Temporary Housing Accommodation Officer

Job description

Location: Maidenhead (SL6) + Site Visits (Slough, Maidenhead, Windsor)

Contract: 3 Months (subject to extension)

Pay Rate: £20 PAYE / £28 Umbrella per hour

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (37 hours per week)

Travel: Mileage paid from Maidenhead office to sites and back

• Hybrid working model:
• 2 days per week conducting site visits (property inspections/audits)
• 1–2 days per week office-based in Maidenhead (SL6)
• Remaining days working from home

We are recruiting for a Housing Accommodation Officer to support the delivery of a high-quality temporary accommodation service. You will play a key role in ensuring properties meet required standards, supporting placements, and maintaining accurate records while helping to manage costs effectively.

This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for someone organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple priorities.

• Carry out inspections of temporary accommodation properties (new and existing) to ensure suitability and compliance
• Coordinate and manage placements into temporary accommodation
• Maintain accurate property and customer records, including placements and cessations
• Set up and manage accommodation charge accounts, including monitoring and chasing arrears
• Work closely with internal teams (Housing, Benefits, Environmental Health) and external providers
• Support cost control and value for money across the temporary accommodation service
• Assist with reporting, data analysis, and performance monitoring

Essential:

• Valid UK driving licence
• Access to own vehicle with business insurance
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask effectively
• Proactive and able to work independently
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to manage workload in a busy, customer-focused environment

Desirable:

• Experience within housing, homelessness, or temporary accommodation services
• Knowledge of housing legislation and processes

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Confident dealing with a range of stakeholders and customers
• Able to remain calm and professional under pressure
• A strong team player with a flexible approach to work

• Basic DBS check required
• Travel across the borough required as part of the role
• Mileage reimbursed for site visits (from office base only)

If you’re looking for an opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced housing environment and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Maidenhead

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £20.00 and £28.00 Per Hour

Published at

25-06-2026

Profession type

Legal

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English