Accommodation Visiting Officer in Slough, Berkshire

Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer
Slough Borough Council, Housing Services – TA & Housing Allocations

Embark on an engaging career journey as a Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer with Slough Borough Council's Housing Services team. This locum role offers the flexibility of full-time work, allowing you to make a tangible impact on families and individuals residing in temporary accommodation. Working in the heart of Slough, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that accommodation standards are upheld and that residents are supported. If you have a flair for assessing and improving housing conditions, this is your chance to shine in a vibrant and rewarding environment.

Perks and benefits:
- Competitive hourly pay, allowing you to gain financial rewards that match your hard work.
- Flexible work arrangements that offer a healthy work-life balance.
- A variety of networking opportunities, enhancing your professional network within the housing sector.
- Professional development support to help you advance your career within the council.
- Enjoy the satisfaction of directly contributing to improving the living conditions and well-being of Slough’s residents.

What you will do:
- Conduct thorough visits to various temporary accommodations, including bed and breakfast and nightly paid options, ensuring they meet legislative and council criteria for suitability and safety.
- Perform detailed suitability assessments to identify potential health and safety risks, reports of overcrowding, disrepair, or mismanagement and recommend appropriate actions.
- Engage empathetically with residents, understanding the impact of temporary accommodation on their mental health, family dynamics, and overall quality of life.
- Spot potential safeguarding issues and make necessary referrals to protect vulnerable individuals.
- Verify resident occupancy and household composition to prevent housing-related fraud, protecting taxpayer funds.
- Maintain accurate records and reports, and collaborate seamlessly with internal teams and accommodation providers to enhance service delivery.
- Actively contribute to service improvement initiatives and work towards reducing reliance on bed and breakfast accommodations.

Located conveniently in Slough, this role not only gives you a chance to enrich your professional journey but also offers the opportunity to reside and work in a vibrant town famous for its diversity and rapid connectivity to London. Slough presents a rich mix of cultural activities, beautiful green spaces, and a dynamic community. Make your mark where your expertise is needed the most and enjoy all that Slough has to offer. Start this exciting venture today.

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