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Private Rented Sector Access Officer (AEFO)

Job Description

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
01772 208 966
or email george.westhead@servicecare.org.uk