Job Description

37 hours per week



Temporary Maternity Cover - 12 Months



We are seeking to recruit a confident and effective Housing Group Support Officer with clerical and administrative experience to join the Housing Solutions team; delivering comprehensive administrative support for all the day-to-day activities as follows, but not limited to;



Administer entries and exits from emergency accommodation



Produce and monitor invoices for income from agencies and housing applicants



Reconciliation of Housing Benefit underpayments/overpayments



Arrange for storage of belongings



Process and distribute post



Answer telephone calls, emails and correspondence from customers/partners/agencies



Arrange for property repairs and replacement



Arrange/administer meetings



You will have methodical and organised ways of working, and the ability to plan and prioritise your workload. You will be competent in the use of general, financial and data systems.



You will also need to demonstrate experience of working with partner agencies to deliver support to vulnerable clients.



To be successful in this role, you will be a good problem solver who is able to work assertively but sensitively and also be a good team player.



Working as part of a busy team you will need to work well under pressure and on your own. You will be a fast learner, showing initiative and a problem solving approach to your work.



You will have excellent communication skills and a positive approach to your work.



We really want to hear from you and would like to offer you the opportunity to discuss the role further with our Team Manager Joanne Ginn by calling 01656 643103. This will give you the opportunity to discuss the role in more detail, ask any questions and gain valuable advice regarding the content of your application.



Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.



The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.



Temporary up to 12 months or until the post holder returns; whichever is earlier.



Closing Date: 28 January 2026



Shortlisting Date: 29 January 2026



Interview Date: 10 February 2026



Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council



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Job reference
18238
Date posted
08/01/2026
Application closing date
28/01/2026
Location
Bridgend County Borough
Salary
25,989 per annum
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Housing and Community Regeneration
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