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Wokingham Borough Council is committed to preventing and relieving homelessness in our community by securing suitable accommodation for those in need. Our team plays a critical role in ensuring that homeless households have access to safe and secure housing. We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive candidate to join our team as an Accommodation Procurement Officer. This role is essential in helping us expand our network of accommodation providers and support households in transitioning from temporary or insecure housing to more permanent solutions.


The Role
As an Accommodation Procurement Officer, you will work closely with our Homelessness Prevention Officers to secure private rented sector accommodation for households at risk of homelessness.
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Your main responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Establishing a network of new accommodation providers. Engage with existing and prospective landlords and letting agents to expand our pool of available properties.</li>
<li>Conducting thorough property inspections.</li>
<li>Adhering to procurement processes and compliance checks.</li>
<li>Promoting the uptake of our Rent Guarantee Scheme.</li>
<li>Coordinating property viewings.</li>
<li>Managing properties under the Rent Guarantee Scheme, including conducting regular inspections and taking enforcement action when necessary.</li>
<li>Inspecting and procuring properties to meet business requirements.</li>
<li>Conducting regular visits to households.</li>
</ul>
About You
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with a strong background in housing procurement or property management. The ideal candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>Experience working with landlords and letting agents, with a proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships.</li>
<li>A thorough understanding of property standards and regulations.</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills and excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.</li>
<li>Experience in housing management is highly desirable.</li>
</ul>
The successful candidate must hold a full clean UK driving licence and have their access to their own vehicle, as the role involves regular travel within and outside the Wokingham borough.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
For an Informal discussion, please email Paul Morgan, Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team Lead - <a href="mailto:paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date of applications: 11.00pm on 27/07/2025
Interview date: 29th, 30th and 31st July 2025
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Accommodation Procurement Officer

<ul></ul>





&nbsp;X2 23 Month contract, Full-time hours – 37 per week.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, empathetic, passionate, organised and team-oriented individual who enjoys a challenge.  Working in the income team is not just about collecting rent but about trying to make a difference to the people’s lives we work with and strengthen communities. We value our staff and the difference that they make to our customers. &nbsp;
Our Housing and Communities Teams are passionate about the people who live in Reading; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We have a great track record in building strategic partnerships, successfully bidding for Government funding, major project delivery. &nbsp;
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. 
About the role &nbsp;
This role, although contractually office based, allows for hybrid working with an aim of making it easier to manage workloads and a work/life balance. You will also be out and about on the estates, visiting people in their homes. This is a very varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. One day you will be visiting residents in their home to discuss affordable payment arrangements and the next carrying out tenancy sign ups.&nbsp;
You will be creative in your approach to support customers and ensure optimal income collection. You'll also carry out a range of tasks including looking at dedicated accounts and really getting to know your tenants, providing expert welfare benefit and income maximisation advice, assisting in preparing applications for court, organising and attending case conferences and court hearings. You will have an eye for detail and will want to do the best by our residents in supporting them to sustain their tenancies. &nbsp;
About you &nbsp;
The following experience is required for this role:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Experience in income management or debt recovery/collection up to court applications (preferably in a social housing environment although this is not essential) or a similar environment&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Ability to show an understanding of the recovery process&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Ability to understand the challenges of recovery&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Excellent customer service skills&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
A working knowledge of welfare benefits or an ability to learn, understand and give advice on welfare benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
To be a self-starter with a proactive approach and possess the ability to work without close supervision&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
To have effective decision-making skills, a diplomatic and confidential approach and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Preferable to have a full driving licence&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day.&nbsp; You’ll also be working withing our Team Reading values to ensure you are part of making Reading a successful and vibrant place. &nbsp;
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: &nbsp;
Work Together as one team- work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do&nbsp;
Drive Efficiency- show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential&nbsp;
Be Ambitious- be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading- maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed&nbsp;
 Our offer&nbsp;
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.&nbsp; &nbsp; A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a>(LGPS)&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
 For more information on this position please contact Jamie Hill, Housing Income Recovery Manager at <a href="mailto:Jamie.Hill@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jamie.Hill@reading.gov.uk</a>
&nbsp; Closing Date: Sunday 10th August 2025&nbsp;
Interview Date: To be confirmed&nbsp;
Interview Process: Question Based&nbsp;
 Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;

