Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an Allocations Officer for a Local Authority Client in Berkshire.
In this role, you will assess housing needs, manage applications, and allocate social housing fairly and efficiently to support residents in Slough.


Duties:
*Assess housing register applications and determine eligibility, priority, and banding.
*Allocate social housing, including direct matching for vulnerable or complex cases.
*Maintain accurate records and run reports on the housing register and voids.
*Conduct home visits to verify applicant circumstances and provide tenancy support.


Qualifications and Experience:
The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience:
*Experience working in a customer-focused role, supporting vulnerable individuals.
*Experience assessing applications and making decisions in line with legislation and policy.
*Experience maintaining accurate records and using housing IT systems (e.g., NEC, Civica, Jigsaw).
*Experience liaising with colleagues, external agencies, and professional partners.


What’s on offer:
Salary: £25ph
*may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience*
Contract type: 3-6 months minimum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week


How to apply:
*Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted.
*Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
*For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on .
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