licence
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher
Flexible Working Policy
Agile Working Policy*
Car Mileage reimbursement*
Long service recognition
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
*Certain restrictions may apply
We also offer a wide range of family friendly policies designed to enable you to balance your work and home life, manage your personal responsibilities and support you in times of difficulty.
ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, Jordan Flower jordan.flower@e-lindsey.gov.uk
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role we do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
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