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4Recruitment Services are seeking a Housing Enforcement Officer.

The role sits within Private Sector Housing Services, part of the Housing and Communities Directorate in West Northamptonshire Council. The role is hybrid 2-3 days in the office.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Undertake a range of activities including property inspections, HHSRS assessments, the drafting of schedules of work and the preparation and serving of notices, interviewing people under caution, executing warrants of entry and carrying out works in default and prepare cases for prosecution or the imposition of civil penalties to ensure the maintenance and improvement of standards across the Private Rented sector.
• Work collaboratively with the owners and managers of licensable HMOs to ensure that their properties are licensed, well managed, maintained in a good condition, meet the amenity standards and comply with the HMO Management Regulations
• Respond promptly, within agreed timescales, to complaints about serious disrepair and housing- related nuisance in the private sector and, through investigation, evaluate risks and hazards and determine the nature, cause, urgency and remedy of the problems.
• Work collaboratively and proactively with colleagues across the Team, and the wider Council ensuring delivery of coordinated services to tackle harassment and unlawful eviction, preventing homelessness, and ensuring that Council managed accommodation is compliant with Housing law.
• Work proactively with Planning, Revenues & Benefits, Housing Options & Advice, the Anti Social Behaviour Team, Trading Standards, the Police, Immigration, the Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service and other services to identify and target those HMOs that should be licenced but are not, and those non-licensable HMOs that need an urgent inspection because it is suspected that they are severely overcrowded, in a very poor state of repair and/or pose a very high risk to the occupants and their visitors.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and co-ordination of new working practices and initiatives that tackle overcrowding, reduce the number of licensable HMOs operating without a licence and improve private sector housing conditions.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Current HHSRS competency
• Recent and substantial experience carrying out housing inspections and enforcement activity
• Strong working knowledge of housing legislation with proven experience applying enforcement powers
• Proven experience issuing Civil Financial Penalties under the Housing Act 2004 (candidates must be able to demonstrate hands-on experience taking action and issuing penalties, not just an understanding of the legislation)
• Ability to hit the ground running with minimal training or supervision
• Full UK driving license and access to own transport for business use.
• Desirable Experience: First Tier Property Tribunal experience, including preparing case files and/or representing cases at hearings

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

We're looking for an Enhanced Housing Management Officer to join our team, working with residents who have previously lived in supported housing and are continuing their recovery from mental ill health.

This is a rewarding role where you'll build positive relationships with tenants, promote successful tenancy sustainment and help create safe, welcoming environments where people can flourish. Working closely with internal teams and external agencies, you'll be a key point of contact for residents, helping them navigate housing-related challenges while encouraging independence and community integration.

What you ll do

You'll provide an enhanced housing management service that supports residents to maintain their tenancies and enjoy stable, independent living. No two days are the same, but your role will include:

• Promoting independence through practical guidance, advice, and signposting to appropriate support services.
• Undertaking regular welfare visits, risk assessments, health and safety inspections, and property checks.
• Monitoring the safety, cleanliness, and overall environment of schemes, including contractor performance.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring safeguarding concerns are identified and reported appropriately.

What you ll need

We're looking for someone who combines strong housing knowledge with a genuine commitment to supporting people to achieve positive outcomes. You re a confident communicator who can build trust and positive relationships with residents and stakeholders. You re organised and able to manage a varied workload while maintaining accurate records and flexible, proactive and able to respond effectively to changing resident needs. You ll also have:

• Experience of working within housing, supported housing, enhanced housing management, or a related support environment.
• An understanding of the challenges faced by people experiencing mental ill health and the importance of person-centred services.
• Knowledge of tenancy sustainment, welfare benefits, safeguarding, and housing management practices.
• Experience of working with partner agencies and building effective professional relationships.
• Good IT skills and experience maintaining accurate electronic records.
• An understanding of health and safety responsibilities within a residential setting.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider team.

What you ll get in return

• 25 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Flexible benefits scheme including healthcare, dental, tech, vouchers, and more
• Up to 10% pension contribution

Please read before applying

This role will require an Enhanced DBS check and as an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.

Interviews will be taking place via MS Teams no later then the 20th October 2026.

