Senior Housing Officer

4 days ago

Dartford Kent, United Kingdom Sevenoaks District Council Full time

Our Private Sector Housing team seeks to improve the conditions and management standards of private sector housing.
You’ll assist the team in achieving this by leading on the changes brought in by the Renters Rights Act to the delivery of housing enforcement standards, ensuring private sector residential accommodation throughout the District meets statutory standards and helping to bring about improvements in conditions and standards of management for residents.

You will deliver service improvements by developing new working processes and building relationships with partners to meet the requirements of the Renters Rights Act.

You’ll be responsible for assessing a variety of properties using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and interpreting the results of these assessments to determine an appropriate course of action to deal with each hazard identified.

You will investigate complaints regarding housing conditions and undertake detailed surveys and inspections of residential accommodation throughout the District.

With your knowledge of Housing legislation, you’ll be comfortable using formal action where necessary, including attendance at Court where required.

We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles, with your working time split between the office and home (2-3 days).

We’re proud to be a high-performing local authority that values innovation, collaboration and people-first service. You’ll be supported in making decisions, taking initiative, and growing your career in housing.

Every day is different, and the impact you’ll have on people’s quality of life is immediate and rewarding.
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.

Enhanced annual leave of 30 days (excluding bank holidays)
Additional leave after 5 years of service
Hybrid working
Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
Free parking
Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,
Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts on your MOT
Access to the BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service

Please get in touch with Alison Simmons, Head of Strategic and Private Sector Housing, on 01732 227272 for an informal discussion about the role .

Closing date: 5 January 2026
Interviews: 15 January 2026

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