Standards Officer

Overview

Salary range from £29,633 to £40,988 dependent on experience plus flexible benefits allowance up to £2,071 per annum and a vehicle allowance of up to £2,683 per annum. Woking. Closing on 02/08/2026 at 23:55. Permanent | Flexible Hours/Full Time. 37 hours per week.

Woking Borough Council has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced professional to join our busy and dedicated Housing Standards Team as a Housing Standards Officer on a full time, permanent basis.

• Report to the Senior Housing Standards Officer and be responsible for improving housing standards across the Borough by working pro-actively, providing advice and guidance, undertaking detailed property inspections, and taking appropriate enforcement action using a wide range of relevant legislation, including licensing, to reduce hazards in housing in the private sector.
• Contribute to major sector changes with the implementation of the Renters' Rights Act and the introduction of Additional Licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation.

• Experience in Housing Standards and knowledge of housing legislation across all areas of housing standards.
• Excellent customer service skills and knowledge and experience of residential property and tenancies.
• Positive and confident outlook with the ability to communicate accurately and effectively with a wide range of people, including diverse client groups.
• Opportunity to undertake a Level 4 Apprenticeship in Regulatory Compliance with a focus on Housing.
• Valid full driver’s licence (required for this role).
• Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required; the Council provides assistance and details in the application pack.

• The interview will include a short written element.
• The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential. An assessment may be required.
• Closing Date: 2 August 2026 – 23:55
• Interview Date: 11 August 2026
• Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) statement and UK visa sponsorship information are included in the full job pack.

• A competitive salary
• Flexible benefits and vehicle allowance
• 23 days annual leave
• Flexi time scheme
• Membership of the local government pension scheme
• Discounted health and leisure membership
• Excellent career opportunities for committed individuals

The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Council will offer assistance and further details will be in the job application pack.

Please apply online via the link provided.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post. An assessment may be required. For informal discussion, contact the Human Resources team or the named individuals in the job pack.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Statement:
Surrey is included in plans with new unitary councils expected by April 2027. Woking Borough Council remains committed to delivering high-quality services during this transition and most employees are expected to transfer to the new councils. This may present new career development opportunities across the region.

UK Visa Sponsorship:
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

AI Use in Applications:
Applicants may use AI tools to assist with preparing applications, but all information submitted must reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience and qualifications.