Housing Officer, Social Work

Start your career in housing, property and social impact. Are you a recent graduate looking to build a meaningful career where you can combine property management with real social purpose? We are offering a Graduate Trainee Housing Officer opportunity within our Home Turf Lettings service. This is a development role designed to give you hands‑on experience in tenancy and property management while supporting people to sustain safe and stable homes.

You will receive structured supervision, formal training, and a clear progression pathway into a Housing Officer role.

As a Graduate Trainee Housing Officer, you will:

• Learn to manage a portfolio of tenancies and properties
• Support tenants to successfully sustain their tenancies
• Work with landlords and partner agencies
• Develop knowledge of housing law and tenancy management
• Assist with property inspections and maintenance coordination
• Support rent account monitoring and arrears management
• Promote independence and social inclusion
• You will work alongside people who may be experiencing homelessness, substance misuse challenges, or other vulnerabilities. A person‑centred, non‑judgemental approach is essential.

• Housing
• Social Sciences
• Criminology
• Psychology
• Property Management
• Community Development

• Organised and proactive
• Calm under pressure
• Confident communicating with a wide range of people
• Resilient and solution‑focused
• Interested in housing, property, or social inclusion careers
• Willing to travel across the region (full driving licence required)
• Previous housing experience is not required — we are looking for potential, motivation, and the right values.

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with service to 31 after 5 years)
• 7% employer pension contribution
• Adaptable hybrid working (subject to service need)
• Mileage allowance (45p per mile)
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• 24‑hour confidential support line
• Structured training and mentoring
• Clear progression to Housing Officer role (typically 12–18 months)

If you want a career where you can develop professional property management skills while making a tangible difference to people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.