Compliance and Procurement Officer - Rough Sleepers
Full-time
Others
Kingston upon Thames, London, KT1 1...
6 days ago
Compliance & Procurement Officer Kingston upon Thames Homelessness & Mental Health Focussed Homelessness Service 12 Weeks.....
Compliance & Procurement Officer
Kingston upon Thames
Homelessness & Mental Health Focussed Homelessness Service
12 Weeks
36 hours
£18.99 LTD / £16.19 PAYE (inc hol)
Looking for a role that makes a difference in your community? Join our Local Authority client as a Compliance & Procurement Officer, supporting property management and rehousing services for rough sleepers in Kingston upon Thames.
THE ROLE
Deliver high-quality service in managing property acquisition, renewals, re-lets, and hand-backs for private sector landlords and rough sleepers, while ensuring compliance and maintaining strong landlord relationships.
- Ensure properties meet safety standards and support rough sleeper rehousing placements.
- Conduct scheduled and responsive property visits, ensuring compliance with Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) for properties in and outside the borough.
- Liaise with landlords, housing providers, and contractors to meet Gas Safe and relevant legislative standards.
- Maintain detailed records, update compliance databases, and provide regular feedback on property interactions.
- Identify and report any non-compliance issues, HHSRS hazards, and Safeguarding concerns from stakeholders.
- Oversee property management expenditures and payments related to rough sleeper schemes.
- Prepare quarterly GLA reports and other required statistical data.
THE CANDIDATE
We are seeking a candidate with previous experience in a similar frontline public housing service role, especially in property compliance and procurement.
- Proven experience in marketing and procurement of private sector properties with a track record in lettings.
- Strong knowledge of housing law, security of tenure, and health and safety for temporary accommodations.
- Familiarity with private leasing schemes, including financial and operational considerations.
- Understanding of rough sleepers' needs within temporary accommodations.
- Skilled in partnership working, negotiation, and case management.
THE CONTRACT
- 36 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
- 12 weeks with potential for extension or a permanent position
- Pay: £18.99 per hour LTD rate; PAYE equivalent is £16.19 per hour, inclusive of holiday.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee . mcmillan @ servicecare . org. uk or call 01772 208966 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail!
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £25
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