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Housing Management Officer / Housing Support Worker Blackburn 37.5 hours per weekRota across 8am - 4pm and 12 - 8pm, working one weekend in 6Temporary with the potential to become permanent £16.00 - £18.00 per hour Our clientMorgan Hunt is working with a leading Northwest charity who provide accommodation and support for vulnerable people at risk of homelessness in and across the Northwest. Support services are aimed at helping customers to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to maintain a stable home and a structured lifestyle before assisting them in the process of securing or retaining permanent independent accommodation. This is a mixed, over 18 service in a hostel setting in Blackburn on a shift pattern of 8 - 4 or 12 - 8 working one weekend in 6, all on a rotation. The role - Housing Management Officer • Deliver a proactive housing management service to customers, to enable customers to meet the conditions of their occupancy agreement, including monitoring rent and service charge payments and promptly dealing with any instances of anti-social behaviour by the customer or other breaches of occupancy., • Support customers to maximise their income, claim housing benefit at sign-up and to promptly liaise with the Council's Housing Benefit Department/DWP regarding applications, overpayments, changes of circumstances or sanctions or benefit sanctions., • Manage the rent accounts for customers across the service to ensure that current customer arrears and former customer arrears are kept to a minimum, including serving appropriate notices to customers where they consistently fail to make rent/service charge payment and their arrears are increasing., • Keep void losses to a minimum by ensuring that swift action is taken to re-let void properties, including carrying out property inspections before and after the customer vacates the premises, ordering any repairs and replacement fixtures and fittings that are needed and arranging for the scheme cleaners to clean the property., • Carry out sign-up procedures with new customers, ensuring that customers are given information on tenancy responsibilities and arrangements for reporting repairs., • Good literacy and numeracy skills., • Experience in delivering/supporting positive outcomes for clients through the delivery of effective resettlement and independence plans., • Experience in providing housing management, housing related support, care and support, or housing advice in any of the following fields: housing management, supported housing, housing advice work, youth and community work or other work supporting homeless people., • Ability to develop effective working relationships and rapport with clients and colleagues., • Awareness and understanding of supported housing work, and the causes of homelessness., • Ability to carry out robust support and housing management functions including liaising with landlords and contractors, and collection of rent and service charges where applicable. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Are you passionate about fostering independence and building strong communities? Newground Together is seeking a dedicated Financial Advice Officer to help empower residents facing financial crisis in and around the Blackburn area. We value collaboration, respect, and the drive to champion equality, diversity and inclusion. You'll use your excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills to engage residents in crisis, quickly build trust, and provide vital support. Your advocacy, negotiation and problem-solving abilities will be key in agreeing affordable repayment plans, preventing escalation of debt, and constructively challenging unsustainable spending habits. As a Financial Inclusion Officer, you'll manage intensive short-term caseloads, prioritising urgent needs while maintaining accurate records and personalised action plans. You'll also have the opportunity to facilitate group-based financial capability or cost-of-living sessions, and contribute to monitoring and evaluation by capturing both hard and soft outcomes for residents. Who we are: Newground Together is a registered charity and part of the Together Housing Group. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to empower people to create sustainable communities that are connected, resilient, healthy and prosperous. We do this by supporting job and training opportunities, engaging with young people and families, providing memorable outdoor experiences, and offering activities that promote health and wellbeing. As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Please note that this role is a FTC until June 2027. Requirements Key Responsibilities: • Conduct home visits and provide financial inclusion support to vulnerable households, helping to address financial hardship and wider aspects of poverty., • Offer practical guidance on budgeting, accessing benefits, and improving overall financial resilience., • Work collaboratively with partner organisations and internal teams to provide holistic support tailored to individual client needs., • Manage client referrals and maintain accurate, up-to-date records on management information systems., • Deliver community-based advice sessions and training to frontline staff on financial inclusion and poverty-related issues., • Raise awareness of poverty issues and promote available support services. Essential Requirements: • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle., • Experience working with vulnerable customers and delivering advice or support services., • Knowledge of budgeting, benefits, and managing complex or sensitive financial situations., • Understanding of fuel poverty, its indicators, and effective interventions., • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • Proven ability to work towards targets and manage time effectively. In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Financial Advice Officer role... • Starting salary of £30,476 per annum, • You will be covering the Blackburn area., • 27 days holiday (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holidays, • A flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies, • Your normal working hours will be 37hrs per week Monday - Friday with occasional evening work., • Working arrangements are flexible in line with our Smart Working culture so that we deliver an excellent and accessible service for customers., • Wide range of technical, professional, and personal development training opportunities, • Attractive pension scheme, • Health and wellbeing benefits including access to GPs, • A range of financial and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial advice, • We have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability., • To view the full range of our award winning benefits click on the THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay! Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. INDTHG1

