Allocations Assistant

Allocations Assistant
Weston Super Mare (Weston Gateway)
£19,138.56
Temporary, 16 months contract (end date 31-Mar-2020)
37.5 hours per week

Now is an exciting time to join LiveWest, the largest housing association in the South West.

We are a leading developer of affordable and social housing in the South West. From the shores of Cornwall to the Gloucestershire hills, we have a vision to build real social change in our region, one front door at a time.

Our Lettings Team are responsible for delivering a high performing lettings service for our rented homes and are now looking for a Allocations Assistant to join the team.  You will be responsible for allocating a portion of LiveWest's housing portfolio of mixed tenure including social and affordable housing, both the allocation re-lets and of our new build schemes and complying with section 106 allocation criteria.

About You:
To be considered for the role of Allocations Assistant, you will need:
- Experience in delivering lettings in a comparable organisation
- Be a well organised, resilient individual with an ability to work under pressure
- Excellent rapport building skills with a commitment to delivering excellent customer service
- Experience of working with a diverse customer group

In return, we provide a competitive salary, entitlement to paid holiday increasing with length of service, a choice of pension schemes and a healthcare plan after a period of continuous service, and great opportunities and support to develop your career.

This role is initially being offered on a temporary basis for a period of 16 months up to 31st March 2020 for external applicants and is currently based in our Weston super Mare office.