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Additional information

This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.

Benefits and more information:

In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Staff Benefits page.

The Role

Regulatory Services Housing Enforcement: Southwark Council is committed to safeguarding the community and ensuring a safe, healthy, and compliant housing. Our Private Sector Housing Enforcement Team plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the borough’s living standards through education, engagement and rigorous enforcement. The team is also responsible one of the largest discretionary licensing schemes in London.

Are you passionate about safeguarding your community and improving housing standards? Do you want to lead in one of London's most ambitious Private Sector Housing Enforcement Teams? Southwark Council is expanding its team, offering you the opportunity to make a real difference while investing in your own professional growth.

Are you looking for a dynamic role where every day is different? Join our team as we expand to meet the needs of Southwark’s diverse and vibrant community. This is your opportunity to make a tangible difference in housing enforcement while investing in your own learning and development.

What You’ll Do:
As an Enforcement Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in regulating Southwark's private rented housing sector. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Investigating complaints and conducting inspections using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
  • Licensing properties to ensure compliance with housing standards.
  • Taking enforcement actions, such as issuing Civil Penalty Notices (CPNs) or preparing for legal proceedings.
  • Engaging with landlords, tenants, and the community to provide support and guidance.
  • Managing a varied caseload while meeting strict deadlines.

Your role will directly contribute to improving the living standards for residents and ensuring Southwark remains a place we are all proud to call home.

What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking individuals who are:

  • Knowledgeable about housing enforcement legislation and licensing processes.
  • Skilled in managing complex caseloads independently.
  • Excellent communicators who can engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Dedicated to delivering outstanding customer care and meeting the highest professional standards.
  • Eager to learn, develop, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Why Join Southwark Council?

  • Be part of a team that values innovation, diversity, and community impact.
  • Access tailored learning and development opportunities to grow your career.
  • Work in a supportive and inclusive environment committed to equality and justice.

How to Apply:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to the vibrant Southwark community, apply today! Together, we can make Southwark a place to be proud of.

Upload your complete CV and answer a few quick application questions to get started!

 

Recruitment timetable

Closing date: Sunday 23 February 2025

 

Interviews: Commence from mid March 2025

 

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

 

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

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