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Housing Accommodation Officer
Job Posted: 10 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Folkestone, Kent
Expire in: 17 days
Job Description
Housing Accommodation Officer
📍 Location: Folkestone & Hythe, Kent
📄 Contract: Temproary 3 months from start date
🕒 Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
💷 Pay: £17.42 - £19.64 per hour (DOE)
(£33,603 - £37,889 pro rata)
🚗 Mileage: Paid at 0.45p per mile
💼 Ready for a role where no two days are the same?
We're looking for a dynamic, tech-savvy Housing Accommodation Officer to join our team and help deliver essential Temporary Accommodation (TA) services. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where your strong IT skills will be front and centre-keeping systems updated, managing records, and responding quickly to changing needs.
From setting up properties to arranging placements at short notice, you'll play a key role in supporting vulnerable residents and ensuring accommodation runs smoothly.
✨ Why This Role Stands Out
🔄 A varied role across office, home, and onsite locations
❤️ Make a real difference in people's lives
🧠 Perfect for someone who thrives on organisation and problem-solving
🚗 Travel costs covered with mileage reimbursement
You'll work in the office with the team every Wednesday. Your other days will be spent onsite (mainly in Folkestone & Hythe), at home, or in the office.
🔧 What You'll Be Doing
🏠 Assisting the council with setting up council owned TA to a lettable standard
🔍 Conducting spot checks and fire alarm checks
📋 Managing inventories, check-ins, and check-outs (often at short notice)
⚡ Handling TA-related issues quickly and efficiently
📞 Liaising with external providers to secure accommodation fast
🤝 Supporting the wider housing team as needed
💡 What We're Looking For
💻 Strong IT skills are essential - confident using systems and quick to learn new software
🚗 Full UK driving licence and access to your own car - essential
📍 Ability to attend sites at short notice (must live locally)
🛡️ Awareness of safeguarding and how to report concerns
🧩 Highly organised with great attention to detail
🏢 Experience in housing, homelessness, or property management is desirable
🌟 Bring Your Skills. Make a Difference.
If you're tech-confident, proactive, and ready to hit the ground running, this is your chance to step into a rewarding role where your work has a real impact every day.
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