Permanent, Full time x 37 hours
Based at our offices at Honiton with the potential for hybrid working and a range of other flexibilities
About us
East Devon is independently recognised as an outstanding place and so it follows that its council must also strive to be outstanding. Everything we do is aimed at ensuring that East Devon is a place that people want to live in, work in, visit and enjoy. Our ambition is to be an outstanding council which works together with local people to create great value services and an outstanding community, economy and environment for East Devon, now and for future generations.
About the role
As a Senior Housing Officer, you will lead and manage a comprehensive and innovative frontline housing advice service with a focus on the prevention of homelessness wherever possible and delivering positive outcomes.
You will provide vital support to Housing Officers managing a caseload, manage more complex cases, and ensure that the Council is meeting its statutory obligations.
About you
Passionate and motivated with positive and enthusiastic attitude, you will lead by example, and be able to manage conflicting priorities and a varied workload whilst working under pressure in a face paced reactive environment. You’ll need to possess advanced problem solving skills, and be able to make rational decisions under pressure, be innovative and creative when identifying solutions, and demonstrate resilience whilst dealing with challenging behaviour in a calm and empathetic manner whilst able to remain objective.
A valid driving licence and your own car are essential (reasonable adjustments may be possible according to the Equality Act).
To apply
To apply online, please click the apply button.
For an informal discussion, please contact Danielle Furzey, Housing Options Manager, on 01395 571660, or email dfurzey@eastdevon.gov.uk.
Closing date: Sunday, 31st May 2026
Interviews: Week Commencing 8th June 2026
Pay: £44,075.00-£51,356.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Honiton (Devon)