Homes For Ukraine Visiting Officer

Homes For Ukraine Visiting Officer
Merton
Ukrainian Resettlement
6-Month Contract
35 Hours
£21.20 LTD / £18.07 PAYE (inc. holiday)

Join Merton Council in supporting Ukrainian refugees by ensuring host accommodation meets required standards and providing vital welfare checks.

THE ROLE

As a Homes for Ukraine Visiting Officer, you will be responsible for assessing sponsor accommodation, supporting hosts and guests, and ensuring compliance with government guidelines.

Conduct property checks to ensure accommodation meets required standards Arrange and carry out initial and follow-up visits with sponsors and guests Verify documents for DBS checks and confirm sponsor eligibility Issue payment vouchers to arriving guests and maintain accurate financial records Conduct welfare visits and report safeguarding concerns where necessary Maintain up-to-date records and provide weekly reports on visits and arrivals Liaise with voluntary sector groups and represent the scheme at relevant meetings

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, ideally within housing, social care, or refugee resettlement.

Strong knowledge of housing inspections and safeguarding procedures Experience working in an outreach-based role with minimal supervision Ability to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy and professionalism Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills Strong communication skills to liaise with sponsors, guests, and stakeholders

THE CONTRACT

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM 6-month contract £21.20 per hour LTD / £18.07 per hour PAYE (inc. holiday)

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208966 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail!

If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!