An experienced ASB Officer needed to cover the Lancashire/Yorkshire patch, immediate start on a rolling contract for a minimum of 8 weeks.Driving licence, access to own vehicle and a basic DBS are needed for this role.Full time 37.5 hours a week, £24-£27 per hour and weekly pay.Your new roleYou'll lead on ASB, nuisance and tenancy breach investigations across a regional patch, delivering high-quality, customer-focused casework. You'll manage complex cases including hate crime reports, gather evidence, take witness statements and work closely with Tenancy Support and Housing Officers.You'll prepare all legal paperwork, submit court applications, and instigate injunctions and possession proceedings - self-representing in court where required. You'll also work with solicitors on cases needing legal representation.You'll build strong relationships with Police, partner Housing Associations and community safety agencies, representing the organisation at multi-agency meetings and Joint Action Groups.What you'll need to succeed • Strong ASB/tenancy enforcement experience, • Confident preparing legal documents and attending court, • Ability to take witness statements and gather evidence, • Good knowledge of housing and ASB legislation, • Ability to manage your own caseload and work flexibly, • Weekly pay, • Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Qualified Social Worker, Safeguarding Adults Team, Blackburn CouncilPay rate to £30 per hourContract roleVitalis are recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to work in a Safeguarding Adults Team in Blackburn Council.2 x Social Workers required within the core safeguarding Adults Team. These are 12month positions and working 37 hours per week (09:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday). There is a hybrid approach to working arrangements at Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, with 60% of working time required to be office based, and 40% able to work remotely (following completion of induction). Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) • Best Interest Assessor (BIA), • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), • Looked After Children (LAC), • Children’s Social Work, • Adult Social Work, • Service Manager, • Head of Service, • Team Manager, • Assistant Team Manager, • A wide range of housing roles, • Careers in SEND in local authoritiesLet us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!Contact me on or for more information.

Your new companyA leading North West housing provider delivering safe, secure, customer-focused services to thousands of residents. You'll be joining a well-established Customer Resolutions team committed to improving customer experience and resolving issues quickly, fairly, and professionally.Your new roleYou'll step in as a Customer Resolution Specialist, handling Stage 1 and Stage 2 complaints for a busy housing provider. Working closely with internal teams, you'll investigate cases, gather evidence, draft responses, and ensure all complaints are managed in line with policy, regulatory expectations, and service standards.This role is 100% office-based in Accrington during the first few weeks for training, with the option for some hybrid working once fully embedded.Hours: 9am-5pm, Monday to FridayContract: 4-week assignment (minimum)Start: 6 May 2026Hours per week: 35 (7 hours per day)What you'll need to succeed • Housing sector experience is essential, • Strong background in customer complaints, ideally Stage 1 and Stage 2, • Ability to manage sensitive and complex cases with professionalism, • Confident communication skills, both written and verbal, • Experience working in a customer-focused environment within a housing provider, • Ability to work on-site in Accrington, Monday to Friday, • £18.65 per hour (PAYE), • Immediate start Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

An experienced ASB Officer needed to cover the Lancashire/Yorkshire patch, immediate start on a rolling contract for a minimum of 8 weeks.Driving licence, access to own vehicle and a basic DBS are needed for this role.Full time 37.5 hours a week, £24-£27 per hour and weekly pay.Your new roleYou'll lead on ASB, nuisance and tenancy breach investigations across a regional patch, delivering high-quality, customer-focused casework. You'll manage complex cases including hate crime reports, gather evidence, take witness statements and work closely with Tenancy Support and Housing Officers.You'll prepare all legal paperwork, submit court applications, and instigate injunctions and possession proceedings - self-representing in court where required. You'll also work with solicitors on cases needing legal representation.You'll build strong relationships with Police, partner Housing Associations and community safety agencies, representing the organisation at multi-agency meetings and Joint Action Groups.What you'll need to succeed • Strong ASB/tenancy enforcement experience, • Confident preparing legal documents and attending court, • Ability to take witness statements and gather evidence, • Good knowledge of housing and ASB legislation, • Ability to manage your own caseload and work flexibly, • Weekly pay, • Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

An experienced ASB Officer needed to cover the Lancashire/Yorkshire patch, immediate start on a rolling contract for a minimum of 8 weeks.Driving licence, access to own vehicle and a basic DBS are needed for this role.Full time 37.5 hours a week, £24-£27 per hour and weekly pay. Your new roleYou'll lead on ASB, nuisance and tenancy breach investigations across a regional patch, delivering high-qual... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Hours: 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday Contract: 4‑week assignment (minimum) Start: 6 May 2026 Hours per week: 35 (7 hours per day) What you'll need to succeed Housing sector experience is essential Strong background in customer complaints, ideally Stage 1 and Stage 2 Ability to manage sensiti

A leading North West housing provider delivering safe, secure, customer-focused services to thousands of residents. You'll step in as a Customer Resolution Specialist, handling Stage 1 and Stage 2 complaints for a busy housing provider. Housing sector experience is essential.