4Recruitment Services are seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join a busy and expanding homelessness service based in Maidenhead.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional who can confidently manage homelessness cases from initial triage and assessment through to final homelessness decisions,

The successful candidate will have strong working knowledge of the Housing Reduction Act (HRA) and relevant homelessness legislation and case law, with the ability to independently investigate cases, undertake assessments and make robust statutory decisions.

The role allows hybrid working, with an expected minimum office attendance of 1 day per week. Business needs may require increased office attendance from time to time, and flexibility around working arrangements will therefore be required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage your own caseload of homelessness applications from initial triage through to final decision.
• Undertake comprehensive homelessness assessments, investigations and fact-finding interviews.
• Apply relevant homelessness legislation, case law and statutory guidance when assessing applications.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the five homelessness tests and their application to individual cases.
• Progress cases through the prevention, relief and main duty stages.
• Prepare clear, accurate and legally sound homelessness decision letters.
• Make appropriate recommendations regarding temporary accommodation.
• Identify and respond appropriately to complex and high-risk cases.
• Liaise effectively with a range of external agencies and professionals, including GPs, mental health teams, probation services and other support agencies.
• Gather and assess relevant information and evidence to support statutory decisions.
• Provide appropriate housing advice and explore suitable housing options with applicants.
• Participate in the telephone duty rota, responding to incoming homelessness enquiries and providing appropriate advice and assistance.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Manage a demanding caseload effectively while maintaining high standards of customer service and decision-making.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

• Proven experience working as a Housing Options Officer or in a comparable homelessness/housing advice role.
• Strong knowledge and practical understanding of the Housing Reduction Act (HRA).
• A comprehensive understanding of homelessness legislation, relevant case law and statutory guidance.
• Strong knowledge of the five homelessness tests and how they apply to individual cases.
• Experience managing homelessness applications through the prevention, relief and main duty stages.
• Experience conducting homelessness assessments, investigations and interviews.
• Experience drafting clear and legally robust homelessness decision letters.

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Housing Standards Officer (Hybrid) needed in Bideford, £44ph PAYE - Reference:

This role is working on a hybrid basis (ideally 3 days a week in the office) up to 37 hours per week, total, need access to their vehicle.
Need to attend site visits on a regularly basis

Mentor Housing Standards Officers to help deliver high-quality investigative and enforcement work click apply for full job details

Housing Options Officer

Pay: 28.00 per hour
Job Type: Temporary, minimum 3 months
Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days working from home
Driving Licence: Essential

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Housing Options Officer to join an award-winning Housing Association on a temporary basis for an initial period of at least 3 months.

The successful candidate will provide housing advice and assistance to individuals and families who are homeless, threatened with homelessness, or experiencing housing difficulties. You will work to prevent homelessness, assess housing needs, and identify suitable housing solutions in accordance with relevant legislation and local authority policies.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated housing professional with strong communication, assessment, and problem-solving skills.

• Provide housing advice, information, and assistance to customers experiencing housing difficulties
• Assess homelessness applications and housing needs in line with relevant legislation and procedures
• Work proactively to prevent and relieve homelessness
• Develop personalised housing plans and agree appropriate actions with customers
• Assess eligibility, homelessness circumstances, and priority need where applicable
• Explore alternative housing options, including private rented accommodation, social housing, and supported housing
• Liaise with landlords, housing providers, support agencies, and other relevant professionals
• Manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate, up-to-date case records
• Identify safeguarding concerns and make appropriate referrals where necessary
• Ensure all cases are managed in line with statutory duties, policies, and service standards

• Previous experience working in a Housing Options, Homelessness, or Housing Advice role
• Knowledge of homelessness legislation and housing-related procedures
• Experience assessing housing needs and supporting customers facing homelessness
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and prioritise competing demands
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A full, valid driving licence

• 28.00 per hour
• Temporary assignment for a minimum of 3 months
• Hybrid working, with 3 days working from home
• Opportunity to contribute to homelessness prevention and positive housing outcomes

If you have relevant Housing Options experience and are available for a temporary assignment, we would welcome your application.

If you have any questions or would like to contact me directly, please send over your CV to (url removed)

INDPS

Housing Standards Officer

Contract Type: Permanent; Full Time - 37 hours

Location: Spalding

Salary Range: £33,673 - £37,563 per annum

Closing Date: 30/10/2026

Ready to Make a Real Difference Join Our Housing Standards Team!

