I enjoy being trusted to manage my own workload, being involved in developing the service and the support and opportunities there are to develop my career.
THE BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE BOND BOARD
We offer:
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing on an annual basis after the second year of continuous service, rising to a maximum 32 days per annum plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working hours and enhanced family friendly policies.
- Free regular eye tests and flu jabs.
- Significant opportunities for learning, training and development.
- An opportunity to be part of a supportive, knowledgeable and welcoming team.
- Investment in staff as assets to the organisation.
- Involvement in shaping new creative ways of working.
A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
What employees say about working at The Bond Board
‘I started at The Bond Board as a trainee and immediately felt at home. I was supported with training opportunities to advance my skills and knowledge and by some great staff. A few years later and I’m still here! I find my job really rewarding, especially when I can help someone to move towards their goals or make a fresh start after being homeless’. Bond Board Employee.
We are extremely proud of our friendly and supportive team, who live our values and who are committed to making a difference every day. We pride ourselves in being an innovative organisation, where every team member is valued; has the ability to influence the development of our services and is given learning and development opportunities to help them achieve their full potential.
We pride ourselves on having a very committed and dedicated workforce; two-thirds of our employees have been with us for more than 5 years.
VACANCIES
Housing Officer
Housing Officer
Salary: £27,329 – £29,052 (dependent on experience, skills and knowledge)
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Rochdale
You know housing can change lives, so do we. Help us make a difference and make housing work for the people who need a place to call home.
At The Bond Board, we believe everyone deserves a safe, secure home, and we know that private rented housing can play a part in solving homelessness when it’s managed with care and purpose.
We’re looking for a Housing Officer who shares our commitment to supporting vulnerable people and preventing repeat homelessness. This is a key role in our small but growing team, helping to manage properties, collect rent, and make sure repairs are carried out quickly and fairly.
You’ll work closely with tenants who may be facing challenges, so empathy and good communication are just as important as property knowledge. This role combines practical housing management with a social purpose, helping people stay in their homes and build more stable lives.
What you’ll be doing
- Carrying out property viewings, sign-ups and move-ins
- Completing regular inspections and arranging repairs
- Managing rent collection and following up arrears
- Responding to housing-related issues and supporting tenancy sustainment
- Working alongside support staff and external contractors
- Helping us grow and improve how we manage homes
What we’re looking for
- Experience in housing management or a related setting
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work flexibly and sensitively with vulnerable tenants
- Confidence using ICT and housing management systems
We value transferable skills and lived experience. If you meet most of the criteria and share our values, we’d still like to hear from you.
Why join us
We’re a values-led charity with a clear vision: a safe, accessible, just and sustainable private rented sector for people on low incomes.
You’ll be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team that’s making a real difference not just managing housing but changing lives.
Apply Now!
Join The Bond Board and be part of a team dedicated to transforming lives and communities.
Closing date is Thursday 18th September 2025 at 10:00am. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and help us deliver essential housing services, please submit your CV and provide a covering letter to jgibson@thebondboard.org.uk. Please note: Your covering letter should give examples of how you meet each separate Essential Criteria in the Person Specification. You should also include examples where you meet the Desirable Criteria.
Please click on the links below for further information on the role:
Job description Housing Officer 2025
Person Specification Housing Officer 2025
Application information & guidance
The Bond Board’s approach to recruitment is to ensure that the process is fair, transparent, consistent, and accessible. We anonymise applications by removing all personal and monitoring information before short-listing takes place.
If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that this position requires an enhanced DBS check.
The Bond Board is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from the whole community.
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