Neighbourhood Officer in Slough, Berkshire

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Slough Council who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6  months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Neighbourhood Officer this role will be based at: Hybrid Working 3 days in office -  SL1 2EJ

The right candidate will:

• To provide a comprehensive housing management service within a specified geographic area to our customers and neighbourhoods dealing with breaches of tenancy/lease, estate management/monitoring (including garage sites), anti-social behaviour, caretaking, delivery of communal services, inspections, audit, and tenancy support visits. 
• Have oversight of all void properties and their progress within specified geographical area, work in partnership with internal and external colleagues to ensure tenancies are ended promptly and void rent loss is minimised. 
• Closely monitor introductory and flexible tenancies in line with policies and procedures and current legislation.      Working in partnership with the rent recovery team to support those residents at risk of legal action.
• Deliver against an agreed improvement plan for the assigned area in consultation with residents and help deliver the corporate objectives. The plan should reflect the needs of the area with reference to the profile of residents and the physical characteristics. 
• Ensure the housing management and environmental services provided to residents are coordinated and of an excellent standard and conform to relevant statutory and regulatory requirements and best practice.   

We require the following:

• Significant experience of working in housing related role.
• Knowledge of legal enforcement proceedings via the County Court. 

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,