Accommodation Assistant- Springkerse House- 102598

Closing Date: 11th November 2026 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Salary: £31,662- £33,507Hours:  35 per weekLocation: Springkerse HouseStirling Homelessness Services are looking for a committed, compassionate Homeless Accommodation Assistant to support tenants living in temporary accommodation. The role focuses on helping people manage rent, access benefits, and sustain safe, stable housing. Key responsibilities include:Assisting with Housing Benefit and Universal Credit applicationsSupporting income collectionCarrying out property and safety checks, and maintaining accurate records on housing systems. The post involves regular contact with tenants, accompanying officers on visits, liaising with contractors and utility providers, and providing practical guidance on heating, energy use, and tenancy responsibilities. You will also support estate management, neighbour complaint follow‑up, crisis funding applications, food bank referrals, and signposting to mental health, addiction and other support services. This is a hands‑on role that plays a vital part in helping people maintain temporary accommodation during challenging circumstancesThe successful candidate will be required to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children and Adults.  If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified.If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. Job Description Additional Salary InformationStirling Information The Benefits 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service) Pro-rated for part time roles.Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements where the role allows. We have a good balance across our teams, retaining the benefits to work/life balance of working from home part of the week, with the collaborative and social benefits of working from the office 2-3 days per weekBiennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For further details visit https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service Carers Leave Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave Access to Health & Wellbeing support Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development Cycle to Work Scheme Lift share Scheme Car Lease Scheme Technology Benefit Scheme