Housing Officer

Date Posted

02/06/2026

Application Closing Date

30/06/2026 23:59

Hours

28 hours per week

Salary

£29,785.22 per annum pro-rata

Location

Salford

This role is known internally as “Scheme Coordinator”.

Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.

As part of our Neighbourhoods team, you’ll support our tenants living in our sheltered schemes, helping them live independently and guiding them to specialised support when needed.

Why ForHousing?

• Best companies 2-star employer – our colleagues rated us an “Outstanding Place to Work”.
• STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
• Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
• Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.

What you’ll be doing

• Tenant welfare checks.
• Carrying out and reviewing support plans.
• Identifying and monitoring risks.
• Making sure the schemes are safe by carrying out compliance checks.
• Testing emergency call systems and fire alarms.
• Signposting to relevant external agencies.
• Holding activities for tenants.
• Creating and maintaining computer-based records.

What we’re looking for

• Driving licence and use of a car for work purposes.
• Self-confidence.
• Empathy and resilience – sometimes you’ll deal with challenging situations.
• The ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
• Customer service and communications skills.
• IT skills and knowledge of using IT systems would be helpful, but you can learn that on the job if you haven’t done it before.

ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on ***email_hidden***

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early, depending on application volumes.

*Please include a cover letter to summarise why you’d be suitable for the role*

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