South Holland District Council is looking for a passionate and proactive Housing Standards Officer to help shape the quality of housing across the District click apply for full job details

We are recruiting on behalf of a large social housing provider for a Housing Systems Support Officer to join its Systems & IT function.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Omniledger Pyramid user to play a key role in supporting housing management systems, users and data across a large organisation click apply for full job details

Location: East Sussex - Hybrid
Contract: 9 months
Rate: £50.00 per hour Umbrella
On-site: 2 days per week

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Health Officer to join a Local Authority in East Sussex on a 9-month contract.

Working within the Private Sector Housing Team, you will manage and support a team delivering a range of environmental health and housing enforcement duties, helping to maintain and improve property conditions across the private rented sector.

Key Responsibilities
Manage, support and monitor the performance of staff within the team.
Act as a technical expert on Private Sector Housing and Environmental Health legislation.
Undertake investigations, property inspections, surveys and assessments in response to complaints and proactive programmes of work.
Determine and undertake appropriate enforcement action, including the preparation and service of statutory notices.
Prepare cases for prosecution, appeals and tribunals, including taking statements and compiling evidence.
Act as an expert witness where required.
Lead specific projects and support the development and mentoring of professional and technical staff.
Liaise with residents, elected members, internal departments and external agencies.
Deputise for the Private Sector Housing Manager when required.

About You
You will be an experienced Environmental Health professional with a strong background in Private Sector Housing within a Local Authority. You will have sound knowledge of relevant housing legislation and enforcement procedures, alongside experience of managing or supervising staff.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today.

If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status.

Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed).

By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Environmental Health Officer (Private Sector Housing)

Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

Working Pattern: 3 days per week in office

Rate: £55 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Environmental Health Officer to take a leading role in delivering private sector housing regulation and enforcement functions. This is a complex and varied position involving criminal investigations, legal case preparation, and enforcement action to improve housing standards and protect tenants rights. You will play a key role in driving improvements in resident health, safety, and wellbeing through effective enforcement of housing legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex criminal investigations involving multiple offences, including interviewing suspects under caution and handling evidence in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984
• Prepare detailed reports, witness statements, and legal correspondence
• Compile prosecution and civil enforcement files in line with relevant procedures, referring cases to Legal Services where appropriate
• Represent the Council at Magistrates Court and Tribunal (Property Chamber)
• Lead on enforcement of housing standards, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) and Caravan Site Licensing
• Investigate and enforce breaches of housing legislation, including the Renters Rights Act 2025 and wider landlord and tenant law
• Serve statutory notices and orders, make licensing determinations, commission works in default, and prepare prosecution cases
• Use enforcement powers under the Housing Act 2004 and Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to address poor housing conditions
• Conduct inspections and licensing of HMOs and other regulated properties
• Regulate protected mobile home sites through Caravan Site Licensing
• Investigate complaints, service requests, and long-term empty properties, using both informal and formal enforcement tools

About You

• Have significant experience in housing enforcement, environmental health, or a related field
• Possess strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 and Renters Rights Act 2025
• Be confident managing complex investigations and legal casework
• Show a strong commitment to improving housing standards and protecting vulnerable residents

To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed)

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

Learning and Engagement Coordinator

Location: Stoke

Salary: £27,475.50 per annum

Job title: Learning & Engagement Coordinator

About the role We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic and person centred learning & engagement coordinator to develop and deliver meaningful learning, activity and community opportunities for the service users.

This is a hands on role for someone who enjoys building genuine relationships discovering what people are interested in and helping them recognise and develop their strengths, abilities and potential.

You will work closely with service users to understand their individual interests, hobbies, aspirations and goals and use this information to create opportunities that promote choice, independence, confidence, learning, social inclusion, and community participation.

The successful candidate will be approachable, enthusiastic and creative, with the ability to think differently and develop activities and opportunities that are meaningful to the individuals we support. You will need to be comfortable taking the initiative, adapting plans when circumstances change and finding new and imaginative ways to engage people.

Key responsibilities

Person centre engagement build positive, respectful, and trusting relationships with service users. Spend time getting to know each individual, including their interests, hobbies, strengths, abilities, communication preferences, and aspirations. Identify opportunities for individuals to develop existing skills and explore new interests. Encourage services users to express their views, make choices and have an active role in deciding how they spend their time. Support individuals to build confidence, independence and self esteem through meaningful activities and experiences. Ensure activities are accessible and adapted to meet individual needs, abilities and preferences.

