Grants Officer; Disabled Facilities Grant

Grants Officer (Disabled Facilities Grant) (Adult Social Care – Disability Housing Team, Town Hall and Civic Offices) – £33,699 pa

"South Tyneside is a fantastic place to be; with passionate people who really care about each other, great partnership working as part of our South Tyneside Alliance, amazing services and a real sense of community spirit."

If you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference to people's lives every day, then this could be the opportunity for you.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and customer‑focused Grants Officer to join our Disability Housing Team within Adult Social Care.

This is a rewarding and varied role, helping disabled people and their families access adaptations that enable them to remain safe, independent and comfortable in their own homes.

You will be responsible for the administration and delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants and related housing adaptation projects. As a Grants Officer, you will manage Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) applications from referral through to completion, working closely with Occupational Therapists, residents, contractors, architects, housing colleagues and partner organisations to turn recommendations into practical solutions.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping people live independently and who can build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

• The opportunity to transform lives through practical solutions that support independence.
• A varied and rewarding role.
• Flexible and supportive working arrangements.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.

We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here:

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre‑employment checks.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

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Closing date:
Noon, 31 July 2026.