30 hours per week
This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working
The Isle of Wight Council is looking for an Accommodation and Housing Officer to join our dedicated Housing Team and play a vital role in supporting residents who are experiencing housing difficulties. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives, helping individuals and families who are living in temporary accommodation.
As an Accommodation and Housing Officer, you are responsible for property and tenancy administration for temporary accommodation. The role manages tenants moving into and out of homes and tenancy-related matters. It also carries out property inspections and ensure property health and safety compliance. No two days are the same, offering a varied and engaging role where your communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills will be highly valued.
This is more than a housing role. It is an opportunity to contribute to stronger communities across the Isle of Wight. By helping residents access safe and sustainable housing, you will support improved wellbeing, reduce homelessness, and create positive outcomes for some of the Island's most vulnerable people. Your work will have a lasting impact on both individuals and the wider community.
In return, you will join a supportive and experienced team committed to making a difference. We are looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient, and motivated, with the ability to build positive relationships and work confidently in a fast-paced environment. If you want a career where you can see the results of your work every day and play a key role in improving lives across the Isle of Wight, we would love to hear from you.
For further information or an informal discussion, please email David Dakin at [email protected].
Interview date: Monday 21st September 2026
Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:
- Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
- Local Government pension scheme
- Discounted Solent ferry travel
- Island bus network discount
- Cycle to work scheme
- Staff parking permit scheme
- Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
- National and local discounts & benefits schemes
- Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
- Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community.
We are a Disability Confident employer. Along with a number of commitments, this means, providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council.
The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination, and this is supported by;
unacceptable behaviour policy
employee code of conduct
The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via [email protected] if you would like to receive a copy.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.
Please note, appointment to a regulated role will require you to provide additional personal details, including full employment history, referee information, and consent for any required safeguarding checks, as part of the Council’s commitment to safer recruitment and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Out of Hours Standby and Call Out. You may be asked to provide support in exceptional circumstances, outside of usual business hours. Unless stated otherwise in the for the role this is not part of the department’s usual standby arrangements.
For support completing your online application or for further information on how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email [email protected] Only applications submitted online by the closing date will be accepted.
We often receive a high volume of applicants for our vacancies. If you do not hear from the recruiting manager within three weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion. Please revisit our job page for alternate posts that may be suitable.
