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Job Title: Emergency Accommodation Officer North London £26.57 per hour (Umbrella) 3-month ongoing contract Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm (35 hours) Overview We are currently recruiting for an Emergency Accommodation Officer to join a Local Authority team in North London. This is a vital frontline role supporting residents within temporary and emergency accommodation, ensuring a safe, compliant, and well-managed environment.
Job Responsibility:
Support residents with sign-up of Licence Agreements and Housing Benefit forms
Liaise closely with Housing Case Workers and internal teams
Report repairs, incidents, accidents, and safeguarding concerns promptly
Ensure residents adhere to the terms of their Licence Agreements
Supervise cleaning staff to maintain high standards of cleanliness
Monitor and enforce Health & Safety compliance across the building
Act as a point of contact for residents, providing guidance and support
Escalate issues to relevant authorities where necessary
Requirements:
Strong customer service skills with a patient and empathetic approach
Experience working within housing, homelessness, or supported accommodation
Good knowledge of Housing Benefit and tenancy/licence agreements
Understanding of Health & Safety regulations
Ability to manage challenging situations and support vulnerable residents
Confident in reporting and escalating issues appropriately