You'll manage complex cases including hate crime reports, gather evidence, take witness statements and work closely with Tenancy Support and Housing Officers. You'll build strong relationships with Police, partner Housing Associations and community safety agencies, representing the organisat

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking to speak with HMO/Housing Management Officers, to work an initial 6 month contract position that we have available in the Blackburn area. An opportunity has arisen for a Housing Management Officer to join a dedicated team delivering high-quality housing services. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting tenants, managing tenancies effectively, and making a positive difference in local communities. Key responsibilities: * Deliver a proactive housing management service to help customers sustain their tenancies. * Manage rent accounts, address arrears, and support benefit claims. * Minimise void losses by ensuring properties are swiftly re-let. * Respond to anti-social behaviour and promote safe, supportive neighbourhoods. * Carry out tenancy sign-ups, inspections, and health & safety checks. * Liaise with contractors and partner agencies to ensure effective service delivery. About you: * Experience in housing management, tenancy sustainment, or social housing. * Knowledge of rent arrears, voids, and ASB case management. * Strong organisational and communication skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding. This role is a full time position, and it is imperative that you...

Ability to carry out robust support and housing management functions including liaising with landlords and contractors, and collection of rent and service charges where applicable.

An experienced ASB Officer needed to cover the Lancashire/Yorkshire patch, immediate start on a rolling contract for a minimum of 8 weeks.Driving licence, access to own vehicle and a basic DBS are needed for this role.Full time 37.5 hours a week, £24-£27 per hour and weekly pay. Your new roleYou'll lead on ASB, nuisance and tenancy breach investigations across a regional patch, delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused casework. You'll manage complex cases including hate crime reports, gather evidence, take witness statements and work closely with Tenancy Support and Housing Officers. You'll prepare all legal paperwork, submit court applications, and instigate injunctions and possession proceedings - self‑representing in court where required. You'll also work with solicitors on cases needing legal representation. You'll build strong relationships with Police, partner Housing Associations and community safety agencies, representing the organisation at multi‑agency meetings and Joint Action Groups. What you'll need to succeed Strong ASB/tenancy enforcement experience Confident preparing legal documents and attending court Ability to take witness statements and gather evidence Good knowledge of housing and ASB legislation Ability to manage your own caseload and work flexibly Understanding of safeguarding and complianceWhat you'll get in return Weekly pay Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella Full time hoursWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

You will work closely with Assistant Housing Officers, the Housing Manager and colleagues across Community Support and Property Services, leading a broad range of housing management activities, including:. Cloch’s vision is to deliver homes and services that exceed customer expectations, and the r

You must have knowledge of Housing (Scotland) Act, Housing Benefit Regulations and Tenants Rights Act and must be willing to work out of hours evenings and weekends, as and when required. It is essential you have housing experience including estate management and debt recovery; dealing with the publ

Reporting to the Housing and Wellbeing Manager, the Housing and Wellbeing Officer is responsible for working with customers to promote and maximise their independence, assisting them to move on to greater self-reliance within a customer focused environment and in line with the Independence and Wellb

You must have knowledge of Housing (Scotland) Act, Housing Benefit Regulations and Tenants Rights Act and must be willing to work out of hours evenings and weekends, as and when required. It is essential you have housing experience including estate management and debt recovery; dealing with the publ

Part Time 18 hours Reporting to the Housing and Wellbeing Manager, the Housing and Wellbeing Officerisresponsible for working with customers to promote and maximise their independence,assistingthem to move on to greater self-reliance within a customer focused environment and in line with the Indepe

A2Dominion Housing Group Ltd is seeking a Flexible Support Officer for their Domestic Abuse Team in South Oxfordshire.

Housing Experience – You must have previous experience in a housing role, ideally within social housing, tenancy management, or a related field. The Housing officer role is remote, and travelling is required throughout the M25 and surrounding areas, you must have access to a vehicle for, visiting

Technical Officer - Food Safety / Technical Officer - Private Sector Housing. Private Sector Housing – Technical Officer. Delivering private sector housing work, including Housing risk rating (HHSRS) inspections, complaint investigation, property condition checks and landlord/tenant advice.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in a social housing context, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. ACCA Careers is looking for an Income Officer to manage and maximise income collection in a small property organisation located in London.

