Across London and around the UK, housing officers are working under immense pressure to support vulnerable people.

From managing homelessness and refugee placements to helping families in unsafe or unsuitable homes, the work is essential — and increasingly complex.

Housing officers are on the frontline.

Being asked to do more with less, local authorities know better than anyone that affordable housing is scarce. Section 106 agreements are delivering fewer homes. Housing associations are under strain, and housing officers are the ones on the frontline.

We Understand the Pressure

With thousands of affordable homes delayed or stalled, housing departments are bearing the brunt. The knock-on effects are clear: spiralling temporary accommodation costs, rising caseloads and more households waiting in limbo. And it’s not just the system that suffers — it’s the people behind it.

For many in the sector, this isn’t just a job. However, more often than not, it involves crisis management. Requiring complex decision-making with real-life consequences, it’s not always easy to try to do right by families who need stability and support.

Need Back Up?

Vitalis is a specialist public sector recruitment partner, and we exist to support professionals working at all levels right across local authorities. We’re doing our bit by helping local authority teams stay resilient, focused and fully staffed when the pressure’s on.

Whether you’re an experienced housing officer ready to ease caseloads, keen to contribute by working through backlogs, or a change-orientated interim leader, we can help. We understand local government, and we know how to place people in roles so that they are up and running and ready to deliver from day one.

Let’s Make Progress, Together

There may be no quick fix to the country’s housing challenges, and London local authorities know that better than many. But better support is possible – and it starts with getting the right people in the right roles. At Vitalis, we’re committed to helping do just that.

If you’re looking for a new challenge, or are looking for trusted, capable professionals who can help alleviate the pressure, we’re here for you!