Visiting Officer
Visiting Officer
Location:
Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadWorking Hours:
15 hours per weekNumber of Positions:
1DBS Check:
EnhancedCastle Point Officers / Hybrid
Visiting Officer
Part time ( 15 Hours ) - 2 days a week
Grade 4 / SCP 13-16 = £28,163 -£29,572 pro rata
Closing Date = 17th August
Roles available = 1
Why Castle Point?
Castle Point Borough Council is a forward-thinking authority committed to delivering high-quality, financially sustainable services that put our residents first. With over 150 services and nearly 350 staff, we are proud to serve our community with integrity, transparency, and a strong focus on customer care.
Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus
The Opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Visiting Officer to join our Team. This is a dynamic role involving fieldwork across the borough to inspect properties, verify Council Tax and Business Rates liabilities, and ensure accurate records are maintained. You’ll be a key player in supporting fair and efficient revenue collection, working closely with internal departments and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular inspections of residential and commercial properties.
- Issue Completion Notices and submit proposals to the Valuation Office.
- Verify eligibility for discounts, exemptions, and reliefs.
- Investigate undelivered mail cases and confirm property usage.
- Maintain accurate visit records, upload photographic evidence, and liaise with landlords and letting agents.
- Collaborate with Planning and Building Control teams to identify property changes.
- Support account maintenance and liability assessments for Council Tax and Business Rates.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
- Confident communicator with the ability to engage with the public and stakeholders.
- Experience in a revenues, compliance, or property inspection role is desirable.
- Comfortable working independently and managing a flexible schedule.
- Proficiency in using IT systems to record and update property data.
What We Offer
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
- Opportunities for training and career development.
- Agile working arrangements.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding.
Castle Point Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, including veterans and care leavers.
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Salary range
- £28,163 - £29,572 per year