CIH International Housing Group is seeking a Tenancy Management Officer to deliver effective management services within the UK. This role requires NVQ level 3 or equivalent, experience in social housing, and a valid UK driving license.

Candidates should possess strong frontline housing management knowledge, experience with housing management systems, and a full driving licence. Niyaa People Ltd is offering a temporary opportunity for an experienced Housing Officer in Derbyshire. This primarily field-based role involves supporting

Pinnacle Group are looking for a Housing Officer to join our Homes Team within our Pinnacle Service Families division to deliver a mobile patch‑based housing management service. In addition to delivering housing management services, the Housing Officer will play a key role in developing relationsh

A staffing agency is seeking a Housing Income Officer for a hybrid role in St Albans. The role requires a proactive approach to resident support and compliance with housing regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in housing services and excellent communication skills.

A compliance officer in the Environmental Health and Safer Housing Team responds to complaints in the Private Rented Sector. Housing is a key strategy locally and nationally. Using legislation to undertake legal notices to improve housing conditions.

We are looking for Housing Officers to cover the following patches in the Northamptonshire/Warwickshire area:. Knowledge of housing legislation, including safeguarding, ASB and welfare reform. The organisation is a leading housing provider, managing around 40,000 homes and serving roughly 93,000 cus

Role: Housing Compliance Officer. Knowledge around Private Sector Housing & Housing Act 88. One of my local authority clients in the East of England are currently on the search for a Private Sector Housing Compliance Officer.

With a focus on supporting vulnerable tenants and ensuring quality service, you will manage a consistent housing patch while adhering to the Social Housing Regulation Act 2023. The Borough of Brent is hiring an Area Tenancy Manager to oversee end-to-end tenancies for social housing tenants. This rol

The Housing Officer will be the key point of contact on the ground for residents within their patch, addressing local issues, enforcing tenancy conditions, and supporting community cohesion in line with Eastend Homes’ values. Neighbourhood Housing Manager/Senior Officer. To deliver a responsive, v

Resident Liaison Officer (Social Housing) | Permanent | Amersham, Bucks. I have a great opportunity for a Resident Liaison Officer to join a well-established Social Housing Main Contractor on a permanent basis, based out of their offices near Amersham, Bucks. Self-motivated person who has worked in

You’ll collect rent and other money owed to Yorkshire Housing, while also helping customers improve their financial wellbeing and access the support they’re entitled to. Housing experience is great, but not essential – we’re more interested in your values, attitude and ability to connect wit

CIH International Housing Group in Preston is looking for a Housing Officer to support Service Users as part of the AASC contract.

We are looking for six Housing Officers to cover the following patches in the South West—Wiltshire, Dorset & Somerset:. Experience of tenancy, estate management, lettings or neighbourhood services within social housing. Knowledge of housing legislation, including safeguarding, ASB and welfare refo

A local council in Cannock Chase is seeking to fill three permanent positions for Housing Options Officers. The successful candidates will provide support to individuals at risk of homelessness, working to assess needs and develop personalized housing plans.

A recruitment agency is looking for a temporary Housing Officer to assist a government organization in Redbridge.

JOB TITLE: Credit Officer - CRE & Housing - SME. The Real Estate & Housing Credit team has a strong reputation for developing its people. Sitting within this division, the Real Estate & Housing Credit team manages clients with debt exposures of up to c£25m.

Our Housing Advice & Outreach Officers are a front facing team, delivering a wide range of support directly within the community. In this role, you will provide comprehensive housing advice and practical support, with a strong emphasis on helping people maintain their existing accommodation wherever

Experience in local authority housing is ideal, but experience in housing associations or other housing management roles will also be considered. You will be at the heart of managing our clients housing estates, ensuring communities are safe, tenancies are well-managed, and services are delivered ef

Ashberry Recruitment are looking for a Housing Support Officer on an ongoing basis. Alternatively, someone with experience of tenancy sustainment, housing management support would be beneficial.

Housing Officer known internally as a Local Housing Manager. This role: MTVH is recruiting for a skilled and experienced Local Housing Manager who can provide excellent housing and estate services to our rented properties within a defined geographical patch. Whilst good working knowledge of housing

CIH International Housing Group is seeking a Temporary Accommodation Officer to work in North Northamptonshire.

Reading Borough Council is seeking an organised Technical Support Officer to join their Housing Property Services Team.

Hatched Recruitment Group is looking for a motivated Housing Officer to manage housing services in Bournemouth. The role requires experience in housing management, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving licence.

Good morning, Buckingham Futures is partnering with a Local Authority in the North of England to recruit an experienced Senior Housing Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on housing safety, compliance, and enforcement in the private sector. Investigate private sector housing complaints