Interim Housing Officer

CV-LibraryTorquay, Borough of TorbaytemporaryPosted: 27 March 2026
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Interim Housing Officer – Devon
Contract: 3 months (with potential extension)
Rate: Negotiable hourly rate (DOE)
Location: Devon

We are seeking an experienced Interim Housing Officer to join a busy housing provider in Devon on an initial 3-month contract. This is a hands-on role managing a complex patch of up to 100 properties, requiring strong tenancy management skills and the ability to handle challenging cases with confidence and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage a defined patch of residential properties, delivering a high-quality housing management service

* Handle anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases, including investigation, enforcement, and partnership working

* Support vulnerable residents, working with external agencies to sustain tenancies

* Manage and reduce rent arrears, including recovery action and tenant engagement

* Respond to and manage cases relating to damp and mould, ensuring compliance with Awaab’s Law and internal policies

* Carry out tenancy visits, inspections, and risk assessments

* Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with all relevant housing legislation

Requirements

* Proven experience in a Housing Officer / Tenancy Management role

* Strong working knowledge of ASB case management, safeguarding, and tenancy law

* Experience dealing with complex and high-demand patches

* Understanding of Awaab’s Law, damp and mould regulations, and property compliance

* Ability to manage arrears and engage effectively with tenants in difficult circumstances

* Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills

* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (preferred)

What’s on Offer

* Competitive, negotiable hourly rate

* Flexible working arrangements

* Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a supportive team

* Potential for contract extension

Call Ellie Benson on (phone number removed)/(phone number removed) to discuss

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