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Post No. SH0083.2 - Accommodation Officer.



Newport is a leading council with a great deal to offer. Our housing and communities services have delivered excellent outcomes for our residents and we are looking for someone to join our Private Sector Initiatives Team.



We are seeking an Accommodation Officer to assist our busy team with bookings for temporary accommodation and with the management of Temporary, Transitional and Settled accommodation provided by the Council to respond to homelessness in Newport.



We operate property leasing schemes and the team also leads on liaising with landlords and agents to enable clients to access the private rented sector to reduce homelessness. There is ample opportunity to shape services and make your mark in Newport.



The authority are also delivering initiatives to support Welsh Governments vision to end homelessness including implementing the Ending Homelessness Action Plan and developing a Rapid Rehousing Transition Plan.



We are seeking an energetic individual with experience of providing housing services and a passion for making a difference. This post offers a wide range of experience, challenges, and personal and professional development to the successful applicant. If you can evidence your ability to deliver effective services and outcomes in this field, we would love to hear from you.



In return for your commitment, we offer an open, friendly working environment with modern working practices and systems. Benefits include a generous annual leave entitlements, professional development, and flexible working.



Role location based in Newport city centre, this role also involves travel between properties. There is also an opportunity for some hybrid office/home working.



The interview date will be confirmed shortly following shortlisting.



For an informal conversation about the role please contact Accommodation Supply Manager Hannah Thorne on 07814495240 or at Hannah.thorne@newport.gov.uk



Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from the minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city). Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.



Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.



We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.



Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.



Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together

Ein gwerthoedd Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd