£14.02 Per Hour
Full Time
Temporary
Niddrie, City of Edinburgh
Administration
Posted 7 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
Role: Housing Assistant
Location: Edinburgh East
Hours: Monday to Friday (36 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £14.02 per hour
Duration: Temporary 3 months (with possible extension)
Start Date: Immediate
This post requires a Basic Disclosure check which will cost £25
A driving licence is required for this role
⭐ Why This Role is a Great Opportunity
- Work at the heart of local housing services, supporting communities across Edinburgh.
- Gain hands-on experience within social housing, with real development potential.
- Play an active role in improving estates, reducing arrears and supporting tenants.
- Work alongside dedicated Housing Officers in a supportive, collaborative environment.
- Access to pool cars available — driving licence desirable but not essential.
🛠 What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting Housing Officers in managing rent arrears, tenancy issues, and estate tasks.
- Assisting with void property management, inspections, and letting processes.
- Engaging with tenants, offering advice, guidance, and support where needed.
- Handling enquiries via phone, email and in person with professionalism and empathy.
- Updating case notes, records and internal systems accurately and promptly.
- Helping maintain safe, well-kept estates and ensuring housing standards are met.
- Working confidently to meet deadlines and deliver efficient service support.
✅ What We’re Looking For
- Strong administrative background, ideally within a busy, public-facing environment.
- Excellent communication skills — written, verbal, and face-to-face.
- Ability to work well as part of a team and build positive working relationships.
- Highly organised, punctual and reliable with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and digital record-keeping systems.
- A calm, supportive approach when dealing with sensitive or challenging situations.
- Experience in housing, estates work, or local authority services.
- Driving licence required - full access to pool cars is provided.
💡 What’s In It For You?
- Real development opportunity in a key public sector service.
- Supportive team environment with training and guidance available.
- Meaningful work that directly impacts tenants and local communities.
- Temporary contract with extension opportunities for the right candidate.
📢 Ready to Apply?
If you're motivated, community-focused, and eager to develop a career in housing, we would love to hear from you.
Apply via this advert today!
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