Private Sector Housing Specialist

6 days ago

WestonsuperMare, North Somerset, United Kingdom North Somerset Council Full time

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Private Rented Housing Team at North Somerset Council. The post holder will be responsible for a variety of functions including improving housing conditions in the private rented sector, HMO licensing, Caravan Site Licensing, and unauthorized encampments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Visiting homes in the private rented sector to identify and address poor housing conditions.
  • Issuing improvement notices and prohibition orders to landlords.
  • Assessing housing conditions using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System.
  • Representing the council at court and tribunal hearings.
  • Working with landlords and tenants to resolve housing issues.

Requirements

  • A vocational qualification to at least level 4 (or equivalent) in environmental health, housing, or building construction.
  • Experience of improving poor housing conditions in the private rented sector.
  • Certified and experienced in the use of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A valid driving license or alternative suitable method of travel.

About You

The successful candidate will be a motivated and experienced professional with a passion for improving housing conditions. They will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work effectively with landlords, tenants, and other stakeholders.

Working Arrangements

This is a temporary post for 1 year, working 37 hours per week. The post holder will be required to work from the Town Hall in Weston-super-Mare or remotely, and may be required to visit homes in the private rented sector on a regular basis.

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