Sheltered Housing Officer
Sheltered Housing Officer – 3-Month Temporary Contract Are you passionate about supporting older people to live independently, safely, and confidently in their homes? We are working with a valued client to recruit a dedicated Sheltered Housing Officer for a 3‑month temporary assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference within a well-respected Housing team. 🔎 About the Role As a Sheltered Housing Officer, you will take responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of high‑quality sheltered housing schemes, ensuring the buildings remain safe, secure, and well‑maintained. You’ll play a key role in supporting residents to live independently, promoting wellbeing, and reducing loneliness through proactive engagement and partnership working. 🏡 Key Responsibilities In this rewarding position, you will: * Deliver housing management and support services that help residents sustain their tenancy and access wellbeing services. * Assist with creating support plans focused on reducing isolation and enhancing quality of life. * Work closely with adult social care, healthcare providers, voluntary organisations, and other partners to ensure resident safety. * Organise community activities and resident meetings to increase engagement and build community spirit. * Maximise rent and service charge income through early intervention on arrears. * Empower residents to get involved in shaping and improving the service. * Carry out health & safety and fire safety checks in accordance with statutory landlord requirements. * Manage the sign‑up process for new tenants and support with pre‑void inspections. * Handle low‑level ASB issues and escalate when required. 👤 About You Essential Experience: * Previous experience delivering housing management and support services to older people. * Experience managing health & safety and fire safety within a supported housing setting. * Confident handling emergencies and managing conflict sensitively and effectively. * Access to transport and a valid UK driving licence