Private Rented Sector Access Officer (AEFO)

Service Care Solutions • Contract • South Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, GB • £19 / hour • 3w ago

Private Rented Sector Access Officer
📍 Location: Doncaster
💰 Rate: £19.28 LTD per hour
🕒 Full-time | Temporary Contract
I’m currently working on behalf of a local authority client in Doncaster to recruit for a Private Rented Sector Access Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy Housing Options team and play a key role in helping prevent homelessness by securing and sustaining private rented sector accommodation.
🔹 Key Responsibilities:

Work with private landlords and letting agents to source accommodation for households at risk of homelessness
Offer landlord incentives and ensure properties meet safety and quality standards
Support clients to move into and sustain tenancies in the private rented sector
Deliver advice and assistance in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act
Liaise with internal teams and external partners including Social Services, DWP, and voluntary agencies
Maintain accurate records, update systems, and provide performance data as required

🔹 Requirements:

Experience working in housing or homelessness services, ideally with private sector access
Strong understanding of tenancy sustainment and the challenges in the private rented market
Confident engaging with landlords and vulnerable clients
Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
Excellent communication and partnership working skills
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable

If you’re passionate about preventing homelessness and have experience working within housing or the private rented sector, I’d love to hear from you.
📩 To apply or find out more, please contact George Westhead at Service Care Solutions on
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or email (url removed)