Housing Enforcement and Health Officer

Based within the Public Protection, Environmental Health Team, this role supports the delivery of private sector housing enforcement and housing standards services. You will provide advice and guidance to tenants, landlords and agents, investigate housing conditions and property management concerns, undertake inspections, and take appropriate enforcement action where required. The role supports the Council's responsibilities in regulating the private rented sector, including housing standards, damp and mould, tenant protections, and compliance with current housing legislation and reforms. You will also contribute to wider environmental health and housing initiatives that improve housing quality, safety, and outcomes for residents. Renters' Rights Act 2025 reforms have strengthened protections for tenants and increased expectations on housing standards and enforcement within the private rented sector. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to undertake the Housing Enforcement Diploma over the next 12 months. This nationally recognised qualification will provide specialist knowledge and practical experience in private sector housing regulation, enforcement, and housing standards, supporting your professional development and career progression within Environmental Health and Housing Services., We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more. Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments We're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs. Application and Interview information Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions
• Closing date: 04/10/2026
• Interview date: TBC
  
  We're looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.