Reading Borough Council

Specialist Housing Income Recovery Officer

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an exciting opportunity available for a Safe Accommodation Support Officer to join our Housing Needs and Options Service, here at Wokingham Borough Council. This exciting new post will support the delivery of the Home Refuge Service and other safe accommodation housing options which will prevent homelessness for victim survivors of domestic abuse.&nbsp;
The Role&nbsp;
As the Safe Accommodation Support Officer, you will be the lead officer for the Home Refuge Scheme, ensuring that the scheme is delivered in line with legislation and best practise and that homelessness prevention is achieved through making properties safe for victim survivors.&nbsp;
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract for 25 hours per week.&nbsp;
Your main responsibilities will include:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Triaging referrals received for the Home Refuge Scheme and assessing suitability for the scheme&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Liaising with victim survivors of domestic abuse and attend home visits to complete target hardening risk assessment and complete relevant safeguarding referrals&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Working with landlords and other external partner to secure installation of security measures&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Working with statutory and voluntary organisations to promote the Home Refuge Scheme and other safe accommodation options which are available for victim survivors of domestic abuse and to assit with the ongoing developement of dispersed accommodation&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>To support with data collection and monitoring and assist with managing stock required for the Home Refuge scheme&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About You&nbsp;
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with experience of working with vulnerable people; it is desirable for experience of working with victim survivors in the community.&nbsp; The ideal candidate will have:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Previous experience in a front-line housing service or of working with/ alongside safeguarding services&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Good written and verbal communication skills&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A valid driving license and daily access to a vehicle&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.&nbsp;
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.&nbsp;
For an Informal discussion, please email Tanya Pellew, Housing and Domestic Abuse Specialist <a href="mailto:tanya.pellew@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">tanya.pellew@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing date of applications:  3rd August 2025, 11pm
Interview date:  TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Safe Accommodation Support Officer

<ul></ul>





We're looking for a dedicated Technical
 Support Officer to join our Housing Property Services team. In
 this essential role, you'll provide high-quality administrative
 and technical support to our housing teams - including property
 services, engineering, repairs &amp; maintenance, and
 compliance. 
 
We seek the best talent from the widest
 pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our
 success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident
 Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued
 employment of people with disabilities.
We support hybrid working, it's important
 to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our
 employees to excel and within this role you'll have the
 opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle.
About the role:
You'll be the first point of contact for
 internal and external customers, helping to progress housing
 planned programmes of work, essential cyclical programmes and
 work stream linked to statutory compliance obligation as a social
 landlord, process invoices, maintain records, and handle queries
 with professionalism and care. 
 
Your day-to-day work could vary from working with our team on a
 Zero Carbon strategy to our existing housing stock, to assisting
 with admin function to enable various Maintenance / Servicing
 program of works as well as our additional projects. We work with
 various departments within the wider housing property services
 team therefore you could find yourself liaising with other
 departments such as our Sheltered Housing team. 
 Role
 responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Supporting frontline housing services
 with efficient and accurate admin support</li>
<li>Maintaining and updating databases and
 documentation</li>
<li>Handling customer and contractor
 enquiries via phone and face-to-face</li>
<li>Raising purchase orders and processing
 invoices</li>
<li>Preparing and distributing letter
 communications to keep residents informed and resolving and
 responding to complaints</li>
<li>Attending sites to conduct site
 inspections as and when required</li>
<li>Taking minutes at meetings and
 coordinating appointments</li>
<li>Delivering excellent customer service
 and teamwork across departments</li>
</ul>
Works include
 carrying out administration to facilitate contracts and projects
 of a vast portfolio as well as the day-to-day administration
 requirements for the service.
You will be part
 of an operational team providing an efficient and effective
 service and good customer care, meeting the needs of both
 internal and external customers. You will update and maintain
 database records, produce documents and standard letters, process
 work tickets for the in-house Housing Repairs and Maintenance
 Service and generally provide technical administration support
 for all areas of the team.&nbsp;

About
 you:
The following
 experience is required for this role:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Competent
 literacy and numeracy.</li>
<li>Ability to
 compose short letters with correct punctuation, spelling and
 grammar, whilst expressing accurate information.</li>
<li>Uploading of
 documentation to various systems as required for regulatory
 purposes and standards.</li>
<li>Raising of purchase orders and works
 orders as required.</li>
<li>Knowledge of
 schedule of rates in the construction industry and their
 use.</li>
<li>Experience of
 large-scale data entry, and administrative work.</li>
<li>Happy
 supporting customer or clients face to face, by telephone or
 through Teams.</li>
<li>Comfortable
 using IT to amend and develop database records and complete
 reports.</li>
<li>Ability to work
 with initiative, be solution driven and orientated in assisting
 the team in finding solutions to issues.</li>
</ul>

You'll be part of a team that relies on
 each individual to play their part to the best of their ability.
 As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day,
 you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part
 in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. 
 
