Private Sector Housing Officer (Disabled Facilities Grant), North London

Private Sector Housing Officer (Disabled Facilities Grant), North London

Pay rate up to £35.63 per hour

Contract role, Local Government Housing

We are recruiting for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer in North London.

Purpose of the Job:

1. To provide a service to Hackney's Private Housing Sector that makes a real difference to residents' lives by ensuring that conditions and management in private residential accommodation are of a satisfactory standard.
2. To assess housing conditions and management in DFG Home Adaptations Service, give advice, and take action as necessary, including enforcement action or grant assistance to ensure that living conditions and management standards are brought up to satisfactory levels.
3. To assess and process applications for Disabled Facilities and Minor Adaptations Grants and, where necessary, monitor adaptation works to enable disabled residents to remain living independently in their homes.
4. To process applications for property licences, including inspection of housing conditions and assessment of management standards.
5. Take enforcement action in respect of licensing requirements, non-compliance with housing conditions, housing management, and other related defects.

Essential Experience:

This is a contract role, and you will need to have experience in a similar role, along with the following qualifications:

• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health (or equivalent housing-related qualification)
• A recognized HHSRS assessors training course

Additional Opportunities:

Work with Vitalis to discover exciting opportunities in qualified social work, housing, and SEND roles. We support you every step of the way with:

• Dedicated Consultant - Access to a specialist who knows the market and can provide tailored career advice.
• Hassle-Free Registration - Quick and easy registration process.
• Exclusive Incentives - Referral schemes, bonuses, and perks.
• Compliance Simplified - We handle ongoing compliance requirements.
• Fast, Reliable Payroll - Prompt and consistent payment.

Whether you're a qualified social worker or interested in housing or SEND roles, we have opportunities for you. If this role isn't the perfect fit, we can find one that is. We recruit across various 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
• Various housing roles
• Careers in SEND in local authorities

Get in touch today to explore our exciting opportunities! Contact me at or call for more information.