Housing Assistant
Pertemps · Niddrie, City of Edinburgh
Housing Assistant at Pertemps, based in Niddrie, City of Edinburgh, paying £14.51 per hour. This is a temporary role.
- Salary
- £14.51 per hour
- Location
- Niddrie, City of Edinburgh
- Contract
- Temporary
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Closes
- 5 Aug 2026
- Sector
- Customer Advisor
37% below the typical rate for customer advisor
Reference 263104166
About the role
Pertemps are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Housing Assistant on a temporary ongoing basis.
📍 Location: Craigmillar, East Edinburgh
🕒Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
💷Pay: £14.51 per hour
📅Duration: Temporary ongoing
🚀Start: Immediate
Please note: This role is subject to a Basic Disclosure check (£25).
The Role
You'll provide administrative and customer support to residents in temporary accommodation, assisting with enquiries, maintaining accurate records, processing referrals, and liaising with housing officers and partner agencies. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a supportive public sector environment while making a positive difference to vulnerable individuals and families.
What We're Looking For
If you're organised, compassionate, and looking for a rewarding role supporting your local community, apply today—we'd love to hear from you!
📍 Location: Craigmillar, East Edinburgh
🕒Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
💷Pay: £14.51 per hour
📅Duration: Temporary ongoing
🚀Start: Immediate
Please note: This role is subject to a Basic Disclosure check (£25).
The Role
You'll provide administrative and customer support to residents in temporary accommodation, assisting with enquiries, maintaining accurate records, processing referrals, and liaising with housing officers and partner agencies. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a supportive public sector environment while making a positive difference to vulnerable individuals and families.
What We're Looking For
- Previous administration or customer service experience.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A professional, empathetic approach when dealing with the public.
- Ability to prioritise work in a busy environment.
- Experience in housing, homelessness, temporary accommodation, or local authority services.
If you're organised, compassionate, and looking for a rewarding role supporting your local community, apply today—we'd love to hear from you!
Reference: 263104166 · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 5 Aug 2026 · Listed via Pertemps
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