Learning & Activity planning Plan, organise and deliver a varied programme of learning, recreational, creative, social and community based activities. Develop activities both within the centre and in the wider community. Introduce new ideas and opportunities based on the interests and aspirations of the service users. Think creatively and outside the box' to identify new ways of engaging individuals. Provide opportunities for service users to learn practical and life skills which can contribute towards greater independence. Encourage service users to try new experiences while ensuring appropriate support and risk management is in place. Review activities regularly to establish what individuals have gained from their participation and how opportunities can be developed further. Maintain accurate records of activities, participation and outcomes in accordance with the organisations procedures.

Community engagement & external partnerships develop positive working relationships with local organisations, community volunteering groups, education and training providers, along with other external agencies. Liaise with external organisations to arrange appropriate learning sessions, workshops, activities and community opportunities for service users. Identify new organisations and opportunities that could benefit the service users. Represent the organisation professional when working with external partners and members of the wider community. Identify suitable volunteering opportunities that reflect the interests, abilities and aspirations of the service users. Build relationships with local volunteering organisations, charities and community groups. Liaise with external organisations to arrange and coordinate volunteering opportunities. Help individuals develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, time keeping, responsibility and confidence. Work collaboratively with colleagues to resolve any barriers or concerns.

Risk management & Safeguarding Complete and contribute to appropriate risk assessments for activities and community visits. Ensure activities are planned with appropriate consideration of health, safety, safeguarding, accessibility, staffing, equipment, and individual support needs. Follow the organisational safeguarding, health and safety, incident reporting and risk management procedures. Ensure risk assessments and activity plans are reviewed when circumstances change.

Planning & resources Plan activities and opportunities in advance, ensuring appropriate resources, staffing, transport are available. Manage activity resources responsibly and within agreed budgets. Coordinate activity programmes effectively. Be prepared to adapt plans when required while maintaining a safe and person centred approach.

Person specification:

Experience of working with people in a care, support, education, community activities, learning or similar environment

Experience of developing positive relationships with individuals and understanding their interests, strengths and goals.

Experience of planning and organising activities, sessions, events or projects.

Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people

Ability to work independently, use initiative and manage competing priorities.

Good organisational and forward planning skills

Ability to complete risk assessment and identify appropriate measures.

Ability to plan and resource effectively

Ability to maintain accurate records and communicate information clearly

We are looking for someone who :

Is approachable and able to build rapport quickly and respectfully

Is enthusiastic about helping people learn, develop, and try new things

Is creative and enjoys finding imaginative solutions and new opportunities

Takes initiative rather than always waiting to be asked.

Is adaptable and able to respond positively when plans change

Is confident communicating with service users, colleagues, and external organisations.

Is enthusiastic about community engagement and helping people become more connected to their local community.

Can combine enthusiasm and spontaneity with appropriate professional boundaries and safe working practices

Adullam offers the following benefits:

• Salary £27,475.50 per annum dependent on experience for 37.5 hours per week,
• Competitive Annual Leave (25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional 2 days awarded annually for full attendance prorated for part-time employees)
• Training and career advancement
• Discounted Goods and services
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Access to Thrive app
• Access to Medicash
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Life Assurance (4x Basic annual salary from the start of employment)
• Multidimensional wellbeing programmes and family-friendly policies for staff
• Refer a friend policy

We are passionate about actively encouraging applicants from all cultures, backgrounds, and identities. We are committed to treating our teams fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability, or any other protected characteristic and this starts with our recruitment process.

Adullam Homes Housing Association Ltd. is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults accessing our services. We expect all staff, volunteers, and workers to share this commitment. As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced with Barred List Adult Only DBS check, scrutiny of employment history, satisfactory pre-employment checks and robust references checks.

Please note applicants must be authorised to work in the UK as we are unable to provide Visa sponsorships.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and/or make an appointment before the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Adullam Homes Housing Association was created in 1972 to support vulnerable individuals and households. From the simple beginning of a single property in Birmingham, Adullam has expanded into new geographical locations and developed new services.

Over the years it has introduced and run innovative projects to offer tenants, residents and service users opportunities for housing, support, education and training.

Email: (url removed)