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a
 great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the
 benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we
 will achieve this:

Work Together as
 one team - work collaboratively, with each other and
 with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in
 everything we do
Drive
 Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and
 put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take
 responsibility for our own learning and development and for
 reaching our potential
Be
 Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance -
 striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and
 challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a
 Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of
 customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the
 services needed at the time they are needed

Our
 offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow
 and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas
 across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and
 you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and
 collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of
 benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days
 holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after
 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working
 opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at 19 Bennet
 Road, Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension
 Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual
 salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery)
 rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the
 cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme
 allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three
 years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road
 tax</li>
</ul>
For more
 information on this position please contact: David Ade -
 Engineering Services Manager, <a href="mailto:David.ade@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">David.ade@reading.gov.uk</a> 
 
Closing Date: Sunday 20th July 2025
Interview Date: to be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given
 as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a
 sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore,
 it is strongly advised that you complete and return your
 application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Technical Support Officer - Housing Property Services Team

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</ul>

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We have an exciting opportunity available for an Overseas Arrivals Accommodation Co-ordinator to join our Housing Needs and Options Service, here at Wokingham Borough Council. This exciting new post will provide strategic direction for migration in the borough and will be responsible for coordinating a Council wide response to this increasing demand. This post will identify opportunities to prevent and relief homelessness for this cohort by coordinating bids for funding opportunities and effectively managing existing migration budgets to ensure that preventative measures are put into place that deliver quantifiable outcomes in service delivery.
The Role
As the Overseas Arrivals Accommodation Co-ordinator, you will work closely with senior officers in the Housing Needs and Options Service, as well as with other senior officers across the Council in key areas including Housing, Education, Transport and Community Safety. You will also work closely with the Voluntary and Community Sector.&nbsp;
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Your main responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Using data and intelligence to forecast migration numbers and future demands on Council services and to produce regular reports to inform the Corporate Leadership Team.</li>
<li>Undertake research to inform policy development and best practice.</li>
<li>Identify and assess potential risks associated with migration pressures, including financial and operational risks.</li>
<li>To manage migration budgets and migration related funding streams, ensuring that allocated budgets deliver preventative measures which lead to cost avoidance and long-term financial sustainability.</li>
<li>Apply project management principles including coordinating project meetings, producing project plans and risk registers; lead on all projects, strategies and policies relating to migration.</li>
<li>Represent the Council in regional forums and partnerships on migration and in discussions with central government bodies, advocating for local needs and ensuring alignment with national policies.</li>
</ul>
About You
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with an in-depth knowledge of migration, the asylum process and homelessness legislation. The ideal candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>Experience of managing budgets, project management and partnership working.</li>
<li>An ability to collaborate with senior officers, Elected Members, and partners.</li>
<li>Strong research, evaluation, and analytical skills.</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to inform and influence senior internal and external stakeholders in key decisions.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Programme or project management qualifications or demonstrable experience in supporting projects and/or programmes is highly desirable.</li>
</ul>
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
For an Informal discussion, please email Danielle Willmott, Interim Head of Housing Needs and Options - <a href="mailto:danielle.willmott@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">danielle.willmott@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date of applications: 11.00pm on 13/07/2025
Interview date: Week commencing 14/07/2025&nbsp;
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Overseas Arrivals Accommodation Co-ordinator

