Client

Local Authority in Newham

Job Title

Temporary Accomodation Admin Officer

Pay Rate

-160 DAILY UMBRELLA

Hours

36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri)9AM-5PM

Duration

Initial 3 month contract

Location

HYBRID WORKING- 3 DAYS OFFICE BASED FROM BRIDGE ROAD DEPOT, NEWHAM

Description

Role Purpose

To provide high-quality administrative support to the Temporary Accommodation team, ensuring the smooth management of placements, accurate record keeping, and effective coordination with providers, residents, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Process temporary accommodation bookings, extensions, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate records of placements, voids, and occupancy on housing systems.
• Liaise with accommodation providers, landlords, and internal teams (PRS, Housing Inclusion) to coordinate placements and resolve queries.
• Manage team inboxes and respond to enquiries from residents and stakeholders.
• Support rent accounts, invoice processing, and escalate any discrepancies.
• Upload and manage key documentation (licence agreements, compliance records).
• Assist with data reporting and performance tracking.
• Provide general admin support including scheduling, minute taking, and record management.

Key Requirements

• Previous administrative experience, ideally within housing or a local authority.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage high volumes of work.
• Good attention to detail and accurate data entry skills.
• Experience using housing systems (e.g. NEC/Northgate) desirable.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Additional Information

• Fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Knowledge of temporary accommodation processes is desirable.

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