Housing Officer (Temporary 6 Months) Employer: Harlow Council (supported by Essex County Council) Location: Harlow, Essex (on-site 2 days per week) Contract: Temporary 6 months Hours: Full-time Salary: £30/ph Closing Date: Today About the Role Harlow Council, supported by Essex County Council, is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Housing Officer to join our team on a temporary 6-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference within our local community by supporting our annual tenancy audit programme and ensuring that all council tenants receive the highest standard of housing management and support. The successful candidate will play a key role in visiting tenanted properties, verifying household information, identifying any support or safeguarding needs, and addressing property condition or tenancy issues. You will be part of a dedicated team ensuring that our homes are well managed, and that tenants are supported to maintain sustainable and successful tenancies. Key Responsibilities Carry out tenancy audits, home visits, and property inspections. Obtain and verify household information and identify support or safeguarding needs. Address tenancy issues, including property condition, repairs, and potential breaches. Provide a high-quality tenancy and estate management service to tenants and leaseholders. Investigate and resolve reports of anti-social behaviour, neighbour disputes, and tenancy breaches (excluding rent arrears). Mainta