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</ul>

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We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, permanent Housing Options Officer.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
We are looking for a passionate and self-motivated person with empathy and understanding to build relationships with customers when facing homelessness.
You will have experience of problem solving and working with a diverse clientele within a housing environment.&nbsp; Excellent negotiating skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers and other stakeholders is vital for this role.
You will work alongside the Rough Sleeper and Single Homelessness team whose mission it is to eradicate rough sleeping in Bracknell Forest.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
You will be joining a dynamic, friendly and solution-based Housing Options team delivering proactive advice and assistance to households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness.
The work is fast paced and innovative, sometimes the work is challenging however there is also time for finding creative solutions and every day is different.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>As a Housing Options Officer you will be responsible for providing help and comprehensive advice to households who are either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless by assisting them to retain their existing accommodation or secure alternative housing.</li>
<li>To consider and assess homelessness applications in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 Part VII (as amended by the Homeless Act 2002 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017).</li>
<li>To provide a customer focused approach ensuring that a full housing needs assessment has been undertaken, all statutory notifications and Personal Housing Plans are published to help customers secure housing.</li>
<li>In addition, you will be working in partnership with other specialist agencies, including children and adult services, probation, hospitals and voluntary organisations, to prevent homelessness.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on21st July 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Emma Thomas - Housing Options Team Leader
Tel: 01344 351352
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.&nbsp;
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Housing Options Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an exciting opportunity available for an Overseas Arrivals Accommodation Co-ordinator to join our Housing Needs and Options Service, here at Wokingham Borough Council. This exciting new post will provide strategic direction for migration in the borough and will be responsible for coordinating a Council wide response to this increasing demand. This post will identify opportunities to prevent and relief homelessness for this cohort by coordinating bids for funding opportunities and effectively managing existing migration budgets to ensure that preventative measures are put into place that deliver quantifiable outcomes in service delivery.
The Role
As the Overseas Arrivals Accommodation Co-ordinator, you will work closely with senior officers in the Housing Needs and Options Service, as well as with other senior officers across the Council in key areas including Housing, Education, Transport and Community Safety. You will also work closely with the Voluntary and Community Sector.&nbsp;
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Your main responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Using data and intelligence to forecast migration numbers and future demands on Council services and to produce regular reports to inform the Corporate Leadership Team.</li>
<li>Undertake research to inform policy development and best practice.</li>
<li>Identify and assess potential risks associated with migration pressures, including financial and operational risks.</li>
<li>To manage migration budgets and migration related funding streams, ensuring that allocated budgets deliver preventative measures which lead to cost avoidance and long-term financial sustainability.</li>
<li>Apply project management principles including coordinating project meetings, producing project plans and risk registers; lead on all projects, strategies and policies relating to migration.</li>
<li>Represent the Council in regional forums and partnerships on migration and in discussions with central government bodies, advocating for local needs and ensuring alignment with national policies.</li>
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About You
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with an in-depth knowledge of migration, the asylum process and homelessness legislation. The ideal candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>Experience of managing budgets, project management and partnership working.</li>
<li>An ability to collaborate with senior officers, Elected Members, and partners.</li>
<li>Strong research, evaluation, and analytical skills.</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to inform and influence senior internal and external stakeholders in key decisions.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Programme or project management qualifications or demonstrable experience in supporting projects and/or programmes is highly desirable.</li>
</ul>
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
For an Informal discussion, please email Danielle Willmott, Interim Head of Housing Needs and Options - <a href="mailto:danielle.willmott@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">danielle.willmott@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date of applications: 11.00pm on 13/07/2025
Interview date: Week commencing 14/07/2025&nbsp;
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.




Wokingham Borough Council is committed to preventing and relieving homelessness in our community by securing suitable accommodation for those in need. Our team plays a critical role in ensuring that homeless households have access to safe and secure housing. We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive candidate to join our team as an Accommodation Procurement Officer. This role is essential in helping us expand our network of accommodation providers and support households in transitioning from temporary or insecure housing to more permanent solutions.


The Role
As an Accommodation Procurement Officer, you will work closely with our Homelessness Prevention Officers to secure private rented sector accommodation for households at risk of homelessness.
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Your main responsibilities will include:
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<li>Establishing a network of new accommodation providers. Engage with existing and prospective landlords and letting agents to expand our pool of available properties.</li>
<li>Conducting thorough property inspections.</li>
<li>Adhering to procurement processes and compliance checks.</li>
<li>Promoting the uptake of our Rent Guarantee Scheme.</li>
<li>Coordinating property viewings.</li>
<li>Managing properties under the Rent Guarantee Scheme, including conducting regular inspections and taking enforcement action when necessary.</li>
<li>Inspecting and procuring properties to meet business requirements.</li>
<li>Conducting regular visits to households.</li>
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About You
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with a strong background in housing procurement or property management. The ideal candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>Experience working with landlords and letting agents, with a proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships.</li>
<li>A thorough understanding of property standards and regulations.</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills and excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.</li>
<li>Experience in housing management is highly desirable.</li>
</ul>
The successful candidate must hold a full clean UK driving licence and have their access to their own vehicle, as the role involves regular travel within and outside the Wokingham borough.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
For an Informal discussion, please email Paul Morgan, Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team Lead - <a href="mailto:paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date of applications: 11.00pm on 21/07/2025
Interview date: Week commencing 28/07/2025
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

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